Claims:WE CLAIM:
1. An integrated mounting structure (100) for a two-wheeled vehicle (200), the mounting structure (100) comprising:
a first portion (102), said first portion (102) being adapted to support a battery (202) of the vehicle (200); and
a second portion (104), said second portion (104) extending from the first portion (102) and adapted to support one or more electrical components (204) of the vehicle (200), the second portion (104) defined with one or more one mounting lugs (106) for supporting the one or more electrical components (204) of the vehicle (200).

2. The mounting structure (100) as claimed in claim 1 is adapted to be mounted onto a portion of one of a pair of upper frame members (210L, 210R) of a frame assembly (206) of the vehicle (200) and a portion of a side frame members (214L, 214R).

3. The mounting structure (100) as claimed in claim 2 is mounted on one of a right-side and a left-side of the vehicle (200) on the frame assembly (206).

4. The mounting structure (100) as claimed in claim 3 is disposed in an interior portion (208), said interior portion (208) being defined by said pair of upper frame members (210L, 210R), a center frame member (212) and said pair of side frame members (214L, 214R) of the frame assembly (206).

5. The mounting structure (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first portion (102) is defined with a peripheral wall (108), the peripheral wall (108) forming a rectangular profile on the first portion (102) for supporting the battery (202).

6. The mounting structure (100) as claimed in claim 5, wherein the peripheral wall (108) is adapted to receive a mounting member (110) for clamping the battery (202) onto the first portion (102).

7. The mounting structure (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the second portion (104) comprises an axis (X-X’) aligned along a longitudinal axis (A-A’) of the vehicle (200).

8. The mounting structure (100) as claimed in claim 7, wherein each of the one or more mounting lugs (106) is oriented about the axis (X-X’).

9. The mounting structure (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the one or more electrical components (204) comprises relays and on-board diagnostic systems of the vehicle (200).

10. A two-wheeled vehicle (200), comprising:
a frame assembly (206), said frame assembly (206) comprising a main tube (206a);
a pair of upper frame members (210L, 210R) extending rearwardly from said main tube (206a); and
an integrated mounting structure (100) mounted on a portion of one of said pair of upper frame members (210L, 210R) of said frame assembly (206), the integrated mounting structure (100) comprising:
a first portion (102) adapted to support a battery (202) of the vehicle (200); and
a second portion (104) extending from the first portion (102) and adapted to support one or more electrical components (204) of the vehicle (200), the second portion (104) defined with one or more mounting lugs (106) for supporting the one or more electrical components (204) of the vehicle (200).

11. The vehicle (200) as claimed in claim 10, wherein the integrated mounting structure (100) is sandwich mounted onto one of said pair of upper frame members (210L, 210R) of said frame assembly (206) along with a mounting bracket of a vehicle component.

12. The vehicle (200) as claimed in claim 11, wherein the integrated mounting structure (100) is mounted on one of a right-side and a left-side of the vehicle (200) on the frame member (206).

13. The vehicle (200) as claimed in claim 12, wherein the integrated mounting structure (100) is mounted in an interior portion (208) defined by said pair of upper frame members (210L, 210R), a center frame member (212) and a pair of side frames (214L, 214R) of the frame assembly (206).

14. The vehicle (200) as claimed in claim 10, wherein the first portion (102) is defined with a peripheral wall (108), the peripheral wall (108) forming a rectangular profile on the first portion (102) for supporting the battery (202).

15. The vehicle (200) as claimed in claim 14, wherein the peripheral wall (108) is adapted to receive a mounting member (110) for clamping the battery (202) onto the first portion (102).

16. The vehicle (200) as claimed in claim 10, wherein the second portion (104) comprises an axis (X-X’) aligned along a longitudinal axis (A-A’) of the vehicle (200).

17. The vehicle (200) as claimed in claim 16, wherein each of the one or more mounting lugs (106) is oriented about the axis (X-X’).
, Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[001] The present invention relates to a two-wheeled vehicle. More particularly, relates to an integrated mounting structure for the two-wheeled vehicle for mounting one or more electrical components of the vehicle.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[002] In a vehicle, such as a two-wheeled vehicle, a plurality of electrical components such as a battery, a relay and other electrical components are provided for ensuring optimum operation of the vehicle. Typically, a separate mounting structure is provided for each of the electrical components, for mounting each of the electrical components on the vehicle. However, providing separate mounting structure for each of the electrical components increases part count in the vehicle and is expensive. Also, due to the separate mounting structure, the electrical components are located at a distance from the battery in some configurations. As such, the length of wiring harness running across the vehicle from the electrical components to the battery and then to other connecting vehicle components increases, thereby increasing the complexity of the electrical circuitry in the vehicle, while also complicating the structure of the vehicle.
[003] Further, the battery and other electrical components are generally assembled between a frame assembly of the vehicle and are enclosed by body panels of the vehicle for ensuring safety from climatic conditions. However, during service of such an assembly, the body panels and/or battery are required to be removed for accessing the electrical components to be serviced, making the disassembly process laborious and time-consuming. Additionally, it is also tedious to reach certain areas in the frame assembly for accessing the electrical components due to smaller dimensions and narrow passages, which is undesirable.
[004] Furthermore, in conventional mounting structures for the battery and the electrical components, one or more mounting lugs for mounting of the electrical components may be provided and aligned along the longitudinal axis of the vehicle. Such a construction makes the mounting structure bulky and consequently, hampers disassembly of a particular electrical component due to interconnections of other electrical components. Moreover, bulkiness of the mounting structure consequently occupies larger space on the frame assembly of the vehicle, inherently affecting packaging of the vehicle and makes the vehicle bulky, which is undesirable.
[005] In view of the above, there is a need for an integrated mounted structure for a two-wheeled vehicle, which addresses one or more limitations stated above.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[006] In one aspect, an integrated mounting structure for a two-wheeled vehicle is disclosed. The mounting structure comprises a first portion adapted to support a battery of the vehicle. A second portion extends from the first portion and is adapted to support one or more electrical components of the vehicle. The second portion is defined with one or more one mounting lugs for supporting the one or more electrical components of the vehicle.
[007] In an embodiment, the mounting structure is adapted to be mounted onto a portion of one of a pair of upper frame members of a frame assembly of the vehicle and a portion of a side frame members.
[008] In an embodiment, the mounting structure is mounted on one of a right-side and a left-side of the vehicle on the frame assembly.
[009] In an embodiment, the mounting structure is disposed in an interior portion defined by said pair of upper frame members, a center frame member and pair of side frame members of the frame assembly.
[010] In an embodiment, the first portion is defined with a peripheral wall. The peripheral wall forms a rectangular profile on the first portion for supporting the battery.
[011] In an embodiment, the peripheral wall is adapted to receive a mounting member for clamping the battery onto the first portion.
[012] In an embodiment, the second portion comprises an axis X-X’ aligned along a longitudinal axis A-A’ of the vehicle.
[013] In an embodiment, each of the one or more mounting lugs is oriented about the axis X-X’.
[014] In an embodiment, the one or more electrical components comprises relays and on-board diagnostic systems of the vehicle.
[015] In another aspect, the two-wheeled vehicle is disclosed. The vehicle comprises a frame assembly comprising a main tube and the pair of upper frame members extend rearwardly from said main tube. The integrated mounting structure is mounted on a portion of one of said pair of upper frame members of the frame assembly. The integrated mounting structure comprises the first portion adapted to support the battery of the vehicle. The second portion extends from the first portion and is adapted to support one or more electrical components of the vehicle. The second portion is defined with one or more mounting lugs for supporting the one or more electrical components of the vehicle.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[016] Reference will be made to embodiments of the invention, examples of which may be illustrated in accompanying figures. These figures are intended to be illustrative, not limiting. Although the invention is generally described in context of these embodiments, it should be understood that it is not intended to limit the scope of the invention to these particular embodiments.
Figure 1 is a schematic view of a two-wheeled vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 2 is an exploded view of an integrated mounting structure mounted on a frame assembly of the vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 3 is an exploded view of the integrated mounting structure mounted on the frame assembly, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 4 is a right-side view of the frame assembly including the integrated mounting structure, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 5 is a perspective view of the frame assembly including the integrated mounting structure, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 6 is a perspective view of the integrated mounting structure, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 7 is a perspective view of the integrated mounting structure, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 8 is a top view of the frame assembly including the integrated mounting structure, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 9 is a right-side view of the frame assembly including a cover member mounted over the integrated mounting structure, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 10 is a sectional view of the frame assembly about axis Y-Y’ in Figure 9, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[017] Various features and embodiments of the present invention here will be discernible from the following further description thereof, set out hereunder.
[018] Figure 1 illustrates a schematic view of a two-wheeled vehicle 200, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. As an example, the two-wheeled vehicle 200 is a motorcycle. The vehicle 200 comprises a prime mover 216 that is adapted to generate motive force required for movement of the vehicle 200. In an embodiment, the prime mover 216 is an internal combustion engine, which is preferably a single-cylinder engine. In another embodiment, the prime mover 216 is an electric motor. The vehicle 200 comprises a front wheel 218, a rear wheel 220, a frame assembly 206 (for e.g. as shown in Figures 2-5), a seat assembly, and a fuel tank 236. In an embodiment, the seat assembly includes a seat 222 for a rider and a pillion seat 222’ for a pillion.
[019] Further, an upper portion of the front wheel 218 is covered by a front fender 224 mounted to a lower portion of a telescopic suspension unit 226 at the end of a steering shaft (not shown). As such, the front wheel 218 is supported by the telescopic suspension unit 226. A handlebar 228 is fixed to an upper bracket (not shown) and can rotate about the steering shaft for maneuvering the vehicle 200. A headlight 230, a visor guard (not shown) and instrument cluster 232 are arranged on an upper portion of a head pipe 234 (shown in Figures 2-5).
[020] The fuel tank 236 is mounted on a main tube 206a (shown in Figures 2-5) of the frame assembly 206. A swingarm tube 238 is connected to the frame assembly 206 to swing vertically, and the rear wheel 220 is connected to a rear end of the swingarm tube 238. Generally, the swingarm tube 238 is supported by a shock absorber 240 which can be a mono shock absorber or through a shock absorber (not shown) on either side of the vehicle 200. A taillight unit 242 is disposed at the end of the vehicle 200 and at the rear of the seat assembly. A grab rail 244 is also provided to a pair of upper frame members 210L, 210R (shown in Figures 2-5). The rear wheel 220 arranged below the seat 222 rotates by the motive force of the prime mover 216. In an embodiment, the motive force is transmitted through a chain drive (not shown).
[021] Further, a rear fender 246 is disposed above the rear wheel 220. In an embodiment, for prime mover 216 of internal combustion engine type, an exhaust pipe 248 extends vertically downward from the prime mover 216 and then extends below the prime mover 216 longitudinally along the length of the vehicle 200 before terminating in a muffler 250. The muffler 250 is typically disposed adjoining the rear wheel 220.
[022] Referring to Figures 2 and 3 in conjunction with Figure 1, the frame assembly 206 comprises the head pipe 234 that supports the steering shaft and the telescopic suspension unit 226. The head pipe 234 supports a steering shaft (not shown) and the telescopic suspension unit 226 (shown in Figure 1) attached to the steering shaft through a lower bracket (not shown). The main tube 206a extends rearwardly from the head pipe 234 and is adapted to support the fuel tank 236. A downtube 252 also extends slantingly downward from the head pipe 234 and is positioned in front of the prime mover 216. In an embodiment, a lower portion of the downtube 252 may engage with a lower frame member 254. In an embodiment, the downtube 252 includes a right-side downtube 252R and a left-side downtube 252L extending on the right and left sides of the head pipe 234 respectively. The downtubes 252L, 252R may connect with the lower frame member 254. Also, a pair of upper frame members 210L, 210R extend rearwardly from the main tube 206a and are adapted to support the seat 222 and the pillion seat 222’. Thus, the upper frame members 210L, 210R acts as seat rails for the vehicle 200.
[023] Further, the frame assembly 206 includes a center frame member 212 (shown in Figure 3) that extends downwardly from the main tube 206a. In an embodiment, the center frame member 212 extends downwardly from the main tube 206a and connects with the lower bracket member 254. Also, the frame assembly 206 includes a pair of side frame members 214L, 214R that extend from the upper frame members 210L, 210R and connect with the lower bracket member 254. The side frame members 214L, 214R are provided such that an interior portion 208 (as shown in Figure 3) is defined between the upper frame members 210L, 210R, the center frame member 212 and the side frame members 214L, 214R. In the present embodiment, profile of the interior portion 208 is triangular. Additionally, the frame assembly 206 is adapted to support an integrated mounting structure 100. The description pertaining to the integrated mounting structure 100 is provided in detail in Figures 6 and 7.
[024] Referring to Figures 6 and 7, the integrated mounting structure 100 (hereinafter referred to as ‘structure 100’) is depicted. The structure 100 is adapted to support a battery 202 and one or more electrical components 204 such as relays or on-board diagnostic systems of the vehicle 200. The term “one or more electrical components 204” is hereinafter interchangeably referred to as electrical component 204 or electrical components 204. The structure 100 ensures ease of assembly and disassembly of the electrical components 204 during a maintenance event or a service. The structure 100 is also adapted to ensure compact packaging of the electrical components 204 in the vehicle 200, thereby minimizing space occupied by the electrical components 204 in the vehicle 200.
[025] The structure 100 comprises a first portion 102 adapted to support the battery 202 of the vehicle 200. The first portion 102 is defined with a peripheral wall 108 which supports the battery 202. As such, the first portion 102 may be defined with a profile corresponding to the profile of the battery 202, for supporting the battery 202. In the present embodiment, the peripheral wall 108 forms a rectangular profile on the first portion 102 for supporting the battery 202. In an embodiment, the peripheral wall 108 is defined with dimensions suitable for stably supporting the battery 202 and to prevent misalignment of the battery 202 during operation of the vehicle 200.
[026] The peripheral wall 108 is adapted to receive a mounting member 110 (as shown in Figures 4 and 5) for clamping the battery 202 onto the first portion 102. In an embodiment, the peripheral wall 108 is defined with slots (not shown) along its periphery at strategic locations, for receiving the mounting member 110. The slots engage with the mounting member 110 to clamp the battery 202 onto the first portion 102. In an embodiment, the mounting member 110 is a clamp which engages with the slots provided on the peripheral wall 108 via a fastener (not shown). As such, the clamp upon fastening onto the peripheral wall 108, also holds or supports the battery 202 onto the first portion 102. In an embodiment, the mounting member 110 is made of a metallic material, a non-metallic material or a composite material as per design feasibility and requirement.
[027] Further, the structure 100 comprises a second portion 104 that extends from the first portion 102 and is adapted to support the electrical components 204 of the vehicle 200. The second portion 104 is defined with an axis X-X’ aligned with respect to the longitudinal axis A-A’ (as shown in Figure 8) of the vehicle 200. In an embodiment, the axis X-X’ of the second portion 104 is parallel to the longitudinal axis A-A’. Alternatively, the orientation of the axis X-X’ can be selected with respect to the longitudinal axis A-A’ as per design feasibility and requirement.
[028] The second portion 104 is defined with one or more mounting lugs 106 adapted to receive and support the electrical components 204 of the vehicle 200. Each of the mounting lug 106 is defined with an axis B-B’ that is aligned with respect to the axis X-X’ of the second portion 104. Such an alignment of each of the mounting lug 106 enables an operator to disassemble the electrical components 204 effortlessly during maintenance of the vehicle 200.
[029] In the present embodiment, two mounting lugs 106 (referenced as 106a, 106b in Figures 6 and 7) are provided to the second portion 104 for supporting the electrical components 204. The mounting lug 106a extends laterally upwards from a top portion of the second portion 104, and thus the axis B-B’ of the mounting lug 106a is perpendicular to the axis X-X’ (as shown in Figure 7) of the second portion 104. Further, the mounting lug 106b extends downwardly from a bottom portion of the second portion 104 and is inclined with respect to the axis X-X’. That is, the axis B-B’ of the mounting lug 106b is inclined with respect to the axis X-X’ (as shown in Figure 6). Such a construction facilitates the operator to assemble or disassemble the electrical component 204 from the mounting lugs 106a, 106b effortlessly, as the operator is not required to dismantle any other electrical component 204 for assembling or disassembling a particular electrical component 204. Also, the varying orientation of each of the mounting lugs 106 enables to accommodate multiple electrical components 204 on the structure 100, thereby improving packaging of the electrical components 204 in the vehicle 200.
[030] In an embodiment, one electrical component 204 is mounted onto each of the mounting lugs 106. Alternatively, each of the mounting lugs 106 can support multiple electrical components 204 as per design feasibility and requirement. In the present embodiment, each of the mounting lugs 106 is a bracket member having a T-shaped head, for snap-fitting the electrical components 204 thereon. Alternatively, the mounting lug 106 may be provided with grooves (not shown) or holes (not shown) for clamping or fastening the electrical components 204.
[031] Further, the structure 100 is adapted to be mounted onto a portion of one of the pair of upper frame members 210L, 210R of the frame assembly 206 and a portion of a side frame members 214L, 214R (for e.g. as shown in Figure 8). Such a mounting of the structure 100 on the frame assembly 206 ensures that the electrical components 204 are at least partially extending and/or is visible from the side frame members 214L, 214R from a top view (for e.g. as shown in Figure 8) of the vehicle 200. Consequently, aiding the operator to assemble or disassemble the electrical components 204 from the structure 100, as the operator can access the electrical components 204 around the side frame members 214L, 214R. In another embodiment, the structure 100 is mounted within the interior portion 208, so that the electrical components 204 are packaged within the frame assembly 206. Consequently, making the vehicle 200 compact.
[032] Additionally, the structure 100 is mounted on one of a right-side and a left-side of the vehicle 200 on the frame assembly 206. In an embodiment, the structure 100 is mounted on the right-side of the vehicle 200, when the structure 100 is mounted on the upper frame member 210R, the center frame member 212 and/or the side frame member 214R. In another embodiment, the structure 100 is mounted on the left-side of the vehicle 200, when the structure 100 is mounted on the upper frame member 210L, the center frame member 212 and/or the side frame member 214L. In an embodiment, the structure 100 is provided with one or more mounting elements 112, for mounting the structure 100 on the frame assembly 206. The mounting elements 112 are located along a periphery of the structure 100 for ensuring stable mounting of the structure 100 on the frame assembly 206. In the present embodiment, the mounting elements 112 are apertures defined on the structure 100 for receiving the fastener (not shown). As such, the structure 100 is mounted onto the frame assembly 206 through the fastener.
[033] In an embodiment, the structure 100 is mounted on a mounting bracket (not shown) supporting a vehicle component such as an air filter. In other words, the structure 100 is capable of being mounted on the frame assembly 206 through the mounting bracket that supports a vehicle component. In an embodiment, the structure 100 is sandwich mounted onto one of the pair of upper frame members 210L, 210R along with the mounting bracket of the vehicle component.
[034] In the present embodiment, the structure 100 is mounted on the right-side of the frame assembly 206. A cover member 114 (as shown in Figures 9 and 10) is mounted over the structure 100 and to the frame assembly 206. The cover member 114 is adapted to provide protection to the electrical components 204 from ambient climatic conditions and enhances aesthetic appeal of the vehicle 200. In an embodiment, the first portion 102 is provided with a plurality of ribs 116 (as shown in Figure 7) for improving structural rigidity of the structure 100.
[035] The claimed invention as discussed above is not routine, conventional, or well understood in the art, as the claimed aspects enable the following solutions to the existing problems in conventional technologies. Specifically, the claimed aspect of the second portion 104 extending from the first portion 102 enables tandem mounting of the electrical components 204, while easing the process of assembly and disassembly of the electrical components 204. As such, the structure 100 mitigates the need for the operator to disassemble other electrical components 204 for accessing a particular electrical component 204 during the maintenance of the vehicle 200. Consequently, reducing the time taken and the effort of the operator for performing the maintenance. Moreover, orientation of the mounting lugs 106 with respect to the axis X-X’ of the second portion 104, enables mounting of multiple electrical components 204 on the structure 100, thereby enhancing packaging capabilities on the structure 100. Additionally, as multiple electrical components 204 are mounted on the structure 100, the wire length required for connecting the electrical components 204 and the battery 202 is significantly reduced. Further, due to varying orientations of the one or more mounting lugs 106, overlapping of wires and the resultant system failure is prevented.
[036] While the present invention has been described with respect to certain embodiments, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various changes and modification may be made without departing from the scope of the invention as defined in the following claims.

Reference numerals
100 Integrated mounting structure
102 First portion
104 Second portion
106 One or more mounting lugs
108 Peripheral wall on first portion
110 Mounting member
112 Mounting element
114 Cover member
116 Ribs
200 Two-wheeled vehicle
202 Battery
204 One or more electrical components
206 Frame member
208 Interior portion of frame member
210L, 210R Pair of upper frame members
212 Center frame member
214L, 214R Pair of side frame members
216 Prime mover
218 Front wheel
220 Rear wheel
222 Seat
222’ Pillion seat
224 Front fender
226 Suspension unit
228 Handlebar
230 Headlight
232 Instrument cluster
234 Head pipe
236 Fuel tank
238 Swingarm tube
240 Shock absorber
242 Taillight unit
244 Grab rail
246 Rear fender
248 Exhaust pipe
250 Muffler
252 Downtube
254 Lower frame member