Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[001] The present invention relates to a suspension assembly of a vehicle. More particularly, the present invention relates to a guard member of the suspension assembly.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[002] A rear suspension assembly in a vehicle such as a saddle type vehicle is a pivotal component dedicated to controlling and dampening the movements of a rear wheel of the vehicle. Since the rear suspension assembly is proximate to a rear wheel of the vehicle, the rear suspension assembly also includes a guard member to protect the components of the rear suspension assembly from dust, debris and mud. It is important to protect the internal components of the suspension assembly from dust, debris and mud for maintaining the optimal functioning of the rear suspension assembly. Dust and debris can infiltrate the sensitive components of the rear suspension assembly leading to accelerated wear, reduced performance, and potential damage of the rear suspension assembly. Additionally, exposure to mud and direct water contact can compromise the lubrication and effectiveness of the rear suspension assembly, thereby, diminishing its ability to provide controlled damping. Further, there are chances that due to accumulation of dust, debris and mud and hit by pebbles or stones could lead to oil leakage, which can eventually compromise the durability of the rear suspension assembly.
[003] When a vehicle traverses an undulated road, a spring member of the rear suspension assembly undergoes a repetitive cycle of expansion and compression in response to the varying terrain. The spring member, typically a helical or coil spring, exhibits a twisting effect as its coils tends to rotate around the central axis during these compression and expansion phases. This torsional motion is a consequence of the helical structure of the spring, where the coils wind or unwind based on the forces exerted. As the spring member continuously experiences these twisting actions, it generates torsional stress in the wire material constituting the spring. Over time, the position of the guard member situated between the spring member and the spring seat undergoes changes. The guard member, which aims to shield the internal components of the rear suspension from external elements like dust, dirt, lose its purpose due to change in its original location. If the guard member fails to maintain its proper position, it may leave critical parts, such as the spring member, piston, and other components, exposed to the external elements. This exposure poses a risk of accelerated wear, damage in powder coating of the spring member, reduced performance, and potential damage to the rear suspension assembly due to the intrusion of foreign particles.
[004] When assembling a vehicle, ensuring the proper alignment and positioning of the guard member becomes a time-consuming and intricate process. This meticulous task is crucial to ensure that the guard member is disposed at an optimal position, effectively safeguarding the rear suspension assembly from the potential entry of dust or debris thrown up by the rear wheel. If the dust enters the rear suspension assembly, it may damage an oil seal of the damper assembly causing oil leakage and also damaging the bump stopper.
[005] As per yet known prior arts, the guard member fails to protect to protect a spring member of the rear suspension assembly. More specifically, the guard member is disposed under the spring member, which eventually fails to protect the spring member. Thus, this poses a chance of corrosion, and deterioration of durability and coating of the spring member.
[006] Further, as per yet known art, in order to protect the components of the rear suspension assembly, a wheel hugger is installed separately which aims to protect throw of dust and debris towards the shock absorber. However, mounting of the wheel hugger, specifically in a compact vehicle such as saddle type vehicle is complex, and add to the overall weight and maintenance of the vehicle.
[007] In view of the foregoing, there is a need-felt to overcome the above-mentioned disadvantages of the prior arts.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[008] In one aspect of the present invention, a guard member for a suspension assembly of a vehicle is disclosed. The guard member comprises a first portion and a second portion. The first portion has a pre-defined shape. The first portion has an inner surface and an outer surface opposite the inner surface. The inner surface of the guard member faces the suspension assembly. The front portion is adapted to cover at least a portion of the suspension assembly. The second portion has a second pre-defined shape. The second pre-defined portion is adapted to extend from the inner surface of the first portion. The second portion is provided between a spring member and a first member adapted to support a bottom portion of the spring member. The second portion comprises one or more first engaging members adapted to engage with one or more second engaging members of the first member of the suspension assembly.
[009] In an embodiment, the first portion extends in a direction substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the suspension assembly and the second portion extends in a direction substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the suspension assembly.
[010] In an embodiment, the first member of the suspension assembly is a spring seat.
[011] In an embodiment, the one or more first engaging members are protruding members and the one or more second engaging member are slots or recesses.
[012] In an embodiment, the one or more first engaging members are slots or recesses and the one or more second engaging member are also slots or recesses.
[013] In an embodiment, the first pre-defined shape of the first portion of the guard member is a curve shape. In a non-limiting example, the degree of curvature of the first portion is in range of 180 degrees to 360 degrees.
[014] In an embodiment, the second pre-defined shape of the second portion corresponds to a profile of a bump stopper or a base of a bump stopper of a suspension assembly. The second portion comprises an aperture defining an inner circumferential wall of the second portion.
[015] In an embodiment, the one or more first engaging members are cut into the circumferential wall of the second portion.
[016] In an embodiment, the second pre-defined shape being a circular shape.
[017] In an embodiment, the first portion extends between a first end and a second end. The first end is proximate to a top eyelet of the suspension assembly and the second end is proximate to a bottom eyelet of the suspension assembly.
[018] In an embodiment, the first end is having a U-shaped profile and the first end is inclined in a direction towards the bottom eyelet of the suspension assembly.
[019] In an embodiment, the second end of the first portion has a substantially narrower profile that the first end of the first portion.
[020] In an embodiment, the guard member comprises a third portion. The third portion is an elongated portion extending from the second end of the first portion in a direction towards the bottom eyelet of the suspension assembly. The third portion is adapted to protect the bottom eyelet of the suspension assembly.
[021] In an embodiment, the first portion of the guard member extends at least partially along an entire length of the suspension assembly.
[022] In an embodiment, the guard member is integrated to a swing arm or a wheel hugger of the vehicle.
[023] In another aspect of the present invention, a vehicle is disclosed. The vehicle comprises a suspension assembly and a guard member. The suspension assembly has a spring member and a first member. The first member is adapted to support a bottom portion of the spring member. The guard member is adapted to guard at least a portion of the suspension assembly. The guard member comprises a first portion and a second portion. The first portion has a pre-defined shape. The first portion has an inner surface and an outer surface opposite the inner surface. The inner surface of the guard member faces the suspension assembly. The front portion is adapted to cover at least a portion of the suspension assembly. The second portion has a second pre-defined shape. The second pre-defined portion is adapted to extend from the inner surface of the first portion. The second portion is provided between a spring member and a first member adapted to support a bottom portion of the spring member. The second portion comprises one or more first engaging members adapted to engage with one or more second engaging members of the first member of the suspension assembly.
[024] In an embodiment, the suspension assembly comprises a damper housing, a damper rod, a damper piston, a bump stopper and a base of the bump stopper. The damper housing comprises a damping chamber containing a quantity of damping fluid. The damper rod assembly includes an elongated damper rod. The damper piston is secure along said elongated damper rod. The damper rod assembly is operatively engaged with the damper housing for reciprocal displacement relative thereto with the damper piston disposed within said damping chamber and at least a portion of the elongated damper rod projecting axially outwardly from the damper housing. The spring member is provided on the damper housing and elongated damper rod. The bump stopper is disposed between the spring member and the second portion of the guard member.
[025] In an embodiment, the first portion of the guard member extends in a direction substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the suspension assembly and the second portion of the guard member extends in a direction substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the suspension assembly.
[026] In an embodiment, the first member of the suspension assembly is a spring seat.
[027] In an embodiment, the one or more first engaging members of the second portion of the guard member are protruding members and the one or more second engaging member of the first member of the suspension assembly are slots or recesses.
[028] In an embodiment, the one or more first engaging members of the second portion of the guard member are slots or recesses and the one or more second engaging member of the first member of the suspension assembly are protruding members. It is to be understood that slots or recesses are adapted to receive the protruding members.
[029] In an embodiment, the first pre-defined shape of the first portion of the guard member is a curve shape. In a non-limiting example, the degree of curvature of the first portion is in range of 180 degrees to 360 degrees.
[030] In an embodiment, the second pre-defined shape of the second portion of the guard member corresponds to a profile of a bump stopper or the base of the bump stopper of a suspension assembly. The second portion of the guard member comprises an aperture defining an inner circumferential wall of the second portion.
[031] In an embodiment, the one or more first engaging members of the second portion of the guard member being cut into the circumferential wall of the second portion.
[032] In an embodiment, the second pre-defined shape of the second portion of the guard member being a circular shape.
[033] In an embodiment, the first portion of the guard member extends between a first end and a second end. The first end is proximate to a top eyelet of the suspension assembly and the second end is proximate to a bottom eyelet of the suspension assembly.
[034] In an embodiment, the first end of the first portion of the guard member is having a U-shaped profile and the first end of the first portion of the guard member is inclined in a direction towards the bottom eyelet of the suspension assembly.
[035] In an embodiment, the second end of the first portion of the guard member has a substantially narrower profile than the first end.
[036] In an embodiment, the guard member comprises a third portion. The third portion is an elongated portion extending from the second end of the first portion in a direction towards the bottom eyelet of the suspension assembly. The third portion is adapted to protect the bottom eyelet of the suspension assembly.
[037] In an embodiment, the first portion of the guard member extends at least partially along an entire length of the suspension assembly.
[038] In an embodiment, the guard member is integrated to a swing arm or a wheel hugger of the vehicle.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[039] Reference will be made to embodiments of the invention, examples of which may be illustrated in accompanying figures. These figures are intended to be illustrative, not limiting. Although the invention is generally described in context of these embodiments, it should be understood that it is not intended to limit the scope of the invention to these particular embodiments.
Figure 1 illustrates a front perspective view of the suspension assembly with the guard member , in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 2 illustrates an exploded view of the suspension assembly with the guard member , in an accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 3a illustrates a rear view of the suspension assembly with the guard member, in an accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 3b is a sectional view of Figure 3a cut along line A-A, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 4 is an enlarged view of portion B shown in Figure 3b, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 5 illustrates an exploded view of the guard member and the first member , in an accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 6 illustrates a front perspective view of the guard member and the first member , in an accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 7 illustrates a bottom perspective view of the guard member and the first member , in an accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 8 illustrates a right perspective view of the guard member, in an accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 9 illustrates a left perspective view of the guard member, in an accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 10 illustrates a bottom perspective view of the guard member, in an accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 11 illustrates a rear perspective view of the guard member, in an accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[040] Various features and embodiments of the present invention here will be discernible from the following further description thereof, set out hereunder.
[041] Figure 1 illustrates a front perspective view of the suspension assembly 10 with the guard member 100 , in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 illustrates an exploded view of the suspension assembly 10 with the guard member 100 , in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3a illustrates a rear view of the suspension assembly 10 with the guard member 100, in an accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3b is a sectional view of Figure 3a cut along line A-A, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4 is an enlarged view of portion B shown in Figure 3b, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
[042] For the purpose of the present invention, the term “vehicle” are saddle type vehicle having a rear suspension assembly for controlling and dampening the movement of the rear wheel of the vehicle. The term “vehicle” also comprises, not being limited to, conventional internal combustion engine vehicles, electric vehicles and hybrid vehicles. It is to be understood that the rear suspension assembly is mounted on the vehicle and the guard member is provided to protect the rear suspension assembly of the vehicle.
[043] Figure 1-4 illustrates a rear suspension assembly 10 and a guard member 10. The rear suspension assembly 10 comprises a damper housing 11, a damper rod assembly including an elongated damper rod 14 and a damper piston (not shown), a spring member 16, a bump stopper 18, a base of the bump stopper 18a, a first member 20, a top eyelet 22 and a bottom eyelet 24. The damper housing 11 comprises a damping chamber (not shown) containing a quantity of damping fluid. The damper rod assembly is operatively engaged with the damper housing 11 for reciprocal displacement relative thereto with the damper piston disposed within said damping chamber. At least a potion of the elongated damper rod 14 projects axially outwardly from the damper housing 11. The damper piston moves in the damper chamber filled with the quantity of damping fluid such as oil or gas, creating resistance to the movement of the damper rod 14. The bump stopper 18 is a component designed to absorb and dampen extreme compressions in the suspension assembly 10. The primary function of the bump stopper is to prevent the suspension from bottoming out, which occurs when the rear wheel travels upward to its maximum limit, and the suspension components reach the end of their compression travel. By acting as a cushion during intense compressions, the bump stopper 18 helps protect the suspension assembly from damage and provides a progressive resistance to bottoming out, contributing to a smoother ride. Typically, the bump stopper 18 is sandwich mounted between the spring member 16 and the first member 20 and rests on the base 18a of the bump stopper 18. In a non-limiting example, the first member 20 is a spring seat. The spring seat 20 is a component that interfaces between the spring member 16 and the rest of the suspension assembly. The spring seat 20 provides a stable and secure platform for the bottom portion/lower end of the spring member 16 to rest on. The top eyelet 22 and the bottom eyelet 24 are for securing the rear suspension assembly 10 to the frame (not shown) of the vehicle.
[044] The guard member 100 protects the rear suspension assembly 10 from external elements such as mud, dirt, rocks, pebbles etc. thereby preventing contamination, reducing wear, and enhancing overall durability and performance of the rear suspension assembly 10. In a non-limiting example, the guard member 100 is connected to a swing arm (not shown) of the vehicle. In another embodiment, the guard member is integrated to a wheel hugger (not shown) of the vehicle.
[045] The guard member 100 comprises a first portion 102 and a second portion 104. The first portion 102 is of a pre-defined shape. The first portion 102 comprises an inner surface 102c and an outer surface 102d opposite the inner surface 102c. The inner surface 102c of the first portion 102 faces the rear suspension assembly 10. The first portion 102 is adapted to cover at least a portion of the rear suspension assembly 10. As shown in the Figures, the first portion 102 extends in a direction substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis (L-L) of the rear suspension assembly 10. However, this should not be construed as limiting and the first portion 102 may be inclined at an angle with respect to the rear suspension assembly 10. In a non-limiting example, the pre-defined shape of the first portion 102 is a curve shape. The degree of curvature of the curved first portion 102 is in range of 180 degrees to 360 degrees. It is to be understood the when the degree of curvature is 180 degrees, the first portion 102 partially surrounds i.e. almost half of the rear suspension assembly 10 and the when the degree of curvature is 360 degrees, the first portion 102 fully surrounds the rear suspension assembly. The first portion 102 extends between a first end 102a and a second end 102b. In a non-limiting example, the first portion 102 extends between a first end 102a and the second end 102b in a direction parallel to the longitudinal axis L-L of the suspension assembly 10. The first end 102a is proximate to the top eyelet 22 of the rear suspension assembly 10 and the second end 102b is proximate to the bottom eyelet 24 of the rear suspension assembly 10. In a non-limiting example, the first end 102a has a U-shaped profile. In a non-limiting example, the first end 102a is inclined in a direction towards the bottom eyelet 24 of the suspension assembly 10. The second end 102b of the first portion 102 has a substantially narrower profile as compared to the first end. The profile of the guard member 100 is a combination of linear profile and curved profile. The profile of the first portion 102 helps in weight reduction of the guard member 100 while ensuring adequate protection to the suspension assembly 10. The first portion 102 can extend partially or fully along the length L1 the suspension assembly 10.
[046] The second portion 104 of the guard member 100 extends from the inner surface 102c of the first portion 102 in a direction towards the suspension assembly 10. As shown in the Figures, the second portion 104 extends in a direction substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis (L-L) of the suspension assembly 10. However, this should not be construed as limiting and the second portion 104 may extend at an angle with respect to the suspension assembly 10. The second portion 104 of the guard member 100 has pre-defined shape. Generally, the shape of the second portion 104 corresponds to the profile of the bump stopper 18 or the base (18a) of the bump stopper. As shown in the Figure, the bump stopper 18/base 18a of bump stopper 18 are circular in shape and the shape of the second portion 104 is also circular in shape. However, this should not be construed as limiting and the bump stopper 18/base 18a of bump stopper 18 as well as second portion 104 may have shapes other than the circular shape. The second portion 104 comprises one or more first engaging members 104b which are configured to engage with the one or more second engaging members 20a of the first member 20 such as spring seat of the suspension assembly 10. Such an engagement prevents rotation of the guard member 100 with respect to the suspension assembly 10. In a non-limiting example, the one or more first engaging members 104b are protruding members and the one or more second engaging members 20a are slots or recesses provided on the first member/spring seat 20 of the suspension assembly 10. In a non-limiting example, as shown in Figure 5, the one or more first engaging members 104b are slots or recesses and the one or more second engaging members 20a are also slots or recesses provided on the spring seat 20 of the suspension assembly 10.
[047] As shown in the Figures, the second portion 104 comprises an aperture 104a (shown in Figure 5) adapted to accommodate the bump stopper 18 or the base 18a of the bump stopper 18a. The aperture 104a defines an inner circumferential wall (104c) (shown in Figure 5) of the second portion 104. As shown in Figure 5, one or more recesses or slots 104b are cut in the inner circumferential wall 104c of the second portion 104 which are adapted to engage with one or more slots 20a provided on the spring seat 20 of the suspension assembly 10. However, this should not be construed as limiting and the first engaging members 104b can be protruding members and the one or more second engaging members 20a can be slots or recesses. It should be understood that the second portion 104 is lockably and detachably attached to the rear suspension assembly 10 such that the guard member 100 is easily replaceable in case of the damage to the guard member 100.
[048] The guard member 100 may also comprise a third portion 106 for protection of the bottom eyelet 24 of the suspension assembly 10. The third portion 106 extends from the second end 102b of the first portion 102 in a direction towards the bottom eyelet 24 of the suspension assembly 10. In other words, the third portion 106 extends slightly forward from the first portion 102 to map with the profile of the suspension assembly 10. The third portion 106 is generally an elongated portion with a width slightly greater than that of the bottom eyelet 24 of the suspension assembly 10. The third portion 106, being an elongated narrow portion, will reduce the weight of the guard member 100 while protecting the bottom eyelet 24 of the suspension assembly 10. In a non-limiting example, the third portion 106 has a T-shaped profile. However, this should not be construed as limiting and other regular or irregular profiles are well within the scope of the present invention.
[049] The spring member 20 of the suspension assembly 10 is also shown in Figure 2. The spring member 20 is a circular structure having a first end and a second end with a slot 20a in between. As shown in Figures 5-7, the slot 20a is adapted to engage with the slots or recesses 104b provided on the second portion 104 of the guard member 100. However, as already stated in the preceding paragraphs, this should not be construed as limiting and the second portion 104b may be designed to have one or more protruding members adapted to engage with one or more slots or recesses of the first member 20 of the suspension assembly.
[050] In an embodiment, the guard member 100 may be formed integrally with the spring seat 20. In an embodiment, the guard member 100 is detachably formed with the spring seat 20.
[051] Figure 5 illustrates an exploded view of the guard member and the first member , in an accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 6 illustrates a front perspective view of the guard member and the first member, in an accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 7 illustrates a bottom perspective view of the guard member and the first member , in an accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
[052] As shown, the second portion 104 of the guard member 100 has one or more slots 104b extending from the inner circumferential wall 104c and the spring member 20 comprises a slot 20a. During assembly, the slot 20a and the one or more slots 104b are lockably engage with each other to prevent the rotation of guard member 100 with respect to the suspension assembly 10.
[053] Figure 8 illustrates a right perspective view of the guard member 100, in an accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.Figure 9 illustrates a right perspective view of the guard member 100, in an accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.Figure 10 illustrates a bottom perspective view of the guard member 100, in an accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 11 illustrates a rear perspective view of the guard member 100, in an accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
[054] As shown, the guard member 100 comprises a first portion 102 and a second portion 104 which have been discussed in detail in the preceding paragraphs.
[055] The claimed features/method steps of the present invention as discussed above are not routine, conventional, or well understood in the art, as the claimed features/steps enable the following solutions to the existing problems in conventional technologies. Specifically, the technical problem of rotation of the guard member with respect to the suspension assembly is solved by present invention.
[056] In the present invention, the rotation of the guard member is prevented which ensures that the guard member always protects components of the rear suspension assembly from the external environment.
[057] The profile of the guard member is such that it efficiently protects all the components of the rear suspension assembly, thereby eliminating the need for a wheel hugger (if not already present) which reduces the weight and cost of the vehicle as well as increases the aesthetics of the vehicle without compromising on safety of the components of the rear suspension assembly. Therefore, the complexity of mounting and accommodating an additional component is eliminated.
[058] The third portion of the guard member ensures that the components of the shock absorber are sufficiently protected while eliminated unnecessary material cost, and additional weight.
[059] The present invention is simple, efficient, and does not alter the existing layout of the vehicle components.
[060] While the present invention has been described with respect to certain embodiments, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various changes and modification may be made without departing from the scope of the invention as defined in the following claims.

List of Reference Numerals
10- suspension assembly
11-damper housing
14- damper rod
16- spring member
18- bump stopper
18a- base of the bump stopper
20-first member/ spring seat
20a- second engaging members
22- top eyelet
24- bottom eyelet
100- guard member
102- first portion
102a- first end
102b-second end
102c- inner surface
102d- outer surface
104- second portion
104a- aperture
104b- first engaging members
104c- inner circumferential wall
106- third section
L-L- longitudinal axis
L1- length

, C , Claims:1. A guard member (100) for a suspension assembly (10) of a vehicle, the guard member (100) comprising: a first portion (102), the first portion(102) having a first pre-defined shape, the first portion (102) having an inner surface (102c) facing the suspension assembly (10), the first portion (102) adapted to cover at least a portion of the suspension assembly (10);a second portion (104), the second portion(104) having a second pre-defined shape, the second portion (104) adapted to extend from the inner surface (102c) of the first portion (102) ;the second portion (104) being provided between a spring member (16) and a first member(20) of the suspension assembly (10), the first member (20) adapted to support a lower end of the spring member (16), the second portion (104) comprises one or more first engaging members (104b) adapted to engage with one or more second engaging members (20a) of the first member (20).

2. The guard member (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first portion (102) extends in a direction substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis (L-L) of the suspension assembly (10) and the second portion (104) extends in a direction substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis (L-L) of the suspension assembly (10).

3. The guard member (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first member (20) of the suspension assembly (10) being a spring seat.

4. The guard member (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the one or more first engaging members (104b) being protruding members and the one or more second engaging members (20a) being slots or recesses.

5. The guard member (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the one or more first engaging members (104b) being slots or recesses and the one or more second engaging members (20a) being slots or recesses.

6. The guard member (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first pre-defined shape being a curve shape, the degree of curvature of the first portion (102) being in a range of 180 degrees- 360 degrees.

7. The guard member (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the second pre-defined shape corresponds to a profile of one of: a bump stopper (18) and a base of the bump stopper 18a of a suspension assembly (10), the second portion (104) comprises an aperture (104a) defining an inner circumferential wall (104c) of the second portion (104).

8. The guard member (100) as claimed in claim 7, wherein the one or more first engaging members (104b) being cut into the inner circumferential wall (104c) of the second portion (104).

9. The guard member (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first portion (102) extends between a first end (102a) and a second end (102b) , the first end (102a) being proximate to a top eyelet (22) of the suspension assembly (10) and the second end (102b) being proximate to a bottom eyelet (24) of the suspension assembly (10).

10. The guard member (100) as claimed in claim 9, wherein the first end (102a) having a U-shaped shaped profile, the first end (102a) being inclined in a direction towards the bottom eyelet (24) of the suspension assembly (10).

11. The guard member (100) as claimed in claim 9, wherein the second end (102b) having a narrower profile than the first end (102a).

12. The guard member (100) as claimed in claim 9, comprising a third portion (106) the third portion (106) being an elongated portion extending from the second end (102b) of the first portion (102) in a direction towards the bottom eyelet (24) of the suspension assembly (10) to protect the bottom eyelet (24) of the suspension assembly (10).

13. The guard member (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first portion (102) extends at least partially along an entire length (L1) of the suspension assembly (10).

14. The guard member (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the guard member (100) being integrated to one of: a swing arm and a wheel hugger of the vehicle.

15. A vehicle comprising:
a suspension assembly (10) having a spring member (16) and a first member (20), the first member (20) adapted to support a lower end of the spring member (20);
a guard member (100) adapted to guard at least a portion of the suspension assembly (10), the guard member (100) comprising:
a first portion (102), the first portion (102) having a first pre-defined shape, the first portion (102) having an inner surface (102c) facing the suspension assembly (10), the first portion (102) adapted to cover at least a portion of the suspension assembly (10);
a second portion (104), the second portion (104) having a second pre-defined shape, the second portion (104) adapted to extend from the inner surface (102c) of the first portion (102), the second portion (104) being provided between a spring member (16) and a first member (20) of the suspension assembly (10), the first member (20) adapted to support a lower end of the spring member (16), the second portion (104) comprises one or more first engaging members (104b) adapted to engage with one or more second engaging members (20a) of the first member (20)

16. The vehicle as claimed in claim 15, wherein the suspension assembly (10) further comprises:
a damper housing (11) having a damping chamber containing a quantity of damping fluid;
a damper rod assembly including an elongated damper rod (14); and
a damper piston secured along said elongated damper rod (14), said damper rod assembly operatively engaged with the damper housing (11) for reciprocal displacement relative thereto with the damper piston disposed within said damping chamber and at least a portion of said elongated damper rod (14) projecting axially-outwardly from said damper housing (11);
the spring member (16) being provided on the damper housing (11) and elongated damper rod (14);
a bump stopper (18) and a base member (18a) disposed between the spring member (16) and the second portion (104) of the guard member (100).

17. The vehicle as claimed in claim 15, wherein the first portion (102) of the guard member (100) extends in a direction substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis (L-L) of the suspension assembly (10) and the second portion (104) of the guard member (100) extends in a direction substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis (L-L) of the suspension assembly (10).

18. The vehicle as claimed in claim 15, wherein the first member (20) of the suspension assembly (10) being a spring seat.

19. The vehicle as claimed in claim 15, wherein the one or more first engaging members (104b) of second portion (104) being protruding members and the one or more second engaging members (20a) of the first member (20) being slots or recesses.

20. The vehicle as claimed in claim 15, wherein the one or more first engaging members (104b) of the second portion (104) of the guard member (100) being slots or recesses and the one or more second engaging members (20a) of the first member (20) of the suspension assembly (10) being slots/recesses.

21. The vehicle as claimed in claim 15, wherein the first pre-defined shape of the first portion (102) being a curve shape, the degree of curvature of the first portion (102) being in a range of 180 degrees- 360 degrees.

22. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 15, wherein the second pre-defined shape of the second portion (104) corresponds to a profile of one of: a bump stopper (18) and a base of the bump stopper (18a) of the suspension assembly (10), the second portion (104) of the guard member (100) comprises an aperture (104a) defining an inner circumferential wall (104c) of the second portion (104).

23. The vehicle as claimed in claim 22, wherein the one or more first engaging members (104b) of the second portion (104) being cut into the inner circumferential wall (104c) of the second portion (104).

24. The vehicle as claimed in claim 15, wherein the first portion (102) of the guard member (100) extends between a first end (102a) and a second end (102b), the first end (102a) being proximate to a top eyelet (22) of the suspension assembly (10) and the second end (102b) being proximate to a bottom eyelet (24) of the suspension assembly (10).

25. The vehicle as claimed in claim 15, wherein the first end (102a) having a U-shaped shaped profile, the first end (102a) being inclined in a direction towards the bottom eyelet (24) of the suspension assembly (10).

26. The vehicle as claimed in claim 24, wherein the second end (102b) of the first portion (102) having a narrower profile that the first end (102a).

27. The vehicle as claimed in claim 15, wherein the guard member (100) comprises a third portion (106) the third portion (106) being an elongated portion extending from the second end (102b) of the first portion (102) in a direction towards the bottom eyelet (24) of the suspension assembly (10) to protect the bottom eyelet (24) of the suspension assembly (10).

28. The vehicle as claimed in claim 15, wherein the first portion (102) of the guard member (100) extends at least partially along an entire length (L1) of the suspension assembly (10).
29. The vehicle as claimed in claim 15, wherein the guard member (100) being integrated to one of: a swing arm and a wheel hugger of the vehicle.