Abstract: A bicycle pedal comprises a pedal axle, a pedal body, and a cantilever bearing structure. The cantilever bearing structure is rotatably coupling the pedal body to the pedal axle about a rotational axis. The cantilever bearing structure comprises a first bearing and a second bearing. The first bearing has at least two rows. The first thrust load ratio is larger than the first radial load ratio. The second bearing has at least one row. The second bearing has a second radial load ratio and a second thrust load ratio. The second radial load ratio is larger than the second thrust load ratio.

Abstract: The invention includes a crank, a pedal and a fastener. The crank has a flower-shaped keyed hole at an outboard end thereof. The pedal has a body and a spindle with a connecting end. The connecting end is formed with flower-shaped keys corresponding to the flower-shaped keyed hole so that the connecting end is inserted into the flower-shaped keyed hole with engagement between the flower-shaped keyed hole and the flower-shaped keys. An end surface of the connecting end is formed with a first threaded hole. The fastener passes through the flower-shaped keyed hole and screws into the first threaded hole for fixing the connecting end of the spindle to the crank.

Abstract: A pedaled vehicle includes a frame, a wheel rotatably coupled to the frame, a crank assembly operatively coupled to the wheel and having a bore, a pedal received in the bore, and a spring clip for securing the pedal to the crank assembly. The spring clip includes at least one flexible tab or leg capable of flexing between a first configuration, where the spring clip allows a shaft of the pedal to pass through the bore, and a second configuration, where the pedal shaft is prevented from being removed from the bore. A method for coupling a pedal to a vehicle in a tool-less manner is also disclosed.

Abstract: This invention relates to an external bicycle stand in which an axle is inserted in the stand body, a locating member for locating the axle being assembled on the stand body, an assembling member engaged with bicycle pedal being fastened on one end of the axle extending to the outside of the stand body, and a support member being pivotably hinged on the stand body. In bicycle parking, the assembling member is combined with the bicycle pedal, then the stand body supports under the pedal and in turn the support member pivotably hinged on the stand body can be moved down vertically to support on ground so as to finish the parking effect. This invention is adaptable to the cases having pedal of various sizes by providing a stand locating member capable of adjustment.

Abstract: A two-wheeled vehicle comprising a frame, a pair of wheels, and a pedal assembly. The pedal assembly has a sprocket, right crank arm assembly and a left crank arm assembly (the crank arm assemblies include pedals), wherein at least one of the two crank arm assemblies comprises an outer member and an inner member, typically, the inner member being cylindrical at least partially telescopically received in the outer member. Typically one of the inner or outer member is moveable, telescopically between a retracted locked, fixed position and an extended locked, fixed position. In the extended position, the two members lock with respect to each other and allow the bicycle or other two-wheeled vehicle to lay adjacent the support surface on the removed end of the extended member, which extended member typically contains the pedal portion of the pedal assembly.

Abstract: An architecture is presented that provides a double hinged tow hitch. The tow hitch is attached to a tow vehicle and allows full traction to the ground and complete control of steering. The tow hitch comprises two hinges secured together by a pin positioned at an upper portion of the hinges and a pin positioned at a lower portion of the hinges. The pins secure the hinges together and allow the hinges to flex in two positions. Additionally, the tow hitch comprises springs positioned on either side of the hinges and rubber positioned between the hinges to act as a shock absorber. When pressure is applied to the tow hitch, the springs will collapse into either the upper or lower portions of the hinges, causing the hinges to flex in two positions and pressing against the rubber between the hinges, thus acting as a suspension system for the tow hitch.

Abstract: This invention relates to a bicycle stand structure mainly comprising: a pedal pivotally fixed to the crank shaft of bicycle; a locating member attached fixedly to the crank shaft; a clamper provided between the locating member and the pedal; a restorer, such as a spring or a pair of magnetic body arranged with same poles facing oppositely to each other, provided between the clamper and the pedal; and a stand body, which is hinged to the other end of the pedal, to provide handy support for parking bicycle. When bicycle is to be parked, the clamper is engaged in the locating member of the crank shaft so that the stand body is not affected by the spinning of the pedal. Therefore, best stability and safety can be attained.

Abstract: This invention relates to an external bicycle stand in which an axle is inserted in the stand body, a locating member for locating the axle being assembled on the stand body, an assembling member engaged with bicycle pedal being fastened on one end of the axle extending to the outside of the stand body, and a support member being pivotably hinged on the stand body. In bicycle parking, the assembling member is combined with the bicycle pedal, then the stand body supports under the pedal and in turn the support member pivotably hinged on the stand body can be moved down vertically to support on ground so as to finish the parking effect. This invention is adaptable to the cases having pedal of various sizes by providing a stand locating member capable of adjustment.

Abstract: A vehicle-use transmission manipulating device for substantially preventing a rider's foot from interfering with a rod thereof. In a vehicle-use transmission manipulating device having a pair of pivot support members for supporting a pivot shaft of a swing arm provided at left and right sides of a main pipe behind a transmission. A driver step and a support shaft of a change pedal are provided behind the pivot support member with the change pedal and a transmission shaft being connected with each other by way of a rod. A bell crank is arranged below the driver step. The rod includes a first rod for connecting the change pedal and the bell crank and a second rod for connecting the bell crank and the transmission shaft side. The second rod is arranged in front of the change pedal.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a kit and method for modifying a bicycle comprising attaching a platform to both sides of the bottom bracket crank spindle in place of a crank set and chain. The platforms include internal spindle slots adapted to crank spindle shape through which a screw or other fastener may be used to temporarily attach the platform to the bottom bracket crank spindle.

Abstract: An apparatus for generating a data stream having a series of segments using data organized in subsequent data frames, a data frame having more important and less important data. It comprises a packetiser for packetising data from a data frame into the series of segments having a first segment and a second segment, where the packetiser is operative to packetise the data of the frame so that a starting point of the more important data coincides with a starting point of the first segment and an information block adder for adding a first information block to the first segment.

Abstract: This invention relates to a bicycle stand structure mainly comprising: a pedal pivotally fixed to the crank shaft of bicycle; a locating member attached fixedly to the crank shaft; a clamper provided between the locating member and the pedal; a restorer, such as a spring or a pair of magnetic body arranged with same poles facing oppositely to each other, provided between the clamper and the pedal; and a stand body, which is hinged to the other end of the pedal, to provide handy support for parking bicycle. When bicycle is to be parked, the clamper is engaged in the locating member of the crank shaft so that the stand body is not affected by the spinning of the pedal. Therefore, best stability and safety can be attained.

Abstract: A retractable peg system for a motorcycle including a bracket operatively attachable the motorcycle and a peg rotatably coupled to the bracket and rotatable between a retracted safe storage orientation and an extended use orientation. In the extended orientation, the peg is disposed such that a rider may rest a foot on the peg while seated. The retractable peg system further includes a biasing member to substantially maintain the orientation of the peg in its presently retracted or extended orientation absent application of an external force acting on the peg. The components of the retractable peg system may be configured to provide a visually integrated appearance in relation to the motorcycle.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for training a beginning cyclist to ride a bicycle. One embodiment includes providing a bicycle with detachable pedals and at least a portion of the crank arms, and attaching guard shields on the remaining portions of the crank arms.

Abstract: A rear portion structure of a vehicle body for a saddle-type vehicle includes a pair of left and right rear frames provided rearwardly of a main frame section of the vehicle body, and pillion steps attached to the left and right rear frames through respective stays, wherein each of the rear frames includes a stay attaching portion which projects on an inner side of the frame, and to which a corresponding one of said stays is fastened in a direction substantially perpendicular to the vehicle body's leftward and rightward direction. Such rear portion structure suppresses adverse influences on rear frame rigidity and the appearance of the vehicle body when the pillion steps are attached thereto.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the technical field of bicycles, particularly relates to a pedal kickstand. The pedal kickstand of the present invention comprises a pedal, and an earth stand capable of being folded mounted to the outer side of the pedal by pin joint; when the earth stand is unfolded outward to stand on the ground, the bicycle can be held upright steadily. The present invention is mounted to a bicycle and the pedal kickstand is connected to the crank of the bicycle; when the earth stand is unfolded outward for a specific angle, the bicycle can be held upright; for the pedal kickstand provided by the present invention directly utilizes the pedal as the kickstand, the potential hazard caused by the conventional kickstand being exposed can be eliminated, and at the same time, it will not cause the weight problem of additionally mounting a kickstand; it is more beautiful as a whole.

Abstract: The crankset (1) includes two cranks (2) that extend in opposite directions on both sides of a crankset shaft (3), whereby each crank (2) is connected to the crankset shaft (3) at one of its ends and has, at its opposite end, a housing (4) that can accommodate a free end of a pedal shaft (5) by defining a distance between centers (L) between the crankset shaft (3) and the pedal shaft (5). The housing (4) is combined with elements (11, 12) for securing the pedal shaft (5) inside the housing (4). A positioning tip (7) is secured in an eccentric manner to the free end of the pedal shaft (5), and the positioning tip (7) is able to be accommodated in the housing (4) of the crank (2) in different angular positions so as to modify the distance between centers (L).

Abstract: A tricycle crank structure comprises a wheel axle, a pair of cranks and a pair of pedals. The wheel axle is provided with a pair of non-circular sectional holes at respective ends. The inner wall of each hole is provided with a recess. Each crank has one end pivotally connected to the pedal and another end provided with a connecting section. The connecting section is provided with a tenon to engage with the recess of the hole for quick mounting and dismounting. Each hole may be provided with a pair of through holes, and each crank is provided with an elastic clip for connection.

Abstract: An auxiliary thigh-to-pedal power system for bicycles, especially attractive for persons interested in low cost, non-polluting, auto traffic avoiding, energy conserving transportation is disclosed, significantly increasing the total force the cyclist can apply to the pedals for each gear ratio. The system attaches to a conventional bicycle while requiring no attachments such as toe clips, cleats or straps to the elements of the bicycle. It allows uninterrupted force to be applied to the pedals throughout the 360° pedaling cycle, the downstroke being maintained on one pedal while the upstroke is being performed on the other pedal. Unlike prior art upstroke utilization schemes, mounting and dismounting can be performed in a safe manner identical to that for a conventional bicycle, and standup cycling is allowed. Hook and loop attachment material and a snap hook are utilized in adjustably coupling the thigh with the inner end of the pedal.

Abstract: In a wheeled cycle, including a bicycle, having an opposing pair of cranks with pedals for engagement by the feet of a rider for manual propulsion, a tool-free pedal-to-crank mounting assembly and method is provided for mounting the pedal to the crank with an insertion motion requiring no tools. Disassembly desirably requires a tool.

Abstract: A bicycle stand, which includes a prop that may be attached to a bicycle pedal. Attachment of the prop to the pedal may be by a “socket-bolt” having a hole in one end and a threaded hole in the other. The socket-bolt replaces the lock nut normally located on the bearing spindle of a pedal. In one embodiment, the socket and prop may include socket and prop having the same polygonal cross section thereby preventing rotational instability of the inserted prop-member. The prop-member may be substantially “L” shaped, thereby providing a ground contact point located below and outboard of the pedal. When the pedal assembly is rotated near its lowest point, the bicycle can be securely tilted onto the prop-member. The prop-member may also be configured to serve as a lever that applies torque to standard mechanic's toolbits.

Abstract: An exercise trailer for a handicapped person comprising a two-wheel bicycle trailer for towing behind a bicycle with one of the bicycle wheels driving a crank with pedals and stirrups to which the user's feet are attached. The rotation of the bicycle drive wheel as the two-wheel bicycle trailer is towed behind a bicycle rotates the crank to thereby forcibly exercises the person's legs while he or she is riding in the bicycle trailer.

Abstract: An integral leg brace and pedal assembly is adapted to convert a conventional pedal driven exercise machine into a machine that can be used by the handicapped. The assembly includes a specially configured footplate to which is bolted to a conventional pedal. An adjustable pole is, on one end, attached to the footplate. The axle of the pedal is threaded into an associated pedal crankarm of the machine. Straps detachably lock the lower leg in the assembly. During pedaling the free end of the pole is held whereby the upper and lower torso articulate in linked complex motion.

Abstract: A pedal attachment for a stationary exercising bike having an extensible support for positively forcing the user's foot to flex relative to the user's calf during the normal cycling movement. The pedal attachment comprises a foot support portion and roller perpendicularly connected to the foot support portion and offset from the pedal axis of rotation thereby flexing a user's foot when the roller engages a support surface.

Abstract: A device to anchor a cyclist's shoe to the pedal of a bicycle is provided, including a plate fixed to the bottom of a cyclist's shoe. The plate has front and rear engageable portions. A bicycle pedal is rotatable about a spindle; and a clip member cooperatively engages the front portion of the plate and a pivotable hook lever to cooperatively engage the rear portion of the plate. The clip member is laterally pivotable about an axis perpendicular to the foot rest surface. Portions of the hook lever and the spindle are adapted to cooperatively engage each other in a manner which prevents the pedal from rotating when the hook lever is not in engagement with the plate.

Abstract: A bicycle suitable for use when performing free-style tricks in which the bicycle is turned almost completely sideways is provided. The handles and the pedals of the bicycle include a rotatable ball bearing which reduces abrasion and increases smoothness when one of the handles and/or pedals contacts the ground.

Abstract: An orthopaedic safety strap suitable to keep a cyclist's feet tied to their respective bicycle pedals. The strap is orthopaedic due to the fact that it is composed of flexible strips 3 and 6, that respectively have the broadenings 3' and 6' that cover the sides of the foot. It is safe because the flexible strips 3 and 6 join together, first between themselves very firmly, and then to a metallic buckle 8 that unbuckles with a movement of the cyclist's feet.

Abstract: A combination bicycle pedal and stand assembly the latter including an extendable arm actuated to an operative, ground engaging position by a foot operated trigger. Motion translation means imparts downward swinging movement to the arm to position same in an over center operative position while resilient means biases the arm upwardly to a stowed position. The pedal and stand combination may support both the rider and bicycle during momentary traffic stops.

Abstract: A combination bicycle pedal and stand assembly the latter including an extendable arm actuated to an operative, ground engaging position by a foot operated trigger. Motion translation means imparts downward swinging movement to the arm to position same in an over center operative position while resilient means biases the arm upwardly to a stowed position. The pedal and stand combination may support both the rider and bicycle during momentary traffic stops.

Abstract: In a bicycle having the usual main shaft with a pedal crank normal thereto, a pedal assembly wherein the foot support may be in the same plane as a shaft secured to the pedal crank or below same, such latter being of the underslung type. A toe clip and a rigid support stand are provided on the pedal and being so constructed and arranged that when in disuse, the toe clip will be presented for facile insertion of the operator's foot and with the support stand in operative bicycle supporting position. In one form of the invention, a bearing structure is provided on the shaft engaged to the crank and with a plate disposed on said bearing structure to which the pedal is secured; said plate extending forwardly and rearwardly of the bearing structure and such relationship thereto as to create a counterbalance for the toe clip.

Abstract: A bicycle incorporating a frame with unitary components interconnecting the post with the rear wheel axle permitting of facile mounting and dismounting by a member of either sex with a vertically movable seat obviating the rider's withdrawal therefrom during bicycle stoppage; and with the bicycle being equipped with underslung pedals which may, if elected, be formed with a support stand either of nonmovable character or of toggle design for movement between retracted, inoperative and extended, operative positions by the user's foot. The bicycle also embodies a pedal actuated brake assembly designed for locking disposition upon back-pedaling and release through operation of a conveniently presented control cable; there also being a mounting for the handlebar permitting of rapid disposition of the handlebars in selected attitude without resort to extrinsic tools.

Abstract: A pedal/single bearing system for transmitting a bicycle rider's load to the crank of a bicycle.

Abstract: A bicycle having front and rear wheel caliper brakes each being connected by a cable to a linkage including a swingable cam element which is normally disposed in the path of travel of a cooperating cam member mounted for movement concentrically about the pedal axle whereby the cam element through its swingability is removed from such path during forward pedaling action and is lockingly engageable with such cam member upon back pedaling action. In the latter condition force is applied to the linkage for effecting a pull upon the cables to effect braking operation. The cam members are so related to the pedal cranks that when engagement with the cam element is effected one pedal crank will be downwardly directed whereby a support stand carried upon the associated pedal may cause such pedal to swing to present the support stand for engagement with the support surface.