Description:TECHNICAL FIELD

[001] The present disclosure relates in general to the field of automobiles. Particularly, but not exclusively, the present disclosure relates to a two-wheeled vehicle. Further embodiments of the present disclosure relate to license plate lamps of the vehicle.

BACKGROUND

[002] The information in this section merely provides background information related to the present disclosure and may not constitute prior art(s) for the present disclosure.

[003] Vehicles, such as motorized scooters, motorcycles, three-wheeled vehicles, and four wheeled vehicles such as all-terrain vehicles, comprise a rear fender provided above a rear wheel of the vehicle to prevent flinging of water, mud, and dirt onto the portions of the vehicle by the rotating rear wheel. The rear fender is mounted to a body frame of the vehicle through a plurality of independent mounting brackets provided on the body frame. The rear fender is further designed to accommodate taillights, license plates, license plate lamps and the like. Many a times, it is difficult to replace the license plate lamp due to the tedious process involved and is frequently neglected. Conventionally, the housing for the license plate lamps along with the lens is integrally mounted with the rear fender. To replace the lamp/light, the entire rear fender should be disassembled, and the light should be replaced. The said process is tedious, time consuming and requires more effort.

[004] The present disclosure is directed to overcome one or more limitations stated above or any other limitations associated with the prior art. The information disclosed in this background is only for enhancement of understanding of the general background of the invention and should not be taken as an acknowledgement or any form of suggestion that this information forms the prior art already known to a person skilled in the art.

SUMMARY

[005] One or more shortcomings of the prior art are overcome by system or apparatus as disclosed henceforth and additional advantages are provided through the device as described in the present disclosure.

[006] Additional features and advantages are realized through the techniques of the present disclosure. Other embodiments and aspects of the disclosure are described in detail herein and are considered a part of the claimed disclosure.

[007] In accordance with an aspect of the present disclosure, a rear structure of a two-wheeled vehicle is described. The rear structure includes a rear frame, a left side cover and a right-side cover mounted to the rear frame. A housing is secured to portion to the two-wheeled vehicle towards the rear end. The housing is defined with a recess being configured to accommodate a light source for emitting a light onto a license plate positioned under the housing. Further, a cover is removably secured to the housing covering the recess. This configuration the housing ensures that the service time for changing the license lamp/light source is reduced. The serviceability of the light is easier as compared to conventional setup as the requirement for removing the entire housing.

[008] In an embodiment, the rear structure includes a rear fender defined with a mounting arrangement being adapted to receive the license plate. The mounting arrangement is beneath the recess defined in the housing.

[009] In an embodiment, the rear frame includes a left seat rail, a right seat rail and a cross member extending in a vehicle width direction and being coupled to the left seat rail and the right seat rail. The left side cover and the right-side cover being mounted to the left seat rail and the right seat rail, respectively.

[0010] In an embodiment, the cover includes a base, a wall structure extending upwardly from the base and configured to be inserted into the recess. The cover being defined with one or more apertures configured to receive fastening elements. The fastening elements being adapted to fasten the cover to the recess. The cover is defined with a socket to receive and support the light source. The socket defined in the cover aids in holding the light source within the recess. The light source is configured to move along with the cover when removed from the recess. The light source can be easily accessed. The socket is defined on one of the walls of the wall structure. Further, shape of the cover conforms to shape of an inner surface of the recess.

[0011] In accordance with another aspect of the disclosure, a two-wheeled vehicle is described. The two-wheeled vehicle includes a body frame having a front structure being configured to accommodate a steering mechanism and a rear structure having a rear frame comprising a left seat rail and a seat rail. The rear frame further includes a cross member extending in a vehicle width direction and being coupled to the left seat rail and the right seat rail. Further, a left side cover and a right-side cover mounted to the left seat rail and the right seat rail, respectively. A housing is secured to at least portion of the rear frame towards the rear end. The housing is defined with a recess being configured to accommodate a light source for emitting a light onto a licence plate positioned beneath the housing. A cover being removably secured to the housing covering the recess. Further, a rear fender is provided on the rear structure and defined with a mounting arrangement being adapted to receive the license plate. The mounting arrangement is beneath the recess defined in the housing.

[0012] The configuration of the housing on the rear structure of the vehicle is cost effective and is simple in construction, along with being robust and compact. Advantageously, the housing according to the present disclosure can be retrofitted to various vehicles. The configuration of the housing on the rear structure of the present disclosure eliminates need of complex mechanism and/or components to receive and lock external accessories

[0013] It is to be understood that the aspects and embodiments of the disclosure described above may be used in any combination with each other. Several of the aspects and embodiments may be combined to form a further embodiment of the disclosure.

[0014] The foregoing summary is illustrative only and is not intended to be in any way limiting. In addition to the illustrative aspects, embodiments, and features described above, further aspects, embodiments, and features will become apparent by reference to the drawings and the following detailed description.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF FIGURES

[0015] The novel features and characteristics of the disclosure are set forth in the description. The disclosure itself, however, as well as a preferred mode of use, further objectives, and advantages thereof, will best be understood by reference to the following description of an illustrative embodiments when read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. One or more embodiments are now described, by way of example only, with reference to the accompanying drawings wherein like reference numerals represent like elements and in which:

[0016] FIG.1 illustrates a schematic rear view of a vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0017] FIG.2 illustrates a bottom view of a housing connectable to a rear structure of the vehicle of FIG.1, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure; and

[0018] FIG.3 illustrates an exploded perspective view of the housing of FIG.2 depicting components of the housing, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0019] Skilled artisans will appreciate that elements in the drawings are illustrated for simplicity and have not necessarily been drawn to scale. For example, the dimensions of some of the elements in the drawings may be exaggerated relative to other elements to help to improve understanding of embodiments of the present disclosure.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0020] While the disclosure is susceptible to various modifications and alternative forms, specific embodiments thereof have been shown by way of example in the drawings and will be described in detail below. It should be understood, however that it is not intended to limit the disclosure to the forms disclosed, but on the contrary, the disclosure is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the disclosure as defined by the appended claims.

[0021] Before describing detailed embodiments it may be observed that the novelty and inventive step that are in accordance with the present disclosure resides in rear structure of the vehicle. However, such modifications should be construed within the scope of the present disclosure. Accordingly, the drawings are showing only those specific details that are pertinent to understanding the embodiments of the present disclosure so as not to obscure the disclosure with details that will be readily apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art having benefit of the description herein.

[0022] The term “comprises”, comprising, or any other variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusions, such that a device, structure, or method that comprises a list of components or steps does not include only those components or steps but may include other components or steps not expressly listed or inherent to such device or structure or method. In other words, one or more elements in a device proceeded by “comprises… a” does not, without more constraints, preclude the existence of other elements or additional elements in the device.

[0023] The following paragraphs describe the present disclosure with reference to FIG(s) 1 to 3. In the figure, the same element or elements which have similar functions are indicated by the same reference signs. With general reference to the drawings, a two-wheeled vehicle in accordance with preferred embodiments of the present disclosure is illustrated and generally identified with reference numeral 100. Henceforth, the two-wheeled vehicle (100) may also be referred to as a vehicle (100) and the terms may be used interchangeably. The vehicle (100) embodies a rear structure for supporting a licence plate lamp which will be elucidated in the forthcoming embodiments. Other features and elements of the rear structure (110) is depicted by respective reference numeral [see list of reference numerals] in the corresponding figures and the same will be used corresponding to respective features henceforth. It will be understood that the teachings of the present disclosure are not limited to any particular vehicle. It will be understood that the teachings of the present disclosure are not limited to any particular vehicle. In the corresponding figures only necessary features important to understand the novel configuration according to the present disclosure are labelled. Although other features are explained in detail, the same are not labelled in order not to obscure the embodiments being described.

[0024] The terms “vehicle”, “modular vehicle”, “two-wheeled vehicle”, “electric vehicle” “Moped” and “motorcycle” have been interchangeably used throughout the description. The term “vehicle” comprises vehicles such as motorcycles, scooters, bicycles, mopeds, scooter type vehicle, and the like. In the present disclosure, the term “exemplary” is used herein to mean “serving as an example, instance, or illustration.” Any embodiment or implementation of the present subject matter described herein as “exemplary” is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other embodiments.

[0025] While the present disclosure is illustrated in the context of a two wheeled vehicle, the features illustrated thereof can be used with other type of vehicles as well. The terms “front/forward”, “rear/rearward/back/backward”, “up/upper/top”, “elevated/closed”, and “down/lower/lower ward/downward, bottom”, used therein represents the directions as seen from a vehicle driver sitting astride.

[0026] The following detailed description is merely exemplary in nature and is not intended to limit application and uses. Furthermore, there is no intention to be bound by any theory presented in the preceding background or summary or the following detailed description. It is to be understood that the disclosure may assume various alternative orientations and step sequences, except where expressly specified to the contrary. It is also to be understood that the specific devices or components illustrated in the attached drawings and described in the following specification are simply exemplary embodiments of the inventive concepts defined in the appended claims. Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present disclosure will be descried referring to the accompanying drawings. While some specific terms of “front / forward”, “rear / rearward / back / backward”, “up / upper / top”, “down / lower / lower ward / downward, bottom”, “left / leftward”, “right / rightward” and other terms containing these specific terms and directed to a specific direction will be used, the purpose of usage of these terms or words is merely to facilitate understanding of the present invention referring to the drawings. Accordingly, it should be noted that the meanings of these terms or words should not improperly limit the technical scope of the present invention.

[0027] Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology used herein is for description and should not be regarded as limiting. Unless specified or limited otherwise, the terms “secured” “accommodated,” “mounted,” “connected,” “supported,” and “coupled” and variations thereof are used broadly and encompass both direct and indirect mountings, connections, supports, and couplings. Further, “connected” and “coupled” are not restricted to physical or mechanical connections or couplings. It is to be understood that this disclosure is not limited to the specific devices, methods, applications, conditions, or parameters described and/or shown herein and that the terminology used herein is to describe embodiments by way of example and is not intended to be limiting of the claimed invention. Hereinafter in the following description, various embodiments will be described. For purposes of explanation, specific configurations and details are outlined to provide a thorough understanding of the embodiments. However, it will also be apparent to one skilled in the art that the embodiments may be practiced without the specific details. Furthermore, well-known features may be omitted or simplified in order not to obscure the embodiment being described.

[0028] Reference will now be made to the exemplary embodiments of the disclosure accompanying drawings. Wherever possible, same numerals will be used to refer to the same or like parts. Embodiments of the disclosure are described in the following paragraphs with reference to FIG.1 to FIG.3.

[0029] Referring to FIG.1, a two-wheeled vehicle (100) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated. The two-wheeled vehicle (100) referred to herein, embodies two-wheeled scooter or moped and interchangeably referred to as “the vehicle (100)”. The vehicle (100) may also embody any other ridden vehicles such as all-terrain vehicles and the like, without limiting the scope of the present disclosure. In forthcoming paragraphs, the vehicle (100) and the configuration of the same is elucidated. Although the description elucidates various body parts of the vehicle, in the corresponding figures reference is made only to those specific details that are pertinent to understanding the embodiments of the present disclosure so as not to obscure the disclosure with details that will be readily apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art having benefit of the description herein.

[0030] The two-wheeled vehicle (100) in accordance with the embodiments of the present disclosure may embody a saddle type riding vehicle or a scooter/a moped. The vehicle comprises a front structure (101) and a rear structure (110). The front structure (101) forms the front portion of the vehicle (100). The rear structure (110) defines the rear portion of the vehicle (100). In case of the scooter/moped, a foot board (not explicitly shown) may be defined between the front structure (101) and the rear structure (110) and the footboard provides footrest for rider riding the vehicle (100).

[0031] The vehicle (100) includes a body frame [not explicitly seen in the figures]. The body frame is concealed within one or more cover panels (only the rear cover panels are depicted in the corresponding figures) defining profile of the vehicle (100). The body frame comprises a head tube [not shown] and a main tube/down frame [not shown] one end of which is connected to the head tube. The down frame may extend in a rearward and downward direction from the head tube. The down frame may run substantially parallel to the ground. The down frame includes a vertical portion, a curved portion and a horizontal portion. The substantially vertical portion may extend in a downward direction from the head tube. The horizontal portion of the down frame may extend from the substantially vertical portion in a rearward direction. A cross member may be connected to the down frame on an end opposite to the end connected to the head tube. The cross member is disposed in a width direction or lateral direction of the vehicle. The cross member, the down frame and the head tube defines the front structure (101) of the vehicle (100). Further, the body frame may include a right seat rail (not explicitly shown) and a left seat rail (not explicitly shown), each extending upward and rearward from either ends of the cross member. In an embodiment, rear end of the left seat rail and the right seat rail may define a curve and both the right seat rail and the left seat rail may be connected by a bracket. The left seat rail, the right seat rail and the bracket may be a unitary structure. In some instances, the left seat rail, the right seat rail and the bracket may be assembled and joined together by joining process including mechanical and/or thermal joining process.

[0032] The front structure (101) of the present disclosure among other components/features described above includes a front ground engaging member (not explicitly shown), a steering mechanism (102). The front ground engaging member may be operatively connected to the steering mechanism (102). The steering mechanism (102) may be rotatably mounted on the head tube and the front ground engaging member may be secured to a plurality of front forks (not shown). The steering mechanism (102) includes a handlebar. The handlebar may be configured to be rotated by the rider to steer the vehicle (100). The front structure (101) may further include a leg shield (104). The leg shield (104) encloses a portion of the steering mechanism (102) and the head tube. In an embodiment, the front structure (101) of the vehicle (100) may also include a vehicle lock unit configured to lock/unlock the vehicle.

[0033] The front structure (101) of the vehicle (100) further include a dash assembly (103). The dash assembly (103) comprises a display unit. The display unit displays information about the vehicle (100) to the rider. The display unit may further include a plurality of visual indicators (not shown) to indicate various functional parameters relating to the vehicle (100). The dash assembly (103) may comprise additional components such as LCD, GPS, graphical user interface (GUI) etc, without limiting the scope of the invention. The front structure (101) may further comprise additional components such as rear-view mirrors (not explicitly shown), headlamp/head light (not shown), front fender (above the front ground engaging member) a plurality of blinkers, etc.

[0034] The rear structure (110) further includes a seat (112). The seat (112) may be supported by the body frame. Specifically, the seat (112) may be secured to the left seat rail and the right seat rail. The rear end assembly further includes a storage area (not shown), a rear ground engaging member (108), and a power unit (not shown). The seat (112) may provide seating for a rider and pillion of the vehicle (100). The storage area may be provided under the seat (112). The storage area may be accessed by displacing the seat (112) between an open position and a closed position. The storage area may allow storage of small articles within the vehicle (100). In an embodiment, size of the storage area provided in the vehicle (100) i.e., under the seat (112) may vary based on the type of the vehicle (100).

[0035] The rear ground engaging member (108) may be journaled to a rear end of a swing arm that may extend in a front rear direction on the vehicle (100) rear lower side. A front end of the swing arm may be pivotally supported in a vertically swingable manner. The said rear ground engaging member (108) on the rear structure (110) is driven by the power unit. The power unit (not shown) may include an internal combustion engine and a transmission unit. In an embodiment, the power unit may also be an electric or traction motor without deviating from the scope of the present disclosure. The rear structure (110) further includes additional components such as suspension systems (not shown), taillight assembly (111a) [as apparent from FIG.1], rear grips without limiting the scope of the present disclosure. The said taillight assembly (111a) may further include among other components a lamp (either halogen or LED), and a cover lens covering the lamp.

[0036] The rear structure (110) also includes a rear body sub-assembly. The rear body subassembly is coupled to the frame of the vehicle (100). The said subassembly protects the rear portions of the vehicle (100) from mud, flinging water and dirt. It may be noted that the vehicle (100) is shown to include above stated parts, however those ordinarily skilled in the art would appreciate that the vehicle (100) may include other parts generally associated with the vehicles known in the art, without limiting the scope of the invention. The said subassembly includes a left side cover member (105a) and a right-side cover member (105b) as apparent from FIG.1. The left side cover member (105a) may be abutted against and secured to the left seat rail and the right-side cover (105b) may be abutted against and secured to the right seat rail. The left side cover (105a) and the right-side cover (105b) may be made of materials such as but not limiting to resin, plastic material or metal etc. Said left and right-side cover (105a and 105b) may be shaped as per the aesthetic demands of the vehicle (100).

[0037] The rear structure (110) further includes a housing (109a) as shown in FIGs 2 and 3. In an embodiment, the housing (109a) may be secured to portion of the two-wheeled vehicle (100) towards the rear end. The housing (109a) may be secured to the left side cover (105a), the right-side cover (105b). In an embodiment, the housing (109a) may be defined with an inner surface and an outer surface. The inner surface may be adapted to face the body frame of the vehicle (100) and the outer surface may form opposite to the inner surface and may face away from the body frame. In an embodiment, the inner surface of the housing (109a) may be defined with one or more mounting provisions or apertures for mounting the housing (109a) to at least one of the rear frame and/or the left and right seat rail. The housing (109a) may be shaped as per the aesthetic demands of the two-wheeled vehicles (100). Thus, specific shape of the housing (109a) is not illustrated in the present disclosure. The outer surface of the housing (109a) may be defined with one or more provisions. The one or more provisions may be configured to receive taillight assembly (111a) (as shown in FIG.1). The taillight assembly (111a) may further include blinkers (111b) (as shown in FIG.1) and the like. The components of the taillight assembly (111a) may include but not limited to lamp, a cover lens and the like.

[0038] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the rear structure (110) of the vehicle (100) may include a rear fender (109b). The rear fender (109b) may be provided above the rear ground engaging member (108) of the vehicle (100). The rear fender (109b) may be provided to prevent flinging of water, mud and dirt onto portions of the vehicle (100) by the rotating rear ground engaging member (108). the rear fender (109b) includes a front portion and a rear portion. The rear portion of the rear fender (109b) may be referred to as mud flap in general. The rear fender (109b) may also be defined with one or more mounting provisions on the front portion. The one or more mounting provisions (not shown explicitly) may facilitate in mounting the front portion of the rear fender (109b) to the body frame of the vehicle (100). The rear fender (109b) may further include other components generally associated with fenders known in the art, without limiting to the scope of the present disclosure. The rear fender (109b) of the present disclosure may also be defined with a mounting arrangement. The mounting arrangement [not explicitly shown] may be adapted to receive the licence plate (107) as evident from FIG.1. The said rear fender (109b) may extend beneath the housing (109a) as shown in FIG.1. In an embodiment, the mounting arrangement adapted to receive the licence plate (107) may be defined on a portion of the rear fender (109b) below the housing (109a).

[0039] The said housing (109a) of the present disclosure may be further defined with a recess (115). The recess (115) may be defined on the outer surface of the housing (109a). In an embodiment, the housing (109a) may be defined on the outer surface of the housing (109a) facing the ground [i.e., the road]. The recess (115) may be defined on the portion of the housing (109a) proximal to the mounting arrangement adapted to receive the license plate (107). The said recess (115) may be configured to accommodate a light source (113) (as apparent from FIG.2). The light source (113) may be apparent from FIG.3 in the corresponding figures. The light source (113) that may be received in the recess (115) may be configured to emit a light on to the licence plate (107) that is disposed on the rear fender (109b) under the housing (109a). The light source (113) may be a LED lamp, for example. In another embodiment, the light source (113) may be another lighting apparatus such as a bulb. The light source (113) may be adapted to radiate light downwards. The light source (113) may illuminate the license plate (107) attached to the mounting arrangement defined on the rear fender (109b).

[0040] The recess (115) may be further covered by a cover (106) as apparent from the FIG.2. The structure of the cover (106) adapted for covering the recess (115) is apparent from the FIG.3 in the corresponding figures. The cover (106) may include a base (106c). A wall structure (106d) may extend upwardly from the base (106c). The said wall structure (106d) may extend from the periphery of the base (106c) up to a pre-defined length. The length of the wall structure (106d) may be based on the depth of the recess (115) defined in the housing (109a). The cover (106) may be inserted into the recess (115) defined in the housing (109a) such that the wall structure (106d) ingresses into the recess (115) and the base seals the opening of the recess (115). The cover (106) may be secured to the recess (115) by at least one of but not limiting to mechanical joining process. In an embodiment, the cover (106) may be defined with one or more apertures (106e). The one or more apertures (106e) may be defined on the base (106c) or may be defined on a portion extending outwardly from the base (106c). Each of the one or more apertures (106e) may be configured to receive fastening elements (106a) (as evident from FIG.3). The fastening elements (106a) may be adapted to fasten the cover to the recess (115). In an embodiment, the recess (115) may also be defined with counter coupling apertures (not explicitly shown) that may be configured to receive the fastening elements (106a) for securing the cover (106) with the recess (115). In an embodiment, shape of the cover (106) may conform to the shape of an inner surface of the recess (115). In some embodiment, the cover (106) may be transparent, translucent or may even be coloured without deviating from the scope of the present disclosure.

[0041] In an embodiment, the said cover (106) may be further defined with a socket (106b) as evident from FIG.3. The socket (106b) may be adapted to receive the light source (113) that may be accommodated in the recess (115) and configured to illuminate the licence plate (107). The socket (106b) may aid in holding the light source (113) within the recess (115). The said socket (106b) may be defined on one of the wall structures (106d) of the cover (106) as apparent from FIG.3. In an embodiment, the socket (106b) may be integrally defined with the cover (106). In another embodiment, the socket (106b) may be assembled into a provision defined on one of the wall structures (106d) of the cover (106). In some embodiment, the socket (106b) may be integrally defined with bulb holder, or the bulb holder may be assembled to the socket (106b) without deviating from the scope of the present disclosure. The said light source (113) may be coupled to the socket (106b). In another implementation, the light source (113) may be coupled to the holder within the socket (106b). In an embodiment, the socket (106b) may be electrically coupled to wire harness (114) as apparent from FIG.2. The wire harness (114) may be configured to power the light source (113).

[0042] The light source (113) received by the socket (106b) may be configured to move along with the cover (106). For example, when the cover (106) is removed from the recess (115) or inserted into the recess (115), the light source (113) may move relative to the movement of the cover (106). For instance, to replace the light source (113), the cover (106) may be removed from the recess (115) and pulled out. As the light source (113) is secured to the socket (106b), pulling out the cover (106) from the recess (115) exposes the light source (113). Thus, the light source (113) may be easily accessed for repairing or replacing. Likewise, once the light source (113) is replaced or repaired, the cover (106) may be inserted into the recess (115) and may be fastened. The wire harness (114) of appropriate length may be provided to accommodate the movement of the light source (113) along with the cover (106).

[0043] In an embodiment, the configuration of the cover (106) removably connectable to the recess (115) defined in the housing (109a) ensures that the light source (113) can be easily accessed in case of maintenance i.e., to repair or replace the light source. The service time for changing the light source (113) in the current configuration as elucidated is significantly lesser than the conventional setups. In the conventional set-ups the entire housing had to be removed from the vehicle to replace the light source configured to illuminate the licence plate which is not the case in the present disclosure. Also, the current configuration is cost effective, simple in construction along with being robust and compact.

[0044] The various embodiments of the present disclosure have been described above with reference to the accompanying drawings. The present disclosure is not limited to the illustrated embodiments; rather, these embodiments are intended to disclose the subject matter of the disclosure fully and completely to those skilled in this art. In the drawings, like numbers refer to like elements throughout. Thicknesses and dimensions of some components may be exaggerated for clarity.

[0045] Herein, the terms “attached”, “connected”, “interconnected”, “contacting”, “mounted”, “coupled” and the like mean either direct or indirect attachment or contact between elements, unless stated otherwise.

[0046] Well-known functions or constructions may not be described in detail for brevity and/or clarity. As used herein the expression “and/or” includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0047] The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the disclosure. As used herein, the singular forms “a”, “an” and “the” are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms “comprises…a”, “comprising”, “includes” and/or “including” when used in this specification, specify the presence of stated features, operations, elements, and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, operations, elements, components, and/or groups thereof.

[0048] While considerable emphasis has been placed herein on the particular features of this disclosure, it will be appreciated that various modifications can be made, and that many changes can be made in the preferred embodiments without departing from the principles of the disclosure. These and other modifications in the nature of the disclosure or the preferred embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art from the disclosure herein, whereby it is to be distinctly understood that the foregoing descriptive matter is to be interpreted merely as illustrative of the disclosure and not as a limitation.

EQUIVALENTS:
[0049] The embodiments herein and the various features and advantageous details thereof are explained with reference to the non-limiting embodiments in the description. Descriptions of well-known components and processing techniques are omitted so as to not unnecessarily obscure the embodiments herein. The examples used herein are intended merely to facilitate an understanding of ways in which the embodiments herein may be practiced and to further enable those of skill in the art to practice the embodiments herein. Accordingly, the examples should not be construed as limiting the scope of the embodiments herein.
[0050] The foregoing description of the specific embodiments will so fully reveal the general nature of the embodiments herein that others can, by applying current knowledge, readily modify and/or adapt for various applications such specific embodiments without departing from the generic concept, and, therefore, such adaptations and modifications should and are intended to be comprehended within the meaning and range of equivalents of the disclosed embodiments. It is to be understood that the phraseology or terminology employed herein is for the purpose of description and not of limitation. Therefore, while the embodiments herein have been described in terms of preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art will recognize that the embodiments herein can be practiced with modification within the spirit and scope of the embodiments as described herein.
[0051] Any discussion of documents, acts, materials, devices, articles and the like that has been included in this specification is solely for the purpose of providing a context for the disclosure. It is not to be taken as an admission that any or all of these matters form a part of the prior art base or were common general knowledge in the field relevant to the disclosure as it existed anywhere before the priority date of this application.
[0052] The numerical values mentioned for the various physical parameters, dimensions or quantities are only approximations and it is envisaged that the values higher/lower than the numerical values assigned to the parameters, dimensions or quantities fall within the scope of the disclosure, unless there is a statement in the specification specific to the contrary.
, Claims:We claim:
1. A rear structure (110) of a two-wheeled vehicle (100), comprising:
a rear frame;
a left side cover (105a) and a right-side cover (105b) mounted to the rear frame;
a housing (109a) secured to portion of the two-wheeled vehicle (100) towards the rear end, the housing (109a) defined with:
a recess (115) being configured to accommodate a light source (113) for emitting a light onto a license plate (107) positioned under the housing (109a); and
a cover (106) removably secured to the housing (109a) covering the recess (115).

2. The rear structure (110) as claimed in claim 1 comprises a rear fender (109b) defined with a mounting arrangement (107) being adapted to receive the license plate, wherein the mounting arrangement (107) is beneath the recess (115) defined in the housing (109a).

3. The rear structure (110) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the rear frame comprises:
a left seat rail;
a right seat rail; and
a cross member extending in a vehicle width direction and being coupled to the left seat rail and the right seat rail.

4. The rear structure (110) as claimed in claim 1 and 2, wherein the left side cover (105a) and the right-side cover (105b) mounted to the left seat rail and the right seat rail, respectively.

5. The rear structure (110) as claimed in claim 1 and 3, wherein the housing (109a) being secured to at least one of the left seat rail, the right seat rail and the cross member.

6. The rear structure (110) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the cover (106) comprises a base (106c), a wall structure (106d) extending upwardly from the base (106c) and configured to be inserted into the recess (115).

7. The rear structure (110) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the cover (106) being defined with one or more apertures (106e) configured to receive fastening elements (106a), the fastening elements (106a) being adapted to fasten the cover (106) to the recess (115).

8. The rear structure (110) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the cover (106) is defined with a socket (106b) to receive and support the light source (113).

9. The rear structure (110) as claimed in claim 7, wherein the socket (106b) is defined on one of the walls of the wall structure (106d).

10. The rear structure (110) as claimed in claim 1, wherein shape of the cover (106) conforms to shape of an inner surface of the recess (115).

11. The rear structure (110) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the housing (109a) being configured to removably accommodate a taillight assembly (111a).

12. A two-wheeled vehicle (100) comprising:
a body frame comprises:
a front structure (101) being configured to accommodate a steering mechanism (102); and
a rear structure (110) having a rear frame comprising:
a left seat rail and a right seat rail;
a cross member extending in a vehicle width direction and being coupled to the left seat rail and the right seat rail
a left side cover (105a) and a right-side cover (105b) mounted to the left seat rail and the right seat rail, respectively;
a housing (109a) secured to at least portion of the rear frame towards the rear end, the housing (109a) defined with:
a recess (115) being configured to accommodate a light source (113) for emitting a light onto a license plate positioned beneath the housing (109a); and
a cover (106) removably secured to the housing (109a) covering the recess (115);
a rear fender (109b) provided on the rear structure and defined with a mounting arrangement (107) being adapted to receive the license plate, wherein the mounting arrangement (107) is beneath the recess (115) defined in the housing (109a).