DESC:TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The present subject matter relates generally to a two wheeled vehicle and more particularly to a straddle type of vehicle.
BACKGROUND
[0002] A conventional straddle type vehicle includes a frame assembly to support different parts of the straddle type vehicle. The frame assembly acts as a skeleton and a structural member for the straddle type vehicle that supports the vehicle loads. The frame assembly extends rearwardly from a head pipe, towards a rear portion of the straddle type vehicle.
[0003] In an upper portion of the frame assembly, a handlebar assembly is rotatably integrally connected to a steering shaft. A front wheel is connected to the front portion of the frame assembly through one or more front suspension (s). The one or more front suspension (s) is connected with the steering shaft. In a front portion of the frame assembly a fuel tank assembly assembly is arranged immediately behind the handlebar assembly and is disposed over a power source, for example an internal combustion engine assembly assembly. A seat assembly is placed behind the fuel tank assembly assembly. The seat assembly includes a front rider seating portion and a pillion rider seating portion. The pillion rider seating portion is placed on the rear part of the frame assembly, where the rear part of the frame assembly is covered by a tail cover assembly. Above the tail cover assembly and behind the seat assembly a pillion handle is provided for the pillion rider to grab.
[0004] A rear wheel is connected to the frame assembly through one or more rear suspension (s). The frame assembly comprises of an engine assembly assembly coupled to it. The engine assembly assembly is functionally connected to the rear wheel which provides forward motion to the vehicle.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0005] 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. The same numbers are used throughout the drawings to reference like features and components.
[0006] Figure 1 illustrates a perspective view of a straddle type vehicle comprising a headlamp assembly, when viewed from left hand side of the rider while rider is in riding position along with few internal parts of the straddle type vehicle for clarity of explanation, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
[0007] Figure 2a to Figure 2b illustrates an isometric view of the frame assembly of a straddle type vehicle in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter.
[0008] Figure 3a to Figure 3c illustrates a perspective view of a front portion of the frame assembly of a straddle type vehicle in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter.
[0009] Figure 4 illustrates a perspective view of a first mounting bracket of a frame assembly in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter.
[00010] Figure 5 illustrates a side view of a front portion of a straddle type vehicle in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter, without body panels.
[00011] Figure 6 illustrates an exploded side perspective view of a front portion of the frame assembly of a straddle type vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter.
[00012] Figure 7 illustrates a perspective view of a second mounting bracket of a straddle type vehicle in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[00013] Conventionally, a frame assembly is a core structure of a two wheeled straddle type vehicle. The frame assembly supports an internal combustion engine assembly, providing the hinge points for both rear and front suspension members, which is connected to the front and rear wheel respectively, and supports a rider and any pillion or luggage. The frame assembly also supports the steering mechanism, smaller systems like a fuel tank assembly, body panels, and automotive electronics. Automotive electronics are electronic systems used in vehicles, including an engine assembly management system, a transistor-controlled ignition (TCI) unit or a capacitor discharge ignition (CDI) unit, a telematics unit, an immobilizer unit, an in-built entertainment system, and like.
[00014] The immobilizer unit is an electronic security device fitted inside a straddle type vehicle, that prevents the engine assembly from being started, unless an authorized system or key is used to access the straddle type vehicle. During an unauthorized access the immobilizer detects the malfunction and stops the fuel flow to the combustion chamber of the engine assembly, thereby providing engine assembly cut-off. Also, the immobilizer unit prevents by passing of a motor vehicle's ignition switch by means of hot wiring, thereby ensuring starting of the vehicle without key. Further, some immobilizer units also include a Radio Frequency Detection chip (RFID chip) installed within them. The immobilizer unit utilizes the RFID function for alarming the owner, which further aid in locating, monitoring and tracking the straddle type vehicle. Therefore, the immobilizer units act as a safety measure and prevents any acts of theft or unauthorized usage. Hence, it is imperative for the immobilizer unit to be located at a suitable position in the straddle type vehicle, from where the immobilizer unit can receive signal from the Global Positioning System (GPS) and send uninterrupted data to the engine assembly. Further, such identified position of the straddle type vehicle should be secured, ensuring theft proofing of the immobilizer unit.
[00015] Another type of electronic component is the TCI unit. When the transistor of the TCI unit is tuned ‘ON’, current passes through the primary side of an ignition coil (hereinafter “coil”) from the battery, to store the energy. And when the transistor is turned ‘OFF’, the current supply is stopped causing a sudden change in the current, generating high voltage on the secondary side of the coil and thus initiating ignition. When compared with the TCI unit, the CDI unit produces the spark by discharging a capacitor loaded with high voltage from the ignition coil while, however the TCI ignition charges the coil with the current before the spark is produced. Conventionally, the TCI unit is more economical as compared to the CDI unit, but the TCI unit requires more maintenance, especially when it is exposed to rain or dust.
[00016] Therefore, the TCI unit is an electric component which is used for supplying power to the internal combustion engine assembly mounted to the straddle type vehicle body. A starter relay unit aids in electric start of the engine assembly by controlling power supplied by the TCI unit, to a starter motor of the engine assembly. Therefore, it is ideally required to position the TCI unit or the CDI unit in close proximity of the ignition coil, the starter motor of the engine assembly and the starter relay unit.
[00017] Some known in the art disclose about mounting scheme for an electric component being located behind the cylinder head in the engine assembly, such that the electric component is positioned at the lower rear portion of the fuel tank assembly. Accordingly, an upper portion of the electric component is covered with the fuel tank assembly, and an obliquely lower front portion of the electric component is hidden behind the engine assembly. According to such arrangement, the electric component can be protected from dust and water. However, although such known arts disclose about providing a secured mounting arrangement of the electronic components, but lack in providing easily accessibility. This is because in such set up, the fuel tank assembly, the seating and some parts of the engine assembly assembly requires to be unassembled in order to access such electronic component. Since, electronic components such as TCI unit or CDI unit and the immobilizer unit requires frequent servicing, thereby removing multiple parts to service them, becomes cost and time intensive, and restricting ease of access of the component. for the user.
[00018] Particularly, when electronic components such as TCI unit is placed in such location as described above, transmission loss and cost increases. This is because, the starter relay is arranged behind cylinder head and inside the fuel tank assembly in a rearward position, which located at a considerable distance from the starter motor. The starter motor is installed at a lower front portion of a crankcase in an engine assembly. Thereby, a harness extending from a battery through the starter relay to the starter motor is required to be long, which increases transmission loss and costs.
[00019] Some other known arts disclose about mounting scheme of electronic components such as immobilizer unit or telematics unit, packaged under the fuel tank assembly. However, such known arts disclose about an additional support, which is taken from the recess surface of the bottom fuel tank assembly cover, for supporting the mounting of the electronic component. Although, such location provides secure placement of the component, however pose a restricted accessibility thereby difficulty in servicing of the electronic component. Besides, the electronic component requires changes in the existing fuel tank assembly by recessing an additional support member and this involves modifications of fuel tank assembly thereby, leading to an increase in cost for the user.
[00020] Thereby, it is desired to have a secured mounting location for an electronic component such as TCI unit and the immobilizer unit, such that the electronic component is closer to the engine assembly, is easier to service.
[00021] Further, the location of the electronic component should be such that, the space in which the electronic component is packaged includes free space, thereby freely enabling the electronic component in receiving and sending uninterrupted signals.
[00022] Hence, there is a need of addressing the above circumstances and problems of the known arts.
[00023] The present subject matter has been devised in view of the above circumstances as well as solving other problems of the known art.
[00024] The present subject matter discloses in an embodiment, packaging of one or more electronic component at an optimum location, closer to the engine assembly, wherein the one or more electronic component is capable of receiving and sending uninterrupted signals to the engine assembly.
[00025] The present subject matter discloses about a straddle type vehicle comprising a frame assembly with a main frame, and a down frame; an engine assembly; a fuel tank assembly; and at least one electronic component.
[00026] The main frame extends obliquely towards a vehicle rear from a head pipe. The engine assembly is configured to be mounted to the down frame of the frame assembly. The fuel tank assembly is disposed and supported above the main frame.
[00027] The at least one electronic component is mounted under the fuel tank assembly, above a cylinder head of the engine assembly, and in proximity of an ignition coil unit.
[00028] In another embodiment, the at least one electronic component includes a first electronic component and a second electronic component. The first electronic component includes a transistor-controlled ignition unit, mounted on the right-hand side of the main frame of the frame assembly, when viewed from a rider’s perspective.
[00029] As per an aspect of the present embodiment, the first electronic component is mounted on a front portion main frame of a main frame by means of a first mounting bracket.
[00030] The second electronic component includes an immobilizer unit, mounted on the left-hand side of the main frame of the frame assembly, when viewed from a rider’s perspective.
[00031] As per an aspect of the present embodiment, the second electronic component is mounted on a gusset plate, by means of a second mounting bracket. The gusset plate connects angularly the joint of a main frame and a down frame of the frame assembly.
[00032] In another embodiment, the at least one electronic component is mounted in proximity of a starter motor of the engine assembly.
[00033] In another embodiment, the ignition coil unit is mounted on a cross tube, by means of an ignition coil unit mounting bracket. The cross tube connects the main frame and the down frame of the frame assembly.
[00034] Exemplary embodiments detailing features regarding the aforesaid and other advantages of the present subject matter will be described hereunder with reference to the accompanying drawings. Various aspects of different embodiments of the present invention will become discernible from the following description set out hereunder. Rather, the following description provides a convenient illustration for implementing exemplary embodiments of the invention. It should be noted that the description and figures merely illustrate principles of the present subject matter. Various arrangements may be devised that, although not explicitly described or shown herein, encompass the principles of the present subject matter. Moreover, all statements herein reciting principles, aspects, and examples of the present subject matter, as well as specific examples thereof, are intended to encompass equivalents thereof. Further, it is to be noted that terms “upper”, “down”, “right”, “left”, “front”, “forward”, “rearward”, “downward”, “upward”, “top”, “bottom”, “exterior”, “interior” and like terms are used herein based on the illustrated state or in a standing state of the two wheeled straddle type vehicles with a user riding thereon. Furthermore, arrows wherever provided in the top right corner of figure(s) in the drawings depicts direction with respect to the vehicle, wherein an arrow F denotes front direction, an arrow R indicates rear direction, an arrow Up denotes upward direction, an arrow Dw denotes downward direction, an arrow RH denotes right side, and an arrow LH denotes left side. Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology used herein is for the purpose of description and should not be regarded as limiting.
[00035] Figure 1 illustrates a perspective view of a straddle type vehicle 10 comprising a headlamp assembly 05 when viewed from left hand side of the rider while rider is in riding position along with few internal parts of the straddle type vehicle 10 for clarity of explanation, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. The straddle type vehicle 10 includes a frame assembly 20 to support different parts of the straddle type vehicle 10. The frame assembly 20 includes a head pipe 22 at its front end. The head pipe 22 supports a steering shaft (not shown) rotatably in a certain range. In an upper portion of the head pipe 22, a handlebar 07 is rotatably integrally connected to the steering shaft. The handlebar 07 further houses provision for viewing mirrors 08 used to keep a track of approaching straddle type vehicles from behind. The handlebar 07 is used to steer the straddle type vehicle 10 and is connected to a front wheel 01 through the steering shaft, a front fork assembly 103 and a brake assembly21. An upper portion of the front wheel 01 is covered by a front fender 02 which prevents mud and water from getting deflected towards the steering shaft. Further, the front fork assembly 03 is supported on the front fender 02 by means of a brace fender (not shown).
[00036] In a two-wheeler, in the front portion of the frame assembly, a fuel tank assembly 09 is arranged immediately behind the handlebar 07 and is disposed over an engine assembly 100. A seat 19 is placed behind the fuel tank assembly 09. The seat 19 includes a front rider portion and rear pillion portion. The pillion seat portion is placed on the rear portion of the frame assembly 20, where the rear portion of frame assembly 20 is covered by the rear cover 12 and a hand rail 11 is provided for the pillion rider to grab when the straddle type vehicle 10 is moving, keeping safety measures of pillion rider in consideration. During stationary position the rider can park the straddle type vehicle 10 with help of a plurality of stands, for example, center stand 18.
[00037] Usually, in any type of straddle type vehicle 10, the suspension systems are provided for comfortable riding of the straddle type vehicle 10 on the road. The front fork assembly 03, which forms the front suspension system, serves as rigidity component just like the frame assembly 20. The front fork assembly 03 clamped to the head pipe 22 through an upper bracket (not shown) and a lower bracket (not shown) is capable of being moved to the left and right. Further, a rear suspension system 17, which is a hydraulic damped arrangement, is connected to the frame assembly 20. The rear suspension system 17 comprises of at least one rear suspension (not shown) preferably on a left-hand side of the straddle type vehicle 10. However, in a straddle type vehicle 10 with two rear suspensions 17, the same may be disposed on the left side and the right side respectively of the straddle type vehicle 10.
[00038] The power unit for example, an engine assembly 100, is mounted to a front lower portion of the frame assembly 20 by means of an engine assembly mounting bracket 106, 105 (shown in Figure 2a). The engine assembly 100 being a direct injection (DI) engine assembly 100 that is vertically disposed. Preferably, the engine assembly 100 is of a single-cylinder type. The engine assembly 100 is equipped with an exhaust system that includes an exhaust pipe (not shown) connected to the engine assembly 100 and a muffler (not shown) connected to the exhaust pipe. The muffler (not shown) extends rearwards along the right side of a rear wheel 16.
[00039] Further, a swing arm (not shown) extending rearwards is swingably connected to a lower rear portion of the frame assembly 20. The rear wheel 16 is rotatably supported at a rear end of the swing arm. Power from the engine assembly 100 is transmitted to the rear wheel 16 through a power drive mechanism, such as a drive chain, so as to drive and rotate the rear wheel 16.
[00040] A rear fender 14 for covering an upper side of the rear wheel 16 is mounted to a rear portion of frame assembly 20 to prevent mud and water splashed by the rotating rear wheel 16 from entering the muffler, the engine assembly 100 and other parts disposed close by.
[00041] To enhance the overall aesthetics of the straddle type vehicle 10 and to prevent undesired foreign particles from entering parts of the straddle type vehicle, a plurality of rear covers 12 is attached to a rear portion of the frame assembly 20.
[00042] For the safety of the rider and in conformance with the traffic rules, the headlamp assembly 05 and a turn signal lamp unit 06, 13 are provided at both front and rear portions of the straddle type vehicle 10. The headlamp assembly 05 is secured disposed within a cowl assembly. The cowl assembly includes an outer cowl member 24 and an inner cowl member (not shown). On the rear portion of the straddle type vehicle 10 a tail lamp 23 is provided on the rear portion of the rear cover 12.
[00043] Figure 2a to Figure 2b illustrates an isometric view of the frame assembly 20 of a straddle type vehicle 10 in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter. The frame assembly 20 comprises of a head pipe 22, a main frame 101, a down frame 102, a pair of upper frames 103, and a pair of side frames 104. The front portion of the frame assembly 20 includes the head pipe 22. The head pipe 22 supports the front suspension assembly, which further supports the handle bar assembly 07 (shown in Figure 1) in a steerable manner. The main frame 101 extends obliquely towards a vehicle rear from the head pipe 22. Further ahead in the middle region of the two wheeled straddle type vehicle 10, the main frame 101 curves downwards. Hence the main frame 101 can be divided into two portions, a front portion main frame 101a, and a downward portion main frame 101b. The front portion main frame 101a is substantially positioned in an inclined manner and extends rearwards. The downward portion main frame 101b curves downward from the front portion main frame 101a. The free end of the downward portion 101b of the main frame 101, comprises of a swing arm pivot point (not shown) to pivotally mount the swing arm supporting the rear wheel 16. The free end also comprises of a rear engine assembly mounting bracket 105, to support the rear portion of the IC engine assembly 100. The down frame 102 is integrally attached to the head pipe 22 at one end and extends sharply downwards towards the ground plane. The other end of the down frame 102 comprises of a front engine assembly mounting bracket 106, to support the front portion of the IC engine assembly 100. The down frame 102 not only connects the head pipe 22 to the other parts of the frame assembly 20, but is also hollow to accommodate various wires and tubes, which connects the front part of the straddle type vehicle 10 to the rear. Further the engine assembly 100 (shown in Figure 1) is configured to be mounted to the down frame 102.
[00044] A gusset plate 107 connects angularly the joint of the main frame 101 and the down frame 102 to provide additional strength and stiffness to the frame assembly 20 in general. A cross tube 108 connects the main frame 101 and the down frame 102 to provide additional stiffness and support. The pair of upper frames 103, i.e right upper frame and left upper frame is disposed rearwardly of the main frame 101 and extends horizontally rearwards from the central portion of the main frame 101 until the vehicle tail lamp assembly. The pair of upper frames 103 on its rearmost portion include at least a pillion handle mounting bracket 109 to support the pillion handle 11 (shown in Figure 1) and/or a carrier.
[00045] As depicted in Figure 2a, in the front portion of the frame assembly 20, the fuel tank assembly 09 is arranged immediately behind the head pipe 22, and is disposed above the engine assembly 100. Particularly, the fuel tank assembly 09 is disposed and supported above the main frame 101 of the frame assembly 20. The engine assembly 100, is mounted to a front lower portion of the frame assembly 20, in between the down frame 102 and the main frame 101, by means of the front and rear engine assembly mounting brackets (105, 106). The internal combustion engine assembly 100 includes a cylinder block 100a supported by a crankcase assembly 100b of the internal combustion engine assembly 100. The cylinder block 100a defines a cylinder portion at which a piston (not shown) can perform reciprocating motion. A cylinder head 100c is mounted to the cylinder block 100a and the cylinder head 100c acts as one end of the cylinder portion. The crankcase assembly 100b is made up of left-side crankcase and right-side crankcase. The crankcase assembly 100b rotatably supports the crankshaft 100d.
[00046] As shown in Figure 2b, a first electronic component 201 is mounted onto the front portion main frame 101a. An ignition coil unit 202 is mounted on the cross tube 108, below the first electronic component 201, such that the ignition coil unit 202 is placed in proximity of the first electronic component 201.
[00047] In the present subject matter, the first electronic component 201, is mounted under the fuel tank assembly 09, above the cylinder head 100c of the engine assembly 100, and in proximity of the ignition coil unit 202, such that when a vertical axis xy, herein called as a first axis xy, is drawn in a vehicle top-down direction from the center of the crankshaft 100d, the first electronic component 201 is disposed ahead of the first axis xy towards said main frame 101.
[00048] Particularly the first axis xy is a perpendicular axis drawn between center of a crankshaft 101d of the engine assembly 100 and the fuel tank assembly 09.
[00049] In an embodiment, the first electronic component 201 is a TCI unit 201. The above-mentioned mounting position of the fuel tank assembly which is hidden when viewed from a vehicle front view. Hence, the first electronic component 201, is not directly visible to an outsider, thereby unauthorized access of the first electronic component 201 is prevented, and the first electronic component 201 becomes tamper proof.
[00050] In another embodiment, the first electronic component 201 is mounted on the right-hand side of the main frame 101 of the frame assembly 20, when viewed from a rider’s perspective, as shown in Figure 2a.
[00051] The location of the first electronic component 201 near the ignition coil unit 202, ensures that the length of wiring harness between the two component is optimized, enabling an improved engine assembly 100 layout and reduction in wiring harness.
[00052] Further, the above-mentioned mounting location of the first electronic component 201, ensures sufficient clearance with the bottom portion of the fuel tank assembly 09.
[00053] Further, the above-mentioned mounting location of the first electronic component 201, ensures prevention of entry of foreign objects, such as dust.
[00054] Further, the above-mentioned mounting location of the first electronic component 201, ensures ease of assembly and increased service.
[00055] Further, as the first electronic component 201 is mounted above the engine assembly cylinder head 100c and under fuel tank assembly 09 but in proximity of the ignition coil unit 202. Thereby the first electronic component 201 is disposed away from heat zones of the front portion of the straddle type vehicle 10. This further increases the overall life of the first electronic component 201.
[00056] In another embodiment, the first electronic component 201 is mounted in proximity of the starter motor of engine assembly 100.
[00057] Figure 3a to Figure 3c illustrates a perspective side view of a front portion of the frame assembly 20 of a straddle type vehicle 10 in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter. Figure 3a illustrates a perspective view of a front portion of the frame assembly 20 with the first electronic component 201 and the ignition coil unit 202 mounted onto the frame assembly 20.
[00058] Figure 3b illustrates a perspective side view of a front portion of the frame assembly 20 without the first electronic component 201 and the ignition coil unit 202 mounted onto the frame assembly 20.
[00059] Figure 3c illustrates an exploded perspective side view of a front portion of the frame assembly 20.
[00060] As illustrated in Figure 3a and 3c, the first electronic component 201 is secured to the front portion main frame 101a, with the help of a first mounting bracket 301. The first electronic component 201 is partially enclosed within a first protective band 303. Then the first protective band 303 along with the first electronic component 201 is mounted onto the first mounting bracket 301. The first mounting bracket 301 provides rigid mounting the first electronic component 201 with the main frame 101, thereby providing protection to the first electronic component 201.
[00061] The ignition coil unit 202 is mounted onto the cross tube 108 by means of an ignition coil unit mounting bracket 302.
[00062] Figure 4 illustrates a perspective view of a first mounting bracket 301 of a frame assembly 20 in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter.
[00063] The first mounting bracket 301 includes two portions, i.e., a first portion 401, and a second portion 402. The first portion 401 of the first mounting bracket 301 is integrally positioned above the second portion 402 of the first mounting bracket 301. The second portion 402 is capable of being configured to run along the profile of the main frame 101 (as shown in Figure 3b). Further, the second portion 402 is connected to the main frame 101 by means of fastening means such as welding.
[00064] The first portion 401 extends inclinedly vertically upward in a bent manner, from the second portion 402, when viewed in vehicle top-down direction, such that a protruded portion ‘A’, is formed therebetween. The protruded portion ‘A’ protrudes outwardly, such that the protruded portion ‘A’ hugs at least a portion of the main frame 101, further enabling configuration of the second portion 402 to run along the profile of the main frame 101.
[00065] The first portion 401 includes a pair of first extending arms 403 on each upper end of the first portion 401. The first extending arms 403, further increases and improves surface contact of the first mounting bracket 301 with at least a portion of the main frame 101.
[00066] The second portion 402 has a pair of second extending arms 404 extending on each side of the second portion 402. Each second extending arm 404 includes at least one relief 405. The relief 405 on each side of the second extending arms 404, acts as a provision to mount the protective cover 303 (as shown in Figure 3c), along with the first electronic component 201, onto the first mounting bracket 301.
[00067] Further the second extending arms 404, aid in locating the first mounting bracket 301 to main frame 101, and position the first mounting bracket 301 during welding. The second extending arms 404 ensures that the first mounting bracket 301 is firmly secured to the main frame 101 and resists any motion of the first mounting bracket 301 during assembly of the first electronic component 201.
[00068] The configuration of the first mounting bracket 301 also ensures obviation of vibration or rattling of the first mounting bracket 301 along with the first electronic component 201 during vehicle operation. Thus, the location of the first electronic component 201 and the way the first electronic component 201 is secured, helps the first electronic component 201 to perform the intended function in an efficient manner.
[00069] Further the first mounting bracket 301 also ensures the first electronic component 201 is retained in its predetermined position during its operation, preventing the unit to sag of the first electronic component 201 under gravity. And thus, preventing the foul due to being hit with the bottom portion of the fuel tank assembly 09, thereby ensuring safety and avoid undesired vibrations during vehicle use.
[00070] Because of the location of the first electronic component 201 above the cylinder head 100a and under the fuel tank assembly 09. This location ensures that the first electronic component 201 is away from heat zone and in close proximity of the ignition coil unit 202 and thereby receives undisturbed signals during the vehicle operation.
[00071] Figure 5 illustrates a side view of a front portion of a straddle type vehicle 10 in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter, without body panels. A second electronic component 502, for example an immobilizer unit 502 is mounted onto the gusset plate 107 by means of a second mounting bracket 501. The immobilizer unit 502 is used as an alarm, anti-theft, straddle type vehicle 10 locating, and engine assembly cut off/on unit. In the present subject matter, the second electronic component 502, is mounted under the fuel tank assembly 09, above the cylinder head 100c of the engine assembly 100, and in proximity of the ignition coil unit 202, such that when a vertical axis xy, herein called as a first axis xy, is drawn in a vehicle top-down direction from the center of the crankshaft 100d, the second electronic component 502 is disposed ahead of the first axis xy. Particularly, THE first axis xy being a perpendicular axis drawn between the center of a crankshaft 101d of the engine assembly 100 and the fuel tank assembly 09.
[00072] The above-mentioned mounting position of the fuel tank assembly which is hidden when viewed from a vehicle front view. Hence, the second electronic component 502, is not directly visible to an outsider, thereby unauthorized access of the second electronic component 502 is prevented, and the second electronic component 502 becomes tamper proof.
[00073] In another embodiment, the second electronic component 502 is mounted on the left-hand side of the main frame 101 of the frame assembly 20, when viewed from a rider’s perspective.
[00074] The location of the second electronic component 502 near the ignition coil unit 202, ensures that the length of wiring harness between the two component is optimized, enabling an improved engine assembly 100 layout and reduction in wiring harness.
[00075] Further, the above-mentioned mounting location of the second electronic component 502, ensures sufficient clearance with the bottom portion of the fuel tank assembly 09.
[00076] Further, the above-mentioned mounting location of the second electronic component 502, ensures prevention of entry of foreign objects, such as dust.
[00077] Further, the above-mentioned mounting location of the second electronic component 502, ensures ease of assembly and increased service.
[00078] Further, as the second electronic component 502 is mounted above the engine assembly cylinder head 100c and under fuel tank assembly 09 but in proximity of the ignition coil unit 202. Thereby the second electronic component 502 is disposed away from heat zones of the front portion of the straddle type vehicle 10. This further increases the overall life of the second electronic component 502.
[00079] Figure 6 illustrates an exploded side perspective view of a front portion of the frame assembly 20 of a straddle type vehicle 10, in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter. The second electronic component 502 is pre-assembled with a coupler 502a and a second protective band 602, for example a rubber boot and then enclosed within a cover 603. Further, the unit is then mounted by means of the second mounting bracket 501, i.e. an add on bracket secured to at least one of a mounting provisions 107a of the gusset 107. The second protective band 602 is used for sealing the second electronic component 502 and prevent vibrations as dampener and assemble to the gusset plate 107 of the frame assembly 20. The cover 603 is used for protecting the second electronic component 502 from dust, water or foreign particles entry. Further, a plurality of mounting fasteners 601 are used for fastening the unit at pre-defined location on the gusset plate 107.
[00080] Further, the second protective band 602, the cover 603, and the second mounting bracket 501 aid in convenient serviceability. This is done by providing access to the second electronic component 502 without the need of removal of major vehicle parts. Most importantly it requires no modifications in the existing fuel tank assembly 09 and frame assembly 20 of the straddle type vehicle 10. Thus, the present subject matter overcomes the issue of requiring modification in existing system and parts to accommodate the second electronic component 502. Hence, provides the benefits in terms of part weight reduction, cost reduction, ease of assembly and service.
[00081] The cover 603 is plastic component which forms a tray shaped structure. The body of the cover 603, herein called as a cover body 603b, has a closely followed profile with the second electronic component 502 to provide complete protection to the second electronic component 502. Further, the cover 603 has an extension, herein called as a cover extension 603a. The cover extension 603a has at least one mounting portion 603d, which enable in mounting the cover 603 with the second mounting bracket 501. Further, the cover 603, includes a slot cut out 603c, that acts as the coupler 502a access point.
[00082] The cover 603 prevents the second electronic component 502 from entry of foreign particles, dust or water during vehicle operation or service, and most importantly prevents human intervention for any external forces to tamper the second electronic component 502.
[00083] Figure 7 illustrates a perspective view of a second mounting bracket 501 of a straddle type vehicle 10 in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter. The second mounting bracket 501 is designed in such a way that the second mounting bracket 501 includes two lock arms, i.e a first arm ‘B’ and a second arm ‘C’ for locking the second mounting bracket 501 onto the gusset plate 107 and resisting any motion during assembly of component onto the gusset plate 107. The second mounting bracket 501 further includes an extended arm, i.e. a third arm ‘D’. The third arm ‘D’, extends along vehicle width direction and has a profile to receive the provision 602a of the second protective band 602 and is used for mounting the second electronic component 502. The integrating part connecting the three arms uses the curvature of the gusset plate 107 as a guiding member and thus acting as a self-locating and the curve profile is stiffened by the cross tube 108, to provide the desired strength of second mounting bracket 501. Further such arrangement provides anti-rotation during the second electronic component 502.
[00084] The second mounting bracket 501 that also acts as a self-locking bracket, also ensures that the second electronic component 502 is retained in its predetermined position during its operation, preventing the unit to sag under gravity and foul with hitting metal parts thereby ensuring safety and avoid undesired vibrations during vehicle use.
[00085] Because of the location of the second electronic component 502 above the cylinder head 100a and under the fuel tank assembly 09. This location ensures that the second electronic component 502 is away from heat zone and in close proximity of the ignition coil unit 202 and thereby receives undisturbed signals during the vehicle operation.
[00086] In an embodiment, the second electronic component 502 is pre-assembled with the coupler 502a and the second protective band 602.
[00087] Many modifications and variations of the present subject matter are possible in the light of above disclosure. Therefore, within the scope of claims of the present subject matter, the present disclosure may be practiced other than as specifically described.

LIST OF REFERENCE NUMERAL


01: Front wheel
02: Front fender
03: Front fork assembly
05: Headlamp assembly
06: Front turn signal lamp
07: Handle bar
08: Viewing mirror
09: Fuel tank assembly
10: Vehicle
11: Hand rail
12: Rear cover
13: Rear turn signal lamp
14: Rear fender
16: Rear wheel
17: Rear suspension
18: Center stand
19: Seat
20: Frame assembly
21: Break assembly
22: Head pipe
23: Tail lamp
24: Outer cowl member
100: Engine assembly
100a: Cylinder head
100b: Cylinder block
101c: Crank case assembly
101d: Crankshaft
101: Main frame
101a: Front portion main frame
101b: Downward portion main frame
102: Down frame
103: Upper frames
104: Side frames
105: Rear engine assembly mounting bracket
106: Front engine assembly mounting bracket
107: Gusset plate
107a: Mounting provision
108: Cross tube
109: Pillion handle mounting bracket
201: First Electronic component
202: Ignition coil unit
xy: Vertical line
301: First mounting bracket
302: Ignition coil unit mounting bracket
303: First protective band
401: First portion
402: Second portion
403: First extending portion
404: Second extending portions
405: Reliefs
A: Protruded portion
501: Second mounting bracket
B: First arm
C: Second arm
D: Third arm
502: Second electronic component
502a: Coupler
601: Fastener
602: Second protective band
602a: Provision
603: Cover
603a: Cover extension
603b: Cover body
603c: Slot cut out for coupler access
603d: Mounting portion

,CLAIMS:I/We Claim:
1. A straddle type vehicle (10) comprising:
a frame assembly (20) with a main frame (101), and a down frame (102),
said main frame (101) extending obliquely towards a vehicle rear from a head pipe 22;
an engine assembly (100),
said engine assembly (100) being configured to be mounted to said down frame (102) of said frame assembly (20);
a fuel tank assembly (09),
said fuel tank assembly (09) being disposed and supported above said main frame (101); and
at least one electronic component (201, 502),
said at least one electronic component (201, 502) being mounted under said fuel tank assembly (09), above a cylinder head (100a) of said engine assembly (100), and in proximity of an ignition coil unit (202),
wherein, said at least one electronic component (201, 502) being disposed towards said main frame (101), and ahead of a first axis (xy),
said first axis (xy) being a perpendicular axis drawn between center of a crankshaft (101d) of said engine assembly (100) and said fuel tank assembly (09).
2. The straddle type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein
said at least one electronic component (201, 502) includes a first electronic component (201) and a second electronic component (502).
3. The straddle type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein
said at least one electronic component (201, 502) being mounted in proximity of a starter motor of said engine assembly (100).
4. The straddle type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein
said first electronic component (201) includes a transistor-controlled ignition unit (201), mounted on the right-hand side of said main frame (101) of said frame assembly (20), when viewed from a rider’s perspective.
5. The straddle type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein
said second electronic component (502) includes an immobilizer unit (502), mounted on the left-hand side of said main frame (101) of said frame assembly (20), when viewed from a rider’s perspective.
6. The straddle type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 2, wherein
a first electronic component (201) being mounted onto a front portion main frame (101a) of a main frame (101) by means of a first mounting bracket (301).
7. The straddle type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein
said ignition coil unit (202) being mounted on a cross tube (108), by means of an ignition coil unit mounting bracket (302), wherein said cross tube (108) connects said main frame (101) and said down frame (102) of said frame assembly (20).
8. The straddle type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 2, wherein
said second electronic component (502) being mounted on a gusset plate (107), by means of a second mounting bracket (501), wherein said gusset plate (107) connects angularly the joint of a main frame (101) and a down frame (102) of said frame assembly (20).
9. The straddle type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 6, wherein
said first mounting bracket (301) includes a first portion 401, and a second portion 402, wherein said first portion (401) being integrally positioned above said second portion (402), and said second portion (402) is capable of being configured to run along the profile of a main frame (101) of a frame assembly (100).
10. The straddle type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 9, wherein
said second portion (402) of said first mounting bracket (301) being connected to said main frame (101) of said frame assembly (100), by means of fastening means.
11. The straddle type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 9, wherein
said first portion (401) extends inclinedly vertically upward, from said second portion (402), when viewed in vehicle top-down direction, such that a protruded portion (A), is formed therebetween, wherein said protruded portion (A) hugs at least a portion of said main frame (101) of said frame assembly (100).
12. The straddle type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 9, wherein
said first portion (401) includes a pair of first extending arms (403) on each upper end of said first portion (401).
13. The straddle type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 9, wherein
said second portion (402) has a pair of second extending arms (404) extending on each side of said second portion (402), wherein each second extending arm (404) includes at least one relief (405).
14. The straddle type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 2, wherein
said second electronic component (502) is firstly pre-assembled with a coupler (502a) and a second protective band (602), secondly enclosed within a cover (603), and thirdly said second electronic component (502) along with said coupler (502a) and a second protective band (602) is mounted to at least one of a mounting provision (107a) of a gusset (107) by means of said second mounting bracket (501).
15. The straddle type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 14, wherein
said cover (603) being a plastic component which forms a tray shaped structure, wherein said cover (603) includes a cover body (603b) having a closely followed profile with said second electronic component (502); a cover extension (603a) having at least one mounting portion (603d), enabling mounting of said cover (603) with said second mounting bracket (501); and a slot cut out (603c) providing access to said coupler (502a).
16. The straddle type vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 14, wherein
said second mounting bracket (501) includes a first arm (B), a second arm (C), and a third arm (D), wherein said first arm (B) and said second arm (C) resist motion during assembly of said second electronic component (502) onto said gusset plate (107), and said third arm (D) receives a provision (602a) of said second protective band (602).