Motorcycle instrument assembly with multi-degree-of-freedom adjustable display orientation and motorcycle

By designing a motorcycle instrument assembly with multiple degrees of freedom adjustment, the problems of motorcycle instruments due to changes in light and the field of vision of drivers and passengers at different heights are solved, and the instrument is clearly displayed and stable adjustment is achieved.

CN223200198UActive Publication Date: 2025-08-08LONCIN MOTOR CO LTD +1
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Application Number
CN202422107713.X
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-08-28
Publication Date
2025-08-08
Estimated Expiration
2034-08-28

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Technical Problem

Due to the fixed design, existing motorcycle instruments are prone to being unable to see clearly or reflect light due to changes in light, and cannot meet the visual needs of drivers and passengers of different heights.

Method used

A motorcycle instrument assembly with multiple degrees of freedom that can be adjusted in display orientation is designed. Through the pitch of the instrument body and the rotation of the setting angle about the vertical axis or with the horizontal plane, combined with the first and second degree of freedom components, the multi-degree of freedom adjustment of the instrument panel is realized, including the first and second positioning mechanism, the support shaft, the limiting structure and the locking assembly, ensuring the stability and locking of the adjustment.

Benefits of technology

It realizes multi-degree of freedom adjustment of motorcycle instruments, avoids the influence of reflection, adapts to the use needs of different drivers and passengers, and ensures that the instrument is clearly visible.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a display direction multi-degree-of-freedom adjustable motorcycle instrument assembly and a motorcycle, which comprise an instrument dial plate for displaying information and an instrument body for supporting the instrument dial plate, the instrument body has a first degree of freedom of pitching and a second degree of freedom of rotating around a vertical axis or an axis forming a set included angle with a horizontal plane, so that the display direction of the instrument dial is adjustable; according to the motorcycle instrument assembly with the multi-degree-of-freedom adjustable display direction and the motorcycle, multi-degree-of-freedom adjustment of the motorcycle instrument can be achieved, so that different use requirements of a driver and passengers can be met conveniently, it is avoided that light reflected by the instrument influences the driving experience of the driver and the passengers, and the driver and the passengers can clearly recognize the instrument conveniently.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of motorcycles, in particular to a motorcycle instrument assembly with adjustable display orientation and multiple degrees of freedom, and a motorcycle. Background Art

[0002] Motorcycle instrument displays are used to measure various natural quantities, such as pressure and temperature. They typically feature a speedometer dial that displays vehicle speed and an idle dial that displays engine speed. Existing motorcycle instrument displays are typically fixed to the front of the vehicle. However, these fixed instruments can be difficult to read due to varying lighting conditions or glare. Furthermore, fixed instruments may not fully accommodate the vision needs of riders of varying heights.

[0003] Therefore, there is an urgent need to develop a motorcycle instrument assembly and a motorcycle with multi-degree-of-freedom adjustable display orientation, which can realize multi-degree-of-freedom adjustment of motorcycle instruments, thereby facilitating adaptation to the different usage needs of drivers and passengers, avoiding instrument reflections affecting the driving experience of drivers and passengers, and facilitating clear identification of instruments by drivers and passengers. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In view of this, the purpose of the present invention is to provide a motorcycle instrument assembly and a motorcycle with multi-degree-of-freedom adjustable display orientation, which can realize multi-degree-of-freedom adjustment of the motorcycle instrument, thereby facilitating adaptation to the different usage needs of the driver and passengers, avoiding the reflection of the instrument affecting the driving experience of the driver and passengers, and facilitating the driver and passengers to clearly identify the instrument.

[0005] The utility model discloses a motorcycle instrument assembly with adjustable display orientation in multiple degrees of freedom, comprising an instrument dial for displaying information and an instrument body for supporting the instrument dial. The instrument body has a first degree of freedom in pitch and a second degree of freedom in rotation about a vertical axis or an axis forming a set angle with a horizontal plane, so that the display orientation of the instrument dial is adjustable. The display orientation of the instrument dial has multiple degrees of freedom, which facilitates adjustment of the display orientation of the instrument dial according to the needs of the driver and passengers.

[0006] Furthermore, the invention further comprises a first degree of freedom component and a second degree of freedom component, wherein the instrument dial is fixed to the instrument body, the instrument body is connected to the first degree of freedom component, the first degree of freedom component is connected to the second degree of freedom component, and the second degree of freedom component is connected to a set position on the front of the motorcycle;

[0007] The first degree of freedom component can be operated to rotate, thereby driving the instrument body and the instrument dial to form the rotation and can be locked;

[0008] The second degree of freedom component can be operated to rotate, thereby driving the instrument body and the instrument dial to pitch and can be locked.

[0009] Furthermore, it also includes a first positioning mechanism for limiting the rotation of the first degree of freedom component. The first positioning mechanism is multiple, including a positioning protrusion and a positioning groove cooperating with the positioning protrusion. The first degree of freedom component includes a rotating disk, and the second degree of freedom component includes a fixed disk. The positioning groove is provided on the rotating disk, and the positioning protrusion is provided on the fixed disk.

[0010] Furthermore, it also includes a second positioning mechanism for limiting the rotation of the second degree of freedom component. The two ends of the fixed plate extend downward to form a hinged ear. The second positioning mechanism is respectively arranged on the inner side of the hinged ear, including a gear plate and a rubber pad. The hinged ear is provided with an engaging portion that engages with the gear plate. The rubber pad is arranged on the inner side of the gear plate, and the rubber pad is used to apply elastic force to the gear plate.

[0011] Furthermore, it also includes a support shaft, one end of which is formed with a flange structure, the fixed disk is provided with a connecting hole adapted to the support shaft, the rotating disk is sleeved on the support shaft, and the flange structure is used to limit the rotating disk.

[0012] Furthermore, it also includes a limiting structure, including a flat washer and a retaining ring. The support shaft is provided with a limiting groove that cooperates with the retaining ring. The flat washer is sleeved on the support shaft and is located on the side of the retaining ring close to the instrument body.

[0013] Furthermore, it also includes an elastic member, which is arranged between the flat washer and the fixed disk and is used to apply elastic force to the fixed disk; the elastic member is arranged so that a clearance space can be formed when the rotating disk rotates.

[0014] Furthermore, it also includes a locking assembly, which is arranged corresponding to the second positioning mechanism, including a clip nut and a locking piece. The clip nut is arranged on the inner side of the rubber pad and is engaged with the set position of the front part of the motorcycle. The locking piece is used to lock the hinge ear, the second positioning mechanism and the clip nut to the front part of the motorcycle.

[0015] Furthermore, the fixed disk is provided with a plurality of arc-shaped protrusions, and the plurality of arc-shaped protrusions are arranged at intervals between the positioning protrusions; the plurality of arc-shaped protrusions are provided to improve the connection stability between the rotating disk and the fixed disk.

[0016] The utility model provides a motorcycle, which comprises the motorcycle instrument assembly with adjustable display orientation in multiple degrees of freedom.

[0017] The beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows: the motorcycle instrument assembly and motorcycle with multi-degree-of-freedom adjustable display orientation of the present invention can realize multi-degree-of-freedom adjustment of the motorcycle instrument, thereby facilitating adaptation to the different usage needs of the driver and passengers, avoiding the influence of instrument reflection on the driving experience of the driver and passengers, and facilitating the driver and passengers to clearly identify the instrument. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments:

[0019] Figure 1 It is a structural diagram of the utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A structural diagram from another perspective;

[0021] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Cross-sectional view along BB direction;

[0022] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the structure of the cooperation between the second degree of freedom component and the second positioning mechanism;

[0023] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Structural diagram from another perspective;

[0024] Figure 6 It is a structural diagram of the rotating disk;

[0025] The above drawings include the following reference numerals:

[0026] 1. Instrument dial; 2. Second degree of freedom assembly; 201. Fixed plate; 2011. Positioning protrusion; 2012. Arc-shaped protrusion; 2013. Connecting hole; 2014. Articulated ear; 2015. Locking piece; 2016. Clip nut; 2017. Gear plate; 20171. Limiting lug; 202. Support shaft; 2021. Flanged structure; 3. First degree of freedom assembly; 301. Rotating plate; 3011. Positioning groove; 3012. Connecting part; 4. Headlamp bracket; 5. Flat washer; 6. Retaining ring; 7. Elastic member; 8. Instrument body. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the utility model. Figure 2 for Figure 1 A structural diagram from another perspective, Figure 3 for Figure 2 Cross-sectional view along BB direction, Figure 4 It is a structural diagram of the cooperation between the second degree of freedom component and the second positioning mechanism. Figure 5 for Figure 4Another structural diagram from another perspective. Figure 6 is a structural diagram of the rotating disk, as shown in Figure 1-6 As shown: The motorcycle instrument assembly with adjustable display orientation in multiple degrees of freedom of this embodiment includes an instrument dial 1 for displaying information and an instrument body 8 for supporting the instrument dial 1. The instrument body 8 has a first degree of freedom in pitch and a second degree of freedom in rotation about a vertical axis or an axis forming a set angle with a horizontal plane, so that the display orientation of the instrument dial 1 is adjustable. In this structure, the instrument dial 1 is used to display various information when the motorcycle is in use, such as the motorcycle's speed. The instrument body 8 has a first degree of freedom in pitch (i.e., it can rotate approximately about an axis in the left-right direction of the motorcycle), thereby changing the display angle of the instrument dial 1 and preventing the instrument dial 1 from being reflected and obscured by the user. At the same time, the instrument body 8 can rotate about a vertical axis (relative to the up-down direction of the motorcycle) or an axis forming a set angle with a horizontal plane (the set angle can be set based on the angle of the instrument body 8 relative to the vertical axis), thereby allowing the display orientation of the instrument dial 1 to be adjusted with multiple degrees of freedom. The structure of the instrument body 8 is an application of existing technology and will not be described in detail here.

[0028] In the prior art, motorcycle instruments are usually fixed on the front of the vehicle. However, when using such fixed instruments, the instruments may be unclear or reflective due to changes in light. At the same time, for drivers and passengers of different heights, fixed instruments cannot perfectly adapt to the visual field requirements of drivers and passengers of different heights. The motorcycle instrument assembly and motorcycle with multi-degree-of-freedom adjustable display orientation of the present invention can achieve multi-degree-of-freedom adjustment of the motorcycle instrument, thereby facilitating the adaptation to the different usage requirements of the driver and passenger, avoiding the impact of instrument reflection on the driver and passenger's driving experience, and facilitating the driver and passenger to clearly identify the instrument.

[0029] In this embodiment, the first degree of freedom component 3 and the second degree of freedom component 2 are further included. The instrument dial 1 is fixed to the instrument body 8, the instrument body 8 is connected to the first degree of freedom component 3, the first degree of freedom component 3 is connected to the second degree of freedom component 2, and the second degree of freedom component 2 is connected to a set position on the front of the motorcycle; the first degree of freedom component 3 is installed on the second degree of freedom component 2, the second degree of freedom component 2 can be installed on the headlight bracket 4 on the front of the motorcycle, and the instrument body 8 can be bolted to the first degree of freedom component 3;

[0030] The first degree of freedom component 3 can be operated to rotate, thereby driving the instrument body 8 and the instrument dial 1 to form the rotation and can be locked; the first degree of freedom component 3 can be operated to rotate and can be locked relative to the second degree of freedom component 2, so that the display orientation of the instrument dial 1 can be adjusted and locked;

[0031] The second degree of freedom component 2 can be operated to rotate, thereby driving the instrument body 8 and the instrument dial 1 to pitch and be locked; when the second degree of freedom component 2 rotates, it can drive the first degree of freedom component 3, the instrument body 8 and the instrument dial 1 to pitch and be locked, that is, the inclination of the instrument dial 1 relative to the left and right axis of the motorcycle can be adjusted, thereby reducing the impact of reflections on the field of view of the instrument dial 1.

[0032] In this embodiment, a first positioning mechanism is further included for limiting the rotation of the first degree-of-freedom component 3. There are multiple first positioning mechanisms, including a positioning protrusion 2011 and a positioning groove 3011 cooperating with the positioning protrusion 2011. The first degree-of-freedom component 3 includes a rotating disk 301, and the second degree-of-freedom component 2 includes a fixed disk 201. The positioning groove 3011 is provided on the rotating disk 301, and the positioning protrusion 2011 is provided on the fixed disk 201; a plurality of connecting parts 3012 are provided in the circumference of the rotating disk 301, and the connecting parts 3012 are connected to the instrument body 8 and fixed by bolts. When the positioning protrusion 2011 is engaged with the positioning groove 3011, the display orientation of the instrument dial 1 is locked. There are multiple first positioning mechanisms, so that the display orientation of the instrument dial 1 can be adjusted at multiple angles.

[0033] In this embodiment, a second positioning mechanism is further included for limiting the rotation of the second degree of freedom component 2. The two ends of the fixed plate 201 extend downward to form a hinge ear 2014. The second positioning mechanism is respectively arranged on the inner side of the hinge ear 2014, including a gear plate 2017 and a rubber pad 2018. The hinge ear 2014 is provided with an engaging portion that engages with the gear plate 2017. The rubber pad 2018 is arranged on the inner side of the gear plate 2017. The rubber pad 2018 is used to apply an elastic force to the gear plate 2017. In this structure, downward refers to the up and down direction relative to the motorcycle. The fixed plate 201 It is hinged to the front of the motorcycle through the hinge ear 2014, and the gear plate 2017 is engaged with the meshing part. At the same time, a rubber pad 2018 is provided on the inner side of the gear plate 2017 to form a clearance space when rotating and adjusting. When in the locked state, the second limiting mechanism is tightly connected to the front of the motorcycle. Through the cooperation of the gear plate 2017 and the meshing part, the inclination of the instrument dial 1 can be adjusted, and it can be locked at the same time to improve the stability of the adjustment. At the same time, one end of the gear plate 2017 extends downward to form a limiting support ear 20171, and the headlight bracket 4 is provided with a limiting groove that cooperates with the limiting support ear 20171 to facilitate limiting the gear plate 2017.

[0034] In this embodiment, a support shaft 202 is also included, and a flange structure 2021 is formed at one end of the support shaft 202. The fixed disk 201 is provided with a connecting hole 2013 adapted to the support shaft 202. The rotating disk 301 is sleeved on the support shaft 202, and the flange structure 2021 is used to limit the rotating disk 301. The support shaft 202 is a hollow shaft, and the support shaft 202 is inserted into the connecting hole 2013. The rotating disk 301 is sleeved on the support shaft 202 and prevented from vertical displacement by the flange structure 2021.

[0035] In this embodiment, a limiting structure is also included, including a flat washer 5 and a retaining ring 6. The support shaft 202 is provided with a limiting groove that cooperates with the retaining ring 6. The flat washer 5 is sleeved on the support shaft 202 and is located on the side of the retaining ring 6 close to the instrument body 8; the retaining ring 6 is engaged with the limiting groove, and the flat washer 5 is sleeved on the support shaft 202 and is located on the side of the retaining ring 6 close to the fixed disk 201.

[0036] In this embodiment, an elastic member 7 is further included, which is arranged between the flat washer 5 and the fixed disk 201 and is used to apply an elastic force to the fixed disk 201; the elastic member 7 is a butterfly spring, and the elastic member 7 is used to apply an elastic force to the fixed disk 201, and at the same time, when the rotating disk 301 rotates, a clearance space is formed in the vertical direction to facilitate the rotation of the rotating disk 301.

[0037] In this embodiment, a locking assembly is also included, which corresponds to the second positioning mechanism and includes a clip nut 2016 and a locking piece 2015. The clip nut 2016 is arranged on the inner side of the rubber pad 2018 and is engaged with the set position of the front part of the motorcycle. The locking piece 2015 is used to lock the hinge ear 2014, the second positioning mechanism and the clip nut 2016 to the front part of the motorcycle; in this structure, the cross-section of the clip nut 2016 is a U-shaped structure, the clip nut 2016 is engaged with the headlight bracket 4 at the front part of the motorcycle, and the locking piece 2015 is a bolt. At the same time, the part of the bolt located in the fixing plate 201, the gear plate 2017 and the rubber pad 2018 is provided with a bushing, which can achieve a shock-absorbing effect, and at the same time can improve the bearing capacity of the connection and improve the service life of the second positioning mechanism.

[0038] In this embodiment, a plurality of arc-shaped protrusions 2012 are provided on the fixed plate 201, and the plurality of arc-shaped protrusions 2012 are spaced apart between the positioning protrusions 2011; a plurality of arc-shaped protrusions 2012 are spaced apart between the plurality of positioning protrusions 2011 to balance the instrument body 8 and prevent the instrument body 8 from shaking.

[0039] The utility model provides a motorcycle, which comprises the motorcycle instrument assembly with adjustable display orientation in multiple degrees of freedom.

[0040] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of the utility model and are not limiting. Although the utility model is described in detail with reference to the preferred embodiments, ordinary technicians in this field should understand that the technical solution of the utility model can be modified or replaced by equivalents without departing from the purpose and scope of the technical solution of the utility model, which should be included in the scope of the claims of the utility model.

Claims

1. A motorcycle instrument assembly with adjustable display orientation and multiple degrees of freedom, characterized by: The device comprises an instrument dial for displaying information and an instrument body for supporting the instrument dial, wherein the instrument body has a first degree of freedom of pitch and a second degree of freedom of rotation around a vertical axis or an axis forming a set angle with a horizontal plane, so that the display orientation of the instrument dial is adjustable.

2. The motorcycle instrument assembly with adjustable display orientation in multiple degrees of freedom according to claim 1, characterized in that: The instrument further comprises a first degree of freedom assembly and a second degree of freedom assembly, wherein the instrument dial is fixed to the instrument body, the instrument body is connected to the first degree of freedom assembly, the first degree of freedom assembly is connected to the second degree of freedom assembly, and the second degree of freedom assembly is connected to a set position on the front of the motorcycle; The first degree of freedom component can be operated to rotate, thereby driving the instrument body and the instrument dial to form the rotation and can be locked; The second degree of freedom component can be operated to rotate, thereby driving the instrument body and the instrument dial to pitch and can be locked.

3. The motorcycle instrument assembly with adjustable display orientation in multiple degrees of freedom according to claim 2, characterized in that: It also includes a first positioning mechanism for limiting the rotation of the first degree of freedom component. The first positioning mechanism is multiple, including a positioning protrusion and a positioning groove cooperating with the positioning protrusion. The first degree of freedom component includes a rotating disk, and the second degree of freedom component includes a fixed disk. The positioning groove is provided on the rotating disk, and the positioning protrusion is provided on the fixed disk.

4. The motorcycle instrument assembly with adjustable display orientation in multiple degrees of freedom according to claim 3, characterized in that: It also includes a second positioning mechanism for limiting the rotation of the second degree of freedom component. The two ends of the fixed plate extend downward to form a hinged ear. The second positioning mechanism is respectively arranged on the inner side of the hinged ear, including a gear plate and a rubber pad. The hinged ear is provided with an engaging portion that engages with the gear plate. The rubber pad is arranged on the inner side of the gear plate, and the rubber pad is used to apply elastic force to the gear plate.

5. The motorcycle instrument assembly with adjustable display orientation in multiple degrees of freedom according to claim 3, characterized in that: It also includes a support shaft, one end of which is formed with a flange structure, the fixed disk is provided with a connecting hole adapted to the support shaft, the rotating disk is sleeved on the support shaft, and the flange structure is used to limit the rotating disk.

6. The motorcycle instrument assembly with adjustable display orientation in multiple degrees of freedom according to claim 5, characterized in that: It also includes a limiting structure, including a flat washer and a retaining ring. The support shaft is provided with a limiting groove that cooperates with the retaining ring. The flat washer is sleeved on the support shaft and is located on the side of the retaining ring close to the instrument body.

7. The motorcycle instrument assembly with adjustable display orientation in multiple degrees of freedom according to claim 6, characterized in that: It also includes an elastic member, which is arranged between the flat washer and the fixed disk and is used to apply elastic force to the fixed disk.

8. The motorcycle instrument assembly with adjustable display orientation in multiple degrees of freedom according to claim 4, characterized in that: It also includes a locking assembly, which is arranged corresponding to the second positioning mechanism, including a clip nut and a locking piece. The clip nut is arranged on the inner side of the rubber pad and is engaged with the set position of the front part of the motorcycle. The locking piece is used to lock the hinge ear, the second positioning mechanism and the clip nut to the front part of the motorcycle.

9. The motorcycle instrument assembly with adjustable display orientation in multiple degrees of freedom according to claim 3, characterized in that: The fixing plate is provided with a plurality of arc-shaped protrusions, and the plurality of arc-shaped protrusions are arranged at intervals between the positioning protrusions.

10. A motorcycle, characterized in that: A motorcycle instrument assembly with adjustable display orientation in multiple degrees of freedom comprising the instrument assembly described in any one of claims 1 to 9.