Description:

FORM 2
THE PATENTS ACT, 1970
(39 of 1970)
&
THE PATENTS RULES, 2003
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION
[See section 10, Rule 13]

“A VEHICLE”

HERO MOTOCORP LIMITED, an Indian Company at: The Grand Plaza, Plot No.2, Nelson Mandela Road, Vasant Kunj- Phase -II, New Delhi, India, 110 070

THE FOLLOWING SPECIFICATION PARTICULARLY DESCRIBES THE INVENTION AND THE MANNER IN WHICH IT IS TO BE PERFORMED.

FIELD OF THE INVENTION:
[001] The present invention relates to a vehicle. More particularly, the present invention relates to a floor board panel that enhances an aesthetic appeal of the vehicle in a first side view and a second side view and reduces chances of dirt accumulation in undesired position of the vehicle.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION:
[002] Traditionally, a vehicle comprises a main frame extending in a downward and rearward direction of the vehicle and a stand device coupled to the main frame at about a first set of pivot points. Also, a swing arm is pivotally coupled to the main frame at about a second set of pivot points, the second set of pivot points being located behind the first set of pivot points in a rearward direction of the vehicle. In the traditional vehicle, there is also provided a floor board panel, a first side floor panel, a second side floor panel, and an under floor panel linked to one another. The primary purpose of these panels is to hide the main frame.

[003] Since the second set of pivot points is located behind the first set of pivot points in a rearward direction of the vehicle, hiding the second set of pivot points hides the first set of pivot points. However, in many instances, it is merely preferred to hide the second set of pivot points and leave the first set of pivot points visible. Thus, conventionally, both the first set of pivot points and the second set of pivot points are left visible.

[004] Leaving the first set of pivot points and the second set of pivot points in a visible state, adversely affects the external aesthetic appeal of the vehicle. Also, there is chance that the external dirt may accumulate at about the second pivot points. Thus, there exists a need to address one or more of the aforesaid disadvantages.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION:
[005] This Summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts in a simplified form that are further described below in the Detailed Description. This Summary is not intended to identify key or essential features of the claimed subject matter, nor is it intended to be used as an aid in determining the scope of the claimed subject matter.

[006] In one aspect of the invention, there is provided a vehicle comprising: a main frame extending in a downward and rearward direction of the vehicle; a stand device coupled to the main frame at about a first set of pivot points; a floor board panel located above the main frame; a first side floor panel located along a first side of the main frame, the first side floor panel comprising a rear end terminating beyond the first set of pivot points along a rearward direction of the vehicle; a second side floor panel located along a second side of the main frame, the second side floor panel comprising a rear end terminating beyond the first set of pivot points along a rearward direction of the vehicle; and an under floor panel located below the main frame, the under floor panel comprising a rear end terminating beyond the first set of pivot points along a rearward direction of the vehicle.

[007] In an embodiment of the invention, the rear end of the first side floor panel terminates at a location between the first set of pivot points and a predetermined portion of the stand device, when the stand device is in a retracted state.

[008] In another embodiment of the invention, the rear end of the second side floor panel terminates at a location between the first set of pivot points and the predetermined portion of the stand device, when the stand device is in a retracted state.

[009] In yet another embodiment of the invention, the rear end of the under floor panel terminates at a location between the first set of pivot points and the predetermined portion of the stand device, when the stand device is in a retracted state.

[0010] In still another embodiment of the invention, the vehicle comprises a swing arm coupled the main frame at about a second set of pivot points, the second set of pivot points being located behind the first set of pivot points in a rearward direction of the vehicle.

[0011] In a further embodiment of the invention, the rear end of the first side floor panel terminates beyond the second set of pivot points along a rearward direction of the vehicle.

[0012] In a furthermore embodiment of the invention, the rear end of the second side floor panel terminates beyond the second set of pivot points along a rearward direction of the vehicle.

[0013] In another embodiment of the invention, the rear end of the under floor panel terminates beyond the second set of pivot points along a rearward direction of the vehicle.

[0014] In yet another embodiment of the invention, the rear end of the first side floor panel terminates at a location between the second set of pivot points and a predetermined portion of the stand device, when the stand device is in a retracted state.

[0015] In still another embodiment of the invention, the rear end of the second side floor panel terminates at a location between the second set of pivot points and the predetermined portion of the stand device, when the stand device is in a retracted state.

[0016] In a further embodiment of the invention, the rear end of the under floor panel terminates at a location between the second set of pivot points and the predetermined portion of the stand device, when the stand device is in a retracted state.

[0017] In a furthermore embodiment of the invention, the under floor panel comprises a first hiding part adapted to at least partially cover the second set of pivot points in a first side view of the vehicle and a second hiding part adapted to at least partially cover the second set of pivot points in a second side view of the vehicle.

[0018] In another embodiment of the invention, the under floor panel comprises a remaining part adapted to cover the main frame from an underside, the remaining part extends up to the first set of pivot points and does not overlap with the first set of pivot points in a side view of the vehicle.

[0019] Advantages of invention are the first side floor panel, the second side floor panel, and the under floor panel now effectively hide the second set of pivot points. Thus, an external aesthetic appeal of the vehicle is improved. In addition, the first side floor panel, the second side floor panel, and the under floor panel now effectively protects the pivot points from dirt and/or dust particles.

[0020] Since the rear end of the first side floor panel, the rear end of the second side floor panel and the rear end of the under floor panel terminates at a location between the first set of pivot points and a predetermined portion of the stand device, when the stand device is in a retracted state, the first side floor panel, and more particularly between the second set of pivot points and a predetermined portion of the stand device, when the stand device is in a retracted state, the first side floor panel, the second side floor panel and the under floor panel hide at least a part of swing arm and does not interfere in an operation of the stand device.

[0021] Additionally, since each of the first set of coupling elements and second set of coupling elements is not visible in a side view of the vehicle, an external aesthetic appeal of the vehicle is improved. Since the third set of coupling elements is disposed at about an underside of the first side frame and the second side frame, even the third set of coupling elements is not visible in a side view of the vehicle and hence, an external aesthetic appeal of the vehicle is improved.

[0022] To further clarify the advantages and features of the invention, a more particular description of the invention will be rendered by reference to specific embodiments thereof, which is illustrated in the appended drawings. It is appreciated that these drawings depict only typical embodiments of the invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope. The invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the accompanying drawings.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES:
[0023] In order that the invention may be readily understood and put into practical effect, reference will now be made to exemplary embodiments as illustrated with reference to the accompanying drawings, where like reference numerals refer to identical or functionally similar elements throughout the separate views. The figures together with a detailed description below, are incorporated in and form part of the specification, and serve to further illustrate the embodiments and explain various principles and advantages, in accordance with the present invention where:

[0024] Figure 1 illustrates a first side view of a vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 2 illustrates a first side view of a part of the vehicle showing the floor board panel, the first side floor panel, and the under floor panel linked to the main frame, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 3 illustrates a first side view of a part of the vehicle showing the main frame coupled to the stand device and the swing arm in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 4 illustrates a first side exploded view of a part of the vehicle showing the floor board panel, the first side floor panel, the second side floor panel, the under floor panel, and the main frame, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 5 illustrates a first side view of a part of the vehicle showing a portion of under floor panel coupled to the main frame and hiding the second set of pivot points in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 6 illustrates a first side view of a part of the vehicle showing the under floor panel, the first side floor panel and the second side floor panel coupled to the main frame and hiding the second set of pivot points in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention; and

[0030] Figure 7 illustrates a first side view of a part of the vehicle showing the under floor panel, the first side floor panel, the second side floor panel and the floor board panel coupled to the main frame and hiding the second set of pivot points in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] It may be noted that to the extent possible, like reference numerals have been used to represent like elements in the drawings. Further, skilled artisans will appreciate that elements in the drawings are illustrated for simplicity and may not have been 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 aspects of the present invention. Furthermore, one or more elements may have been represented in the drawings by conventional symbols, and the drawings may show only those specific details that are pertinent to understanding the embodiments of the present invention so as not to obscure the drawings with details that will be readily apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the description herein.

Detailed Description of the Invention:
[0032] For the purpose of promoting an understanding of the principles of the invention, reference will now be made to the embodiment illustrated in the drawings and specific language will be used to describe the same. It will nevertheless be understood that no limitation of the scope of the invention is thereby intended, such alterations and further modifications in the illustrated device, and such further applications of the principles of the invention as illustrated therein being contemplated as would normally occur to one skilled in the art to which the invention relates.

[0033] It will be understood by those skilled in the art that the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are explanatory of the invention and are not intended to be restrictive thereof.

[0034] As used in the description herein and throughout the claims that follow, the meaning of “a,” “an,” and “the” includes plural reference unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Also, as used in the description herein, the meaning of “in” includes “in” and “on” unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.

[0035] Reference throughout this specification to “an aspect”, “another aspect” or similar language means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with the embodiment is included in at least one embodiment of the present invention. Thus, appearances of the phrase “in an embodiment”, “in another embodiment”, and similar language throughout this specification may, but do not necessarily, all refer to the same embodiment.

[0036] The terms "comprises", "comprising", or any other variations thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, such that one or more devices or sub-systems or elements or structures or components proceeded by "comprises... a" does not, without more constraints, preclude the existence of other devices or other sub-systems or other elements or other structures or other components or additional devices or additional sub-systems or additional elements or additional structures or additional components.

[0037] As used herein, and unless the context dictates otherwise, the terms "coupled to", “connected to”, “operably connected to”, and “operatively connected to” are intended to include both direct connection / coupling (in which two elements that are coupled / connected to each other contact each other) and indirect coupling / connection (in which at least one additional element is located between the two elements). Therefore, the terms "coupled to" and "coupled with" are used synonymously. Similarly, the terms “connected to” and “connected with” are used synonymously.

[0038] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one ordinary skilled in the art to which this invention belongs. The device, methods, and examples provided herein are illustrative only and not intended to be limiting.

[0039] The use of any and all examples, or exemplary language (e.g. “such as”) provided with respect to certain embodiments herein is intended merely to better illuminate the invention and does not pose a limitation on the scope of the invention otherwise claimed. No language in the specification should be construed as indicating any non-claimed element as being essential to the practice of the invention.

[0040] Groupings of alternative elements or embodiments of the invention disclosed herein are not to be construed as limitations. Each group member can be referred to and claimed individually or in any combination with other members of the group or other elements found herein. One or more members of a group can be included in, or deleted from, a group for reasons of convenience and/or patentability. When any such inclusion or deletion occurs, the specification is herein deemed to contain the group as modified thus fulfilling the written description of all Markush groups used in the appended claims.

[0041] Embodiments of the present invention will be described below in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0042] The terms “front / forward”, “rear / rearward / back / backward”, “up / upper / top”, “down / lower / lower ward / downward, bottom”, “left / leftward”, “right / rightward” used therein represents the directions as seen from a vehicle driver sitting astride and these directions are referred by arrows F, R, U, D in the Figures.

[0043] While the present invention is illustrated in the context of a vehicle, however, cover and aspects and features thereof can be used with other types of vehicles as well. The terms “vehicle”, “two wheeled vehicle” and “motorcycle” have been interchangeably used throughout the description. The term “vehicle” comprises vehicles such as motorcycles, scooters, bicycles, mopeds, scooter type vehicles, All-Terrain Vehicles (ATV) and the like.

[0044] Referring to Figure 1, there is illustrated a vehicle (10) that comprises a front end structure (12), a rear end structure (14), and an intermediate structure (16). The front end structure (12) forms the front portion of the vehicle (10). The rear end structure (14) forms the rear portion of the vehicle (10). The intermediate structure (16) lies between the front end structure (12) and the rear end structure (14).

[0045] The front end structure (12) comprises a front ground engaging member (18), and a steering mechanism (20). The front ground engaging member (18) is operatively connected to the steering mechanism (20). In the illustrated example, the front ground engaging member (18) embodies a wheel. Alternatively, the front ground engaging member (18) embodies a track, without limiting the scope of the invention. The steering mechanism (20) comprises a head pipe (22) supporting a front fork (24) in a steerable manner and a handlebar (26) for steering the front fork (24). The handlebar (26) is configured to be rotated by the rider to steer the vehicle (10). The vehicle (10) further comprises a main frame (28) supporting the front end structure (12), and the rear end structure (14). The main frame (28) extends in a rearward and downward direction of the vehicle (10) from the head pipe (22).

[0046] Further, the front end structure (12) comprises a front cover (30) and a leg shield (32) at least partially covering the head pipe (22). The leg shield (32) provides protection for the feet of the rider of the vehicle (10). The front end structure (12) further comprises a dash assembly (not shown). The dash assembly comprises a display unit (not shown). The display unit displays information about the vehicle (10) to the rider. The dash assembly may comprise additional components such as LCD, GPS, graphical user interface (GUI), etc. without limiting the scope of the invention. The dash assembly is supported on the handlebar (26). The front end structure (12) may further comprise additional components such as handle cover, windscreen, headlight, mirror(s), turn indicator(s), etc. without limiting the scope of the invention.

[0047] The rear end structure (14) comprises a seat (34) and a rear ground engaging member (36). The seat (34) provides seating for a rider of the vehicle (10). The seat (34) is supported by the main frame (28). The rear ground end structure further comprises a power unit (not visible) disposed under the seat (34) and a storage compartment (not visible) disposed under the seat (38). The rear ground engaging member (36) underlies the seat (34) and is driven by the power unit. The power unit may be any of an internal combustion engine or an electrical powering unit, such as a motor. In the illustrated example, the rear ground engaging member (36) embodies a wheel. Alternatively, the rear ground engaging member (36) embodies a track, without limiting the scope of the invention. The rear ground engaging member (36) is pivotally coupled to the main frame (28) via a swing arm (38). The swing arm (38) may also pivotally support the power unit. The rear end structure (14) comprises a rear cover element (40) extending in a rearward direction of the vehicle (10) so as to at least partially cover a rear portion of the main frame (28) from a first side and a second side of the vehicle (10). The rear end structure (14) may further comprise additional elements, not explicitly disclosed. For instance, the rear end structure (14) may comprise tail lights, rear-left winker, rear-right winker, suspension system, etc.

[0048] Now referring to Figure 2 which illustrates a first side view of the intermediate structure (16) of the vehicle (10), in an embodiment of the invention, the intermediate structure (16) comprise a first side floor panel (42) extending along a first side of the main frame (28) and a second side floor panel (44) extending along a second side of the main frame (28). The intermediate structure (16) of the vehicle (10) further comprises a floor board panel (46) located above the main frame (28) and an under floor panel (48) located below the main frame (28). The first side floor panel (42), the second side floor panel (44), the floor board panel (46), and the under floor panel (48) are coupled to the main frame (28) so as to hide the main frame (28) in a first side view, a second side view, a top view, and a bottom view of the vehicle (10), respectively. The intermediate structure (16) of the vehicle (10) further comprises a stand device (50) coupled to the main frame (28).

[0049] Now referring to Figure 3, which illustrates a view of the main frame (28), in an embodiment of the invention, the main frame (28) attached to the stand device (50) is pivotally coupled to the main frame (28) at a first set of pivot points (52). Also, the swing arm (38) is coupled to the main frame (28) at a second set of pivot points (54). In an embodiment of the invention, the second set of pivot points (54) is located behind the first set of pivot points (52) in a rearward direction of the vehicle (10).

[0050] Now referring back to Figure 2, the first side floor panel (42) comprises a rear end (56) and the under floor panel (48) comprises a rear end (60). In an embodiment of the invention, the rear end (56) of the first side floor panel (42) terminates beyond the first set of pivot points (52) along a rearward direction of the vehicle (10). In an embodiment of the invention, the rear end (60) of the under floor panel (48) terminates beyond the first set of pivot points (52) along a rearward direction of the vehicle (10).

[0051] Also, it can be seen that the rear end (56) of the first side floor panel (42) terminates at a location between the first set of pivot points (52) and a predetermined portion of the stand device (50), when the stand device (50) is in a retracted state. Further, the rear end (60) of the under floor panel (48) terminates at a location between the first set of pivot points (52) and the predetermined portion of the stand device (50), when the stand device (50) is in a retracted state.

[0052] In an embodiment of the invention, the second side floor panel (44) comprises a rear end (58). In an embodiment of the invention, the rear end (58) of the second side floor panel (44) terminates beyond the first set of pivot points (52) along a rearward direction of the vehicle (10). Also, it can be seen that the rear end (58) of the second side floor panel (44) terminates at a location between the first set of pivot points (52) and the predetermined portion of the stand device (50), when the stand device (50) is in a retracted state.

[0053] In an embodiment of the invention, the rear end (56) of the first side floor panel (42) also terminates beyond the second set of pivot points (54) along a rearward direction of the vehicle (10). In particular, the rear end (56) of the first side floor panel (42) terminates at a location between the second set of pivot points (54) and a predetermined portion of the stand device (50), when the stand device (50) is in a retracted state.

[0054] Also, the rear end (60) of the under floor panel (48) terminates beyond the second set of pivot points (54) along a rearward direction of the vehicle (10). In particular, the rear end (60) of the under floor panel (48) terminates at a location between the second set of pivot points (54) and the predetermined portion of the stand device (50), when the stand device (50) is in a retracted state.

[0055] In an embodiment of the invention, the rear end (58) of the second side floor panel (44) terminates beyond the second set of pivot points (54) along a rearward direction of the vehicle (10). In particular, the rear end (58) of the second side floor panel (44) terminates at a location between the second set of pivot points (54) and the predetermined portion of the stand device (50), when the stand device (50) is in a retracted state.

[0056] In an embodiment of the invention, the under floor panel (48) comprises a first hiding part (62) adapted to at least partially cover the second set of pivot points (54) in a first side view of the vehicle (10). In an embodiment of the invention, the under floor panel (48) comprises a second hiding part (64) adapted to at least partially cover the second set of pivot points (54) in a second side view of the vehicle (10).

[0057] In an embodiment of the invention, the under floor panel (48) comprises a remaining part (66) adapted to cover the main frame (28) from an underside, the remaining part extends up to the first set of pivot points (52) and does not overlap with the first set of pivot points (52) in a both the first side view as well as the second side view of the vehicle (10).

[0058] Now referring to Figures 4, there is illustrated an exploded view of the vehicle showing the main frame (28), the floor board panel (46), the first side floor panel (42), the second side floor panel (44), the under floor panel (48), in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. Referring to Figure 5 to Figure 7 a sequence of joining the elements to the main frame (28). By way of a non-limiting example, the under floor panel (48) is joined to the main frame (28) such that the second set of pivot points are hidden by the under floor panel (48), as specifically shown in Figure 5. Thereafter, the first side floor panel (42) and the second side floor panel (44) is joined to the main frame (28), as specifically shown in Figure 6. Finally, the floor board panel (46) is joined to the main frame (28), as specifically shown in Figure 7.

[0059] In yet another embodiment of the invention, the first side floor panel is coupled to the main frame (28) vide a first set of coupling elements (not shown) disposed on the first side of the main frame (28). In still another embodiment of the invention, the second side floor panel is coupled to the main frame (28) vide a second set of coupling elements (not shown) disposed on the second side of the main frame (28). In a further embodiment of the invention, the under floor panel is coupled to the main frame (28) vide a third set of coupling elements (not shown) disposed at about an underside of the main frame (28). In a furthermore embodiment of the invention, each of the first set of coupling elements and second set of coupling elements is not visible in a side view of the vehicle.

[0060] In accordance with the embodiment of the invention, the rear end (56) of the first side floor panel (42), the rear end (58) of the second side floor panel (44) and the rear end (60) of the under floor panel (48) extend beyond the first set of pivot points (52) without covering the first set of pivot points (52). Also, the rear end (56) of the first side floor panel (42), the rear end (58) of the second side floor panel (44) and the rear end (60) of the under floor panel (48) extend beyond the second set of pivot points (54), but covers the second set of pivot points (54) in both the first side view as well as the second side view of the vehicle (10). Further, while the under floor panel (48) comprises the first hiding part (62) adapted to at least partially cover the second set of pivot points (54) in a first side view of the vehicle (10) and a second hiding part (64) adapted to at least partially cover the second set of pivot points (54) in a second side view of the vehicle (10); a remaining part (66) of the under floor panel (48) is adapted to cover the main frame (28) from an underside and in particular, the remaining part (66) extends up to the first set of pivot points (52) and does not overlap with the first set of pivot points (52) in a side view of the vehicle (10).

[0061] Advantages of invention are the first side floor panel, the second side floor panel, and the under floor panel now effectively hide the second set of pivot points. Thus, an external aesthetic appeal of the vehicle is improved.

[0062] Another advantage of the invention, the first side floor panel, the second side floor panel and the under floor panel hide at least a part of swing arm and does not interfere in an operation of the stand device.

[0063] Yet another advantage of the invention is that the first set of coupling elements and second set of coupling elements is not visible in a side view of the vehicle. Thus, an external aesthetic appeal of the vehicle is improved. Since the third set of coupling elements is disposed at about an underside of the main frame (28) is not substantially visible in a side view of the vehicle and hence, an external aesthetic appeal of the vehicle is improved.

[0064] While specific language has been used to describe the disclosure, any limitations arising on account of the same are not intended. As would be apparent to a person in the art, various working modifications may be made to the method in order to implement the inventive concept as taught herein.

[0065] The figures and the forgoing description give examples of embodiments. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that one or more of the described elements may well be combined into a single functional element. Alternatively, certain elements may be split into multiple functional elements. Elements from one embodiment may be added to another embodiment. For example, orders of processes described herein may be changed and are not limited to the manner described herein. Moreover, the actions of any flow diagram need not be implemented in the order shown; nor do all of the acts necessarily need to be performed. Also, those acts that are not dependent on other acts may be performed in parallel with the other acts. The scope of embodiments is by no means limited by these specific examples. Numerous variations, whether explicitly given in the specification or not, such as differences in structure, dimension, and use of material, are possible. The scope of embodiments is at least as broad as given by the following claims.
, Claims:WE CLAIM:

1. A vehicle (10) comprising:
a main frame (28) extending in a downward and rearward direction of the vehicle (10);
a stand device (50) coupled to the main frame (28) at about a first set of pivot points (52);
a floor board panel (46) located above the main frame (28);
a first side floor panel (42) located along a first side of the main frame (28), the first side floor panel (42) comprising a rear end (56) terminating beyond the first set of pivot points (52) along a rearward direction of the vehicle (10);
a second side floor panel (44) located along a second side of the main frame (28), the second side floor panel (44) comprising a rear end (58) terminating beyond the first set of pivot points (52) along a rearward direction of the vehicle (10); and
an under floor panel (48) located below the main frame (28), the under floor panel comprising a rear end (60) terminating beyond the first set of pivot points (52) along a rearward direction of the vehicle (10).

2. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein:
the rear end (56) of the first side floor panel (42) terminates at a location between the first set of pivot points (52) and a predetermined portion of the stand device (50), when the stand device (50) is in a retracted state;
the rear end (58) of the second side floor panel (44) terminates at a location between the first set of pivot points (52) and the predetermined portion of the stand device (50), when the stand device (50) is in a retracted state; and
the rear end (60) of the under floor panel (48) terminates at a location between the first set of pivot points (52) and the predetermined portion of the stand device (50), when the stand device (50) is in a retracted state.

3. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, comprising a swing arm (38) coupled the main frame (28) at about a second set of pivot points (54), the second set of pivot points (54) being located behind the first set of pivot points (52) in a rearward direction of the vehicle (10).

4. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 3, wherein:
the rear end (56) of the first side floor panel (42) terminates beyond the second set of pivot points (54) along a rearward direction of the vehicle (10);
the rear end (58) of the second side floor panel (44) terminates beyond the second set of pivot points (54) along a rearward direction of the vehicle (10); and
the rear end (60) of the under floor panel (48) terminates beyond the second set of pivot points (54) along a rearward direction of the vehicle (10).

5. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 4, wherein:
the rear end (56) of the first side floor panel (42) terminates at a location between the second set of pivot points (54) and a predetermined portion of the stand device (50), when the stand device (50) is in a retracted state;
the rear end (58) of the second side floor panel (44) terminates at a location between the second set of pivot points (54) and the predetermined portion of the stand device (50), when the stand device (50) is in a retracted state; and
the rear end (60) of the under floor panel (48) terminates at a location between the second set of pivot points (54) and the predetermined portion of the stand device (50), when the stand device (50) is in a retracted state.

6. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 3, wherein the under floor panel (48) comprises a first hiding part (62) adapted to at least partially cover the second set of pivot points (54) in a first side view of the vehicle (10) and a second hiding part (64) adapted to at least partially cover the second set of pivot points (54) in a second side view of the vehicle (10).

7. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 6, wherein the under floor panel (48) comprises a remaining part (66) adapted to cover the main frame (28) from an underside, the remaining part extends up to the first set of pivot points (52) and does not overlap with the first set of pivot points (52) in a side view of the vehicle (10).