Claims:WE CLAIM:
1. A component holder (100), comprising:
a first compartment (200) configured to hold a first component; and
a second compartment (300) configured to hold a second component, wherein the second compartment (300) is provided adjoining the first compartment (200) and the first compartment (200) is larger than the second compartment (300).

2. The component holder (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the second compartment (300) is provided adjoining a left side wall (202) of the first compartment (200).

3. The component holder (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the second compartment (300) is provided adjoining a right side wall (204) of the first compartment (200).

4. The component holder (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first compartment (200) comprises a holding member (214) extending from a top wall (206) of the first compartment to a bottom wall (208) of the first compartment (200), for securely holding the first component in the first compartment (200).

5. The component holder (100) as claimed in claim 4, wherein the holding member (214) comprises a first end (214A) and a second end (214B) configured to be locked on the first compartment (200) of the component holder (100).

6. The component holder (100) as claimed in claim 5, wherein the first end (214A) of the holding member (214) is configured to be locked on the top wall (206) of the first compartment (200) and the second end (214B) of the holding member (214) is configured to be locked on the bottom wall (208) of the first compartment (200).

7. The component holder (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the second compartment (300) comprises a plurality of restrictors (310) for securely holding the second component in the second compartment (300).

8. The component holder (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first compartment (200) and the second compartment (300) have a substantially rectangular-shaped cross-section.

9. The component holder (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first compartment (200) comprises a back panel (210) having a plurality of perforations (218) for allowing ventilation to the first component.

10. The component holder (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the second compartment (300) comprises a plurality of perforations (318) for allowing ventilation to the second component.

11. The component holder (100) as claimed in claim 1, comprising a plurality of mounting flanges (135) configured for mounting the component holder (100) on a frame structure.

12. The component holder (100) as claimed in claim 11, wherein the plurality of mounting flanges (135) comprises a first mounting flange (135A) extending from the top wall (206) of the first compartment (200); a second mounting flange (135B) extending from the second compartment (300); and a third mounting flange (135C) extending from the bottom wall (208) of the first compartment (200).

13. The component holder (100) as claimed in claim 1, comprising a bracket (110) extending outwardly from the first compartment (200), the bracket (110) configured to receive one or more hoses or one or more harness cables.

14. A saddle-type vehicle (10), comprising:
a frame structure (25) having a main pipe (40) extending rearwardly from a head pipe (22), at least one seat rail (50) extending rearwardly from the main pipe (40), and at least one rear down tube (60) extending between the at least one seat rail (50) and an engine rear mounting bracket (70); and
a component holder (100) having a first compartment (200) configured to hold a first component and a second compartment (300) configured to hold a second component, wherein the second compartment (300) is provided adjoining the first compartment (200) and the first compartment (200) is larger than the second compartment (300), the component holder (100) configured to be mounted on the frame structure (25) underneath a seat (18) in a space defined by a downward extension of the main pipe (40), the at least one seat rail (50), and the at least one rear down tube (60).

15. The saddle-type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 14, wherein the second compartment (300) is provided adjoining a left side wall (202) of the first compartment (200).

16. The saddle-type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 14, wherein the second compartment (300) is provided adjoining a right side wall (204) of the first compartment (200).

17. The saddle-type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 14, wherein the component holder (100) is disposed on a right side of the vehicle (10) in a rear-front direction.

18. The saddle-type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 14, wherein the first component comprises a battery.

19. The saddle-type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 18, wherein the first compartment (200) comprises a holding member (214) extending from a top wall (206) of the first compartment to the bottom wall (208) of the first compartment (200), thereby securely holding the battery in the first compartment (200).

20. The saddle-type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 18, wherein the first compartment (200) comprises a back panel (210) having a plurality of perforations (218) for allowing ventilation to the battery.

21. The saddle-type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 14, wherein the second component comprises a Fuel Injection Electronic Control Unit (ECU) and/or a Transistor Controlled Ignition Unit (TCI).

22. The saddle type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 21, wherein the second compartment (300) comprises a plurality of perforations (318) for allowing ventilation to the Fuel Injection Electronic Control Unit (ECU) and/or a Transistor Controlled Ignition Unit (TCI)

23. The saddle-type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 21, wherein the second compartment (300) comprises a plurality of restrictors (310) for securely holding the ECU and/or TCI in the second compartment (300).

24. The saddle-type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 14, wherein the component holder comprises a plurality of mounting flanges (135) configured for mounting the component holder (100) on the frame structure (25).

25. The saddle-type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 24, wherein the plurality of mounting flanges (135) comprise a first mounting flange (135A) extending from the top wall (206) of the first compartment (200) configured for mounting the component holder (100) to one of the seat rails (50); a second mounting flange (135B) extending from the second compartment (300) configured for mounting the component holder (100) to one of the seat rails (50); and a third mounting flange (135C) extending from the bottom wall (208) of the first compartment (200) configured for mounting the component holder (100) to one of the rear down tubes (60).

26. The saddle-type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 14, wherein the at least one rear down tube (60) comprises a left rear down tube (60A); and the at least one seat rail (50) comprises a left seat rail (50A).

27. The saddle-type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 14, wherein the component holder (100) comprises a bracket (110) extending outwardly from the first compartment (200), the bracket (110) configured to receive one or more breather hoses or one or more harness cables of the saddle-type vehicle (10).

28. The saddle-type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 14, wherein the component holder (100) comprises a space defined below the second compartment (300), the space configured for receiving an oil reservoir of the saddle type vehicle (10).

29. The saddle-type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 14, wherein the second compartment (300) has one or more mounting provisions for supporting the oil reservoir of the saddle type vehicle (10).
, Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[001] The present invention relates to a component holder.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[002] In conventional saddle-type vehicles, the battery for powering vehicle components is either located in the central plane of the vehicle or along the sides of the vehicle. Especially in cases where the battery is located on the sides of the vehicle, mounting of other electrical components becomes a constraint due to limited available packaging space. Such an arrangement also requires a higher number of mounting provisions, brackets and fasteners, which makes the assembly more arduous and time consuming. Separate packaging components for separate electrical components leads to an increase in total number of parts, and hence increases complexity in manufacturing and assembly.
[003] Also, in conventional saddle type vehicles, the battery is mounted on to the vehicle by means of a bracket that is welded on to the frame of vehicle, which increases manufacturing cost and complexity.
[004] Further, in conventional saddle type vehicles, the ECU is packaged separately from the battery. Such separate mounting of the ECU in addition to more components, also requires a larger space for packaging. Conventionally, the ECU has been packaged in the vehicle by means of a rubber holder. The rubber holder is not completely encased, and thus mud and water entry into the ECU, especially due to splashing from the rear wheel remains a commonly occurring problem. Further, due to the ECU being packaged in the rubber holder, the ECU remained susceptible to very high vibrations. Further, the ECU is mounted near the battery housing at an angle, which has been observed to give rise to a phase difference.
[005] Thus, there is a need in the art for a component holder which addresses at least the aforementioned problems.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[006] In one aspect, the present invention is directed towards a component holder having a first compartment configured to hold a first component, and a second compartment configured to hold a second component. Herein the second compartment is provided adjoining the first compartment and the first compartment is larger than the second compartment.
[007] In an embodiment of the invention, the second compartment is provided adjoining a left side wall of the first compartment. In an alternative embodiment, the second compartment is provided adjoining a right side wall of the first compartment.
[008] In a further embodiment of the invention, the first compartment has a holding member extending from a top wall of the first compartment to a bottom wall of the first compartment, for securely holding the first component in the first compartment. In an embodiment, the holding member has a first end and a second end configured to be locked on the first compartment of the component holder.
[009] In a further embodiment of the invention, the first end of the holding member is configured to be locked on the top wall of the first compartment and the second end of the holding member is configured to be locked on the bottom wall of the first compartment.
[010] In a further embodiment of the invention, the second compartment has a plurality of restrictors for securely holding the second component in the second compartment.
[011] In a further embodiment of the invention, the first compartment and the second compartment have a substantially rectangular-shaped cross-section.
[012] In a further embodiment of the invention, the first compartment has a back panel having a plurality of perforations for allowing ventilation to the first component. In an embodiment, the second compartment has a plurality of perforations for allowing ventilation to the second component.
[013] In another embodiment of the invention, the component holder has a plurality of mounting flanges configured for mounting the component holder on a frame structure. In an embodiment, the plurality of mounting flanges have a first mounting flange extending from the top wall of the first compartment, a second mounting flange extending from the second compartment, and a third mounting flange extending from the bottom wall of the first compartment.
[014] In another embodiment of the invention, the component holder has a bracket extending outwardly from the first compartment, the bracket configured to receive one or more hoses or one or more harness cables.
[015] In another aspect, the present invention is directed towards a saddle type vehicle. The saddle type vehicle has a frame structure having a main pipe extending rearwardly from a head pipe, at least one seat rail extending rearwardly from the main pipe, and at least one rear down tube extending between the at least one seat rail and an engine rear mounting bracket. The saddle type vehicle further has a component holder having a first compartment configured to hold a first component and a second compartment configured to hold a second component. Herein, the second compartment is provided adjoining the first compartment and the first compartment is larger than the second compartment. The component holder is configured to be mounted on the frame structure underneath a seat in a space defined by a downward extension of the main pipe, the at least one seat rail, and the at least one rear down tube.
[016] In an embodiment of the invention, the second compartment is provided adjoining a left side wall of the first compartment. In an alternative embodiment, the second compartment is provided adjoining a right side wall of the first compartment.
[017] In a further embodiment of the invention, the component holder is disposed on a right side of the vehicle in a rear-front direction.
[018] In a further embodiment of the invention, the first component has a battery. In an embodiment, the first compartment has a holding member extending from a top wall of the first compartment to the bottom wall of the first compartment, thereby securely holding the battery in the first compartment. In an embodiment, the first compartment has a back panel having a plurality of perforations for allowing ventilation to the battery.
[019] In a further embodiment of the invention, the second component has a Fuel Injection Electronic Control Unit (ECU) and/or a Transistor Controlled Ignition Unit (TCI). In an embodiment, the second compartment has a plurality of restrictors for securely holding the ECU and/or TCI in the second compartment. In an embodiment, the second compartment has a plurality of perforations for allowing ventilation to the ECU and/or TCI.
[020] In a further embodiment of the invention, the component holder has a plurality of mounting flanges configured for mounting the component holder on the frame structure. In an embodiment, the plurality of mounting flanges have a first mounting flange extending from the top wall of the first compartment configured for mounting the component holder to one of the seat rails, a second mounting flange extending from the second compartment configured for mounting the component holder to one of the seat rails, and a third mounting flange extending from the bottom wall of the first compartment configured for mounting the component holder to one of the rear down tubes.
[021] In a further embodiment of the invention, the at least one rear down tube has a left rear down tube, and the at least one seat rail has a left seat rail.
[022] In a further embodiment of the invention, the component holder has a bracket extending outwardly from the first compartment and the bracket is configured to receive one or more breather hoses or one or more harness cables of the saddle-type vehicle.
[023] In a further embodiment of the invention, the component holder has a space defined below the second compartment and the space is configured for receiving an oil reservoir of the saddle type vehicle. In an embodiment, the second compartment has one or more mounting provisions for supporting the oil reservoir of the saddle type vehicle.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[024] 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 a component holder, in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.
Figure 2A, 2B, 2C and 2D illustrate a top, left, front and right views of the component holder respectively, in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.
Figure 3 illustrates an exemplary saddle type vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.
Figure 4 illustrates a right side view the component holder mounted on a frame structure in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.
Figure 5 illustrates a perspective view of the component holder mounted on the frame structure in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.
Figure 6 illustrates an exploded view of the component holder mounted on the frame structure in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.
Figure 7A and 7B illustrate a front and rear perspective view of the holding member of the component holder respectively, in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[025] The present invention relates to a component holder for a powered device. The powered device may be a vehicle, more specifically, a saddle type vehicle, a household power supply, household backup power, etc. More particularly, the present invention relates to a component holder for a saddle type vehicle.
[026] Figure 1 illustrates a front perspective view of a component holder 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention. As illustrated, the component holder 100 has a first compartment 200 and a second compartment 300. The first compartment 200 is configured to receive and hold a first component and the second compartment 300 is configured to receive and hold a second component. In this regard, the first compartment 200 is configured according to shape and configuration of the first component. In an embodiment of the invention as also referenced in Figure 2C, the first compartment 200 has a rectangular-shaped cross section. The second compartment 300 is configured according to shape and configuration of the second component. In an embodiment of the invention, as also referenced in Figure 2C, the second compartment 300 has a rectangular shaped cross section. As shown in Figure 1, the first compartment 200 is defined by a bottom wall 208, a top wall 206, a left side wall 202, a right side wall 204 (also shown in Figure 2D) and a back panel 210. In an embodiment, the back panel 210 has a plurality of perforations 218 for allowing ventilation to the first component, thereby preventing overheating of the first component. In an embodiment, the second compartment 300 also has a plurality of perforations 318 for allowing ventilation to the second component. The perforations 218, 318 are provided such that they allow ventilation to the first component without compromising the structural strength of the component holder 100. As illustrated in Figure 1, and referenced in Figure 2C, the second compartment 300 is provided adjoining the first compartment 200. Further, as illustrated, the first compartment 200 is larger than the second compartment 300. This allows for accommodation of a larger first component in the first compartment 200 and a smaller second component in the second compartment 300.
[027] As illustrated in Figure 1 and further referenced in Figure 2A and Figure 2B, in an embodiment, the second compartment 300 is provided adjoining a left side wall 202 of the first compartment 200. In an alternative embodiment, the second compartment 300 is provided adjoining a right side wall 204 of the first compartment 200.
[028] In an embodiment of the invention, as referenced in Figure 6 and Figure 7, the first compartment 200 of the component holder 100 has a holding member 214 for securely holding the first component in the first compartment 200. In an embodiment of the invention, the holding member 214 is a metallic strap. The holding member 214 has a first end 214A and a second end 214B. The holding member 214 and extends from the top wall 206 of the first compartment to the bottom wall 208 of the first compartment 200, thereby securely holding the first component in the first compartment 200. The first end 214A of the holding member 214 is configured to be locked on the top wall 206 of the first compartment 200 and the second end 214B of the holding member 214 is configured to be locked on the bottom wall 208 of the first compartment 200. This allows for the holding member 214 to run across the face of the first component and thereby securely holding the first component in the first compartment 200. The holding member 214 securely holds the first component in place, even in case of high vibrations.
[029] In an embodiment of the present invention, the second compartment 300 further a plurality of restrictors 310 for securely holding the second component in the second compartment 300. The plurality of restrictors snap fit on to the second component, thereby securely holding the second component in the second compartment 300, even in case of high vibrations.
[030] In an embodiment, the component holder 100 has a bracket 110 extending outwardly from the first compartment 200. The bracket 110 is configured to receive one or more hoses or one or more harness cables. In an embodiment, the bracket 110 extends outwardly from a right side wall 204 of the first compartment 200, and has through holes and provisions to allow passing of hoses or cables as required.
[031] As further illustrated in Figure 1, the component holder 100 comprises a plurality of mounting flanges 135 that are configured for mounting the component holder 100 on a frame structure. In that, the plurality of mounting flanges 135 comprise a first mounting flange 135A extending from the top wall 206 of the first compartment 200, a second mounting flange 135B extending from the second compartment 300; and a third mounting flange 135C extending from the bottom wall 208 of the first compartment 200.
[032] The component holder 100 may be mounted on a frame structure of the powered device (battery backup, vehicle etc.) which has mounting provisions to allow mounting of the component holder 100. One such embodiment of mounting of the component holder 100 on a frame structure of a vehicle 10 is shown in Figures 3-7.
[033] Figure 3 illustrates an exemplary saddle type vehicle 10, in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. The saddle type vehicle 10 comprises an IC engine 12 that is vertically disposed. Preferably, the IC engine 12 is a single-cylinder type IC engine. The saddle type vehicle 10 further comprises a front wheel 14, a rear wheel 16, a frame structure 25 (shown in Figure 4), a seat 18, and a fuel tank 20. The frame structure 25 includes a head pipe 22, a main pipe 40, at least one rear down tubes 60 (shown in Figure 4), and at least one seat rails 50 (shown in Figure 4). The head pipe 22 supports a steering shaft (not shown) and two telescopic front suspensions 26 (only one shown) attached to the steering shaft through a lower bracket (not shown). The two telescopic front suspensions 26 support the front wheel 14. The upper portion of the front wheel 14 is covered by a front fender 28 mounted to the lower portion of the telescopic front suspension 26 at the end of the steering shaft. A handlebar 30 is fixed to upper bracket (not shown) and can rotate to both sides. A head light 32, a visor guard (not shown,) and instrument cluster (not shown) are arranged on an upper portion of the head pipe 22. The frame structure 25 comprises a front down tube 44 (shown in Figure 4) that may be located in front of the IC engine 12 and extends slantingly downward from the head pipe 22. The main pipe 40 of the frame structure 25 is located above the IC engine 12 and extends rearward from the head pipe 22. The IC engine 12 is mounted at the front to the front down tube 44 and at the rear of the IC engine 12 is mounted to a rear engine mounting bracket 70. In an embodiment, the IC engine 12 is mounted vertically, with a cylinder block extending vertically above a crankcase. In an alternative embodiment, the IC engine 12 is mounted horizontally (not shown) with the cylinder block extending horizontally forwardly from the crankcase. In an embodiment, the cylinder block is disposed rearwardly of the front down tube 44.
[034] The fuel tank 20 is mounted on the horizontal portion of the main pipe 40. Seat rails 50 are joined to main pipe 40 and extend rearward to support a seat 18. A rear swing arm 34 is connected to the frame structure 25 to swing vertically, and a rear wheel 16 is connected to rear end of the rear swing arm 34. Generally, the rear swing arm 34 is supported by a mono rear suspension 36 (as illustrated in the present embodiment) or through two suspensions on either side of the saddle type vehicle 10. A taillight unit 33 is disposed at the end of the saddle type vehicle 10 and at the rear of the seat 18. A grab rail 37 is also provided on the rear of the seat rails 50. The rear wheel 16 arranged below the seat 18 rotates by the driving force of the IC engine 12 transmitted through a drive system (not shown) from the IC engine 12. A rear fender 38 is disposed above the rear wheel 16.
[035] Further, an exhaust pipe 56 of the vehicle 10 extends vertically downward from the IC engine 12 up to a point and then extends below the IC engine 12, longitudinally along the vehicle length before terminating in a muffler 42. The muffler 42 is typically disposed adjoining the rear wheel 16.
[036] Figure 4 illustrates the right side view of the component holder 100 mounted on the frame structure 25 of the saddle type vehicle 10 in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. As illustrated in Figure 4, the component holder 100 is configured to be mounted on the frame structure 25 underneath the seat 18, in a space defined by a downward extension of the main pipe 40, the at least one seat rail 50, and the at least one rear down tube 60.
[037] In this embodiment, the first component is a battery. Accordingly, as described hereinbefore, the first compartment 200 is configured to receive and house or hold the battery. In an embodiment of the invention, the first compartment 200 is configured to house more than one battery. As further referenced in Figure 6, the first compartment 200 has the holding member 214 for securely holding the battery in the first compartment 200. Further, the first compartment 200 has plurality of perforations 218 to provide ventilation to the battery.
[038] In an embodiment of the invention, the second component is a Fuel Injection Electronic Control Unit (ECU) and/or a Transistor Controlled Ignition Unit (TCI). The second compartment 300 is configured such that the cross section of the second compartment 300 matches with the contour of the ECU and/or TCI, thus allowing the second compartment 300 to accommodate the ECU and/or TCI. In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, the section of the second compartment 300 is a rectangular cross section to match with the rectangular outline of the ECU and/or TCI. In this embodiment, the second compartment 300 further has plurality of restrictors 310 for securely holding the ECU and/or TCI in the second compartment 300.
[039] Figure 5 and Figure 6 further illustrate the component holder 100 mounted on the frame structure 25 of the vehicle 10 in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. As illustrated in Figure 6, the component holder 100 is configured to be mounted on the frame structure 25 underneath the seat 18. The component holder 100 is mounted in a space adjacent to the main pipe 40, more particularly a downward arcuate extension of the main pipe 40. As illustrated in Figure 6, the space for mounting the component holder 100 is defined by the seat rails 50, and the rear down tubes 60 provided extending from the seat rails 50 to the rear engine mounting bracket 70. In an embodiment of the invention, the component holder 100 is disposed on the right side of the vehicle 10, when seen in a rear front direction extending from the rear of the vehicle to the front of the vehicle. In that, the component holder 100 is mounted in a space adjacent to the main pipe 40 and defined by a left seat rail 50A and a left rear down tube 60A.
[040] As explained before, the component holder 100 has a plurality of outwardly protruding mounting flanges 135 for mounting the component holder 100 on the frame structure 25.
[041] To facilitate the mounting of the component holder 100 on the frame structure 25 of the saddle-type vehicle 10 as shown in Figure 5 and Figure 6, and referenced in Figure 1, the component holder 100 has the plurality of outwardly protruding mounting flanges 135 configured for mounting the component holder 100 on the frame structure 25 of the vehicle 10. The mounting flanges 135 has through holes such that when the mounting flanges 135 are placed in their desired position on the main pipe 40, the seat rail 50, and the rear down tube 60 respectively, the through holes allow for a fastener to pass through, on to the flanges on the frame structure 25 to be fastened into position thereby allowing for the component holder 100 to be mounted on the frame structure 25. As illustrated in Figure 6, the plurality of mounting flanges 135 comprise the first mounting flange 135A that extends from the top wall 206 of the first compartment 200 and is configured for mounting the component holder 100 to one of the seat rails 50, the second mounting flange 135B that extends from the second compartment 300 and is configured for mounting the component holder 100 to one of the seat rails 50, and a third mounting flange 135C that extends from the bottom wall 208 of the first compartment 200 and is configured for mounting the component holder 100 to one of the rear down tubes 60. As illustrated in Figure 6, in an embodiment the first mounting flange 135A is configured for mounting the component holder 100 to the left seat rail 50A, the second mounting flange 135B is configured for mounting the component holder 100 to the left seat rail 50A, and the third mounting flange 135C is configured for mounting the component holder 100 to the left rear down tube 60A.
[042] Reference is made to Figure 1, wherein as illustrated the component holder 100 comprises the bracket 110 extending outwardly from the first compartment 200 and in this embodiment, the bracket 110 is configured to receive one or more breather hoses or one or more harness cables of the saddle-type vehicle 10.
[043] Further, in an embodiment, the component holder 100 has a space defined below the second compartment 300. The space is configured for receiving an oil reservoir of the saddle type vehicle 10. Herein the second compartment 300 has one or more mounting provisions for supporting the oil reservoir of the saddle type vehicle 10.
[044] Advantageously, the present invention provides a component holder which allows for the ECU and/or TCI to be placed in the vicinity of the battery. Further, the component holder of the present invention, being a singular component holder, not only reduces the vibrations, but also reduces the cost and man hours required in their production, assembly, servicing, and maintenance of the component holder and the components within or on it. The mounting of the ECU and/or TCI is the same component holder as a heavy element as battery further reduces the effect of vibrations on the ECU and/or the TCI.
[045] The provision of perforations for ventilation in the first compartment improves the ventilation for the battery and the ECU aiding natural convention. Furthermore, entry of mud, gravel, rainwater, dust into the battery and the ECU is prevented due to its location, the shape of the component holder. The mounting of the component holder on one side of the frame structure closer to the engine provides space for mounting other components of the other side of the frame structure in the vehicle.
[046] The location and the mounting of the component holder on the frame structure in the vehicle balances the centre of gravity of the vehicle in its lateral direction. The mounting of the ECU and/or TCI as per the present invention, also negates the phase difference as observed in conventional saddle type vehicles.
[047] 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.