Description:

FORM 2
THE PATENTS ACT, 1970
(39 of 1970)
&
THE PATENTS RULES, 2003
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION
[See section 10, Rule 13]

“BODY COVER ASSEMBLY OF A VEHICLE”

HERO MOTOCORP LIMITED, an Indian Company at: The Grand Plaza, Plot No.2, Nelson Mandela Road, Vasant Kunj- Phase -II, New Delhi, India, 110 070

THEFOLLOWINGSPECIFICATION PARTICULARLY DESCRIBES THE INVENTION AND THE MANNER IN WHICH IT IS TO BE PERFORMED.

FIELD OF THE INVENTION:
[001] The present invention relates to a body cover assembly of a vehicle.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION:
[002] Traditionally, in a vehicle such as a scooter there is provided a body cover so as to cover a first seat frame, a second seat frame, a storage compartment, a part of a rear ground engaging member and at least a part of other components that are coupled (either directly or indirectly) to any of the first seat frame, the second seat frame, or the storage compartment. Apart from the above, the body cover greatly influences an aesthetic value of the vehicle. In many cases, body cover is made of a single piece so as to retain sufficient strength and to obtain a desired aesthetic value of the vehicle. However, there may raise situations wherein multiple pieces are needed to be joined to make a body cover assembly.

[003] In case the multiple pieces are joined in a manner which is evidently visible in a front direction of the vehicle, aesthetic value of the vehicle is substantially compromised. At the same time, not joining the multiple pieces in a sufficient manner will adversely impact strength of the body cover assembly. Thus, there exists a need to provide a body cover assembly that is formed of plurality of parts, which are joined to attain the desired strength and at the same time, the pieces are joined in a manner which is not substantially visible in a front direction of the vehicle.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION:
[004] This Summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts in a simplified form that are further described below in the Detailed Description. This Summary is not intended to identify key or essential features of the claimed subject matter, nor is it intended to be used as an aid in determining the scope of the claimed subject matter.

[005] In one aspect of the invention, there is provided a body cover assembly disposed below a seat of a vehicle, the body cover assembly comprising: a first side cover extending in a rearward direction so as to at least partially cover a first seat frame; a second side cover extending in a rearward direction so as to at least partially cover a second seat frame; a tail light cover connecting a rear end of the first side cover and a rear end of the second side cover; a top cover disposed at about a top edge of the tail light cover; and the tail light cover and the top cover being connected to an inner surface of the first side cover and an inner surface of the second side cover.

[006] In an embodiment of the invention, the inner surface of the first side cover is coupled to the tail light cover via a first set of coupling elements, the first set of coupling elements being non-visible on an outer surface of the first side cover.

[007] In another embodiment of the invention, the inner surface of the second side cover is coupled to the tail light cover via a second set of coupling elements, the second set of coupling elements being non-visible on an outer surface of the second side cover.

[008] In yet another embodiment of the invention, the tail light cover, the first side cover and the top cover are sandwich coupled using a third set of coupling elements, the third set of coupling elements being non-visible on an outer surface of the first side cover.

[009] In still another embodiment of the invention, the third set of coupling elements sandwich couples the tail light cover, the inner surface of the first side cover and the top cover.

[0010] In a further embodiment of the invention, the tail light cover, the second side cover and the top cover are sandwich coupled using a fourth set of coupling elements, the fourth set of coupling elements being non-visible on an outer surface of the second side cover.

[0011] In a furthermore embodiment of the invention, the fourth set of coupling elements sandwich couples the tail light cover, the inner surface of the second side cover and the top cover.

[0012] In another embodiment of the invention, the tail light cover is coupled to a garnish cover, the garnish cover being disposed at about an intermediate surface of the tail light cover.

[0013] In yet another embodiment of the invention, the tail light cover and the garnish cover are coupled using a fifth set of coupling elements, the fifth set of coupling elements being non-visible on an outer surface of the garnish cover.

[0014] In one aspect of the invention, there is provided a vehicle comprising a head pipe supporting a front fork in a steerable manner; a main frame connected to the head pipe, the main frame extending in a rearward and downward direction of the vehicle; a first seat frame disposed on a first side of the main frame, the first seat frame extending in a rearward direction of the vehicle; a second seat frame disposed on a second side of the main frame, the second seat frame extending in a rearward direction of the vehicle; a seat supported by the first seat frame and the second seat frame; a rear ground engaging member supported by the main frame; and a body cover assembly disposed below a seat of the vehicle. In an embodiment of the invention, the body cover comprises a first side cover extending in a rearward direction so as to at least partially cover a first seat frame; a second side cover extending in a rearward direction so as to at least partially cover a second seat frame; a tail light cover connecting a rear end of the first side cover and a rear end of the second side cover; a top cover disposed at about a top edge of the tail light cover; and the tail light cover and the top cover being connected to a first inner surface of the first side cover and a second inner surface of the second side cover.

[0015] Advantages of invention are that there is provided the body cover assembly comprising plurality of parts namely the first side cover, the second side cover, the tail light cover, and the top cover thus catering to the need of providing the body cover assembly comprising of plurality of parts.

[0016] Another advantage of the invention is that the plurality of parts namely the first side cover, the second side cover, the tail light cover, and the top cover are joined so as to attain the desired strength. Yet another advantage of the invention is that the plurality of parts namely the first side cover, the second side cover, the tail light cover, and the top cover are joined in a manner which is not substantially visible in a front direction of the vehicle, thus not impacting the aesthetic value of the vehicle.

[0017] To further clarify the advantages and features of the invention, a more particular description of the invention will be rendered by reference to specific embodiments thereof, which is illustrated in the appended drawings. It is appreciated that these drawings depict only typical embodiments of the invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope. The invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the accompanying drawings.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES:
[0018] In order that the invention may be readily understood and put into practical effect, reference will now be made to exemplary embodiments as illustrated with reference to the accompanying drawings, where like reference numerals refer to identical or functionally similar elements throughout the separate views. The figures together with a detailed description below, are incorporated in and form part of the specification, and serve to further illustrate the embodiments and explain various principles and advantages, in accordance with the present invention where:

[0019] Figure 1 illustrates a side view of the vehicle in accordance with an embodiment of the invention;

[0020] Figure 2 illustrates a side view of the vehicle in accordance with an embodiment of the invention;

[0021] Figure 3 illustrates a first perspective view of the body cover assembly in accordance with an embodiment of the invention;

[0022] Figure 4 illustrates a second rear perspective view of the body cover assembly in accordance with an embodiment of the invention; and

[0023] Figure 5 illustrates a partial exploded view of the body cover assembly in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.

[0024] It may be noted that to the extent possible, like reference numerals have been used to represent like elements in the drawings. Further, skilled artisans will appreciate that elements in the drawings are illustrated for simplicity and may not have been necessarily been drawn to scale. For example, the dimensions of some of the elements in the drawings may be exaggerated relative to other elements to help to improve understanding of aspects of the present invention. Furthermore, one or more elements may have been represented in the drawings by conventional symbols, and the drawings may show only those specific details that are pertinent to understanding the embodiments of the present invention so as not to obscure the drawings with details that will be readily apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the description herein.

Detailed Description of the Invention:
[0025] For the purpose of promoting an understanding of the principles of the invention, reference will now be made to the embodiment illustrated in the drawings and specific language will be used to describe the same. It will nevertheless be understood that no limitation of the scope of the invention is thereby intended, such alterations and further modifications in the illustrated device, and such further applications of the principles of the invention as illustrated therein being contemplated as would normally occur to one skilled in the art to which the invention relates.

[0026] It will be understood by those skilled in the art that the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are explanatory of the invention and are not intended to be restrictive thereof.

[0027] As used in the description herein and throughout the claims that follow, the meaning of “a,” “an,” and “the” includes plural reference unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Also, as used in the description herein, the meaning of “in” includes “in” and “on” unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.

[0028] Reference throughout this specification to “an aspect”, “another aspect” or similar language means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with the embodiment is included in at least one embodiment of the present invention. Thus, appearances of the phrase “in an embodiment”, “in another embodiment”, and similar language throughout this specification may, but do not necessarily, all refer to the same embodiment.

[0029] The terms "comprises", "comprising", or any other variations thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, such that one or more devices or sub-systems or elements or structures or components proceeded by "comprises... a" does not, without more constraints, preclude the existence of other devices or other sub-systems or other elements or other structures or other components or additional devices or additional sub-systems or additional elements or additional structures or additional components.

[0030] As used herein, and unless the context dictates otherwise, the terms "coupled to", “connected to”, “operably connected to”, and “operatively connected to” are intended to include both direct connection / coupling (in which two elements that are coupled / connected to each other contact each other) and indirect coupling / connection (in which at least one additional element is located between the two elements). Therefore, the terms "coupled to" and "coupled with" are used synonymously. Similarly, the terms “connected to” and “connected with” are used synonymously.

[0031] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one ordinary skilled in the art to which this invention belongs. The device, methods, and examples provided herein are illustrative only and not intended to be limiting.

[0032] The use of any and all examples, or exemplary language (e.g. “such as”) provided with respect to certain embodiments herein is intended merely to better illuminate the invention and does not pose a limitation on the scope of the invention otherwise claimed. No language in the specification should be construed as indicating any non-claimed element as being essential to the practice of the invention.

[0033] Groupings of alternative elements or embodiments of the invention disclosed herein are not to be construed as limitations. Each group member can be referred to and claimed individually or in any combination with other members of the group or other elements found herein. One or more members of a group can be included in, or deleted from, a group for reasons of convenience and/or patentability. When any such inclusion or deletion occurs, the specification is herein deemed to contain the group as modified thus fulfilling the written description of all Markush groups used in the appended claims.

[0034] Embodiments of the present invention will be described below in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0035] The terms “front / forward”, “rear / rearward / back / backward”, “up / upper / top”, “down / lower / lower ward / downward, bottom”, “left / leftward”, “right / rightward” used therein represents the directions as seen from a vehicle driver sitting astride and these directions are referred by arrows F, R, U, D in the Figures.

[0036] While the present invention is illustrated in the context of a vehicle, however, cover and aspects and features thereof can be used with other types of vehicles as well. The terms “vehicle”, “two wheeled vehicle” and “motorcycle” have been interchangeably used throughout the description. The term “vehicle” comprises vehicles such as motorcycles, scooters, bicycles, mopeds, scooter type vehicles, All-Terrain Vehicles (ATV) and the like.

[0037] Referring to Figure 1 and Figure 2 there is illustrated a first side view and a second side view of a vehicle (10) that comprises a front end structure (12), a rear end structure (14), and a footboard (16). The front end structure (12) forms the front portion of the vehicle (10). The rear end structure (14) forms the rear portion of the vehicle (10). The footboard (16) lies between the front end structure (12) and the rear end structure (14). The footboard (16) provides footrest for a rider riding the vehicle (10).

[0038] The front end structure (12) comprises a front ground engaging member (18), and a steering mechanism (20). The front ground engaging member (18) is operatively connected to the steering mechanism (20). In the illustrated example, the front ground engaging member (18) embodies a wheel. Alternatively, the front ground engaging member (18) embodies a track, without limiting the scope of the invention. The steering mechanism (20) comprises a head pipe (22) supporting a front fork (24) in a steerable manner and a handlebar (26) for steering the front fork (24). The handlebar (26) is configured to be rotated by the rider to steer the vehicle (10). The vehicle (10) further comprises a main frame (28) supporting the front end structure (12), the footboard (16), and the rear end structure (14).

[0039] Further, the front end structure (12) comprises a front cover (30) and a leg shield (32). The front cover (30) and the leg shield at least partially cover the head pipe (22) and the front fork (24). The leg shield (32) provides protection for the feet of the rider of the vehicle (10). The front end structure (12) further comprises a dash assembly (not shown). The dash assembly comprises a display unit (not shown). The display unit displays information about the vehicle (10) to the rider. The dash assembly may comprise additional components such as LCD, GPS, graphical user interface (GUI), etc. without limiting the scope of the invention. The dash assembly is supported on the handlebar (26). The front end structure (12) may further comprise additional components such as handle cover, headlight, windscreen, mirror(s), turn indicator(s), etc. without limiting the scope of the invention.

[0040] The main frame (28) extends in a rearward and downward direction of the vehicle (10) from the head pipe (22). A first seat frame (34) extends in a rearward direction of the vehicle (10) from a first side of the main frame (28), and a second seat frame (36) extends in a rearward direction of the vehicle (10) from a second side of the main frame (28). Thus, the term “seat frame” is intended to include the first seat frame (34) and the second seat frame (36).

[0041] The rear end structure (14) comprises a seat (38) and a rear ground engaging member (40). The seat (38) provides seating for a rider of the vehicle (10). The seat (38) is supported by the first seat frame (34) and the second seat frame (36). The rear end structure (14) further comprises a power unit (not visible) disposed below the seat (38). The rear ground engaging member (40) underling the seat (38) is driven by the power unit. The power unit may be any of an internal combustion engine or an electrical powering unit, such as a motor. In the illustrated example, the rear ground engaging member (40) embodies a wheel. Alternatively, the rear ground engaging member (40) embodies a track, without limiting the scope of the invention.

[0042] The rear end structure (14) comprises a body cover assembly (100) extending in a rearward direction of the vehicle (10) so as to at least partially cover the first seat frame (34) from a first side and the second seat frame (36) from a second side. The rear end structure (14) further comprises a storage compartment (42) disposed below the seat (38) and covered by the body cover assembly (100). The rear end structure (14) further comprises a tail light (44) supported by the body cover assembly (100).

[0043] Referring to Figure 3, Figure 4 and Figure 5 there is illustrated a first perspective view, a second perspective view and a partial exploded view of the body cover assembly (100) in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. The body cover assembly (100) comprises a first side cover (102) extending in a rearward direction so as to at least partially cover the first seat frame (34); and a second side cover (104) extending in a rearward direction so as to at least partially cover the second seat frame (36). The body cover assembly (100) further comprises a tail light cover (106) connecting a rear end (108) of the first side cover (102) and a rear end (110) of the second side cover (104). The body cover assembly (100) further comprises a top cover (112) disposed at about a top edge (114) of the tail light cover (106). In an embodiment of the invention, the tail light cover (106) and the top cover (112) are connected to an inner surface (120) of the first side cover (102) and an inner surface (122) of the second side cover (104).

[0044] In an embodiment of the invention, the inner surface (120) of the first side cover (102) is coupled to the tail light cover (106). In an embodiment of the invention, the first side cover (102) overlaps at least a part of the tail light cover (106) in an external view of the vehicle (10). In an embodiment of the invention, the inner surface (120) of the first side cover (102) and the tail light cover (106) are interconnected to each other via a first set of coupling elements (124). In an embodiment of the invention, the first set of coupling elements (124) being non-visible on an outer surface of the first side cover (102)

[0045] By way of a non-limiting example, the first side cover (102) comprises an inner surface (120) that comprises a first part of a snap-fit mechanism and the tail light cover (106) comprises a second part of the snap-fit mechanism. Thus, the first and the second parts of the snap-fit mechanism act as the first set of coupling elements (124) coupling the first side cover (102) and the tail light cover (106). In particular, the inner surface (120) of the first side cover (102) comprises a male projecting part and the tail light cover (106) comprises an aperture that receives the male projecting part. By way of another non-limiting example, the first side cover (102) comprises an inner surface (120) that comprises a raised platform with a fastener receiving aperture and the tail light cover (106) comprises an aperture for allowing a fastener to pass there-through. A fastener may be inserted through the two apertures and may be used for coupling the first side cover (102) and the tail light cover (106). By way of another non-limiting example, some of the first set of coupling elements (124) may be in the form of snap-fit mechanism as described above while a remaining of the first set of coupling elements (124) may be in the form of apertures adapted to receive fasteners for coupling the first side cover (102) and the tail light cover (106).

[0046] Since the inner surface (120) of the first side cover (102) comprises a male projecting part or a raised platform with a fastener receiving aperture, the first set of coupling elements (124) are not visible in an external view of the vehicle (10) and at the same time couples the first side cover (102) and the tail light cover (106) with sufficient strength.

[0047] In an embodiment of the invention, the inner surface (122) of the second side cover (104) is coupled to the tail light cover (106). In an embodiment of the invention, the second side cover (104) overlaps at least a part of the tail light cover (106) in an external view of the vehicle (10). In an embodiment of the invention, the inner surface (122) of the second side cover (104) and the tail light cover (106) are interconnected to each other via a second set of coupling elements (126). In an embodiment of the invention, the second set of coupling elements (126) being non-visible on an outer surface of the second side cover (104).

[0048] By way of a non-limiting example, the second side cover (104) comprises an inner surface (122) that comprises a first part of a snap-fit mechanism and the tail light cover (106) comprises a second part of the snap-fit mechanism. Thus, the first and the second parts of the snap-fit mechanism act as the second set of coupling elements (126) coupling the second side cover (104) and the tail light cover (106). In particular, the inner surface (122) of the second side cover (104) comprises a male projecting part and the tail light cover (106) comprises an aperture that receives the male projecting part. By way of another non-limiting example, the second side cover (104) comprises an inner surface (120) that comprises a raised platform with a fastener receiving aperture and the tail light cover (106) comprises an aperture for allowing a fastener to pass there-through. A fastener may be inserted through the two apertures and may be used for coupling the second side cover (104) and the tail light cover (106). By way of another non-limiting example, some of the second set of coupling elements (126) may be in the form of snap-fit mechanism as described above while a remaining of the second set of coupling elements (126) may be in the form of apertures adapted to receive fasteners for coupling the second side cover (104) and the tail light cover (106).

[0049] Since the second side cover (104) comprises a male projecting part or a raised platform with a fastener receiving aperture on the inner surface (122), the second set of coupling elements (126) are not visible in an external view of the vehicle (10) and at the same time couples the second side cover (104) and the tail light cover (106) with sufficient strength.

[0050] In still another embodiment of the invention, the tail light cover (106), the first side cover (104) and the top cover (112) are sandwiched coupled. In an embodiment of the invention, in addition to the tail light cover (106) and the first side cover (102) being interconnected to each other via the first set of coupling elements (124), the tail light cover (106), the first side cover (102) and the top cover (112) are sandwiched coupled using third set of coupling elements (128). By way of a non-limiting example, in order to sandwich couple the tail light cover (106), the first side cover (102) and the top cover (112), an aperture is provided on the tail light cover (106), an aperture is provided on the top cover (112) and a plate member comprising an aperture is provided on the inner surface (120) of the first side cover (102). The aperture provided on the tail light cover (106), aperture provided on the top cover (112) and the aperture provided on the plate member provided on the inner surface (120) of the first side cover (102) are aligned with one another and a fastener is used for sandwich coupling the tail light cover (106), the first side cover (102) and the top cover (112). Thus, the aperture provided on the tail light cover (106), the aperture provided on the top cover (112), the aperture provided on the plate member provided on the inner surface (120) of the first side cover (102), and the fastener act as the third set of coupling elements (128). In an embodiment of the invention, the third set of coupling elements (128) being non-visible on an outer surface of the first side cover (102).

[0051] By way of another non-limiting example, in order to sandwich couple the tail light cover (106), the first side cover (102) and the top cover (112); a plate member is provided on the inner surface (120) of the first side cover (102) and at least one of the tail light cover (106), top cover (112), and the plate member provided on the first side cover (102) is provided with a first part of a snap-fit mechanism and a remaining of the tail light cover (106), the top cover (112), and the plate member provided on the first side cover (102) is provided with a second part of the snap-fit mechanism. In this case, the snap-fit mechanism acts as the third set of coupling elements (128).

[0052] In a furthermore embodiment of the invention, the tail light cover (106), the second side cover (104) and the top cover (112) are sandwiched coupled. In another embodiment of the invention, in addition to the tail light cover (106) and the second side cover (104) being interconnected to each other via the second set of coupling elements (126), the tail light cover (106), the second side cover (104) and the top cover (112) are sandwiched coupled using a fourth set of coupling elements (130). By way of a non-limiting example, in order to sandwich couple the tail light cover (106), the second side cover (104) and the top cover (112), an aperture is provided on the tail light cover (106), an aperture is provided on the top cover (112) and a plate member comprising an aperture is provided on the inner surface (122) of the second side cover (104). The aperture provided on the tail light cover (106), aperture provided on the top cover (112) and the aperture provided on the plate member are aligned with one another and a fastener is used for sandwich coupling the tail light cover (106), the second side cover (104) and the top cover (112). Thus, the aperture provided on the tail light cover (106), the aperture provided on the top cover (112), the aperture provided on the plate member on the inner surface (122) of the second side cover (104), and the fastener act as the fourth set of coupling elements (130).

[0053] By way of another non-limiting example, in order to sandwich couple the tail light cover (106), the second side cover (104) and the top cover (112), a plate member is provided on the inner surface (122) of the second side cover (104) and at least one of the tail light cover (106), top cover (112), and the plate member provided on the second side cover (104) is provided with a first part of a snap-fit mechanism and a remaining of the tail light cover (106), the top cover (112), and the plate member provided on the second side cover (104) is provided with a second part of the snap-fit mechanism. In this case, the snap-fit mechanism acts as the fourth set of coupling elements (130).

[0054] In another embodiment of the invention, the tail light cover (106) is coupled to a garnish cover (116), the garnish cover (116) being disposed at about an intermediate surface of the tail light cover (106). In yet another embodiment of the invention, the tail light cover (106) and the garnish cover (116) are coupled via a fifth set of coupling elements (132), the fifth set of coupling elements (132) being non-visible on an outer surface of the garnish cover (116).

[0055] By way of a non-limiting example, the garnish cover (116) comprises an inner surface that comprises a first part of a snap-fit mechanism and the tail light cover (106) comprises a second part of the snap-fit mechanism. Thus, the first and the second parts of the snap-fit mechanism act as the fifth set of coupling elements (132) coupling the garnish cover (116) and the tail light cover (106). In particular, an inner surface of the garnish cover (116) comprises a male projecting part and the tail light cover (106) comprises an aperture that receives the male projecting part. By way of another non-limiting example, the garnish cover (102) comprises an inner surface that comprises a raised platform with a fastener receiving aperture and the tail light cover (106) comprises an aperture for allowing a fastener to pass there-through. A fastener may be inserted through the two apertures and may be used for coupling the garnish cover (116) and the tail light cover (106). By way of another non-limiting example, some of the fifth set of coupling elements (132) may be in the form of snap-fit mechanism as described above while a remaining of the fifth set of coupling elements (132) may be in the form of apertures adapted to receive fasteners for coupling the garnish cover (116) and the tail light cover (106).

[0056] Since the garnish cover (116) comprises a male projecting part or a raised platform with a fastener receiving aperture on the inner surface, the fifth set of coupling elements (132) are not visible in an external view of the vehicle (10) and at the same time couples the garnish cover (116) and the tail light cover (106) with sufficient strength.

[0057] Advantages of invention are that there is provided the body cover assembly comprising plurality of parts namely the first side cover, the second side cover, the tail light cover, and the top coverthus catering to the need of providing the body cover assembly comprising of plurality of parts.

[0058] Another advantage of the invention is that the plurality of parts namely the first side cover, the second side cover, the tail light cover, and the top cover are joined so as to attain the desired strength. Yet another advantage of the invention is that the plurality of parts namely the first side cover, the second side cover, the tail light cover, and the top cover are joined in a manner which is not substantially visible in a front direction of the vehicle, thus not impacting the aesthetic value of the vehicle.

[0059] While specific language has been used to describe the disclosure, any limitations arising on account of the same are not intended. As would be apparent to a person in the art, various working modifications may be made to the method in order to implement the inventive concept as taught herein.

[0060] The figures and the forgoing description give examples of embodiments. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that one or more of the described elements may well be combined into a single functional element. Alternatively, certain elements may be split into multiple functional elements. Elements from one embodiment may be added to another embodiment. For example, orders of processes described herein may be changed and are not limited to the manner described herein. Moreover, the actions of any flow diagram need not be implemented in the order shown; nor do all of the acts necessarily need to be performed. Also, those acts that are not dependent on other acts may be performed in parallel with the other acts. The scope of embodiments is by no means limited by these specific examples. Numerous variations, whether explicitly given in the specification or not, such as differences in structure, dimension, and use of material, are possible. The scope of embodiments is at least as broad as given by the following claims.
, Claims:WE CLAIM:

1. A body cover assembly (100) disposed below a seat (38) of a vehicle (10), comprising:
a first side cover (102) extending in a rearward direction so as to at least partially cover a first seat frame (34);
a second side cover (104) extending in a rearward direction so as to at least partially cover a second seat frame (36);
a tail light cover (106) connecting a rear end (108) of the first side cover (102) and a rear end (110) of the second side cover (104);
a top cover (112) disposed at about a top edge (114) of the tail light cover (106); and
the tail light cover (106) and the top cover (112) being connected to an inner surface (120) of the first side cover (102) and an inner surface (122) of the second side cover (104).

2. The body cover assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the inner surface (120) of the first side cover (102) is coupled to the tail light cover (106) via a first set of coupling elements (124), the first set of coupling elements (124) being non-visible on an outer surface of the first side cover (102).

3. The body cover assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the inner surface (122) of the second side cover (104) is coupled to the tail light cover (106) via a second set of coupling elements (126), the second set of coupling elements (126) being non-visible on an outer surface of the second side cover (104).

4. The body cover assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the tail light cover (106), the first side cover (102) and the top cover (112) are sandwich coupled using a third set of coupling elements (128), the third set of coupling elements (128) being non-visible on an outer surface of the first side cover (102).

5. The body cover assembly (100) as claimed in claim 4, wherein the third set of coupling elements (128) sandwich couples the tail light cover (106), the inner surface (120) of the first side cover (102) and the top cover (112).

6. The body cover assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the tail light cover (106), the second side cover (104) and the top cover (112) are sandwich coupled using a fourth set of coupling elements (130), the fourth set of coupling elements (130) being non-visible on an outer surface of the second side cover (104).

7. The body cover assembly (100) as claimed in claim 6, wherein the fourth set of coupling elements (130) sandwich couples the tail light cover (106), the inner surface (122) of the second side cover (104) and the top cover (112).

8. The body cover assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the tail light cover (106) is coupled to a garnish cover (116), the garnish cover (116) being disposed at about an intermediate surface of the tail light cover (106).

9. The body cover assembly (100) as claimed in claim 8, wherein the tail light cover (106) and the garnish cover (116) are coupled using a fifth set of coupling elements (132), the fifth set of coupling elements (132) being non-visible on an outer surface of the garnish cover (116).

10. A vehicle comprising:
a head pipe (22) supporting a front fork (24) in a steerable manner;
a main frame (28) connected to the head pipe (22), the main frame (28) extending in a rearward and downward direction of the vehicle (10);
a first seat frame (34) disposed on a first side of the main frame (28), the first seat frame (34) extending in a rearward direction of the vehicle (10);
a second seat frame (36) disposed on a second side of the main frame (28), the second seat frame (36) extending in a rearward direction of the vehicle (10);
a seat (38) supported by the first seat frame (34) and the second seat frame (36);
a rear ground engaging member (40) supported by the main frame (28); and
a body cover assembly (100) disposed below a seat (38) of a vehicle (10), the body cover (100) comprising:
a first side cover (102) extending in a rearward direction so as to at least partially cover a first seat frame (34);
a second side cover (104) extending in a rearward direction so as to at least partially cover a second seat frame (36);
a tail light cover (106) connecting a rear end (108) of the first side cover (102) and a rear end (110) of the second side cover (104);
a top cover (112) disposed at about a top edge (114) of the tail light cover (106); and
the tail light cover (106) and the top cover (112) being connected to a first inner surface (120) of the first side cover (102) and a second inner surface (122) of the second side cover (104).