With Closure Patents (Class 224/435)
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Patent number: 11124260Abstract: A saddle type vehicle (e.g., a motorcycle) includes first, second, and third frames and a storage member. The second frame is connected to the first frame and extends rearward from a connecting position between the second and first frames. A seat is fixed to the second frame. The third frame is connected to the first frame at a position lower than the connecting position between the second and first frames, extends rearward from the connecting position between the third and first frames, and then connected to the second frame. The storage member includes a first storage portion storing a battery and a second storage portion storing a tool casing and which is positioned below the first storage portion. In the side view, the first and second storage portions are arranged in an internal space surrounded by the first, second, and third frames. The first and second storage portions are arranged side by side in a vertical direction.Type: GrantFiled: November 30, 2018Date of Patent: September 21, 2021Assignee: KAWASAKI JUKOGYO KABUSHIKI KAISHAInventor: Shigeyuki Iwata
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Patent number: 10946918Abstract: A body cladding for a motor vehicle, in particular for a single-track vehicle, is provided. The body cladding includes first and second cladding parts movable relative to one another, such that the second cladding part is arrangeable in at least first and second positions relative to the first cladding part. When the second cladding part is in an open state of the body cladding relative to the first cladding part, a storage space is formed between the first and second cladding parts. The body cladding may be provided with a latch for latching the second cladding part in at least one of the open state, a closed state and at least one intermediate state between the open and closed states. The invention further relates to a motor vehicle having such a body cladding.Type: GrantFiled: October 19, 2018Date of Patent: March 16, 2021Assignee: Bayerische Motoren Werke AktiengesellschaftInventor: Armin Hirn
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Patent number: 8864003Abstract: The present invention is a vehicle accessory and specifically a removable bag that can be securely fastened to a windshield frame of a motorcycle. The motorcycle windshield bag further includes a back wall, having at least four holes positioned approximately in each corner of the bag and a metal grommet; two side walls; a top portion having a flap; and a front wall defined by a curved surface having a first part and a second part of equal elevation relative to an indented portion, wherein the indented portion provides a space that conforms to a motorcycle handlebar clamp while still maximizing internal bag space.Type: GrantFiled: February 3, 2011Date of Patent: October 21, 2014Assignee: Tucker-Rocky Corporation, Inc.Inventor: Terry Lovett
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Patent number: 8752745Abstract: A firearm case which is attachable to a motorcycle comprises a frame the holds and encloses a firearm. The frame includes a firearm lock and latch that securely locks the firearm in place. A housing surrounds the frame as to enclose the frame and firearm, safe from the weather, theft and minor damage. An optional remotely operated control system unlocks the firearm case and the firearm lock simultaneously for quick and easy access to the firearm.Type: GrantFiled: May 10, 2011Date of Patent: June 17, 2014Inventors: Charles Bond, David T. Delaney
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Patent number: 8746522Abstract: An improved carrier system is provided for easy attachment and detachment of the carrier from a wheeled conveyance such as a bicycle or motorcycle. When not attached to the conveyance, the carrier can also be used in a fashion similar to roller luggage.Type: GrantFiled: January 24, 2012Date of Patent: June 10, 2014Inventor: Peter Nehring
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Patent number: 8608039Abstract: A motorcycle saddlebag includes an outer panel having a forward portion that defines a forward edge, a rearward portion that defines a rearward edge, and a side portion that defines a lower edge. The outer panel includes an inner surface. The inner panel is received by the outer panel and includes a back wall and a bottom wall. The back and bottom walls define an engagement surface that engages the inner surface of the outer panel and extends along and engages the forward portion, the side portion, and the rearward portion. When the saddlebag is attached to the motorcycle, the forward and rearward edges are positioned nearer a rear fender portion than the back wall and the engagement surface, and the lower edge is positioned below the bottom wall and the engagement surface. The lid is pivotally coupled to either of the outer panel and the inner panel.Type: GrantFiled: March 27, 2012Date of Patent: December 17, 2013Assignee: Dowco, Inc.Inventors: Michael J. Kaczowski, Timothy J. LaFleur, Troy M. Zaskowski
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Patent number: 8167181Abstract: A motorcycle saddlebag is formed of a plurality of panels. The saddlebag includes an outer panel, an inner panel, a lid, and a hinge. Some embodiments may also include a bottom panel. The lid is coupled to the outer panel by the hinge. The inner panel includes flanges extending around at least some of its perimeter edges. The outer panel is generally U-shaped shaped and receives the inner panel such that the flanges engage inner surfaces of the outer panel. The flanges are joined to the inner surfaces of the outer panel such that the outer and inner panel (and, in some embodiments, a bottom panel) cooperate to define a storage chamber. In some embodiments, portions of the outer panel extend beyond the inner panel and may be trimmed after bonding of the inner and outer panels to customize an inner contour of the saddlebag for different motorcycle applications.Type: GrantFiled: April 18, 2011Date of Patent: May 1, 2012Assignee: Dowco, Inc.Inventors: Michael J. Kaczkowski, Timothy J. LaFleur, Troy M. Zaskowski
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Publication number: 20120061435Abstract: A bicycle storage pack assembly that compliments the aerodynamic shape of a bicycle frame and is supported only by interaction with the seat stays of the bicycle. The storage pack assembly includes a housing that defines an accessory storage cavity and a clamp body movably connected to the housing. The housing and the clamp body are each shaped to extend in a lateral direction over the seat stays to maintain the housing in abutting engagement with a seat tube of the bicycle. Preferably, the assembly includes a movable cover that is tethered to the housing. Preferably, one or more of the housing, clamp body, and cover are formed of glass filled nylon material.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 10, 2010Publication date: March 15, 2012Inventor: Michael Lavery
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Publication number: 20110192872Abstract: A motorcycle saddlebag is formed of a plurality of panels. The saddlebag includes an outer panel, an inner panel, a lid, and a hinge. Some embodiments may also include a bottom panel. The lid is coupled to the outer panel by the hinge. The inner panel includes flanges extending around at least some of its perimeter edges. The outer panel is generally U-shaped shaped and receives the inner panel such that the flanges engage inner surfaces of the outer panel. The flanges are joined to the inner surfaces of the outer panel such that the outer and inner panel (and, in some embodiments, a bottom panel) cooperate to define a storage chamber. In some embodiments, portions of the outer panel extend beyond the inner panel and may be trimmed after bonding of the inner and outer panels to customize an inner contour of the saddlebag for different motorcycle applications.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 18, 2011Publication date: August 11, 2011Inventors: Michael J. Kaczkowski, Timothy J. LaFleur, Troy M. Zaskowski
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Patent number: 7926687Abstract: A motorcycle saddlebag is formed of a plurality of panels. The saddlebag includes an outer panel, an inner panel, a lid, and a hinge. Some embodiments may also include a bottom panel. The lid is coupled to the outer panel by the hinge. The inner panel includes flanges extending around at least some of its perimeter edges. The outer panel is generally C-shaped shaped and receives the inner panel such that the flanges engage inner surfaces of the outer panel. The flanges are joined to the inner surfaces of the outer panel such that the outer and inner panel (and, in some embodiments, the bottom panel) cooperate to define a storage chamber. In some embodiments, portions of the outer panel extend beyond the inner panel and may be trimmed after bonding of the inner and outer panels to customize an inner contour of the saddlebag for different motorcycle applications.Type: GrantFiled: June 23, 2010Date of Patent: April 19, 2011Assignee: Dowco, Inc.Inventors: Michael J. Kaczkowski, Timothy J. LaFleur, Troy M. Zaskowski
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Publication number: 20100264185Abstract: A motorcycle saddlebag is formed of a plurality of panels. The saddlebag includes an outer panel, an inner panel, a lid, and a hinge. Some embodiments may also include a bottom panel. The lid is coupled to the outer panel by the hinge. The inner panel includes flanges extending around at least some of its perimeter edges. The outer panel is generally C-shaped shaped and receives the inner panel such that the flanges engage inner surfaces of the outer panel. The flanges are joined to the inner surfaces of the outer panel such that the outer and inner panel (and, in some embodiments, the bottom panel) cooperate to define a storage chamber. In some embodiments, portions of the outer panel extend beyond the inner panel and may be trimmed after bonding of the inner and outer panels to customize an inner contour of the saddlebag for different motorcycle applications.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 23, 2010Publication date: October 21, 2010Inventors: Michael J. Kaczkowski, Timothy J. LaFleur, Troy M. Zaskowski
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Publication number: 20100163589Abstract: A storage device having a lockable container for securely storing small items, attaches to the support frame of a bicycle, and further serves as a holder for a U-shaped bicycle lock. According to a preferred embodiment, the bicycle attachment element is lockable and attachable to the bicycle frame only when the container is in an open position. Once the lock box is locked, it cannot be removed from the bicycle frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 30, 2008Publication date: July 1, 2010Inventors: Kenneth Kwak, Eric Darnas
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Publication number: 20100163588Abstract: A storage device having a lockable container for securely storing small items, attaches to the support frame of a bicycle or pole-like structure, and further serves as a holder for a bicycle lock. According to a preferred embodiment, the bicycle attachment element is lockable and is attachable to the bicycle frame only when the container is in an open position. Once the lock box is locked, it cannot be removed from the bicycle frame. Another preferred embodiment has protrusions capable of holding a cable lock in place on the exterior of the lockable container.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 24, 2009Publication date: July 1, 2010Inventors: Eric Darnas, Kenneth Kwak
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Publication number: 20100065596Abstract: A luggage carrier for a two wheeled vehicle comprising an open topped container secured to the vehicle. The open topped container having a hinged lid, the lid adapted to provide a seal for the open topped container. The luggage carrier also has a releasable latch, the latch adapted to secure the container in a closed position. The luggage carrier has an alarm system for alarming the luggage carrier and a remote control mechanism for arming and disarming the alarm system.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 5, 2007Publication date: March 18, 2010Inventor: Sau Leong Lim
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Patent number: 7401717Abstract: An automatic lifting mechanism for motorcycle saddle mainly includes a first and a second supporting arm respectively fixed to a saddle and a body of a motorcycle, at least one spiral spring having two sideward extended terminal ends separately pressed against the two supporting arms, and a damping device located in the at least one spiral spring to rotatably engage at two ends with the two supporting arms. While a spring force of each spiral spring quickly elastically stretches open the first and the second supporting arm when the saddle is unlocked, the damping device limits a rotating speed of the two supporting arms, so that the saddle could be automatically lifted or moved downward at a buffered speed without the risk of injuring a user.Type: GrantFiled: January 4, 2006Date of Patent: July 22, 2008Assignee: Startech Co., Ltd.Inventor: Ke-Chien Chen
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Patent number: 7011173Abstract: A snowmobile is described having a frame, at least one steerable ski disposed at a forward end of the frame, and an endless drive track disposed beneath a rearward end of the frame to propel the frame. A seat is mounted on the frame, which may accommodate at least one person. A fairing is disposed behind the seat, and a storage compartment is defined interiorly to the fairing. Variations are also described.Type: GrantFiled: November 25, 2003Date of Patent: March 14, 2006Assignee: Bombardier Recreational Products Inc.Inventors: Germain Cadotte, Eric Bertrand, Yvon Bédard
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Patent number: 6957755Abstract: An ETC tag holder for motorcycles is provided. A securing case comprises a back panel with a bottom surface extending outwardly at a substantially right angle. A receptacle wall extending upwardly from the outer edges of the bottom surface, and along its length, connect with the back panel to form a hollow receptacle for removably receiving an ETC tag. The case is mounted onto a motorcycle by an engaging portion that securedly engages the back panel and a clamping portion for clamping onto a cylindrical part of a motorcycle.Type: GrantFiled: March 5, 2002Date of Patent: October 25, 2005Inventors: Robert H. Mahoney, Kevin J. Tuminski
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Patent number: 6837407Abstract: A storage container intended for placement into standard water bottle holders often found on bicycles. The container has a door, which can be rotated open on a hinge. This can be done without removing the container from the water bottle holder. The container has a retention feature for keeping the door closed. The container provides the user with a storage space for such articles including, but not limited to sunglasses, personal identification, emergency information, money, credit cards, patch kits, tools, writing tools, computers, cell phones, food and first aid kits. The container's shape properly orients the container in the water bottle holder and prevents the container from rotating axially in the water bottle holder or from falling out under vibration. The container may be locked closed and may also be locked to the bottle holder. The container's shape is such that it can stand vertically or horizontally, opened or closed on a flat surface, such as the ground or a tabletop.Type: GrantFiled: November 25, 2002Date of Patent: January 4, 2005Inventors: Christopher R Towers, William P. Stiles
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Patent number: 6817501Abstract: A pack extension kit can rearwardly shift a pack-supporting rack that has a pair of longitudinal arms normally supported in the rear by a rear structure on a motorcycle, and in the front by a pair of front structures on the motorcycle. The kit has a pair of elongate supports and a pair of spacers. The pair of elongate supports are sized to separately cradle the longitudinal arms of the rack. Each of the elongate supports has (a) a first fastening location adapted to be attached to the rear support structure, and (b) a second fastening location adapted to be attached to the pack through one of the longitudinal arms. Each of the pair of spacers is adapted to be separately attached between one of the front structures and a corresponding one of the longitudinal arms. The motorcycle is prepared by detaching the pack and the rack.Type: GrantFiled: January 28, 2003Date of Patent: November 16, 2004Inventors: Max Rogers, Arthur Kobylinski
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Patent number: 6793110Abstract: An automated motorcycle saddlebag including a storage tub for stowing items on the motorcycle. A lid is pivotally connected to the storage tub for covering the interior storage space of the storage tub. A powered lid actuator is carried by the storage tub for pivoting the lid between a closed condition covering the storage tub and an open condition allowing access to the storage tub. An elongated actuator arm of the lid actuator interconnects the lid actuator with the lid. A drive unit is connected with the actuator arm for reciprocating the arm to open and close the lid. A control unit is in communication with the drive unit for controlling power to the drive unit. A remote switch is in communication with the control unit for signaling the control unit to deliver power to the drive unit to operate the lid actuator to open and close the lid.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 2002Date of Patent: September 21, 2004Inventor: William R. Hamilton
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Patent number: 6783040Abstract: Systems for mounting and using portable electronic devices (PEDs) on vehicles make PEDs easier to secure to, transport on, and protect from the elements while mounted on the vehicle. One embodiment of a mounting system includes a PED cabinet having a hard, weatherproofed outer shell with the PED mounted therein, a harness system which detachably mounts the PED cabinet, and an anchor system which detachably mounts the harness system to the vehicle. The harness system may include a strap which wraps around the top of the PED cabinet to firmly hold the PED cabinet in place on a harness pad part of the harness system. The anchor system may include straps which connect to the motorcycle rearward of a motorcycle's gas tank and additional straps which connect to the motorcycle forward of the motorcycle's gas tank. The PED cabinet may include adjustable speakers mounted thereon. An accessory bar can be mounted to the vehicle.Type: GrantFiled: August 29, 2002Date of Patent: August 31, 2004Inventor: Jeffrey Lyle Batchelor
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Patent number: 6634530Abstract: The present invention for a mounted gun case, for an ATV and the like, comprises a protective gun housing with an opening on the top through which a gun may pass. The protective gun housing is connected to a mounting assembly designed to attach to handle bars.Type: GrantFiled: September 25, 1998Date of Patent: October 21, 2003Inventor: J. Michael Black
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Patent number: 6631835Abstract: A object storing case of a motorcycle includes a connecting part disposed in a recess of a rear side of a holding body thereo, a fixing plate pivoted to the connecting part at the middle, a locking member and an operating member. The locking member is pivoted to the connecting part, and the fixing plate is pivoted to the locking member at a lower end such that the locking member can be turned for moving the fixing plate between an engaging position and a disengaging one in relation to a cover of the case. The locking member is equipped with a combination lock, and has a sloping slot extending from the lower edge, through which a spindle of the operating member is passed. The operating member further has a commoving pole associated with a stopping plate capable of being locked with the combination lock.Type: GrantFiled: February 12, 2002Date of Patent: October 14, 2003Assignee: Tian Shwu Co., Ltd.Inventor: Tien-Ching Fang
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Publication number: 20030057242Abstract: A motorcycle golf bag carrier is used with a saddlebag mounting system in which a pair of frame-mounted brackets each having an opening are spaced from each other longitudinally of the motorcycle at approximately the same vertical elevation. A locking pin extends through the opening in each bracket, and an elongate, longitudinally extending, frame-mounted rail is disposed at a vertical elevation lower than the brackets. The carrier according to the invention includes a generally L-shaped bracket having a first, laterally extending section and a second, vertically extending section. The first section includes a longitudinally extending channel of a size and shape that approximates the size and shape of the longitudinally extending rail and which permits the bracket to be mounted to the rail. The second section has a pair of spaced openings of a size and shape to receive the pins, the openings being aligned with the openings in the brackets when the channel is mounted to the rail.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 26, 2001Publication date: March 27, 2003Inventor: Robert A. Schurr
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Patent number: 6527153Abstract: A holder for a cooler (or a similar object) on a bicycle (or other vehicle), which preferably is combined with a holder for a beach chair (or a similar object). In the preferred embodiments, the bicycle has a rack behind the seat and over the rear wheel, with a holder fastened over the rack. The holder has a rectangular bottom, an open top, and front, back, left and right walls that are perpendicular to the bottom. The front and back walls are joined by rounded corners to the left and right walls. The holder is suitably dimensioned and configured to retain a rectangular cooler with rounded corners. The holder is preferably made out of rigid, smooth plastic, which will not be deformed by the weight of the cooler, but will have sufficiently low friction with the exterior surface of the cooler that the cooler can be easily removed. Different sizes of holders may be used for different sizes of coolers. The holder may be bolted to the frame, or securely retained by other suitable means.Type: GrantFiled: November 13, 2000Date of Patent: March 4, 2003Inventor: John Louis Manos
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Patent number: 6513689Abstract: The invention relates to a motorbike transport case (TC) comprising a base part (1), arranged to be detachably fitted to a motorbike or a carrier plate (3) mounted on a motorbike; a lid part (2) hinged to the base part (1); a retaining member (10) arranged to hold the lid part (2) to the base part (1) and to release the lid part (2) from the base part (1); and a control mechanism for bringing the retaining member (10) from the first position to the second position. Inadvertent closing may result in the retaining member (10) still not holding the lid part (2) to the base part (1). Therefore, it is an object to provide a motorbike transport case which obviates a user's negligence during closing of the transport case. To this end, the control mechanism limits the movement of the retaining member (10) so that the retaining member (10) can be brought to the closing position only in such a manner that the retaining member (10) will actually hold the lid part (2) to the base part (1).Type: GrantFiled: March 16, 2001Date of Patent: February 4, 2003Assignee: GI. VI S.r.l.Inventor: Visenzi Vincenzo
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Publication number: 20030010798Abstract: A saddlebag includes a body and a lid pivotally attached to the body by a hinge assembly. The lid moves in a substantially translational manner to disengage and engage the body, and moves in a pivotal manner when not engaging the body. The saddlebag also includes a locking assembly selectively securing the lid in a closed position and being operable via a push-button located on an outer surface of the saddlebag body. A gas spring is interconnected between the body and the lid of the saddlebag, biasing the lid toward the open position such that depressing the push button releases the lid, allowing the gas spring to expand and fully open the saddlebag with no further intervention by the operator.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 11, 2001Publication date: January 16, 2003Applicant: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Group, Inc.Inventors: Stephen L. Galbraith, Thomas R. Wargin, P. Kirk Rasmussen
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Patent number: 6491193Abstract: A motorcycle luggage accessory and method for making thereof is disclosed which provides lumbar support and is removably secured longitudinally, laterally, and vertically to the back of a motorcycle. This device does not require engaging a backrest.Type: GrantFiled: April 20, 2001Date of Patent: December 10, 2002Inventors: Janusz Dudek, Zbigniew Szemplinski
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Publication number: 20020153398Abstract: A motorcycle luggage accessory and method for making thereof is disclosed which provides lumbar support and is removably secured longitudinally, laterally, and vertically to the back of a motorcycle. This device does not require engaging a backrest.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 20, 2001Publication date: October 24, 2002Inventors: Janusz Dudek, Zbigniew Szemplinski
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Publication number: 20020121534Abstract: A readily removable storage unit for mounting on the rear fender of a motorcycle comprising a storage compartment member defining an open cavity and a cover pivotably mounted on the compartment member adjacent its front end for movement between a cavity closing position and an open position. A lock is provided on the compartment member and the cover adjacent the rear wall for securing the cover in the cavity closing position. A fastener on the bottom wall of the compartment member is engageable with the rear fender of the motorcycle, and the saddle and compartment member have a cooperating releasable tongue and bracket so that the storage unit is mounted by first engaging the saddle and then engaging the fastener in the motorcycle rear fender.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 1, 2001Publication date: September 5, 2002Inventor: Michael W. Hanagan
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Patent number: 6427890Abstract: Bicycle-used flow deflecting article cabinet mounted on a rear side of a saddle of the bicycle. The article cabinet includes a main body having a curved shape and substantially triangular lateral faces. A front end of the main body is formed with a receptacle in which personal effects of the rider can be conveniently placed. A cover board is disposed on the surface of the main body for openably covering the receptacle. Two lateral sides of the main body are respectively formed with opposite concave indentations and a C-shaped clip is inlaid in an inner wall of each of the indentations for clamping and locating a liquid container. When riding the bicycle, the curved article cabinet provides a flow deflecting effect to balance the center of gravity of the bicycle body and increase the riding speed.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 2000Date of Patent: August 6, 2002Inventor: Horizon Garrison Peter Meng
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Patent number: 6425510Abstract: A storage box apparatus (10) for use in combination with the rear rack (13) of an ATV (11) for transporting tree stands (15) and other hunting accessories and equipment to a remote location. The apparatus (10) includes a storage box unit (12) having a front portion attached to the rear rack (13) of the ATV (11) such that the rear portion of the storage box unit (12) is suspended in cantilever fashion from the rear of the ATV (11). The rear portion of the storage box unit (12) is provided with an article carry channel (22) and a carry channel cover (24) having at least one elongated support leg (26) slidably disposed in the rear portion of the storage box unit (12) for accommodating tree stands (15) having different dimensions.Type: GrantFiled: July 5, 2000Date of Patent: July 30, 2002Inventor: Terry Wayne King
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Publication number: 20010030215Abstract: The invention relates to a motorbike transport case (TC) comprising a base part (1), arranged to be detachably fitted to a motorbike or a carrier plate (3) mounted on a motorbike; a lid part (2) hinged to the base part (1); a retaining member (10) arranged to hold the lid part (2) to the base part (1) and to release the lid part (2) from the base part (1); and a control mechanism for bringing the retaining member (10) from the first position to the second position.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 16, 2001Publication date: October 18, 2001Inventor: Visenzi Vincenzo
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Patent number: 6250529Abstract: A method for mounting an animal container on the rear utility rack of an all terrain vehicle. The container has securement positions adapted to attach the container to the rear utility rack of an all terrain vehicle. There is a hinged door with a securement latch in the front wall of the container.Type: GrantFiled: July 24, 1998Date of Patent: June 26, 2001Inventors: Gary D. Babbitt, Randy Witt, Larry Dowen
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Patent number: 6223960Abstract: A motorcycle saddlebag comprising a body formed of a substantially continuous and substantially rigid material (e.g., plastic) having an opening providing access to the interior volume of the body. A body cover made of a flexible material (e.g., leather) is formed over at least a portion of the exterior surface of the body. The saddlebag further includes a lid formed of a substantially rigid material (e.g., plastic) and a lid cover made of a flexible material (e.g., leather) formed over at least a portion of the exterior surface of the lid. A first fastener and a second fastener are connected in series between the lid and the body such that both the first and second fasteners must be fastened to hold the body to the lid. The first fastener can be a strap and buckle fastener, and the second fastener can be a quick-release fastener that is at least partially hidden by the first fastener.Type: GrantFiled: July 28, 1997Date of Patent: May 1, 2001Assignee: Harley-Davidson Motor CompanyInventors: Daniel L. Powell, Jeffrey F. Schwochert
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Patent number: 6216929Abstract: A protective device designed to protect, from dirt and grind, a bottle held in a holder or cage fixed to a portion of a bicycle frame. The device comprises a cylindrical casing able to cover laterally, at least a top end of the bottle, and having a closed casing position and an open casing position; a lid which is able to close a top end of the cylindrical casing, and comprising a pivoting device permitting an opening of the lid from a closed lid position, when the cylindrical casing is in the closed casing position, to an open lid position; a sliding device disposable between the cage and the cycle; and wherein the cylindrical casing is able to have a sliding movement longitudinally along the sliding device, from the closed casing position where the top end of the bottle is protected to the open casing position thus giving access to the top end of the bottle.Type: GrantFiled: July 19, 1999Date of Patent: April 17, 2001Assignee: Lumberton International Inc.Inventors: Yves Bonard, Thomas Fodor, Philippe Moret
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Patent number: 6145719Abstract: A vehicle mountable gun and equipment case for the safe transportion of guns and equipment. The vehicle mountable gun and equipment case includes an upper cover having a top portion and an upper perimeter wall. The upper perimeter wall extends away from a perimeter of the top portion. Next provided is a lower cover having a bottom portion and a lower perimeter wall. The lower perimeter wall extends outwardly from a perimeter of the bottom portion such that the lower perimeter wall and the bottom portion define a space within the lower cover. The lower cover is hingedly attached to the upper cover. A plurality of clasping means are for releasably securing the upper cover to the lower cover. Also included is an equipment retaining pad having at least one of a shaped cut out. The pad is insertable into the space of sad lower cover. The shaped cut out is for conformably receiving a piece of equipment. A plurality of vehicle attachment means are adapted for attaching the lower cover to a vehicle.Type: GrantFiled: August 12, 1999Date of Patent: November 14, 2000Inventor: Louis J. Robert
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Patent number: 6092707Abstract: A shock and weather protective telephone case, composed of two separate halves which when mated together form a hollow cylinder with capped ends. A mobile telephone or other similarly sized equipment is protected by placing it within the cylinder. The body of the case includes an indentation to secure the case to a standard bicycle water bottle holder. The case provides a waterproof seal with which to protect the contents. Foam inserts are located on the internal walls of the cylinder to secure and protect the contents from shock and also allow acoustical clearance.Type: GrantFiled: September 24, 1997Date of Patent: July 25, 2000Inventor: James Bowes, Jr.
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Patent number: 5931361Abstract: The bicycle rack/bag assembly comprises a rack which depends from a seat post over a rear wheel of a bicycle. A plurality of accessories, such as a pack or bag, a drawer, and a mud flap may be engaged to the rack, each individually, or in any desired combination. The rack includes a quick connect/release assembly for easily engaging the rack to a seat post of substantially any diameter.Type: GrantFiled: September 16, 1996Date of Patent: August 3, 1999Inventor: Charles Martin Schwimmer
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Patent number: 5913466Abstract: A mounting bracket for attaching a cooler to an intersection of a handlebar and head tube of a bicycle. The mounting bracket is secured to a cooler and employs flexible straps to adjustably attach the bracket to the bicycle handlebar and head tube. The bracket is substantially T-shaped and includes a handlebar-engaging portion having stabilizing tabs with angled cutouts that accommodate handlebars of various diameter. A head tube-engaging portion includes an adjustable spacing foot that positions the bracket with respect to the bicycle head tube.Type: GrantFiled: October 22, 1997Date of Patent: June 22, 1999Inventor: Harry Revels
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Patent number: 5860577Abstract: An elongated bicycle rack and storage device has a clamping device at one end so that it can be attached to and cantilever from the bicycle seat post. The device has an enclosable compartment for relatively small items and an external rack frame for supporting larger items when the bicycle is in use.Type: GrantFiled: October 27, 1994Date of Patent: January 19, 1999Inventor: Christopher J. Dunn
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Patent number: 5848744Abstract: A cooler insert for a pickup truck bed tool box is formed of a size and shape to conform to and substantially fill a portion of the tool box. The lid of the cooler insert may be either secured to the tool box lid or independently connected to the cooler insert. The cooler insert has a raised lateral extension which conforms to and substantially fills the portion of the tool box which extends over the pickup truck bed side walls for supporting the tool box thereon.Type: GrantFiled: April 28, 1997Date of Patent: December 15, 1998Inventors: Douglas P. Dischner, Jamie Fischer
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Patent number: 5788134Abstract: A liquid carrying apparatus for use on a bicycle frame, the frame having a base and first and second frame members operatively interconnected adjacent the base, the apparatus comprising a liquid holding tank including frame-member-confronting sides, the tank designed to be directly anchored to the first and second frame members. The tank is operatively connected to a hose. The base includes a hose holder that grips the hose adjacent its said second end, the holder having a user manipulable handle sized to receive and encircle a finger of a rider's hand, and a handlebar clasp which is oriented so as to be removably attachable to the handlebar.Type: GrantFiled: February 15, 1996Date of Patent: August 4, 1998Inventor: Thomas Matic, Jr.
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Patent number: 5775559Abstract: A bicycle basket assembly that includes a two-part, spherically-shaped clamshell cage assembly; an upper cage mounting bracket; and a lower cage mounting bracket; the clamshell cage assembly including a lower hemisphere cage section that is hingedly attached to an upper hemisphere cage section; the lower hemisphere cage section including a lower circular opening, a circular-shaped lower rim portion and a lower locking hasp member; the upper hemisphere cage section including an upper circular opening, a circular-shaped upper rim portion and an upper locking hasp member; the upper cage mounting bracket having a first upper bracket end and a second upper bracket end, the first upper bracket end extending from a portion of the circular-shaped lower rim portion of the lower hemisphere cage section, the second upper bracket end having a goose neck insertion passageway formed therethrough that is sized to receive therethrough the goose neck portion of a bicycle handlebar support; the lower cage mounting bracket inclType: GrantFiled: June 5, 1997Date of Patent: July 7, 1998Inventors: Joseph M. Mechanic, Victoria Mechanic
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Patent number: 5743452Abstract: A storage case mounting structure including an upright back frame raised from a rear side of a seat of a baby cart, and a storage case fixedly fastened to the upright back frame to serve as a seat back, the storage case including a case body adapted for holding things and having a retaining hole on the inside, a cover hinged to the case body and having a springy retainer rod adapted to be forced into engagement with the retaining hole of the case body to secure the cover in the closed position, and a hollow, bottom-open coupling block integrally formed at the front side of the case body and sleeved onto the upright back frame of the baby cart and fixedly secured thereto by fastening means, the coupling block having a smoothly curved front side adapted to support the back of the child who rides the baby cart.Type: GrantFiled: April 2, 1997Date of Patent: April 28, 1998Inventor: Yu-Mean Liu
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Patent number: 5655695Abstract: A bicycle racket holder attachable to a bicycle frame which has a rigid shell for receiving the racket. The shell has two halves which are connected by a hinge. An adapter plate or adapter frame is firmly affixed to a bicycle frame. The shell can be attached to or removed from the adapter plate or frame only with the shell in the open position. With the shell closed and locked, the shell cannot be removed from the adapter plate or frame thus securing it and the racket to the bicycle. The shell can selectively be removed and used as a protective carrying case for the racket.Type: GrantFiled: September 11, 1995Date of Patent: August 12, 1997Assignee: Eitam CorporationInventors: Gregory B. Anderson, Theoplis Jarvis
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Patent number: 5590801Abstract: A lockable container is disclosed in combination with a U-shaped bicycle lock. The lock has a rigid U-shaped portion in which the open end is spanned by a rigid locking bar. The container comprises a body and a cap, both with channels thereon, which receive the parallel arms of the U-shaped portion and the locking bar therein. When the lock is locked, the cap cannot be removed from the container, so articles left therein are safe. A space between the bight of the U-shaped portion and the bottom of the container can be used to securely attach the combination to a suitably shaped permanent fixture.Type: GrantFiled: December 16, 1992Date of Patent: January 7, 1997Inventor: Neil Cohen
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Patent number: 5577646Abstract: A carrier for transporting a small pet on a bicycle includes a box-like container provided with a hatch that forms the front portion of the container top. The hatch is hinged at its back side and opens upwardly to allow the pet to extend its head from the container while facing forward. A pair of rails fixed to the container bottom are arranged to detachably couple to a rack that is mounted above the rear wheel, and behind the seat of a bicycle.Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 1995Date of Patent: November 26, 1996Inventor: Richard D. White
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Patent number: 5573162Abstract: A utility box for an ATV vehicle comprised of a U-shaped container portion having a plurality of compartments therein. The U-shaped container portion has two securement latches pivotally secured to a front wall. A U-shaped lid portion is adapted for removable securement over the U-shaped container. The U-shaped lid portion is hingedly secured to the U-shaped container. A front wall of the lip portion has two securement portions. The two securement portions are adapted for engagement with the two securement latches of the U-shaped container for securing the U-shaped lid portion over the U-shaped container. Four securement portions are adapted to secure the U-shaped container to a utility rack of an ATV vehicle.Type: GrantFiled: March 10, 1995Date of Patent: November 12, 1996Inventors: Ted M. Spencer, Ted F. Lohse