Handlebar assembly and vehicle

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a handlebar assembly and a vehicle, wherein the handlebar assembly comprises a handlebar cross tube and a handlebar stem tube, the handlebar cross tube and the handlebar stem tube are connected through a head structure, the inside of the head structure has a receiving cavity, the bottom wall of the head structure is provided with an operation opening which is communicated with the receiving cavity, the handlebar assembly further comprises a cover plate structure arranged at the operation opening, and the cover plate structure is used for plugging the operation opening. In this way, the number of openings on the front surface of the head structure is reduced, which not only can improve the integrity and the appearance of the appearance surface of the head structure, but also can effectively improve the waterproof performance of the head structure because the operation opening is located on the bottom wall of the head structure, so that water flow cannot enter the inside of the head structure through the operation opening. In addition, while improving the waterproof performance of the head structure, no additional waterproof auxiliary materials need to be arranged, so that the complexity of the head structure can be reduced, and the production efficiency of the head structure can be improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of vehicles, and more particularly to a handlebar assembly and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] Vehicles typically include motorized vehicles and non-motorized vehicles. Both motorized and non-motorized vehicles can have handlebar assemblies. The handlebar cross tube and stem tube of the handlebar assembly are usually connected by the front end structure. However, current front end structures have poor waterproofing performance. Utility Model Content

[0003] To overcome the problems existing in the related technologies, this disclosure provides a handlebar assembly and a vehicle.

[0004] According to a first aspect of this disclosure, a handlebar assembly is provided, comprising a handlebar cross tube and a handlebar stem tube connected by a front-end structure. The front-end structure has an internal cavity, and its bottom wall has an operating port communicating with the cavity. The handlebar assembly also includes a cover plate structure disposed at the operating port for sealing it. In this embodiment, by placing the operating port on the bottom wall of the front-end structure and sealing it with a cover plate, the number of openings on the front of the front-end structure is reduced, avoiding the user's view. This not only improves the integrity and aesthetics of the front-end structure's appearance but also effectively enhances its waterproof performance, as water flow is prevented from entering the interior of the front-end structure through the operating port, thus improving its waterproof performance. Furthermore, while improving the waterproof performance of the front-end structure, no additional waterproof auxiliary materials are required, thereby reducing the complexity of the front-end structure and improving its production efficiency.

[0005] In some possible implementations, the outer surface of the bottom wall is provided with a groove, the operating port is located at the bottom surface of the groove, and at least part of the cover plate structure is embedded in the groove. This allows for a more compact front-end structure, improves the flatness of the bottom wall of the front-end structure, and thus further enhances the overall aesthetic appearance of the front-end structure.

[0006] In some possible implementations, the cover plate structure includes: a cover plate body, embedded in the groove, with a portion of the cover plate body conforming to the bottom surface of the groove; and a reinforcing rib structure, disposed on a first surface of the cover plate body facing the bottom surface of the groove, and located within the orthographic projection of the operating opening on the first surface, the reinforcing rib structure protruding from the first surface toward the interior of the receiving cavity. In this embodiment, by providing the reinforcing rib structure, the structural strength of the cover plate body is improved, preventing damage such as cracking of the cover plate body, thereby improving the reliability of the handlebar assembly.

[0007] In some possible implementations, the cover plate structure further includes a positioning part for positioning the assembly position of the cover plate structure. By providing a positioning part to position the assembly position of the cover plate structure, the convenience of assembling the cover plate structure is improved, thereby enhancing the user experience.

[0008] In some possible implementations, the wall of the accommodating cavity includes a first region connected to the edge of the operating port, and the positioning part is a first plate-like structure disposed on the first surface. In the assembled position, at least a portion of the first plate-like structure is in contact with the wall of the accommodating cavity located in the first region. This simplifies the structure of the positioning part, making it easier to manufacture and process.

[0009] In some possible implementations, the wall of the accommodating cavity further includes a second region facing the operating port. A mounting groove is provided on the surface of the accommodating cavity in the second region, with the opening of the mounting groove opposite to the operating port. The handlebar tube passes through the mounting groove, and a portion of the handlebar tube protrudes outward from the opening of the mounting groove. This design allows for the fixation of the handlebar tube within the accommodating cavity, thereby improving the stability of the handlebar tube and further enhancing the reliability of the handlebar assembly and the vehicle equipped with it. Furthermore, compared to providing mounting holes inside the accommodating cavity, fixing the handlebar tube using a mounting groove reduces the processing difficulty of the front end structure, facilitating its production and processing.

[0010] In some possible implementations, the handlebar assembly further includes a clamping part fixed between the handlebar tube and the cover plate structure, the clamping part being used to press against a portion of the handlebar tube protruding from the groove of the mounting slot. By providing a clamping part to press against the portion of the handlebar tube protruding from the groove of the mounting slot, the handlebar tube is prevented from falling out of the mounting slot, thereby further improving the stability of the handlebar tube and the reliability of the handlebar assembly.

[0011] In some possible implementations, the clamping part includes a block structure with opposing second and third surfaces. A limiting groove is provided on the second surface, and the portion of the handle tube protruding from the mounting groove is embedded in the limiting groove. The third surface abuts against the surface of the cover plate structure facing the receiving cavity. Thus, while clamping the handle tube, the block structure is also clamped, preventing displacement of the block structure. This design simplifies the structure of the clamping part, facilitating production, processing, and assembly.

[0012] In some possible implementations, the clamping part further includes a first fixing part, which is used to fix the block structure within the accommodating cavity. By providing the fixing part, displacement of the block structure that could cause the cross tube to detach from the mounting groove can be further prevented, thereby further improving the reliability of the handlebar assembly.

[0013] In some possible implementations, the block structure further includes side surfaces connected at both ends to the second surface and the third surface, respectively. The first fixing part includes at least one second plate-like structure disposed on the side surface, and the second plate-like structure is connected to the wall of the accommodating cavity by at least one first screw. This simplifies the structure of the first fixing part, making it easier to manufacture, process, and assemble.

[0014] In some possible implementations, the clamping part further includes a limiting part for restricting the movement of the handlebar tube. By limiting the movement direction of the handlebar tube by the limiting part, it is possible to prevent the handlebar tube from shifting and sliding within the mounting groove, which would affect the normal use of the handlebar assembly and thus improve the safety of the handlebar assembly and the vehicle equipped with it.

[0015] In some possible implementations, the limiting part includes a limiting post disposed within the limiting groove, and the horizontal tube is provided with a limiting hole corresponding to the position of the limiting post, with a portion of the limiting post extending into the limiting hole. This design simplifies the structure of the limiting part and facilitates production and processing.

[0016] In some possible implementations, the handlebar assembly further includes a second fixing part for fixing the cover structure to the operating port. By providing the second fixing part to fix the cover structure to the operating port, the stability of the cover structure at the operating port can be improved, preventing the cover structure from falling off due to external forces, thereby further improving the reliability of the handlebar assembly.

[0017] In some possible implementations, the second fixing part is a second screw, which passes through the clamping part from the surface of the cover structure opposite to the receiving cavity and is threadedly connected to the clamping part, thereby fixing the cover structure to the operating port. This simplifies the structure of the second fixing part and improves the ease of assembling the cover structure.

[0018] According to a second aspect of this disclosure, a vehicle is provided, the vehicle including a handlebar assembly as described in the first aspect. In this embodiment, by employing the handlebar assembly as described above, the number of openings on the front of the vehicle's front structure can be reduced. This not only improves the integrity and aesthetics of the vehicle's front structure appearance, but also, because the operating port is located on the bottom wall of the front structure, water flow will not enter the interior of the front structure through this operating port, thereby effectively improving the waterproof performance of the front structure. Furthermore, while improving the waterproof performance of the front structure, no additional waterproof auxiliary materials are required, thus reducing the complexity of the front structure and improving production efficiency.

[0019] In some possible implementations, the vehicle is an electric scooter. In this embodiment, the electric scooter, by employing the aforementioned handlebar assembly, reduces the number of openings on the front of the scooter's front structure. This not only improves the integrity and aesthetics of the scooter's front appearance but also, because the operating port is located on the bottom wall of the front structure, prevents water from entering the interior of the front structure, thus effectively improving the waterproofing performance of the front structure. Furthermore, while improving the waterproofing performance of the front structure, no additional waterproofing auxiliary materials are needed, thereby reducing the complexity of the front structure and improving production efficiency.

[0020] The technical solutions provided by the embodiments of this disclosure may include the following beneficial effects: The handlebar assembly disclosed herein places the operating port on the bottom wall of the front structure and seals it with a cover plate. This reduces the number of openings on the front of the front structure, improving both the integrity and aesthetics of the front structure's appearance. Furthermore, because the operating port is located on the bottom wall, water cannot enter the interior of the front structure through this port, effectively enhancing its waterproof performance. In addition, while improving the waterproof performance of the front structure, no additional waterproofing materials are required, thus reducing the complexity of the front structure and improving production efficiency.

[0021] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only, and are not intended to limit this disclosure. Attached Figure Description

[0022] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form a part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this disclosure and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this disclosure.

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a handlebar assembly according to an exemplary embodiment; Figure 2This is a schematic diagram of the handlebar assembly from another perspective, according to an exemplary embodiment. Figure 3 yes Figure 2 Sectional view along the middle AA direction; Figure 4 This is an exploded view of a handlebar assembly according to an exemplary embodiment; Figure 5 This is an exploded view of the handlebar assembly shown in an exemplary embodiment from another perspective.

[0024] In the picture: 10-Handlebar assembly; 11-Handlebar cross tube; 111-Limiting hole; 112-Connecting hole; 12-Handlebar stem tube; 13-Headboard structure; 131-Accommodating cavity; 1311-First area; 132-Bottom wall; 1321-Operating port; 1322-Groove; 133-Mounting groove; 134-Front side; 14-Cover plate structure; 141-Cover plate body; 1411-First surface; 142-Reinforcing rib structure; 143-Positioning part; 1431-First plate structure; 15-Pressure part; 151-Block structure; 1511-Second surface; 1512-Third surface; 1513-Limiting groove; 152-First fixing part; 1521-Second plate structure; 153-Limiting post. Detailed Implementation

[0025] Exemplary embodiments will now be described in detail, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. When the following description relates to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numerals in different drawings denote the same or similar elements. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all embodiments consistent with this disclosure. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatuses and methods consistent with some aspects of this disclosure as detailed in the appended claims.

[0026] Vehicles typically include motorized and non-motorized vehicles. Both types of vehicles include those with handlebar assemblies. The handlebar cross tube and stem tube are usually connected by a front end structure. The parts used for assembly and fixing the cross tube and stem tube are all located within the front end structure, thus improving the overall aesthetics of the vehicle. However, current front end structures suffer from poor waterproofing. For example, the front end structure in related technologies typically includes access ports for disassembling and assembling internal structures, such as the portion of the cross tube, the portion of the stem tube, connectors for fixing the cross tube and stem tube (e.g., screws), and brake cables located within the front end structure.

[0027] In scenarios where the internal structure is disassembled and assembled using the control port, for example, the handlebar and stem are connected via the front end of the bike and secured using screws or other fasteners. When it is necessary to disassemble and separate the handlebar and stem, a disassembly tool can be inserted into the front end of the bike through the control port to unlock the various fasteners, thereby enabling the disassembly and separation of the handlebar and stem.

[0028] In the aforementioned technologies, the operating ports of the front-end structure are generally located on the front of the front end. It should be noted that when a user is riding the vehicle, the side of the front end facing the user is considered the front of the front end. This placement of the operating ports not only reduces the overall aesthetics of the front end structure, but also makes it easier for water to enter the structure during rain or snow, resulting in poor waterproofing. To improve waterproofing, additional sealing components and other auxiliary materials are needed, complicating the structure of the front end.

[0029] Based on this, this disclosure provides a handlebar assembly with the operating port located on the bottom wall of the front structure and sealed by a cover plate. This reduces the number of openings on the front of the front structure, improving both the integrity and aesthetics of the front structure's appearance. Furthermore, because the operating port is located on the bottom wall, water cannot enter the interior of the front structure through this port, effectively improving its waterproof performance. In addition, while improving the waterproof performance of the front structure, no additional waterproofing materials are needed, thus reducing the complexity of the front structure and improving production efficiency.

[0030] An exemplary embodiment of this disclosure provides a handlebar assembly, such as Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the handlebar assembly 10 includes a handlebar cross tube 11 and a handlebar stem 12, which are connected by a handlebar head structure 13. Exemplarily, the handlebar head structure 13 can be an integral part of the handlebar stem 12 or a separate structure, connected by welding, screw fastening, or other means. The handlebar head structure 13 has an internal cavity 131 for accommodating a portion of the handlebar cross tube 11 and other components such as cables.

[0031] The bottom wall 132 of the front structure 13 is provided with an operating port 1321 that communicates with the receiving cavity 131. The operating port 1321 is used for disassembling, assembling, or repairing the components inside the receiving cavity 131. For example, the handlebar 11 and the stem 12 are detachably connected in the receiving cavity 131 of the front structure 13 by screws or other connectors. When it is necessary to disassemble the handlebar 11 and the stem 12, a disassembly tool can be inserted into the receiving cavity 131 through the operating port 1321 to disassemble the connectors, thereby achieving the disassembly and separation of the handlebar 11 and the stem 12.

[0032] The handlebar assembly 10 also includes a cover structure 14 disposed at the operating port 1321, which is used to seal the operating port 1321. By sealing the operating port 1321 with the cover structure 14, on the one hand, the integrity of the bottom wall 132 of the front structure 13 is improved, thereby enhancing the overall aesthetic appearance of the front structure 13. On the other hand, it also prevents debris from entering the accommodating cavity 131 and damaging the internal structure of the front structure 13, thus improving the reliability of the handlebar assembly 10 and the vehicle equipped with it. Simultaneously, it prevents internal components of the front structure 13 from falling out of the operating port 1321, effectively preventing the loss of internal parts of the front structure 13.

[0033] In this embodiment, by placing the operating port 1321 on the bottom wall 132 of the front structure 13 and sealing it with the cover plate structure 14, the number of openings on the front 134 of the front structure 13 is reduced, avoiding the user's view. This not only improves the integrity and aesthetics of the front structure 13's appearance, but also effectively improves its waterproof performance because the operating port 1321 is located on the bottom wall 132 of the front structure 13, preventing water from entering the interior of the front structure 13. Furthermore, while improving the waterproof performance of the front structure 13, no additional waterproof auxiliary materials are needed, thus reducing the complexity of the front structure 13 and improving its production efficiency.

[0034] It should be noted that the front 134 refers to the side of the front structure 13 facing the user when the user is riding the vehicle.

[0035] like Figure 3 and Figure 5As shown, in one embodiment, a groove 1322 is provided on the outer surface of the bottom wall 132, and the operating port 1321 is located on the bottom surface of the groove 1322. At least a portion of the cover plate structure 14 is embedded in the groove 1322. Exemplarily, only a portion of the cover plate structure 14 may be embedded in the groove 1322, while another portion may be located outside the groove 1322 or within the receiving cavity 131 of the front structure 13. Alternatively, the entire cover plate structure 14 may be embedded in the groove 1322. This arrangement makes the structure of the front structure 13 more compact, improves the flatness of the bottom wall 132 of the front structure 13, and thus helps to further enhance the overall aesthetic appearance of the front structure 13.

[0036] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, in one embodiment, the cover plate structure 14 includes a cover plate body 141 and a reinforcing rib structure 142. The cover plate body 141 is embedded in a groove 1322, with a portion of the cover plate body 141 fitting against the bottom surface of the groove 1322. The reinforcing rib structure 142 is disposed on a first surface 1411 of the cover plate body 141 facing the bottom surface of the groove 1322, and is located within the orthographic projection of the operating port 1321 onto the first surface 1411. The reinforcing rib structure 142 protrudes from the first surface 1411 toward the interior of the receiving cavity 131. This avoids interference between the placement of the reinforcing rib structure 142 and the assembly of the cover plate structure 14, thereby improving the stability of the cover plate body 141 in the assembled position.

[0037] In this embodiment, by setting the reinforcing rib structure 142, the structural strength of the cover plate body 141 is improved, and damage such as cracking of the cover plate body 141 is avoided, thereby improving the reliability of the handlebar assembly 10.

[0038] Continue to refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4 In one embodiment, the cover structure 14 further includes a positioning part 143, which is used to position the assembly position of the cover structure 14. Exemplarily, the positioning part 143 may be in the form of a snap-fit ​​and slot, a positioning post and slot, or other structural forms such as a foolproof structure; no specific limitation is made thereto. By setting the positioning part 143 to position the assembly position of the cover structure 14, the convenience of assembling the cover structure 14 is improved, thereby enhancing the user experience.

[0039] Continue to refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4In one embodiment, the wall of the accommodating cavity 131 includes a first region 1311 connected to the edge of the operating port 1321. The positioning part 143 includes a first plate-like structure 1431 disposed on the first surface 1411. When the cover structure 14 is in the assembled position, at least a portion of the first plate-like structure 1431 is in contact with the wall of the accommodating cavity 131 located in the first region 1311, thereby playing a foolproof positioning role and facilitating the assembly of the cover structure 14. Exemplarily, only a portion of the first plate-like structure 1431 may be in contact with the surface of the accommodating cavity 131 located in the first region 1311, or the entire structure of the first plate-like structure 1431 may be in contact with the surface of the accommodating cavity 131 located in the first region 1311. This arrangement simplifies the structure of the positioning part 143, making it easier to manufacture and process.

[0040] like Figure 3 As shown, in one embodiment, the wall of the accommodating cavity 131 further includes a second region facing the operating port 1321. A mounting groove 133 is provided on the surface of the accommodating cavity 131 in the second region. The opening of the mounting groove 133 is opposite to the operating port 1321. The handlebar 11 is inserted into the mounting groove 133, and a portion of the handlebar 11 protrudes outward from the opening of the mounting groove 133. This design allows for the fixation of the handlebar 11 within the accommodating cavity 131, thereby improving the stability of the handlebar 11 and further enhancing the reliability of the handlebar assembly 10 and the vehicle equipped with it. Furthermore, compared to providing mounting holes inside the accommodating cavity 131, fixing the handlebar 11 using the mounting groove 133 reduces the processing difficulty of the front end structure 13, facilitating its production and processing.

[0041] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, in one embodiment, the handlebar assembly 10 further includes a clamping part 15, which is fixed between the handlebar tube 11 and the cover plate structure 14. The clamping part 15 is used to press against the portion of the handlebar tube 11 that protrudes from the groove of the mounting groove 133. Exemplarily, the clamping part 15 can be made of an elastic material or a pressure block structure, etc., and is not specifically limited thereto, as long as it can press against the handlebar tube 11. By setting the clamping part 15 to press against the portion of the handlebar tube 11 that protrudes from the groove of the mounting groove 133, the handlebar tube 11 is prevented from falling out of the mounting groove 133, thereby further improving the stability of the handlebar tube 11 and the reliability of the handlebar assembly 10.

[0042] Continue to refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4In one embodiment, the clamping part 15 includes a block structure 151, which includes a second surface 1511 and a third surface 1512 facing away from each other. A limiting groove 1513 is provided on the second surface 1511, and the portion of the horizontal tube 11 protruding from the groove of the mounting groove 133 is embedded in the limiting groove 1513. The third surface 1512 is in contact with the surface of the cover plate structure 14 facing the receiving cavity 131. The cover plate structure 14 presses against the block structure 151, and simultaneously, the block structure 151 presses against the portion of the horizontal tube 11 protruding from the groove of the mounting groove 133. Thus, while clamping the horizontal tube 11, it also clamps the block structure 151, preventing displacement of the block structure 151. This configuration simplifies the structure of the clamping part 15, making it easy to manufacture, process, and assemble.

[0043] Continue to refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4 In one embodiment, the clamping part 15 further includes a first fixing part 152, which is used to fix the block structure 151 within the receiving cavity 131. Exemplarily, the first fixing part 152 may be in the form of an adhesive layer (double-sided tape, backing adhesive, etc.), a screw, or the like. By providing the fixing part, displacement of the block structure 151 that could cause the cross tube 11 to detach from the mounting groove 133 can be further prevented, thereby further improving the reliability of the handlebar assembly 10.

[0044] Continue to refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4 In one embodiment, the block structure 151 further includes side surfaces with their two ends respectively connected to the second surface 1511 and the third surface 1512. The first fixing part 152 includes at least one second plate-shaped structure 1521 disposed on the side surface. Exemplarily, only one second plate-shaped structure 1521 may be disposed on the side surface of the first fixing part 152, or multiple second plate-shaped structures 1521 may be disposed, such as two or three. The second plate-shaped structure 1521 can provide an assembly platform for screw fastening. The second plate-shaped structure 1521 is connected to the wall of the receiving cavity 131 by at least one first screw. Exemplarily, each second plate-shaped structure 1521 may be connected to the wall of the receiving cavity 131 by only one first screw, or multiple first screws may be connected to the wall of the receiving cavity 131 as needed. This arrangement makes the structure of the first fixing part 152 simple and facilitates production, processing and assembly.

[0045] Continue to refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4In one embodiment, the clamping part 15 further includes a limiting part, which is used to restrict the movement direction of the handlebar tube 11. Exemplarily, the limiting part can be in the form of a columnar structure cooperating with a hole-like structure, or it can be in the form of a snap-fit ​​or a slot, etc., without specific limitation. By limiting the movement direction of the handlebar tube 11 by the limiting part, displacement of the handlebar tube 11 is prevented, which would cause sliding within the mounting groove 133 and affect the normal use of the handlebar assembly 10, thereby improving the safety of the handlebar assembly 10 and the vehicle equipped with it.

[0046] Continue to refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4 In one embodiment, the limiting part includes a limiting post 153 disposed in the limiting groove 1513, and a limiting hole 111 is provided on the cross tube 11 corresponding to the position of the limiting post 153. When the pressing part 15 is assembled on the front structure 13, part of the limiting post 153 extends into the limiting hole 111, thereby limiting the cross tube 11. This design makes the structure of the limiting part simple and easy to manufacture and process.

[0047] In one embodiment, the handlebar assembly 10 further includes a second fixing part for fixing the cover structure 14 to the operating port 1321. Exemplarily, the second fixing part can also be in the form of an adhesive layer (double-sided tape, adhesive backing, etc.), screws, etc. By providing the second fixing part to fix the cover structure 14 to the operating port 1321, the stability of the cover structure 14 in the operating port 1321 can be improved, preventing the cover structure 14 from falling off due to external forces, thereby further improving the reliability of the handlebar assembly 10.

[0048] In one embodiment, the second fixing part is a second screw. The second screw passes through the clamping part 15 from the surface of the cover plate structure 14 away from the receiving cavity 131 and is threadedly connected to the clamping part 15, so that the cover plate structure 14 is fixed to the operating port 1321. Since the clamping part 15 is fixed to the receiving cavity 131 by the first screw, and the cover plate structure 14 is connected to the clamping part 15 by the second screw, the cover plate structure 14 is fixed. In this way, the stability of the connection between the cover plate structure 14, the clamping part 15, and the front structure 13 can be further improved, so that the reliability of the handlebar assembly 10 can be further improved.

[0049] This design simplifies the structure of the second fixing part and improves the ease of assembling the cover plate structure 14.

[0050] In one embodiment, the front structure 13 is provided with a connecting channel for the handlebar stem 12, combined with Figure 3A connecting hole 112 is provided at the port of the connecting channel corresponding to the horizontal tube 11. The wire harness (such as brake cable) in the horizontal tube 11 is passed from the connecting hole 112 through the connecting channel into the stem tube 12. In this way, the wiring of the wire harness in the horizontal tube 11 is realized inside the stem tube 12, thereby realizing the hidden design of the wire harness and further improving the aesthetic appearance of the handlebar assembly 10.

[0051] An exemplary embodiment of this disclosure provides a vehicle, which may include motor vehicles and non-motor vehicles. Motor vehicles include two-wheeled motorcycles, three-wheeled motor vehicles (e.g., three-wheeled motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, etc.). Non-motor vehicles include bicycles, two-wheeled scooters, tricycles that are entirely driven by human power, or electric tricycles, electric two-wheeled bicycles, electric two-wheeled scooters, or two-wheeled vehicles with folding functions that are powered by batteries.

[0052] The vehicle includes the handlebar assembly 10 as described above. For example... Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the handlebar assembly 10 includes a handlebar cross tube 11 and a handlebar stem 12, which are connected by a front end structure 13. The bottom wall 132 of the front end structure 13 has an operating port 1321 communicating with a receiving cavity 131. The operating port 1321 is used for disassembling, assembling, or repairing components within the receiving cavity 131. The handlebar assembly 10 also includes a cover plate structure 14 disposed at the operating port 1321, which is used to seal the operating port 1321. Sealing the operating port 1321 by the cover plate structure 14 improves the integrity of the bottom wall 132 of the front end structure 13, thereby enhancing the overall aesthetic appearance of the front end structure 13. Furthermore, it prevents debris from entering the receiving cavity 131 and damaging the internal structure of the front end structure 13, thus improving the reliability of the handlebar assembly 10 and the vehicle equipped with it. It also prevents the internal structure of the front structure 13 from falling out of the operating port 1321, thus effectively preventing the loss of internal parts of the front structure 13.

[0053] In this embodiment, by employing the handlebar assembly 10 as described above, the number of openings on the front 134 of the front structure 13 can be reduced. This not only improves the integrity and aesthetics of the front structure 13's appearance, but also, because the operating port 1321 is located on the bottom wall 132 of the front structure 13, water will not enter the interior of the front structure 13 through this operating port 1321, thus effectively improving the waterproof performance of the front structure 13. Furthermore, while improving the waterproof performance of the front structure 13, no additional waterproof auxiliary materials are required, thereby reducing the complexity of the front structure 13 and improving its production efficiency.

[0054] In one embodiment, the vehicle is an electric scooter. Exemplarily, the electric scooter may be a non-folding scooter, a folding scooter, etc. In this embodiment, by employing the aforementioned handlebar assembly 10, the number of openings on the front 134 of the front structure 13 can be reduced. This not only improves the integrity and aesthetics of the front structure 13's appearance, but also, because the operating port 1321 is located on the bottom wall 132 of the front structure 13, water will not enter the interior of the front structure 13 through this operating port 1321, thereby effectively improving the waterproof performance of the front structure 13. Furthermore, while improving the waterproof performance of the front structure 13, no additional waterproof auxiliary materials are required, thus reducing the complexity of the front structure 13 and improving its production efficiency.

[0055] Other embodiments of this disclosure will readily occur to those skilled in the art upon consideration of the specification and practice of the invention disclosed herein. This application is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of this disclosure that follow the general principles of this disclosure and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not disclosed herein. The specification and examples are to be considered exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of this disclosure are indicated by the following claims.

[0056] It should be understood that this disclosure is not limited to the precise structures described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes can be made without departing from its scope. The scope of this disclosure is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A handlebar assembly, characterized in that, The handlebar assembly (10) includes a handlebar cross tube (11) and a handlebar stem tube (12). The handlebar cross tube (11) and the handlebar stem tube (12) are connected by a handlebar head structure (13). The handlebar head structure (13) has an internal cavity (131). The bottom wall (132) of the handlebar head structure (13) is provided with an operating port (1321) that communicates with the cavity (131). The handlebar assembly (10) also includes a cover plate structure (14) disposed on the operating port (1321). The cover plate structure (14) is used to block the operating port (1321).

2. The handlebar assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer surface of the bottom wall (132) is provided with a groove (1322), the operation port (1321) is located on the bottom surface of the groove (1322), and at least part of the cover plate structure (14) is embedded in the groove (1322).

3. The handlebar assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The cover plate structure (14) includes: The cover plate body (141) is embedded in the groove (1322), and part of the cover plate body (141) is attached to the bottom surface of the groove (1322); A reinforcing rib structure (142) is disposed on the first surface (1411) of the cover plate body (141) facing the bottom surface of the groove (1322), and is located within the orthographic projection of the operating port (1321) on the first surface (1411). The reinforcing rib structure (142) protrudes from the first surface (1411) toward the interior of the receiving cavity (131).

4. The handlebar assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that, The cover plate structure (14) also includes: Positioning part (143) is used to position the assembly position of the cover plate structure (14).

5. The handlebar assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that, The wall of the accommodating cavity (131) includes a first region (1311) connected to the edge of the operating port (1321). The positioning part (143) is a first plate-shaped structure (1431). The first plate-shaped structure (1431) is disposed on the first surface (1411). In the assembled position, at least a portion of the first plate-shaped structure (1431) is in contact with the wall of the accommodating cavity (131) located in the first region (1311).

6. The handlebar assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The wall of the accommodating cavity (131) also includes a second region facing the operating port (1321). The surface of the accommodating cavity (131) located in the second region is provided with a mounting groove (133). The opening of the mounting groove (133) is opposite to the operating port (1321). The horizontal tube (11) passes through the mounting groove (133), and part of the horizontal tube (11) protrudes outward from the opening of the mounting groove (133).

7. The handlebar assembly according to claim 6, characterized in that, The handlebar assembly (10) also includes: A pressing part (15) is fixed between the handlebar tube (11) and the cover plate structure (14). The pressing part (15) is used to press against the part of the handlebar tube (11) that protrudes from the groove of the mounting groove (133).

8. The handlebar assembly according to claim 7, characterized in that, The pressing part (15) includes a block structure (151), which includes a second surface (1511) and a third surface (1512) facing away from each other. A limiting groove (1513) is provided on the second surface (1511). The part of the horizontal tube (11) protruding from the groove of the mounting groove (133) is embedded in the limiting groove (1513). The third surface (1512) is in contact with the surface of the cover plate structure (14) facing the receiving cavity (131).

9. The handlebar assembly according to claim 8, characterized in that, The clamping part (15) further includes: The first fixing part (152) is used to fix the block structure (151) in the accommodating cavity (131).

10. The handlebar assembly (10) according to claim 9, characterized in that, The block structure (151) further includes side surfaces that are respectively connected at both ends to the second surface (1511) and the third surface (1512). The first fixing part (152) includes at least one second plate structure (1521) disposed on the side surface. The second plate structure (1521) is connected to the wall of the accommodating cavity (131) by at least one first screw.

11. The handlebar assembly according to claim 8, characterized in that, The clamping part (15) further includes: A limiting part is provided to restrict the movement of the handle (11).

12. The handlebar assembly according to claim 11, characterized in that, The limiting part includes a limiting post (153) disposed in the limiting groove (1513), and the horizontal tube (11) is provided with a limiting hole (111) corresponding to the position of the limiting post (153), and part of the limiting post (153) extends into the limiting hole (111).

13. The handlebar assembly according to claim 7, characterized in that, The handlebar assembly (10) also includes: The second fixing part is used to fix the cover plate structure (14) to the operating port (1321).

14. The handlebar assembly according to claim 13, characterized in that, The second fixing part is a second screw. The second screw passes through the pressing part (15) from the surface of the cover structure (14) away from the receiving cavity (131) and is threadedly connected to the pressing part (15) so that the cover structure (14) is fixed to the operating port (1321).

15. A vehicle, characterized in that, The vehicle includes a handlebar assembly (10) as described in any one of claims 1 to 14.

16. The vehicle according to claim 15, characterized in that, The vehicle in question is an electric scooter.

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