Description:

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

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

THE FOLLOWING SPECIFICATION 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 vehicle which includes a seat, a utility box disposed under the seat, and an electronic control unit disposed under the seat, the electronic control unit being electrically coupled to the power unit and controlling an operation of the power unit.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION:
[002] Generally, a vehicle comprises a power unit which supplies power to at least one of a front ground engaging member and a rear ground engaging member. The operation of the power unit is controlled by an electronic control unit. Location and orientation of the electronic control unit on the vehicle plays a crucial role and a lot of factors which have to be taken into consideration while choosing the location and the orientation of the electronic control unit on the vehicle.

[003] In one traditional technique, the electronic control unit is located on a front side of a head pipe, which forms part of a frame body and is oriented in a vehicle upward direction. In another traditional technique, the electronic control unit is located on a flange member placed between the head pipe and an upper frame, both of which form part of the frame body and is oriented in a vehicle upward direction. In yet another conventional technique, the electronic control unit is located on the upper frame and is oriented in a vehicle upward direction. In still another conventional technique, the electronic control unit is located on the upper frame and is oriented in a vehicle width direction.

[004] However, some of the disadvantages of these conventional locations include an excessive level of vibration experienced by the electronic control unit, an excessive amount of temperature experienced by the electronic control unit, excessive level of foreign contaminants experienced by the electronic control unit, an excessive level of interference between the electronic control unit and other vehicular components, an increased length of the wire required for electrically coupling the electronic control unknit, an increased chances of the electronic control unit getting damaged, an increased chances of the wire coupled to the electronic control unit getting damaged, an increased amount of time needed for assembling the electronic control unit on the vehicle, an increased amount of difficulty in accessing the electronic control unit, etc. Thus, there exists a need to locate and orient the electronic control unit on the vehicle such that one or more of the aforesaid disadvantages are addressed.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION:
[005] 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.

[006] In an aspect of the invention, there is provided a vehicle comprising a frame body; at least one front ground engaging member and at least one rear ground engaging member rotatably supported by the frame body; a power unit providing driving power to at least one of the front ground engaging member and the rear ground engaging member; a seat unit supported by the frame body; a storage compartment supported by the frame body and being positioned below the seat unit; and an electronic control unit electrically coupled to the power unit and controlling an operation of the power unit. In an embodiment of the invention, the electronic control unit is attached to the frame body and is positioned below the seat. In an embodiment of the invention, the electronic control unit overlaps at least partly with the storage compartment in a side view of the vehicle. In an embodiment of the invention, the electronic control unit being oriented to project in at least one of a horizontal plane and a vertical plane.

[007] In an embodiment of the invention, the frame body comprises: a head pipe; an upper frame extending from the head pipe in a rearward direction, the upper frame supporting the power unit; a first seat frame extending from the upper frame in a rearward direction and being disposed on a first side of the upper frame; and a second seat frame extending from the upper frame in a rearward direction and being disposed on a second side of the upper frame. In an embodiment of the invention, the first seat frame and the second seat frame support the seat unit and the storage compartment. In an embodiment of the invention, the frame body comprises at least a first pivot frame extending from the upper frame and projecting in a vehicle forward direction.

[008] In an embodiment of the invention, at least one the upper frame, the first seat frame, and the second seat frame comprise a first mounting provision for removably receiving the electronic control unit.

[009] In another embodiment of the invention, the first mounting provision comprises a frame bracket and a control unit bracket.

[0010] In yet another embodiment of the invention, the frame bracket is adapted to be coupled to at least one the upper frame, the first seat frame, and the second seat frame via at least one first screw.

[0011] In still another embodiment of the invention, the control unit bracket is adapted to be coupled to the electronic control unit via at least one second screw.

[0012] In a further embodiment of the invention, the control unit bracket extends in at least one of perpendicularly from the frame bracket and parallel to frame bracket.

[0013] In a furthermore embodiment of the invention, the at least one first screw couples the frame bracket to at least one the upper frame, the first seat frame, and the second seat frame in a first direction (D1).

[0014] In an embodiment of the invention, the at least one second screw couples the electronic control unit to the control unit bracket in a second direction (D2).

[0015] In another embodiment of the invention, the first direction (D1) projects along the vehicle width direction and the second direction (D2) projects along at least one of the vehicle height direction and the vehicle length direction.

[0016] In yet another embodiment of the invention, the first direction (D1) projects along the vehicle height direction and the second direction (D2) projects along at least one of the vehicle width direction and the vehicle length direction.

[0017] In yet another embodiment of the invention, the first direction (D1) projects along the vehicle height direction and the second direction (D2) projects along the vehicle height direction.

[0018] In still another embodiment of the invention, the electronic control unit comprises a first opening for receiving an electrical cable, the electrical cable electrically coupling the electronic control unit to the power unit.

[0019] In a further embodiment of the invention, the first opening projects in at least one of a vehicle forward direction, a vehicle upward direction, and a vehicle downward direction.

[0020] In a furthermore embodiment of the invention, the power unit projects in a horizontal plane and the electronic control unit is located above the power unit in vertical direction.

[0021] In an embodiment of the invention, the frame body further supports at least one battery and the electronic control unit is placed in front of the at least one battery in a vehicle length direction.

[0022] In an embodiment of the invention, the electronic control unit is located proximate to the center of gravity of the vehicle. In another embodiment, the electronic control unit is located proximate to a location where the at least one the first seat frame and the second seat frame is coupled to the upper frame.

[0023] An advantage of the present invention includes the electronic control unit experiencing substantially low level of excessive level of vibration, as the electronic control unit is placed substantially close to the center of gravity of the vehicle.

[0024] Another advantage of the present invention includes the electronic control unit experiencing substantially lesser temperature, as the electronic control unit is placed at a reasonable distance from the power unit.

[0025] Yet another advantage of the present invention includes the electronic control unit experiencing lesser level of foreign contaminants, as the electronic control unit is placed so as to surround by body cover parts, the storage compartment, and other vehicular components.

[0026] Still another advantage of the present invention includes the electronic control unit experiencing lesser level of interference from other vehicular components.

[0027] A further advantage of the present invention includes a reduced length of the wire required for electrically coupling the electronic control unit.

[0028] A furthermore advantage of the present invention includes a decreased chances of the electronic control unit getting damaged.

[0029] Another advantage of the present invention includes a decreased chances of the wire coupled to the electronic control unit getting damaged.

[0030] Yet another advantage of the present invention includes a reduced amount of time needed for assembling the electronic control unit on the vehicle.

[0031] Still another advantage of the present invention includes a decreased amount of difficulty in accessing the electronic control unit.

[0032] A further advantage of the present invention includes a simplicity in the construction of the first mounting provision which results in a substantial cost reduction of the vehicle.

[0033] A furthermore advantage of the present invention includes the first mounting provision being securely and sturdily coupled to the frame body and also the first mounting provision securely and sturdily receiving the electronic control unit, which reduces the chances of damage of the first mounting provision as well as the chances of damage of the electronic control unit. Thus, premature failure of the first mounting provision and premature failure of the electronic control unit is reduced. This results in a decrease in cost of servicing of the vehicle.

[0034] 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:
[0035] 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:

[0036] Figure 1 illustrates a side view of the vehicle in accordance with an embodiment of the invention;

[0037] Figure 2 illustrates a side view of the frame body in accordance with an embodiment of the invention;

[0038] Figure 3 illustrates a magnified side view of a portion of the frame body shown in Figure 2 in accordance with an embodiment of the invention;

[0039] Figure 4 illustrates a magnified exploded view showing the attachment of the electronic control unit to a portion of the frame body in accordance with an embodiment of the invention;

[0040] Figure 5 illustrates a magnified perspective view of the first mounting provision in accordance with a first embodiment of the invention;

[0041] Figure 6 illustrates a magnified perspective view of the electronic control unit in accordance with an embodiment of the invention;

[0042] Figure 7 illustrates a side view of the frame body in accordance with another embodiment of the invention;

[0043] Figure 8 illustrates a magnified close-up view of the frame body shown in Figure 7 in accordance with an embodiment of the invention;

[0044] Figure 9 illustrates a top view of the frame body shown in Figure 7 in accordance with an embodiment of the invention; and

[0045] Figure 10 illustrates a perspective view of the electronic control unit connected to first mounting provision as per Figure 7 in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.

[0046] 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:
[0047] 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.

[0048] 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.

[0049] 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.

[0050] 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.

[0051] 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.

[0052] 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.

[0053] 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.

[0054] 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.

[0055] 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.

[0056] Embodiments of the present invention will be described below in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0057] 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.

[0058] 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.

[0059] Now referring to Figure 1, there is illustrated a side view of the vehicle (10) that comprises a frame body (12) rotatably supporting at least one front ground engaging member (14) and at least one rear ground engaging member (16). The frame body (12) further supports a power unit (18) that supplies power to at least one of the front ground engaging member (14) and the rear ground engaging member (16). The frame body (12) further supports a seat unit (20) which provides a seating arrangement for at least a rider of the vehicle (10). The vehicle (10) further comprises a storage compartment (22) supported by the frame body (12) and being positioned below the seat unit (20). The vehicle (10) further comprises at least one battery (54), which is supported by the frame body (12).

[0060] Now referring to Figure 1, Figure 2 and Figure 7 together, it can be seen that the frame body (12) comprises a head pipe (28) which rotatably receives the at least one front ground engaging member (14). The frame body (12) further comprises an upper frame (30) extending from the head pipe (28) in a rearward direction. The frame body (12) further comprises a first seat frame (32) and a second seat frame (34). Both the first seat frame (32) and the second seat frame (34) extend from the upper frame (30) in a rearward direction. The first seat frame (32) is disposed on a first side of the upper frame (30) while the second seat frame (34) is disposed on a second side of the upper frame (30). The first seat frame (32) and the second seat frame (34) support the seat unit (20) and the storage compartment (22). In some cases, one of the first seat frame (32) and the second seat frame (34) additionally supports the at least one battery (54). The frame body (12) further comprises at least a first pivot frame (38) extending from the upper frame (30) and projecting in a vehicle forward direction. The frame body (12) further comprises a first mounting provision (40). The first mounting provision (40) can be mounted on at least one the upper frame (30), the first seat frame (32), and the second seat frame (34). The first mounting provision (40) removably receives an electronic control unit (24). Thus, it can be said that the electronic control unit (24) gets coupled to at least one of the upper frame (30), the first seat frame (32), and the second seat frame (34).

[0061] When the electronic control unit (24) is coupled to at least one of the upper frame (30), the first seat frame (32), and the second seat frame (34), the electronic control unit (24) gets positioned below the seat (20). Additionally, the electronic control unit (24) overlaps at least partly with the storage compartment (22) in a side view of the vehicle. Furthermore, the electronic control unit (24) gets oriented so as to project in at least one of a horizontal plane and a vertical plane. It may be noted that in the embodiment illustrated in Figure 2, the electronic control unit (24) gets oriented so as to project in a vertical plane while in the embodiment illustrated in Figure 7, the electronic control unit (24) gets oriented so as to project in a horizontal plane.

[0062] Now referring to Figure 4 and Figure 5, in an embodiment of the invention, the first mounting provision (40) comprises a frame bracket (42) and a control unit bracket (44). The frame bracket (42) is coupled to at least one the upper frame (30), the first seat frame (32), and the second seat frame (34) via at least one first screw (46). The control unit bracket (44) is coupled to the electronic control unit (24) via at least one second screw (48). In an embodiment of the invention, the control unit bracket (44) extends perpendicularly from the frame bracket (42). Thus, the at least one first screw (46) couples the frame bracket (42) to at least one the upper frame (30), the first seat frame (32), and the second seat frame (34) in a first direction (D1) while the at least one second screw (48) couples the electronic control unit (24) to the control unit bracket (44) in a second direction (D2). The specific construction of the first mounting provision (40) i.e. the first mounting provision (40) comprising a frame bracket (42) and a control unit bracket (44) makes the first mounting provision (40) sturdy and less susceptible to breakage. Since the control unit bracket (44) extends perpendicularly from the frame bracket (42), a space required to mounting the first mounting provision (40) and a space needed to accommodating the electronic control unit (24) also reduces.

[0063] By way of a first non-limiting example, the frame bracket (42) can be coupled in a first direction (D1) which projects along the vehicle width direction while the electronic control unit (24) can be coupled in a second direction (D2) which projects along at least one of the vehicle height direction and the vehicle length direction. By way of another non-limiting example, the frame bracket (42) can be coupled in a first direction (D1) which projects along the vehicle height direction while the electronic control unit (24) can be coupled in a second direction (D2) which projects along at least one of the vehicle width direction and the vehicle length direction. This aspect leads to a substantial reduced space requirement for accommodating the electronic control unit (24).

[0064] Now referring to Figure 6 and Figure 3, in an embodiment of the invention, the electronic control unit (24) comprises a first opening (50) for receiving an electrical cable (52), best visible in Figure 3. The electrical cable electrically couples the electronic control unit (24) to the power unit (18). In an embodiment of the invention, the first opening (50) projects in at least one of a vehicle forward direction, a vehicle upward direction, and a vehicle downward direction.

[0065] Now referring to Figure 8 and Figure 9, in an embodiment of the invention, the first direction (D1) projects along the vehicle height direction and the second direction (D2) projects along the vehicle height direction. In particular, in the embodiment shown in Figure 8 and Figure 9, the electronic control unit (24) gets located below the first seat frame (32) and is coupled to the first seat frame (32) via the first mounting provision (40). In particular, the electronic control unit (24) is coupled to the control unit bracket (44) and thereafter, the electronic control unit (24) together with the control unit bracket (44) gets located on a bottom side of the first seat frame (32). The frame bracket (42) on the other hand, gets located on a top side of the first seat frame (32).

[0066] The frame bracket (42) gets located on a top side of the first seat frame (32) while the control unit bracket (44) gets located on a bottom side of the first seat frame (32). Thereafter, the control unit bracket (44) is connected to the frame bracket (42) such that the first seat frame (32) gets sandwiched between the control unit bracket (44) and the frame bracket (42).

[0067] In an embodiment of the invention, the electronic control unit (24) is located proximate to the center of gravity of the vehicle (10). By way a non-limiting example, the electronic control unit (24) is located within a distance of about “0.35*L” from the center of gravity of the vehicle. In another embodiment, the electronic control unit (24) is located proximate to a location where the at least one the first seat frame and the second seat frame is coupled to the upper frame. By way of a nonlimiting example, the electronic control unit (24) is located within a distance of about “0.15*L” from the location where the at least one the first seat frame and the second seat frame is coupled to the upper frame. It may be noted that “L” represents an overall length of the vehicle.

[0068] An advantage of the present invention includes the electronic control unit (24) experiences substantially low level of excessive level of vibration, as the electronic control unit (24) is placed substantially close to the center of gravity of the vehicle (10).

[0069] Another advantage of the present invention includes the electronic control unit (26) experiences substantially lesser temperature, as the electronic control unit (26) is placed at a reasonable distance from the power unit (18).

[0070] Yet another advantage of the present invention includes the electronic control unit (26) experiences lesser level of foreign contaminants, as the electronic control unit (26) is placed so as to surround by body cover parts (not shown), the storage compartment (22), and other vehicular components.

[0071] Still another advantage of the present invention includes the electronic control unit (26) experiences lesser level of interference from other vehicular components.

[0072] A further advantage of the present invention includes a reduced length of the wire (52) required for electrically coupling the electronic control unit (26). This can be furthermore reduced by orienting the first opening (50) projects in at least one of a vehicle forward direction, a vehicle upward direction, and a vehicle downward direction.

[0073] A furthermore advantage of the present invention includes a decreased chances of the electronic control unit (26) getting damaged. There are multiple levels of protection which is afforded to the electronic control unit (26) including the storage compartment (22) and the frame body (12).

[0074] Another advantage of the present invention includes a decreased chances of the wire (52) coupled to the electronic control unit (24) getting damaged. Yet another advantage of the present invention includes a reduced amount of time needed for assembling the electronic control unit (24) on the vehicle (10).

[0075] Still another advantage of the present invention includes a decreased amount of difficulty in accessing the electronic control unit (24). A further advantage of the present invention includes a simplicity in the construction of the first mounting provision (40) which results in a substantial cost reduction of the vehicle.

[0076] A furthermore advantage of the present invention includes the first mounting provision (40) being securely and sturdily coupled to the frame body (12) and also the first mounting provision (40) securely and sturdily receiving the electronic control unit (24), which reduces the chances of damage of the first mounting provision (40) as well as the chances of damage of the electronic control unit (24). Thus, premature failure of the first mounting provision (40) and premature failure of the electronic control unit (24) is reduced. This results in a decrease in cost of servicing of the vehicle (10). The control unit bracket (44) gets coupled to the electronic control unit (24) vide the second screws (48), which are three in number and hence, the electronic control unit (24) is securely coupled to the control unit bracket (44).

[0077] 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.

[0078] 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.
, Claims:WE CLAIM:

1. A vehicle (10) comprising:
a frame body (12);
at least one front ground engaging member (14) and at least one rear ground engaging member (16) rotatably supported by the frame body (12);
a power unit (18) providing driving power to at least one of the front ground engaging member (14) and the rear ground engaging member (16);
a seat unit (20) supported by the frame body (12);
a storage compartment (22) supported by the frame body (12) and being positioned below the seat unit (20);
an electronic control unit (24) electrically coupled to the power unit (18) and controlling an operation of the power unit (18);
the electronic control unit (24) being attached to the frame body (12) and being positioned below the seat (20), the electronic control unit (24) overlapping at least partly with the storage compartment (22) in a side view of the vehicle and the electronic control unit (24) being oriented to project in at least one of a horizontal plane and a vertical plane.

2. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the frame body (12) comprises:
a head pipe (28);
an upper frame (30) extending from the head pipe (28) in a rearward direction, the upper frame (30) supporting the power unit (18);
a first seat frame (32) extending from the upper frame (30) in a rearward direction and being disposed on a first side of the upper frame (30);
a second seat frame (34) extending from the upper frame (30) in a rearward direction and being disposed on a second side of the upper frame (30), the first seat frame (32) and the second seat frame (34) supporting the seat unit (20) and the storage compartment (22);
at least a first pivot frame (38) extending from the upper frame (30) and projecting in a vehicle forward direction; and
at least one the upper frame (30), the first seat frame (32), and the second seat frame (34) comprising a first mounting provision (40) for removably receiving the electronic control unit (24).

3. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 2, wherein the first mounting provision (40) comprises a frame bracket (42) and a control unit bracket (44); the frame bracket (42) being adapted to be coupled to at least one the upper frame (30), the first seat frame (32), and the second seat frame (34) via at least one first screw (46); and the control unit bracket (44) being adapted to be coupled to the electronic control unit (24) via at least one second screw (48).

4. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 3, wherein the control unit bracket (44) extends in at least one of perpendicularly from the frame bracket (42) and parallelly to the frame bracket (42).

5. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 3, the at least one first screw (46) couples the frame bracket (42) to at least one the upper frame (30), the first seat frame (32), and the second seat frame (34) in a first direction (D1) and the at least one second screw (48) couples the electronic control unit (24) to the control unit bracket (44) in a second direction (D2).

6. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 5, wherein at least one of:
the first direction (D1) projects along the vehicle width direction and the second direction (D2) projects along at least one of the vehicle height direction and the vehicle length direction;
the first direction (D1) projects along the vehicle height direction and the second direction (D2) projects along at least one of the vehicle width direction and the vehicle length direction; and
the first direction (D1) projects along the vehicle height direction and the second direction (D2) projects along the vehicle height direction.

7. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, the electronic control unit (24) comprises a first opening (50) for receiving an electrical cable (52), the electrical cable electrically coupling the electronic control unit (24) to the power unit (18).

8. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first opening (50) projects in at least one of a vehicle forward direction, a vehicle upward direction, and a vehicle downward direction.

9. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the power unit (18) projects in a horizontal plane and the electronic control unit (24) being located above the power unit (18) in vertical direction.

10. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the frame body (12) further supports at least one battery (54) and the electronic control unit (24) being placed in front of the at least one battery (54) in a vehicle length direction.