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 invention relates to a vehicle comprising a storage compartment comprising a road assistance kit.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION:
[002] It would be beneficial to provide a road side assistance kit using which air can be inflated in a tyre of a vehicle and using which a flat tyre of a vehicle can be fixed. Since a vehicle generally comprises limited space, accommodating the road side assistance kit which can be used for inflating the tyre of the vehicle and which can be used for fixing the flat tyre is a technical challenge. Also, the road side assistance kit should be stored in such a manner that it is easily accessible and is not susceptible to stealing.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION:
[003] 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.

[004] Accordingly, the present invention provides a vehicle comprising a storage compartment provided under a seat, the storage compartment comprising a bulge portion projecting in a vehicular height from a bottom wall, the bulge portion further projecting in a vehicle length direction; a first tool kit placed within the storage compartment; a second tool kit placed within the storage compartment; and at least one of the first tool kit and the second tool kit being positioned on top of the bulge portion projecting from the bottom wall.

[005] In an embodiment of the invention, the bulge portion comprises a first lateral wall projecting in a vehicular height direction from the bottom wall, a second lateral wall projecting in a vehicular height direction from the bottom wall, the first lateral wall and the second lateral wall being separated from each other in a vehicle width direction, and a top surface disposed above the first lateral wall and the second lateral wall.

[006] In another embodiment of the invention, the first tool kit is placed above the top surface of the bulge portion and the second tool kit is placed adjacent a front wall of the storage compartment.

[007] In yet another embodiment of the invention, the second tool kit is placed above the top surface of the bulge portion and the first tool kit is placed adjacent a front wall of the storage compartment.

[008] In still another embodiment of the invention, the second tool kit is placed above the top surface of the bulge portion and the first tool kit is placed adjacent a rear wall of the storage compartment.

[009] In a further embodiment of the invention, the bulge portion comprises at least one of a first attachment provision and a second attachment provision, the first attachment provision being different from the second attachment provision.

[0010] In a furthermore embodiment of the invention, the first attachment provision comprises one of a hook part of a hook-and-loop fastener or a loop part of the hook-and-loop fastener.

[0011] In an embodiment of the invention, the second attachment provision comprises a first anchor extending from the first lateral wall of the bulge portion and a second anchor extending from the second lateral wall of the bulge portion.

[0012] In another embodiment of the invention, the front wall of the storage compartment comprises at least one of a third attachment provision and a fourth attachment provision.

[0013] In yet another embodiment of the invention, the rear wall of the storage compartment comprises at least one of a fifth attachment provision and a sixth attachment provision.

[0014] In still another embodiment of the invention, the third attachment provision comprises one of a hook part of a hook-and-loop fastener or a loop part of the hook-and-loop fastener.

[0015] In a further embodiment of the invention, the fourth attachment provision comprises a third anchor and a fourth anchor extending from the front wall of the storage compartment.

[0016] In an embodiment of the invention, the fifth attachment provision comprises one of a hook part of a hook-and-loop fastener or a loop part of the hook-and-loop fastener.

[0017] In another embodiment of the invention, the sixth attachment provision comprises a fifth anchor and a sixth anchor extending from the rear wall of the storage compartment.

[0018] In yet another embodiment of the invention, the first tool kit comprises a T-handle probe, a T-handle reamer, a knife, and at least one puncture strip.

[0019] In still another embodiment of the invention, the second tool kit comprising a tyre inflator.

[0020] One of the advantages of the invention is that there is provided a vehicle having road side assistance kit which can be used for inflating the tyre of the vehicle and which can be used for fixing the flat tyre is a technical challenge.

[0021] Another advantage of the invention is that the road side assistance kit is split into a first tool kit and a second tool kit and the first tool kit is accommodated in a first location while the second tool kit is accommodated in a second location.

[0022] Yet another advantage of the invention, both the first tool kit and the second tool kit can be effectively accommodated in the storage compartment provided under the seat.

[0023] Still another advantage of the invention is that by positioning at least one of the first tool kit and the second tool kit on top of the bulge portion projecting from the bottom wall of the storage compartment, an area within the storage compartment and provided under the seat which is generally not effectively utilized is utilized for accommodating the road side assistance kit.

[0024] Thus, there is no need to provision separate space for accommodating the road side assistance kit.

[0025] Also, since the storage compartment and provided under the seat is not susceptible to un-authorized access, the road side assistance kit is not susceptible to stealing.

[0026] The first tool kit or the second tool kit is securely held on top of the bulge portion projecting from the bottom wall of the storage compartment and hence, the first tool kit or the second tool kit is not subject to vibrations.

[0027] 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:
[0028] 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:

[0029] Figure 1 illustrates a side view of the vehicle in accordance with an embodiment of the invention;

[0030] Figure 2 illustrates a perspective view of the storage compartment in accordance with an embodiment of the invention;

[0031] Figure 3 illustrates a perspective view of the storage compartment accommodating the first tool kit above the bulge portion and the second tool kt adjacent to the front wall in accordance with an embodiment of the invention;

[0032] Figure 4 illustrates a top view of the storage compartment accommodating the first tool kit above the bulge portion and the second tool kt adjacent to the front wall in accordance with an embodiment of the invention;

[0033] Figure 5 illustrates a perspective view of the storage compartment accommodating the second tool kit above the bulge portion and the first tool kt adjacent to the rear wall in accordance with an embodiment of the invention;

[0034] Figure 6 illustrates a top view of the storage compartment accommodating the second tool kit above the bulge portion and the first tool kt adjacent to the rear wall in accordance with an embodiment of the invention;

[0035] Figure 7 illustrates an exploded perspective view of the storage compartment accommodating the first tool kit above the bulge portion and the second tool kt adjacent to the front wall in accordance with an embodiment of the invention;

[0036] Figure 8 illustrates a perspective view of the storage compartment accommodating the second tool kit above the bulge portion and the first tool kt adjacent to the rear wall in accordance with an embodiment of the invention; and

[0037] Figure 9 illustrates a sectional front view of the storage compartment in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.

[0038] 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:
[0039] 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.

[0040] 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.

[0041] 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.

[0042] 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.

[0043] 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.

[0044] 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.

[0045] 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.

[0046] 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.

[0047] 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.

[0048] Embodiments of the present invention will be described below in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0049] 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.

[0050] 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.

[0051] 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 front ground engaging member (14) is coupled to a steering handle bar (20) vide at least a front fork (22). The frame body (12) further supports a seat (24) which is located above the rear ground engaging member (16). The vehicle (10) further comprises a storage compartment (26) provided below the seat (24). The seat (24) can be maintained in a first state in which the seat (24) restricts access to the storage compartment (26) as shown in Figure 1 and in a second state in which the seat (24) permits access to the storage compartment (26) (not illustrated). It may be noted that the seat (24) and/or the frame body (12) may be provided with a locking mechanism (not shown). The seat (24) may be pivoted with respect to the frame body (12) or with respect to the storage compartment (26) to attain the first state and the second state. In an embodiment of the invention, the storage compartment (26) is provided so as to be above the power unit (18) and below the seat (24). In an embodiment of the invention, the storage compartment (26) comprises a first tool kit (34) and a second tool kit (36).

[0052] Now referring particularly to Figure 2, in an embodiment of the invention, the storage compartment (26) comprises a bottom wall (28) and at least one side wall (30) projecting in a vehicular height direction from the bottom wall (28). The storage compartment (26) further comprises a front wall (38) and a rear wall (40). Both the front wall (38) and the rear wall (40) project in a vehicular height direction from the bottom wall (28). The front wall (38) is located in front of the rear wall (40) in a vehicular length direction. The at least one side wall (30) interconnects the front wall (38) and the rear wall (40).

[0053] Since the storage compartment (26) is located above the power unit (18), the storage compartment (26) additionally comprises a bulge portion (32) projecting in a vehicular height from the bottom wall (28). The bulge portion (32) further projects in a vehicle length direction. It may be noted that the term “power unit (18)” comprises without limitation, an internal combustion engine, a carburettor of an internal combustion engine, ____, ____, ____, and _____.

[0054] In an embodiment of the invention, the bulge portion (32) comprises a first lateral wall (44) projecting in a vehicular height direction from the bottom wall (28) and a second lateral wall (46) projecting in a vehicular height direction from the bottom wall (28). In an embodiment of the invention, the first lateral wall (44) and the second lateral wall (46) are separated from each other in a vehicle width direction. The bulge portion (32) further comprises a top surface (42) disposed above the first lateral wall (44) and the second lateral wall (46).

[0055] Now referring to Figure 3 and Figure 4, in an embodiment of the invention, the first tool kit (34) may be placed above the bulge portion (32) and the second tool kit (36) may be placed adjacent the front wall (38) of the storage compartment (26). In order to securely hold the first tool kit (34) above the bulge portion (32), multiple options are available. Likewise, in order to securely hold the second tool kit (36) to the front wall (38), multiple options are available.

[0056] Now referring to Figure 5 and Figure 6, in an embodiment of the invention, the second tool kit (36) may be placed above the bulge portion (32) and the first tool kit (34) may be placed adjacent the rear wall (40) of the storage compartment (26). In order to securely hold the second tool kit (36) above the bulge portion (32), multiple options are available. Likewise, in order to securely hold the first tool kit (34) to the rear wall (40), multiple options are available.

[0057] Although not illustrated, in an embodiment of the invention, the second tool kit (36) may be placed above the bulge portion (32) and the first tool kit (34) may be placed adjacent the front wall (38) of the storage compartment (26). In order to securely hold the second tool kit (36) above the bulge portion (32), multiple options are available. Likewise, in order to securely hold the first tool kit (34) to the front wall (38), multiple options are available.

[0058] Now referring to Figure 7, Figure 8, and Figure 9, in an embodiment of the invention, the bulge portion (32) comprises at least one of a first attachment provision (48) and a second attachment provision (50). In an embodiment of the invention, the first attachment provision (48) comprises one of a hook part of a hook-and-loop fastener or a loop part of the hook-and-loop fastener. In an embodiment of the invention, the first attachment provision (48) is located on the top surface (42) of the bulge portion (32). In an embodiment of the invention, the second attachment provision (50) comprises a first anchor (52) that extends from the first lateral wall (44) of the bulge portion (32) and a second anchor (54) that extends from the second lateral wall (46) of the bulge portion (32) (best visible in Figure 9).

[0059] Referring particularly to Figure 7 in an embodiment of the invention, the front wall (38) comprises at least one of a third attachment provision (56) and a fourth attachment provision (58). In an embodiment of the invention, the third attachment provision (56) comprises one of a hook part of a hook-and-loop fastener or a loop part of the hook-and-loop fastener. In an embodiment of the invention, the fourth attachment provision (58) comprises a third anchor (60) and a fourth anchor (62) that extend from the front wall (38). In an embodiment of the invention, the third anchor (60) is spaced apart from the fourth anchor (62).

[0060] Referring particularly to Figure 8 in an embodiment of the invention, the rear wall (38) comprises at least one of a fifth attachment provision (64) and a sixth attachment provision (66). In an embodiment of the invention, the fifth attachment provision (64) comprises one of a hook part of a hook-and-loop fastener or a loop part of the hook-and-loop fastener. In an embodiment of the invention, the sixth attachment provision (66) comprises a fifth anchor (68) and a sixth anchor (70). In an embodiment of the invention, the fifth anchor (68) is spaced apart from the sixth anchor (70).

[0061] In case the first tool kit (34) is placed above the bulge portion (32) of the storage compartment (26) and the second tool kit (36) is placed adjacent the front wall (38) of the storage compartment (26) as shown in Figure 3, Figure 4, and Figure 7, the first tool kit (34) is provided with a first counter attachment provision (72) which gets coupled to the first attachment provision (48) provided on the top surface (42) of the bulge portion (32) of the storage compartment (26). The first counter attachment provision (72) comprises the other of the hook-and-loop fastener, as compared to the first attachment provision (48). In this case, the second tool kit (36) is provided with a third counter attachment provision (76) which gets coupled to the third attachment provision (56) provided on the front wall (38) of the storage compartment (26). The third counter attachment provision (76) comprises the other of the hook-and-loop fastener, as compared to the third attachment provision (56). Additionally, there is provided a second counter attachment provision (74) which gets attached to the second attachment provision (56) so as to securely retain the first tool kit (34). The second counter attachment provision (74) may be in the form of a belt member which gets coupled between the first anchor (52) and the second anchor (54), with the first tool kit (34) being positioned therebetween. Additionally, there is provided a fourth counter attachment provision (78) which gets attached to the fourth attachment provision (58) so as to securely retain the second tool kit (36). The fourth counter attachment provision (78) may be in the form of a belt member which gets coupled between the third anchor (60) and the fourth anchor (62), with the second tool kit (36) being positioned therebetween.

[0062] In case the second tool kit (36) is placed above the bulge portion (32) of the storage compartment (26) and the first tool kit (34) is placed adjacent the rear wall (40) of the storage compartment (26) as shown in Figure 5, Figure 6, and Figure 8, the third counter attachment provision (76) as provided on the second tool kit (36) gets coupled to the first attachment provision (48) provided on the top surface (42) of the bulge portion (32) of the storage compartment (26). In this case, the third first counter attachment provision (76) comprises the other of the hook-and-loop fastener, as compared to the first attachment provision (48). In this case, the first counter attachment provision (72) as provided on the first tool kit (34) gets coupled to the fifth attachment provision (64) provided on the rear wall (40) of the storage compartment (26). In this case, the first counter attachment provision (72) comprises the other of the hook-and-loop fastener, as compared to the fifth attachment provision (64). While there is additionally provided the second counter attachment provision (74) which gets attached to the second attachment provision (56), in this case the second tool kit (36) gets securely held between the second attachment provision (56) and the second counter attachment provision (74). Similarly, while there is additionally provided the fourth counter attachment provision (78), in this case, the fourth counter attachment provision (78) gets attached to the sixth attachment provision (66) so as to securely retain the first tool kit (34). The fourth counter attachment provision (78) may be in the form of a belt member which gets coupled between the fifth anchor (68) and the sixth anchor (70), with the first tool kit (34) being positioned therebetween.

[0063] Although not illustrated, it may be noted that in case the second tool kit (36) is placed above the bulge portion (32) of the storage compartment (26) and the first tool kit (34) is placed adjacent the front wall (38) of the storage compartment (26), the third counter attachment provision (76) as provided on the second tool kit (36) gets coupled to the first attachment provision (48) provided on the top surface (42) of the bulge portion (32) of the storage compartment (26). In this case, the third first counter attachment provision (76) comprises the other of the hook-and-loop fastener, as compared to the first attachment provision (48). In this case, the first counter attachment provision (72) as provided on the first tool kit (34) gets coupled to the third attachment provision (56) provided on the front wall (38) of the storage compartment (26). In this case, the first counter attachment provision (72) comprises the other of the hook-and-loop fastener, as compared to the third attachment provision (56). While there is additionally provided the second counter attachment provision (74) which gets attached to the second attachment provision (56), in this case the second tool kit (36) gets securely held between the second attachment provision (56) and the second counter attachment provision (74). While there is additionally provided the fourth counter attachment provision (78), in this case, the fourth counter attachment provision (78) gets attached to the fourth provision (58) so as to securely retain the first tool kit (34). The fourth counter attachment provision (78) may be in the form of a belt member which gets coupled between the third anchor (60) and the fourth anchor (62), with the first tool kit (34) being positioned therebetween.

[0064] One of the advantages of the invention is that there is provided a vehicle having road side assistance kit which can be used for which can be used for fixing a flat tyre as well as inflating the tyre.

[0065] Another advantage of the invention is that the road side assistance kit is split into a first tool kit and a second tool kit and the first tool kit is accommodated in a first location while the second tool kit is accommodated in a second location.

[0066] Yet another advantage of the invention, both the first tool kit and the second tool kit can be effectively accommodated in the storage compartment provided under the seat.

[0067] Still another advantage of the invention is that by positioning at least one of the first tool kit and the second tool kit on top of the bulge portion projecting from the bottom wall of the storage compartment, an area within the storage compartment and provided under the seat which is generally not effectively utilized is utilized for accommodating the road side assistance kit.

[0068] Thus, there is no need to provision separate space for accommodating the road side assistance kit.

[0069] Also, since the storage compartment and provided under the seat is not susceptible to un-authorized access, the road side assistance kit is not susceptible to stealing.

[0070] The first tool kit or the second tool kit is securely held on top of the bulge portion projecting from the bottom wall of the storage compartment and hence, the first tool kit or the second tool kit is not subject to vibrations. Likewise, the first tool kit or the second tool kit is securely held to the front wall of the storage compartment and hence is not subject to vibrations. In the alternative embodiment, the first tool kit or the second tool kit is securely held to the front wall of the storage compartment and hence is not subject to vibrations.

[0071] The number of additional components that are required to first tool kit or the second tool kit is very less and hence, there is no substantial increase in a weight or a cost of the vehicle.

[0072] There is maintained a substantial ease in accessing the first tool kit as well as the second tool kit.

[0073] 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.

[0074] 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 vehicle (10), comprising:
a storage compartment (26) provided under a seat (24), the storage compartment (26) comprising a bulge portion (32) projecting in a vehicular height from a bottom wall (28), the bulge portion (32) further projecting in a vehicle length direction;
a first tool kit (34) placed within the storage compartment (26);
a second tool kit (36) placed within the storage compartment (26); and
at least one of the first tool kit (34) and the second tool kit (36) being positioned on top of the bulge portion (32) projecting from the bottom wall (28).

2. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the bulge portion (32) comprises a first lateral wall (44) projecting in a vehicular height direction from the bottom wall (28), a second lateral wall (46) projecting in a vehicular height direction from the bottom wall (28), the first lateral wall (44) and the second lateral wall (46) being separated from each other in a vehicle width direction, and a top surface (42) disposed above the first lateral wall (44) and the second lateral wall (46).

3. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 2, wherein at least one of:
the first tool kit (34) being placed above the top surface (42) of the bulge portion (32) and the second tool kit (36) being placed adjacent a front wall (38) of the storage compartment (26);
the second tool kit (36) being placed above the top surface (42) of the bulge portion (32) and the first tool kit (34) being placed adjacent a front wall (38) of the storage compartment (26); and
the second tool kit (36) being placed above the top surface (42) of the bulge portion (32) and the first tool kit (34) being placed adjacent a rear wall (40) of the storage compartment (26).

4. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 2, wherein the bulge portion (32) comprises at least one of a first attachment provision (48) and a second attachment provision (50), the first attachment provision (48) being different from the second attachment provision (50).

5. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 4, wherein the first attachment provision (48) comprises one of a hook part of a hook-and-loop fastener or a loop part of the hook-and-loop fastener; and the second attachment provision (50) comprises a first anchor (52) extending from the first lateral wall (44) of the bulge portion (32) and a second anchor (54) extending from the second lateral wall (46) of the bulge portion (32).

6. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 3, wherein at least one of:
the front wall (38) of the storage compartment (26) comprises at least one of a third attachment provision (56) and a fourth attachment provision (58); and
the rear wall (40) of the storage compartment (26) comprises at least one of a fifth attachment provision (64) and a sixth attachment provision (66).

7. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 6, wherein:
the third attachment provision (56) comprises one of a hook part of a hook-and-loop fastener or a loop part of the hook-and-loop fastener;
the fourth attachment provision (58) comprises a third anchor (60) and a fourth anchor (62) extending from the front wall (38) of the storage compartment (26);
the fifth attachment provision (64) comprises one of a hook part of a hook-and-loop fastener or a loop part of the hook-and-loop fastener; and
the sixth attachment provision (66) comprises a fifth anchor (68) and a sixth anchor (70) extending from the rear wall (40) of the storage compartment (26).

8. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first tool kit (34) comprises a first counter attachment provision (72) removably coupling the first tool kit (34) with one of the first attachment provision (48), the third attachment provision (56) and the fifth attachment provision (64); and the second tool kit (36) comprises a third counter attachment provision (76) removably coupling the second tool kit (36) with one of the first attachment provision (48) and the third attachment provision (56).

9. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, further comprising:
a second counter attachment provision (72) removably attachable to the second attachment provision (50); and
a fourth counter attachment provision (78) removably attachable to one of the fourth attachment provision (58) and the sixth attachment provision (66).

10. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first tool kit (34) comprises a T-handle probe, a T-handle reamer, a knife, and at least one puncture strip; and the second tool kit (36) comprising a tyre inflator.