Handlebar with mounting structure

Abstract

A handlebar for controlling a travel direction of a vehicle, the handlebar comprising a lateral support for mounting to a vehicle, the lateral support extending substantially along a first axial direction, a first graspable element extending from a first end of the lateral support, the first graspable element comprising a free end, and a mounting structure for mounting an attachment to the handlebar, wherein the mounting structure comprises a mounting plate arranged to at least partially abut a surface of the lateral support or the first graspable element, the mounting plate having a first surface, wherein the first surface comprises a hole for accommodating a fastener for mounting the attachment, wherein the mounting plate is at least partially located within a cavity formed in the lateral support or the first graspable element, wherein the first surface is at least partially accessible via an opening in an outer surface of the lateral support or the first graspable element, wherein the lateral support or the first graspable element comprises a cavity entrance separate from the opening, the cavity entrance opening into the cavity, wherein the mounting plate is accessible via the cavity entrance.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a handlebar for controlling the direction of travel of a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] Various vehicles (e.g., push bicycles, motorcycles, tricycles, and quadricycles) are known to include handlebars. Handlebars are primarily used to control the direction of travel of the vehicle containing them. Handlebars provide the user with hand positions, allowing the user to pivot the handlebars to change the direction of travel. However, handlebars often have one or more auxiliary functions. For example, such auxiliary functions may include: providing a mounting platform for control mechanisms (e.g., brake levers, gearshift levers, etc.) and accessories (e.g., bells, horns, GPS devices, cyclocomputers, etc.); and providing one or more supplementary hand positions for the user of the handlebars.

[0003] To mount an attachment (e.g., a brake lever mechanism) to the handlebars, it is known to first secure the attachment to a circular clamp. To mount the attachment to the handlebars, the circular clamp slides across the free end of the handlebars and is pushed along the handlebars away from the free end. Once the clamp is in the desired position, it is secured to the handlebars, for example, by tightening the clamp to increase friction between the clamp and the handlebars.

[0004] Handlebars typically have a circular profile with a diameter of 24 mm, and the circular clamp is correspondingly sized. Handlebars known in the art require that this circular profile extend along at least a portion of the handlebar between the free end and the desired location of the attachment. Otherwise, the circular clamp may not fit on the free end of the handlebar, the circular clamp may not slide along the handlebar, and / or the circular clamp may not be securely attached to the handlebar.

[0005] Because known handlebars are limited by having a circular profile along part or all of their length, the design of known handlebar shapes is inflexible and restrictive.

[0006] The present invention aims to overcome or mitigate the problems associated with the prior art. Summary of the Invention

[0007] According to a first aspect, a handlebar for controlling the direction of travel of a vehicle is provided. The handlebar includes: a lateral support for mounting to the vehicle, the lateral support extending substantially along a first axial direction; a first gripping element extending from a first end of the lateral support, the first gripping element including a free end; and a mounting structure for mounting an attachment to the handlebar. The mounting structure includes a mounting plate arranged to at least partially abut a surface of the lateral support or the first gripping element, the mounting plate having a first surface. The first surface includes a hole for receiving a fastener for mounting the attachment.

[0008] Advantageously, the mounting structure allows the attachment to be securely mounted to the handlebars without the need for a circular mounting bracket, as is common in the prior art. Since a circular mounting bracket is no longer required, the handlebars are not limited to having a circular profile. This allows the handlebars to have a beneficial shape, thereby potentially reducing aerodynamic drag and / or improving ergonomics, for example.

[0009] The holes in the mounting plate can be threaded holes.

[0010] The mounting plate may be located at least partially within a cavity formed in the lateral support or the first gripping element. It may at least partially access the first surface via an opening in the outer surface of the lateral support or the first gripping element.

[0011] By positioning the mounting plate at least partially within the cavity, the mounting plate is less exposed to the air passing through the handlebars. Therefore, the mounting plate can have little or no effect on the aerodynamic drag of the handlebars.

[0012] The opening in the lateral support or the first grippable element may face a second axial direction that is substantially perpendicular to the first axial direction.

[0013] The first surface may have at least one spatial dimension larger than at least one spatial dimension of the opening, so as to prevent the mounting plate from passing through the opening.

[0014] The area of ​​the first surface can be larger than the area of ​​the opening.

[0015] Advantageously, this helps to keep the mounting plate inside the cavity.

[0016] The mounting plate may include a second surface opposite to the first surface. The second surface may be accessed via a cavity inlet in the lateral support or the first grippable element. The cavity inlet may be separate from the opening.

[0017] When attaching the attachment to the handlebars, a person can insert one or more fingers into the cavity through the cavity inlet to press the first surface of the mounting plate onto the opening.

[0018] The handlebars may also include a removable cover, which is arranged to close the cavity entrance.

[0019] The hole in the first surface can extend through the second surface.

[0020] Advantageously, extending the hole through the second surface allows for the use of longer fasteners to mount the attachment to the handlebars, as the fasteners can pass through the mounting plate.

[0021] The mounting plate can be removed from the cavity via the cavity inlet.

[0022] This allows the mounting plate to be removed for repair or replacement.

[0023] The position of the hole relative to the periphery of the opening can be adjusted in at least one direction.

[0024] The position of the hole relative to the periphery of the opening can be adjusted in two vertical directions.

[0025] Advantageously, this allows the position of the attachment to be adjusted relative to the handlebars to suit the needs of the person using the handlebars.

[0026] A portion of the first surface may be arranged as a contact surface adjacent to the cavity. The contact surface may be adjacent to the opening. The first surface and the contact surface may have corresponding curved profiles.

[0027] The first surface and the contact surface can have curved profiles.

[0028] Advantageously, this allows for adjustments, which would otherwise be impossible without traditional fixtures.

[0029] Furthermore, this allows for adjustment of the orientation of attachments mounted to the handlebars relative to the handlebars' orientation. For example, when the attachment includes a brake lever, adjusting the position of the brake lever is crucial so that the user can reach it with their fingers.

[0030] The outer surface of the lateral support or the first grippable element, including the opening, may have a curved profile. The outer surface may have an arcuate profile.

[0031] Advantageously, this allows for adjustment of the orientation of the attachment mounted to the handlebars relative to the handlebars' orientation.

[0032] The handlebars may further include a first pipe opening and a second pipe opening. The first pipe opening may be adjacent to the mounting structure. The second pipe opening may be formed in the lateral support and separated from the first pipe opening. The first and second pipe openings may communicate with a conduit for receiving a cable, through which the cable passes. The conduit may be formed within at least a portion of the lateral support.

[0033] The mounting structure may be located on the first grippable element. The first channel opening may be formed in the first grippable element.

[0034] This helps ensure that cables from, for example, the braking or gearing mechanisms, are not exposed to the air passing through the handlebars. Therefore, advantageously, the cables can have little or no adverse effect on the aerodynamic drag of the handlebars.

[0035] The lateral support may include a mounting portion for installation onto a vehicle. A second pipe opening may be formed within or adjacent to said mounting portion.

[0036] Advantageously, this helps ensure that the cable is not exposed to the air as it travels through the handlebars.

[0037] The handlebars may also include attachments that are fixed to the mounting structure.

[0038] The attachment may be selected from one of the following: a braking mechanism; a shifting mechanism; a braking and shifting combination mechanism; a bell; or a speedometer.

[0039] The attachment may include an attachment mount, which includes holes. Fasteners may pass through the holes in the attachment mount and the mounting plate to secure the attachment to the mounting plate.

[0040] The mounting structure can be located on the attachment portion of the first grippable element. The attachment portion can have a non-circular profile in a plane orthogonal to the longitudinal axis of the attachment portion.

[0041] Advantageously, the attachment can be shaped to, for example, reduce the aerodynamic drag of the attachment and / or increase the comfort of the person gripping the attachment.

[0042] The attachment may have a generally airfoil-shaped profile in a plane parallel to the second axial direction. The second axial direction may be substantially perpendicular to the first axial direction.

[0043] Advantageously, the airfoil profile reduces aerodynamic drag at the attachment point.

[0044] At least a portion of the first gripping element may have a non-circular profile in a plane orthogonal to the longitudinal axis of the first gripping element.

[0045] Advantageously, the gripper element can be shaped to, for example, reduce aerodynamic drag and / or make it more ergonomic, i.e., increase comfort for the person gripping it. Known handlebars do not offer these benefits. This is because known handlebars require grippers with a rounded profile to allow attachments (e.g., brake levers) to be mounted to the handlebar.

[0046] The first gripping element may include an end portion, the end portion including a free end. The first gripping element may have a non-circular profile along the end portion in a plane orthogonal to the longitudinal axis.

[0047] Advantageously, the end region of the gripping element can be shaped to, for example, reduce the aerodynamic drag of the end region of the gripping element and / or increase the comfort of the person gripping the end region of the gripping element.

[0048] At least a portion of the end may have a profile including at least one substantially flat side. The profile may lie in a plane orthogonal to the longitudinal axis.

[0049] Providing a flat profile for at least a portion of the end can improve a person's ability to grip the end. This is because a flat side prevents the person's hand from rotating around the end. Furthermore, a flat side can provide an airfoil profile with the top truncated, thereby reducing aerodynamic drag at the end.

[0050] Most or all of the first graspable elements may have a non-circular profile in a plane orthogonal to the longitudinal axis.

[0051] Advantageously, this allows most or all of the gripping elements to be shaped, for example, to reduce the aerodynamic drag of the gripping elements and / or to increase the comfort of the person gripping the gripping elements.

[0052] The first grippable element can extend from the first end of the lateral support at a non-zero angle relative to the first end.

[0053] This provides a more comfortable hand position for people gripping the grippy components.

[0054] The first gripping element may extend from the first end of the transverse support such that the longitudinal axis of the first gripping element follows a curved path.

[0055] The first grippable element may be at least partially curved.

[0056] This allows for multiple different gripping positions along the grippable element.

[0057] At least a portion of the first gripping element may have a generally airfoil-shaped profile in a plane parallel to the second axial direction. The second axial direction may be substantially perpendicular to the first axial direction.

[0058] Advantageously, the airfoil profile reduces aerodynamic drag on gripper elements.

[0059] The general airfoil profile can have a trailing edge with the top truncated.

[0060] Advantageously, providing a truncated trailing edge to the airfoil profile can improve the comfort of the rider gripping that part of the handlebars. Furthermore, truncating the trailing edge can have little or no adverse effect on the drag-reducing characteristics of the airfoil profile.

[0061] The first gripping element may have an inconsistent profile along at least a portion of the first gripping element in a plane orthogonal to the longitudinal axis of the first gripping element.

[0062] Advantageously, this allows for the shaping of grippable elements to conform to ergonomics.

[0063] At least a portion of the transverse support may have a non-circular profile in a plane orthogonal to the longitudinal axis of the transverse support.

[0064] Advantageously, the lateral support can be shaped to, for example, reduce the aerodynamic drag of the lateral support and / or increase the comfort of the person gripping the lateral support.

[0065] At least a portion of the lateral support may have a generally airfoil profile in a plane parallel to the second axial direction, which is substantially perpendicular to the first axial direction.

[0066] Advantageously, the airfoil profile reduces aerodynamic drag on the lateral supports.

[0067] The general airfoil profile can have a trailing edge with the top truncated.

[0068] Advantageously, providing a truncated trailing edge to the airfoil profile can improve the comfort of the rider gripping that part of the handlebars. Furthermore, truncating the trailing edge can have little or no adverse effect on the drag-reducing characteristics of the airfoil profile.

[0069] The lateral support may include: a mounting portion for mounting to a vehicle; and a first lateral portion extending between the mounting portion and a first grippable element. The first lateral portion may have a generally airfoil profile defined in a plane parallel to the second axial direction. The mounting portion may have a generally airfoil profile defined in a plane parallel to the second axial direction.

[0070] The general airfoil profile can have a trailing edge with the top truncated.

[0071] Advantageously, providing a truncated trailing edge to the airfoil profile can improve the comfort of the rider gripping that part of the handlebars. Furthermore, truncating the trailing edge can have little or no adverse effect on the drag-reducing characteristics of the airfoil profile.

[0072] The first grippable element may include an ergonomic portion. The contour of the ergonomic portion may be shaped to correspond to at least a portion of the gripper.

[0073] Advantageously, this increases the comfort of the person gripping the griptable element.

[0074] The handlebars may further include a second gripping element extending from a second end of the lateral support. The second gripping element may substantially be a mirror image of the first gripping element about a plane orthogonal to the first axial direction.

[0075] The lateral support and / or the first gripper element may be formed at least partially from carbon fiber.

[0076] The lateral support may include a mounting portion, which includes a mounting structure for mounting the handlebars to the vehicle.

[0077] The mounting structure may include clamps.

[0078] According to the second aspect, a means of transportation including the handlebars according to the first aspect is provided.

[0079] The means of transportation may be one of a bicycle, a tricycle, or a four-wheeled vehicle. Attached Figure Description

[0080] Embodiments are now disclosed by way of example only with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0081] Figure 1 This is a side view of a bicycle including handlebars according to one embodiment;

[0082] Figure 2 This is a front view of the handlebars according to the embodiment described;

[0083] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 The top view of the handlebars shown;

[0084] Figure 4 yes Figure 2 The rear view of the handlebars shown;

[0085] Figure 5 yes Figure 2 The side view of the handlebars shown;

[0086] Figure 6 yes Figure 2 An isometric view of the handlebars shown.

[0087] Figure 7 This is an enlarged rear view of the grippable element according to the embodiment described;

[0088] Figure 8 This is an enlarged front view of the mounting structure according to the embodiment described;

[0089] Figure 9 yes Figure 8 The rear cross-sectional view of the installation structure shown is shown.

[0090] Figure 10 This is a front isometric view of the mounting plate according to the embodiment described;

[0091] Figure 11 yes Figure 10 The first side view of the mounting plate shown;

[0092] Figure 12 yes Figure 10 Rear isometric view of the mounting plate shown;

[0093] Figure 13 yes Figure 10 The second side view of the mounting plate shown;

[0094] Figure 14 This is an isometric view of the removable cover according to the embodiment described;

[0095] Figure 15 It is a skirt that is fixed in the retracted position. Figure 8 and Figure 9 First side view of the attachment of the mounting structure shown;

[0096] Figure 16 yes Figure 15 The first side view shown shows the attachment with the skirt in the extended position;

[0097] Figure 17 yes Figure 15 The second isometric view of the attachment shown;

[0098] Figure 18 yes Figure 2 The bottom view of the handlebars shown;

[0099] Figure 19 yes Figure 5 The cross-sectional view of the first grippable element along line AA is shown.

[0100] Figure 20 yes Figure 4 The cross-sectional view of the mounting portion along line BB is shown; and

[0101] Figure 21 yes Figure 4 The cross-sectional view shown is of the first transverse portion along line CC. Detailed Implementation

[0102] The handlebars 100 are used to control the direction of travel of a vehicle (e.g., a push bicycle, motorcycle, tricycle, or four-wheeled vehicle).

[0103] Figure 1 The vehicle shown is an example of a push bicycle 212, which includes handlebars 100. The push bicycle 212 includes handlebars 100, frame 214, front wheel 216a, rear wheel 216b and seat 218.

[0104] In an alternative embodiment (not shown), the vehicle may be a motorcycle, a tricycle (motorized or non-motorized), or a four-wheeled vehicle (motorized or non-motorized). A four-wheeled vehicle includes any four-wheeled vehicle. The vehicle may include more than four wheels.

[0105] Reference Figures 2 to 6 The handlebar 100 includes a lateral support 102, a first gripping element 104a, and a second gripping element 104b. The first gripping element 104a includes a first free end 112a, and the second gripping element 104b includes a second free end 112b.

[0106] In the illustrated embodiment, the lateral support 102, the first gripping element 104a, and the second gripping element 104b are at least partially formed of carbon fiber. However, in an alternative embodiment (not shown), one or more of the lateral support 102, the first gripping element 104a, and the second gripping element 104b may be formed of any suitable alternative material (e.g., an alloy of aluminum, titanium, or steel).

[0107] Both gripper elements 104a and 104b are used to house the user's gripper on the handlebar 100. A lateral support 102 supports the gripper elements 104a and 104b and provides a torque arm for pivoting the handlebar 100 via the gripper elements 104a and 104b. The lateral support 102 may also be adapted to house the gripper.

[0108] The lateral support 102 includes a mounting portion 108, an elongated first lateral portion 110a, and an elongated second lateral portion 110b. A first gripping element 104a extends from a first end 109a of the lateral support 102 (i.e., from the end of the first lateral portion 110a furthest from the mounting portion 108). Similarly, a second gripping element 104b extends from a second end 109b of the lateral support 102 (i.e., from the end of the second lateral portion 110b furthest from the mounting portion 108). Thus, the first lateral portion 110a extends between the mounting portion 108 and the first gripping element 104a, and the second lateral portion 110b extends between the mounting portion 108 and the second gripping element 104b.

[0109] Mounting section 108 includes a mounting structure for mounting handlebar 100 to bicycle 212. In the illustrated embodiment, the mounting structure is a clamp 111 including a circular orifice 113. A portion of the steering tube 220 is received within the orifice 113 of the clamp 111 and secured in place using fasteners (not shown).

[0110] Steering tube 220 passes through head tube 222, which is part of the frame 214 of bicycle 212, and fork 224 extends from steering tube 220. As is known in the art, front wheel 216a is mounted to fork 224. Head tube 222 includes a headset with bearings, which allows pivoting of handlebar 100 about axis 226 to pivot fork 224 relative to frame 214 about axis 226.

[0111] The handlebars 100 are mounted to the bicycle 212 such that pivoting of the handlebars 100 about axis 226 causes the front fork 224 to pivot relative to the frame 214 about axis 226. Pivoting of the front fork 224 about axis 226 causes the front wheel 216a to pivot about axis 226. Therefore, the pivoting of the handlebars 100 about axis 226 allows the user of the bicycle 212 to change the direction of travel of the bicycle 212 as the bicycle 212 moves.

[0112] The transverse support 102 is substantially along the first axial direction 106 (in Figures 2 to 4 and Figure 6 (Indicated by a dashed line). In the illustrated embodiment, the lateral support 102 does not extend parallel to the first axial direction 106. Instead, the first lateral portion 110a and the second lateral portion 110b extend away from the mounting portion 108 at an acute angle relative to the first axial direction 106. Therefore, when... Figure 3 As shown, the transverse support 102 has a generally chevron-shaped profile.

[0113] Advantageously, the lateral support 102 with a herringbone profile increases its rigidity. Furthermore, since the first lateral portion 110a and the second lateral portion 110b extend away from the mounting portion 108 at an acute angle relative to the first axial direction 106, the mounting portion 108 has a shorter length measured perpendicular to the first axial direction 106 compared to the case where the lateral support 102 is straight. This is because the first lateral portion 110a and the second lateral portion 110b, instead of the mounting portion 108, separate the gripper elements 104a, 104b from the steering tube 220 to provide a comfortable riding posture.

[0114] In an alternative embodiment (not shown), the lateral support 102 may extend parallel to the first axial direction 106, i.e., the lateral support 102 may be substantially straight. Alternatively, the lateral support 102 may have any suitable non-linear and non-herringbone shape.

[0115] Reference Figure 5 and Figure 6 A first gripping element 104a extends from the lateral support 102 along a first longitudinal axis 114a, and a second gripping element 104b extends from the lateral support 102 along a second longitudinal axis 114b. The first longitudinal axis 114a and the second longitudinal axis 114b (in...) Figure 5 and Figure 6 (represented by dashed lines) extends from the center through the first gripping element 104a and the second gripping element 104b, respectively.

[0116] The first gripping element 104a extends from the first end 109a of the lateral support 102 at a non-zero angle to it, that is, the first longitudinal axis 114a extends from the central axis (not shown) of the first lateral portion 110a at a non-zero angle. Similarly, the second gripping element 104a extends from the second end 109b of the lateral support 102 at a non-zero angle to it. Therefore, the handlebar 100 is not a straight handlebar.

[0117] like Figure 6 As shown, a first gripping element 104a extends from a first end 109a of the lateral support 102 such that a first longitudinal axis 114a follows a curved path. Similarly, a second gripping element 104b extends from a second end 109b of the lateral support 102 such that a second longitudinal axis 114b follows a curved path.

[0118] Specifically, the first longitudinal axis 114a extends from the first end 109a at a non-zero angle relative to the central axis (not shown) of the first transverse portion 110a, bends to travel substantially along the second axial direction 116, bends to travel substantially along the third axial direction 118, and finally bends to travel substantially in the opposite direction to the second axial direction 116. Similarly, the second longitudinal axis 114b follows a substantially similar bending path. The first axial direction 106, the second axial direction 116, and the third axial direction 118 are all perpendicular to each other.

[0119] The first longitudinal axis 114a and the second longitudinal axis 114b, and therefore the first gripping element 104a and the second gripping element 104b, are partially arc-shaped, see, for example Figure 5 and Figure 6 In the illustrated embodiment, the handlebar 100 is a drop handlebar, for example, as seen on a road bike.

[0120] In an alternative embodiment (not shown), the first longitudinal axis 114a and the second longitudinal axis 114b can follow any suitable path. For example, gripping elements 104a, 104b can extend from the lateral support 102 such that the gripping elements are substantially parallel to the respective first lateral portion 110a and second lateral portion 110b. For example, the handlebar 100 can be a flat handlebar, as seen on mountain bikes. Alternatively, the gripping elements 104a, 104b and the lateral support 102 can be shaped such that the handlebar 100 is any of the following: bullhorn handlebar; BMX style handlebar; triathlon style handlebar; upright / North Road handlebar; mustache handlebar; ape hanger handlebar; and recumbent handlebar.

[0121] Of the two gripping elements 104a and 104b, only the first gripping element 104a will be discussed further below. Similarly, of the two lateral portions 110a and 110b, only the first lateral portion 110a will be discussed further below. However, it should be noted that the second gripping element 104b and the second lateral portion 110b may each include any of the features described below with respect to the first gripping element 104a and the first lateral portion 110a.

[0122] The first gripping element 104a has a non-circular profile in a plane orthogonal to the first longitudinal axis 114a. Specifically, the first gripping element 104a has a non-circular profile throughout the plane orthogonal to the first longitudinal axis 114a, that is, the first gripping element 104a has a non-circular profile along the entire first longitudinal axis 114a in a plane orthogonal to the first longitudinal axis 114a.

[0123] The first gripping element 104a includes a first end portion 120a, which includes a first free end portion 112a. The first gripping element 104a has a non-circular profile along the first end portion 120a in a plane orthogonal to the first longitudinal axis 114a.

[0124] like Figure 7 As most clearly shown, the non-circular profile of the first end 120a includes a substantially flat side 122. A curved edge 124 connects the two ends of the flat side 122 to complete the profile of the first end 120a. The flat side 122 faces a direction substantially opposite to the third axial direction 118 and generally faces the transverse support 102.

[0125] In an alternative embodiment (not shown), the first end portion 120a may have any suitable non-circular profile including one or more flat sides 122. For example, the non-circular profile of the first end portion 120a may be a polygon.

[0126] In an alternative embodiment (not shown), the first gripping element 104a may not have a non-circular profile along the entire first longitudinal axis 114a in a plane orthogonal to the first longitudinal axis 114a. For example, the first end portion 120a may have a circular profile in a plane orthogonal to the first longitudinal axis 114a along at least a portion of the first end portion 120a. In such an embodiment, one or more portions of the first gripping element 104a separated from or adjacent to the first end portion 120a will have a non-circular profile in a plane orthogonal to the first longitudinal axis 114a. Alternatively, only the first end portion 120a may have a non-circular profile in a plane orthogonal to the first longitudinal axis 114a.

[0127] The first gripping element 104a has an inconsistent profile along at least a portion of itself in a plane orthogonal to the first longitudinal axis 114a. This means that at least a portion of the first gripping element 104a includes a profile in two spaced-apart planes, both orthogonal to the first longitudinal axis 114a, wherein the profile of the first gripping element 104a in the first plane differs from the profile of the first gripping element 104a in the second plane in terms of size and / or shape.

[0128] However, in an alternative embodiment (not shown), the first grippable element 104a may have a consistent profile along its length in a plane orthogonal to the first longitudinal axis 114a.

[0129] The lateral support 102 has a non-circular profile in a plane orthogonal to the longitudinal axis, which passes through the center of the lateral support 102. In the illustrated embodiment, the first lateral portion 110a, the second lateral portion 110b, and the mounting portion 108 all have non-circular profiles in a plane orthogonal to the longitudinal axis passing through the center of the lateral support 102. However, in an alternative embodiment (not shown), only one or more portions of the first lateral portion 110a, the second lateral portion 110b, and / or the mounting portion 108 may have a non-circular profile in a plane orthogonal to the longitudinal axis passing through the center of the lateral support 102. In a further alternative embodiment (not shown), the first lateral portion 110a, the second lateral portion 110b, and / or the mounting portion 108 may have a circular profile in a plane orthogonal to the longitudinal axis passing through the center of the lateral support 102.

[0130] Because at least a portion of the first gripper element 104a has a non-circular profile, prior art circular clamps may not be suitable for mounting attachments (e.g., brake lever mechanisms) to the first gripper element 104a. For example, a prior art circular clamp may not be able to slide over a portion of the first gripper element 104a, such as the first free end 112a. Therefore, a prior art circular clamp may not be able to slide along the first gripper element 104a to its desired position. Furthermore, even if a prior art circular clamp can slide to the desired position, the non-circular profile of the first gripper element 104a at the desired position may limit sufficient contact between the circular clamp and the outer surface of the first gripper element 104a, thus preventing secure mounting of the attachment.

[0131] Similarly, since at least a portion of the lateral support 102 may have a non-circular profile, prior art circular clamps may be unsuitable for mounting attachments (e.g., brake lever mechanisms) to the lateral support 102 for reasons similar to those described above.

[0132] To overcome these problems, the handlebar 100 includes a first mounting structure 126a for mounting an attachment to the handlebar 100, for example, to a first gripper element 104a. The attachment may be, for example, a braking mechanism, a shifting mechanism, a braking and shifting combination mechanism, a bell, or a speedometer.

[0133] The first grippable element 104a includes an attachment portion 125a. The attachment portion 125a is for receiving a first mounting structure 126a. For example, in order to allow the attachment portion 125a to be configured to receive the first mounting structure 126a, the size and shape of the attachment portion 125a can be formed to receive the first mounting structure 126a. As will be discussed in more detail below, in the illustrated embodiment, the attachment portion 125a includes a cavity 134, the size and shape of which are formed to receive the first mounting structure 126a therein.

[0134] The first mounting structure 126a is used to mount the attachment to the attachment part 125a.

[0135] In the illustrated embodiment, the attachment portion 125a of the first grippable element 104a includes a first mounting structure 126a. (See also...) Figures 8 to 14 The first mounting structure 126a includes a mounting plate 128 arranged to at least partially abut the surface of the first grippable element 104a. The mounting plate 128 includes a first surface 130 with holes 132 for receiving fasteners for mounting attachments.

[0136] In the illustrated embodiment, hole 132 is a threaded hole. However, in an alternative embodiment (not shown), hole 132 may be unthreaded.

[0137] In the illustrated embodiment, the mounting plate 128 is formed of a metallic material. However, in an alternative embodiment (not shown), the mounting plate 128 may be formed of any suitable material (e.g., a rigid polymer material).

[0138] Mounting plate 128 is located at least partially within cavity 134 formed in first gripper element 104a. First surface 130 is at least partially accessible via opening 136 in outer surface 138 of first gripper element 104a.

[0139] The first surface 130 of the mounting plate 128 has a width 140 and a length 142. In the illustrated embodiment, the length 142 is greater than the width 140. However, in an alternative embodiment (not shown), the width 140 of the first surface 130 may be substantially equal to the length 142 of the first surface 130.

[0140] The opening 136 has a width 144 and a length 146. In the illustrated embodiment, the length 146 is greater than the width 144. However, in an alternative embodiment (not shown), the width 144 of the opening 136 may be substantially equal to the length 146 of the opening 136.

[0141] The width 140 and length 142 of the first surface 130 are greater than the width 144 and length 146 of the opening 136, respectively; that is, the area of ​​the first surface 130 is greater than the area of ​​the opening 136. Therefore, when the mounting plate 128 is oriented such that the first surface 130 faces the opening 136, the mounting plate 128 is prevented from passing through the opening 136. In some orientations, if the width 140 of the first surface 130 is less than the length 146 of the opening 136, and the depth of the mounting plate 128 is less than the width 144 of the opening 136, then the mounting plate 128 can pass through the opening 136.

[0142] In an alternative embodiment (not shown), the width 140 or length 142 of the first surface 130 may be less than or equal to the width 144 or length 146 of the opening 136, respectively. In such an embodiment, when the mounting plate 128 is oriented such that the first surface 130 faces the opening 136, the mounting plate 128 can still be prevented from passing through the opening 136 because the width 140 or length 142 of the first surface 130 is greater than the width 144 or length 146 of the opening 136, respectively.

[0143] The first grippable element 104a includes a cavity inlet 150. The cavity inlet 150 leads to a cavity 134 formed in the first grippable element 104a. A mounting plate 128 is accessible via the cavity inlet 150.

[0144] Mounting plate 128 includes a second surface 148 opposite to the first surface 130. The second surface 148 is accessible via a cavity inlet 150 in the first grippable element 104a. In the illustrated embodiment, a hole 132 in the first surface 130 of mounting plate 128 extends through the second surface 148.

[0145] The cavity inlet 150 is separated from the opening 136. In the illustrated embodiment, the cavity inlet 150 is substantially located on the side of the grippable element 104a opposite to the opening 136.

[0146] The cavity inlet 150 is sized relative to the mounting plate 128 so that the mounting plate 128 can be removed from the cavity 134 via the cavity inlet 150.

[0147] The cavity inlet 150 is accessed through the removable cover 152 (in... Figure 14 (Shown separately) The removable cover 152 has a profile shaped to correspond to the cavity inlet 150 and is formed of a flexible material (e.g., a flexible polymer material such as rubber). The removable cover 152 includes a channel 154 extending around the periphery of the removable cover 152.

[0148] The cavity inlet 150 is closed by pressing a portion of the removable cover 152 into the cavity 134 via the cavity inlet 150 until a wall surrounding the cavity inlet 150 is accommodated in the channel 154. The removable cover 152 is removed by reversing the process.

[0149] A portion of the first surface 130 of the mounting plate 128 is arranged to abut the contact surface 160 of the cavity 134. The contact surface 160 is adjacent to and surrounds the opening 136. The first surface 130 and the contact surface 160 have corresponding curved profiles.

[0150] In the illustrated embodiment, the first surface 130 and the contact surface 160 have corresponding arcuate profiles. For example... Figure 11 As shown, the first surface 130 has an arcuate profile along its length 142. Figure 13 As shown, the first surface 130 also has an arcuate profile along its width 140.

[0151] The corresponding curved profiles of the contact surface 160 and the first surface 130 allow the position and orientation of the hole 132 relative to the periphery of the opening 136 to be adjusted by sliding said portion of the first surface 130 on the contact surface 160 while maintaining contact between the contact surface 160 and a portion of the first surface 130. The position of the hole 132 relative to the periphery of the opening 136 is adjustable in two perpendicular axial directions 156, 158. The orientation of the hole 132 relative to the periphery of the opening 136 (i.e., the direction in which the axis extending through the hole 132 at its center) is adjustable around the two axial directions 156, 158.

[0152] Advantageously, since the position and orientation of the hole 132 can be adjusted relative to the periphery of the opening 136, the position and orientation of the attachments fixed to the mounting plate 128 are also adjustable relative to the periphery of the opening 136. This allows attachments (e.g., brakes and / or shift levers) mounted to the handlebars 100 via the mounting structure 126a to be adjusted so that they can be more comfortably reached by the hand gripping the handlebars 100.

[0153] In an alternative embodiment (not shown), the position and / or orientation of the hole 132 relative to the periphery of the opening 136 may be adjustable in only one direction. For example, the cavity 134 may be configured to prevent the mounting plate 128 from moving along or about one of the axial directions 156, 158.

[0154] The outer surface 138 of the first grippable element 104a, including the opening 136, has a curved profile. Specifically, the outer surface 138 is oriented along the axial direction 156 (e.g., Figure 8 (as shown) and along the axial direction 158 (as shown) Figure 5(As shown) has an arcuate profile. In the illustrated embodiment, the curved profile of the outer surface 138 substantially corresponds to the curved profile of the contact surface 160.

[0155] As illustrated in the following examples, some attachments may include attachment mounts or other support structures arranged to abut the outer surface 138 when mounted to the mounting structure 126a. Therefore, the curved profile of the outer surface 138 allows for orientation adjustment of the attachment relative to the handlebar 100 while ensuring constant contact between the attachment support structure and the outer surface 138.

[0156] Reference Figures 15 to 17 The attachment 162 is fixed to the first mounting structure 126a. Specifically, the attachment 162 is a braking and shifting combination mechanism, and the attachment 162 is mounted to the first gripper element 104a of the handlebar 100.

[0157] Attachment 162 includes attachment mounting 164 and rod 172. The adjacent surface (not shown) of attachment mounting 164 includes a hole 166 (in...). Figure 15 (Seen in a dotted image). In the illustrated embodiment, hole 166 is a threaded hole.

[0158] To secure the attachment 162 to the first mounting structure 126a, the adjacent surface of the attachment mount 164 is placed against the outer surface 138. In the illustrated embodiment, the adjacent surface has a curved profile corresponding to the curved profile of the outer surface 138. Therefore, the position and orientation of the attachment mount 164 relative to the periphery of the opening 136 can be adjusted while ensuring contact between the adjacent surface and the outer surface 138.

[0159] Once the attachment mount 164 is in the desired position relative to the periphery of the opening 136, the mounting plate 128 is positioned within the cavity 134 such that the first surface 130 faces the opening 136 and the hole 132 in the mounting plate 128 coincides with the hole 166 in the attachment mount 164. This can be achieved by a user inserting one or more fingers into the cavity 134 via the cavity inlet 150 to manipulate the mounting plate 128.

[0160] Fastener 168 (in) Figure 15 (Seen in shadow) is then introduced into cavity 134 via cavity inlet 150 and inserted from the second surface 148 of mounting plate 128 through hole 132 (in) Figure 15(Seen in silhouette). In the illustrated embodiment, fastener 168 is a threaded fastener that is screwed into threaded hole 132. Fastener 168 passes through hole 132 into mounting plate 128 until the end of fastener 168 extends away from first surface 130 of mounting plate, through opening 136 and into hole 166 in attachment mount 164. Fastener 168 is screwed into hole 166 in attachment mount 164 until attachment mount 164 is securely fastened to first mounting structure 126a.

[0161] The attachment 162 includes a skirt 170 formed of a flexible material (e.g., a flexible polymer material such as rubber). Figure 15 In the middle, the skirt 170 is in the retracted position. Once the attachment 162 is secured to the first mounting structure 126a as described, the skirt 170 extends on the attachment mount 164 such that the skirt covers the first mounting structure 126a, as... Figure 16 As shown. The skirt 170 prevents air flowing over the handlebar 100 from contacting the first mounting structure 126a or the attachment mount 164, and provides a smooth, continuous surface for airflow. Thus, the skirt 170 is used to reduce the aerodynamic drag of the handlebar 100.

[0162] like Figure 6 As shown, the opening 136 of the first mounting structure 126a generally faces the second axial direction 116. Therefore, the attachment 162 mounted to the first mounting structure 126a generally faces the second axial direction 116. Thus, the attachment 162 can be located near one or more fingers of a user's hand that is gripping the first griptable element 104a. For example, one or more fingers of the user's hand can actuate the lever 172.

[0163] However, in an alternative embodiment (not shown), the opening 136 can face any suitable direction.

[0164] In an alternative embodiment (not shown), the lateral support 102 (e.g., the first lateral portion 110a or mounting portion 108) may include a first mounting structure 126a. In such an embodiment, a mounting plate 128 is arranged to at least partially abut a surface of the lateral support 102. The mounting plate 128 may be at least partially located within a cavity formed in the lateral support 102. A first surface 130 of the mounting plate 128 may be at least partially accessible via an opening in the outer surface of the lateral support 102. In such an embodiment, the first mounting structure may share any of the features described with respect to the first mounting structure 126a located on the first grippable element 104a.

[0165] Some attachments may require cables to run between the attachment and the part of the bicycle 212 to which the handlebar 100 is mounted. For example, if the attachment is a brake lever mechanism, the brake cable typically runs between the brake lever mechanism and the braking mechanism, which is usually located near one or both of the wheels 216a, 216b of the bicycle 212. Such cables typically also extend to the outside of the handlebar 100 and are therefore exposed to oncoming airflow when the bicycle 212 is in motion. The exposed attachment cables may increase the aerodynamic drag of the handlebar 100 and may also detract from the aesthetics of the handlebar 100.

[0166] To overcome these problems, the handlebar 100 was designed to minimize the amount of exposed attachment cables.

[0167] Reference Figure 8 , Figure 9 , Figure 17 and Figure 18 The handlebar 100 includes a first pipe opening 174 and a second pipe opening 176. The first pipe opening 174 is adjacent to the first mounting structure 126a, and the second pipe opening 176 is located in the lateral support member 102 and spaced apart from the first pipe opening 174. In the illustrated embodiment, the first pipe opening 174 is formed in the first griptable element 104a, and the second pipe opening 176 is formed in the mounting portion 108.

[0168] exist Figure 8 In this configuration, the frame 175 is fixed to the first grippable element 104a and is arranged to surround the outer surface 138. The frame 175 includes three openings 177a, 177b, and 177c adjacent to the first conduit opening 174. Cables can extend through the openings 177a, 177b, and 177c into the first conduit opening 174.

[0169] like Figure 9 As shown, the first pipe opening 174 is formed as a single orifice adjacent to the contact surface 160. Figure 9 For clarity, frame 175 has been removed.

[0170] The first pipe opening 174 and the second pipe opening 176 are connected to pipe 178 (in... Figure 18 (represented by dashed lines) to accommodate one or more cables passing through them. In the illustrated embodiment, conduit 178 is formed within the lateral support 102 and the first grippable element 104a, and extends between the first conduit opening 174 and the second conduit opening 176.

[0171] like Figure 17As shown, a first cable 180a and a second cable 180b extend from the attachment 162 into a first conduit opening 174. The first cable 180a is used to control a braking mechanism (not shown), and the second cable 180b is used to control a gear mechanism (not shown). Although not shown, the first cable 180a and the second cable 180b are arranged to extend through the conduit 178 and out of the second conduit opening 176, from where the first and second cables can be connected to the braking mechanism (not shown) and the gear mechanism (not shown), respectively.

[0172] The arrangement of the first pipe opening 174, the second pipe opening 176, and the pipe 178 helps to limit the length of the first cable 180a and the second cable 180b exposed to the air traveling on the handlebar 100. Therefore, the influence of the first cable 180a and the second cable 180b on the aerodynamic drag of the handlebar 100 is limited.

[0173] Figure 19 Show along Figure 5 The line AA shown passes through the cross-section of the attachment portion 125a of the first gripper element 104a. Note that the cross-section is shaded to more clearly show the external outline of the handlebar 100. The cross-section does not show the internal features of the handlebar 100.

[0174] Although Figure 19 The plane shown is not necessarily orthogonal to the first longitudinal axis 114a, but it should be understood that the attachment 125a has a non-circular profile in the plane orthogonal to the first longitudinal axis 114a (which corresponds to the longitudinal axis of the attachment 125a).

[0175] In the illustrated embodiment, the attachment portion 125a has a generally airfoil profile 182 in a plane parallel to the second axial direction 116. The generally airfoil profile 182 includes a leading edge 184 and a trailing edge 186. It should be understood that when the attachment (e.g., Figures 15 to 17 When the attachment 162 is secured to the first mounting structure 126a, the leading edge 184 will be covered by the attachment. Therefore, a portion of the attachment will form the leading edge of the generally airfoil-shaped profile 182.

[0176] exist Figure 19As can be seen, the linear axis 188 extending substantially between the leading edge 184 and the trailing edge 186 is generally aligned with the second axial direction 116. Therefore, air flowing on the attachment 125a along the opposite second axial direction 116 will flow from the leading edge 184 around the profile 182 to the trailing edge 186. It should be understood that the generally airfoil profile 182 helps prevent the air traveling around the generally airfoil profile 182 from separating from the attachment 125a, that is, helps prevent the boundary layer from separating from the attachment 125a. Therefore, for example, the profile drag of the attachment 125a will be less than the profile drag of the attachment 125a being a non-streamlined body.

[0177] In the illustrated embodiment, the general airfoil profile 182 includes a trailing edge 186 with the top truncated. However, in an alternative embodiment (not shown), the trailing edge 186 may be pointed or rounded.

[0178] Advantageously, providing a generally airfoil profile 182 with a truncated trailing edge 186 can improve the comfort of the person gripping that portion of the handlebars 100. Furthermore, the truncated trailing edge 186 has little or no adverse effect on the drag reduction characteristics of the generally airfoil profile 182.

[0179] In an alternative embodiment (not shown), one or more portions of the first gripping element 104a that are separated from or adjacent to the attachment portion 125a may have a generally airfoil-shaped profile in a plane parallel to the second axial direction 116.

[0180] In an alternative embodiment (not shown), the attachment portion 125a may not have a generally airfoil profile in a plane parallel to the second axial direction 116.

[0181] Figure 20 Show along Figure 4 The line BB shown is a cross-section through the mounting portion 108 of the transverse support 102. Note that the cross-section is shaded to more clearly show the external outline of the handlebar 100. The cross-section does not show the internal features of the handlebar 100.

[0182] In the illustrated embodiment, the mounting portion 108 has a generally airfoil profile 190 in a plane parallel to the second axial direction 116. The generally airfoil profile 190 includes a leading edge 192 and a trailing edge 194.

[0183] In the illustrated embodiment, trailing edge 194 is a trailing edge with the top cut off. However, in an alternative embodiment (not shown), trailing edge 194 may be pointed or rounded.

[0184] exist Figure 20As can be seen, the linear axis 196 extending substantially between the leading edge 192 and the trailing edge 194 is generally aligned with the second axial direction 116. Therefore, air flowing on the mounting portion 108 and along the opposite second axial direction 116 will flow from the leading edge 192 around the profile 190 to the trailing edge 194.

[0185] It should be understood that during use, components of the bicycle frame 214 will extend through the opening 113, such as... Figure 20 As shown. Therefore, it will inhibit or prevent air from traveling through orifice 113.

[0186] Figure 21 Show along Figure 4 The line CC shown is a cross-section through the first lateral portion 110a of the lateral support 102. Note that the cross-section is shaded to more clearly show the outer contour of the handlebar 100. The cross-section does not show the internal features of the handlebar 100.

[0187] In the illustrated embodiment, the mounting portion 108 has a generally airfoil profile 198 in a plane parallel to the second axial direction 116. The generally airfoil profile 198 includes a leading edge 200 and a trailing edge 202.

[0188] In the illustrated embodiment, the trailing edge 202 is a trailing edge with the top cut off. However, in an alternative embodiment (not shown), the trailing edge 202 may be sharp or rounded.

[0189] exist Figure 21 As can be seen, the linear axis 204 extending substantially between the leading edge 200 and the trailing edge 202 is roughly aligned with the second axial direction 116. Therefore, air flowing on the first transverse portion 110a and along the opposite second axial direction 116 will flow from the leading edge 200 around the profile 198 to the trailing edge 202.

[0190] In an alternative embodiment (not shown), only the mounting portion 108 or only the first lateral portion 110a has a generally airfoil profile defined in a plane parallel to the second axial direction.

[0191] In an alternative embodiment (not shown), the lateral support 102 does not have a generally airfoil profile defined in a plane parallel to the second axial direction.

[0192] Reference Figure 21 The first grippable element 104a includes an ergonomic portion 206. The ergonomic portion 206 is presented as... Figure 21 The portion of the first grippable element 104a within the dashed box. The ergonomic portion 206 is shaped / formed to correspond to at least a portion of the gripper (not shown).

[0193] Ergonomic component 206 includes a wall 208 configured to be received within the space formed between the thumb and forefinger of a hand gripping (not shown) and extending toward the user's wrist. Wall 208 provides support for the user's hand.

[0194] The outer surface 210 of the ergonomic part 206 is adjacent to the wall 208. The outer surface 210 is profiled to improve the grip between one or more fingers of the gripper (not shown) and the outer surface 210.

[0195] Advantageously, the ergonomic part 206 can increase the comfort of the user gripping the ergonomic part 206, and increase the user's ability to grip the ergonomic part 206.

[0196] Handlebar 100 about the direction orthogonal to the first axial direction 106 Figure 2 The plane M shown is substantially symmetrical. Therefore, the second gripping element 104b is substantially a mirror image of the first gripping element 104a about the plane M, and the second lateral portion 110b is substantially a mirror image of the first lateral portion 110a about the plane M. Therefore, the second gripping element 104b and the second lateral portion 110b may each include any features previously described with respect to the first gripping element 104a and the first lateral portion 110a.

Claims

1. A handlebar for controlling the direction of travel of a vehicle, the handlebar comprising: A lateral support member for mounting to a vehicle, the lateral support member extending substantially along a first axial direction; A first gripping element extends from a first end of the lateral support, the first gripping element including a free end; and Mounting structure for mounting the attachment to the handlebars. The mounting structure includes a mounting plate arranged to at least partially abut a surface of the lateral support or the first grippable element. The mounting plate has a first surface including holes for receiving fasteners for mounting the attachment. The mounting plate is at least partially located within a cavity formed in the lateral support or the first gripper element, wherein the first surface is at least partially accessible via an opening in the outer surface of the lateral support or the first gripper element, and wherein the mounting plate includes a second surface opposite to the first surface. The second surface is accessible via a cavity inlet located in the lateral support or the first grippable element, the cavity inlet leading to the cavity, wherein the cavity inlet is separated from the opening.

2. The handlebar as described in claim 1, wherein, The hole in the first surface extends through the second surface.

3. The handlebar as described in claim 1, wherein, The mounting plate can be removed from the cavity via the cavity inlet.

4. The handlebar as described in any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, The cavity inlet is substantially located on the side of the lateral support or the first grippable element opposite to the opening.

5. The handlebar as described in any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, The first surface has at least one spatial dimension larger than at least one spatial dimension of the opening, so as to prevent the mounting plate from passing through the opening.

6. The handlebar as described in claim 5, wherein, The area of ​​the first surface is greater than the area of ​​the opening.

7. The handlebar as described in claim 5, wherein, The width and length of the first surface are greater than the width and length of the opening, respectively.

8. The handlebar as described in any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, A portion of the first surface is arranged as a contact surface adjacent to the cavity, wherein the contact surface is adjacent to the opening, and wherein the first surface and the contact surface have corresponding curved profiles.

9. The handlebar as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 3, further comprising a first conduit opening and a second conduit opening, wherein the first conduit opening is adjacent to the mounting structure, wherein the second conduit opening is formed in the lateral support and separated from the first conduit opening, wherein the first conduit opening and the second conduit opening are in communication with a conduit for receiving a cable, the cable passing through the conduit, the conduit being formed within at least a portion of the lateral support.

10. The handlebar as claimed in claim 9, wherein, The mounting structure is located on the first grippable element, and the first channel opening is formed in the first grippable element.

11. The handlebar as claimed in claim 9, wherein, The lateral support includes a mounting portion for mounting to a vehicle, wherein the second pipe opening is formed within or adjacent to the mounting portion.

12. The handlebar as described in any one of claims 1 to 3, further comprising: A removable cover is arranged to close the cavity inlet.

13. The handlebar as claimed in claim 12, wherein, The removable cover is made of a flexible material.

14. The handlebar as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, The position of the hole relative to the periphery of the opening is adjustable in at least one direction.

15. The handlebar as claimed in claim 14, wherein, The position of the hole relative to the periphery of the opening is adjustable in two vertical directions.

16. The handlebar as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, The outer surface of the lateral support or the first grippable element, including the opening, has a curved profile.

17. The handlebar as claimed in claim 16, wherein, The outer surface has an arc-shaped profile.

18. The handlebar as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 3, further comprising: An attachment, which is fixed to the mounting structure.

19. The handlebar as claimed in claim 18, wherein, The attachment is selected from one of the following: a braking mechanism, a shifting mechanism, a braking and shifting combination mechanism, a bell, or a speedometer.

20. The handlebar as claimed in claim 18, wherein, The attachment includes an attachment mount, the attachment mount having holes, and a fastener passing through the holes in the attachment mount and the mounting plate to secure the attachment to the mounting plate.

21. The handlebar as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, The mounting structure is located on the attachment portion of the first grippable element, wherein the attachment portion has a non-circular profile in a plane orthogonal to the longitudinal axis of the attachment portion.

22. The handlebar as claimed in claim 21, wherein, The attachment portion has a generally airfoil-shaped profile in a plane parallel to the second axial direction, which is substantially perpendicular to the first axial direction.

23. The handlebar as described in any one of claims 1 to 3, further comprising: A second gripping element extends from a second end of the lateral support, wherein the second gripping element is substantially a mirror image of the first gripping element about a plane orthogonal to the first axial direction.

24. A means of transport comprising a handlebar as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 23.

25. The means of transport as claimed in claim 24, wherein, The means of transport is one of a bicycle, tricycle, or four-wheeled vehicle.

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