Bicycle pedal
By designing fixing grooves and stop components on the bicycle pedals, the problem of end caps becoming loose and falling off is solved, achieving both end cap fixation and increased friction, thus ensuring riding safety and comfort.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-31
- Publication Date
- 2026-03-13
AI Technical Summary
The end caps of existing detachable bicycle pedals are prone to loosening or falling off due to friction or vibration, affecting riding safety and comfort.
A bicycle pedal with a fixing groove and a stop member was designed. The combination of the fixing groove and the stop member restricts the movement of the end cap and prevents it from falling off during riding. The anti-slip member increases friction and improves stability.
It effectively prevents the end caps from falling off, protects the center shaft and bearing assembly, improves riding safety and comfort, maintains stable control, especially on wet or bumpy roads, and extends the life of the pedals.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to a pedal, specifically a bicycle pedal. Background Technology
[0002] Common bicycle pedals on the market include ball-less pedals, loose ball pedals, and bearing pedals. Among them, bicycle pedals designed for special riding needs or more professional riding are designed to be detachable. They usually include an axle, bearings, and end caps to prevent dust from entering. The end caps may seem like a very small component, but the absence of end caps can have a significant impact on the entire bicycle pedal.
[0003] In detachable bicycle pedals, end caps serve to protect the internal structure of the pedals, increase their comfort, and enhance safety. In the past, end caps were fixed with screws, clamping designs, snap-fit designs, and embedded designs. However, friction during riding often causes the end caps to loosen or fall off, which in turn causes problems with the entire bicycle pedal system and affects riding safety.
[0004] In view of this, the goal of development in related fields is to develop a bicycle pedal that can fix the end cap while improving riding safety. Utility Model Content
[0005] To develop a bicycle pedal that allows the end cap to be fixed, this utility model provides a bicycle pedal comprising:
[0006] A pedal body includes a central portion, a first open end, a second open end, and a fixing groove. The central portion is columnar and passes through a hollow pipe. The fixing groove is located adjacent to the first open end and passes through the pedal body in a radial direction of the central portion. At least a portion of the fixing groove is in communication with the hollow pipe.
[0007] One end cap, which can be detachably placed inside the hollow pipe to seal the first open end;
[0008] A stop member is detachably engaged with the fixing groove, the stop member protruding from the hollow pipe and limiting the range of movement of the end cap.
[0009] The fixing groove is provided on a surface at the connection between the pedal body frame and the center part, and at least a portion of the fixing groove passes through at least a portion of the hollow pipe.
[0010] Furthermore, the fixing groove is recessed radially toward the hollow pipe, and one end of the fixing groove is connected to the hollow pipe.
[0011] Furthermore, the end cap includes a neck recessed on an annular side of the end cap, the outer diameter of the neck being smaller than the outer diameter of the end cap, and the neck corresponding to the fixing groove.
[0012] The stop member includes a large head and a threaded section, with at least a portion of the large head protruding from the hollow pipe and corresponding to the neck.
[0013] Furthermore, the stop member is a screw, and after the stop member is engaged with the fixing groove, the end of the threaded section protrudes from the surface of the pedal body.
[0014] When the stop member is inserted into the fixing groove, one end of the stop member will abut against the neck.
[0015] Furthermore, an anti-slip component protrudes from the surface of the pedal body.
[0016] The anti-slip component is an anti-slip pin, one end of which is screwed into the pedal body, and the end of the anti-slip component protrudes from the surface of the pedal body.
[0017] The bicycle pedal provided by this utility model, through the design of the stop component and the anti-slip component, prevents the end cap of the bicycle pedal from falling off due to friction or vibration during riding, effectively protecting the central shaft and bearing assembly in the central part, and further protecting the entire bicycle pedal system. While preventing the end cap from falling off, it also allows the rider's foot to generate greater friction with the bicycle pedal during riding, preventing the bicycle pedal from falling off in wet environments or on bumpy terrain, and enabling more stable control of the bicycle pedal. This utility model not only improves the service life of the bicycle pedal, but also ensures the functionality and safety during riding. Attached Figure Description
[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the fixed end cap of a preferred embodiment of the present invention;
[0019] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the fixed end cap of a preferred embodiment of the present invention;
[0020] Figure 3 This is a partial enlarged view of the fixed end cap of the second embodiment of this utility model.
[0021] Symbol explanation:
[0022] 10 bicycle pedals
[0023] 11 Pedal Body
[0024] 111 Central Department
[0025] 1111 Hollow Pipe
[0026] 112 First Open Terminal
[0027] 113 Second Open Terminal
[0028] 114 Fixing Slot
[0029] 12 end caps
[0030] 121 groove
[0031] 122 neck
[0032] 13 Stopping components
[0033] 14 central axes
[0034] 141 crank end
[0035] 142 Contact Department
[0036] 15 anti-slip components
[0037] Bearing assembly A Detailed Implementation
[0038] Please refer to Figure 1 as well as Figure 2 The present invention provides a bicycle pedal 10, which includes a pedal body 11, an end cap 12, a stop member 13, a central shaft 14, an anti-slip member 15, and a bearing assembly A.
[0039] The pedal body 11 includes a central portion 111, a first open end 112, a second open end 113, and a fixing groove 114. The shape of the pedal body 11 is not limited; it can be a rectangular frame, a trapezoidal frame, or an elliptical frame. In this embodiment, the pedal body 11 is preferably a hollow hexagonal frame, wherein the central portion 111 is columnar, and its two ends are connected to a pair of corners of the pedal body 11, giving the pedal body 11 a symmetrical structure. Furthermore, the pedal body 11 includes a connecting section, the two ends of which are respectively connected to any part of the frame of the pedal body 11 and any part of the central portion 111, aiming to provide more stable support for the central portion 111.
[0040] In this embodiment of the utility model, the pedal body 11 is divided into multiple hollow areas by the connecting section. The hollow hexagon of the pedal body 11 and the hollow areas can increase the stability of the rider when using the pedal body 11 and distribute the force evenly on the pedal body 11. Furthermore, due to the design of the hollow hexagon of the frame, the angle generated by the two sides of the frame that are connected to each other is greater than 90 degrees, which helps to prevent dust and mud from remaining on the pedal 10 when riding.
[0041] Furthermore, a hollow pipe 1111 extends through the central part 111, and the first open end 112 and the second open end 113 correspond to the two ends of the central part 111, respectively.
[0042] Furthermore, the fixing groove 114 is located adjacent to the first open end 112 and passes through one surface of the pedal body 11 in a radial direction along the center portion 111, and at least a portion of the fixing groove 114 is in communication with the hollow pipe 1111.
[0043] like Figure 2 In the first embodiment provided by this utility model, the fixing groove 114 is adjacent to the first open end 112 and passes through a surface at the connection between the pedal body 11 frame and the center part 111. The surface corresponds to one side of the pedal body 11 which presents a hexagonal plane. At the same time, at least a portion of the fixing groove 114 passes through at least a portion of the hollow pipe 1111.
[0044] like Figure 3 In the second embodiment provided by this utility model, the fixing groove 114 is recessed radially toward the hollow pipe 1111, corresponding to the side of the central part 111, and one end of the fixing groove 114 is connected to the hollow pipe 1111.
[0045] The central shaft 14 and the bearing assembly A are inserted into the central portion 111, and the first open end 112 is closed by the end cap 12. The end cap 12 is detachably disposed in the hollow pipe 1111 and closes the first open end 112. The end cap 12 includes a groove 121 and a neck 122. The outer diameter of the end cap 12 corresponds to the inner diameter of the hollow pipe 1111. In this embodiment of the present invention, the end cap 12 is cylindrical. The groove 121 is recessed into one end face of the end cap 12. After the end cap 12 is inserted into the central portion 111, the groove 121 corresponds to the first open end 112.
[0046] The groove 121 is not limited in shape and is designed to allow the operator to insert the end cap 12 into the center portion 111. A tool can be inserted into the groove 121 and the end cap 12 can be pushed tightly into the first open end 112 of the center portion 111.
[0047] The neck 122 is recessed in a ring side of the end cap 12, and the outer diameter of the neck 122 is smaller than the outer diameter of the end cap 12. When the end cap 12 is inserted into the center portion 111, the neck 122 corresponds to the fixing groove 114. In this embodiment, the neck 122 surrounds the ring side of the end cap 12.
[0048] The stop member 13 is rod-shaped and passes through the fixing groove 114. At least a portion of the stop member 13 protrudes from the hollow pipe 1111 and corresponds to or abuts against the neck 122. In this way, the end cap 12 will be restricted by the stop member 13 and will not be able to move in the radial direction.
[0049] The method of connecting the stop member 13 with the fixing groove 114 is not limited, including fixing with a riveting member having a rivet cutting hole, mechanical fixing or pin fixing. In this embodiment of the utility model, the stop member 13 is a screw with a large head and a threaded section at both ends. The inner wall of the fixing groove 114 includes a threaded surface. The fixing groove 114 and the stop member 13 are screw-locked together.
[0050] In the first embodiment provided by this utility model, the stop member 13 is placed into the fixing groove 114 and fixed by the threaded section and the threaded surface. At least a portion of the large head of the stop member 132 engages with the neck 122, thereby restricting the movement of the end cap 12. Furthermore, after the stop member 13 is combined with the fixing groove 144, a portion of the end of the threaded section protrudes from the surface of the pedal body 11, causing the stop member 13 to generate friction with the sole of the rider's shoe.
[0051] In the second embodiment of this utility model, after the stop member 13 is placed into the fixing groove 114, the end of the threaded section of the stop member 13 penetrates into the hollow pipe 1111 and abuts against the neck 122, so that the end cap 12 is blocked by the stop member 13.
[0052] Preferably, the two stop members 13 and the two fixing grooves 114 are symmetrically arranged to increase the effect of the stop members 13 in restricting the end cap 12.
[0053] The central shaft 14 includes a crank end 141 and an abutment portion 142. The crank end 141 is located at one end of the central shaft 141 and corresponds to the second open end 113. The abutment portion 142 is located on the side of the crank end 141 near the first open end 112. When the central shaft 14 is inserted into the hollow tube 1111, the abutment portion 142 abuts against the end face of the second open end 113, thereby closing the second open end 113 and causing the crank end 141 to protrude from the second open end 113.
[0054] The crank end 151 includes an external thread that allows the crank end 151 to engage with the crank of a bicycle.
[0055] Furthermore, at least a portion of the anti-slip member 15 protrudes from at least a portion of the surface of the pedal body 11. In this embodiment of the present invention, the anti-slip member 15 is a slip pin, one end of which is screwed into the pedal body 11, and the other end protrudes from one surface of the pedal body 11, so that the surface of the pedal body 11 forms a plurality of protrusions. Preferably, the anti-slip member 15 is evenly and symmetrically disposed on two opposite surfaces of the pedal body 11. The anti-slip member 15 can increase the friction between the pedal body 11 and the rider, thereby reducing the risk of foot slippage during riding and improving the rider's control over the pedal body 11.
[0056] The bicycle pedal 10 can be made of lightweight, sturdy and durable materials, including aluminum alloy, plastic or carbon fiber.
[0057] The bicycle pedal 10 provided by this utility model, through the design of the stop member 13, prevents the end cap 12 from falling off during riding due to friction or vibration. It effectively protects the central shaft 14 and the bearing assembly A inside the central part 111, and further protects the entire bicycle pedal 10 system. While preventing the end cap 12 from falling off, it also allows the rider's foot to generate greater friction with the bicycle pedal during riding, making it easier to control the bicycle pedal more stably in wet environments or on bumpy terrain. This utility model not only improves the service life of the bicycle pedal, but also ensures functionality and safety during riding.
Claims
1. A bicycle pedal, characterized in that, Comprising: a pedal body comprising a center portion, a first open end, a second open end, and a fixing slot, the center portion being columnar, the center portion penetrating a hollow tube, the fixing slot being disposed in the pedal body adjacent to the first open end along a radial direction of the center portion, and at least a portion of the fixing slot being in communication with the hollow tube; a cap being detachably disposed in the hollow tube to close the first open end; a stop member being detachably combined with the fixing slot, the stop member protruding the hollow tube and limiting the moving range of the cap.
2. A cycle pedal as claimed in claim 1, characterised in that, The fixing slot is disposed in a surface of the pedal body frame at the junction with the center portion, and at least a portion of the fixing slot penetrates at least a portion of the hollow tube.
3. The bicycle pedal of claim 1, wherein, The fixing slot is concavely disposed radially toward the hollow tube, and one end of the fixing slot is in communication with the hollow tube.
4. A cycle pedal as claimed in claim 2, wherein, The cap comprises a neck portion, the neck portion being concavely disposed in a ring side surface of the cap, the outer diameter of the neck portion being smaller than the outer diameter of the cap, and the neck portion corresponding to the fixing slot.
5. A cycle pedal as claimed in claim 3, wherein, The cap comprises a neck portion, the neck portion being concavely disposed in a ring side surface of the cap, the outer diameter of the neck portion being smaller than the outer diameter of the cap, and the neck portion corresponding to the fixing slot.
6. A cycle pedal as claimed in claim 4, wherein, The stop member comprises a large head portion and a threaded segment, at least a portion of the large head portion protruding the hollow tube and corresponding to the neck portion.
7. A cycle pedal as claimed in claim 6, characterised in that, The stop member is a screw, and after the stop member is combined with the fixing slot, the end of the threaded segment protrudes the surface of the pedal body.
8. A cycle pedal as claimed in claim 5, wherein, After the stop member is disposed in the fixing slot, one end of the stop member abuts against the neck portion.
9. Pedal according to any one of claims 2, 4, 6 and 7, characterized in that A stop slide member protrudes from the surface of the pedal body.
10. A cycle pedal as claimed in claim 9, characterised in that, The stop slide member is a stop slide pin, one end of the stop slide member being screw-coupled with the pedal body, and the end of the stop slide member protruding the surface of the pedal body.