Description:FORM 2

THE PATENTS ACT, 1970
(39 of 1970)
&
The Patents Rules, 2003

COMPLETE SPECIFICATION
(See Section 10 and Rule 13)

A STEERING ASSEMBLY FOR A VEHICLE

APPLICANT:

TVS MOTOR COMPANY LIMITED, an Indian Company at: “Chaitanya”, No.12 Khader Nawaz Khan Road, Nungambakkam, Chennai 600 006.

The following specification particularly describes the invention and the manner in which it is to be performed.

 
TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The present subject matter relates generally to a steering assembly. More particularly but not exclusively, the present subject matter relates to an adjustable steering assembly for a vehicle.

BACKGROUND
[0002] The attributes commonly associated with the geometry of the front end of a vehicle, for example, saddle type vehicle, are the trail, the length of the fork, and the steering axis angle or castor angle. The trail is defined as the distance between the point of contact of the steered wheel of the vehicle with the ground and the point of intersection of the steering axis with the ground. The caster angle or castor angle is the angular displacement of the steering axis from the vertical axis of a steered wheel in a vehicle. The above-mentioned geometric parameters have a fundamental role in defining the stability and handling of a motor vehicle.
[0003] Further, the vehicles are provided with these geometric parameters based on the type of application they cater to. These geometric parameters are often fixed based on utility of the vehicle like commuting, touring, race and sometimes even off-road ride by the user. Depending upon the same, each vehicle has got a unique character. For example, standard vehicles are having more maneuverability as they are more suitable for city ride compared to touring and cruiser type vehicle which have better stability for highway usage. Similarly, off-road and sports vehicle may have different maneuverability and stability requirements. The riding dynamic i.e., the ride and the handling character is different for above mentioned type of vehicles. In any case, the values of these geometric parameters are determined on the basis of compromise considerations between the need for high stability (stable to outside disturbances) and maneuverability (easy to turn with lesser effort in short time). Once determined, these parameters are generally not adjustable and thus, a vehicle designed for higher stability may not offer as good maneuverability as a vehicle designed for city ride and vice versa.
[0004] Certain conventional attempts have proposed solutions for adjustment in these geometrical parameters to provide for dual purpose vehicles. For example, by providing the steering shaft with an inclination adjustable by means of an eccentric member, a variation is obtained but by means of a complicated and expensive control system. Further, use of adjustable offset triple clamps, adjustable fork bottoms with adjustable axle carriers and adjustable eccentrics involve additional manufacturing costs and assembly to make adjustments to the front wheel location. They also utilize a multi-piece design that is more difficult to manufacture and service. Furthermore, the conventional prior arts have attempted to provide both the sharp turning capability and high-speed stability using techniques, for example lowering ride height. However, lowering ride height puts the frame, engine cases and other parts of the vehicle into closer proximity to the terrain, often to the extent that cornering ability is actually reduced.
[0005] The above suggestive measures also involve numerous mechanical parts and pieces which affect the business establishments owing to scarcity or unavailability for such minute and unique parts of the vehicle. It has also been seen that the that time taken to adjust the steering offset is high as it requires more time to loosen the mechanical parts and pieces like the mechanical fasteners. It is further difficult to adjust the steering offset in vehicle running condition. Even if the eccentric insert being rotated, it further restricts the ride height of the vehicle.
[0006] Therefore, there comes a need for adjustable mechanism that allows for variation in multiple ride and handling characteristics in a vehicle. There is also a requirement to provide for easy and efficient adjustment of the steering offset by changing the dynamic parameters relative to the positions of the steering assembly and the wheel of the vehicle in order to customize and enhance the steering performance.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0007] The invention therefore pertains to providing the adjustable mechanism for steering offset and ride height in a vehicle which allows for adjustment of the mechanical trail, wheelbase, vehicle ride-height in vehicle’s static as well as the running condition. This will also ensure the vehicle’s safety and drive pleasant by offering sufficient stability and time adequate handling at the same time.
[0008] The details are described with reference to an embodiment of a steering assembly along with the accompanying figures. The same numbers are used throughout the drawings to reference similar features and components.
[0009] Figure 1 illustrates a side view of a front portion of the vehicle in one embodiment of the invention.
[00010] Figure 2 illustrates a side perspective view of a steering assembly of the vehicle in one embodiment of the invention.
[00011] Figure 3 illustrates another side perspective view of the steering assembly of the vehicle in an embodiment of the invention.
[00012] Figure 4a and 4b illustrate a front view and a side view respectively of the steering assembly of the vehicle in an embodiment of the invention.
[00013] Figure 5a and 5b illustrate a top view of a pair of brackets having an upper and a lower bracket respectively of the steering assembly of the vehicle in another embodiment of the invention.
[00014] Figure 6 illustrates an exploded view of the steering assembly of the vehicle in another embodiment of the invention.
[00015] Figure 7 illustrates a top view of steering assembly of the vehicle having one of the brackets showing a plane AA passing vertically through said steering assembly.
[00016] Figure 8 illustrates the cross-sectional view of the steering assembly of the vehicle cut across plane AA in an embodiment of the invention.
[00017] Figure 9a and 9b illustrate the side views of the steering assembly showing the original and changed ride height respectively and modified trail of the vehicle in another embodiment of the invention.
[00018] Figure 10 and 10b illustrate the side views of the steering assembly showing the original and changed steering offset respectively of the vehicle in an embodiment of the invention.
[00019] Figure 11 illustrates a side perspective view of a first member of the steering assembly of the vehicle in an embodiment of the invention.
[00020] Figure 12a illustrates a top view of the first member showing vertical plane TT in another embodiment of the invention. Figure 12b illustrates a side cut-sectional view of the first member cut across the plane TT in another embodiment of the invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[00021] In order to achieve one or more of the above-mentioned objectives and other related objectives, the present invention provides a steering assembly for a vehicle.
[00022] As per one embodiment of the invention, a steering assembly for a vehicle comprises at least one fork assembly; at least one steering shaft; at least a pair of brackets that are connected to the steering shaft. The pair of brackets are configured to have at least one opening. The opening of the brackets is configured to removably accommodate at least one first member that is inserted into the opening of the bracket. The first member has a predetermined shape. The first member is configured to receive the fork assembly. It is to be noted that the use of “at least” does not convey any limit to the use of the members in the steering assembly. For e.g., the steering assembly can have multiple steering shafts, openings, brackets, first members being inserted and even multiple fork assemblies depending upon the manufacturing requirements.
[00023] As per another embodiment of the invention, in the steering assembly, the pair of brackets includes an upper bracket and a lower bracket. The upper bracket includes at least one upper opening. The lower bracket includes at least one lower opening. The upper opening is coaxial to the lower opening.
[00024] As per another embodiment of the invention, in the steering assembly, the fork assembly includes at least one upper fork member and at least one lower fork member. The lower fork member is being configured to be connected to a front wheel assembly of the vehicle through a telescopic suspension.
[00025] As per another embodiment of the invention, in the steering assembly, the first member includes an upper first member which is accommodated in the upper opening of the upper bracket. The first member also includes a lower first member which is accommodated in the lower opening of the lower bracket. The upper fork member is connected to the upper first member and lower first member at one end and the other end respectively. The lower fork member is accommodated below the lower bracket and between the lower first member and the front wheel assembly.
[00026] As per another embodiment of the invention, in the steering assembly, the upper first member and the lower first member have a threaded outer surface. The upper opening and the lower opening of the upper and lower brackets respectively have corresponding mating threads in their inner surface. The upper first member and the lower first member are being configured to be selectively rotated in a predetermined direction in the upper opening and the lower opening to change a predetermined vehicle riding characteristic.
[00027] As per another embodiment of the invention, in the steering assembly, a portion of the first member protrudes outside one of an upper surface of upper bracket and a lower surface of the upper bracket in a direction parallel to the steering shaft to establish the predetermined vehicle riding characteristic. The portion is in the range of 10 millimetres to 30 millimetres. There is no limit to the range allotted to the portion as the same can be accordingly customised based on the manufacturing and the vehicle requirements.
[00028] As per another embodiment of the invention, in the steering assembly, the portion of the first member is protruded outside one of an upper surface of the lower bracket and a lower surface of the lower bracket in a direction parallel to the steering shaft to establish the predetermined vehicle riding characteristic. In another aspect of the inventio, the portion of the first member is in the range of 10 millimetres to 30 millimetres. There is no limit to the range allotted to the portion as the same can be accordingly customised based on the manufacturing and the vehicle requirements. Also, the predetermined vehicle riding characteristic includes a ride height of the vehicle.
[00029] As per another embodiment of the invention, in the steering assembly, the first member is configured to change a predetermined parameter of the vehicle upon a predetermined rotation of the first member.
[00030] As per another embodiment of the invention, in the steering assembly, the predetermined parameter is a steering offset of the vehicle.
[00031] As per another embodiment of the invention, in the steering assembly, the first member is configured to have one or more eccentric openings to receive a portion of the fork assembly.
[00032] As per another embodiment of the invention, in the steering assembly, the first member is being configured to have a circular cross section.
[00033] As per another embodiment of the invention, in the steering assembly, the upper first member and the lower first member can be actuated mechanically by using conventional tools using said threaded outer surface of said first member. In another aspect of the invention, the upper first member can be actuated electromechanically.
[00034] As per another embodiment of the invention, in the steering assembly, a top surface of the upper first member is being configured to include a nut shaped portion. In another aspect the upper first member is attached to said nut shaped portion.
[00035] As per another embodiment of the invention, in the steering assembly, the steering offset ranges from 10 millimetres to 40 millimetres. There is no limit to the range allotted to the steering offset as the same can be accordingly customised based on the manufacturing and the vehicle requirements.
[00036] In yet another embodiment of the invention, a vehicle comprises a handlebar assembly; a front wheel assembly; a frame assembly that comprises a head pipe in a front portion of the vehicle and a steering assembly. The steering assembly of the vehicle includes a fork assembly; a steering shaft; a pair of brackets. The pair of brackets are configured to removably accommodate the steering shaft. The pair of brackets are being configured to have an opening which is configured to removably accommodate a first member. The first member includes eccentric openings. The eccentric opening is configured to removably receive the fork assembly.
[00037] Thus, by rotating the eccentric first member it is possible to change the steering offset of the vehicle. Further, it is even possible to change the ride height of the vehicle by rotating the first member for multiple times in a predetermined direction as per the threading profile of the outer surface of the first member and the inner surface of the bracket openings. This gives the user of the vehicle multiple various ride characters while also ensuring the lesser time for tuning the geometry layout during developing, manufacturing and assembling of the vehicle.
[00038] The embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to an embodiment in a steering assembly along with the accompanying drawings. However, the disclosed invention is not limited to the present embodiments.
[00039] The embodiment shown in Figure 1 illustrates a side view of a vehicle 100 having a front wheel assembly 200, a handlebar assembly 300, a frame assembly 400 having a head-pipe 400h and a steering assembly 500. The said assemblies are of standard configuration except for the steering assembly 500 that achieves the objective of adjusting the mechanical trail, wheelbase, ride height and other geometric parameters in the static as well as the running condition of the vehicle 100. This provides a safe and pleasant drive of the vehicle 100 by offering sufficient stability and maneuverability of the vehicle 100 in varying driving situations. It is further to be noted that the steering assembly 500 can be used with other assemblies and is not necessarily confined to usage with the conventional standard parts, assemblies of the vehicles.
[00040] The embodiments shown in Figures 2, 3, 4a and 4b show the steering assembly 500 of the vehicle (shown in Fig. 1). The Figures 2, 3, 4a and 4b have been taken together for discussion. The steering assembly 500 includes a steering shaft 500s, two fork assemblies 600 and a pair of brackets 700, 800 having a steering shaft opening 500op. The steering shaft opening 500op is configured to receive the handlebar assembly 300 (shown in Fig. 1) and the steering shaft 500s between the pair of brackets 700, 800. The steering shaft 500s (also known as steering head) can be connected on the pair of brackets 700, 800 by other ways that include usage of mounting means, tunneling by simple penetration and attachment means. The steering assembly 500 also includes a first member 501 being configured to receive the fork assemblies 600 at the pair of brackets 700, 800. The first member 501 is configured to have a top surface 501T that is configured to have a nut shaped portion for tightly securing the first member 501 to the pair of brackets 700, 800. However, the top surface 501T of the first member 501 is not limited to usage of nut portion as the first member 501 can be connected to the pair of brackets by other means of fastening and mounting. The first member 501 has a threaded outer surface 501os that allows the first member 501 to correspondingly mate with the openings 700op, 800op (shown in Fig. 5a and 5b) of pair of brackets upon rotation.
[00041] The embodiments shown in Figures 5a and 5b illustrate the top view of the pair of brackets 700, 800. The pair of brackets 700, 800 includes an upper bracket 700 and a lower bracket 800. The upper bracket 700 includes an upper opening and the lower bracket 800 includes a lower opening 800op that are configured to removably accommodate the first member 501. The upper opening 700op and the lower opening 800 are being coaxial such that the upper bracket 700 and the lower bracket 800 can be aligned to receive the for assembly. 501. The upper bracket 700 also has an upper surface 700t and a lower surface 700b (shown in Fig. 8). Similarly, the lower bracket 800 also has an upper surface 800t and a lower surface 800b (shown in Fig. 8). Both the upper bracket 700 and the lower bracket 800 have the steering shaft opening 500op which is configured to receive the steering shaft 500os (shown in Fig. 2) of the steering assembly 500 (shown in Fig. 2). However, the steering shaft opening 500op of the upper bracket 700 also receives the handlebar assembly 300 from the upper surface 700t of the upper bracket 700.
[00042] The embodiment shown in Figure 6 illustrates a side exploded view of the steering assembly 500. The first member 501 of the steering assembly 500 includes an upper first member 501um and a lower first member 501bm being accommodated in the upper opening 700op and the lower opening 800op respectively of the pair of brackets 700, 800. The upper first member 501um is mounted on the upper bracket 700 with the help of the top surface 501T which is configured to have a nut shaped portion. The fork assembly 600 includes an upper fork member 600U and a lower fork member 600L which are configured to be connected to the front wheel assembly (shown in Fig. 1) through a telescopic suspension. The upper fork member 600U is connected to the upper first member 501um and the lower first member 501bm at one end and the other end respectively. The outer surface 501os of the upper first member 501um and the lower first member 501bm are have a threaded profile. Similarly, an inner surface 900 of the of the upper opening 700op and the lower opening 800op have corresponding threads that mates with the threaded profile of the upper first member 501um and the lower first member 501gm upon selective rotation of the upper first member 501um and the lower first member 501gm in a predetermined direction. The said rotation in the said upper and lower openings 700op, 800op causes the change in the vehicle riding characteristics. The upper first member 501um and the lower first member 501bm can be actuated mechanically by using conventional tools. The upper first member 501um and the lower first member 501bm can also be actuated electro-mechanically using motors, actuators or hydraulics.
[00043] The embodiment shown in Figure 7 illustrates a top view of the steering assembly 500 having upper bracket 700 along with vertical plane ‘AA’. The upper first member 501um is mounted on the upper bracket 700 with the help of nut portion 501T. The upper first member have the outer surface 501os having which has the threaded profile.
[00044] Figure 8 illustrates the cross-sectional view of the steering assembly rotating member 200 that is cut along the axis AA. The cross-sectional view of the steering assembly 500 shows the first member 501 being connected to the upper bracket 700 with the help of top surface 501T. The upper bracket 700 and the lower bracket 800 have upper surfaces 700a b and 800b respectively. The steering shaft 500s is offset to the fork assembly 600. In one aspect of the invention, the steering offset ranges from 10 millimetres to 40 millimetres. There is no limit to the range allotted to the steering offset as the same can be accordingly customised based on the manufacturing and the vehicle requirements.
[00045] The embodiments shown in Figure 9a and 9b illustrate the side views of the steering assembly 500 showing the original and changed predetermined vehicle riding characteristics wherein the predetermined vehicle riding characteristics include a ride height 100H of the vehicle 100 (shown in Fig. 1). The upper first member 501um and the lower first member 501bm are selectively rotated in the predetermined direction with in the upper opening 700op and the lower opening 800op respectively to change the ride height 100H of the vehicle 100. In this embodiment, a portion of the upper first member 501um protrudes outside one of an upper surface 700t of upper bracket 700 in a direction parallel to the steering shaft 500s to establish the predetermined vehicle riding characteristic. Similar protrusion can also be provided on a lower surface 700b of the upper bracket 700. In another aspect of this embodiment, a portion of the lower first member 501bm is protruded outside one of an upper surface 800t of the lower bracket 800 in a direction parallel to the steering shaft 500s to establish the predetermined vehicle riding characteristic. Similar protrusion can also be provided on a lower surface 800b of the upper bracket 800. In another aspect of the invention, the protruding portions are in the range of 10 millimetres to 30 millimetres. In one embodiment, there is no limit to the range allotted to the portion as the same can be accordingly customised based on the manufacturing and the vehicle requirements.
[00046] The embodiment shown in Figure 10 and 10b illustrate the side views of the steering assembly 500 showing the original and changed predetermined parameter of the vehicle (shown in Fig. 1) wherein the predetermined parameter includes a steering offset 100Sof the vehicle 100. The pair of brackets 700, 800 have the openings 700op, 800op. Also, the upper first member 501um and the lower first member 501bm have eccentric openings 501ec (shown in Fig. 11) which are configured to removably receive the fork assembly 600 leading to change in the steering offset 100Sof of the vehicle 100.
[00047] Figure 11 illustrates a side perspective view of the first member 501 of the steering assembly of the vehicle 100 (shown in Fig. 1). The first member 501 of the steering assembly 500 can be either the upper first member 501um or the lower first member 501bm. The first member 501 have the eccentric openings 501ec which are responsible for changing the steering offset 100Sof (shown in Fig. 10a and 10b) of the vehicle 100.
[00048] Figure 12a illustrates a top view of the first member 501 along with axis TT in one embodiment of the invention. Figure 12b illustrates a side cut-sectional view of the first member 501 cut across the axis TT in another embodiment of the invention. The first member 501 has the outer surface 501os which correspondingly mates with the inner surface 900 (shown in Fig. 6) of the upper openings 700op and the lower opening 800op of the pair of brackets 700, 800 (shown in Fig. 6). The first member 501 is rotated in the predetermined direction in the bracket openings 700op, 800op along to change the ride height 100H (shown in Fig. 9a and 9b) of the vehicle 100.
[00049] In view of the above embodiments, the improved steering assembly and the vehicle allow for modification of the riding characteristics such as riding height, steering offset and trail for a user. This allows significant flexibility to the user who may use the vehicle with variable maneuverability and stability depending on usage and driving situations. This novel and inventive solution is simple in construction and does not alter the architecture of the known vehicle and steering assemblies. The proposed invention and its embodiments also do not prohibitively increase the number of parts. This not only saves the costs in manufacturing time but also makes it easier to change riding characteristics of the vehicle in a simple manner in stationary as well as running condition of the vehicle. The inventive concept can be easily augmented with electro-mechanical means such as actuators or hydraulics to improve ease of modification of riding characteristics. The benefits of the invention can also be easily applied to existing vehicular architecture without requiring substantial changes to the assembly lines and manufacturing tools and implements.
[00050] The embodiments of this invention are not limited to the particularly described steering assemblies and/or vehicles as the embodiments can vary and will be understood by skilled artisans to be implementing the single inventive concept. It is further to be understood that all terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only, and is not intended to be limiting in any manner or scope. For example, as used in this specification and the appended claims, the singular forms “a,” “an” and ““they”” can include plural referents unless the content clearly indicates otherwise. Further, when introducing elements/components/etc. of the assembly/system described and/or illustrated herein, the articles “a”, “an”, “the”, and “said” are intended to mean that there is one or more of the elements(s)/component(s)/etc. The terms “comprising”, “including”, and “having” are intended to be inclusive and mean that there may be additional element(s)/component(s)/etc. other than the listed element(s)/component(s)/etc.
[00051] This written description uses examples to provide details on the disclosure, including the best mode, and also to enable any person skilled in the art to practice the disclosure, including making and using any devices or systems and performing any incorporated methods. The patentable scope of the disclosure is defined by the claims, and may include other examples that occur to those skilled in the art. Such other examples are intended to be within the scope of the claims if they have structural elements that do not differ from the literal language of the claims, or if they include equivalent structural elements with insubstantial differences from the literal language of the claims.
[00052] It is to be understood that the aspects of the embodiments are not necessarily limited to the features described herein. Many modifications and variations of the present subject matter are possible in the light of above disclosure.

 
List of Reference numerals:
100 Vehicle
200 Front wheel assembly
300 Handlebar assembly
400 Frame assembly
400h Head pipe
500 Steering assembly
500s Steering shaft
500op Steering Shaft opening
501 First member
501um Upper First member
501T Top surface of First member
501bm Lower First member
501ec Eccentric openings
501op First member openings
501os Outer surface of First member
600 Fork assembly
600U Upper fork member
600L Lower fork member
700, 800 A pair of brackets
700 Upper bracket
700op Upper opening
700t Upper surface of upper bracket
700b Lower surface of upper bracket
800 Lower bracket
800op Lower opening
800t Upper surface of lower bracket
800b Lower surface of lower bracket
900 Inner surface of bracket openings
100H Vehicle ride height
100Sof Steering offset
, Claims:We Claim:
1. A steering assembly (500) for a vehicle (100), said steering assembly (500) comprising;
at least one fork assembly (600);
at least one steering shaft (500s);
at least a pair of brackets (700, 800), said at least a pair of brackets (700, 800) being connected to said steering shaft (500s),
wherein said pair of brackets (700, 800) being configured to have at least one opening (700op, 800op) and said at least one opening (700op, 800op) being configured to removably accommodate at least one first member (501), said at least one first member (501) being configured to have predetermined shape, and
said at least first member (501) being configured to receive said at least one fork assembly (600).
2. The steering assembly (500) as claimed in claim 1 wherein said at least a pair of brackets (700, 800) includes an upper bracket (700) and a lower bracket (800), said upper bracket (700) including at least one upper opening (700op) and said lower bracket (800) including at least one lower opening (800op) and wherein said upper opening (700op) being coaxial to said lower opening (800op).
3. The steering assembly (500) as claimed in claim 2 wherein said at least one fork assembly (600) includes at least one upper fork member (600U) and at least one lower fork member (600L), and said at least one lower fork member (600L) being configured to be connected to a front wheel assembly (200) of said vehicle (100) through a telescopic suspension.
4. The steering assembly (500) as claimed in claim 3, wherein said at least one first member (501) includes
at least one upper first member (501um), said upper first member (501um) being accommodated in said upper opening (700op); and
at least one lower first member (501bm), said lower first member (501bm) being accommodated in said lower opening (800op); and wherein
said upper fork member (600U) being connected to said upper first member (501um) at one end and said lower first member (501bm) on the other end; and
said lower fork member (600L) being accommodated below said lower bracket (800) and between said lower first member (501bm) and said wheel assembly (200).
5. The steering assembly (500) as claimed in claim 4, wherein said upper first member (501um) and said lower first member (501bm) have a threaded outer surface (501os) and said upper opening (700op) and said lower opening (800op) have corresponding mating threads in an inner surface (900) of said upper opening (700op) and said inner opening (800op) and wherein said upper first member (501um) and said lower first member (501bm) being configured to be selectively rotated in a predetermined direction in said upper opening (700op) and said lower opening (800op) respectively to change a predetermined vehicle riding characteristic.
6. The steering assembly (500) as claimed in claim 5, wherein a portion of said first member (501) being protruded outside one of an upper surface (700t) of said upper bracket (700) and a lower surface (700b) of said upper bracket (700) in a direction parallel to said steering shaft (500s) to establish said predetermined vehicle riding characteristic, said portion being in the range of 10 millimeters to 30 millimeters.
7. The steering assembly (500) as claimed in claim 5, wherein said portion of said first member (501) being protruded outside one of an upper surface (800t) of said lower bracket (800) and a lower surface (800b) of said lower bracket (800) in a direction parallel to said steering shaft (500s) to establish said predetermined vehicle riding characteristic, said portion being in the range of 10 millimeters to 30 millimeters and said predetermined vehicle riding characteristic includes a ride height (100H) of said vehicle (100).
8. The steering assembly (500) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said first member (501) being configured to change a predetermined parameter of said vehicle upon a predetermined rotation of said first member (501).
9. The steering assembly (500) as claimed in claim 8, wherein said predetermined parameter is a steering offset (100Sof) of said vehicle (100).
10. The steering assembly (500) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said first member (501) being configured to have one or more eccentric openings (501ec), said eccentric openings (501ec) being configured to receive a portion of said fork assembly (600).
11. The steering assembly (500) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said first member (501) being configured to have a circular cross section.
12. The steering assembly (500) as claimed in claim 5, wherein said upper first member (501um) and said lower first member (501bm) being configured to be actuated using said threaded outer surface (501os) electro-mechanically or mechanically.
13. The steering assembly (500) as claimed in claim 4, wherein a top surface (501T) of said upper first member (501um) being configured to include a nut shaped portion.
14. The steering assembly (500) as claimed in claim 9, wherein said steering offset ranges from 10 millimeters to 40 millimeters.
15. A vehicle (100) comprising:
a handlebar assembly (300),
a front wheel assembly (200),
a frame assembly (400), said frame assembly (400) comprising a head pipe (400h) in a front portion (F);
a steering assembly (500), said steering assembly (500) including,
at least one fork assembly (600);
at least one steering shaft (500s);
at least a pair of brackets (700, 800), said at least a pair of brackets (700, 800) being configured to removably accommodate said steering shaft (500s); and
said at least a pair of brackets (700, 800) being configured to have at least one opening (700op, 800op), said at least one opening (700op, 800op) being configured to removably accommodate at least one first member (501), said at least one first member (501) including at least one eccentric opening (501ec) and
said at least one eccentric opening (501ec) being configured to removably receive said fork assembly (600).

Dated this the 13th day of February 2023

(Digitally Signed)
Sudarshan Singh Shekhawat
IN/PA-1611
Agent for the Applicant