DESC:CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION
[0001]
The present application is a complete specification corresponding to the Provisional specification against application number 202341056455.
TECHNICAL FIELD
[0002]
The present subject matter relates generally to a visor assembly for a saddle type vehicle and more particularly, to a visor assembly with a mounting bracket.
BACKGROUND 5
[0003]
Generally, a straddle type vehicle (referred to as a vehicle/straddle type vehicle throughout the length of this specification hereafter) comprises of a frame assembly extending rearwardly from a head tube. The steering column passes through the head tube of the frame assembly. The frame assembly acts as a skeleton and a structural member for the vehicle that supports the vehicle loads. At least one 10 front wheel is connected to a front portion of the frame assembly through one or more front suspension(s). The head tube is generally configured to accommodate the steering assembly and the handlebar. The frame assembly extends towards a rear portion of the vehicle. At least one rear wheel is connected to a frame assembly through one or more rear suspension(s). The frame assembly comprises of an 15 engine or powertrain assembly coupled to it. The engine or electric or hybrid powertrain assembly is functionally connected to the rear wheel, which provides forward motion to the vehicle. The forward motion of the vehicle is controlled by a steering assembly that is accessible to and controlled by the user through the handlebar assembly. The handlebar assembly is provided with an instrument 20 cluster or a display that is designed to display information to a user. A visor may be provided to cover the front of the handlebar assembly. Visors, also known as windshields or wind deflectors, play a pivotal role in enhancing the riding experience of two-wheelers. The visor forms a protective shield designed to provide a barrier against wind, debris, insects, and other environmental factors that 25 riders encounter while on the road. Visors come in various shapes and sizes, offering riders options to choose the level of protection and aesthetic appeal they
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prefer.
Visors not only shield riders from windblast and flying particles but also reduce rider fatigue by minimizing wind pressure and drag resistance. Furthermore, visors contribute to improved aerodynamics, leading to smoother rides and enhanced fuel efficiency. The use of high-quality materials ensures durability and optical clarity, allowing for better visibility during different weather conditions. 5 Overall, visors significantly contribute to rider comfort, safety, and the overall riding experience on two-wheelers.
[0004]
Number plates/License plates are an essential component for legally using a vehicle on the roads. Number plate brackets are essential components for mounting license plates securely on vehicles, including two-wheelers. These 10 brackets serve both functional and regulatory purposes. Functionally, they provide a stable platform for attaching license plates, ensuring they remain visible and readable. In terms of compliance, number plate brackets help vehicles adhere to traffic regulations, as license plates must be clearly displayed for identification and enforcement purposes. Number plate brackets come in various designs, materials, 15 and sizes to accommodate different types of vehicles and their respective license plate dimensions. Additionally, some brackets may include features like anti-vibration mechanisms and quick-release systems to enhance convenience and minimize plate damage. On the other hand there are designs made to enable tamper proofing of the license plate for security reasons making it difficult for a general 20 user to dismantle the plate. The number plate mounting unit is affixed to either the Housing handlebar or the Panel front.
[0005]
Conventional moto scooter designs employ the Number Plate Bracket Front unit solely for holding the High Security Registration Plate (HSRP)/License plate.
[0006]
In typical moto scooter designs, the digital speedometer is fixed within the 25 rear of the Housing handlebar, often enclosed in a sealed chamber. This fixed arrangement limits speedometer adjustability and inhibits heat dissipation from the embedded microprocessor. The number plate may be mounted on a handlebar housing and a visor may also be provided to mount on the handlebar housing. The visor shields the display from any foreign objects that may be incident on the 30
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display unit.
The Handlebar housing's front portion in conventional designs obstructs airflow during cruising, resulting in undesirable drag resistance.
[0007]
Conventional saddle type vehicle configurations lack modularity for adjustable speedometer construction and the license plate bracket does not conceal wiring and handlebar tubes. Such unprotected housing may lead to tangled 5 Brake/Accelerator cables and wiring harnesses, requiring protection against physical damage. The speedometer's chord which is typically vertically connected may be exposed to external damage due to a lack of protective coverage.
[0008]
In certain designs of the straddle type vehicle, an adjustable speedometer unit/display unit may be provided. If the adjustable Speedometer unit is enabled 10 with a tilting function, it should be without compromising on the performance, with a protective cover to the tiltable speedometer unit and it must be accessible.
[0009]
Moreover, there are inherent challenges involved in designing naked type of straddle type vehicles in that, the large instrument cluster/speedometer unit has to be accommodated to provide ease of viewing information, convenience and 15 comfort for a user to have access to more information in a less cluttered way while still achieving adequate cooling of the cluster which will obviously need more cooling as one goes for bigger size which leads to a contradictory situation for a designer. Packaging a large cluster in a handlebar cover like a straddle type vehicle may make the handlebar cover abnormally large and bulky leading to poor steering 20 inertia and reduced handling capability of the vehicle. Alternatively making a trade-off of squeezing in more display information in a small cluster to reduce size and mass of handlebar cover would lead to cramped visibility and huge discomfort for user to quickly read information from a small cluster while driving which would make the compact cluster practically useless. 25
[00010]
Generally, conventional straddle type vehicles have a separate number plate bracket, a wiring harness holder, a cover or visor to cover the speedometer unit, and a handlebar housing front and rear, that increases overall vehicle parts count.
[00011]
Therefore, there is a requirement for a solution that addresses the above 30 listed problems & other problems of known art.
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SUMMARY
[00012]
Aspects of the present invention pertain to a to a visor assembly for a saddle type vehicle. The visor assembly is comprised of a holder. The holder is mounted onto the handlebar unit. An instrument cluster/display unit/speedometer unit is placed at the top of the handlebar unit. In an embodiment, the holder is fastened onto the handlebar unit with the help of screws. A mounting bracket is fastened onto the holder. The mounting bracket is fastened to the holder with the help of screws. The mounting bracket is provided with at one slot to receive screws for fastening a structural member onto the mounting bracket. The mounting bracket is further provided with one or more slots to receive screws to mount the mounting bracket onto the holder. The mounting bracket may include a left portion and a right portion. Each of the left portion and the right portion of the mounting bracket are provided with at least one rearwardly extending protrusion. The rearwardly extending protrusions are provided with a slot to accommodate a fastening means. A visor is mounted onto the mounting bracket. The visor is provided with rearwardly extending protrusions that are configured to be concentrical with the rearwardly extending protrusions of the mounting bracket. Fastening means that pass through the concentric rearwardly extending protrusions of the mounting bracket and the visor enable mounting of the visor onto the mounting bracket.
[00013]
The visor assembly for a vehicle comprises a holder configured to be mounted onto a handlebar unit of the vehicle. The holder comprises a left fastening portion and a right fastening portion rearwardly extending from the body of the holder, wherein these left and right fastening portions are utilized for securing the holder onto the handlebar unit. A mounting bracket is fastened onto the holder of the visor assembly. This mounting bracket comprises at least one slot adapted for receiving screws to fasten a structural member onto the mounting bracket and a speedometer unit adapted to be detachably fastened onto the holder. The mounting bracket further comprises a left portion and a right portion, each provided with at least one rearwardly extending protrusion, these protrusions having slots
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configured to accommodate a fastening means for mounting a visor onto the
mounting bracket.
[00014]
In an embodiment, the holder is provided with at least two cut-outs shaped to allow air entry from the front of the vehicle in a vehicle longitudinal direction, thereby directing air to the bottom of the speedometer unit.
[00015]
In an embodiment, the speedometer unit is a digital display indicating one or more vehicle operating parameters.
[00016]
In an embodiment, the holder comprises a locator outwardly protruding towards the handlebar unit to facilitate easy assembly during servicing.
[00017]
In an embodiment, the mounting bracket is fastened onto the holder by one or more fastening means through one or more slots.
[00018]
In an embodiment, the holder is fastened onto the handlebar unit with one or more fastening means, these fastening means being screws.
[00019]
In an embodiment, the handlebar unit is provided with at least two slots outwardly protruding to interface with the rearwardly extending protrusions of the holder for fastening the holder onto the handlebar unit.
[00020]
In an embodiment, the holder is provided with an interior profile with a routing passage to prevent cable tangling and configured to conceal parts and electrical wiring on the handlebar assembly.
[00021]
In an embodiment, the mounting bracket provided on the holder is adapted to receive a High Security Registration Plate.
[00022]
In an embodiment, assembly of the speedometer unit is accomplished over the handlebar holder components.
[00023]
The holder is provided with a left fastening portion and a right fastening portion. The left fastening portion and the right fastening portion are rearwardly extending from the body of the holder. The holder is mounted onto the handlebar unit by fastening the left fastening portion and the right fastening portion onto the handlebar unit. The holder is provided with at least two cut-outs. The cut outs are shaped such that the cut-outs enable entry of air from front of the vehicle and the air reaches a bottom of the display unit thereby cooling the speedometer unit.
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[00024]
The holder is provided with a locator that is outwardly protruding towards the handlebar unit to enable easy assembly of the holder at the time of servicing.
[00025]
The handlebar unit is provided with at least two slots outwardly protruding that are adapted to interface with the rearwardly extending protrusions of the holder to enable fastening of the holder onto the handlebar unit. The visor mounted on the mounting bracket is configured to have an angular aerodynamic profile to diverge the incident air towards the cut-outs of the holder.
[00026]
These and other aspects of the invention will be apparent from the ensuing description.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[00027]
The detailed description of the present subject matter is described with reference to the accompanying figures. Same numbers are used throughout the drawings to reference like features and components.
[00028]
Fig. 1 illustrates a perspective view of an exemplary visor assembly along 5 with exploded view of few peripheral vehicular parts, in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter.
[00029]
Fig. 2 depicts an exploded view of an exemplary visor assembly in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
[00030]
Fig. 3 illustrates a front view of the visor assembly assembled with the 10 vehicle handlebar assembly in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
[00031]
Fig. 4 illustrates an exploded view of the visor assembly with few parts omitted for clarity in accordance with yet another embodiment of the present invention. 15
[00032]
Fig. 5 illustrates a perspective front view of the visor assembly in accordance with yet another embodiment of the present invention.
[00033]
Fig. 6 illustrates a perspective side view of the visor assembly in accordance with yet another embodiment of the present invention.
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[00034]
Fig. 7 illustrates perspective top, front and side views of the holder of the visor assembly in accordance with yet another embodiment of the present invention.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION 5
[00035]
Exemplary embodiments are described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Wherever convenient, the same reference numbers are used throughout the drawings to refer to the same or like parts. While examples and features of disclosed principles are described herein, modifications, adaptations, and other implementations are possible without departing from the 10 scope of the disclosed embodiments. It is intended that the following detailed description be considered as exemplary only, with the true scope bing indicated by the following claims.
[00036]
The embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to a visor assembly for a straddle type vehicle along with the 15 accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the present embodiments. The present subject matter is further described with reference to accompanying figures. It should be noted that the description and figures merely illustrate principles of the present subject matter. Various arrangements may be devised that, although not explicitly described or shown 20 herein, encompass the principles of the present subject matter. Moreover, all statements herein reciting principles, aspects, and examples of the present subject matter, as well as specific examples thereof, are intended to encompass equivalents thereof.
[00037]
It is an object of the present invention to provide an improved visor 25 assembly including a structural member mounting bracket for smooth and quick fitment.
[00038]
It is yet another object of the present invention to have a visor assembly with improved ease of manufacturability of the visor assembly.
[00039]
It is yet another object of the present invention to have a visor assembly 30 that is easy to disassemble and easy to assemble while being secure.
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[00040]
It is yet another object of the present invention to achieve reduction in parts of the handlebar assembly.
[00041]
It is yet another object of the present invention to enable cooling of a speedometer unit in real time in a vehicle operation condition.
[00042]
It is yet another object of the present invention to accommodate the 5 structural member on the visor assembly mountings and thereby reducing the number of active parts required.
[00043]
It is yet another object of the present invention to reduce the drag force on the front of the vehicle by diverging the incident air.
[00044]
Fig. 1 illustrates a perspective view of an exemplary visor assembly 100 10 along with exploded view of few peripheral vehicular parts, in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter. Fig. 2 depicts an exploded view of an exemplary visor assembly 100 in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. For the sake of brevity, figures 1 and 2 shall herein be explained together. 15
[00045]
Referring now to Fig. 1, a visor assembly 100 for a saddle type vehicle is shown. The visor assembly 100 is comprised of a holder 102. The holder 102 is mounted onto the handlebar unit 108 and is configured with a substantially curved profile when seen from a top view so as to have a convex surface facing the exterior of the vehicle in an assembled condition and a convex surface on the opposite side. An instrument cluster/display unit/speedometer unit 110 is placed at the top of the handlebar unit 108. In an embodiment, the fastening means for securing the holder 102 to the handlebar unit 108 are screws. As per an embodiment of the present invention, the handlebar unit 108 includes a central handle holder (not labelled) configured with a V shaped profile when seen from a top view and being capable of coupling and holding a left handle member (not labelled) and a right handle member (not labelled) on either lateral side. The central handle holder, as per an embodiment, is configured with symmetric openings to reduce the weight where the openings are visible from a top view. As per a preferred embodiment, the central handle holder is an integral unit capable of being coupled to the steering column of the frame of the vehicle to enable steering movement of the vehicle.
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Alternatively, as per an alternate embodiment, the central handle holder is an
assembly made of child parts e.g. upper bracket, steering column, one or more coupler members coupled to form the central handle holder assembly.
[00046]
In an embodiment, the holder 102 is fastened onto the handlebar unit 108 with the help of one or more fastening means. In an embodiment, the fastening means for securing the holder 102 to the handlebar unit 108 are screws. A mounting bracket 104 is fastened onto the holder 102. The mounting bracket 104 may be provided with at least two slots 212 to receive screws for fastening a structural member 202 (shown in fig 3) onto the mounting bracket 104. The mounting bracket 104 may include a left portion 206-2 and a right portion 206-1. Each of the left portion 206-2 and the right portion 206-1 of the mounting bracket 104 may be provided with at least one rearwardly extending protrusion. The rearwardly extending protrusions are provided with a slot to accommodate a fastening means. A visor 106 is mounted onto the mounting bracket 104. The visor 106 is provided with rearwardly extending protrusions that are configured to be concentrical with the rearwardly extending protrusions of the mounting bracket 104. Fastening means that pass through the concentric rearwardly extending protrusions of the mounting bracket 104 and the visor 106 enable mounting of the visor 102 onto the mounting bracket 104.
[00047]
The mounting bracket 104 may include a left portion 206-2 and a right portion 206-1. Each of the left portion 206-2 and the right portion 206-1 of the mounting bracket 104 may be provided with at least one rearwardly extending protrusion 104r. The rearwardly extending protrusions 104r, are provided with a slot or opening to accommodate a fastening means. A visor 106 is mounted onto the mounting bracket 104. The visor 106 is provided with rearwardly extending protrusions 106r that are configured to have mounting openings which are concentrical with the openings of the rearwardly extending protrusions 104r of the mounting bracket 104. Fastening means that pass through the openings of concentric rearwardly extending protrusions 104r, 106r of the mounting bracket 104 and the visor 106 enable mounting of the visor 102 onto the mounting bracket 104.
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[00048]
The holder 102 is provided with a left fastening portion (102r) and a right fastening portion (102r). The left fastening portion 102r and the right fastening portion 102r are rearwardly extending from the body of the holder 102. The holder 102 is mounted onto the handlebar unit 108 by fastening the left fastening portion 102r and the right fastening portion 102r onto the handlebar unit 108. The holder 102 is provided with at least two cut-outs 200-1, 200-2 (shown in Fig 3). The cut outs 200-1, 200-2 are shaped with smooth filleted edges such that the cut-outs 200-1, 200-2 to enable entry of air from front of the vehicle and the air reaches a bottom of the display unit/speedometer unit 110 thereby cooling the speedometer unit 110.
[00049]
The holder 102 is provided with at least one locator (not labelled) that is outwardly protruding from an inner concave surface of the holder. The locator when facing towards the handlebar unit 108 enables easy assembly of the holder at the time of manufacturing and servicing.
[00050]
The handlebar unit 108 is provided with at least two outwardly protruding portions 108r that are adapted to interface with the rearwardly extending protrusions 102r of the holder 102 to enable fastening of the holder 102 onto the handlebar unit 108.
[00051]
Fig. 3 illustrates a front view of the visor assembly 100 assembled with the handlebar unit 108 in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. Fig. 4 illustrates an exploded view of the visor assembly 100 with few parts omitted for clarity, in accordance with yet another embodiment of the present invention. Figures 3 and 4 shall be explained together herein for the sake of brevity. A 5 structural member 202 is mounted onto the holder 102 with the help of fastening means. The cut-outs 200-1, 200-2 direct air incident from the front of the vehicle to the bottom of the speedometer unit 110. The speedometer unit 110 is mounted onto the handle bar unit 108 though a mount unit 112 adapted to receive a speedometer 110(shown in Fig 1). The speedometer mount unit 112 is provided 10 with a central opening or orifice congruent to enable air to be directed from the cut-outs 200-1, 200-2 onto the bottom of the speedometer unit 110.
[00052]
As per a technical advancement of the present invention, the construction of the visor 106 includes aerodynamic configuration designed for achieving an
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improved airflow
for cooling of vehicular parts. In an embodiment, the Structural member bracket is directly attached to the handlebar holder 102 using two fasteners. In an embodiment, the structural member 202, also referred to as a HSRP is affixed to the mounting bracket 104 through two fasteners or rivets using a C-type clamp. In an embodiment, assembly of the Speedometer unit 110 is 5 accomplished over the handlebar holder components.
[00053]
In an embodiment, the holder 102 is configured to conceal the parts and the electrical wiring that is provided on the handlebar assembly 108. The holder 102 can be independently disassembled. In an embodiment, an interior concave profile of the holder 102 incorporates a routing passage to prevent cable tangling. 10 Additionally, the holder 102 is provided with a mounting bracket 104 for mounting an HSRP 202.
[00054]
In an embodiment, the aerodynamic cut-outs 200-1, 200-2 or openings on the holder 102 as well as the instrument cluster mount unit 112 facilitate airflow and reduce component weight. In an embodiment, aesthetics are enhanced by the 15 holder which also improves the fit between the mounting bracket 104 and the structural member 202.
[00055]
In an embodiment, the modular nature of the mounting bracket 104 as a distinct unit accommodates the HSRP 202, offering enhanced durability. In an embodiment, the holder 102 offers benefits such as increased cable/wiring harness 20 durability, reduced part count, and safeguarded Speedometer connectors.
[00056]
In an embodiment, the holder 102 ensures compatibility with a collapsible or an adjustable speedometer unit 110. Handling the speedometer unit 110 is rendered independent of neighboring components, as the mounting bracket 104 provides coverage, preventing physical damage. Improved aesthetics and reduced 25 drag result from the aerodynamic design of the visor 106. The invention's aspects encompass various enhancements in fit, aesthetics, durability, and functionality.
[00057]
Fig. 5 illustrates a perspective front view of the of the visor assembly 100 in accordance with yet another embodiment of the present invention. The holder 102 is mounted onto the handlebar unit 108. The handlebar unit extends vertically 30 downwards towards the wheel through a steering sub assembly 214. A mounting
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bracket 104 is fastened onto the holder 102. The mounting bracket 104 may be
fastened to the holder 102 with the help of screws. The mounting bracket 104 may be provided with at least two slots 204 to receive screws for fastening onto the holder. The mounting bracket 104 is shown mounted to the holder 102 through screws 206-1, 206-2. The screws are accommodated through the slots 204. An 5 instrument cluster/display unit/speedometer unit 110 is placed at the top of the handlebar unit 108. In an embodiment, the holder 102 is fastened onto the handlebar unit 108 with the help of one or more fastening means. In an embodiment, the fastening means for securing the holder 102 to the handlebar unit 108 are screws. A second set of slots 212 provided on the mounting bracket enable 10 mounting of the structural member onto the mounting bracket 104.
[00058]
Figs. 6 and Fig. 7 are explained together herein for the sake of brevity. Fig. 6 illustrates a perspective side view of the visor assembly 100 in accordance with yet another embodiment of the present invention. Fig. 7 illustrates perspective top, front and side views of the holder 102 of the visor assembly 100 in accordance with yet another embodiment of the present invention. The disclosed visor assembly 100 includes the mounting bracket 104 functioning as a number plate mounting bracket integrated as part of the visor assembly 100 for smooth and quick fitment. The visor assembly, designated as 100, is designed for use in a vehicle and consists of several key components that work together to enhance functionality and user experience. The central components include a holder 102, a mounting bracket 104, and a visor 106. These components are designed to be mounted onto the handlebar unit 108 of the vehicle.
[00059]
The holder 102 is a crucial element of the assembly, and it is configured with left and right fastening portions 102r that extend rearwardly from the body of the holder. These left and right fastening portions play a key role in securing the holder onto the handlebar unit 108. The attachment is achieved by fastening means, and in this particular embodiment, screws are used as the fastening means for securing the holder onto the handlebar unit.
[00060]
The visor assembly 100 includes a mounting bracket 104 that is fastened onto the holder 102. This mounting bracket serves a dual purpose: it includes at
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least two slots 212 designed to receive screws for fastening a
structural member 202, and it is also configured to allow detachable fastening of a speedometer unit 110 onto the holder 102.
[00061]
The mounting bracket 104 is equipped with left and right portions, each featuring at least one rearwardly extending protrusion 204r. These protrusions are provided with slots to accommodate a fastening means. The visor 106 is mounted onto the mounting bracket 104, and the attachment is facilitated by fastening means passing through the concentric rearwardly extending protrusions of both the mounting bracket and the visor.
[00062]
The holder 102 is designed with at least two cut-outs 200-1, 200-2 strategically shaped to allow air entry from the front of the vehicle. This airflow is directed towards the bottom of the speedometer unit 110 mounted onto the mount unit 112, serving as a cooling mechanism to maintain optimal operating conditions for the digital display of vehicle parameters.
[00063]
The holder 102 includes a locator 210 outwardly protruding towards the handlebar unit 108, facilitating easy assembly during servicing. The holder 102 is equipped with an interior profile featuring a routing passage to prevent cable tangling. This profile also allows for the concealment of parts and electrical wiring on the handlebar assembly 108.
[00064]
Aspects of the present invention pertain to a visor assembly, an instrument cluster assembly as well as a license plate assembly for a straddle or a saddle type vehicle. The visor assembly is comprised of a holder 102. The holder 102 is mounted onto the handlebar unit 108. An instrument cluster/display unit/speedometer unit 110 is placed at the top of the handlebar unit 108. In an embodiment, the holder 102 is fastened onto the handlebar unit 108 with the help of screws. A mounting bracket 104 is fastened onto the holder 102. The mounting bracket 104 is fastened to the holder 102 with the help of screws. The mounting bracket 104 is provided with at least two openings to receive screws for fastening a structural member 202 onto the mounting bracket 104. This mounting bracket serves a dual purpose: it includes at least two slots 212 designed to receive screws for fastening a structural member 202, and it is also configured to allow detachable
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fastening of a speedometer unit 110 onto the holder 102.
The mounting bracket 104 may include a left portion and a right portion. Each of the left portion and the right portion of the mounting bracket are provided with at least one rearwardly extending protrusion 104r. The rearwardly extending protrusions 104r are provided with a slot or openings to accommodate a fastening means. A visor 106 is mounted onto the mounting bracket 104. The visor 106 is provided with rearwardly extending protrusions 106r which are provided with openings that are configured to be concentrical with the openings provided on the rearwardly extending protrusions 104r of the mounting bracket 104. The fastening means that pass through the concentric rearwardly extending protrusions 104r, 106r of the mounting bracket and the visor enable mounting of the visor 106 onto the mounting bracket 104.
[00065]
The holder 102 is provided with a left fastening portion 102r and a right fastening portion 102r on a concave side of the holder 102. The left fastening portion 102r and the right fastening portion 102r are rearwardly extending from the body of the holder 102. The holder 102 is mounted onto the handlebar unit 108 by fastening the left fastening portion 102r and the right fastening portion 102r onto the handlebar unit. The holder 102 is provided with at least two cut-outs 200-1, 200-2 or openings. The cut outs 200-1, 200-2 are shaped with smooth filleted edges such that the cut-outs enable entry of air from front of the vehicle and the air reaches a bottom of the display unit 110 thereby cooling the speedometer unit.
[00066]
The holder 102 is provided with at least one locator that is outwardly protruding from an inner concave surface of the holder. The locator when facing towards the handlebar unit to enable easy assembly of the holder at the time of manufacturing and servicing.
[00067]
The handlebar unit 108 is provided with at least two outwardly protruding portions 108r that are adapted to interface with the rearwardly extending protrusions 102r of the holder 102 to enable fastening of the holder 102 onto the handlebar unit 108.
[00068]
The disclosed visor assembly 100 includes a structural member mounting bracket 104 integrated as part of the visor assembly 100 for smooth and quick fitment.
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[00069]
It is an advantage of the visor assembly 100 that improved ease of manufacturability of the visor assembly 100 is achieved.
[00070]
It is an advantage of the present invention that the visor assembly 100 is easy to disassemble and easy to assemble.
[00071]
It is yet another advantage of the present invention that there is reduction 5 in parts of the handlebar unit 108.
[00072]
It is an advantage of the present invention that cooling of a speedometer unit 110 in real time is achieved in a vehicle operation condition.
[00073]
It is yet another advantage of the present invention that the structural member 202 is accommodated within the visor assembly 100 and thereby reducing 10 the number of active parts required.
[00074]
The drag force on the front of the vehicle is reduced because of the profile of the visor 106 as well as the openings provided on the holder 102 and cluster mount unit 112. Furthermore, effective cooling of the speedometer unit 110 is achieved by diverging the air incident on the visor 106 into the cut-outs 200-1, 200-15 2 provided on the holder 102. Thus, the present disclosure splits all the elements into separate modular sub-systems and still integrate them to form an improved vehicle assembly design while overcoming all the contradictory technical challenges.
[00075]
In an embodiment, the holder 102 ensures compatibility with a collapsible 20 or an adjustable speedometer unit. Handling the speedometer unit is rendered independent of neighboring components, as the structural member bracket provides coverage, preventing physical damage. Improved aesthetics and reduced drag result from the aerodynamic design. The invention's aspects encompass various enhancements in fit, aesthetics, durability, and functionality. 25
[00076]
Aspects of the present invention pertain to a to a visor assembly for a saddle type vehicle. The visor assembly is comprised of a holder. The holder is mounted onto the handlebar unit. An instrument cluster/display unit/speedometer unit is placed at the top of the handlebar unit. In an embodiment, the holder is fastened onto the handlebar unit with the help of screws. A mounting bracket is fastened onto the holder. The mounting bracket is fastened to the holder with the
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help of screws. The mounting bracket is provided with at least two slots to receive
screws for fastening a number plate onto the mounting bracket. The mounting bracket may include a left portion and a right portion. Each of the left portion and the right portion of the mounting bracket are provided with at least one rearwardly extending protrusion. The rearwardly extending protrusions are provided with a slot to accommodate a fastening means. A visor is mounted onto the mounting bracket. The visor is provided with rearwardly extending protrusions that are configured to be concentrical with the rearwardly extending protrusions of the mounting bracket. Fastening means that pass through the concentric rearwardly extending protrusions of the mounting bracket and the visor enable mounting of the visor onto the mounting bracket.
[00077]
The holder is provided with a left fastening portion and a right fastening portion. The left fastening portion and the right fastening portion are rearwardly extending from the body of the holder. The holder is mounted onto the handlebar unit by fastening the left fastening portion and the right fastening portion onto the handlebar unit. The holder is provided with at least two cut-outs. The cut outs are shaped such that the cut-outs enable entry of air from front of the vehicle and the air reaches a bottom of the display unit thereby cooling the speedometer unit.
[00078]
The holder is provided with a locator that is outwardly protruding towards the handlebar unit to enable easy assembly of the holder at the time of servicing.
[00079]
The handlebar unit is provided with at least two slots outwardly protruding that are adapted to interface with the rearwardly extending protrusions of the holder to enable fastening of the holder onto the handlebar unit.
[00080]
In summary, the visor assembly described in these claims integrates various features and components to provide a comprehensive solution for a vehicle, addressing aspects of assembly, functionality, cooling, and regulatory compliance.
[00081]
In view of the above, the claimed limitations as discussed above are not routine, conventional, or well understood in the art, as the claimed limitations enable the above solutions to the existing problems in conventional technologies.
[00082]
The present subject matter is described using a visor assembly for a straddle type vehicle, a two-wheeled or a three-wheeled vehicle whereas the
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claimed subject matter can be used in any other type of application employing
above-mentioned visor assembly with required changes and without deviating from the scope of invention. Further, it is intended that the disclosure and examples given herein be considered as exemplary only.
[00083]
The claimed invention, as described, involves a specific and concrete solution in the form of the visor assembly for a two-wheeled saddle type vehicle.
[00084]
The claimed invention provides a tangible and specific implementation involving a holder, a mounting bracket and a visor, and optional components like a display unit and a number plate mounting. These components work together in a 5 tangible manner to provide a visor assembly. This specificity adds concreteness to the invention, making it applicable to a range of practical scenarios.
[00085]
The overall design and functionality of the claimed invention are geared toward addressing practical challenges in vehicle display unit cooling and maintaining operating temperature of ancillary components mounted on the 10 handlebar of a vehicle. Thus, the present disclosure provides a technical solution with tangible applications in the automotive industry.
[00086]
In summary, the claimed invention provides a specific, tangible, and practical solution. The combination of specific components, functionalities, and individual components, contributes to the improved solution.
[00087]
The terms “an embodiment”, “embodiment”, “embodiments”, “the embodiment”, “the embodiments”, “one or more embodiments”, “some embodiments”, and “one embodiment” mean “one or more (but not all) 15 embodiments of the invention(s)” unless expressly specified otherwise. The terms “including”, “comprising”, “having” and variations thereof mean “including but not limited to”, unless expressly specified otherwise. The terms “a”, “an” and “the” mean “one or more”, unless expressly specified otherwise.
[00088]
Finally, the language used in the specification has been principally 20 selected for readability and instructional purposes, and it may not have been selected to delineate or circumscribe the inventive subject matter and is therefore intended that the scope of the invention be limited not by this detailed description, but rather by any claims that issue on an application based here on. Accordingly,
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the embodiments of the present invention are intended to be illustrative, but not
limiting, of the scope of the invention, which is set forth in the following claims.
[00089]
While various aspects and embodiments have been disclosed herein, other aspects and embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art. The various aspects and embodiments disclosed herein are for purposes of illustration and are 5 not intended to be limiting, with the true scope being indicated by the following claims.
[00090]
A person with ordinary skills in the art will appreciate that the systems, modules, and sub-modules have been illustrated and explained to serve as examples and should not be considered limiting in any manner. It will be further 10 appreciated that the variants of the above disclosed system elements, modules, and other features and functions, or alternatives thereof, may be combined to create other different systems or applications.
[00091]
While the present disclosure has been described with reference to certain embodiments of a liquid cooled internal combustion engine, it will be understood 15 by those skilled in the art that various changes may be made, and equivalents may be substituted without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. In addition, many modifications may be made to adapt a particular situation or material to the teachings of the present disclosure without departing from its scope. Therefore, it is intended that the present disclosure not be limited to the particular 20 embodiment disclosed, but that the present disclosure will include all embodiments falling within the scope of the appended claims. ,CLAIMS:We claim:
1.
A visor assembly (100) for a vehicle, said visor assembly (100) comprising:
a holder (102) configured to be mounted onto a handlebar unit (108) of said vehicle, said holder (102) comprising a left fastening portion (102r) and a right fastening portion (102r) rearwardly 5 extending from body of said holder (102), wherein said left and right fastening portions are utilized for securing said holder (102) onto said handlebar unit (108);
a mounting bracket (104) fastened onto said holder (102) of said visor assembly (100), said mounting bracket (104) comprising at 10 least one slot (212) adapted for receiving screws to fasten a structural member (202) onto said mounting bracket (104) and a speedometer unit (110) adapted to be detachably fastened onto said holder (102), wherein
said mounting bracket (104) comprising a left portion (206-2) 15 and a right portion (206-1), each of said left and right portions provided with at least one rearwardly extending protrusion (204r), said protrusions having slots configured to accommodate a fastening means for mounting a visor (106) onto said mounting bracket (104). 20
2.
The visor assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said holder (102) is provided with at least two cut-outs (200-1, 200-2) shaped to allow air entry from a front of said vehicle in a vehicle longitudinal direction and thereby directing air to a bottom of a 25 mount unit (112).
3.
The visor assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said mount unit (104) is adapted to receive a speedometer unit (110), said
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speedometer unit (11
0) being a digital display indicating one or more vehicle operating parameters.
4.
The visor assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said holder (102) comprises a locator (210) outwardly protruding towards said 5 handlebar unit (108) to facilitate easy assembly during servicing.
5.
The visor assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said mounting bracket (104) is fastened onto said holder (102) by one or more fastening means (206-1, 206-2) through one or more slots 10 (204).
6.
The visor assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said holder (102) is fastened onto said handlebar unit (108) with one or more fastening means, said fastening means being screws. 15
7.
The visor assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said handlebar unit (108) is provided with at least two slots (108r) outwardly protruding to interface with said rearwardly extending protrusions of said holder (102) for fastening said holder (102) onto 20 said handlebar unit (108).
8.
The visor assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said holder (102) is provided with an interior profile with a routing passage to prevent cable tangling and configured to conceal parts and electrical 25 wiring on said handlebar assembly (108).
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9.
The visor assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein saidmounting bracket (104) provided on said holder (102) is adapted toreceive a structural member, wherein the structural membercorresponds to a High Security Registration Plate (202).
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10.
The visor assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said visor(106)is constructed aerodynamically to improve airflow.