bicycle parts

Abstract

A bicycle component includes a cable attachment member, a retaining plate, and a fastener. The cable attachment member includes a cable arrangement portion and a beveled surface. The fastener is configured to secure the retaining plate to the cable arrangement portion along a fastening direction, thereby holding the inner core of the cable between the cable attachment member and the retaining plate. The beveled surface is neither parallel nor perpendicular to the fastening direction. When viewed along the fastening direction, the beveled surface at least partially overlaps with the retaining plate.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention generally relates to a bicycle component. More specifically, this invention relates to a bicycle component to which a cable is attached. Background Technology

[0002] Many bicycles include cable-operated bicycle components and / or components that pull or release cables. For example, cable-operated bicycle components in a bicycle include brakes, gear shifting mechanisms (e.g., derailleurs), seatposts, suspensions, etc. User-operated components, such as gear shifters, are an example of cable-operated bicycle components. Conventional cables for cable-operated bicycle components consist of inner cores and a housing covering the inner cores. In particular, Bowden cables are typically used to operatively connect user-operated components, such as gear shifters, to cable-operated bicycle components, such as derailleurs.

[0003] In general, the present invention relates to various features of bicycle components to which cables are attached. Rear derailleurs and rim brakes are examples of bicycle components to which cables are attached. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In view of the state of the prior art, and according to a first aspect of the invention, a bicycle component includes a cable attachment member, a retaining plate, and a fastener. The cable attachment member includes a cable arrangement portion and an inclined surface. The fastener is configured to fasten the retaining plate to the cable arrangement portion along a fastening direction, thereby retaining the inner core of the cable between the cable attachment member and the retaining plate. The inclined surface is neither parallel nor perpendicular to the fastening direction. When viewed along the fastening direction, the inclined surface at least partially overlaps the retaining plate.

[0005] According to the bicycle component of the first aspect, the inclined surface allows for easy insertion of the inner core of the cable between the cable attachment member and the retaining plate. Therefore, the inner core of the cable can be easily attached to the bicycle component.

[0006] According to a second aspect of the invention, the bicycle component according to the first aspect is configured such that, when the bicycle component is mounted on a bicycle frame, an inclined surface is at least partially disposed between the cable arrangement portion and the bicycle center surface, the bicycle center surface passing through the center of the bicycle frame in the width direction of the bicycle frame.

[0007] According to the bicycle component of the second aspect, during the cable attachment operation, the inner core of the cable is pulled away from the center plane of the bicycle toward the cable arrangement portion. Therefore, the inner core of the cable can be easily attached to the bicycle component using the space around the bicycle component.

[0008] According to a third aspect of the invention, a bicycle component includes a cable attachment member, a retaining plate, and a fastener. The cable attachment member includes a cable arrangement portion and an inclined surface. The fastener is configured to fasten the retaining plate to the cable arrangement portion along a fastening direction, thereby retaining the inner core of the cable between the cable attachment member and the retaining plate. The inclined surface is neither parallel nor perpendicular to the fastening direction. When the bicycle component is mounted on a bicycle frame, the inclined surface is at least partially disposed between the cable arrangement portion and the bicycle center plane. The bicycle center plane passes through the center of the bicycle frame in the width direction of the bicycle frame.

[0009] According to the bicycle component in the third aspect, the inclined surface makes it easy to insert the inner core of the cable between the cable attachment member and the retaining plate. Therefore, the inner core of the cable can be easily attached to the bicycle component.

[0010] According to a fourth aspect of the invention, the bicycle component according to any one of the first to third aspects further includes a base member. The base member includes a housing receiving member configured to receive a cable. The housing receiving member includes a receiving hole through which the inner core of the cable extends. The receiving hole has a central axis. A cable attachment member is movably coupled to the base member. When viewed along the fastening direction, the cable arrangement is at least partially disposed between the inclined surface and the central axis of the receiving hole.

[0011] According to the bicycle component in the fourth aspect, during the cable attachment operation, the inner core of the cable is pulled towards the cable arrangement section and the central axis of the receiver hole. Therefore, the inner core of the cable can be easily attached to the bicycle component using the space around the bicycle component.

[0012] According to a fifth aspect of the invention, a bicycle component includes a base member, a cable attachment member, a retaining plate, and fasteners. The base member includes a housing receiving member configured to receive a cable. The housing receiving member includes a receiving hole through which the inner core of the cable extends. The receiving hole has a central axis. The cable attachment member is movably coupled to the base member. The cable attachment member includes a cable arrangement portion and an inclined surface. The fasteners are configured to fasten the retaining plate to the cable arrangement portion along a fastening direction, thereby retaining the inner core of the cable between the cable attachment member and the retaining plate. The inclined surface is neither parallel nor perpendicular to the fastening direction. When viewed along the fastening direction, the cable arrangement portion is at least partially disposed between the inclined surface and the central axis of the receiving hole.

[0013] According to the bicycle component in the fifth aspect, the inclined surface makes it easier to insert the inner core of the cable between the cable attachment member and the retaining plate. Therefore, the inner core of the cable can be easily attached to the bicycle component.

[0014] According to a sixth aspect of the invention, the bicycle component according to the fourth or fifth aspect further includes a first link and a second link. The first link is pivotally connected to a base member. The second link is pivotally connected to the base member. A cable attachment member is connected to the second link. When viewed along the fastening direction, the cable arrangement is at least partially disposed between the inclined surface and the first link.

[0015] Using the bicycle component according to the sixth aspect, the structure of the bicycle component can be applied to a device including a first link and a second link.

[0016] According to a seventh aspect of the invention, a bicycle component includes a base member, a first link, a second link, a cable attachment member, a retaining plate, and fasteners. The first link is pivotally connected to the base member. The second link is pivotally connected to the base member. The cable attachment member is connected to the second link. The cable attachment member includes a cable arrangement portion and an inclined surface. The fasteners are configured to fasten the retaining plate to the cable arrangement portion along a fastening direction, thereby retaining the inner core of the cable between the cable attachment member and the retaining plate. The inclined surface is neither parallel nor perpendicular to the fastening direction. When viewed along the fastening direction, the cable arrangement portion is at least partially disposed between the inclined surface and the first link.

[0017] According to the bicycle component in aspect seven, during the cable attachment operation, the inner core of the cable is pulled toward the cable arrangement portion and the first connector. Therefore, the inner core of the cable can be easily attached to the bicycle component using the space around the bicycle component.

[0018] According to an eighth aspect of the invention, a bicycle component according to any one of the first to seventh aspects is configured such that the inclined surface is configured to guide the inner core toward the insertion space defined between the cable attachment member and the retaining plate.

[0019] For the bicycle component according to aspect eight, the inclined surface makes it easier to insert the inner core of the cable into the insertion space. Therefore, it is easier to attach the inner core of the cable to the bicycle component.

[0020] According to a ninth aspect of the invention, the bicycle component of the eighth aspect is configured such that the cable attachment member includes a first stop and a second stop. The first stop is contactable with the inner cable core before it is inserted into the insertion space. The second stop is contactable with the inner cable core when it is inserted into the insertion space.

[0021] For the bicycle component according to aspect nine, the first stop and the second stop allow the inner cable core to be positioned relative to the cable attachment member in a predetermined position. Therefore, it is easier to attach the inner cable core to the bicycle component.

[0022] According to a tenth aspect of the invention, a bicycle component according to a fourth or fifth aspect is configured such that the cable attachment member includes a first stop and a second stop. The first stop is contactable with the inner cable before it is inserted into the insertion space defined between the cable attachment member and the retaining plate. The second stop is contactable with the inner cable when it is inserted into the insertion space. When viewed along the fastening direction, the second stop is at least partially disposed between the central axis of the receiving hole and the first stop.

[0023] According to the bicycle component of aspect ten, when the inner cable core is inserted into the insertion space, the inner cable core is pulled toward the second stop and the central axis of the receiving hole. Therefore, the inner cable core of the cable can be more easily attached to the bicycle component using the space around the bicycle component.

[0024] According to an eleventh aspect of the invention, a bicycle component according to any one of the eighth to tenth aspects is configured such that a first stop includes a first protrusion. A second stop includes a second protrusion spaced apart from the first protrusion. The first and second protrusions define a cable channel between the first and second protrusions, through which the inner core of the cable extends.

[0025] According to the bicycle component in the eleventh aspect, the inner core of the cable can be easily positioned between the first and second protrusions via the cable channel.

[0026] According to a twelfth aspect of the invention, the bicycle component according to any one of the first to eleventh aspects is constructed such that the retaining plate has a profile when viewed in the fastening direction. When viewed in the fastening direction, the inclined surface is partially outside the profile of the retaining plate.

[0027] According to the bicycle component in aspect 12, the inclined surface makes it easier to insert the inner core of the cable between the cable attachment member and the retaining plate. Therefore, it is easier to attach the inner core of the cable to the bicycle component.

[0028] According to the thirteenth aspect of the invention, the bicycle component according to any one of the first to twelfth aspects is constructed such that the retaining plate has an annular shape when viewed along the fastening direction.

[0029] By adopting the bicycle component according to aspect thirteen, the shape of the retaining plate can be simplified, thereby saving the manufacturing cost of the bicycle component.

[0030] According to the fourteenth aspect of the invention, the bicycle component according to any one of the first to thirteenth aspects is configured such that the cable arrangement portion includes a cable arrangement groove that extends at least partially in a straight line.

[0031] According to the bicycle component of aspect fourteen, the inner core of the cable can be easily placed in the cable arrangement groove during cable attachment operation.

[0032] According to a fifteenth aspect of the invention, a bicycle component according to any one of the first to fourteenth aspects is configured such that a fastener has a fastener central axis extending along the fastening direction. The fastener extends along the fastener central axis. The inclined surface includes an inner end and an outer end. Viewed along the fastening direction, the inner end is positioned closer to the fastener central axis than the outer end. The inclined surface is inclined from the inner end toward the outer end to increase the distance defined along the fastening direction between the retaining plate and the inclined surface.

[0033] According to the bicycle component of aspect fifteen, the inclined surface makes it easier to insert the inner core of the cable between the cable attachment member and the retaining plate. Therefore, it is easier to attach the inner core of the cable to the bicycle component.

[0034] According to a sixteenth aspect of the invention, a bicycle component according to any one of the first to fourteenth aspects is configured such that the inclined surface includes a first inclined surface and a second inclined surface. The first inclined surface is neither parallel to nor perpendicular to the fastening direction. The second inclined surface is neither parallel to nor perpendicular to the fastening direction and the first inclined surface.

[0035] By arranging the first and second inclined surfaces in suitable positions, according to the bicycle component of the sixteenth aspect, the inclined surfaces can be adapted to the movement of the inner core of the cable. Therefore, it is easier to attach the inner core of the cable to the bicycle component.

[0036] According to a seventeenth aspect of the invention, the bicycle component according to the sixteenth aspect is configured such that the fastener has a fastener central axis extending along the fastening direction. The fastener extends along the fastener central axis. A first inclined surface includes a first inner end and a first outer end. Viewed along the fastening direction, the first inner end is positioned closer to the fastener central axis than the first outer end. The first inclined surface is inclined from the first inner end toward the first outer end to increase the first distance defined along the fastening direction between the retaining plate and the first inclined surface.

[0037] According to the bicycle component of aspect seventeen, the first inclined surface makes it easier to insert the inner core of the cable between the cable attachment member and the retaining plate. Therefore, it is easier to attach the inner core of the cable to the bicycle component.

[0038] According to an eighteenth aspect of the invention, the bicycle component according to the seventeenth aspect is configured such that the second inclined surface includes a second inner end and a second outer end. Viewed in the fastening direction, the second inner end is positioned closer to the fastener's central axis than the second outer end. The second inclined surface is inclined from the second inner end toward the second outer end to increase the second distance defined in the fastening direction between the retaining plate and the second inclined surface.

[0039] According to the bicycle component of aspect eighteen, the second inclined surface makes it easier to insert the inner core of the cable between the cable attachment member and the retaining plate. Therefore, it is easier to attach the inner core of the cable to the bicycle component.

[0040] According to a nineteenth aspect of the invention, the bicycle component of the eighteenth aspect is configured such that, when viewed along the fastening direction, a first inclined surface is inclined from a first inner end to a first outer end in a first inclined direction. When viewed along the fastening direction, a second inclined surface is inclined from a second inner end to a second outer end in a second inclined direction. The cable arrangement portion includes a cable arrangement groove extending in the extension direction. At least one of the first and second inclined directions is neither parallel nor perpendicular to the extension direction.

[0041] By arranging the first and second inclined surfaces in suitable positions, according to the bicycle component of aspect nineteen, the inclined surfaces can be made more suitable for the movement of the inner core of the cable. Therefore, it is easier to attach the inner core of the cable to the bicycle component.

[0042] According to a twentieth aspect of the invention, a bicycle component according to any one of the sixteenth to nineteenth aspects is configured such that the inclined surface includes a ridge disposed between a first inclined surface and a second inclined surface.

[0043] According to the bicycle component in aspect 20, the first inclined surface and the second inclined surface can be arranged in adjacent positions.

[0044] According to a twenty-first aspect of the invention, a bicycle component according to any one of aspects sixteen to twenty is constructed such that a first inclined surface is inclined relative to a reference surface at a first inclined angle. The reference surface is perpendicular to the fastening direction. A second inclined surface is inclined relative to the reference surface at a second inclined angle. The first inclined angle is different from the second inclined angle.

[0045] By arranging the first and second inclined surfaces in suitable positions, according to the bicycle component of aspect twenty-one, the inclined surfaces can be made more suitable for the movement of the inner core of the cable. Therefore, it is easier to attach the inner core of the cable to the bicycle component.

[0046] According to a twenty-second aspect of the invention, the bicycle component according to any one of the first to twenty-first aspects further includes a chain guide that is contactable with the chain.

[0047] The bicycle component structure according to aspect 22 can be applied to a device including a chain guide.

[0048] Furthermore, other objects, features, aspects, and advantages of the disclosed bicycle components will become apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description, which, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, discloses preferred embodiments of the bicycle components. Attached Figure Description

[0049] The selected embodiments will now be explained with reference to the accompanying drawings, which form part of this original disclosure, in which:

[0050] Figure 1 This is a side elevation view of a bicycle derailleur (i.e., bicycle component) with a cable attachment structure according to the first embodiment.

[0051] Figure 2 It is equipped with Figure 1 The diagram shows the outline of a bicycle with a derailleur, viewed longitudinally from the front of the bicycle, to illustrate the central plane of the bicycle that vertically bisects the bicycle frame.

[0052] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A partial perspective view of the bicycle derailleur shown.

[0053] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 and Figure 3 The diagram shows a perspective view of the inner link of a bicycle derailleur.

[0054] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 An enlarged perspective view of the cable attachment structure of the internal connector shown.

[0055] Figure 6 yes Figure 4 and Figure 5 Another enlarged perspective view of the cable attachment structure shown.

[0056] Figure 7 yes Figures 4 to 6 Another enlarged perspective view of the cable attachment structure shown.

[0057] Figure 8 yes Figures 4 to 7 The isometric view of the cable attachment structure shown.

[0058] Figure 9 yes Figures 4 to 8 Another isometric view of the cable attachment structure shown.

[0059] Figure 10 Is it like this? Figures 4 to 9 An exploded perspective view of the cable attachment structure shown.

[0060] Figure 11 yes Figures 4 to 10 A further exploded perspective view of the cable attachment structure shown.

[0061] Figure 12 yes Figures 4 to 11 A further exploded perspective view of the cable attachment structure shown.

[0062] Figure 13 yes Figures 4 to 12 The isometric view of the cable attachment structure shown.

[0063] Figure 14 yes Figure 13 The exploded isometric view of the cable attachment structure shown.

[0064] Figure 15 yes Figure 14 An exploded perspective view of the cable attachment structure shown.

[0065] Figure 16 It connects the cable to Figure 4 A perspective view of the initial steps of the internal link shown.

[0066] Figure 17 It shows the initial steps for connecting the cable to the internal connector. Figure 16 The diagram shows a cross-sectional view of the internal connecting cable and cable attachment structure.

[0067] Figure 18 Similar to Figure 16 This is a perspective view of the subsequent steps in connecting the cable to the internal connector.

[0068] Figure 19 It shows the subsequent steps for connecting the cable to the internal connector. Figure 18 The diagram shows a cross-sectional view of the internal connecting cable and cable attachment structure.

[0069] Figure 20 Similar to Figure 16 and Figure 18 This is a perspective view of the subsequent steps in connecting the cable to the internal connector.

[0070] Figure 21 It shows the subsequent steps for connecting the cable to the internal connector. Figure 20 The diagram shows a cross-sectional view of the internal connecting cable and cable attachment structure.

[0071] Figure 22 It is used to connect cables to Figure 1 An exploded perspective view of the modified cable attachment structure of the inner link of the bicycle derailleur shown.

[0072] Figure 23 It is used to connect cables to... Figure 1 An exploded perspective view of another variant cable attachment structure of the modified inner link of the bicycle derailleur shown.

[0073] Figure 24 It is used to connect cables to... Figure 1 An exploded perspective view of another variant of the inner link of the bicycle derailleur shown, representing a cable attachment structure.

[0074] Figure 25 This is a front elevation view of a bicycle rim brake (i.e., a bicycle component) with a cable attachment structure according to another illustrated embodiment.

[0075] Figure 26 yes Figure 25 The image shows a side elevation view of a portion of a bicycle rim brake.

[0076] Figure 27 yes Figure 25 and Figure 26 The rear elevation view of a portion of the bicycle rim brake shown.

[0077] Figure 28 yes Figures 4 to 8 An enlarged isometric view of the cable attachment structure shown.

[0078] Figure 29 This is a side elevation view of a bicycle derailleur (i.e., bicycle component) with a cable attachment structure according to the second embodiment.

[0079] Figure 30 It is equipped with Figure 29 The diagram shows the outline of a bicycle when viewed longitudinally from the front, illustrating the central plane of the bicycle that vertically bisects the bicycle frame.

[0080] Figure 31 yes Figure 29 The rear view of the bicycle derailleur shown.

[0081] Figure 32 yes Figure 31 An exploded perspective view of the cable attachment structure of a bicycle derailleur shown.

[0082] Figure 33 yes Figure 31The diagram shows a plan view of the cable attachment component of the bicycle derailleur cable attachment structure.

[0083] Figure 34 yes Figure 31 The diagram shows a plan view of the cable attachment structure for a bicycle derailleur.

[0084] Figure 35 It is along Figure 34 A cross-sectional view of the cable attachment structure cut from the XXXV-XXXV line.

[0085] Figure 36 It is along Figure 34 A cross-sectional view of the cable attachment structure cut from the XXXVI-XXXVI line.

[0086] Figure 37 yes Figure 31 The diagram shows a plan view of the cable attachment structure of a bicycle derailleur, illustrating the movement of the inner core of the cable.

[0087] Figure 38 yes Figure 32 The image shows a side elevation view of the base of the cable attachment member of the cable attachment structure.

[0088] Figure 39 yes Figure 32 The diagram shows a plan view of the base of the cable attachment member in the cable attachment structure shown.

[0089] Figure 40 It is along Figure 34 A cross-sectional view of the cable attachment structure cut from the XL-XL line.

[0090] Figure 41 It is along Figure 34 A cross-sectional view of the cable attachment structure cut from the XLI-XLI line.

[0091] Figure 42 yes Figure 29 The rear view of the bicycle derailleur shown.

[0092] Figure 43 This is a cross-sectional view of the cable attachment structure, used to show the cable attachment operation.

[0093] Figure 44 This is a cross-sectional view of the cable attachment structure, used to show the cable attachment operation. Detailed Implementation

[0094] Based on this disclosure, those skilled in the art of bicycles will understand that the following description of the embodiments is merely illustrative and not intended to limit the invention to the extent defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

[0095] First refer to Figures 1 to 3 According to the first embodiment, bicycle component 10 is shown equipped with a cable attachment structure 12 for attaching cable 14 thereto. Here, in Figure 1 In the illustrated embodiment, bicycle component 10 includes a bicycle derailleur 16. Therefore, in this embodiment, the bicycle derailleur 16 is a cable-operated derailleur connected to the shifter (i.e., the operating component) via a cable 14. However, the cable attachment structure 12 can be applied to other bicycle components.

[0096] refer to Figure 2 This diagram shows a profile of a bicycle B equipped with a bicycle derailleur 16 as viewed longitudinally from the front of the bicycle B, illustrating the bicycle center plane CP that vertically bisects the bicycle frame F of the bicycle B. The bicycle center plane CP passes through the center of the bicycle frame F in the width direction of the bicycle frame F. The bicycle center plane CP separates the left and right sides of the bicycle B. The following directional terms "front," "rear," "forward," "backward," "left," "right," "lateral," "longitudinal," "upward," and "downward," as well as any other similar directional terms, refer to those directions determined based on a rider sitting upright on the seat S of the bicycle B and facing the handlebars H of the bicycle B.

[0097] like Figure 1 As shown, the bicycle derailleur 16 includes a cable attachment structure 12 for connecting a cable 14 to the cable attachment structure 12. Here, the cable 14 is a conventional Bowden cable. Therefore, the cable 14 includes a housing 14a and an inner core 14b. The inner core 14b is operable by a shifter (i.e., a user-operated type of bicycle component) to shift the bicycle derailleur 16 between shift positions via the operation of the shifter.

[0098] The bicycle derailleur 16 also includes a base member 20, a movable member 22, and a linking member 24. The base member 20 is configured to be mounted to the bicycle B via a derailleur fastener 26 (e.g., a fixing bolt). Specifically, the bicycle derailleur 16 is conventionally secured to the rear of the bicycle frame F via the derailleur fastener 26. The movable member 22 is movably coupled to the base member 20 for movement in a lateral direction relative to the bicycle frame F. Specifically, the linking member 24 movably couples the movable member 22 to the base member 20. The base member 20 has a housing receiving member 28 for receiving a housing 14a of a cable 14. The inner core 14b of the cable 14 passes through the housing receiving member 28 and is connected to a cable attachment structure 12. The cable attachment structure 12 is disposed on the linking member 24.

[0099] The base member 20 is a rigid member made of a suitable material such as metal or fiber-reinforced plastic. Preferably, as in the illustrated embodiment, the base member 20 is integrally formed as a single, one-piece component. The base member 20 is configured to be pivotally mounted to the bicycle frame F about a first pivot axis P1 via a derailleur fastener 26. Here, for example, the base member 20 is directly mounted to the suspension portion of the bicycle frame F via the derailleur fastener 26 forming the B-axis.

[0100] In the illustrated embodiment, the link member 24 includes an inner link 30 and an outer link 32. With the base member 20 mounted to the bicycle center plane CP, the outer link 32 is partially positioned further away from the bicycle center plane CP than the inner link 30. In other words, with the base member 20 mounted to the bicycle center plane CP, the inner link 30 is positioned closer to the bicycle center plane CP than the outer link 32. The inner link 30 is connected by a first pivot pin 34 (see...). Figure 3 The outer link 32 is pivotally connected to the base member 20 via a third pivot pin 38 and to the movable member 22 via a fourth pivot pin 40. However, it will be apparent from this disclosure that other structures may be used as needed and / or desired for attaching the base member 20 to the movable member 22.

[0101] In the illustrated embodiment, the bicycle derailleur 16 further includes a biasing element 42 that biases the movable member 22 relative to the base member 20 toward the highest gear. As used herein, the term "highest gear" refers to the bicycle derailleur 16 in an operating position corresponding to the bicycle chain being guided to the smallest sprocket of the bicycle B located furthest from the center plane of the bicycle frame F. In the illustrated embodiment, the biasing element 42 is a helical tension spring having a first end connected to a third pivot pin 38 and a second end connected to a pin 44 disposed on the inner link 30 near the second pivot pin 36. It will be apparent from this disclosure, of course, that the bicycle derailleur 16 may also be provided with a biasing element that biases the movable member 22 relative to the base member 20 toward a lower gear.

[0102] The movable member 22 is a rigid member made of a suitable material such as metal or fiber-reinforced plastic. As described above, the movable member 22 is movably connected to the base member 20 via a link member 24. The bicycle component 10 also includes a chain guide 46 that is contactable with the chain. The chain guide 46 is pivotally mounted to the movable member 22 such that the chain guide 46 is pivotable about a second pivot axis P2. The chain guide 46 essentially includes a first chain cage plate 48 and a second chain cage plate 50. In the illustrated embodiment, the first chain cage plate 48 is an outer chain cage plate. The first chain cage plate 48 can be an inner chain cage plate. Furthermore, the chain guide 46 also includes a guide pulley 52 and a tension pulley 54. The guide pulley 52 and the tension pulley 54 are rotatably disposed between the first chain cage plate 48 and the second chain cage plate 50. The first chain cage plate 48 and the second chain cage plate 50 define a chain receiving groove for receiving the bicycle chain.

[0103] like Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the cable attachment structure 12 is disposed to the connecting member 24. More specifically, the cable attachment structure 12 is disposed to the inner connecting member 30. The cable attachment structure 12 of the bicycle component 10 basically includes a fixing member 60, a fixing plate 62, and a fastening member 64. Here, the connecting member 24 includes the fixing member 60. More specifically, the inner connecting member 30 includes the fixing member 60. The fastening member 64 is configured to fasten the fixing plate 62 to the fixing member 60 along the fastening direction D. Here, as... Figures 10 to 12 As shown, the fastening member 64 includes a bolt, wherein the bolt has a head 64a and a shank 64b defining the bolt axis A. The fixing member 60 may also be referred to as a cable attachment member 60. The fixing plate 62 may also be referred to as a retaining plate 62. The fastening member 64 may also be referred to as a fastener 64.

[0104] Basically, the fixing member 60 includes a base portion 66 and a receiving portion 68. In the illustrated embodiment, the inner link 30 and the base portion 66 are integrally formed as a single workpiece, while the receiving portion 68 is attached to a separate workpiece of the inner link 30 by a fastening member 64. In this way, the base portion 66 is made of a first material, while the receiving portion 68 is made of a second material. The first material is different from the second material. In this way, the first material can be a lightweight material, while the second material can be particularly suitable for accommodating the fastening member 64. For example, a resin material can be used as the first material. Furthermore, for example, a metallic material can be used as the second material.

[0105] The base portion 66 has a through hole or a recess. The receiving portion 68 is at least partially located in the through hole and non-rotatably engaged with the through hole or recess. Here, in the illustrated embodiment, the base portion 66 has a through hole 66a, and the receiving portion 68 is at least partially located in the through hole 66a and non-rotatably engaged with the through hole 66a. The through hole 66a is preferably non-circular for non-rotatably engaging the receiving portion 68. For example, as shown, when viewed from the fastening direction D, the through hole 66a can be approximately square. Alternatively, when viewed along the fastening direction D, the through hole 66a can have an elliptical, star-shaped, regular polygonal, irregular polygonal, or other shapes.

[0106] The fixing member 60 also includes a cable arrangement portion 70. Specifically, in the illustrated embodiment, the cable arrangement portion 70 is disposed to the base portion 66. Preferably, the cable arrangement portion 70 includes a groove 72. More preferably, the groove 72 includes a first groove 72a and a second groove 72b. Here, as... Figure 5 As shown, the cable attachment member 60 includes a first stop 173 and a second stop 174. The fixing member 60 includes two protrusions 74 that define a first groove 72a between them. The two protrusions 74 include a first protrusion 74a and a second protrusion 74b. The first protrusion 74a and the second protrusion 74b define the first groove 72a between them. The first stop 173 includes the first protrusion 74a. The second stop 174 includes a second protrusion 74b spaced apart from the first protrusion 74a. The first groove 72a may also be referred to as a cable passage 72a. The first protrusion 74a and the second protrusion 74b define a cable passage 72a between the first protrusion 74a and the second protrusion 74b, through which the inner core 14b of the cable 14 will extend. The second stop 174 includes a third protrusion 74c. The third protrusion 74c is adjacent to the second groove 72b, and there is no other groove between the third protrusion 74c and the second groove 72b. The third protrusion 74c can contact the inner core 14b of the cable 14 to limit the movement of the inner core 14b beyond the second groove 72b during cable attachment operations.

[0107] The second groove 72b is a recess extending from the through hole 66a. Preferably, the first groove 72a is wider than the second groove 72b. This allows the inner core 14b of the cable 14 to be easily inserted into the first groove 72a during cable attachment operations. The first groove 72a is offset from the fixing plate 62. When viewed along the fastening direction D, the second groove 72b overlaps with the fixing plate 62. The first groove 72a is arranged relative to the second groove 72b such that the cable 14 can be placed in the first groove 72a without being placed in the second groove 72b. The second groove 72b is arranged relative to the fixing plate 62 and the fixing member 60 such that, with the cable 14 placed in both the first and second grooves 72a, a portion of the cable 14 in the second groove 72b is clamped between the fixing plate 62 and the fixing member 60.

[0108] Here, in the illustrated embodiment, the receiving portion 68 has a threaded hole 68a configured to engage with the shank 64b of the fastening member 64. The shank 64b of the fastening member 64 is screwed into the threaded hole 68a to attach the fixing plate 62 to the fixing member 60. The receiving portion 68 also includes an end flange 68b, a non-circular outer peripheral surface 68c, and a cable receiving groove 68d. The groove 72 includes the cable receiving groove 68d. The end flange 68b is larger than the cross-sectional dimension of the through hole 66a, such that the receiving portion 68 cannot completely pass through the through hole 66a. Therefore, the end flange 68b abuts against the base portion 66 of the fixing member 60 to prevent the receiving portion 68 from completely passing through the through hole 66a. The non-circular outer peripheral surface 68c of the receiving portion 68 is configured to engage with the through hole 66a of the base portion 66 of the fixing member 60 to prevent the receiving portion 68 from rotating relative to the base portion 66. Here, in the illustrated embodiment, when viewed from the fastening direction D, the non-circular outer peripheral surface 68c of the receiving portion 68 has a generally square shape. Alternatively, when viewed from the fastening direction D, the receiving portion 68 can have an elliptical, star-shaped, regular polygonal, irregular polygonal, or other shapes. In any case, the receiving portion 68 must mate with the through-hole 66a to prevent the receiving portion 68 from rotating relative to the base portion 66. The cable receiving groove 68d is sized to receive the inner wire core 14b. Therefore, the cable receiving groove 68d is aligned with the second groove 72b. Preferably, as Figure 15 As shown, the cable receiving groove 68d has one or more protrusions extending from the bottom of the cable receiving groove 68d. Here, the cable receiving groove 68d has two protrusions 68d1 extending from the bottom of the cable receiving groove 68d. The protrusions 68d1 are configured to engage with the inner wire core 14b. In this way, the inner wire core 14b is fixedly held between the fixing plate 62 and the receiving portion 68.

[0109] Basically, the fixing plate 62 includes a fixing portion 76 and an extension portion 78. The fixing portion 76 has an opening 76a for receiving the rod portion 64b of the fastening member 64 through the opening. With the fastening member 64 securing the fixing plate 62 to the fixing member 60, the receiving portion 68 receives the fixing portion 76 of the fixing plate 62. The extension portion 78 extends from the fixing portion 76, thereby forming a space 80 between the fixing member 60 and the extension portion 78 of the fixing plate 62. Preferably, the extension portion 78 includes an inclined portion 78a that is inclined relative to the fixing portion 76. However, it will be apparent from this disclosure that the extension portion 78 does not necessarily have to be inclined to form the space 80. Rather, the extension portion 78 may have a stepped portion forming the space 80. In any case, the space 80 is configured to receive the inner core 14b of the cable 14 during cable attachment operations. Once the inner core 14b of the cable 14 is located in the space 80 between the fixing member 60 and the extension 78, the inner core 14b of the cable 14 can be easily moved under the fixing part 76 to the cable arrangement part 70. In this way, the fixing part 76 is configured to clamp the cable 14 between the fixing part 76 and the fixing member 60 when the cable 14 is arranged at the cable arrangement part 70.

[0110] like Figure 5 As shown, the extension 78 includes an overlapping portion 78a1 that overlaps with the cable arrangement portion 70 when viewed from the fastening direction D. Specifically, the extension 78 includes an overlapping portion 78a1 that overlaps with the groove 72 when viewed from the fastening direction D. Preferably, the extension 78 also includes a deviating portion 78a2 that deviates from the cable arrangement portion 70 when viewed from the fastening direction D. The deviating portion 78a2 is located outside the cable arrangement portion 70 in the radial direction relative to the bolt axis A.

[0111] Preferably, the fixing plate 62 includes an anti-rotation portion 82 extending from the fixing portion 76 along a first direction R2. An extension 78 extends from the fixing portion 76 along a second direction R1, different from the first direction R2. For example, the first direction R2 is substantially parallel to the fastening direction D. Furthermore, for example, the second direction R1 is angled relative to the fastening direction D. In the illustrated embodiment, the second direction R1 forms an angle of approximately forty-five degrees relative to the fastening direction D. Furthermore, the anti-rotation portion 82 is located on the second side of the fixing portion 76, and the extension 78 is located on the first side of the fixing portion 76. The first side of the fixing portion 76 faces the head 64a of the fastening member 64, while the second side of the fixing portion 76 faces away from the head 64a. Here, the anti-rotation portion 82 is located opposite the inclined portion 78a relative to the fastening member 64.

[0112] like Figure 9 As shown, the cable attachment member 60 includes an inclined surface 176. The inclined surface 176 is configured to guide the inner core 14b of the cable 14 toward the second groove 72b and the cable receiving groove 68d (e.g., see...). Figure 11The inclined surface 176 is inclined relative to the fastening direction D. The inclined surface 176 is neither parallel nor perpendicular to the fastening direction D. In the illustrated embodiment, the base portion 66 includes the inclined surface 176.

[0113] like Figure 5 As shown, when viewed along the fastening direction D, the retaining plate 62 has a profile OL1. Profile OL1 in... Figure 5 It is indicated by bold, chain-like double underlines.

[0114] When viewed along the fastening direction D, the inclined surface 176 is partially outside the contour OL1 of the retaining plate 62. When viewed along the fastening direction D, the inclined surface 176 partially overlaps with the retaining plate 62. However, when viewed along the fastening direction D, the inclined surface 176 may be entirely outside the contour OL1 of the retaining plate 62.

[0115] like Figure 28 As shown, the inclined surface 176 includes an inner end portion 176a and an outer end portion 176b. When viewed along the fastening direction D, the inner end portion 176a is positioned closer to the fastener's central axis A than the outer end portion 176b.

[0116] The inclined surface 176 is inclined from the inner end 176a toward the outer end 176b to increase the distance DS3 defined between the retaining plate 62 and the inclined surface 176 along the fastening direction D.

[0117] like Figure 17 and Figure 19 As shown, the inclined surface 176 is configured to guide the inner wire core 14b toward the insertion space SP1 defined between the cable attachment member 60 and the retaining plate 62. The inclined surface 176 is configured to guide the inner wire core 14b when it is inserted into the insertion space SP1. For example, the insertion space SP1 is defined between the inclined surface 176 and the retaining plate 62 along the fastening direction D.

[0118] like Figure 16 As shown, the inner core 14b is inserted into the insertion space SP1 defined between the cable attachment member 60 and the retaining plate 62 (for example, see...). Figure 28 Before this, the first stop 173 can contact the inner wire core 14b. For example... Figure 18 As shown, when the inner wire core 14b is inserted into the insertion space SP1, the second stop 174 can contact the inner wire core 14b. Figure 16 As shown, before the inner wire core 14b is inserted into the insertion space SP1, the first protrusion 74a can contact the inner wire core 14b. Figure 18As shown, when the inner wire core 14b is inserted into the insertion space SP1, the second protrusion 74b can contact the inner wire core 14b. The third protrusion 74c can contact the inner wire core 14b to restrict the movement of the inner wire core 14b beyond the second groove 72b when the inner wire core 14b is located in the second groove 72b.

[0119] Now for reference Figure 22 The figure shows a modified cable attachment structure for connecting cable 14 to the inner link 30 of bicycle derailleur 16. Here, the modified cable attachment structure includes a fixing member 60, a fixing plate 62, and a fastening member 64. However, in this variant, the fixing member 60 includes a receiving portion 88 having a non-threaded hole 88a. Similar to the previous embodiment, the receiving portion 88 is non-rotatably received in a through hole 66a of the base portion 66. Furthermore, the modified cable attachment structure of bicycle component 10 also includes a nut 90 having a threaded hole 90a configured to engage with the stem portion 64b. Therefore, the fixing member 60 includes the nut 90 for attaching the fixing plate 62 to the fixing member 60 via the fastening member 64.

[0120] Now for reference Figure 23 The figure shows another variant cable attachment structure for connecting cable 14 to a variant inner link 30' that can replace the inner link 30 of bicycle derailleur 16. Here, the variant cable attachment structure includes a variant fixing member 60' as well as the fixing plate 62 and fastening member 64 of the previous embodiment. In this variant, the fixing member 60' does not include a receiving portion. Instead, the fixing member 60' includes the nut 90 of the previous variant, and the fixing member 60' has a variant base portion 66' with a non-threaded through hole 66a' for receiving the rod portion 64b of the fastening member 64. Therefore, the fixing member 60' includes the nut 90 for attaching the fixing plate 62 to the fixing member 60' via the fastening member 64.

[0121] Now for reference Figure 24 The figure shows another variant cable attachment structure for connecting cable 14 to a variant inner link 30″ that can replace the inner link 30 of bicycle derailleur 16. Here, the variant cable attachment structure includes a variant fixing member 60″ as well as the fixing plate 62 and fastening member 64 of the previous embodiment. In this variant, the fixing member 60″ does not include a receiving portion. Instead, the fixing member 60″ includes a variant base portion 66″ having a threaded through hole 66a″ for threadedly receiving the rod portion 64b of the fastening member 64.

[0122] Now for reference Figures 25 to 27The bicycle rim brake 110 (i.e., bicycle component) with a cable attachment structure 112 according to another illustrated embodiment will now be explained. Essentially, the bicycle rim brake 110 is operated by a cable 114 having a housing 114a covering an inner core 114b. The cable attachment structure 112 is attached to the inner core 114b of the cable 114. In the illustrated embodiment, the cable 114 is a Bowden cable, wherein the inner core 114b is slidably received within the housing 114a. The bicycle operating mechanism operates the bicycle rim brake 110 by selectively pulling and releasing the inner core 114b. In this way, the bicycle rim brake 110 selectively applies braking force to the bicycle rim of the bicycle wheel W.

[0123] Here, the bicycle rim brake 110 is directly mounted to the bicycle frame F (e.g., fork) of bicycle B via a first fixing bolt 116 and a second fixing bolt 118. More specifically, the bicycle rim brake 110 also includes a first brake arm 120 and a second brake arm 122. The first brake arm 120 is pivotally mounted to the bicycle frame F via the first fixing bolt 116, while the second brake arm 122 is pivotally mounted to the bicycle frame F via the second fixing bolt 118. In the illustrated embodiment, the bicycle rim brake 110 is a symmetrical dual-pivot rim (caliper) brake, a direct-mount brake caliper. However, the cable attachment structure 112 can be used with other types of rim (caliper) brakes, such as single-pivot rim (caliper) brakes and indirect-mount dual-pivot rim (caliper) brakes. Furthermore, the cable attachment structure 112 can be used with any other type of bicycle component, such as mechanical disc brake calipers, internal hub gears, etc.

[0124] The first brake arm 120 includes a first brake shoe attachment structure 120a and a housing receiving structure 120b. The second brake arm 122 includes a second brake shoe attachment structure 122a and a base portion 122b. The bicycle rim brake 110 also includes a pair of brake shoes 124, each brake shoe 124 including a friction member 126. The brake shoes 124 are adjustablely attached to the first brake shoe attachment structure 120a and the second brake shoe attachment structure 122a by a pair of attachment bolts 128. Here, the housing receiving structure 120b is provided with a cylinder adjuster 130, which adjusts the end position of the end of the housing 114a of the cable 114.

[0125] Essentially, the bicycle operating mechanism operates the bicycle rim brake 110 by selectively pulling and releasing the inner cable core 114b, thereby rotating the first brake arm 120 and the second brake arm 122. In this way, the friction member 126 of the bicycle rim brake 110 contacts the bicycle rim to apply braking force to the rim. Since rim brakes are well known, for the sake of brevity, the conventional components of the bicycle rim brake 110 will not be discussed in detail here.

[0126] Here, the cable attachment structure 112 is integrated into a cable adjuster 138, which is attached to the base portion 122b of the second brake arm 122. The cable adjuster 138 essentially comprises a first member 134 and a second member 136. The cable attachment structure 112 is rotatably supported on the first member 134. Essentially, the first member 134 is configured to be rotatably mounted to the base portion 122b about a first axis, while the second member 136 is attached to the first member 134 to rotate relative to the first member 134 about a second axis offset from and parallel to the first axis. The cable adjuster 138 also includes a threaded fastener 140 that attaches the cable attachment structure 112 to the first member 134 to allow the cable attachment structure 112 to rotate relative to the first member 134. The threaded fastener 140 also attaches the second member 136 to the first member 134. Here, the cable attachment structure 112 is secured to the base portion 122b of the second brake arm 122 by a threaded fastener 140. Alternatively, the cable attachment structure 112 may be partially formed from the base portion 122b of the second brake arm 122, as described below.

[0127] Except for the cable attachment structure 112 being integrated into the cable adjuster of the braking device (e.g., bicycle rim brake 110), the cable attachment structure 112 is essentially the same as the cable attachment structure 12 described above. The cable attachment structure 112 essentially includes a fixing member 160, a fixing plate 162, and a fastening member 164. Here, the fixing member 160 is fixed to the base portion 122b of the second brake arm 122 by a threaded fastener 140 and is disposed to the cable adjuster 138. Alternatively, the cable adjuster 138 and the threaded fastener 140 may be omitted, and the fixing member 160 may be an integral part of the base portion 122b of the second brake arm 122.

[0128] Here, the fixing plate 162 and the fastening member 164 are the same as those of the fixing plate 62 and the fastening member 64. The fixing member 160 can be constructed as follows: Figure 12 The receiving portion shown is connected to the fastening member 164 using a threaded hole. Alternatively, the fixing member 160 can be configured similarly to... Figure 22The illustrated embodiment uses a receiving portion with a non-threaded hole and a nut to connect to the fastening member 164. Alternatively, the fastening member 160 can be configured similarly to... Figure 23 The illustrated embodiment uses a nut instead of a receiving portion to connect to the fastening member 164. Alternatively, the fastening member 160 can be configured similarly to... Figure 24 The illustrated embodiment is connected to the fastening member 164 by providing a fixing member 160 with a threaded hole.

[0129] The following will refer to Figures 29 to 44 Bicycle component 210 according to the second embodiment is described. Except for the cable attachment structure 12, bicycle component 210 has the same structure and / or construction as bicycle component 10. Therefore, components having substantially the same function as those in the first embodiment will be referred to by the same reference numerals, and for the sake of brevity, will not be described in detail and / or illustrated herein.

[0130] like Figure 29 As shown, bicycle component 210 includes a cable attachment structure 212 for attaching cable 14 to it. Here, in Figure 29 In the illustrated embodiment, bicycle component 210 includes a bicycle derailleur 216. Therefore, in this embodiment, the bicycle derailleur 216 is a cable-operated derailleur connected to the shifter (i.e., the operating component) via cable 14. However, the cable attachment structure 212 can be applied to other bicycle components.

[0131] The bicycle derailleur 216 includes a cable attachment structure 212 for attaching a cable 14 thereto. The inner core 14b is operable by a shifter (i.e., a user-operated type of bicycle component) to shift the bicycle derailleur 216 between shift positions by operation of the shifter.

[0132] refer to Figure 30 This diagram shows a profile of a bicycle B equipped with a bicycle derailleur 216 as viewed longitudinally from the front of the bicycle B, illustrating the bicycle center plane CP that vertically bisects the bicycle frame F of the bicycle B. The bicycle center plane CP passes through the center of the bicycle frame F in the width direction. The bicycle center plane CP separates the left and right sides of the bicycle B. The following directional terms "front," "back," "forward," "rear," "left," "right," "lateral," "longitudinal," "upward," and "downward," as well as any other similar directional terms, refer to those directions determined based on a rider sitting upright on the seat S of the bicycle B and simultaneously facing the handlebars H of the bicycle B.

[0133] like Figure 29As shown, the bicycle derailleur 216 has a structure substantially the same as that of the bicycle derailleur 16 described in the first embodiment. The cable attachment structure 212 has a structure substantially the same as that of the cable attachment structure 12 described in the first embodiment.

[0134] Bicycle component 210 includes a base member 220. The base member 220 has a structure substantially the same as that of the base member 20 described in the first embodiment. The base member 220 is configured to be mounted to the bicycle frame F via a derailleur fastener 26 (e.g., a fixing bolt). Specifically, bicycle component 210 is conventionally secured to the rear of the bicycle frame F via the derailleur fastener 26.

[0135] Bicycle component 210 includes a movable member 222. The movable member 222 has a structure substantially the same as that described in the first embodiment. The movable member 222 is movably coupled to the base member 220 for movement in a lateral direction relative to the bicycle frame F.

[0136] Bicycle component 210 includes a linking member 224. Linking member 224 movably connects movable member 222 and base member 220 relative to each other. Linking member 224 has a structure substantially the same as that described in the first embodiment. Base member 220 includes a housing receiving member 28 configured to receive a housing 14a of cable 14. Inner core 14b of cable 14 passes through housing receiving member 28 and is connected to cable attachment structure 212. Cable attachment structure 212 is disposed on linking member 224.

[0137] Linking member 224 includes a first link 232 and a second link 230. That is, bicycle component 210 includes a first link 232 and a second link 230. The first link 232 is pivotally connected to the base component 220. The second link 230 is pivotally connected to the base component 220. The first link 232 is pivotally connected to the movable component 222. The second link 230 is pivotally connected to the movable component 222. The first link 232 has a structure substantially the same as that of the outer link 32 described in the first embodiment. The second link 230 has a structure substantially the same as that of the inner link 30 described in the first embodiment. Therefore, the outer link 32 can also be referred to as the first link 32. The inner link 30 can also be referred to as the second link 30. The first link 232 can also be referred to as the outer link 232. The second link 230 can also be referred to as the inner link 230.

[0138] The base member 220 is a rigid member made of a suitable material such as metal or fiber-reinforced plastic. Preferably, as in the illustrated embodiment, the base member 220 is integrally formed as a single, monolithic component. The base member 220 is configured to be pivotally mounted to the bicycle frame F via a derailleur fastener 26 about a first pivot axis P1. Here, for example, the base member 220 is directly mounted to the suspension portion of the bicycle frame F via the derailleur fastener 26 forming the B-axis.

[0139] The movable member 222 is a rigid member made of a suitable material such as metal or fiber-reinforced plastic. As described above, the movable member 222 is movably connected to the base member 220 via a link member 224. The bicycle component 210 also includes a chain guide 246 that is contactable with the chain. The chain guide 246 is pivotally mounted to the movable member 222 such that the chain guide 246 can pivot about a second pivot axis P2. The chain guide 246 essentially includes a first chain cage plate 248 and a second chain cage plate 250. In the illustrated embodiment, the first chain cage plate 248 is an outer chain cage plate. The first chain cage plate 248 can be an inner chain cage plate. Furthermore, the chain guide 246 also includes a guide pulley 52 and a tension pulley 54. The guide pulley 52 and the tension pulley 54 are rotatably disposed between the first chain cage plate 248 and the second chain cage plate 250. The first chain cage plate 248 and the second chain cage plate 250 define a chain receiving groove for receiving a bicycle chain.

[0140] like Figure 31 As shown, in the illustrated embodiment, with the base member 220 mounted to the bicycle frame F, the first link 232 is positioned partially further away from the bicycle center plane CP than the second link 230. In other words, with the base member 220 mounted to the bicycle frame F, the second link 230 is positioned closer to the bicycle center plane CP than the first link 232. The second link 230 is pivotally connected to the base member 220 via a first pivot pin 34 and pivotally connected to the movable member 222 via a second pivot pin 36. The first link 232 is pivotally connected to the base member 220 via a third pivot pin 38 and pivotally connected to the movable member 222 via a fourth pivot pin 40. However, it will be apparent from this disclosure that other structures may be used for attaching the base member 220 to the movable member 222 as needed and / or desired.

[0141] The chain guide 246 is movable relative to the base member 220 between a top gear position P31 and a bottom gear position P32. In the illustrated embodiment, the bicycle derailleur 216 also includes a biasing element 42 that biases the movable member 222 relative to the base member 220 toward the top gear position P31. As used herein, the term "top gear" refers to the operating position of the bicycle derailleur 216 corresponding to the smallest sprocket on the bicycle B that is furthest from the center plane of the bicycle frame F. For example, the chain guide 246 is located in the top gear position P31 when the gear ratio defined by bicycle component 210 is the highest in bicycle B. The gear ratio is defined by dividing the total number of teeth on the front sprocket engaged with the bicycle chain by the total number of teeth on the rear sprocket engaged with the bicycle chain. The chain guide 246 is positioned in the bottom gear position P32 when the gear ratio defined by bicycle component 210 is the lowest in bicycle B. Bicycle component 210 has at least two gears, including a top gear P31 and a low gear P32. Chain guide 246 is configured to be positioned at each of the at least two gears via the inner core 14b of cable 14.

[0142] In the illustrated embodiment, the biasing element 42 is a helical tension spring, with its first end connected to a pin 43 disposed on the second link 230 and its second end connected to a pin 44 disposed on the first link 232 near the second pivot pin 36. It will be apparent from this disclosure, however, that the bicycle derailleur 216 may be provided with a biasing element that biases the movable member 222 relative to the base member 220 toward the low gear P32.

[0143] like Figure 31 As shown, the cable attachment structure 212 includes a cable attachment member 260. That is, the bicycle component 210 includes the cable attachment member 260. The cable attachment member 260 corresponds to the fixing member 60 in the first embodiment. Therefore, the fixing member 60 can also be referred to as the cable attachment member 60.

[0144] Cable attachment structure 212 is disposed on link member 224. More specifically, cable attachment member 260 is connected to second link member 230. Cable attachment member 260 is disposed on second link member 230. That is, cable attachment member 260 is movably connected to base member 220. Cable attachment member 260 is pivotally connected to base member 220 via first pivot pin 34. However, cable attachment member 260 may be disposed on first link member 232. Cable attachment structure 212 may be disposed on first link member 232.

[0145] The cable attachment member 260 is movable relative to the base member 220 between a first end position P41 and a second end position P42. The first end position P41 corresponds to the highest stop P31 of the chain guide 246. The second end position P42 corresponds to the lowest stop P32 of the chain guide 246. In a first state where the cable attachment member 260 is positioned at the first end position P41 via the inner core 14b of the cable 14, the chain guide 246 is positioned at the highest stop P31. In a second state where the cable attachment member 260 is positioned at the second end position P42 via the inner core 14b of the cable 14, the chain guide 246 is positioned at the lowest stop P32.

[0146] like Figure 32 As shown, the cable attachment structure 212 includes a retaining plate 262. That is, the bicycle component 210 includes a retaining plate 262. The retaining plate 262 corresponds to the fixing plate 62 of the first embodiment. Therefore, the fixing plate 62 can also be referred to as the retaining plate 62. The retaining plate 262 has an annular shape. However, the retaining plate 262 can have other shapes, such as the fixing plate 62 described in the first embodiment.

[0147] The fastening member 64 can also be referred to as the fastener 64. Therefore, the cable attachment structure 212 includes the fastener 64. That is, the bicycle component 210 includes the fastener 64. The fastener 64 is configured to fasten the retaining plate 262 to the cable attachment member 260 along the fastening direction D.

[0148] The bolt axis A of the fastening member 64 can also be referred to as the fastener center axis A. Therefore, the fastener 64 has a fastener center axis A extending along the fastening direction D. The fastener 64 extends along the fastener center axis A. The fastener 64 includes a head 64a and a shank 64b.

[0149] The cable attachment member 260 includes a base portion 266 and a receiving portion 68. In the illustrated embodiment, the second link 230 and the base portion 266 are integrally formed as a single workpiece, while the receiving portion 68 is attached to a separate workpiece of the second link 230 by a fastener 64. In this way, the base portion 266 is made of a first material, while the receiving portion 68 is made of a second material. The first material is different from the second material. In this way, the first material can be a lightweight material, while the second material can be particularly suitable for accommodating the fastener 64. For example, a resin material can be used as the first material. Furthermore, for example, a metallic material can be used as the second material.

[0150] The base portion 266 has a through hole or a recess. The receiving portion 68 is at least partially located in the through hole and non-rotatably engaged with the through hole or recess. Here, in the illustrated embodiment, the base portion 266 has a through hole 66a, and the receiving portion 68 is at least partially located in the through hole 66a and non-rotatably engaged with the through hole 66a. The through hole 66a is preferably non-circular for non-rotatably engaging the receiving portion 68. For example, as shown, when viewed from the fastening direction D, the through hole 66a can be approximately square (e.g., see...). Figure 33 Alternatively, when viewed from the fastening direction D, the through hole 66a can have an elliptical, star-shaped, regular polygonal, irregular polygonal, or other shapes.

[0151] The cable attachment member 260 includes a cable arrangement portion 270. Specifically, in the illustrated embodiment, the cable arrangement portion 270 is disposed on a base portion 266 and a receiving portion 68. The cable arrangement portion 270 includes a cable arrangement trench 272. More preferably, the cable arrangement trench 272 includes a first trench 272a, a second trench 272b, and a cable receiving trench 68d. The base portion 266 includes the first trench 272a and the second trench 272b. The receiving portion 68 includes the cable receiving trench 68d. The first trench 272a may also be referred to as a cable channel 272a. The trench 72 described in the first embodiment corresponds to the cable arrangement trench 272. Therefore, the trench 72 may also be referred to as the cable arrangement trench 72.

[0152] The cable attachment member 260 includes a first stop 273 and a second stop 274. The first stop 273 includes a first protrusion 273a. The second stop 274 includes a second protrusion 274a spaced apart from the first protrusion 273a. The first protrusion 273a and the second protrusion 274a define a cable channel 272a between the first protrusion 273a and the second protrusion 274a through which the inner core 14b of the cable 14 extends. The first protrusion 273a and the second protrusion 274a correspond to the protrusion 74 described in the first embodiment. Therefore, the protrusion 74 can also be referred to as the first protrusion 74 and the second protrusion 74.

[0153] The second stop 274 includes a third protrusion 274b. The third protrusion 274b is adjacent to the second groove 272b, and there is no other groove between the third protrusion 274b and the second groove 272b. The third protrusion 274b is contactable with the inner core 14b of the cable 14 to limit the movement of the inner core 14b beyond the second groove 272b during cable attachment operations.

[0154] The second groove 272b is a recess extending from the through hole 66a. Preferably, the first groove 272a is wider than the second groove 272b (for example, see...). Figure 33Thus, during the cable attachment operation, the inner core 14b of cable 14 can be easily inserted into the first groove 272a.

[0155] like Figure 32 As shown, in the illustrated embodiment, the receiving portion 68 has a threaded hole 68a configured to engage with the shank 64b of a fastener 64. The shank 64b of the fastener 64 is screwed into the threaded hole 68a for attaching the retaining plate 262 to the cable attachment member 260. The receiving portion 68 also includes an end flange 68b, a non-circular outer peripheral surface 68c, and a cable receiving groove 68d. The end flange 68b is larger than the cross-sectional dimension of the through hole 66a, preventing the receiving portion 68 from completely passing through the through hole 66a. Therefore, the end flange 68b abuts against the base portion 266 of the cable attachment member 260 to prevent the receiving portion 68 from completely passing through the through hole 66a. The non-circular outer peripheral surface 68c of the receiving portion 68 is configured to mate with the through hole 66a of the base portion 266 of the cable attachment member 260 to prevent the receiving portion 68 from rotating relative to the base portion 266. Here, in the illustrated embodiment, when viewed along the fastening direction D, the non-circular outer peripheral surface 68c of the receiving portion 68 has a generally square shape. Alternatively, when viewed along the fastening direction D, the receiving portion 68 can have an elliptical, star-shaped, regular polygonal, irregular polygonal, or other shapes. In any case, the receiving portion 68 must mate with the through-hole 66a to prevent the receiving portion 68 from rotating relative to the base portion 266. The cable receiving groove 68d is sized to receive the inner wire core 14b. Therefore, the cable receiving groove 68d is aligned with the second groove 272b. Preferably, as Figure 32 As shown, the cable receiving groove 68d has one or more protrusions projecting from the bottom of the cable receiving groove 68d. Here, the cable receiving groove 68d has two protrusions 68d1 projecting from the bottom of the cable receiving groove 68d. The protrusions 68d1 are configured to engage with the inner wire core 14b. In this way, the inner wire core 14b is fixedly held between the retaining plate 262 and the receiving portion 68.

[0156] like Figure 33As shown, the cable arrangement trench 272 extends at least partially in a straight line. The cable arrangement trench 272 extends along the extension direction ED. The second trench 272b extends at least partially in a straight line. The cable receiving trench 68d extends at least partially in a straight line. The second trench 272b extends along the extension direction ED. The cable receiving trench 68d extends along the extension direction ED. In the illustrated embodiment, the cable arrangement trench 272 extends partially in a straight line. The first trench 272a has a curved shape. The second trench 272b extends completely in a straight line. The cable receiving trench 68d extends completely in a straight line. However, the first trench 272a may extend at least partially in a straight line. The second trench 272b extends partially in a straight line. The cable receiving trench 68d may extend partially in a straight line.

[0157] like Figure 34 As shown, when viewed from the fastening direction D, the cable arrangement groove 272 at least partially overlaps with the retaining plate 262. In the illustrated embodiment, when viewed from the fastening direction D, the cable arrangement groove 272 partially overlaps with the retaining plate 262. The first groove 272a is offset from the retaining plate 262. The first groove 272a is arranged so that it does not overlap with the retaining plate 262 when viewed from the fastening direction D. When viewed from the fastening direction D, the second groove 272b at least partially overlaps with the retaining plate 262. When viewed from the fastening direction D, the cable receiving groove 68d at least partially overlaps with the retaining plate 262. However, when viewed from the fastening direction D, the cable arrangement groove 272 may be arranged to completely overlap with the retaining plate 262.

[0158] The second groove 272b is arranged relative to the retaining plate 262 and the cable attachment member 260 such that, with the cable 14 arranged in the first groove 272a and the second groove 272b, the portion of the cable 14 in the second groove 272b is clamped between the retaining plate 262 and the cable attachment member 260.

[0159] The cable receiving groove 68d is arranged relative to the retaining plate 262 and the cable attachment member 260 such that when the cable 14 is arranged in the first groove 272a and the cable receiving groove 68d, the portion of the cable 14 in the cable receiving groove 68d is clamped between the retaining plate 262 and the cable attachment member 260.

[0160] like Figure 35 and Figure 36 As shown, the fastener 64 is configured to fasten the retaining plate 262 to the cable arrangement portion 270 along the fastening direction D, thereby holding the inner core 14b of the cable 14 between the cable attachment member 260 and the retaining plate 262.

[0161] like Figure 35 As shown, the fastener 64 is configured to fasten the retaining plate 262 to the cable arrangement portion 270 along the fastening direction D, thereby retaining the inner core 14b of the cable 14 between the receiving portion 68 and the retaining plate 262. The fastener 64 is configured to fasten the retaining plate 262 to the cable arrangement portion 270 along the fastening direction D, thereby retaining the inner core 14b of the cable 14 in the cable receiving groove 68d of the receiving portion 68. The fastener 64 and the receiving portion 68 securely retain the retaining plate 262 and the inner core 14b of the cable 14 between the head 64a of the fastener 64 and the receiving portion 68. The inner core 14b of the cable 14 is securely retained in the cable receiving groove 68d between the retaining plate 262 and the receiving portion 68. Therefore, the operating force is transmitted to the cable attachment structure 212 via the inner core 14b of the cable 14.

[0162] like Figure 36 As shown, the fastener 64 is configured to fasten the retaining plate 262 to the cable arrangement portion 270 along the fastening direction D, thereby retaining the inner core 14b of the cable 14 between the base portion 266 and the retaining plate 262. The fastener 64 is configured to fasten the retaining plate 262 to the cable arrangement portion 270 along the fastening direction D, thereby retaining the inner core 14b of the cable 14 in the second groove 272b of the base portion 266. With the retaining plate 262 and the inner core 14b of the cable 14 fixedly held by the fastener 64 and the receiving portion 68, the inner core 14b of the cable 14 is at least partially disposed in the second groove 272b. With the retaining plate 262 and the inner core 14b of the cable 14 fixedly held by the fastener 64 and the receiving portion 68, the inner core 14b of the cable 14 is movable within the second groove 272b. However, the inner core 14b of the cable 14 can be fixedly held in the second groove 272b between the retaining plate 262 and the base portion 266.

[0163] like Figure 37 As shown, the first trench 272a is arranged relative to the second trench 272b such that, with the cable 14 positioned outside the second trench 272b and the cable receiving trench 68d, the inner core 14b of the cable 14 can be positioned within the first trench 272a. With the inner core 14b of the cable 14 positioned within the first trench 272a, the inner core 14b of the cable 14 is also positioned within the second trench 272b and the cable receiving trench 68d.

[0164] like Figure 35 and Figure 36As shown, the cable attachment member 260 includes an inclined surface 276. The inclined surface 276 is configured to guide the inner core 14b of the cable 14 toward the second groove 272b and the cable receiving groove 68d. The inclined surface 276 is inclined relative to the fastening direction D. The inclined surface 276 is neither parallel nor perpendicular to the fastening direction D. In the illustrated embodiment, the base portion 266 includes the inclined surface 276.

[0165] like Figure 37 As shown, when viewed along the fastening direction D, retaining plate 262 has a profile OL. Profile OL in... Figure 37 The outline OL of retaining plate 262 is indicated by a bold, chain-like double underline. When viewed along the fastening direction D, the outline OL of retaining plate 262 has a circular shape. However, the outline OL of retaining plate 260 is not limited to a circular shape.

[0166] When viewed along the fastening direction D, the inclined surface 276 is partially outside the contour OL of the retaining plate 262. When viewed along the fastening direction D, the inclined surface 276 partially overlaps with the retaining plate 262. When viewed along the fastening direction D, the retaining plate 262 has an annular shape. However, the retaining plate 262 may have a shape other than an annular shape. When viewed along the fastening direction D, the inclined surface 276 may be completely outside the contour OL of the retaining plate 262.

[0167] like Figure 38 As shown, the inclined surface 276 includes a first inclined surface 278 and a second inclined surface 280. The inclined surface 276 includes a ridge 282. The ridge 282 is disposed between the first inclined surface 278 and the second inclined surface 280. The second inclined surface 280 is not parallel to the first inclined surface 278. The second inclined surface 280 is adjacent to the first inclined surface 278, and there is no other inclined surface between the first inclined surface 278 and the second inclined surface 280. However, an additional inclined surface may be disposed between the first inclined surface 278 and the second inclined surface 280.

[0168] The first inclined surface 278 is inclined relative to the fastening direction D. The second inclined surface 280 is inclined relative to the fastening direction D. The first inclined surface 278 is neither parallel to nor perpendicular to the fastening direction D. The second inclined surface 280 is neither parallel to nor perpendicular to the fastening direction D and the first inclined surface 278.

[0169] like Figure 39As shown, the inclined surface 276 includes an inner end portion 276a and an outer end portion 276b. When viewed along the fastening direction D, the inner end portion 276a is positioned closer to the fastener's central axis A than the outer end portion 276b. In the illustrated embodiment, the first inclined surface 278 includes a first inner end portion 278a and a first outer end portion 278b. When viewed along the fastening direction D, the first inner end portion 278a is positioned closer to the fastener's central axis A than the first outer end portion 278b. The second inclined surface 280 includes a second inner end portion 280a and a second outer end portion 280b. When viewed along the fastening direction D, the second inner end portion 280a is positioned closer to the fastener's central axis A than the second outer end portion 280b.

[0170] When viewed along the fastening direction D, the first inclined surface 278 is inclined from the first inner end 278a to the first outer end 278b in the first inclined direction DR1. When viewed along the fastening direction D, the second inclined surface 280 is inclined from the second inner end 280a to the second outer end 280b in the second inclined direction DR2. For example, the first inclined direction DR1 represents the direction in which the inclination angle of the first inclined surface 278 is the largest among the directions defined from the first inner end 278a to the first outer end 278b. The second inclined direction DR2 represents the direction in which the inclination angle of the second inclined surface 280 is the largest among the directions defined from the second inner end 280a to the second outer end 280b.

[0171] In the illustrated embodiment, the second tilting direction DR2 is different from the first tilting direction DR1. When viewed along the fastening direction D, the second tilting direction DR2 is neither parallel nor perpendicular to the first tilting direction DR1. However, the second tilting direction DR2 can be the same as the first tilting direction DR1. When viewed along the fastening direction D, the second tilting direction DR2 can be parallel or perpendicular to the first tilting direction DR1.

[0172] At least one of the first tilting direction DR1 and the second tilting direction DR2 is neither parallel to nor perpendicular to the extending direction ED. In the illustrated embodiment, each of the first tilting direction DR1 and the second tilting direction DR2 is neither parallel to nor perpendicular to the extending direction ED. However, at least one of the first tilting direction DR1 and the second tilting direction DR2 may be parallel to or perpendicular to the extending direction ED.

[0173] like Figure 40 and Figure 41 As shown, the inclined surface 276 is inclined from the inner end 276a toward the outer end 276b to increase the distance DS defined in the fastening direction D between the retaining plate 262 and the inclined surface 276.

[0174] like Figure 40As shown, the first inclined surface 278 is inclined from the first inner end 278a toward the first outer end 278b to increase the first distance DS1 defined in the fastening direction D between the retaining plate 262 and the first inclined surface 278. The first inclined surface 278 is inclined relative to the reference surface RP at a first inclination angle AG1. The reference surface RP is perpendicular to the fastening direction D. The first inclination angle AG1 is defined on a cross-section taken along the first inclination direction DR1.

[0175] like Figure 41 As shown, the second inclined surface 280 is inclined from the second inner end 280a toward the second outer end 280b to increase the second distance DS2 defined in the fastening direction D between the retaining plate 262 and the second inclined surface 280. The second inclined surface 280 is inclined relative to the reference surface RP at a second inclination angle AG2. The second inclination angle AG2 is defined on a cross-section taken along the second inclination direction DR2.

[0176] like Figure 40 and Figure 41 As shown, the first tilt angle AG1 is different from the second tilt angle AG2. The first tilt angle AG1 is greater than the second tilt angle AG2. However, the first tilt angle AG1 can be less than or equal to the second tilt angle AG2.

[0177] like Figure 42 As shown, the housing receiving member 28 includes a receiving hole 28H through which the inner core 14b of the cable 14 extends. The receiving hole 28H has a central axis A1.

[0178] When viewed along the fastening direction D, the cable arrangement portion 270 is at least partially disposed between the inclined surface 276 and the central axis A1 of the receiving hole. When viewed along the fastening direction D, the cable arrangement portion 270 is at least partially disposed between the inclined surface 276 and the first connecting member 232. When viewed along the fastening direction D, the second stop member 274 is at least partially disposed between the central axis A1 of the receiving hole and the first stop member 273.

[0179] In the illustrated embodiment, when viewed along the fastening direction D, the cable arrangement portion 270 is partially disposed between the inclined surface 276 and the central axis A1 of the receiving hole. When viewed along the fastening direction D, the cable arrangement portion 270 is partially disposed between the inclined surface 276 and the first connecting member 232. When viewed along the fastening direction D, the second stop member 274 is entirely disposed between the central axis A1 of the receiving hole and the first stop member 273. However, when viewed along the fastening direction D, the cable arrangement portion 270 may be entirely disposed between the inclined surface 276 and the central axis A1 of the receiving hole. When viewed along the fastening direction D, the cable arrangement portion 270 may be entirely disposed between the inclined surface 276 and the first connecting member 232. When viewed along the fastening direction D, the second stop member 274 may be partially disposed between the central axis A1 of the receiving hole and the first stop member 273.

[0180] In the first state where the cable attachment member 260 is positioned at the first end position P41 via the inner core 14b of the cable 14, when viewed along the fastening direction D, the cable arrangement portion 270 is at least partially disposed between the inclined surface 276 and the central axis A1 of the receiving hole. In the first state where the cable attachment member 260 is positioned at the first end position P41 via the inner core 14b of the cable 14, when viewed along the fastening direction D, the cable arrangement portion 270 is at least partially disposed between the inclined surface 276 and the first connecting member 232. In the first state where the cable attachment member 260 is positioned at the first end position P41 via the inner core 14b of the cable 14, when viewed along the fastening direction D, the second stop 274 is at least partially disposed between the central axis A1 of the receiving hole and the first stop 273. However, the positional relationship between the cable arrangement part 270, the inclined surface 276, the central axis A1 of the receiving hole, the first connecting member 232, the first stop member 273 and the second stop member 274 in the first state is not limited to the above relationship.

[0181] In the second state where the cable attachment member 260 is positioned at the second end position P42 via the inner core 14b of the cable 14, when viewed along the fastening direction D, the cable arrangement portion 270 is at least partially disposed between the inclined surface 276 and the central axis A1 of the receiving hole. In the second state where the cable attachment member 260 is positioned at the second end position P42 via the inner core 14b of the cable 14, when viewed along the fastening direction D, the cable arrangement portion 270 is at least partially disposed between the inclined surface 276 and the first connecting member 232. In the second state where the cable attachment member 260 is positioned at the second end position P42 via the inner core 14b of the cable 14, when viewed along the fastening direction D, the second stop 274 is at least partially disposed between the central axis A1 of the receiving hole and the first stop 273. However, the positional relationship between the cable arrangement part 270, the inclined surface 276, the central axis A1 of the receiving hole, the first connecting member 232, the first stop member 273 and the second stop member 274 in the second state is not limited to the above relationship.

[0182] like Figure 31 As shown, with the bicycle component 210 mounted on the bicycle frame F, the inclined surface 276 is at least partially disposed between the cable arrangement portion 270 and the bicycle center surface CP. In the illustrated embodiment, with the bicycle component 210 mounted on the bicycle frame F, the inclined surface 276 is entirely disposed between the cable arrangement portion 270 and the bicycle center surface CP. However, with the bicycle component 210 mounted on the bicycle frame F, the inclined surface 276 may be partially disposed between the cable arrangement portion 270 and the bicycle center surface CP.

[0183] like Figure 40 and Figure 41 As shown, the inclined surface 276 is configured to guide the inner core 14b toward the insertion space SP defined between the cable attachment member 260 and the retaining plate 262. The inclined surface 276 is configured to guide the inner core 14b when it is inserted into the insertion space SP. For example, as... Figure 40 As shown, the insertion space SP is defined between the inclined surface 276 and the retaining plate 262 in the fastening direction D. The insertion space SP is also defined between the first inclined surface 278 and the retaining plate 262 in the fastening direction D. However, the insertion space SP may be defined between the second inclined surface 280 and the retaining plate 262.

[0184] like Figure 37 As shown, the inner conductor 14b is inserted into the insertion space SP defined between the cable attachment member 260 and the retaining plate 262 (e.g., see...). Figure 40Before insertion into the insertion space SP, the first stop 273 is in contact with the inner core 14b. When the inner core 14b is inserted into the insertion space SP, the second stop 274 is in contact with the inner core 14b. Before the inner core 14b is inserted into the insertion space SP, the first protrusion 273a is in contact with the inner core 14b. When the inner core 14b is inserted into the insertion space SP, the second protrusion 274a is in contact with the inner core 14b. The third protrusion 274b is in contact with the inner core 14b to restrict movement of the inner core 14b beyond the second groove 272b when the inner core 14b is located in the second groove 272b.

[0185] In order to adjust the length of the inner core 14b, the user pulls the inner core 14b while the first stop 273 is in contact with the inner core 14b during the cable attachment operation. While being pulled by the user during the cable attachment operation, the inner core 14b slides toward the insertion space SP on the inclined surface 276.

[0186] like Figure 43 and Figure 44 As shown, when the inner conductor 14b is inserted into the insertion space SP, the inner conductor 14b is inserted between the cable attachment member 260 and the retaining plate 262. Figure 35 and Figure 36 As shown, the inner core 14b slides on the first inclined surface 278 and the second inclined surface 280 toward the second groove 272b and the cable receiving groove 68d. The inner core 14b is placed in the first inclined surface 278 and the second inclined surface 280. Figure 35 As shown, the fastener 64 is tightened by the user, thereby securing the inner wire core 14b and the retaining plate 262 between the head 64a of the fastener 64 and the receiving portion 68. Therefore, the inner wire core 14b can be attached to the cable attachment structure 212 relatively easily.

[0187] Figures 22 to 24 The variation shown can be applied to the cable attachment structure 212 according to the second embodiment.

[0188] The cable attachment structure 212 according to the second embodiment can be applied to bicycle rim brakes, such as... Figures 25 to 27 The variant example shown.

[0189] In understanding the scope of this invention, the term "comprising" and its derivatives, as used herein, are intended to be open-ended terms that specify the presence of a described feature, element, component, group, integral, and / or step, but do not exclude the presence of other undescribed features, elements, components, groups, integrals, and / or steps. This concept also applies to words with similar meanings, such as the terms "comprising," "having," and their derivatives. Furthermore, unless otherwise stated, the terms "part," "section," "section," "component," or "element," when used in the singular, may have a dual meaning of a single part or multiple parts.

[0190] As used herein, the following directional terms, “facing the frame side,” “not facing the frame side,” “forward,” “backward,” “front,” “back,” “up,” “down,” “above,” “below,” “upward,” “downward,” “top,” “bottom,” “side,” “vertical,” “horizontal,” “vertical,” and “lateral,” as well as any other similar directional terms, refer to those directions of a bicycle in an upright riding position equipped with bicycle components. Therefore, these directional terms used to describe bicycle components should be interpreted relative to a bicycle in an upright riding position on a horizontal plane equipped with bicycle components. The terms “left” and “right” are used to indicate “right” when viewed from the rear of the bicycle and referenced from the right, and “left” when viewed from the rear of the bicycle and referenced from the left.

[0191] As used in this disclosure, the phrase "at least one" means "one or more" of the desired choices. For example, if the number of choices is two, the phrase "at least one" as used in this disclosure means "only one single choice" or "two of the two choices." As another example, if the number of choices is equal to or more than three, the phrase "at least one" as used in this disclosure means "only one single choice" or "any combination of equal to or more than two choices." Furthermore, the term "and / or" as used in this disclosure means "one or both of them."

[0192] Furthermore, it should be understood that although the terms "first" and "second" are used herein to describe various components, these components should not be limited by these terms. These terms are used only to distinguish one component from another. Thus, for example, the first component discussed above may be referred to as the second component without departing from the teachings of the invention, and vice versa.

[0193] As used herein, the terms “attached” or “attached” encompass constructions in which an element is directly fixed to another element by attaching it directly to the other; constructions in which the element is indirectly fixed to the other element by attaching it to an intermediate member that is in turn attached to the other; and constructions in which one element is integral with another, i.e., one element is substantially part of the other. This definition also applies to words with similar meanings, such as “connection,” “link,” “joint,” “installation,” “combination,” “fixation,” and their derivatives. Finally, the degree terms “substantially,” “approximately,” and “about” used herein mean a deviation of the modified term that does not significantly change the final result.

[0194] Although only selected embodiments have been chosen to illustrate the invention, it will be apparent from this disclosure to those skilled in the art that various changes and modifications can be made without departing from the scope of the invention as defined in the appended claims. For example, unless otherwise specified, the size, shape, position, or orientation of various components may be varied as needed and / or desired, provided that such changes do not substantially affect their intended function. Unless otherwise specified, components shown to be directly connected or in contact with each other may have intermediate structures disposed between them, provided that such variations do not substantially affect their intended function. Unless otherwise specified, the function of one element may be performed by two, and vice versa. In another embodiment, the structure and function of one embodiment may be employed. It is not necessary for all advantages to be present simultaneously in a particular embodiment. Each feature that differs from the prior art, alone or in combination with other features, should also be considered as a separate description by the applicant of a further invention, including the structural and / or functional concepts embodied by these features. Therefore, the foregoing description providing embodiments according to the invention is for illustrative purposes only and is not intended to limit the invention as defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A bicycle component, comprising: A base component, the base component including a housing receiving component, the housing receiving component being configured as a housing for receiving a cable, the housing receiving component including a receiving hole, the inner core of the cable extending through the receiving hole, the receiving hole having a central axis; A cable attachment member, the cable attachment member including a cable arrangement portion and an inclined surface; Holder plate; Fastener configured to fasten the retaining plate to the cable arrangement portion along a fastening direction, thereby retaining the inner core of the cable between the cable attachment member and the retaining plate; The inclined surface is neither parallel nor perpendicular to the fastening direction, and when viewed along the fastening direction, the inclined surface at least partially overlaps with the retaining plate; and When viewed along the fastening direction, the cable arrangement is at least partially disposed between the inclined surface and the central axis of the receiving hole.

2. The bicycle component according to claim 1, wherein... With the bicycle component mounted on the bicycle frame, the inclined surface is at least partially disposed between the cable arrangement portion and the bicycle center surface, the bicycle center surface passing through the center of the bicycle frame in the width direction of the bicycle frame.

3. A bicycle component, comprising: A base component, the base component including a housing receiving component, the housing receiving component being configured as a housing for receiving a cable, the housing receiving component including a receiving hole, the inner core of the cable extending through the receiving hole, the receiving hole having a central axis; A cable attachment member, the cable attachment member including a cable arrangement portion and an inclined surface; Holder plate; Fastener configured to fasten the retaining plate to the cable arrangement portion along a fastening direction, thereby retaining the inner core of the cable between the cable attachment member and the retaining plate; The inclined surface is neither parallel nor perpendicular to the fastening direction; With the bicycle component mounted on the bicycle frame, the inclined surface is at least partially disposed between the cable arrangement and the bicycle center plane, the bicycle center plane passing through the center of the bicycle frame in the width direction; and When viewed along the fastening direction, the cable arrangement is at least partially disposed between the inclined surface and the central axis of the receiving hole.

4. The bicycle component according to claim 1 or 3, wherein The cable attachment member is movably connected to the base member.

5. The bicycle component according to claim 4, further comprising: A first linker is pivotally connected to the base member; and A second link, which is pivotally connected to the base member, wherein... The cable attachment member is connected to the second connector, and When viewed along the fastening direction, the cable arrangement is at least partially disposed between the inclined surface and the first connector.

6. The bicycle component according to claim 4, wherein The cable attachment member includes a first stop that is contactable with the inner core before the inner core is inserted into the insertion space defined between the cable attachment member and the retaining plate. The cable attachment member includes a second stop that is contactable with the inner core when the inner core is inserted into the insertion space. When viewed along the fastening direction, the second stop is at least partially disposed between the central axis of the receiving hole and the first stop.

7. The bicycle component according to claim 6, wherein The first stop includes a first protrusion. The second stop includes a second protrusion spaced apart from the first protrusion, and The first protrusion and the second protrusion define a cable channel between the first protrusion and the second protrusion, through which the inner core of the cable extends.

8. A bicycle component, comprising: A base component, the base component including a housing receiving component, the housing receiving component being configured as a housing for receiving a cable, the housing receiving component including a receiving hole, the inner core of the cable extending through the receiving hole, the receiving hole having a central axis; A cable attachment member movably connected to the base member, the cable attachment member including a cable arrangement portion and an inclined surface; Holder plate; Fastener configured to fasten the retaining plate to the cable arrangement portion along a fastening direction, thereby retaining the inner core of the cable between the cable attachment member and the retaining plate; The inclined surface is neither parallel nor perpendicular to the fastening direction; and When viewed along the fastening direction, the cable arrangement is at least partially disposed between the inclined surface and the central axis of the receiving hole.

9. The bicycle component according to claim 8, further comprising: A first linker is pivotally connected to the base member; and A second link, which is pivotally connected to the base member, wherein... The cable attachment member is connected to the second connector, and When viewed along the fastening direction, the cable arrangement is at least partially disposed between the inclined surface and the first connector.

10. The bicycle component according to claim 8, wherein The cable attachment member includes a first stop that is contactable with the inner core before the inner core is inserted into the insertion space defined between the cable attachment member and the retaining plate. The cable attachment member includes a second stop that is contactable with the inner core when the inner core is inserted into the insertion space. When viewed along the fastening direction, the second stop is at least partially disposed between the central axis of the receiving hole and the first stop.

11. The bicycle component according to claim 10, wherein The first stop includes a first protrusion. The second stop includes a second protrusion spaced apart from the first protrusion, and The first protrusion and the second protrusion define a cable channel between the first protrusion and the second protrusion, through which the inner core of the cable extends.

12. A bicycle component, comprising: Base components; A first linker is pivotally connected to the base member; A second link is pivotally connected to the base member; A cable attachment member, the cable attachment member being connected to the second connector, the cable attachment member including a cable arrangement portion and an inclined surface; Holder plate; Fastener configured to fasten the retaining plate to the cable arrangement portion along the fastening direction, thereby retaining the inner core of the cable between the cable attachment member and the retaining plate; The inclined surface is neither parallel nor perpendicular to the fastening direction; and When viewed along the fastening direction, the cable arrangement is at least partially disposed between the inclined surface and the first connector.

13. The bicycle component according to any one of claims 1, 3, 8 and 12, wherein The inclined surface is configured to guide the inner core toward the insertion space defined between the cable attachment member and the retaining plate.

14. The bicycle component according to claim 13, wherein The cable attachment component includes A first stop, which is contactable with the inner wire core before the inner wire core is inserted into the insertion space, and The second stop is contactable with the inner wire core when the inner wire core is inserted into the insertion space.

15. The bicycle component according to claim 14, wherein The first stop includes a first protrusion. The second stop includes a second protrusion spaced apart from the first protrusion, and The first protrusion and the second protrusion define a cable channel between the first protrusion and the second protrusion, through which the inner core of the cable extends.

16. The bicycle component according to any one of claims 1, 3, 8 and 12, wherein The retaining plate has a profile when viewed along the fastening direction, and When viewed along the fastening direction, the inclined surface is partially outside the outline of the retaining plate.

17. The bicycle component according to any one of claims 1, 3, 8 and 12, wherein The retaining plate has an annular shape when viewed along the fastening direction.

18. The bicycle component according to any one of claims 1, 3, 8 and 12, wherein The cable arrangement section includes cable arrangement trenches that extend at least partially in a straight line.

19. The bicycle component according to any one of claims 1, 3, 8 and 12, wherein The fastener has a fastener central axis extending along the fastening direction, and the fastener extends along the fastener central axis. The inclined surface includes an inner end and an outer end. When viewed along the fastening direction, the inner end is positioned closer to the fastener's central axis than the outer end, and The inclined surface is inclined from the inner end toward the outer end to increase the distance defined between the retaining plate and the inclined surface along the fastening direction.

20. The bicycle component according to any one of claims 1, 3, 8 and 12, wherein The inclined surface includes a first inclined surface and a second inclined surface, and The first inclined surface is neither parallel nor perpendicular to the fastening direction, and The second inclined surface is neither parallel nor perpendicular to the fastening direction and the first inclined surface.

21. The bicycle component according to claim 20, wherein The fastener has a fastener central axis extending along the fastening direction, and the fastener extends along the fastener central axis. The first inclined surface includes a first inner end and a first outer end. When viewed along the fastening direction, the first inner end is positioned closer to the center axis of the fastener than the first outer end, and The first inclined surface is inclined from the first inner end toward the first outer end to increase the first distance defined between the retaining plate and the first inclined surface along the fastening direction.

22. The bicycle component according to claim 21, wherein The second inclined surface includes a second inner end and a second outer end. When viewed along the fastening direction, the second inner end is positioned closer to the fastener's central axis than the second outer end, and The second inclined surface is inclined from the second inner end toward the second outer end to increase the second distance defined between the retaining plate and the second inclined surface along the fastening direction.

23. The bicycle component according to claim 22, wherein... When viewed along the fastening direction, the first inclined surface is inclined from the first inner end to the first outer end in the first inclined direction. When viewed along the fastening direction, the second inclined surface is inclined from the second inner end to the second outer end in the second inclined direction. The cable arrangement section includes cable arrangement trenches extending in the extension direction, and At least one of the first tilting direction and the second tilting direction is neither parallel to nor perpendicular to the extending direction.

24. The bicycle component according to claim 20, wherein The inclined surface includes a ridge line disposed between the first inclined surface and the second inclined surface.

25. The bicycle component according to claim 20, wherein... The first inclined surface is inclined at a first inclination angle relative to the reference surface, and the reference surface is perpendicular to the fastening direction. The second inclined surface is inclined at a second inclination angle relative to the reference surface, and The first tilt angle is different from the second tilt angle.

26. The bicycle component according to any one of claims 1, 3, 8, and 12, further comprising: A chain guide that is in contact with the chain.

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