Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[001] Present invention relates to a mounting assembly in a vehicle. More particularly, the present invention relates to the mounting assembly for a suspension unit of a saddle-type vehicle.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[002] Typically, for a vehicle, there are a wide range of performance criteria which includes quantitative features like top speed, acceleration, gradeability etc. But there are several other aspects related to vehicle performance which includes refinement, drivability, braking performance or driving pleasure some of which are contradictory in nature e.g., power and mileage. Therefore, it is always a challenge for design engineers to have a right trade-off between several performance features.
[003] A saddle-type vehicle such as a two-wheeled vehicle, a three-wheeled vehicle and a trike, includes a suspension assembly and a brake system. The suspension assembly includes a front fork assembly. The front fork assembly is employed in a vehicle to act as a shock absorbing means or suspension means, and to facilitate effective braking and handling of the vehicle. The front fork assembly includes two parallel placed fork tubes. The front fork assembly includes a pair of telescopic struts. Each of the struts of a pair of strut includes an outer tube having a first end and a second end. Further, an inner tube is slidably and operably disposed within the outer tube. The inner tube also includes a first end and a second end.
[004] Further, a wheel of the vehicle includes a wheel hub assembly. Typically, the drum brake assembly is connected to the wheel hub assembly. The drum brake assembly includes a drum brake and a brake panel. Importantly, a wheel hub of the wheel is provided with the brake drum. The brake panel is configured to hold a pair of brake shoes. The brake drum is having an inner wall that surrounds the pair of brake shoes. The inner wall is an inner circumferential wall of the brake drum. The brake shoes are provided with a frictional liner that engages with the inner wall of the brake drum. Either mechanical or hydraulic mechanism is used for actuating the brake for engaging the liner of the brake shoe with the brake drum. Upon actuation, the liners of the brake shoe engages with the drum and the frictional contact between the brake shoe and the inner wall of brake drum reduces the rotational speed of the wheel.
[005] Further, the brake panel is secured to a fixed, non-rotatable portion of the vehicle, such as the vehicle suspension assembly. More specifically, to the front fork assembly of the vehicle to restrict the rotation of the brake panel. Importantly, it is observed that the designers tend to provide a dedicated bulge portion on the major plane surface of the brake panel. The dedicated bulge portion having a groove being configured to receive a dedicated tab or protrusion or anchor formed on the outer circumferential surface of any one of outer tube of the front fork assembly to provide anti-rotation feature. However, formation of dedicated bulge portions with groove on the brake panel and tab or anchor on the front fork assembly leads to increased unsprung mass of the vehicle. The increased unsprung mass affects ride handling characteristics of the vehicle. Furthermore, the presence of tab or protrusion or anchor where smooth surface is required affects the aesthetic appeal of the vehicle. Further, use of different designs for a left hand and right hand side front forks can lead to mis-assembly while manufacturing the vehicles. Additionally, engagement of the anchor member with the brake drum, increases weight of the brake panel. Consequently, mileage or range as well as performance of the vehicle is reduced, which is undesirable.
[006] Thus, there is a need for a mounting assembly for a suspension unit of the saddle-type vehicle, which addresses at least one or more aforementioned problems.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[007] In one aspect, a mounting assembly for a suspension unit of a vehicle is disclosed. The mounting assembly comprises a brake panel member adapted to receive an axle of the vehicle. The brake panel member has a first surface and a second surface. The first surface is adapted to engage with a brake drum mounted a front wheel hub of the vehicle. The suspension unit having a first end fixed onto an upper bracket and a second end adapted to receive the axle. The suspension unit comprises a mounting surface located proximally to the second end, wherein the mounting surface is adapted to engage with the second surface of the brake panel member. The suspension unit is adapted to lock rotation of the brake panel member upon engagement of the mounting surface with the second surface of the brake panel member.
[008] In an embodiment, the second surface of the brake panel member comprises a first set of protrusions. The first set of protrusions are located adjacent to an opening provided in the brake panel member.
[009] In an embodiment, the first set of protrusions are adapted to engage with the mounting surface of the suspension unit. The mounting surface comprises a second set of protrusions adapted to engage with the first set of protrusions of the brake panel member.
[010] In an embodiment, the brake panel member is adapted to engage with the suspension unit through a spacer member. The spacer member is positioned between the brake panel member and the suspension unit.
[011] In an embodiment, the spacer member comprises a shank portion having an opening adapted to receive the axle. An engagement portion extends upwardly from a top surface of the shank portion. The engagement portion comprises a first pin member oriented laterally to the shank portion and a second pin member oriented in a direction opposite to the first pin member and laterally to the shank portion. The first pin member is adapted to engage with the first set of protrusions on the second surface of the brake panel member and the second pin member is adapted to engage with the second set of protrusions on the mounting surface of the suspension unit.
[012] In an embodiment, the suspension unit is a left-side suspension member in a front-rear direction of the vehicle when viewed from a rear direction of the vehicle.
[013] In an embodiment, the suspension unit comprises an outer tube and an inner tube. The inner tube is mounted to the upper bracket and the outer tube is adapted to receive the axle, wherein the mounting surface is provided to the outer tube of the suspension unit.
[014] In another aspect, the saddle-type vehicle is disclosed. The saddle-type vehicle comprises a frame member, a suspension unit mounted to a front end of the frame member and a mounting assembly for the suspension unit. The mounting assembly comprises the brake panel member adapted to receive the axle of the vehicle. The brake panel member has the first surface and the second surface. The first surface is adapted to engage with the brake drum mounted the front wheel hub of the vehicle. The suspension unit has the first end fixed onto the upper bracket and the second end adapted to receive the axle. The suspension unit comprises the mounting surface located proximally to the second end, wherein the mounting surface is adapted to engage with the second surface of the brake panel member. The suspension unit is adapted to lock rotation of the brake panel member upon engagement of the mounting surface with the second surface of the brake panel member.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[015] 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 perspective view of a front portion of a vehicle depicting a mounting assembly for a suspension unit of the vehicle, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 2 is a perspective view of a brake panel member of the mounting assembly, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 3 is a front view of a suspension unit of the mounting assembly, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 4 is a right-side view of the suspension unit, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 5 is a perspective view of the suspension unit, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 6 is a perspective view of a spacer member of the mounting assembly, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 7 is a sectional view of the spacer member, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 8 is a perspective view of the mounting assembly depicting engagement of the brake panel member with the suspension unit through the spacer member, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 9 is a sectional view of the mounting assembly depicting engagement of the brake panel member with the suspension unit through the spacer member, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[016] The present invention relates to a mounting assembly in a vehicle. More particularly, the present invention relates to the mounting assembly for a suspension unit of the saddle-type vehicle. The mounting assembly is adapted to reduce unsprung mass in the vehicle, particularly in region of mounting of the suspension unit with a brake panel assembly. Consequently, performance, handling and mileage of the vehicle is enhanced. The mounting assembly also ensures common design for a left suspension unit and a right suspension unit of the vehicle. In an embodiment, the vehicle can be anyone of a motorcycle or a scooter or a trike.
[017] Figure 1 is a perspective view of a front portion of a vehicle depicting a mounting assembly 100 for a suspension unit 102 of the vehicle, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. The mounting assembly 100 is adapted to reduce unsprung mass in the vehicle (not shown). As an example, the vehicle is a saddle-type vehicle such as a motorcycle, a scooter and a trike. In the present embodiment, the saddle-type vehicle is a front drum brake variant vehicle. As such, a front wheel 136 of the vehicle is provided with a drum brake as a braking device.
[018] The vehicle comprises the front wheel 136 connected to a frame member (not shown) of the vehicle through the suspension unit 102. As such, vibrations transmitted to the front wheel 136 during traversal of the vehicle on a road surface is transferred to the suspension unit 102 for dampening. The frame member comprises a head tube (not shown) to which an upper bracket (not shown) is mounted. The suspension unit 102 has a first end 110 connected to the upper bracket, while a second end 114 is mounted to the front wheel 136. The second end 114 of the suspension unit 102 is mounted to the front wheel 136 through an axle 106. The front wheel 136 comprises a wheel hub 140 (also shown in Figure 8) adapted to receive the axle 106, while the suspension unit 102 comprises an aperture 142 (as shown in Figure 4) for receiving the axle 106. The aperture 142 may be positioned proximal to or at the second end 114 of the suspension unit 102.
[019] In an embodiment, the suspension unit 102 comprises a right-side suspension member provided on a right-side of the vehicle and a left-side suspension member provided on a left-side of the vehicle. As such, the suspension unit 102 may comprise a pair of suspension members, one being provided on the right-side of the vehicle while the other being provided on the left-side of the vehicle.
[020] In an embodiment, the suspension unit 102 comprises an outer tube 102a and an inner tube 102b. The inner tube 102b is slidably disposed into the outer tube 102a through a damping unit (not shown). The dimensions of the outer tube 102a and the inner tube 102b may be selected as per design feasibility and requirement in the vehicle.
[021] In the present embodiment, the suspension unit 102 is a standard configuration or an upright configuration of the suspension, wherein the inner tube 102b is mounted to the upper bracket 112 and the outer tube 102a is coupled to the front wheel 136 through the axle 106. In another embodiment, the suspension unit 102 is an inverted-fork type configuration, wherein the outer tube 102a is coupled to the upper bracket, while the inner tube 102b is coupled to the front wheel 136 through the axle 106. In the present embodiment, the axle 106 is a front axle of the vehicle.
[022] Further, the wheel hub 140 of the front wheel 136 may be provided with the drum brake, wherein an inner surface (not shown) of the wheel hub 140 may be provided with a brake drum 108 (as shown in Figures 8 and 9). Alternatively, the inner surface of the wheel hub 140 may be provided with a friction lining material. The friction lining material or the brake drum may be adapted to engage with a brake pad (not shown), wherein upon engagement of the friction lining material or the brake drum with the brake pads, braking of the vehicle is initiated.
[023] Referring to Figure 2 in conjunction with Figure 1, a brake panel member 104 of the mounting assembly 100 is depicted. The brake panel member 104 is a circular plate-like member adapted to engage with the brake drum 108. In an embodiment, the brake panel member 104 comprises a rim surface 138 which engages with the brake drum 108. In the present embodiment, the brake panel member 104 is mounted onto the left-side of the vehicle, as the brake drum is exposed towards the left-side of the vehicle. As the brake panel member 104 is mounted to the left-side of the vehicle, the brake panel member 104 engages with a left suspension unit in a front-rear direction of the vehicle, in a rear view of the vehicle. In an embodiment, the brake panel member 104 may be mounted onto a right-side of the vehicle. Accordingly, the brake panel member 104 is mounted to a right suspension unit, as the brake panel member 104 is mounted to the right-side of the vehicle. The brake panel member 104 is adapted to receive an axle 106 of the vehicle. Accordingly, the brake panel member 104 comprises a slot 120 for receiving the axle 106. The dimensions of the slot 120 is selected based on dimensions of the axle 106.
[024] Further, the brake panel member 104 has a first surface 104a and a second surface 104b. The first surface 104a is adapted to engage with the brake drum 108. In the present embodiment, the first surface 104a is an inner surface of the brake panel member 104, while the second surface 104b is an outer surface of the brake panel member 104. In an embodiment, the first surface 104a engages with the brake drum 108 through the rim surface 138. The rim surface 138 may engage with the brake drum 108 through conventional engagement techniques known in the art such as press-fitting or fastening. The second surface 104b is adapted to engage with the suspension unit 102. The suspension unit 102 comprises a mounting surface 116 located proximally to the second end 114 for engagement with the second surface 104b. The suspension unit 102 is adapted to lock rotation of the brake panel member 104 upon engagement of the mounting surface 116 with the second surface 104b (i.e. the outer surface) of the brake panel member 104. Thus, the brake panel member 104 and the braking device are fixedly mounted on to the wheel hub 140 by the suspension unit 102 upon engagement between the mounting surface 116 and the second surface 104b. As such, the second surface 104b and the mounting surface 116 of the suspension unit 102 forms a part of the mounting assembly 100.
[025] In an embodiment, for the standard configuration of the suspension, the mounting surface 116 is provided to the outer tube 102a of the suspension unit 102. In another embodiment, for the inverted-fork type configuration of the suspension unit 102, the mounting surface 116 is provided to the inner tube 102b of the suspension unit 102. In an embodiment, the mounting surface 116 refers to a surface on the suspension unit 102 that is engaged with the brake panel member 104.
[026] In an embodiment, the mounting surface 116 may be a flat surface defined proximal to the second end 114 for enabling mounting with the brake panel member 104. In an embodiment, the mounting surface 116 is provided on the portion of the suspension unit 102 facing the second surface 104b during engagement with the brake panel member 104.
[027] As depicted in Figure 2, the second surface 104b of the brake panel member 104 comprises a first set of protrusions 118 located adjacent to the slot 120 provided in the brake panel member 104. The first set of protrusions 118 are adapted to engage with the mounting surface 116 of the suspension unit 102. In the present embodiment, the mounting surface 116 comprising a second set of protrusions 122 adapted to engage with the first set of protrusions 118 of the brake panel member 104. In other words, the first set of protrusions 118 and the second set of protrusions 122 complement one another for enabling engagement between the brake panel member 104 and the suspension unit 102.
[028] In the present embodiment, the first set of protrusions 118 comprises two protrusions 118a, 118b extending from the second surface 104b and located adjacently to the slot 120. Each of the protrusions 118a, 118b are spaced apart by a predetermined distance (not shown), while being positioned adjacent to each other and along the same plane. Each of the protrusions 118a, 118b may be triangular plug-like structure or a pin-like structure that comprises a stem portion 144 and an edge portion 146 (as shown in Figure 2). The edge portion 146 is located adjacently to the slot 120, while the stem portion 144 is located away from the slot 120. In an embodiment, protrusions 118a, 118b may be attached onto the brake panel member 104 through conventional attachment techniques such as welding, brazing, gluing and the like. In an embodiment, shape, dimensions and configuration of the first set of protrusions 118 may be considered as per design feasibility and requirement. In an embodiment, protrusions 118a, 118b may be attached onto the suspension unit 102 through conventional attachment techniques such as welding, brazing, gluing and the like.
[029] Referring to Figures 3-6 in conjunction with Figures 1 and 2, the mounting surface 116 of the suspension unit 102 comprises the second set of protrusions 122 that engage with the first set of protrusions 118 of the brake panel member 104. In the present embodiment, the second set of protrusions 122 are provided onto the outer tube 102a of the suspension unit 102. Alternatively, the second set of protrusions 122 may be provided onto the inner tube 102b, when the suspension unit 102 is the inverted fork-type suspension unit.
[030] In the present embodiment, the second set of protrusions 122 comprises two protrusions 122a, 122b spaced apart from one another by a predefined distance, while being aligned along a same plane. The protrusions 122a, 122b may directly engage onto the protrusions 118a, 118b for enabling engagement between the suspension unit 102 and the brake panel member 104. In an embodiment, the protrusions 122a, 122b may be a pin-like structure or a plug-like structure located proximally to the aperture 142. In an embodiment, protrusions 122a, 122b may be attached onto the suspension unit 102 through conventional attachment techniques such as welding, brazing, gluing and the like. In an embodiment, shape, dimensions and configuration of the second set of protrusions 122 may be considered as per design feasibility and requirement.
[031] In the present embodiment, the first set of protrusions 118 engages with the second set of protrusions 122 through a spacer member 124, as depicted in Figures 6 and 7. As such, the spacer member 124 is positioned between the brake panel member 104 and the suspension unit 102 (as shown in Figure 9). The spacer member 124 comprises a shank portion 126 having an opening 128. The opening 128 is adapted to receive the axle 106. Accordingly, dimensions of the opening 128 correspond to the dimensions of the axle 106. An engagement portion 130 extends upwardly (i.e. in a top-down direction of the vehicle) from a top surface (not shown) of the shank portion 126. The engagement portion 130 comprising a first pin member 132 oriented laterally (i.e. in a left-right direction of the vehicle) to the shank portion 126 and a second pin member 134 oriented in a direction opposite to the first pin member 132 and laterally to the shank portion 126. As such, the first pin member 132 and the second pin member 134 extend on either side of the shank portion 126 (as shown in Figure 7).
[032] The first pin member 132 is adapted to engage with the first set of protrusions 118 on the second surface 104b of the brake panel member 104. Particularly, the first pin member 132 engages between the space between the first set of protrusions 118. Also, the second pin member 134 engages with the second set of protrusions 122 on the mounting surface 116 of the suspension unit 102. Particularly, the second pin member 132 engages between the space between the second set of protrusions 122. The engagement of the first pin member 132 with the first set of protrusions 118 and the second pin member 134 with the second set of protrusions 122, enables engagement between the suspension unit 102 and the brake panel member 104.
[033] In an embodiment, dimensions of the spacer member 124 are selected based on the dimensions of the mounting surface 116 and the brake panel member 104. In another embodiment, dimensions of the first pin member 132 and the second pin member 134 are selected based on the dimensions of the first set of protrusions 118 and the second set of protrusions 122. In the present embodiment, the first pin member 132 is larger in length than the second pin member 134.
[034] In an embodiment, the predetermined distance between the first set of protrusions 118 and the predefined distance between the second set of protrusions 122 is provided for receiving the spacer member 124. Accordingly, the predetermined distance between the first set of protrusions 118 is selected to ensure a transition fit or an interference fit with the first pin member 132. Also, the predefined distance between the second set of protrusions 122 is selected to ensure a transition fit or an interference fit with the second pin member 134. Thus, engagement between the first pin member 132 with the first set of protrusions 118 and the second pin member 134 with the second set of protrusions 122, refers to placement of the first pin member 132 between the first set of protrusions 118 and the second pin member 134 between the second set of protrusions 122.
[035] In an operational embodiment, referring to Figures 8 and 9, the brake panel member 104 is mounted onto the brake drum 108. In the present embodiment, the brake panel member 104 is mounted to the left side of the front wheel 136. Thereafter, the spacer member 124 is mounted onto the second surface 104b such that, the first pin member 132 engages between the first set of protrusions 118. Subsequently, the second pin member 134 engages with the second set of protrusions 122, thereby enabling engagement between the suspension unit 102 and the brake panel member 104, without the need for an anchor member. Subsequently, the axle 106 is inserted through the aperture 142, the opening 128 and the slot 120 and fastened (as shown in Figure 9) for securing the mounting assembly 100 onto the front wheel 136.
[036] The claimed invention as disclosed 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 mounting assembly having the suspension unit engaging with the brake panel member mitigates the need for an anchor member in the suspension unit. Particularly, the suspension unit engaging with the brake panel member through the spacer member mitigates the need for the anchor member. Thus, enable commonization of the right suspension member and the left suspension member is ensured, and thus requirement of picking specific design of the suspension unit is mitigated. Also, commonization of the suspension unit mitigates confusion for a technician while assembling the right suspension member and the left suspension member. Additionally, size of the first set of protrusions and the second set of protrusions required for engagement between the suspension unit and the brake panel member, are significantly smaller than the anchor member provided in conventional suspension systems. As such, the unsprung mass is decreased in the suspension unit. Consequently, mileage, handling and performance of the vehicle is enhanced in the vehicle. Moreover, the mounting assembly is simple in construction, while being cost-effective.
[037] 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.

List of Reference Numerals and Characters
100 Mounting assembly
102 Suspension unit
102a Outer tube
102b Inner tube
104 Brake panel member
104a First surface
104b Second surface
106 Axle
108 Brake drum
110 First end of suspension unit
112 Upper bracket
114 Second end of suspension unit
116 Mounting surface
118, 118a, 118b First set of protrusions
120 Opening in brake panel member
122, 122a, 122b Second set of protrusions
124 Spacer member
126 Shank portion
128 Slot
130 Engagement portion
132 First pin member
134 Second pin member
136 Front wheel
138 Rim surface
140 Wheel hub
142 Aperture
144 Stem portion , Claims:WE CLAIM:
1. A mounting assembly (100) for a suspension unit (102) of a vehicle, the mounting assembly (100) comprising:
a brake panel member (104) adapted to receive an axle (106) of the vehicle, the brake panel member (104) having a first surface (104a) and a second surface (104b), the first surface (104a) being adapted to engage with a brake drum (108) mounted to a front wheel hub of the vehicle; and
the suspension unit (102) having a first end (110), said first end (110) fixed onto an upper bracket (112), and a second end (114) adapted to receive the axle (106), the suspension unit (102) comprising a mounting surface (116) located proximally to the second end (114), wherein the mounting surface (116) being adapted to engage with the second surface (104b) of the brake panel member (104),
wherein the suspension unit (102) being adapted to lock rotation of the brake panel member (104) upon engagement of the mounting surface (116) with the second surface (104b) of the brake panel member (104).

2. The mounting assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the second surface (104b) of the brake panel member (104) comprises a first set of protrusions (118), the first set of protrusions (118) being located adjacent to a slot (120) provided in the brake panel member (104).

3. The mounting assembly (100) as claimed in claim 2, wherein the first set of protrusions (118) being adapted to engage with the mounting surface (116) of the suspension unit (102), the mounting surface (116) comprising a second set of protrusions (122) adapted to engage with the first set of protrusions (118) of the brake panel member (104).

4. The mounting assembly (100) as claimed in claim 3, wherein the brake panel member (104) is adapted to engage with the suspension unit (102) through a spacer member (124), the spacer member (124) being positioned between the brake panel member (104) and the suspension unit (102).

5. The mounting assembly (100) as claimed in claim 4, wherein the spacer member (124) comprises:
a shank portion (126) having an opening (128), said opening (128) being adapted to receive the axle (106); and
an engagement portion (130) extending upwardly from a top surface of the shank portion (126), the engagement portion (130) comprising a first pin member (132) oriented laterally to the shank portion (126) and a second pin member (134) oriented in a direction opposite to the first pin member (132) and laterally to the shank portion (126),
wherein the first pin member (132) being adapted to engage with the first set of protrusions (118) on the second surface (104b) of the brake panel member (104) and the second pin member (134) being adapted to engage with the second set of protrusions (122) on the mounting surface (116) of the suspension unit (102).

6. The mounting assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the suspension unit (102) is a left-side suspension member in a front-rear direction of the vehicle when viewed from a rear direction of the vehicle.

7. The mounting assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the suspension unit (102) comprises an outer tube (102a) and an inner tube (102b), the inner tube (102b) being mounted to the upper bracket (112) and the outer tube (102a) being adapted to receive the axle (106), wherein the mounting surface (116) is provided to the outer tube (102a) of the suspension unit (102).

8. A saddle-type vehicle, comprising:
a frame member;
a suspension unit (102) mounted to a front end of the frame member; and
a mounting assembly (100) for the suspension unit (102), the mounting assembly (100) comprising:
a brake panel member (104) adapted to receive an axle (106) of the saddle-type vehicle, the brake panel member (104) having a first surface (104a) and a second surface (104b), the first surface (104a) being adapted to engage with a brake drum (108) mounted to a front wheel hub of the saddle-type vehicle; and
the suspension unit (102) having a first end (110) fixed onto an upper bracket (112) of the frame member, and a second end (114) adapted to receive the axle (106), the suspension unit (102) comprising a mounting surface (116) located proximally to the second end (114), wherein the mounting surface (116) being adapted to engage with the second surface (104b) of the brake panel member (104),
wherein the suspension unit (102) being adapted to lock rotation of the brake panel member (104) upon engagement of the mounting surface (116) with the second surface (104b) of the brake panel member (104).

9. The saddle-type vehicle as claimed in claim 8, wherein the second surface (104b) of the brake panel member (104) comprises a first set of protrusions (118), the first set of protrusions (118) being located adjacent to a slot (120) provided in the brake panel member (104),
wherein the first set of protrusions (118) being adapted to engage with the mounting surface (116) of the suspension unit (102), the mounting surface (116) comprising a second set of protrusions (122) adapted to engage with the first set of protrusions (118) of the brake panel member (104).

10. The saddle-type vehicle as claimed in claim 9, wherein the brake panel member (104) is adapted to engage with the suspension unit (102) through a spacer member (124), the spacer member being positioned between the brake panel member (104) and the suspension unit (102).
wherein the spacer member (124) comprises:
a shank portion (126) adapted to receive the axle (106), the shank portion (126) comprising an opening (128) for receiving the axle (106); and
an engagement portion (130) extending from upwardly from a top surface of the shank portion (126), the engagement portion (130) comprising a first pin member (132) oriented laterally to the shank portion (126) and a second pin member (134) oriented in a direction opposite to the first pin member (132) and laterally to the shank portion (126),
wherein the first pin member (132) being adapted to engage with the first set of protrusions (118) on the second surface (104b) of the brake panel member (104) and the second pin member (134) being adapted to engage with the second set of protrusions (122) on the mounting surface (116) of the suspension unit (102).

Dated this 27th day of March 2023
TVS MOTOR COMPANY LIMITED
By their Agent & Attorney

(Nikhil Ranjan)
of Khaitan & Co
Reg No IN/PA-1471