Bicycle operating device and bicycle seat support device

Abstract

Bicycle operating device comprising: comprising a basic member (40): a first end section (46) designed to be coupled to a steering rod (B2), which is designed as a drop steering rod, in an assembly state in which the bicycle actuation device is mounted to the steering rod (B2); a second end section (48) opposite or standing opposite the first end section (46); and a gripping section (50) which is / will be provided between the first end section (46) and the second end section (48); a brake actuating element (42) which is / will be movably coupled to the base element (40) in order to actuate a brake device (B7); and a first actuating element (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) which is / will be movably coupled to the base element (40) between a first rest position (P21; P1021; P9512) and a first actuated position (P22; P322; P1022; P1151) in order to move a first mechanical control cable (C1) relative to the base element (40), wherein the first actuating element (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) is movable relative to the base element (40) between the first rest position (P21; P1021; P9512) and the first actuated position (P22; P322; P1022; P1151), without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable (C1) relative to the base element (40) during a movement of the first actuating element (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) occurring between the first rest position (P21; P1021; P9512) and the first actuated position (P22; P322; P1022; P1151).

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED REGISTRATIONS

[0001] The present invention claims priority from US patent application No. 14 / 956,738, filed on December 2, 2015, and from US patent application No. 15 / 140,562, filed on April 28, 2016. The contents of these applications are hereby incorporated herein in full by reference. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION AREA OF THE INVENTION

[0002] The present invention relates to a bicycle actuation device and a bicycle seat support device. BACKGROUND DISCUSSION

[0003] Cycling is becoming an increasingly popular form of recreation and transportation. It has also become a very popular competitive sport for both amateurs and professionals. Whether the bicycle is used for recreation, transportation, or competition, the bicycle industry has constantly improved various bicycle components. One bicycle component that has been extensively redesigned is the bicycle's actuation mechanism.

[0004] DE 10 2014 017 997 A1 describes a bicycle control device comprising a base element, an actuating element and a switching unit.

[0005] DE 20 2015 002 728 U1 describes an actuating device comprising a base element, a lever element, a pivot element, an adjusting element and a preload element.

[0006] DE 20 2014 106 147 U1 describes a wireless bicycle communication device comprising an information receiver which is designed to receive first information and second information from a first bicycle component and a second bicycle component.

[0007] DE 10 2015 202 987 A1 discloses a bicycle actuation device comprising a base component and an actuation component. The actuation component is configured such that, relative to the base component, it can be moved from a rest position to a first actuation position along a first path such that the actuation cable is pulled a first degree of movement in the cable actuation direction relative to the base component. The actuation component is configured such that, relative to the base component, it can be moved from the rest position to a second actuation position along a second path such that the actuation cable is pulled a second degree of movement in the cable actuation direction relative to the base component. The second path differs at least partially from the first path. The second degree of movement differs from the first degree of movement. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0008] According to a first aspect of the present invention, a bicycle actuation device comprises a base element, a brake actuation element, and a first actuating element. The base element comprises a first end section, a second end section, and a gripping section. The first end section is configured to be coupled to a handlebar, which is designed as a drop handlebar, in an assembly state in which the bicycle actuation device is / is mounted to the handlebar. The second end section is opposite the first end section. The gripping section is provided between the first end section and the second end section. The brake actuation element is movably coupled to the base element to actuate a brake device.The first actuating element is movably coupled to the base element between a first rest position and an actuated position in order to move a mechanical control cable relative to the base element. The first actuating element is movable relative to the base element between the first rest position and the actuated position without mechanically positioning the mechanical control cable relative to the base element during any movement of the first actuating element between the first rest position and the actuated position.

[0009] In the case of the bicycle actuation device according to the first aspect, it is possible to easily actuate a bicycle component using the first actuation link via the mechanical control cable in addition to the braking device.

[0010] According to a second aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device according to the first aspect is designed in such a way that the first end section is designed to be coupled to a bending section of the handlebar in the assembly state in which the bicycle actuation device is / will be mounted to the handlebar.

[0011] With the bicycle actuation device according to the second aspect, it is possible to use the bicycle actuation device for a drop handlebar.

[0012] According to a third aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is designed according to the first or second aspect such that the brake actuation element is pivotably coupled to the base element with respect to a brake pivot axis. The first actuation element is pivotably coupled to the base element with respect to a first pivot axis which is not parallel to the brake pivot axis.

[0013] In the bicycle actuation device according to the third aspect, it is easily possible to distinguish between actuation of the first actuation element and actuation of the brake actuation element. This can improve the usability of the bicycle actuation device.

[0014] According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is designed according to one of the first to third aspects in such a way that the first actuating element is / will be pivotably coupled to the brake actuating element in order to be / be movably coupled to the base element.

[0015] In the bicycle actuation device according to the fourth aspect, it is possible to position the first actuating element near the brake actuating element. This can improve the operability of the bicycle actuation device.

[0016] According to a fifth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is designed according to one of the first to fourth aspects in such a way that the brake actuation element is integrally formed with the first actuation element as a one-piece unit element.

[0017] In the case of the bicycle actuation device according to the fifth aspect, it is possible to simplify the structure of the bicycle actuation device.

[0018] According to a sixth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is configured according to one of the first to fifth aspects such that the base member includes a first side surface which is oriented towards a transverse direction of a bicycle in the assembled state. The first actuation member is provided on the first side surface.

[0019] In the case of the bicycle actuation device according to the sixth aspect, it is possible to improve the operability of the first actuating element using the fingers of the user or operator.

[0020] According to a seventh aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is designed according to the sixth aspect in such a way that the first side surface is directed towards a transverse median plane of the bicycle in the assembly state.

[0021] In the case of the bicycle actuation device according to the seventh aspect, it is possible to improve the operability of the first actuation element using the thumb of the user.

[0022] According to an eighth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is designed according to one of the first to seventh aspects such that the brake actuation element includes a first end which is pivotably coupled to the base element. The first actuation element is closer to the first end section of the base element than the first end of the brake actuation element.

[0023] In the bicycle actuation device according to aspect eight, it is possible to position the first actuating element closer to the handlebars than the brake actuating element. This can improve the operability of the bicycle actuation device.

[0024] According to a ninth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is designed according to one of the first to eighth aspects in such a way that the first end section of the base member is designed to be coupled to a left part of the handlebar in the assembly state.

[0025] In the bicycle control device according to the ninth aspect, this arrangement of the first end section allows the user to operate the bicycle control device using their left hand. Consequently, it is possible to effectively use a lower user frequency with the left hand than with the right hand.

[0026] According to a tenth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is configured according to the ninth aspect such that the base member includes a first side surface which is directed towards a transverse median plane of the bicycle in the assembled state. The first actuation member is provided on the first side surface.

[0027] In the case of the bicycle actuation device according to the tenth aspect, it is possible to improve the operability of the first actuation element using the fingers of the user or operator.

[0028] According to an eleventh aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is designed according to one of the first to tenth aspects in such a way that the bicycle actuation device is free of a switching actuation structure in order to actuate a switching change device.

[0029] In the case of the bicycle actuation device according to the eleventh aspect, it is possible to provide the first actuation element instead of the shifting actuation structure. This can prevent the size of the bicycle actuation device from being increased or enlarged.

[0030] According to a twelfth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is designed according to one of the first to eleventh aspects in such a way that the first actuating element is designed to be removable or detachable and mounted on a section of the brake actuating element and the base element.

[0031] In the bicycle actuation device according to the twelfth aspect, it is possible to fasten or detach the first actuating element from or to one of the base element and the brake actuating element as necessary.

[0032] According to a thirteenth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device according to any of the first to twelfth aspects further comprises a cable fastening structure which is movably coupled to one of the brake actuation element and the base element in order to transmit a movement of the first actuation element to the mechanical control cable without mechanically positioning the mechanical control cable relative to the base element.

[0033] In the bicycle actuation device according to the thirteenth aspect, it is possible to transmit the movement of the first actuating element to the mechanical control cable via the cable actuation structure. This can improve the design freedom or construction freedom of the arrangement of the first actuating element.

[0034] According to a fourteenth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is designed according to the thirteenth aspect in such a way that the first actuating element and the cable actuating structure are / are detachably mounted on a part separate from the brake actuating element and the base element.

[0035] In the bicycle actuation device according to the fourteenth aspect, it is possible to attach or detach the first actuating element from and from one of the base element and the brake actuating element as necessary.

[0036] According to a fifteenth aspect, the bicycle actuation device, as defined in any of the first fourteenth aspects, further comprises a second actuating element and a cable actuation structure. The second actuating element is movably coupled to the base element. The cable actuation structure includes a cable control body and a positioning structure. The cable control body is designed to be coupled to the second actuating element in order to move a second mechanical control cable relative to the base element in a pull direction and a release direction, opposite to the pull direction, in response to a movement of the second actuating element. The positioning structure is designed to selectively hold the cable control body in a variety of control positions.

[0037] In the bicycle actuation device according to the fifteenth aspect, it is possible to actuate an additional bicycle component in a multitude of positions corresponding to the multitude of control positions using the second actuating element.

[0038] According to a sixteenth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is designed according to the fifteenth aspect in such a way that one of the first actuating element and the second actuating element are provided integrally with the brake actuating element as a one-piece unit element.

[0039] In the case of the bicycle actuation device according to the sixteenth aspect, it is possible to simplify the structure of the bicycle actuation device.

[0040] According to a seventeenth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is designed according to the fifteenth aspect such that the second actuating element is provided integrally with the brake actuating element as a single, one-piece unit. The second actuating element is pivotably coupled to the base element with respect to a second pivot axis, which is not parallel to the brake pivot axis.

[0041] In the bicycle actuation device according to the seventeenth aspect, it is possible to distinguish the movement of the second actuation element from the movement of the brake actuation element, even if the second actuation element is integrally provided with the brake actuation element as a single, one-piece unit. This allows the user to easily distinguish each movement from the brake actuation element and the movement of the second actuation element with a simplified structure of the bicycle actuation device.

[0042] According to an eighteenth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is designed according to one of the fifteenth to seventeenth aspects such that the second actuating element is provided integrally with the brake actuating element as a single, one-piece unit. The base element comprises a first side surface which faces a transverse direction of a bicycle in the assembled state. The first actuating element is provided on the first side surface.

[0043] In the bicycle actuation device according to the eighteenth aspect, it is possible to actuate the first actuating element using the thumb of the user.

[0044] According to a nineteenth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is configured according to one of the fifteenth to eighteenth aspects such that the second actuating element is movable relative to the base element in a first direction. The cable control body is configured to pull the second mechanical control cable when the second actuating element is moved relative to the base element in the first direction. The cable control body is configured to release the second mechanical control cable when the second actuating element is moved relative to the base element in the first direction.

[0045] In the bicycle actuation device according to the nineteenth aspect, it is possible to pull and release the second mechanical control cable in order to actuate an additional bicycle component with a simple actuation of the second actuating link.

[0046] According to a twentieth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is configured according to one of the fifteenth to nineteenth aspects such that the second actuating element is movable relative to the base element in a first direction to provide a first movement. The positioning structure is coupled to the second actuating element to move the cable control body such that the second mechanical control cable is moved alternately in the pull direction and the release direction, or release direction, or trigger direction, or output direction in response to the first movement of the second actuating element.

[0047] In the bicycle actuation device according to the twentieth aspect, it is possible to move the second mechanical control cable alternately in the pulling direction and the releasing direction with a simple actuation of the second actuating element.

[0048] According to a twenty-first aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is configured according to one of the fifteenth to twentieth aspects such that the second actuating element is movable relative to the base element in a first direction to provide a first movement and a first additional movement, different from the first movement. The positioning structure is coupled to the second actuating element to move the cable control body such that the second mechanical control cable is moved in the release direction in response to the first movement of the second actuating element. The positioning structure is coupled to the second actuating element to move the cable control body such that the second mechanical control cable is moved in the pull direction in response to the first additional movement of the second actuating element.

[0049] In the bicycle actuation device according to aspect twenty-first, it is possible to move the second mechanical control cable in the pulling direction and the releasing direction with a simple actuation of the second actuating element.

[0050] According to a twenty-second aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is designed according to one of the fifteenth to twenty-first aspects in such a way that the positioning structure is coupled to the cable control body in order to position the cable control body relative to the base member at each of a first control position and a second control position relative to the base member.

[0051] In the bicycle actuation device according to the twenty-second aspect, it is possible to actuate an additional bicycle component having positions corresponding to the first and second control positions via the second mechanical control cable.

[0052] According to a twenty-third aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is designed according to one of the fifteenth to twenty-second aspects in such a way that the positioning structure is coupled to the cable control body in order to position the cable control body relative to the base element at each of at least three control positions relative to the base element.

[0053] In the bicycle actuation device according to the twenty-third aspect, it is possible to actuate an additional bicycle component having at least three positions, each corresponding to the at least three control positions, via the second mechanical control cable.

[0054] According to a twenty-fourth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is configured according to one of the fifteenth to twenty-third aspects such that the second actuating element is movable relative to the base element in a first direction to provide a first movement and is movable relative to the base element in a second direction to provide a second movement, different from the first movement. The second direction is different from the first direction. The positioning structure is coupled to the second actuating element to move the cable control body from one of the control positions to another of the control positions in a first control direction, such that the second mechanical control cable is pulled in response to the first movement of the second actuating element.The positioning structure is coupled to the second actuator to move the cable control body from one of the control positions to another in a second control direction, such that the second mechanical control cable is released, disengaged, or triggered in response to the second movement of the second actuator. The second control direction is opposite to the first control direction.

[0055] In the bicycle actuation device according to the twenty-fourth aspect, it is possible to move the second mechanical control cable in the pulling direction and the releasing direction with a simple actuation of the second actuating element.

[0056] According to a twenty-fifth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is designed according to the twenty-fourth aspect such that the first direction is opposite to the second direction.

[0057] In the bicycle actuation device according to the twenty-fifth aspect, it is possible to easily recognize each of the first direction and the second direction of the second actuating element.

[0058] According to a twenty-sixth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is configured according to one of the fifteenth to twenty-fifth aspects such that the first actuating element is movable relative to the base element from the first rest position to the first actuated position in a first direction. The second actuating element is movably coupled to the base element from a second rest position to a second actuated position in the first direction.

[0059] In the bicycle actuation device according to the twenty-sixth aspect, it is possible to actuate the additional bicycle component using a simple actuation of the first actuating element and the second actuating element.

[0060] According to a twenty-seventh aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device according to one of the fifteenth to twenty-sixth aspects further comprises an additional cable actuation structure coupled to the first actuating element and the second actuating element to move the first mechanical control cable from a first cable rest position relative to the base element in response to a movement of only one of the first actuating element and the second actuating element. The additional cable actuation structure is coupled to the first actuating element and the second actuating element to maintain or retain a position of the first mechanical control cable at the first cable rest position relative to the base element in response to a movement of the second actuating element.

[0061] In the bicycle actuation device according to the twenty-seventh aspect, it is possible to perform different actuations of the first mechanical control cable using the first actuating element and the second actuating element.

[0062] According to a twenty-eighth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is configured according to the twenty-seventh aspect such that the first actuating element comprises a first longitudinal axis and a first length defined along the first longitudinal axis. The second actuating element comprises a second longitudinal axis and a second length defined along the second longitudinal axis. The first length is different from the second length.

[0063] In the bicycle actuation device according to the twenty-eighth aspect, it is possible to easily identify the first actuating element and the second actuating element based on the length of the first and the length of the second.

[0064] According to a twenty-ninth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is configured according to the twenty-seventh or twenty-eighth aspect such that one of the first actuating element and the second actuating element is closer to the first end section of the base element than the other of the first and the second actuating element.

[0065] In the bicycle actuation device according to the twenty-ninth aspect, it is possible to easily identify the first actuating element and the second actuating element due to the arrangement of the first actuating element and the second actuating element.

[0066] According to a thirtieth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device, according to one of the fifteenth to twenty-ninth aspects, further comprises an additional cable actuation structure coupled to the first actuating element and the second actuating element to hold or maintain a position of the first mechanical control cable from a first cable rest position relative to the base element in response to a movement of only one of the first actuating element and the second actuating element. The additional cable actuation structure is coupled to the first actuating element and the second actuating element to move the first mechanical control cable at the first cable rest position relative to the base element in response to a movement of the first actuating element.

[0067] In the bicycle actuation device according to the thirtieth aspect, it is possible to perform different actuations of the first mechanical control cable using the first actuating element and the second actuating element.

[0068] According to a thirty-first aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is configured according to the thirtieth aspect such that the first actuating element comprises a first longitudinal axis and a first length defined along the first longitudinal axis. The second actuating element comprises a second longitudinal axis and a second length defined along the second longitudinal axis. The first length is different from the second length.

[0069] In the case of the bicycle actuation device according to the thirty-first aspect, it is possible to easily identify the first actuating element and the second actuating element based on the length of the first and the length of the second.

[0070] According to a thirty-second aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is designed according to the thirtieth or thirty-first aspect in such a way that the first actuating element and the second actuating element are closer to the first end section of the base element than the other is to the first actuating element and the second actuating element.

[0071] In the bicycle actuation device according to aspect thirty-second, it is possible to easily identify the first actuating element and the second actuating element due to the arrangement of the first actuating element and the second actuating element.

[0072] According to a thirty-third aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device according to any of the first to thirty-second aspects further comprises a second actuating element and a cable actuation structure. The second actuating element is movably coupled to the base element. The cable actuation structure includes a cable control body, which is configured to be coupled to the second actuating element in order to move a second mechanical control cable relative to the base element in a direction of pull and a release direction, or trigger direction, or output direction, opposite to the pull direction, in response to a movement of the second actuating element.The cable control body is coupled to one of the brake actuating element and the first actuating element to move the second mechanical control cable relative to the base element in the other direction of pull and release in response to a movement of one of the brake actuating element and the first actuating element.

[0073] In the case of the bicycle actuation device according to the thirty-third aspect, it is possible to easily recognize a relationship between a direction (the pulling direction and the releasing direction) and an actuating element (the second actuating element and the brake actuating element or the first actuating element).

[0074] According to a thirty-fourth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device is configured according to the thirty-third aspect such that the base member includes a first side surface which is directed towards a transverse direction of a bicycle in the assembled state. The first actuation member is provided on the first side surface.

[0075] In the bicycle actuation device according to aspect thirty-four, it is possible to actuate the first actuating element using the thumb of the user.

[0076] According to a thirty-fifth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle actuation device according to the first aspect further comprises an electrical switch to actuate an electrical switching device.

[0077] In the bicycle actuation device according to aspect thirty-fifth, it is possible to actuate the electrical switching device in addition to the braking device and a mechanical bicycle component.

[0078] According to a thirty-sixth aspect of the present invention, a bicycle seatpost device comprises an adjustable seatpost assembly having an adjustable overall length, and a bicycle actuating device for actuating the adjustable seatpost assembly. The bicycle actuating device comprises a base element comprising a first end section, a second end section, and a gripping section. The first end section is configured to be coupled to a handlebar in a mounting state in which the bicycle actuating device is mounted to the handlebar, at a section of the handlebar spaced apart from an end section of the handlebar. The second end section is arranged opposite the first end section. The gripping section is provided between the first end section and the second end section.The bicycle actuation device further comprises a brake actuation element, which is pivotably coupled to the base element about a brake pivot axis in order to actuate a brake device, and a first actuation element, which is pivotably coupled to the base element about a first pivot axis. The first actuation element is designed as a seatpost actuation element and is movably coupled to the base element in order to actuate the adjustable seatpost assembly via a first mechanical control cable, wherein the first mechanical control cable extends from the bicycle actuation device to the adjustable seatpost assembly. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0079] A more complete appreciation of the invention and many of its associated advantages will become immediately apparent when it is better understood by referring to the following detailed description, when viewed in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Fig. Figure 1 is a perspective view of a bicycle including a bicycle seat support device according to a first embodiment. Fig. Figure 2 is a schematic view of the bicycle seat support device illustrated in Fig. 1 Fig. Figure 3 is a top view of a bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 1 with a handlebar. Fig. 4 is a schematic cross-sectional view of an adjustable seatpost assembly of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 1 with the bicycle operating device. Fig. Figure 5 is a perspective view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 1. Fig. Figure 6 is a side elevation view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 1. Fig. Figure 7 is a cross-sectional view of the bicycle actuation device along line VII-VII of Fig. 5. Fig. Figure 8 is a front view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 1. Fig. Figure 9 shows a structure of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 1. Fig. Figure 10 is a schematic view of a bicycle seat support device according to a second embodiment. Fig. Figure 11 is a side elevation view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 10. Fig. Figure 12 shows a front view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 10. Fig. Figure 13 shows a cross-sectional view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device, illustrated in Fig. 10. Fig. Figure 14 is a schematic view of a bicycle seat support device according to a third embodiment. Fig. Figure 15 shows a front view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 14. Fig. Figure 16 shows a top view of a bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seat support device, illustrated in Fig. 15 with a handlebar. Fig. Figure 17 is a side elevation view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device in Fig. 15. Fig. Figure 18 shows a structure of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 15. Fig. Figure 19 is a side elevation view of a bicycle actuation device of a bicycle seat support device according to a fourth embodiment. Fig. 20 is an enlarged partial view of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 19. Fig. Figure 21 shows a top view of the bicycle actuation device. Fig. 19 with a handlebar. Fig. Figure 22 is a schematic view of a bicycle seat support device according to a fifth embodiment. Fig. 23 is a side elevation view of a bicycle operating device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 22. Fig. Figure 24 is a schematic cross-sectional view of an adjustable seatpost assembly of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 22 with the bicycle operating device. Fig. Figure 25 is a schematic view of a bicycle seat support device according to a sixth embodiment. Fig. 26 is illustrated in a bicycle operating device of the bicycle seat support device. Fig. 25. Fig. Figure 27 is a schematic cross-sectional view of an adjustable seatpost assembly of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 25, with the bicycle operating device. Fig. Figure 28 is a schematic view of a bicycle seat support device according to a seventh embodiment. Fig. 29 is a side elevation view of a bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 28. Fig. Figure 30 is a schematic view of a bicycle seat support device according to an eighth embodiment. Fig. Figure 31 is a front view of a bicycle operating device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 30. Fig. Figure 32 is a front view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 30 with a first seatpost actuating element omitted. Fig. Figure 33 is a cross-sectional view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 30. Fig. Figure 34 is a schematic cross-sectional view of an adjustable seatpost assembly of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 30 with the bicycle operating device. Fig. Figure 35 is a schematic view of a bicycle seat support device according to a ninth embodiment. Fig. Figure 36 is a side elevation view of a bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 35. Fig. Figure 37 is a front view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 35. Fig. Figure 38 is a front view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 35 with one brake actuating element omitted. Fig. Figure 39 is a cross-sectional view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 35. Fig. Figure 40 is a perspective view of a cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 36. Fig. Figure 41 is a perspective view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 36, with a support structure omitted (first control position). Fig. Figure 42 shows a front view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 36. Fig. Figure 43 shows a front view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 36, with the supporting structure omitted. Fig. Figure 44 is a perspective view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 36 with the support structure omitted (second control position). Fig. Figure 45 shows a front view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 36, with the support structure omitted (second control position). Fig. Figure 46 is a perspective view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 36 with the support structure and a cable control body omitted. Fig. Figure 47 shows a front view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 36 with the support structure and cable control body omitted. Fig. Figure 48 is a perspective view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 36 with the support structure, the cable control body and a release element omitted. Fig. Figure 49 shows a front view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 36 with the support structure, the cable control body and the release element omitted. Fig. Figure 50 is a perspective view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 36, with the support structure, the cable control body, the release element and a first input element omitted. Fig. Figure 51 is a front view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 36, with the support structure, cable control body, release element and first input element omitted. Fig. Figures 52 to 54 illustrate front views of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device. Fig. 36, to illustrate a pull and release actuation of the bicycle actuation device for a first mechanical control cable. Fig. Figures 55 to 59 illustrate front views of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device. Fig. 36, to illustrate a pull actuation of the bicycle actuation device for a second mechanical control cable. Fig. Figures 60 to 64 illustrate front views of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device. Fig. 36, to represent a release actuation of the bicycle actuation device for the second mechanical control cable. Fig. Figure 65 is a schematic view of a bicycle seat support device according to a tenth embodiment. Fig. 66 is a side elevation view of a bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 65. Fig. 67 is a front view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 65. Fig. 68 is a front view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 65, with one brake actuating element omitted. Fig. 69 is a cross-sectional view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 65. Fig. Figure 70 is a perspective view of a cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 66. Fig. Figure 71 is a perspective view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 66, with a support structure omitted (first control position). Fig. Figure 72 shows a front view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 66. Fig. Figure 73 is a front view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 66, with the supporting structure omitted. Fig. Figure 74 is a perspective view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 66, with the support structure omitted (second control position) Fig. Figure 75 shows a front view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 66, with the support structure omitted (second control position). Fig. Figure 76 is a perspective view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 66, with the support structure and cable control body omitted. Fig. Figure 77 is a front view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 66, with the support structure and cable control body omitted. Fig. Figure 78 is a perspective view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 66, with the support structure, cable control body and release element omitted. Fig. Figure 79 shows a front view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 66, with the support structure, cable control body and release element omitted. Fig. Figure 80 is a perspective view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 66, with the support structure, cable control body, release element and first actuating element omitted. Fig. Figure 81 is a front view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 66, with the support structure, cable control body, release element and first actuating element omitted. Fig. Figure 82 is another perspective view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device, with the support structure, cable control body, release element and first actuating element omitted. Fig. Figures 83 to 87 illustrate front views of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device. Fig. 66, to illustrate a pull and release actuation of the bicycle actuation device for the first mechanical control cable. Fig. Figures 88 to 89 illustrate front views of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device. Fig. 66, to illustrate a pull actuation of the bicycle actuation device for the second mechanical control cable. Fig. Figures 90 to 93 illustrate front views of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device. Fig. 66, to represent a release actuation of the bicycle actuation device for the second mechanical control cable. Fig. Figure 94 is a schematic view of a bicycle seat support device according to an eleventh embodiment. Fig. 95 is a front view of a bicycle operating device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 94, to represent a second actuating element which is / will be actuated along a switching path. Fig. 96 is a side view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 94. Fig. Figure 97 shows a side view of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 96, to represent a brake actuating element which is / will actuate along a brake path. Fig. Figure 98 shows a side view of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 96, to represent a second actuating element which is / will be actuated along the switching path. Fig. Figure 99 shows a partial cross-sectional view of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 96. Fig. Figures 100 to 105 are cross-sectional views of a cable actuation structure at different stages of a cable release actuation. Fig. Figures 106 to 113 are cross-sectional views of the cable actuation structure at different stages of a cable pulling actuation. Fig. Figure 114 is a schematic view of a bicycle seat support device according to a twelfth embodiment. Fig. 115 is a front view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 114, to represent a second actuating element which is actuated along a switching path. Fig. Figure 116 shows a side view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device, illustrated in Fig. 114. Fig. Figure 117 is a schematic view of the bicycle seat support device according to a thirteenth embodiment. Fig. Figure 118 is a side elevation view of a bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 117. Fig. 119 is a front view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 117. Fig. Figure 120 is a front view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 117, with a brake actuating element removed. Fig. 121 is a cross-sectional view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 117. Fig. Figure 122 is a front view of the cable actuation structure and brake actuation element of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 119. Fig. Figure 123 shows a front view of the cable actuation structure and a second actuating element of the bicycle actuation device, illustrated in Fig. 119. Fig. Figure 124 shows a side view of the cable actuation structure, the brake actuation element and the second actuation element of the bicycle actuation device, illustrated in Fig. 119. Fig. Figure 125 shows a front view of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device, illustrated in Fig. 119. Fig. Figure 126 is a schematic view of a bicycle seat support device according to a fourteenth embodiment. Fig. 127 is a side elevation view of a bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 126. Fig. Figure 128 is a cross-sectional view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seat support device 12 illustrated in Fig. 126. Fig. Figure 129 shows a front view of the bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device illustrated in Fig. 126, with a brake actuating element removed. Fig. Figure 130 is a perspective exploded view of a cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 128. Fig. Figure 131 is a perspective exploded view of a cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device illustrated in Fig. 128. Fig. Figures 132 to 135 illustrate front views of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device. Fig. 128, to illustrate a pull actuation of the bicycle actuation device for the second mechanical control cable. Fig. Figures 136 to 143 illustrate front views of the cable actuation structure of the bicycle actuation device. Fig. 128, to represent a release actuation of the bicycle actuation device for the second mechanical control cable. Fig. Figure 144 is a schematic view of a bicycle seat support device according to a fifteenth embodiment. Fig. Figure 145 shows a cross-sectional view of a bicycle actuation device of the bicycle seatpost device, illustrated in Fig. 144. DESCRIPTION OF THE EXECUTION FORMS

[0080] The embodiments are now described with reference to the attached drawings, where similar reference numerals denote corresponding or identical elements across the different drawings. First embodiment

[0081] Firstly, referring to Fig. In Figure 1, a bicycle 10 includes a bicycle seatpost device 12 according to a first embodiment. The bicycle seatpost device 12 comprises an adjustable seatpost assembly 14 and a bicycle actuation device 16 for actuating the adjustable seatpost assembly 14. The seatpost assembly 14 has an adjustable overall length.

[0082] The bicycle 10 further comprises a bicycle frame B1, a handlebar B2, a saddle B3, a front wheel B4, a rear wheel B5, a brake assembly B6, a brake assembly B7, and a drive train B8. The adjustable seatpost assembly 14 is detachably mounted to a seat tube B11 of the bicycle frame B1. The bicycle actuation device 16 is mounted to the handlebar B2. The saddle B3 is attached to the adjustable seatpost assembly 14. In the illustrated embodiment, the brake assembly B6 includes a front brake, and the brake assembly B7 includes a rear brake. The adjustable seatpost assembly 14 can also be referred to as an additional bicycle component 14.

[0083] The drivetrain B8 is designed to convert the rider's pedaling power into propulsion power. The drivetrain B8 includes a front crankset B81, a rear chainring B82, a chain B83, and a rear derailleur B84. The front crankset B81 is rotatably mounted to a bottom bracket of the bicycle frame B1. While the front crankset B81 includes a single front chainring in this embodiment, the front crankset B81 can include multiple front chainrings. In such an embodiment, the bicycle 10 includes a front derailleur.

[0084] The rear chainring B82 is mounted to the rear axle of the rear wheel B5 and incorporates a variety of sprocket elements that define a variety of speed levels for the bicycle 10. The chain B83 connects the front crankset B81 to the rear chainring B82 to transfer pedal power from the front crankset B81 to the rear chainring B82. The rear derailleur B84 shifts the chain B83 laterally across the bicycle 10 to change one speed level among the various available speed levels.

[0085] In this embodiment, the following directional terms “front”, “back”, “forward”, “backward”, “left”, “right”, “across”, “upward”, and “downward”, as well as any similar directional terms, refer to directions determined by the rider, who is seated on a saddle B3 of the bicycle 10 and, for example, facing the handlebar B2. Accordingly, these terms, as used herein to describe the bicycle 10 including the bicycle seat support device 12, should be interpreted as referring relative to the bicycle 10 as it is in an upright riding position on a horizontal surface, as shown in Fig. Figure 1 illustrates how the bicycle seatpost device 12 is used. These terms, as used herein to describe the bicycle seatpost device 12, should be interpreted relative to the bicycle seatpost device 12 as mounted on the bicycle 10, in use in an upright riding position on a horizontal surface, as shown in Figure 1. Fig. 1 illustrates.

[0086] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 2, the bicycle actuation device 16 is operatively connected to the adjustable seatpost assembly 14 via a first mechanical control cable C1. The bicycle actuation device 16 is operatively connected to the brake assembly B7 via a mechanical control cable C2. The bicycle 10 includes an additional bicycle actuation device 18. The additional bicycle actuation device 18 is operatively connected to the rear derailleur B84 via a mechanical control cable C3. The additional bicycle actuation device 18 is operatively connected to the brake assembly B6 via a mechanical control cable C4. Examples of the mechanical control cables C1 to C4 may include a Bowden cable.

[0087] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 3, the bicycle actuation device 16 is a left-hand actuation device. The bicycle actuation device 16 is mounted to a left part B21 of the handlebar B2 in an assembly state in which the bicycle actuation device 16 is mounted to the handlebar B2. The additional bicycle actuation device 18 is a right-hand actuation device. The additional bicycle actuation device 18 is mounted to a right part B22 of the handlebar B2 in an assembly state in which the bicycle actuation device 16 is mounted to the handlebar B2. The bicycle actuation device 16 is provided on a left side of a transverse center plane CP1 of the bicycle in an assembly state when a transverse center of the handlebar B2 is provided on the transverse center plane CP1.The additional bicycle actuation device 18 is provided on a right side of the transverse center plane CP1 of the bicycle 10, in a mounting state when the transverse center of the handlebar B2 is provided on the transverse center plane CP1. The transverse center plane CP1 is defined at a center of the bicycle frame B1 in a transverse direction D1 of the bicycle 10.

[0088] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 4, the adjustable seatpost assembly 14 comprises a first tube 20, a second tube 22, a floating piston 24, a rod 26, a guide member 28, a flow control part 30, a valve unit 32, and an actuating structure 33. The flow control part 30 is operatively coupled to the first mechanical control cable C1 via the actuating structure 33. The valve unit 32 divides an internal bore of the first tube 20 into a first fluid chamber 34 and a second fluid chamber 36. The flow control part 30 is provided on the guide member 28 to move relative to the valve unit 32 between a closed position P31 and an open position P32. The flow control part 30 is biased towards the closed position P31 by a preload element (not shown). The valve unit 32 is closed when the flow control part 30 is positioned in the closed position P31.The valve unit 32 is open when the flow control part 30 is positioned in the open position P32. The actuating structure 33 converts a pulling or pulling motion of the first mechanical control cable C1 into an upward movement of the flow control part 30 from the closed position P31 to the open position P32. The first tube 20 and the second tube 22 are arranged telescopically such that the insertion depth of the first tube 20 into the second tube 22 is adjustable. The second tube 22 is inserted into the seat tube B11 (. Fig. 1) secured by a conventional clamping arrangement (not shown) which is provided at an upper end of the seat tube B11.

[0089] The valve unit 32 is coupled to the second tube 22 via the guide member 28, enabling them to move together relative to the first tube 20. The first fluid chamber 34 is located between the valve unit 32 and the floating piston 24. The second fluid chamber 36 is located between the valve unit 32 and a lower end of the first tube 20. The flow control element 30 interacts with the guide member 28 and the valve unit 32 to control the flow of fluid between the first fluid chamber 34 and the second fluid chamber 36, thereby changing the position of the first tube 20 relative to the second tube 22. When the valve unit 32 is closed, the first tube 20 is positioned relative to the second tube 22 in a telescopic direction D2. When the valve unit 32 is open, the first tube 20 is movable relative to the second tube 22 in a telescopic direction D2.The floating piston 24 is arranged in the inner bore of the first tube 20 and forms a gas chamber 38, which is located between the floating piston 24 and an upper end of the first tube 20. The shorter overall length of the adjustable seatpost assembly 14 increases the internal pressure of the gas chamber 38. Since the structures of the adjustable seatpost assembly 14 are known in the field of bicycles, they will not be described and / or illustrated in detail here for the sake of brevity.

[0090] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 5, the bicycle actuation device 16 comprises a base element 40, a brake actuation element 42, and a first actuation element 44. The first actuation element 44 can also be referred to as a seat post actuation element 44. The base element 40 comprises a first end section 46, a second end section 48, and a gripping section 50. The first end section 46 is designed to be coupled to the handlebar B2 in the assembly state in which the bicycle actuation device 16 is mounted to the handlebar B2. The second end section 48 is opposite to the first end section 46. The gripping section 50 is positioned between the first end section 46 and the second end section 48.

[0091] In this embodiment, the first end section 46 is configured to be coupled to a bending section 32 of the handlebar B2 in the assembly state in which the bicycle actuation device 16 is mounted to the handlebar B2. However, the first end section 46 can be mounted to other types of handlebars. As shown in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 3, the first end section 46 of the base member 40 is designed to be / be coupled to the left part B21 of the steering rod B2 in the assembly state.

[0092] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 5, the bicycle actuation device 16 includes a mounting structure 52. The base link 40 is mounted to the handlebar B2 via the mounting structure 52. The base link 40 is a stationary link when mounted to the handlebar B2. The mounting structure 52 preferably includes a band clamp or similar structures used on the road switch for mounting to the drop handlebar B2. The base link 40 is covered by a gripping cover 54 made of a non-metallic material, such as rubber. Riders sometimes grip the base link 40 via the gripping cover 54 and lean on it while cycling. The gripping cover 54 can be omitted from the bicycle actuation device 16.

[0093] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the brake actuating element 42 is movably coupled to the base element 40 to actuate the brake device B7. The brake actuating element 42 is pivotably coupled to the base element 40 with respect to a brake pivot axis A1. The brake actuating element 42 includes a first end 55, which is pivotably coupled to the base element 40. The first actuating element 44 is closer to the first end section 46 of the base element 40 than the first end 55 of the brake actuating element 42. The brake actuating element 42 is pivotally coupled to the base element 40 between a brake rest position P11 and a brake-actuated position P12. The brake actuating element 42 includes a second end 56, opposite the first end 55, and extends between the first end 55 and the second end 56. The brake rest position P11 and the brake-actuated position P12 are defined by the brake pivot axis A1 and the second end 56 of the brake actuating element 42.

[0094] In the present invention, the term “rest position,” as used herein, refers to a position in which a movable part, such as the brake actuating element 42 or the first actuating element 44, remains stationary in a state in which the movable part is not actuated by the user. The term “actuated position,” as used herein, refers to a position in which the movable part has been actuated by the user to actuate a bicycle component, such as the brake device B6, the brake device B7, the adjustable seatpost assembly 14, or the rear derailleur B84.

[0095] The mechanical control cable C4 comprises an outer sheath C21 and an inner wire C22, which is provided within the outer sheath C21. One end of the inner wire C22 is connected to the first end 55 of the brake actuator 42. The outer sheath C21 is attached to the base element 40. The inner wire C22 is pulled relative to the outer sheath C21 and the base element 40 when the brake actuator 42 pivots relative to the base element 40 with respect to the brake pivot axis A1 from the brake rest position P11 to the brake-actuated position P12. The inner wire C22 returns relative to the outer sheath C21 and the base element 40 when the brake actuator 42 returns relative to the base element 40 with respect to the brake pivot axis A1 from the brake-actuated position P12 to the brake rest position P11.

[0096] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 7, the bicycle actuation device 16 includes a first shaft 58 and a first preload element 60. The first shaft 58 defines the brake pivot axis A1 and is attached to the base element 40. The brake actuation element 42 is pivotally coupled to the base element 40 via the first shaft 58. The first preload element 60 preloads the brake actuation element 42 towards the brake rest position P11. The first preload element 60 is mounted on the first shaft 58.

[0097] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 8, the first actuating element 44 is coupled to the base element 40 between a first rest position P21 and a first actuated position P22 in order to move the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40. The first actuating element 44 is movably coupled to the base element 40 between the first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22 in order to actuate the additional bicycle component 40 via the first mechanical control cable C1. Specifically, the seatpost actuating element 44 is movably coupled to the base element 40 in order to actuate the adjustable seatpost assembly 14 via the first mechanical control cable C1.

[0098] In this embodiment, the first actuating element 44 is coupled to the base element 40 with respect to a first pivot axis A2, which is not parallel to the brake pivot axis A1. In the illustrated embodiment, the first actuating element 44 is pivotably coupled to the brake actuating element 42 in order to be / become movably coupled to the base element 40. However, the first actuating element 44 can also be pivotally coupled directly to the base element 40 with respect to the first pivot axis A2.

[0099] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 3, the first brake pivot axis A1 and the first pivot axis A2 are arranged to intersect when viewed from a predetermined direction (e.g., from above, from the bicycle actuation device 16 in the assembled state) perpendicular to the brake pivot axis A1. More specifically, the brake pivot axis A1 is arranged perpendicular to the first pivot axis A2 when viewed from the predetermined direction. The brake pivot axis A1 extends along a direction perpendicular to the transverse median plane CP1 in the assembled state in which the bicycle actuation device 16 is / is mounted to the handlebar B2. The first pivot axis A2 extends along a direction parallel to the transverse median plane CP1 in the assembled state in which the bicycle actuation device 16 is mounted to the handlebar B2. The arrangement of the brake pivot axis A1 and the first pivot axis A2 is not limited to this embodiment.

[0100] The first actuating element 44 is movable relative to the base element 40 between the first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22, without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40 between the first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22. More specifically, the first actuating element 44 is movable relative to the base element 40 between the first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22, without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40 during a movement of the first actuating element 44 that occurs between the first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22.

[0101] In the present invention, the term “mechanically positioning”, as used herein, refers to positioning a movable element, such as the inner wire of the mechanical control cable, relative to a stationary element, such as the base member 40, at a predetermined position, in a state in which the first actuating member 44 is not actuated by the user.

[0102] The first actuating element 44 is positioned at the first rest position P21 relative to the base element 40, in a state in which the first actuating element 44 is not actuated by the user. The first actuating element 44 is not mechanically positioned relative to the base element 40 at any position other than the first rest position P21.

[0103] The first actuating element 44 comprises a first end 61 and a second end 62, opposite the first end 61. The first end 61 is pivotally coupled to the brake actuating element 42 with respect to the first pivot axis A2. The first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22 are defined by the first pivot axis A2 and the second end 62 of the first actuating element 44. The first actuating element 44 extends between the first end 61 and the second end 62.

[0104] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 7, the bicycle actuating device 16 includes a second shaft 64 and a second preload element 65. The second shaft 64 defines the first pivot axis A2 and is attached to the brake actuating element 42. The first actuating element 44 is pivotably coupled to the brake actuating element 42 via the second shaft 64. The second preload element 65 tensions the first actuating element 44 towards the first rest position P21 ( Fig. 8) The second preload member 65 is mounted on the second shaft 64. The second preload member 65 can be omitted if required and / or desired.

[0105] The bicycle actuation device 16 is free of a shift actuation structure for actuating a shifting device. Instead, as in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 9, the bicycle actuation device 16 comprises a cable fastening structure 66 which is movably coupled to one of the brake actuation element 42 and the base element 40 in order to transmit a movement of the first actuation element 44 to the first mechanical control cable C1 without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40.

[0106] In the illustrated embodiment, the cable fastening structure 66 is movably coupled to the base member 40 to transmit the movement of the first actuating member 44 to the first mechanical control cable C1 without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base member 40. However, the cable fastening structure 66 can be movably coupled to the brake actuating member 42 to transmit the movement of the first actuating member 44 to the first mechanical control cable C1 without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base member 40.

[0107] In the illustrated embodiment, the cable fastening structure 66 includes a receiving element 68 and a fastening element 70. The fastening element 70 is secured to the receiving element 68 to rotate integrally.

[0108] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 7, the receiving element 68 is pivotally coupled to the base element 40 with respect to a pivot axis A3. The pivot axis A3 coincides with the first pivot axis A2 in a state in which the brake actuating element 42 is positioned at the brake rest position P11. In the illustrated embodiment, the bicycle actuating device 16 includes a third shaft 72. The third shaft 72 defines the pivot axis A3 and is attached to the base element 40. The receiving element 68 and the fastening element 70 are pivotally coupled to the base element 40 by the third shaft 72.

[0109] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 9, the receiving element 68 receives a pivoting movement of the first actuating element 44 towards the first actuated position P22, regardless of the position of the brake actuating element 42.

[0110] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the first mechanical control cable C1 includes an outer sheath C11 and an inner wire C12, which is provided within the outer sheath C11. As shown in Figure 6, the first mechanical control cable C1 comprises an outer sheath C11 and an inner wire C12, which is provided within the outer sheath C11. Fig. As shown in Figure 8, one end of the inner wire C12 of the first mechanical control cable C1 is coupled to the fastening element 70. The first actuating element 44 and the cable fastening structure 66 are pivotally coupled together to the base element 40 between the first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22. The inner wire C12 is pulled relative to the outer sheath C11 and the base element 40 when the first actuating element 44 and the cable fastening structure 66 are pivoted relative to the base element 40 about the first pivot axis A2 from the first rest position P21 to the first actuated position P22. The inner wire C12 returns relative to the outer sheath C11 and the base element 40 when the first actuating element 44 and the cable fastening structure 66 return relative to the base element 40 about the first pivot axis A2 from the first actuated position P22 to the first rest position P21.

[0111] The first actuating element 44 is moved from the first rest position P21 to the first actuated position P22 without a further actuated position defined between the first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22, to a cable displacement dimension L1 ( Fig. 6), which is greater than 12 mm, rotatable. When the first actuating element 44 rotates relative to the base element 40 from the first rest position P21 to the first actuated position P22, the inner wire C12 of the first mechanical control cable C1 moves relative to the base element 40 by the cable displacement L1. However, the cable displacement L1 can be equal to or less than 12 mm.

[0112] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 4, the valve unit 32 of the adjustable seatpost assembly 14 is closed when the first actuating element 44 is positioned in the first rest position P21. The first tube 20 is fixed relative to the second tube 22 when the valve unit 32 is closed.

[0113] The valve unit 32 is open when the first actuating element 44 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 from the first rest position P21 to the first actuated position P22. The valve unit 32 is in an open state when the first actuating element 44 has been positioned at the first actuated position P22 by the user. The first cylinder is movable relative to the second cylinder when the valve unit 32 is open. This allows the user to position the saddle B3 ( Fig. 1) to adjust in the telescopic direction D1, using the adjustable seat post assembly 14 and the bicycle actuation device 16.

[0114] The first actuating element 44 returns from the first actuated position P22 to the first rest position P21 when an actuating force applied by the user is released, discharged, or triggered by the first actuating element 44. This allows the user to firmly position the saddle B3 in the set position.

[0115] The bicycle seat support device 12 and the bicycle actuation device 16 have the following features.

[0116] (1) As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 8, the first actuating element 44 is movable relative to the base element 40 between the first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22, without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40 during the movement of the first actuating element 44 between the first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22. Accordingly, it is possible to easily actuate a bicycle component, such as the adjustable seatpost assembly 14, using the first actuating element 44 via the first mechanical control cable C1 in addition to the brake device B7.

[0117] (2) As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 5, the first end section 46 is designed to be coupled to the curved section B23 of the handlebar B2 in the assembly state in which the bicycle actuation device 16 is mounted to the handlebar B2. Accordingly, it is possible to use the bicycle actuation device 16 for a drop handlebar, such as the handlebar B2.

[0118] (3) As in the Fig. 6 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 8, the first actuating element 44 is pivotally coupled to the base element 40 with respect to the first pivot axis A2, which is not parallel to the brake pivot axis A1. Accordingly, it is easy to distinguish between actuation of the first actuating element 44 and actuation of the brake actuating element 42. This can improve the usability of the bicycle actuating device 16.

[0119] (4) As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 8, the first actuating element 44 is pivotally coupled to the brake actuating element 42 in order to be movably coupled to the base element 40. Accordingly, it is possible to position the first actuating element 44 in a location close to the brake actuating element 42. This can improve the operability of the bicycle actuating device 16.

[0120] (5) As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 6, the first actuating element 44 is closer to the first end section 46 of the base element 40 than the first end 55 of the brake actuating element 42. Accordingly, it is possible to position the first actuating element 44 closer to the handlebar B2 than the brake actuating element 42. This can improve the operability of the bicycle actuating device 16.

[0121] (6) As in Fig. As shown in Figure 3, the first end section 46 of the base member 40 is designed to be coupled to the left part B21 of the handlebar B2 in the assembled state. This arrangement of the first end section 46 allows the user to operate the bicycle control device 16 using their left hand. Consequently, it is possible to effectively utilize the left hand, which has a lower usage frequency than the right hand.

[0122] (7) As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 7, the bicycle actuation device 16 is free of a switching actuation structure for actuating a switching device or switching change device. Accordingly, it is possible to provide the first actuation element 44 instead of the switching actuation structure. This can prevent an increase in the size of the bicycle actuation device 16.

[0123] (8) As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 9, the cable fastening structure 66 is movably coupled to the brake actuating element 42 and the base element 40 in order to transmit the movement of the first actuating element 44 to the first mechanical control cable C1 without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40. Accordingly, it is possible to transmit the movement of the first actuating element 44 to the first mechanical control cable C1 via the cable fastening structure 66. This can improve the design flexibility of the arrangement of the first actuating element 44.

[0124] (9) As in the Fig. 6 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 8, the first actuating element 44 is rotatable from the first rest position P21 to the first actuated position P22 without any further actuated position defined between the first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22, with a cable displacement L1 greater than 12 mm. Accordingly, it is possible to increase the types of additional bicycle components that can be actuated using the first actuating element 44.

[0125] (10) As in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the bicycle actuation device 16, for actuating the adjustable seat post assembly 14, includes the base element 40. The base element 40 comprises the first end section 46, the second end section 48, and the gripping section 50. The first end section 46 is designed to be coupled to the handlebar B2 in the assembly state in which the bicycle actuation device 16 is mounted to the handlebar B2. The second end section 48 is opposite to the first end section 46. The gripping section 50 is provided between the first end section 46 and the second end section 48. Accordingly, it is possible to actuate the adjustable seat post assembly 14 using the bicycle actuation device 16, which has a road-type design.

[0126] (11) As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 8, the seatpost actuating element 44 is movably coupled to the base element 40 to actuate the adjustable seatpost assembly 14 via the first mechanical control cable C1. Accordingly, it is possible to actuate the adjustable seatpost assembly 14 using the seatpost actuating element 44. This can improve the operability of the bicycle actuating device 16 for actuating the adjustable seatpost assembly 14. Second embodiment

[0127] A bicycle seat support device 212 comprising a bicycle actuation device 216 according to a second embodiment is described with reference to the Fig. 10 to 13 are described below. The bicycle seat support device 212 has the same structures as those of the bicycle seat support device 12, except for the structures of the brake actuating element and the first actuating element. Consequently, the elements that have essentially the same function as those of the first embodiment are designated with the same reference numerals and are not described and / or illustrated again in detail herefor the sake of brevity.

[0128] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 10, in the bicycle seat support device 212, the bicycle actuating device 216 comprises the base element 40, a brake actuating element 242 and a first actuating element 244. Unlike the brake actuating element 42 and the first actuating element 44 of the first embodiment, the brake actuating element 242 is integrally formed with the first actuating element 244 as a single, one-piece unit element.

[0129] More specifically, the bicycle actuation device 216 comprises an actuating element 245. The actuating element 245 includes the brake actuating element 242 and the first actuating element 244. The actuating element 245 is a single actuating element in the bicycle actuating device 216. The actuating element 245 is movably coupled to the base element 40 in order to actuate the brake device B7 and the additional bicycle component 14.

[0130] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 11, the actuating element 245 is pivotably coupled to the base element 40 with respect to the brake pivot axis A1 in order to actuate the brake device B7. The actuating element 245 is pivotally coupled to the base element 40 between the brake rest position P11 and the brake-actuated position P12.

[0131] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 12, the actuating element 245 is movably coupled to the base element 40 between the first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22 in order to actuate the additional bicycle component 14 via the first mechanical control cable C1. The actuating element 245 is movable relative to the base element 40 between the first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22 without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40 between the first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22. More specifically, the actuating element 245 is movable relative to the base element 40 between the first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22 without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40 during a movement of the actuating element 245 that occurs between the first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22.The first actuating element 245 is pivotably coupled to the base element 40 with respect to the first pivot axis A2 in order to actuate the additional bicycle component 14.

[0132] The first actuating element 244 (i.e., the actuating element 245) is rotatable from the first rest position P21 to the first actuated position P22 without any further actuated position defined between the first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22, with the cable displacement dimension L1 ( Fig. 11), which is greater than 12 mm. When the first actuating element 244 rotates relative to the base element 40 from the first rest position P21 to the first actuated position P22, the inner wire C12 of the first mechanical control cable C1 moves relative to the base element 40 by the cable displacement L1. The actuating element 245 can also be referred to as a seatpost actuating element 245. The seatpost actuating element 245 is movably coupled to the base element 40 to actuate the adjustable seatpost assembly 14 via the first mechanical control cable C1.

[0133] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 13, the bicycle actuation device 216 includes a coupling element 274. The coupling element 274 is pivotally coupled to the base element 40 via the first shaft 58. The actuation element 245 is pivotally coupled to the coupling element 274 via the second shaft 64. As shown in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 11, the actuating element 245 is pivotable relative to the base element 40 with respect to the brake pivot axis A1 between the brake rest position P11 and the brake-actuated position P12. As shown in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 12, the actuating element 245 is pivotable relative to the base element 40 with respect to the first pivot axis A2 between the first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22.

[0134] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 13, the bicycle actuation device 216 includes a second preload element 265 instead of the second preload element 65 of the first embodiment. The second preload element 265 tensions the actuation element 245 towards the first rest position P21 ( Fig. 12) before.

[0135] With the bicycle seat support device 212 and the bicycle actuation device 216, it is possible to achieve essentially the same effects as with the bicycle seat support device 12 and the bicycle actuation device 16 of the first embodiment.

[0136] The bicycle seat support device 212 and the bicycle actuation device 216 have the following features instead of or in addition to the features of the bicycle seat support device 12 and the bicycle actuation device 16 of the first embodiment.

[0137] (1) As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 11, the brake actuation element 242 is integrally formed with the first actuation element 244 as a single, one-piece unit. Accordingly, it is possible to simplify the structure of the bicycle actuation device 216.

[0138] (2) As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 12, the actuating element 245 is movable relative to the base element 40 between the first rest position P21 and the actuated position P22, without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40 during the movement of the first actuating element 245 between the first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22. Accordingly, it is possible to actuate the brake device B7 and the additional bicycle component 14 using the actuating element 245. This can improve the operability of the bicycle actuating device 216.

[0139] (3) As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 11, since the actuating element 245 is a single actuating element 245, it is possible to simplify the structure of the bicycle actuating device 216.

[0140] (4) As in the Fig. 11 and Fig. As shown in Figure 12, the actuating element 245 is pivotally coupled to the base element 40 with respect to the brake pivot axis A1 in order to actuate the brake device B7. The actuating element 245 is pivotally coupled to the base element 40 with respect to the first pivot axis A2 in order to actuate the additional bicycle component 14. The brake pivot axis A1 is not parallel to the first pivot axis A2. Accordingly, it is possible to distinguish between the actuation of the actuating element 245 with respect to the first pivot axis A2 and the actuation of the actuating element 245 with respect to the brake pivot axis A1. Third embodiment

[0141] A bicycle seat support device 312 comprising a bicycle actuation device 316 according to a third embodiment is described with reference to the Fig. 14 to 18 below. The bicycle seat support device 312 has the same structures as those of the bicycle seat support device 12, except for one structure of the first actuating element. Consequently, the elements that have essentially the same function as those of the preceding embodiments are designated with the same reference numerals and are not described and / or illustrated again in detail herefor the sake of brevity.

[0142] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 14, in the bicycle actuation device 316 of the bicycle seat support device 312, the first actuation element 44 is not pivotably coupled to the brake actuation element 42.

[0143] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 15, the bicycle actuation device 316 comprises a first actuating element 344. The first actuating element 344 is movably coupled to the base element 40 between a first rest position P321 and a first actuated position P322 in order to move the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40. The first actuating element 344 is movably coupled to the base element 40 between the first rest position P321 and the first actuated position P322 in order to actuate the additional bicycle component 14 via the first mechanical control cable C1. In other words, the bicycle actuation device 16 includes a seatpost actuating element 344, which is movably coupled to the base element 40 in order to actuate the adjustable seatpost device 14 via the first mechanical control cable C1.The first actuating element 344 is movable relative to the base element 40 between the first rest position P321 and the first actuated position P322 without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40 between the first rest position P321 and the first actuated position P322. More specifically, the first actuating element 344 is movable relative to the base element 40 between the first rest position P321 and the first actuated position P322 without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40 during a movement of the first actuating element 344 that occurs between the first rest position P321 and the first actuated position P322. The first actuating element 344 is pivotably coupled to the base element 40 with respect to a first pivot axis A32, which is not parallel to the first brake pivot axis A1.However, the first actuating element 344 can be coupled to the base element 40 in such a way that the first actuating element 344 moves slidably with respect to the base element 40 between the first rest position P321 and the first actuated position P322.

[0144] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 16, the base element 40 includes a first side surface 40A, which is oriented in the transverse direction D1 of the bicycle 10 in the assembled state. The first actuating element 344 is provided on the first side surface 40A. The first side surface 40A is oriented in the transverse median plane CP1 of the bicycle 10 in the assembled state. However, the first actuating element 344 can also be provided on a second side surface 40B, opposite or opposite to the first side surface 40A.

[0145] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 17, the first actuating element 344 is closer to the first end section 46 of the base element 40 than to the first end 55 of the brake actuating element 42. The first actuating element 344 is rotatable from the first rest position P321 to the first actuated position P322 without any further actuated position defined between the first rest position P321 and the first actuated position P322 by the cable displacement L1, which is greater than 12 mm. When the first actuating element 344 rotates relative to the base element 40 from the first rest position P321 to the first actuated position P322, the inner wire C12 of the first mechanical control cable C1 moves relative to the base element 40 by the cable displacement L1.

[0146] As in Fig.As can be seen in Figure 18, the bicycle actuation device 316 further comprises a cable fastening structure 366, which is movably coupled to one of the brake actuation element 42 and the base element 40 in order to transmit a movement of the first actuation element 44 to the first mechanical control cable C1 without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40.

[0147] In the illustrated embodiment, the cable fastening structure 366 is movably coupled to the base member 40 in order to transmit the movement of the first actuating member 344 to the first mechanical control cable C1 without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base member 40. However, the fastening structure 366 can be movably coupled to the brake actuating member 42 ( Fig. 17) be coupled to transmit the movement of the first actuating member 44 to the first mechanical control cable C1 without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base member 40.

[0148] The cable fastening structure 366 includes a fastening element 370 and a gear part 371. The fastening element 370 has essentially the same structure as the fastening element 70 of the first embodiment. The fastening element 370 is pivotally coupled to the base element 40 by the third shaft 72. The gear part 371 is secured to the fastening element 370 to rotate integrally.

[0149] The first actuating element 344 includes a gear part 373, which engages with gear part 371. The pivoting movement of the first actuating element 344 is transmitted to the fastening element 370 via gear parts 371 and 373. The cable fastening structure 366 includes a preload element 375. The preload element 375 preloads the fastening element 370 to pivot relative to the base element 40 in a rotational direction D3. The base element 40 includes a stopper 377 to position the fastening element 370 at an initial position P33. The first actuating element 344 is positioned at the initial rest position P321, in a state in which the fastening element 370 is positioned at the initial position P33.

[0150] The inner wire C12 is pulled relative to the base member 40 when the first actuating member 344 is pivoted relative to the base member 40 from the first rest position P321 to the first actuated position P322. The inner wire C12 returns relative to the base member 40 when the first actuating member 344 returns relative to the base member 40 from the first actuated position P322 to the first rest position P321.

[0151] With the bicycle seat support device 312 and the bicycle actuation device 316, it is possible to achieve essentially the same effects as with the bicycle seat support device 12 and the bicycle actuation device 16 of the first embodiment.

[0152] The bicycle seat support device 312 and the bicycle actuation device 316 have the following features instead of and / or in addition to the features of the bicycle seat support device 12 and the bicycle actuation device 16 of the first embodiment.

[0153] (1) As in Fig. As shown in Figure 16, the base element 40 includes the first side surface 40A, which is oriented in the transverse direction D1 of the bicycle 10 in the assembled state. The first actuating element 344 is provided on the first side surface 40A. Accordingly, it is possible to improve the operability of the first actuating element 344 using the user's fingers.

[0154] (2) As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 16, since the first side surface 40A is directed into the transverse median plane CP1 of the bicycle 10 in the assembly state, it is possible to improve the operability of the first actuating element 344 using the thumb of the user. Fourth embodiment

[0155] A bicycle seat support device 412 comprising a bicycle actuation device 416 according to a fourth embodiment, reference is made to the Fig. The bicycle seat support device 412 is described below in sections 19 to 21. The bicycle seat support device 412 has the same structures as the bicycle seat support device 12, except for one structure of the first actuating element. Consequently, the elements that have essentially the same functions as those in the preceding embodiments are designated with the same reference numerals and are not described and / or illustrated again in detail herefor the sake of brevity.

[0156] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 19, in the bicycle seat support device 412, the bicycle actuating device 416 comprises the base element 40, the first brake actuating element 42, and a first actuating element 444. The first actuating element 444 is movable relative to the base element 40 between a first rest position P421 and a first actuated position P422 in order to move the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40. The first actuating element 444 is movable relative to the base element 40 between the first rest position P421 and the actuated position P422 without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40 between the first rest position P421 and the first actuated position P422.More specifically, the first actuating element 444 is movable relative to the base element 40 between the first rest position P421 and the first actuated position P422 without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40 during a movement of the first actuating element 444 that occurs between the first rest position P421 and the first actuated position P422. The first actuating element 444 is closer to the first end section 46 of the base element 40 than to the first end 55 of the brake actuating element 42.

[0157] Unlike the first actuating element 44 of the first embodiment, the first actuating element 444 is designed to be detachably mounted on the brake actuating element 42 and the base element 40. In the illustrated embodiment, the first actuating element 444 is designed to be detachably mounted on the base element 40. However, the first actuating element 444 can also be designed to be detachably mounted on the brake actuating element 42.

[0158] The bicycle actuation device 416 further comprises a cable fastening structure 466, which is movably coupled to one of the brake actuation element 42 and the base element 40 in order to transmit the movement of the first actuation element 444 to first mechanical control cables C1 without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40.

[0159] In this embodiment, the cable fastening structure 466 is movably coupled to the base member 40 to transmit the movement of the first actuating member 444 to the first mechanical control cable C1 without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base member 40. However, the cable fastening structure 466 can also be movably coupled to the brake actuating member 42 and the base member 40 to transmit the movement of the first actuating member 444 to the first mechanical control cable C1 without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base member 40.

[0160] The first actuating element 444 and the cable fastening structure 466 are detachably mounted on a component separate from the brake actuating element 42 and the base element 40. In this embodiment, the first actuating element 444 and the cable fastening structure 466 are detachably mounted on the base element 40. However, the first actuating element 444 and the cable fastening structure 466 can also be detachably mounted on a component separate from the brake actuating element 42 and the base element 40.

[0161] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 20, the cable fastening structure 466 includes a fastening element 470, a support 482, and a fastening strap 484. The fastening element 470 is coupled to the first actuating element 444. The end of the inner wire C12 of the first mechanical control cable C1 is attached to the fastening element 470. The first actuating element 444 and the fastening element 470 are movably mounted to the support 482 between the first rest position P421 and the first actuated position P422.

[0162] The support 482 includes a guide groove 486. The fastening element 470 is movably provided in the guide groove 486. The support 482 positions the first actuating element 444 at the first rest position P421 via the fastening element 470 when the first actuating element 444 is not actuated by the user. The support 482 is removable or detachable from the base element 40 using the fastening band 484. Examples of the fastening band 484 include a rubber band. In this embodiment, the support 482 and the fastening band 484 are provided on the gripping cover 54.

[0163] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 21, the first actuator 444 is provided on the first side surface 40A. The cable fastening structure 466 is also provided on the first side surface 40A. However, the first actuator 444 and the cable fastening structure 466 can also be provided on the second side surface 40B.

[0164] With the bicycle seat support device 412 and the bicycle actuation device 316, it is possible to achieve essentially the same effects as with the bicycle seat support device 12 and the bicycle actuation device 16 of the first embodiment.

[0165] The bicycle seat support device 412 and the bicycle actuation device 416 have the following features instead of and / or in addition to the features of the bicycle seat support device 12 and the bicycle actuation device 16 of the first embodiment.

[0166] (1) As in Fig. As shown in Figure 21, the base element 40 includes the first side surface 40A, which is oriented in the transverse direction D1 of the bicycle 10 in the assembled state. The first actuating element 444 is provided on the first side surface 40A. Accordingly, it is possible to improve the operability of the first actuating element 444 using the user's fingers.

[0167] (2) As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 21, since the first side surface 40A is directed into the transverse median plane CP1 of the bicycle 10 in the assembly state, it is possible to improve the operability of the first actuating element 444 using the thumb of the user.

[0168] (3) As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 19, the first actuating element 444 is designed to be detachably mounted on one of the brake actuating element 42 and the base element 40. Accordingly, it is possible to attach or detach the first actuating element 444 from or to one of the base element 40 and the brake actuating element 42 as necessary.

[0169] (4) As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 19, the first actuating element 444 and the cable fastening structure 466 are detachably mounted on one of the brake actuating elements 42 and the base element 40. Accordingly, it is possible to attach or detach the first actuating element 444 and the cable fastening structure 466 to or from one of the base element 40 and the brake actuating element 42 as necessary. Fifth embodiment

[0170] A bicycle seat support device 512 comprising a bicycle actuation device 516 according to a fifth embodiment is described below with reference to the Fig. The bicycle seat support device 512 is described in sections 22 to 24. It has essentially the same structures as the bicycle seat support device 12, except for the use of electronic or electrical components. Consequently, the elements that have essentially the same functions as those in the preceding embodiments are designated with the same reference numerals and are not described and / or illustrated in detail herefor the sake of brevity.

[0171] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 22, the bicycle seatpost device 512 comprises an adjustable seatpost assembly 514 and a bicycle actuating device 516 for actuating the adjustable seatpost assembly 514. The adjustable seatpost assembly 514 has an adjustable overall length. The adjustable seatpost assembly 514 has essentially the same structure as the adjustable seatpost assembly 14 of the first embodiment. The bicycle actuating device 516 has essentially the same structure as the bicycle actuating device 16 of the first embodiment.

[0172] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 23, unlike the bicycle actuation device 16 of the first embodiment, the bicycle actuation device 516 includes an electrical switch 588 to generate a control signal for actuating the adjustable seat post assembly 514. In this embodiment, the electrical switch 588 is mounted on the brake actuation element 42. However, the electrical switch 588 can also be mounted on the base element 40. The first actuation element 44 is omitted from the bicycle actuation device 516. However, the electrical switch 588 can be actuated via another element, such as the first actuation element 44 of the first embodiment.

[0173] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 23, the bicycle actuation device 516 includes a signal controller 590, designed to transmit the control signal to the adjustable seatpost assembly 514. The electrical switch 588 is operatively connected to the signal controller 590 via an electrical control cable C53. While the electrical switch 588 is operatively connected to the signal controller 590 via the electrical control cable C53, it can also be wirelessly connected to the signal controller 590 via a wireless communication path without the electrical control cable C53. The electrical switch 588 generates an ON signal (AN signal) corresponding to the time when the electrical switch 588 is actuated by the user. The signal controller 590 is operatively connected to the adjustable seatpost assembly 514 via an electrical control cable C51.The signal controller 590 transmits the ON signal to the adjustable seatpost assembly 514 using current-control communication (PLC) technology, for example. Since the design of the signal controller 590 and the PLC technology are well-known in the field of bicycles, they will not be described and / or illustrated in detail here for the sake of brevity.

[0174] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 24, the adjustable seatpost assembly 514 includes an actuating structure 533. The actuating structure 533 is operatively connected to the signal controller 590 via the electrical control cable C51. The actuating structure 533 includes an electric actuator 535 (steering motor), such as a motor. The electric actuator 535 is coupled to the flow control part 30. The actuating structure 533 moves the flow control part 30 relative to the second tube 22 in the telescopic direction D1 between the closed position P31 and the open position P32. The actuating structure 533 moves the flow control part 30 from the closed position P31 to the open position P32 in response to the control signal transmitted by the bicycle actuating device 516. The actuating structure 533 holds the flow control part 30 in the open position P32 while receiving the control signal from the bicycle actuating device 516.The actuating structure 533 holds the flow control part 30 in the closed position P31 when the actuating structure 533 does not receive the control signal from the bicycle actuating device 516.

[0175] With the bicycle seat support device 512 and the bicycle actuation device 516, it is possible to achieve essentially the same effects as with the bicycle seat support device 12 and the bicycle actuation device 16 of the first embodiment.

[0176] The bicycle seat support device 512 and the bicycle actuation device 516 have the following features instead of and / or in addition to the features of the bicycle seat support device 12 and the bicycle actuation device 16 of the first embodiment.

[0177] (1) as in Fig. As shown in Figure 24, the bicycle actuation device 516 includes the electrical switch 588 to generate the control signal for actuating the adjustable seatpost assembly 514. Accordingly, it is possible to actuate the adjustable seatpost assembly 514 using the electrical switch 588. This allows the bicycle actuation device 516 to be adapted to the adjustable seatpost assembly 514, including an electrical component such as the electrical actuator 535 or electric stepper motor. Sixth embodiment

[0178] A bicycle seat support device 612 comprising a bicycle actuation device 616 according to a sixth embodiment is described with reference to the Fig. 25 to 27 below. The bicycle seat support device 612 has the same structure as that of the bicycle seat support device 612, except for the use of hydraulic components. Consequently, the elements that have essentially the same function as those in the preceding embodiments are designated with the same reference numerals and are not described and / or illustrated again in detail herein for the sake of brevity.

[0179] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 25, the bicycle seatpost device 612 comprises an adjustable seatpost assembly 614 and a bicycle actuation device 616. The adjustable seatpost assembly 614 has an adjustable overall length. The bicycle actuation device 616 is provided to actuate the adjustable seatpost assembly 614. The adjustable seatpost assembly 614 has essentially the same structure as the adjustable seatpost assembly 14 of the first embodiment. The bicycle actuation device 616 has essentially the same structure as the bicycle actuation device 16 of the first embodiment.

[0180] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 26, unlike the bicycle actuation device 16 of the first embodiment, the bicycle actuation device 616 includes a hydraulic actuation unit 692 to supply the adjustable seat post assembly 614 with hydraulic pressure. The hydraulic actuation unit 692 includes a hydraulic cylinder 693, a piston 694, and a reservoir 695. The hydraulic cylinder 693 is provided in the base member 40 and includes a cylinder bore 696. The piston 694 is movably provided in the cylinder bore 696 between an initial position P61 and an actuated position P62. The piston 694 is movable relative to the hydraulic cylinder 693 without rotating relative to the hydraulic cylinder 693. The hydraulic cylinder 693 and the piston 694 define a cylinder chamber 697. The reservoir 695 is connected to the cylinder chamber 697.The cylinder chamber 697 is connected to the adjustable seatpost assembly 614 via a hydraulic hose C61.

[0181] The bicycle actuation device 616 includes a gear structure 698 to convert the pivoting motion of the first actuating element 44 into a linear motion of the piston 694. The gear structure 698 comprises a ring gear G1, planet gears G2, a sun gear G3, and a carrier G4. The planet gears G2 are positioned between the ring gear G1 and the sun gear G3. The carrier G4 couples the planet gears G2 to rotate relative to the sun gear G3. The pivoting motion of the first actuating element 44 is transmitted to the carrier G4. The gear structure 698 increases the output rotation angle of the sun gear G3 compared to the input rotation angle of the first actuating element 44. The sun gear G3 includes a threaded bolt G31. The piston 694 includes a threaded hole 694a that engages with the threaded bolt G31.The carrier G4 is pre-tensioned by a carrier pre-tensioning element (not shown) to rotate the sun gear G3 such that the piston 694 moves towards the initial position P61.

[0182] The piston 694 is moved from the initial position P61 to the actuated position P62 when the first actuating member 44 moves relative to the base member 40 from the first rest position P21 to the first actuated position P22 ( Fig. 27) is pivoted. This supplies the adjustable seat post assembly 614 with hydraulic pressure from the hydraulic actuation unit 692. The piston 694 returns from the actuated position P62 to the initial position P61 when the first actuating member 44 moves relative to the base member 40 from the first actuated position P22 to the first rest position P21 ( Fig. 27) returns.

[0183] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 27, the adjustable seatpost assembly 614 includes an actuating structure 633. The actuating structure 633 is connected to the hydraulic actuating unit 692 via the hydraulic hose C61. The actuating structure 633 includes a slave cylinder 635, a slave piston 637, and a slave preload element 639. The slave cylinder 635 includes a cylinder bore 641. The slave piston 637 is movably mounted in the cylinder bore 641. The slave piston 637 is coupled to the flow control part 30. The slave preload element 639 preloads the slave piston 637 such that the flow control part 30 moves towards the closed position P31. The slave cylinder 635 and the slave piston 637 define a cylinder chamber 643. The cylinder chamber 643 is connected to the cylinder chamber 697 of the hydraulic actuation unit 692 via the hydraulic hose C91.

[0184] The flow control part 30 is moved from the closed position P31 to the open position P32 when the first actuator 44 is pivoted from the first rest position P21 to the first actuated position P22. The flow control part 30 returns from the open position P32 to the closed position P31 when the first actuator is pivoted from the first actuated position P22 to the first rest position P21.

[0185] With the bicycle seat support device 612 and the bicycle actuation device 616, it is possible to achieve essentially the same effects as with the bicycle seat support device 12 and the bicycle actuation device 16 of the first embodiment.

[0186] The bicycle seat support device 612 and the bicycle actuation device 616 have the following features instead of and / or in addition to the features of the bicycle seat support device 12 and the bicycle actuation device 16 of the first embodiment.

[0187] (1) As in Fig. As shown in Figure 26, the bicycle actuation device 616 includes the hydraulic actuation unit 692 to supply the adjustable seatpost assembly 614 with hydraulic pressure. Accordingly, it is possible to actuate the adjustable seatpost assembly 614 using the hydraulic actuation unit 692. This allows the bicycle actuation device 616 to be adapted to the adjustable seatpost assembly 614, which includes a hydraulic component, such as the actuation structure 633. Seventh embodiment

[0188] A bicycle seat support device 712 comprising a bicycle actuation device 716 according to a seventh embodiment is described below with reference to the Fig. 28 and Fig. 29. The bicycle seat support device 712 has the same structures as those of the bicycle seat support device 12, except for the actuating element. Consequently, such elements which have essentially the same function as in the preceding embodiments are designated with the same reference numerals and are not described and / or illustrated again in detail herein for the sake of brevity.

[0189] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 28, in the bicycle seat support device 712, the bicycle actuation device 716 comprises the base element 40 and an actuating element 745. The actuating element 745 has essentially the same structure as the actuating element 245 of the second embodiment. The actuating element 745 is movably coupled to the base element 40 in order to actuate the brake device B7 and the additional bicycle component 14. The actuating element 745 is movably coupled to the base element 40 between a rest position P711 and an actuated position P712 in order to actuate the additional bicycle component 14 via the first mechanical control cable C1. The actuating element 745 is movable relative to the base element 40 between the rest position P711 and the actuated position P712, without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40 between the rest position P711 and the actuated position P712.More specifically, the actuating element 745 is movable relative to the base element 40 between the rest position P711 and the actuated position P712 without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40 during a movement of the actuating element 745 that occurs between the rest position P711 and the actuated position P712.

[0190] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 29, unlike the actuating element 245 of the second embodiment, the first pivot axis A2 coincides with the brake pivot axis A1. More specifically, the actuating element 745 is pivotably coupled to the base element 40 with respect to a pivot axis A71 in order to actuate the brake device B7 and the additional bicycle component 14.

[0191] The actuating element 745 is pivotally coupled to the base element 40 with respect to the pivot axis A71 to actuate the brake device B7, in a case where the actuating element 745 rotates with respect to the pivot axis A71 by a first rotation angle RA1. The actuating element 745 is pivotally coupled to the base element 40 with respect to the pivot axis A71 to actuate the additional bicycle component 14, in a case where the actuating element 745 rotates with respect to the pivot axis A71 by a second rotation angle RA2, which is different from the first rotation angle RA1. In the illustrated embodiment, the second rotation angle RA2 is smaller than the first rotation angle RA1. However, the second rotation angle RA2 can be larger than the first rotation angle RA1.

[0192] The first rotation angle RA1 and the second rotation angle RA2 are defined from the first rest position P711. The first rotation angle RA1 is defined from the rest position P711 to the actuated position P712. The second rotation angle RA2 is defined from the rest position P711 to an intermediate position P713, which is defined between the first rest position P711 and the actuated position P712. The movement of the inner wire C12 corresponding to the second rotation angle RA2 is smaller than the movement of the inner wire C12 corresponding to the first rotation angle RA1. The bicycle actuation device 716 may include a detent or locking mechanism to inform the user of the intermediate position P713 of the actuating element 745.

[0193] The actuator 745 is rotatable from the rest position P711 to the intermediate position P713 without any further actuated position defined between the rest position P711 and the actuated position P712, by the cable displacement L1, which is greater than 12 mm. When the actuator 745 rotates relative to the base member 40 from the first rest position P711 to the intermediate position P713, the inner wire C12 of the first mechanical control cable C1 moves relative to the base member 40 by the cable displacement L1.

[0194] With the bicycle seat support device 712 and the bicycle actuation device 716, it is possible to achieve essentially the same effects as with the bicycle seat support device 12 and the bicycle actuation device 16 of the first embodiment.

[0195] The bicycle seat support device 712 and the bicycle actuation device 716 have the following features instead of and / or in addition to the features of the bicycle seat support device 12 and the bicycle actuation device 16 of the first embodiment.

[0196] (1) As in Fig. As shown in Figure 29, the actuating element 745 is pivotally coupled to the base element 40 with respect to the pivot axis A71 in order to couple the brake device B7, in a case where the actuating element 745 rotates with respect to the pivot axis A71 by the first rotation angle RA1. The actuating element 745 is pivotally coupled to the base element 40 with respect to the pivot axis A71 in order to actuate the additional bicycle component 14, in a case where the actuating element 745 rotates with respect to the pivot axis A71 by the second rotation angle RA2, which differs from the first rotation angle RA1. Accordingly, it is possible to simplify the structure of the bicycle actuating device 716. Eighth embodiment

[0197] A bicycle seat support device 812 comprising a bicycle actuation device 816 according to an eighth embodiment is described below with reference to the Fig. Sections 30 to 34 describe the bicycle seatpost device 812. It has essentially the same structure as the bicycle seatpost device 12, except for the seatpost actuating element. Consequently, the elements that have essentially the same function as those of the preceding embodiments are designated with the same reference numerals and are not described and / or illustrated in detail herefor the sake of brevity.

[0198] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 30, the bicycle seatpost device 812 comprises an adjustable seatpost assembly 814 and the bicycle actuating device 816 for actuating the adjustable seatpost assembly 814. The adjustable seatpost assembly 814 has an adjustable overall length. The bicycle actuating device 816 comprises the base link 40 and a seatpost actuating link 845. The seatpost actuating link 845 is movably coupled to the base link 40 to actuate the adjustable seatpost assembly 814 via the first mechanical control cable C1.

[0199] In the illustrated embodiment, the seatpost actuating element 845 comprises a first seatpost actuating element 847 and a second seatpost actuating element 849. The first seatpost actuating element 847 has essentially the same structure as the seatpost actuating element 245 of the second embodiment. The second seatpost actuating element 849 has essentially the same structure as the first actuating element 44 of the first embodiment.

[0200] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 31, the first seatpost actuating element 847 is movably coupled to the base element 40 between a first seatpost rest position P821 and a first seatpost actuated position P822 by means of a first additional actuated position P823 in order to actuate the adjustable seatpost assembly 814 via the first mechanical control cable C1.

[0201] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 32, the second seatpost actuating element 849 is movably coupled to the base element 40 between a second seatpost rest position P824 and a second seatpost actuated position P825 in order to actuate the adjustable seatpost assembly 814 via the first mechanical control cable C1.

[0202] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 33, the bicycle actuating device 816 includes the coupling element 274 of the second embodiment. The coupling element 274 is pivotably coupled to the base element 40 via the first shaft 58. The first seatpost actuating element 847 is pivotably coupled to the coupling element 874 via the second shaft 64. The second seatpost actuating element 849 is pivotably coupled to the first seatpost actuating element 847 and the coupling element 274 via the second shaft 64.

[0203] The first preload member 265 (the second preload member 265 of the second embodiment) tensions the first seatpost actuating member 847 towards the first seatpost rest position P821 ( Fig. 31) before. The second preloading element 65 preloads the second seatpost actuating element 849 towards the second seatpost rest position P824 ( Fig. 32) before. The first seatpost actuating element 847 is positioned at the first seatpost rest position P821 by the base element 40. The second seatpost actuating element 849 is positioned at the second seatpost rest position P824 by the first seatpost actuating element 847.

[0204] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 33, the bicycle actuation device 816 includes a cable control structure 851. The first seatpost actuation link 847 and the second seatpost actuation link 849 are coupled to the cable control structure 851. The cable control structure 851 is mounted to the base link 40 via the third shaft 72. The cable control structure 851 includes a fastening link 853, which is rotatably coupled to the base link 40 via the third shaft 72. The end of the inner wire C12 is coupled to the fastening link 853.

[0205] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 34, the cable control structure 851 positions the inner wire C21 of the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base member 40 at each of an initial position P841, a first pulled position P842, and a second pulled position P843. Since structures of the cable control structure 851 are well known in the field of bicycles, they will not be described and / or illustrated in detail here for the sake of brevity.

[0206] The flow control part 30 has a closed position P831, a first open position P832, and a second open position P833. The second open position P833 is defined between the closed position P831 and the first open position P832. The valve unit 32 is closed when the flow control part 30 is positioned at the closed position P831. The valve unit 32 is open when the flow control part 30 is positioned at either the first open position P832 or the second open position P833.

[0207] The adjustable seatpost assembly 814 has a maximum overall length L0 and a minimum overall length L1. The overall length of the adjustable seatpost assembly 814 is adjustable within an adjustable range AR1, which is defined as the difference between the maximum overall length L0 and the minimum overall length L1. Unlike the adjustable seatpost assembly of the preceding embodiments, the adjustable seatpost assembly 814 has an intermediate overall length L2. The intermediate overall length L2 is defined between the maximum overall length L0 and the minimum overall length L1.

[0208] In this embodiment, the adjustable seatpost assembly 814 has a locked state, a first adjustable state, and a second adjustable state. In the locked state, the flow control part 30 is positioned in the closed position P831. In the locked state, the overall length of the adjustable seatpost assembly 814 is held at a set overall length.

[0209] In the first adjustable state, the flow control part 30 is positioned at the first open position P832. The inner wire C12 is pulled from the initial position P841 to the first pulled position P842 through the second pulled position P843 when the first seatpost actuating member 847 moves relative to the base member 40 from the first seatpost rest position P821 to the first seatpost actuated position P822 through the first additional actuated position P823. Fig. 31) is pivoted. This switches the state of the adjustable seatpost assembly 814 from the locked state to the adjustable state. The cable control structure 851 positions the inner wire C12 at the first pulled position P842 relative to the base link 40, even when the first seatpost actuating link 847 is in the first seatpost rest position P821 ( Fig. 31) returns.

[0210] In the first adjustable state, the overall length of the adjustable seatpost assembly 814 is continuously adjusted within the first adjustable range A1 by moving the flow control part 30 from the closed position P831 to the first open position P832. The cable control structure 851 releases the inner wire C12 from the first pulled position P842 when the second seatpost actuating member 849 moves relative to the base member 40 from the second seatpost rest position P824 to the second seatpost actuated position P825. Fig. 32) is pivoted. This switches the state of the adjustable seatpost assembly 814 from the first adjustable state to the locked state.

[0211] In the second adjustable state, the flow control part 30 is positioned at the second open position P833. The inner wire C12 is pulled from the initial position P841 to the second pulled position P843 when the first seatpost actuating element 847 moves relative to the base element 40 from the first seatpost rest position P821 to the first additional actuated position P823 ( Fig. 31) is pivoted. This switches the state of the adjustable seatpost assembly 814 from the locked state to the second adjustable state. The cable control structure 851 positions the inner wire C12 at the second pulled position P843 relative to the base link 40, even when the first seatpost actuating link 847 is in the first seatpost rest position P821 ( Fig. 31) returns.

[0212] In the second adjustable state, the overall length of the adjustable seatpost assembly 814 is adjustable to the second intermediate overall length L2 by moving the flow control part 30 from the closed position P831 to the second open position P833. More specifically, in the second adjustable state, the second tube 22 stops relative to the first tube 20 at a position corresponding to the intermediate overall length L2 when the second tube 22 moves downwards relative to the first tube 20 from a position corresponding to the maximum overall length L0. The cable control structure 851 releases the inner wire C12 from the second pulled position P843 ( Fig. 33), when the second seatpost actuating member 849 moves relative to the base member 40 from the second seatpost rest position P824 to the second seatpost actuated position P825 ( Fig. 32) is swung.

[0213] The first seatpost actuating element 847 rotates from the first seatpost rest position P821 to the first additional actuated position P823, without any further actuated position defined between the first seatpost rest position P821 and the first additional actuated position P823, by the cable displacement L1, which is greater than 12 mm. When the first seatpost actuating element 847 rotates relative to the base element 40 from the first seatpost rest position P821 to the first additional actuated position P823, the inner wire C12 of the first mechanical control cable C1 moves relative to the base element 40 by the cable displacement L1. Specifically, the cable displacement L1 is defined from the initial position P841 to the second extended position P843.

[0214] Since the structures of the adjustable seatpost assembly 814 are well known in the field of bicycles, they will not be described and / or illustrated in detail here for the sake of brevity.

[0215] With the bicycle seat support device 812 and the bicycle actuation device 816, it is possible to achieve essentially the same effects as with the bicycle seat support device 12 and the bicycle actuation device 16 of the first embodiment.

[0216] The bicycle seat support device 812 and the bicycle actuation device 816 have the following features instead of and / or in addition to the features of the bicycle seat support device 12 and the bicycle actuation device 16 of the first embodiment.

[0217] Furthermore, as in Fig. As shown in Figure 34, the bicycle actuating device 816 includes the seatpost actuating element 845, which is movably coupled to the base element 40 to actuate the adjustable seatpost assembly 814 via the first mechanical control cable C1. Accordingly, it is possible to actuate the adjustable seatpost assembly 814 using the seatpost actuating element 845. This can improve the operability of the bicycle actuating device 816 for actuating the adjustable seatpost assembly 814. Ninth embodiment

[0218] A bicycle seat support device 912 comprising a bicycle actuation device 916 according to a ninth embodiment is described below with reference to the Fig. 35 to 64. The bicycle seat support device 912 has the same structures as those of the bicycle seat support device 12, except for the bicycle actuation device 16. Consequently, the elements that have essentially the same function as those in the preceding embodiments are identified by the same reference numerals and are not described and / or illustrated in detail herefor the sake of brevity.

[0219] As in the Fig. 35 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 36, the bicycle actuation device 916 has essentially the same structure as the bicycle actuation device 16 of the first embodiment. However, unlike the bicycle actuation device 16 of the first embodiment, the bicycle actuation device 916 further comprises a second actuating element 943, which is movably coupled to the base element 40. One of the first actuating element and the second actuating element 934 are integrally provided with the brake actuating element 42 as a single, integral unit. In this embodiment, the second actuating element 943 is integrally provided with the brake actuating element 42 as a single, integral unit. The second actuating element 943 is a separate element from the first actuating element 44 and is movable relative to the first actuating element 44.However, the first actuating element 44 can be integrally formed with the brake actuating element 42 as a single, one-piece unit instead of being provided by the second actuating element 943. The second actuating element 943 can be a separate element from each of the brake actuating element 42 and the first actuating element 44. In this embodiment, a front derailleur B9 is actuated via the second actuating element 943. Other bicycle components can also be actuated via the second actuating element 943.

[0220] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 37, the second actuating element 943 is pivotably coupled to the base element 40 with respect to a second pivot axis A93, which is not parallel to the brake pivot axis A1. In this embodiment, the second pivot axis A93 coincides with the first pivot axis A2 of the first actuating element 44. However, the second pivot axis A93 can be offset from the first pivot axis A2. The brake actuating element 42 and the second actuating element 943 are pivotable relative to the base element 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A93 between a second rest position P951 and a second actuated position P952.

[0221] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 38, the first actuating element 44 is movably coupled to the base element 40 between the first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22 in order to move the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40. The first actuating element 44 is movable relative to the base element 40 between the first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22 without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40 during a movement of the first actuating element 44 that occurs between the first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22.

[0222] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 37, the first actuating element 44, together with the second actuating element 943, is pivoted relative to the base element 40 from the first rest position P21 to the first actuated position P22 when the second actuating element 943 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 from the second rest position P951 to the second actuated position P952, even if the first actuating element 44 is not actuated. More specifically, the second end 62 of the first actuating element 44 is in contact with the second actuating element 943 in a state in which the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943 are at the first rest position P21 and the second rest position P951, respectively. Consequently, the pivoting movement of the second actuating element 943 is transmitted to the first actuating element 44 when the second actuating element 943 is pivoted from the second rest position P951 to the second actuated position P952.This causes the first actuating element 44 to pivot together with the second actuating element 943 when the second actuating element 943 pivots from the second rest position P951 to the second actuated position P952. The second end 62 of the first actuating element 44 can be spaced apart from the second actuating element 943 in a state in which the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943 are at the first rest position P21 and the second rest position P951, respectively. As in . Fig. As can be seen in Figure 38, the first actuating element 44 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 and the brake and the second actuating elements 42 and 943 from the first rest position P21 to the first actuated position P22 when only the first actuating element 44 is actuated.

[0223] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 39, the bicycle actuating device 916 comprises the coupling element 274 of the second embodiment. The coupling element 274 is pivotably coupled to the base element 40 with respect to the brake pivot axis A1 via the first shaft 58. The brake actuating element 42 and the second actuating element 943 are pivotably coupled to the coupling element 274 with respect to the second pivot axis A93 via the second shaft 64. The first actuating element 44 is pivotably coupled to the coupling element 274 with respect to the first pivot axis A2 via the second shaft 64. The second preload element 265 is mounted on the second shaft 64 to move the brake actuating element 42 and the second actuating element 943 towards the second rest position P951 ( Fig. 37) to preload. The second preloading member 65 is mounted on the second shaft 64 to move the first actuating member 44 towards the first rest position P21 ( Fig. 38) to pre-tension. The second shaft 64 is coaxial to the third shaft 72 in a state in which the brake actuating element 42 is in the rest position P11.

[0224] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 39, the bicycle actuation device 916 further comprises a cable actuation structure 974. The cable actuation structure 974 is mounted to the third shaft 72. As shown in the Fig. 40 and Fig. As shown in Figure 41, the cable actuation structure 974 includes a cable control body 976 and a positioning structure 978. The cable control body 976 is configured to be coupled to the second actuating element 943 in order to move a second mechanical control cable C7 relative to the base element 40 in a pull direction D41 and a release direction D42, opposite to the pull direction D41, in response to a movement of the second actuating element 943. The positioning structure 978 is configured to selectively hold the cable control body 976 at a plurality of control positions. The pull direction D41 and the release direction D42 are defined along the second mechanical control cable C7.

[0225] Examples of the second mechanical control cable C7 include a Bowden cable. The second mechanical control cable C7 comprises an outer sheath C71 and an inner wire C72, which is provided within the outer sheath C71. One end of the inner wire C72 is connected to the cable control body 976. The outer sheath C71 is connected to the base element 40 ( Fig. 36) attached.

[0226] As in the Fig. 42 and Fig. As shown in Figure 43, the positioning structure 978 is coupled to the cable control body 976 to position the cable control body 976 relative to the base member 40 at each of a first control position P941 and a second control position P942 relative to the base member 40. In this embodiment, the positioning structure 978 is coupled to the cable control body 976 to position the cable control body 976 relative to the base member 40 at each of only two control positions (the first control position P941 and the second control position P942) relative to the base member 40. However, the total number of control positions is not limited to this embodiment and can be three or more.

[0227] The inner wire C72 is pulled relative to the outer sheath C71 and the base element 40 when the cable control body 976 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 with respect to the axis of rotation A97 from the first control position P941 to the second control position P942. The inner wire C72 is released (returns) or released or issued or triggered relative to the outer sheath C71 and the base element 40 when the cable control body 976 returns relative to the base element 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A93 from the second control position P942 to the first control position P941. The cable control body 976 is pivotably coupled to the base element 40 via the third shaft 72 with respect to an axis of rotation A97. The third shaft 72 defines the axis of rotation A97. As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 39, the pivot axis 97 coincides with the second pivot axis A93, in a state in which the brake actuating element 42 is in the rest position P11.

[0228] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 37, the second actuating element 943 is movable relative to the base element 40 in a first direction D51. The second actuating element 943 is movably coupled to the base element 40 from the second rest position P951 to the second actuated position P952 in the first direction D51. As shown in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 38, the first actuating element 44 is movable relative to the base element 40 from the first rest position P21 to the first actuated position P22 in the first direction D51.

[0229] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 43, the cable control body 976 is configured to pull the second mechanical control cable C7 when the second actuating element 943 is moved relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51. The cable control body 976 is also configured to release the second mechanical control cable C7 when the second actuating element 943 is moved relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51. In other words, the direction of movement of the second actuating element 943 to pull the second mechanical control cable C7 is the same as the direction of movement of the second actuating element 943 to release the second mechanical control cable C7. However, the direction of movement of the second actuating element 943 to pull and release the second mechanical control cable C7 can be different.For example, the direction of movement of the second actuating element 943 to pull the second mechanical control cable C7 can be the first direction D71, and the direction of movement of the second actuating element 943 to release the second mechanical control cable C7 can be the second direction D52.

[0230] More specifically, the second actuating element 943 is movable relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51 to provide a first movement M1. In this embodiment, the first movement M1 is a pivoting movement of the second actuating element 943. The positioning structure 978 is coupled to the second actuating element 943 to move the cable control body 976 such that the second mechanical control cable C7 is moved alternately in the pull direction D41 and the release direction D42 in response to the first movement M1 of the second actuating element 943.

[0231] As in the Fig. As can be seen from 40 to 43, the positioning structure 978 includes a positioning element 980 and a first prestressing element 981. The positioning element 980 is pivotable to a support structure 982 ( Fig. 40) with respect to a positioning pivot axis A94 via a pivot pin 980A. The positioning element 980 includes a positioning claw. The first preload element 981 is mounted on the support structure 982 to preload the positioning element 980 to maintain contact with the cable control body 976. The control preload element 986 is mounted on the support structure 982 to preload the cable control body 976 towards the first control position P941 in the second direction D52. In this embodiment, the control preload element 986 is mounted on the support structure 982.

[0232] The cable control body 976 includes a cable fastening part 983, a first positioning stop 984, a second positioning stop 985, and a control preload element 986. One end of the inner wire C72 of the second mechanical control cable C7 is attached to the cable fastening part 983. The first positioning stop 984 is spaced circumferentially from the second positioning stop 985.

[0233] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 39, the support structure 982 is secured to the base element 40. As in Fig. As shown in Figure 40, the support structure 982 includes a first support plate 982A, a second support plate 982B, and a third support plate 982C. The second support plate 982B is coupled to the first support plate 982A and the third support plate 982C. The positioning element 980 is pivotally coupled to the first support plate 982A and the second support plate 982B.

[0234] As in the Fig. 41 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 43, the cable control body 976 is positioned at the first control position P941, in a state in which the positioning element 980 is in contact with the first positioning stop 984. As shown in the Fig. 44 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 45, the cable control body 976 is positioned at the second control position P942, in a state in which the positioning element 980 is in contact with the second positioning stop 985.

[0235] As in the Fig. 41 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 43, the positioning structure 978 includes a first input element 987, a first actuating element 988, and a first actuating preload element 989. The first input element 987 is pivotally coupled to the base element 40 with respect to the axis of rotation A97. The first input element 987 is pivotally coupled to the third shaft 72 ( Fig. 39). The first input element 987 includes a first transmission part 987A. The first transmission part 987A is connected to the touch part 943A ( Fig. 41) of the second actuating element 943 is touchable. The first input element 987 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 with respect to the axis of rotation A97 in the first direction D51 when the second actuating element 943 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A93 from the second rest position P951 to the second actuated position P52. The first actuating element 988 is pivotably coupled to the first input element 987 with respect to a first actuating pivot axis A95 via a pivot pin 988A. The first actuating element 988 switches a first actuating claw. The first actuating preload element 989 is mounted on the pivot pin 988A to preload the first actuating element 988. The first actuating preload element 989 includes a torsion coil spring.

[0236] The first input element 987 includes a longitudinal hole 987B. The longitudinal hole 987B has a curved shape in a circumferential direction, which is defined with respect to the axis of rotation A97. The positioning structure 978 includes a stop pin 987C, which is connected to the support structure 982 ( Fig. 42) is secured. The stop pin 987C extends through the elongated hole 987B to define a pivot angle of the first input element 987.

[0237] The cable control body 976 includes a first actuation stop 976A, a first contact surface 976B, and a second contact surface 976C. The first actuation stop 976A is adjacent to the first contact surface 976B. The first contact surface 976B is closer to the first actuation stop 976A than the second contact surface 976C. The first actuation preload element 989 preloads the first actuating member 988 towards the cable control body 976.

[0238] As in the Fig. 41 and Fig. As shown in Figure 43, the first actuating element 988 maintains contact with the first contact surface 976B in a state where the cable control body 976 is positioned at the first control position P941 due to a preload force of the first actuating preload element 989. The first actuating element 988 is positioned at a first engagement position P961 in a state where the first actuating element 988 is in contact with the first contact surface 976B. The first actuating element 988 is touchable with the first actuating stop 976A in a state where the first actuating element 988 is positioned at a first engagement position P961. In this state, the first movement M1 is transmitted from the second actuating element 943 to the cable control body 976 via the first input element 987 and the first actuating element 988.

[0239] As in the Fig. 44 and Fig. As shown in Figure 45, the first actuating element 988 maintains contact with the second contact surface 976C of the cable control body 976 in a state where the cable control body 976 is positioned at the second control position P942 due to the preload force of the first actuating preload element 989. The first actuating element 988 is positioned at a second engagement position P962 in a state where the first actuating element 988 is in contact with the second contact surface 976C. The first actuating element 988 is not in contact with the first actuating stop 976A in a state where the first actuating element 988 is positioned at the second engagement position P962 due to a sufficient distance between the first actuating element 988 and the first actuating stop 976A.In this state, the first movement M1 of the second actuating element 943 is not transmitted to the cable control body 976 via the first input element 987 and the first actuating element 988.

[0240] As in the Fig. 46 and Fig. As shown in Figure 47, the positioning structure 978 includes a release element 990. The release element 990 is pivotally coupled to the base element 40 with respect to the axis of rotation A97. The release element 990 includes a release stop 990A and a release claw 990B. The first actuating element 988 can contact the release stop 990A in a state in which the first actuating element 988 is positioned at the second engagement position P962. The release claw 990B can contact the positioning element 980 in a state in which the actuating element 988 is engaged with either the first positioning stop 984 or the second positioning stop 985. In this state, the first movement M1 of the second actuating element 943 is transmitted to the release element 990 via the first input element 987 and the first actuating element 988.This pivots the positioning element 980 relative to the positioning pivot axis A94 against a preload force of the first preload element 981 in order to move away from the cable control body 976. The positioning element 980 is not in contact with the second positioning stop 985 in a state in which the release claw 990B moves the positioning element 980 away from the cable control body 976. However, the positioning element 980 is in contact with the first positioning stop 984 in a state in which the release claw 990B moves the positioning element 980 away from the cable control body 976.

[0241] The first actuator 988 is spaced from the first actuating stop 976A in a state where the cable control body 976 is positioned at the second control position P942. The first actuator 988 is touchable with the first actuating stop 976A in a state where the first actuator 988 is positioned at the second engagement position. In this state, the first movement M1 of the second actuator 943 is not transmitted to the cable control body 976 via the first input element 987 and the first actuator 988.

[0242] The release claw 990B is contactable with the positioning element 980. The release claw 990B pivots the positioning element 980 with respect to the positioning pivot axis A94 to move away from the cable control body 976 when the release element 990 is moved with respect to the rotation axis A97 in response to the first movement M1 of the actuating element 943.

[0243] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 47, the release element 990 includes a first projection 990C and a second projection 990D. The first projection 990C is spaced apart from the second projection 990D. A stop pin 987C of the support structure 982 is in contact with both the first projection 990C and the second projection 990D. The stop pin 987C defines a pivot angle of the release element 990. The first preload element 981 preloads the release element 990 via the positioning element 980 such that the first projection 990C is in contact with the stop pin 982D.

[0244] As in the Fig. As shown in Figures 48 to 51, the bicycle actuation device 916 further comprises an additional cable actuation structure 991. The additional cable actuation structure 991 is coupled to the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943 to move the first mechanical control cable C1 from a first cable rest position P971 relative to the base element 40 in response to a movement of only one of the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943. In this embodiment, the additional cable actuation structure 991 is coupled to the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943 to move the first mechanical control cable C1 from a first cable rest position P971 relative to the base element 40 in response to a movement of only the first actuating element 44.More specifically, the additional cable actuation structure 991 is coupled to the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943 to move the inner wire C12 of the first mechanical control cable C1 from the first cable rest position P971 relative to the base element 40 in response to the movement of only the first actuating element 44. However, the additional cable actuation structure 991 can be coupled to the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943 to move the first mechanical control cable C1 from a first cable rest position P971 relative to the base element 40 in response to a movement of only the second actuating element 943.

[0245] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 36, one of the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943 is closer to the first end section 46 of the base element 40 than the other of the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943. In this embodiment, the first actuating element 44 is closer to the first end section 46 of the base element 40 than the second actuating element 943. However, the second actuating element 943 can be closer to the first end section 46 of the base element than the first actuating element 44.

[0246] As in the Fig. 37 and Fig. As shown in Figure 38, the first actuating element 44 includes a first longitudinal axis LA2 and a first length L92, which is defined along the first longitudinal axis LA2. The second actuating element 943 includes a second longitudinal axis LA3 and a second length L93, which is defined along the second longitudinal axis LA3. The first length L92 differs from the second length L93. While the first length L92 is shorter than the second length L93 in this embodiment, the first length L92 can be equal to or longer than the second length L93. In this embodiment, each of the first longitudinal axis LA2 and the second longitudinal axis LA3 intersects with the second pivot axis A93. Each of the first length L92 and the second length L93 is defined by the second pivot axis A93.

[0247] As in the Fig. As shown in Figures 48 to 51, the additional cable actuation structure 991 includes a second input element 992, a second actuating element 993, a second actuating preload element 994, and an additional cable control body 995. The second input element 992 is pivotably coupled to the base element 40 with respect to the axis of rotation A97. The second input element 992 is pivotably connected to the third shaft 72 ( Fig. 39) mounted. The second input element 992 includes a second transmission part 992A. The second transmission part 992A is contactable with the first actuating element 44. The second input element 992 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 with respect to the axis of rotation A97 in the first direction D51 when the first actuating element 44 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 with respect to the first pivot axis A2 (the second pivot axis A93) from the first rest position P21 to the first actuated position P22. The first and second input elements 987 and 992 are pivoted relative to the base element 40 with respect to the axis of rotation A97 in the first direction D51 when the second actuating element 943 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A93 from the second rest position P951 to the second actuated position P952.

[0248] The second actuating element 993 is pivotably coupled to the second input element 992 with respect to a second actuating pivot axis A96 via a pivot pin 996. The second actuating element 993 includes a second actuating claw. The second actuating preload element 994 is mounted on the second input element 992 to preload the second actuating element 993 in order to maintain contact with the additional cable control body 995.

[0249] As in the Fig. 50 and Fig. As shown in Figure 51, the additional cable control body 995 includes a second actuating stop 995A and a third contact surface 995B. The second actuating stop 995A is adjacent to the third contact surface 995B. The second actuating element 993 can be touched by the second actuating stop 995A in a state in which the second actuating element 993 is in contact with the third contact surface 995B. The second actuating preload element 994 is mounted on the second input element 952 to preload the second actuating element 993 in order to maintain contact with the third contact surface 995B. In this state, a pivoting movement of the first actuating element 44 is transmitted to the additional cable control body 995 via the second input element 992 and the second actuating element 993.

[0250] The additional cable control body 995 includes a stopper 995C and a receiving section 995D. The stopper 995C is contactable with the stop pin 987C. The receiving section 995D is contactable with the second actuating element 993. The additional cable control body 995 is in an additional rest position P991, in a state in which the stopper 995C is in contact with the stop pin 987C. The input element 992 is in a rest position, in a state in which the receiving section 995D is in contact with the second actuating element 993. The first mechanical control cable C1 is in the first cable rest position P971, in a state in which the additional cable control body 995 is in the additional rest position P991.

[0251] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 51, the additional cable actuation structure 991 is coupled to the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943 to maintain a position of the first mechanical control cable C1 at the first cable rest position P971 relative to the base element 40 in response to the movement of the second actuating element 943. More specifically, the additional cable actuation structure 991 is coupled to the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943 to maintain a position of the first mechanical control cable C1 at the first cable rest position P971 relative to the base element 40 in response to a simultaneous movement of both, the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943.The additional cable actuation structure 991 is coupled to the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943 to maintain a position of the inner wire C12 of the first mechanical control cable C1 at the first cable rest position P971 relative to the base element 40 in response to the simultaneous movement of both, the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943.

[0252] As in the Fig. 48 and Fig. As shown in Figure 49, the first input element 987 includes a release part 987D. The release part 987D is contactable with the second actuating element 993. The release part 987D pivots the second actuating element 993 relative to the second input element 992 with respect to the second actuating pivot axis A96 when the first input element 987 is pivoted relative to the second input element 992 with respect to the rotation axis A97. The release part 987D holds the second actuating element 993 in an out-of-engagement position P981 when the first input element 987 is pivoted relative to the second input element 992 by a pivot angle AG1. The pivot angle AG1 is defined by a distance CL1, or the distance between the first actuating element 44 and the first transmission part 987A.The second actuating element 993 cannot be touched by the second actuating stop 995A, even if the second input element 992 is pivoted with respect to the axis of rotation A97, in a state in which the second actuating element 993 is / will be positioned at the third out-of-engagement position P981 by the release part 987D.

[0253] Specifically, the additional cable control body 995 is stationary relative to the base element 40 when the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943 are pivoted together relative to the base element 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A93. Consequently, the first mechanical control cable C1 is not pulled when the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943 are pivoted together relative to the base element 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A93. The first mechanical control cable C1 is pulled when only the first actuating element 44 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 with respect to the first pivot axis A2 (the second pivot axis A93).

[0254] The pull and release actuation of the bicycle actuation device 916 for the first mechanical control cable C1 is described in detail below with reference to the Fig. Described in sections 52 to 54. Fig. Figure 52 shows the bicycle actuation device 916 in a non-actuated state, in which the illustrated parts are in their rest positions. Fig. Figures 52 to 54 show the parts of the bicycle actuation device 916 that are moved sequentially when the first actuating element 44 is pivoted from the first rest position P21 to the first actuated position P22 in order to perform the pull actuation of the first mechanical control cable C1.

[0255] As in the Fig. 52 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 53, when the first actuating element 44 is pivoted by the user relative to the base element 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A93 from the first rest position P21 to the first actuated position P22, the second transmission part 992A of the second input element 992 is pressed by the first actuating element 44. Consequently, the second input element 992 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 with respect to the rotation axis A97 in the first direction D51, while the second actuating element 943 and the first input element 987 remain stationary relative to the base element 40. This brings the second actuating element 993 into engagement with the second actuating stop 995A of the additional cable control body 995.

[0256] As in the Fig. 53 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 54, when the first actuating element 44 and the second input element 992 are pivoted further relative to the base element 40 with respect to the axis of rotation A97 in the first direction D51, the additional cable control body 995 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 with respect to the axis of rotation A97 in the first direction D51. Consequently, the inner wire C12 of the first mechanical control cable C1 is pulled from the first cable rest position P971 in response to the pivoting movement of the first actuating element 44.

[0257] As in Fig. 54 can be seen, a touch part 992B is reached ( Fig. 40 and Fig. 54) of the second input element 992 in contact with a receiving part 982C1 ( Fig. 40 and Fig. 54) of the support structure 982 when the first actuating element 44 reaches the first actuated position P22. The second input element 992 is mechanically positioned only at both ends of a rotation angle of the input element 992. However, the second input element 992 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 with respect to the axis of rotation A97 without being mechanically positioned relative to the base element 40 during a movement of the additional cable control body 995 that occurs between the two ends of the rotation angle. Consequently, when the second actuating element 943 returns to the second rest position P951 by removing or reducing an actuating force applied to the second actuating element 943 by the user, the inner wire C12 of the first mechanical control cable C1 is released or returned to the first cable rest position P971.

[0258] The pull actuation or pull actuation of the cable actuation device 916 for the second mechanical control cable C7 is described below with reference to the Fig. 42 and 55 to 60 described. Fig. Figure 42 shows the bicycle actuation device 916 in a non-actuated state, in which the illustrated parts are in their rest positions. Fig. Figures 55 to 60 show the parts of the bicycle actuation device 916 that are moved sequentially when the second actuating element 943 is pivoted from the second rest position P951 to the second actuated position P952 and then back to the second rest position P951 to perform the pull actuation of the second mechanical control cable C7.

[0259] More specifically, as in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 55, when the second actuating element 943 is pivoted by the user relative to the base element 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A93 from the first rest position P9512 to the second actuating position P952, the first transmission part 987A of the first input element 987 is pressed towards the first actuating element 44 by the contact part 943A of the second actuating element 943. At this point, the first input element 987 is rotated relative to the second input element 992 with respect to the rotation axis A97 in the first direction D51 by the pivot angle AG1 ( Fig. 56) pivoted. This prevents the second actuating element 993 from engaging with the second actuating stop 995A of the additional cable control body 995, even if the second input element 992 is pivoted in the first direction D51 relative to the additional cable control body 995.

[0260] In this embodiment, as in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 56, the second actuating element 993 is pivoted by the release part 987D with respect to the second actuating pivot axis A96 into the out-of-engage position P981 in response to the relative pivoting movement between the first input element 987 and the second input element 992 by the pivot angle AG1.

[0261] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 57, the first input element 987, the second input element 992, and the first actuating element 44 are pivoted integrally relative to the base element 40, together with the second actuating element 943, in the first direction D51 when the second actuating element 943 is further pivoted relative to the base element 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A97 in the first direction D1. This pivots the cable control body 976 relative to the base element 40 from the first control position P941 to the second control position P942.

[0262] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 58, the positioning element 980 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 with respect to the positioning pivot axis P94 by the second positioning stop 985 in response to the pivoting movement of the cable control body 976.

[0263] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 59, the positioning element 980 returns to an engagement position due to the preload force of the first preload element 981 when the cable control body 976 is pivoted further relative to the base element 40 beyond the second control position P942 in the first direction D51. In this state, the positioning element 980 is arranged between the second positioning stop 985 and the release stop 990a.

[0264] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 60, the first input element 987, the second input element 992, and the first actuating element 44 return to their rest positions when the second actuating element 943 returns to the second rest position P951. At this point, the cable control body 976 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 in the second direction D52 to engage the positioning element 980 with the second positioning stop 985. Consequently, the cable control body 976 is positioned at the second control position P942 relative to the base element 40 to position the inner wire C72 of the second mechanical control cable C7 in a cable-actuated position.

[0265] The release mechanism of the bicycle actuation device 916 is described in detail below with reference to the Fig. described in sections 60 to 63. As in the Fig. 60 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 61, the first actuating element 988 is positioned at the second engagement position P962 by the second contact surface 976C, in a state in which the cable control body 976 is at the second control position P942. This allows the first actuating element 988 to come into contact with the release stop 990A of the release element 990 when the first input element 987 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51 to the second input element 992.

[0266] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 62, the release element 990 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51 when the first input element 987 and the second input element 992 are pivoted relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51. At this point, the first actuating element 988 is not engaged with the first actuating stop 976A.

[0267] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 3, the positioning element 980 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 to move away from the second positioning stop 985 when the first input element 987 and the second input element 992 are further pivoted relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51. This allows the cable control body 976 to pivot relative to the base element 40 in the second direction D52 by the preload force of the control preload element 986. Consequently, a guide surface 976D of the cable control body 976 guides the first actuating element 988 to the first engagement position P961 in response to the pivoting movement of the cable control body 976. This brings the first actuating element 988 into engagement with the first actuating stop 976A to stop the pivoting movement of the cable control body 976.

[0268] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 64, the positioning element 980 is disengaged from the release stop 99A when the first actuating element 988 is pivoted into the first engagement position P961. This allows the release element 990 to return to its rest position via the positioning element 980 due to the preload force of the first preload element 981. The release element 990 is stopped at its rest position by the first projection 990C and the stop pin 982D.

[0269] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 42, the first input element 987, the second input element 992, and the first actuating element 44 return to their rest positions when the second actuating element 943 returns to the second rest position P951. At this point, the cable control body 976 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 in the second direction D52 to engage the positioning element 980 with the first positioning stop 984. Consequently, the cable control body 976 is positioned at the first control position P941 relative to the base element 40 to position the inner wire C72 of the second mechanical control cable C7 at a first cable rest position.

[0270] With the bicycle seat support device 912 and the bicycle actuation device 916, it is possible to achieve essentially the same effects as with the bicycle seat support device 12 and the bicycle actuation device 16 of the first embodiment.

[0271] The bicycle seat support device 912 and the bicycle actuation device 916 further include the following features.

[0272] (1) The cable control body 976 is configured to be coupled to the second actuating element 943 in order to move the second mechanical control cable C7 relative to the base element 40 in the direction of pull D41 and in the direction of release D42, opposite to the direction of pull D41, in response to a movement of the second actuating element 943. The positioning structure 978 is configured to selectively hold the cable control body 976 in a plurality of control positions. Accordingly, it is possible to actuate an additional bicycle component, having a plurality of positions corresponding to the plurality of control positions, using the second actuating element 943.

[0273] (2) One of the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943 is integrally provided with the brake actuating element 42 as a single unit. Accordingly, it is possible to simplify the structure of the bicycle actuating device 916.

[0274] (3) The second actuating element 943 is integrally provided with the brake actuating element 42 as a single, one-piece unit. The second actuating element 943 is pivotally coupled to the base element 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A93, which is not parallel to the brake pivot axis A1. Accordingly, it is possible to distinguish the movement of the second actuating element 943 from the movement of the brake actuating element 42, even though the second actuating element 943 is integrally provided with the brake actuating element 42 as a single, one-piece unit. This allows the user to easily distinguish each movement from the movement of the brake actuating element and the movement of the second actuating element 943 with a simplified structure of the bicycle actuating device 916.

[0275] (4) The cable control body 976 is designed to pull the second mechanical control cable C7 when the second actuating element 943 is moved relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51. The cable control body 976 is designed to release the second mechanical control cable C7 when the second actuating element 943 is moved relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51. Accordingly, it is possible to pull and release the second mechanical control cable C7 in order to actuate the additional bicycle component with a simple actuation of the second actuating element 943.

[0276] (5) The positioning structure 978 is coupled to the second actuating element 943 to move the cable control body 976 such that the second mechanical control cable C7 is moved alternately in the pull direction D41 and the release direction D42 in response to the first movement M1 of the second actuating element 943. Accordingly, it is possible to move the second mechanical control cable C7 alternately in the pull direction D41 and the release direction D42 with a single actuation of the second actuating element 943.

[0277] (6) The positioning structure 978 is coupled to the cable control body 976 to position the cable control body 976 relative to the base element 40 at each of the first control position P941 and the second control position P942 relative to the base element 40. Accordingly, it is possible to actuate the additional bicycle component with positions corresponding to the first and second control positions P941 and P942 respectively via the second mechanical control cable C7.

[0278] (7) The first actuating element 44 is movable relative to the base element 40 from the first rest position P21 to the first actuated position P22 in the first direction D51. The second actuating element 943 is movably coupled to the base element 40 from the second rest position P951 to the second actuated position P952 in the first direction D51. Accordingly, it is possible to actuate the additional bicycle component by simply actuating the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943.

[0279] (8) The additional cable actuation structure 991 is coupled to the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943 to move the first mechanical control cable C7 from the first cable rest position P971 relative to the base element 40 in response to the movement of only one of the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943. The additional cable actuation structure 991 is coupled to the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943 to maintain a position of the first mechanical control cable C1 at the first cable rest position P971 relative to the base element 40 in response to the movement of the second actuating element 943. Accordingly, it is possible to prevent incorrect actuation of the first mechanical control cable C1 when both are actuated by the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943.

[0280] (9) Since the first length L92 is different from the second length L93, it is possible to easily identify the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943 based on the first length L92 and the second length L93.

[0281] (10) One of the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943 is closer to the first end section 46 of the base element 40 than the other of the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943. Accordingly, it is possible to easily identify the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943 based on an arrangement of the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943.

[0282] (11) The first actuating element 44 is movable relative to the base element 40 between the first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22 without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40 during a movement of the first actuating element 44 occurring between the first rest position P21 and the first actuated position P22. The second actuating element 943 is movably coupled to the base element 40. One of the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943 are integrally provided with the brake actuating element 42 as a single unit element. The cable actuating structure 974 is coupled to the second actuating element 943 to move the second mechanical control cable C7 relative to the base element 40 in response to a movement of the second actuating element 943.Accordingly, it is possible to actuate the brake device, a bicycle component and an additional bicycle component using the brake actuating element 42, the first actuating element 44 and the second actuating element 943. Tenth embodiment

[0283] A bicycle seat support device 1012, comprising a bicycle actuation device 1016 according to a tenth embodiment, is described below with reference to the Fig. Sections 65 to 94 describe the bicycle seat support device 1012. The bicycle seat support device 912 has the same structure as the bicycle seat support device 912, except for the first actuating element 44 and the bicycle actuating device 916. Consequently, the elements that have essentially the same function as those in the preceding embodiments are designated with the same reference numerals and are not described and / or illustrated in detail herefor the sake of brevity.

[0284] As in the Fig. As shown in Figures 65 to 67, the bicycle actuation device 1016 further comprises a first actuating element 1044. The first actuating element 1044 is movably coupled to the base element 40 between a first rest position P1021 and a first actuated position P1022 in order to move the first mechanical control cable C7 relative to the base element 40. The first actuating element 1044 is movable relative to the base element 40 between the first rest position P1021 and the first actuated position P1022 without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40 during a movement of the first actuating element 1044 that occurs between the first rest position P1021 and the first actuated position P1022.

[0285] The first actuating element 1044 has essentially the same structure as the first actuating element 44 of the first embodiment. However, unlike the first actuating element 44 of the first embodiment, the first actuating element 1044 is integrally formed with the brake actuating element 42 as a single, one-piece unit. The brake actuating element 42 and the first actuating element 1044 are pivotable relative to the base element 40 about the first pivot axis A1 between the first rest position P1021 and the first actuated position P1022.

[0286] The bicycle actuation device 1016 has essentially the same structure as the bicycle actuation device 916 of the ninth embodiment. However, unlike the bicycle actuation device 916 of the ninth embodiment, the bicycle actuation device 1016 further comprises a second actuating element 1043, which is movably coupled to the base element 40. One of the first actuating element 1044 and the second actuating element 943 is integrally provided with the brake actuating element 42 as a single, integral unit. In this embodiment, the first actuating element 1044 is integrally provided with the brake actuating element 42 as a single, integral unit. The second actuating element 1043 is a separate element from the brake actuating element 42 and the first actuating element 1044 and is movable relative to the brake actuating element 42 and the first actuating element 1044.However, the second actuating element 1043 can be integrally integrated with the brake actuating element 42 as a single, one-piece unit. In this embodiment, the front derailleur B9 is actuated via the second actuating element 1043. Other bicycle components can also be actuated via the second actuating element 1043.

[0287] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 67, the second actuating element 1043 is pivotably coupled to the base element 40 with respect to a second pivot axis A103, which is not parallel to the brake pivot axis A1. In this embodiment, the second pivot axis A103 coincides with the first pivot axis A2 of the first actuating element 1044. However, the second pivot axis A103 may be offset from the first pivot axis A2. The brake actuating element 42 and the second actuating element 1043 are pivotable relative to the base element 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A103 between a second rest position P1051 and a second actuated position P1052.

[0288] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 68, the first actuating element 1044 is coupled to the base element 40 between a first rest position P1021 and a first actuated position P1022 in order to move the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40. The first actuating element 1044 is movable relative to the base element 40 between the first rest position P1021 and the first actuated position P1022 without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable C1 relative to the base element 40 during a movement of the first actuating element 1044 that occurs between the first rest position P1021 and the first actuated position P1022.

[0289] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 67, the first actuating element 1044, together with the second actuating element 1043, is pivoted relative to the base element 40 from the first rest position P1021 to the first actuated position P1022 when the second actuating element 1043 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 from the second rest position P1051 to the second actuated position P1052, even if the first actuating element 1044 is not actuated. As shown in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 38, the first actuating element 1044 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 and the second actuating elements 42 and 1043 from the first rest position P1021 to the first actuated position P1022 when only the first actuating element 1044 is actuated.

[0290] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 69, the brake actuating element 42 and the first actuating element 1044 are pivotally coupled to the coupling element 274 with respect to the first pivot axis A2 via the second shaft 64. The second actuating element 1043 is pivotally coupled to the coupling element 274 with respect to the second pivot axis A93 via the second shaft 64. The second preloading element 265 is mounted on the second shaft 64 to move the brake actuating element 42 and the first actuating element 1044 towards the first rest position P1021 ( Fig. 37) to preload. The second preloading member 65 is mounted on the second shaft 64 to move the second actuating member 1043 to the second rest position P1051 ( Fig. 38) to pre-tension.

[0291] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 69, the bicycle actuation device 1016 further comprises a cable actuation structure 1074. The cable actuation structure 1074 is mounted to the third shaft 72. The third shaft 72 defines a pivot axis A107. As shown in the Fig. 70 and Fig. As shown in Figure 71, the cable actuation structure 1074 includes the cable control body 976 and a positioning structure 1078. The cable control body 976 is configured to be coupled to the second actuating element 1043 in order to move the second mechanical control cable C7 relative to the base element 40 in the pull direction D41 and the release direction D42, opposite to the pull direction D41, in response to a movement of the second actuating element 1043. The positioning structure 1078 is configured to selectively hold the cable control body 976 at a plurality of control positions.

[0292] As in the Fig. 72 and Fig. As shown in Figure 73, the positioning structure 1078 is coupled to the cable control body 976 to position the cable control body 976 relative to the base member 40 at each of the first control position P941 and the second control position P942 relative to the base member 40. The inner wire C72 is pulled relative to the outer sheath C71 and the base member 40 when the cable control body 976 is pivoted relative to the base member 40 with respect to the axis of rotation A107 from the first control position P941 to the second control position P942. The inner wire C72 is released (returns) relative to the outer sheath C71 and the base member 40 when the cable control body 976 returns relative to the base member 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A103 from the second control position P942 to the first control position P941. The cable control body 976 is pivotably coupled to the base element 40 via the third shaft 72 with respect to a rotational axis A107. The third shaft 72 defines the rotational axis A107.As in . Fig. As can be seen in Figure 69, the axis of rotation A107 coincides with the second pivot axis A103, in a state in which the brake actuating element 42 is in the rest position P11.

[0293] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 67, the second actuating element 1043 is movable relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51. The second actuating element 1043 is movably coupled to the base element 40 from a second rest position P1051 to a second actuated position P1052 in the first direction D51. As shown in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 68, the first actuating element 1044 is movable relative to the base element 40 from the first rest position P1021 to the first actuated position P1022 in the first direction D51.

[0294] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 73, the cable control body 976 is designed to pull the second mechanical control cable C7 when the second actuating element 1043 is moved relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51. The cable control body 976 is designed to release the second mechanical control cable C7 when the second actuating element 1043 is moved relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51.

[0295] More specifically, the second actuating element 1043 is movable relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51 to provide a first movement M101. In this embodiment, the first movement M101 is a pivoting movement of the second actuating element 1043. The positioning structure 1078 is coupled to the second actuating element 1043 to move the cable control body 976 such that the second mechanical control cable C7 is moved alternately in the pull direction D41 and the release direction D42 in response to the first movement M101 of the second actuating element 1043.

[0296] As in the Fig. As can be seen from 70 to 73, the positioning structure 1078 includes the positioning element 980, the pivot pin 980A, the first preload element 981, and the release element 990. Therefore, for the sake of brevity, these will not be described in detail here.

[0297] As in the Fig. 71 and Fig. As shown in Figure 73, the positioning structure 1078 includes a first input element 1092, a first actuating element 1088, and a first actuating preload element 1098. The first input element 1092 is pivotably coupled to the base element 40 with respect to the axis of rotation A107. The first input element 1092 is pivotably mounted to the third shaft 72. The first input element 1092 includes a first transmission part 1092A. The first transmission part 1092A is in contact with the second actuating element 1043. The first input element 1092 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 with respect to the axis of rotation A107 when the second actuating element 1043 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A103 from the second rest position P1051 to the second actuated position P1052. The first actuating element 1088 is pivotably coupled to the first input element 1092 with respect to a first actuating pivot axis A105 via a pivot pin 1088A.The first actuating element 1088 includes a first actuating claw. The first actuating preload element 1098 is mounted on the first input element 1092 to preload the first actuating element 1088 towards the cable control body 976. The first actuating preload element 1098 includes a torsion coil spring. The first input element 1092 includes the elongated hole 987B.

[0298] As in the Fig. As shown in Figures 78 to 81, the bicycle actuation device 1016 further comprises an additional cable actuation structure 1091. The additional cable actuation structure 1091 is coupled to the first actuating element 1044 and the second actuating element 1043 to move the first mechanical control cable C1 from the first cable rest position P971 relative to the base element 40 in response to a movement of the first actuating element 1044. More specifically, the additional cable actuation structure 1091 is coupled to the first actuating element 1044 and the second actuating element 1043 to move the first mechanical control cable C1 from the first cable rest position P971 relative to the base element 40 in response to a simultaneous movement of both the first actuating element 1044 and the second actuating element 1043.The additional cable actuation structure 1091 is coupled to the first actuating member 1044 and the second actuating member 1043 to move the inner wire C12 of the first mechanical control cable C1 from the first cable rest position P971 relative to the base member 40 in response to the simultaneous movement of both, of the first actuating member 1044 and the second actuating member 1043.

[0299] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 66, one of the first actuating element 1044 and the second actuating element 1043 is closer to the first end section 46 of the base element 40 than the other of the first actuating element 1044 and the second actuating element 1043. In this embodiment, the second actuating element 1043 is closer to the first end section 46 of the base element 40 than the brake actuating element 42 and the first actuating element 1044. However, the first actuating element 1044 can be closer to the first end section 46 of the base element 40 than the second actuating element 1043.

[0300] As in the Fig. 67 and Fig. As shown in Figure 68, the first actuating element 1044 includes a first longitudinal axis LA102 and a first length L102, which is defined along the first longitudinal axis LA102. The second actuating element 1043 includes a second longitudinal axis LA103 and a second length L103, which is defined along the second longitudinal axis LA103. The first length L102 differs from the second length L103. While the second length L103 is shorter than the first length L102 in this embodiment, the second length L103 can be equal to or longer than the first length L102. In this embodiment, each of the first longitudinal axis LA102 and the second longitudinal axis LA103 intersects with the second pivot axis A103. Each of the first length L102 and the second length L103 is defined by the second pivot axis A103.

[0301] As in the Fig. As shown in Figures 78 to 81, the additional cable actuation structure 1091 includes a second input element 1078, a second actuating element 1093, and an additional cable control body 1095. The second input element 1087 is pivotally coupled to the base element 40 with respect to the axis of rotation A107. The second input element 1087 is pivotally coupled to the third shaft 72. The second input element 1087 includes a second transmission part 1087A. The second transmission part 1087A is contactable with the first actuating element 1044. The second input element 1087 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A103 when the first actuating element 1042 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A103 from the first rest position P1021 to the first actuated position P1022.The first and second input elements 1092 and 1087 are pivoted in the first direction D51 relative to the base element 40 with respect to the axis of rotation A107 when the first actuating element 1044 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 with respect to the first pivot axis A2 from the first rest position P1021 to the first actuated position P1022.

[0302] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 78, the second actuating element 1093 is pivotably coupled to the first input element 1092 with respect to the first actuating pivot axis A105 via the pivot pin 1088A. The second actuating element 1092 includes a second actuating claw. The first actuating preload element 1089 is mounted on the pivot pin 1088A to preload the first actuating element 1088 and the second actuating element 1093. The first actuating preload element 1089 preloads the first actuating element 1088 and the second actuating element 1093 to pivot in directions different from each other with respect to the first actuating pivot axis A105.

[0303] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 79, the second input element 1087 includes a release element 1087B. The release element 1087B is / comes into contact with the first actuating element 1088 in a state in which the first and second actuating elements 1044 and 1043 are / will be positioned at their respective rest positions P1021 and P1051. The first actuating preload element 1089 preloads the first actuating element 1088 to maintain contact with the release element 1087B. In this state, the release element 1087B positions the first actuating element 1088 at an engagement position P1061.

[0304] As in the Fig. 80 and Fig. As shown in Figure 81, the first input element 1092 includes a stopper 1092B. The first actuating preload element 1089 preloads the second actuating element 1093 to maintain contact with the stopper 1092B. In this state, the stopper 1092B positions the second actuating element 1093 in an out-of-engagement position P1081.

[0305] The additional cable control body 1095 includes a second actuating stop 1095A. The second actuating element 1093 is provided radially outward from the second actuating stop 1095A in a state where the second actuating element 1093 is in the out-of-engagement position P1081. Consequently, the second actuating element 1093 is not in contact with the second actuating stop 1095A in a state where the second actuating element 1093 is in the out-of-engagement position P1081, even when the first input element 1092 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51. Consequently, the first mechanical control cable C1 is pulled when the second actuating element 1043 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A103, without any pivoting movement of the first actuating element 1044.The first control cable C1 is released (returns) when the second actuator 1043 returns to the second rest position P1051.

[0306] As in the Fig. 81 and Fig. As shown in Figure 82, the second input element 1087 includes an actuating part 1087C. The second actuating element 1092 includes an actuated part 1093A. The actuating part 1087C is spaced apart from the actuated part 1093A in a state in which the first and second actuating elements 1044 and 1043 are positioned at their respective rest positions P1021 and P1051. The actuating part 1087C presses the actuated part 1093A when the second input element 1087 is pivoted relative to the first input element 1092 by a pivot angle AG2. This pivots the second actuating element 1093 relative to the first input element 1092 with respect to the first actuating pivot axis A105 from the out-of-engagement position P1081 to an engagement position P1082. Fig. 81). The swivel angle AG2 is defined by a distance CL2 between the second actuating element 1043 and the second transmission part 1087A. The second actuating element 1093 is touchable with the second actuating stop 1095A in a state in which the second actuating element 1093 is at the engagement position P1082.

[0307] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 79, the release part 1087B moves the first actuating element 1088 away from the cable control body 976 when the second input element 1087 is pivoted relative to the first input element 1092 by the pivot angle AG2. This pivots the first actuating element 1088 relative to the first input element 1092 with respect to the first actuating pivot axis A105 from the engaged position P1061 to an out-of-engagement position P1062. The first actuating element 1088 is provided radially outward from the first actuating stop 986A. Consequently, the first actuating element 1088A is not in contact with the first actuating stop 976A when the second input element 1087 is pivoted relative to the first input element 1092 by the pivot angle AG2.

[0308] Consequently, the additional cable actuation structure 1091 is coupled to the first actuating element 1044 and the second actuating element 1043 to maintain a position of the first mechanical control cable C1 at the first cable rest position P971 relative to the base element 40 in response to the movement of only one of the first actuating element 1044 and the second actuating element 1043. In this embodiment, the additional cable actuation structure 1091 is coupled to the first actuating element 1044 and the second actuating element 1043 to maintain the position of the first mechanical control cable C1 at the first cable rest position P971 relative to the base element 40 in response to the movement of only the second actuating element 1043.More specifically, the additional cable actuation structure 1091 is coupled to the first actuating element 1044 and the second actuating element 1043 to maintain the position of the inner wire C12 of the first mechanical control cable C1 at the first cable rest position P971 relative to the base element 40 in response to the movement of only the second actuating element 1043. However, the additional cable actuation structure 1091 can also be coupled to the first actuating element 1044 and the second actuating element 1043 to maintain the position of the first mechanical control cable C1 at the first cable rest position P971 relative to the base element 40 in response to the movement of only the first actuating element 1044.

[0309] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 75, the first actuating element 1088 comes into contact with the second contact surface 976C when the first input element 1092 is pivoted relative to the second input element 1087 by a pivot angle AG3 in the first direction D51, in a state in which the cable control body 976 is positioned at the second control position P942 due to the preload force of the first actuating preload element 1089. In this state, the first actuating element 1088 is positioned at the second engagement position P1062. For example, the pivot angle AG3 is greater than the pivot angle AG2 ( Fig. 73).

[0310] As in the Fig. 76 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 77, the first actuating element 1088 can be touched with the release stop 990A before the first actuating element 1088 is / comes into contact with the first actuating stop 976A, in a state in which the first actuating element 1088 is at the second engagement position P1062 ( Fig. 75). In this state, the first movement M101 of the second actuating element 943 is transmitted to the release element 99 via the first input element 1092 and the first actuating element 1088. This pivots the positioning element 980 with respect to the positioning pivot axis A104 against a preload force of the first preloading element 981 in order to move away from the cable control body 976.

[0311] The pull and release actuation of the bicycle actuation device 1016 for the first mechanical control cable C1 is described in detail below with reference to the Fig. Described in pages 83 to 88. Fig. Figure 83 shows the bicycle actuation device 1016 in a non-actuated state, in which the illustrated parts are in their rest positions. Fig. Figures 83 to 88 show the parts of the bicycle actuation device 1016 which are moved one after the other as soon as the first actuating element 1044 is pivoted from the first rest position P1021 to the first actuated position P1022 in order to carry out the pull actuation of the first mechanical control cable C1.

[0312] More specifically, as in the Fig. 83 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 84, when the first actuating element 1044 is pivoted by the user relative to the base element 40 with respect to the first pivot axis A2 from the first rest position P1021 to the first actuated position P1022, the second transmission part 1087A of the second input element 1087 is pressed towards the second actuating element 1043 by the first contact part 1044A of the first actuating element 1044. At this point, the second input element 1087 is rotated relative to the first input element 1092 with respect to the rotation axis A107 in the first direction D51 by the pivot angle AG2 ( Fig. 73) pivoted. This pivots the first actuating element 1088 from the engagement position P1061 to the disengagement position P1062. This prevents the first actuating element 1088 from engaging with the first actuating stop 976A of the cable control body 976, even if the first input element 1092 is pivoted relative to the cable control body 976 in the first direction D51.

[0313] Furthermore, as in Fig. As can be seen on page 85, the actuating part 1087C moves the actuated part 1093A to pivot the second actuating element 1093 when the second input element 1087 is moved relative to the first input element 1092 with respect to the axis of rotation A107 in the first direction D51 by the pivot angle AG2 ( Fig. 73) is pivoted. This allows the second actuating element 1093 to engage with the second actuating stop 1095A when the first input element 1092 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51.

[0314] As in the Fig. 86 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 87, the second input element 1087, the first input element 1092, and the first actuating element 1044 are pivoted integrally relative to the base element 40, together with the second actuating element 1043, in the first direction D51 when the second actuating element 1043 is further pivoted relative to the base element 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A103 in the first direction D51. This pivots the additional cable control body 1095 relative to the base element 40 from the additional rest position P991 in the first direction D51, while the cable control body 976 is in the first control position P941. Consequently, the inner wire C12 of the first mechanical control cable C1 is pulled when the first actuating element 1044 and the second actuating element 1043 are pivoted together relative to the base element 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A103.When the first actuator 1044 returns to the first rest position P1021 by removing or reducing an actuating force applied to the first actuator 1044 by the user, the inner wire C12 of the first mechanical control cable C1 is released into or returns to the first cable rest position P971.

[0315] The cable actuation of the bicycle actuation device 1016 for the second mechanical control cable C7 is described below with reference to the Fig. 73 and 88 to 90 are described in detail. Fig. Figure 73 shows the bicycle actuation device 1016 in a non-actuated state, in which the illustrated parts are in their rest positions. Fig. Figures 88 to 93 show the parts of the bicycle actuation device 1016, which are moved one after the other as soon as the second actuating element D1043 is pivoted from the second rest position P1051 to the second actuated position P1052 and then back to the second rest position P1051 to perform the pull actuation of the second mechanical control cable C7.

[0316] As in the Fig. 73 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 88, when the second actuating element 1043 is pivoted by the user relative to the base element 42 with respect to the second pivot axis A103 from the second rest position P1051 to the second actuated position P1052, the first transmission part 1092A of the first input element 1092 is pressed by the second actuating element 1043. Consequently, the first input element 1092 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 with respect to the rotation axis A107 in the first direction D51, while the first actuating element 1044 and the second input element 1087 remain stationary relative to the base element 40. This brings the first actuating element 1088 into engagement with the first actuating stop 976A of the cable control body 976.

[0317] As in the Fig. 89 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 90, when the second actuating element 1043 is pivoted further relative to the base element 40 with respect to the axis of rotation A107 in the first direction D51, the cable control body 976 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 with respect to the axis of rotation A107 in the first direction D51. Consequently, the inner wire C72 of the second mechanical control cable C7 is pulled from the first cable rest position P971 in response to the pivoting movement of the second actuating element 1043. The cable control body 976 is positioned at the second control position P942 relative to the base element 40 by the positioning element 980 and the second positioning stop 985. This positions the inner wire C72 of the second mechanical control cable C7 at the cable-actuated position.

[0318] The release mechanism of the bicycle actuation device 1016 for the second mechanical control cable C7 is described in detail below with reference to the Fig. described in sections 90 to 93. As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 90, the first actuating element 988 is positioned at the second engagement position P962 by the second contact surface 976C, in a state in which the cable control body 976 is at the second control position P942. This allows the first actuating element 988 to come into contact with the release stop 990A of the release element 990 when the second actuating element 1043 and the first input element 1092 are pivoted relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51.

[0319] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 91, the release element 99 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51 when the second actuating element 1043 and the first input element 1092 are pivoted relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51. At this point, the first actuating element 988 is not engaged with the first actuating stop 976A.

[0320] As in the Fig. 91 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 92, the positioning element 980 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 to move away from the second positioning stop 985 when the second actuating element 1043 and the first input element 1092 are further pivoted relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51. This allows the cable control body 976 to move relative to the base element 40 in the second direction D52 by the preload force of the control preload element 986 ( Fig. 72) to pivot. Consequently, the guide surface 976D of the cable control body 976 guides the first actuating element 988 into the first engagement position P961 in response to the pivoting movement of the cable control body 976. This brings the first actuating element 988 into engagement with the first actuating stop 976A to stop the pivoting movement of the cable control body 976.

[0321] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 93, the positioning element 980 is disengaged from the release stop 990A when the first actuating element 988 is pivoted into the first engagement position P961. This allows the release element 990 to return to its rest position via the preload force of the first preload element 981 through the positioning element 980. The release element 990 is stopped at the rest position by the first projection 990C and the stop pin 982D.

[0322] As in the Fig. 83 and Fig. As shown in Figure 93, the second actuating element 1043 and the first input element 1092 return to their rest positions when the second actuating element 1043 returns to the second rest position P1051. At that time, the cable control body 976 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 in the second direction D52, thereby engaging the positioning element 980 with the first positioning stop 98. Consequently, the cable control body 976 is positioned at the first control position P941 relative to the base element 40, thereby positioning the inner wire C72 of the second mechanical control cable C7 at the first cable rest position.

[0323] With the bicycle seat support device 1012 and the bicycle actuation device 1016, it is possible to achieve essentially the same effects as with the bicycle seat support device 912 and the bicycle actuation device 916 of the ninth embodiment. Eleventh embodiment

[0324] A bicycle seat support device 1012, comprising a bicycle actuation device 1116 according to an eleventh embodiment, is described below with reference to the Fig. described in sections 94 to 113. The bicycle seat support device 1112 has essentially the same structures as those of the bicycle seat support device 312, except for the bicycle actuation device 316. Consequently, the elements that have essentially the same function as those of the preceding embodiments are identified by the same reference numerals and are not described or illustrated herein for the sake of brevity.

[0325] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 94, the bicycle actuation device 1116 comprises the base element 40 and the brake actuation element 42. The bicycle actuation device 1116 has essentially the same structure as that of the bicycle actuation device 316 of the third embodiment. As shown in Fig. As shown in Figure 95, the bicycle actuation device 1116 comprises the first actuating element 344. The first actuating element 344 is provided on the first side surface 40A. Unlike the bicycle actuation device 316 of the third embodiment, however, the bicycle actuating device 1116 further comprises a second actuating element 1143, which is movably coupled to the base element 40. The second actuating element 1143 is movable relative to the base element 40 in a first direction D51. More specifically, the second actuating element 1143 is movable relative to the base element 40 from a second rest position P1150 to a second actuated position P1151 or P1152 in the first direction D51. The second actuated position P1151 can also be referred to as the first actuated position P1151. The actuated position P1152 can also be referred to as the second actuated position P1152.

[0326] As in the Fig. 95 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 96, one of the first actuating element 344 and the second actuating element 1143 is integrally provided with the brake actuating element 42 as a single, one-piece unit. In this embodiment, the second actuating element 1143 is integrally provided with the brake actuating element 42 as a single, one-piece unit. However, the second actuating element 1143 can also be a separate element from the brake actuating element.

[0327] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 95, the second actuating element 1143 is pivotably coupled to the base element 40 with respect to a second pivot axis A113, which is not parallel to the brake pivot axis A1. In this embodiment, as shown in the Fig. As can be seen from 95 to 97, the brake actuating element and the second actuating element 1143 are pivotable together relative to the base element 40 with respect to each of the brake pivot axis A1 and the second pivot axis A3.

[0328] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 96, the bicycle actuation device 1116 further comprises a cable actuation structure 1174. The cable actuation structure 1174 is coupled to the second actuating element 1143 to move the second mechanical control cable C7 relative to the base element 40 in response to a movement of the second actuating element 1143. The cable actuation structure 1174 includes a cable control body 1176 and a positioning structure 1178.

[0329] As in the Fig. 95 and Fig. As shown in Figure 96, the cable control body 1176 is configured to be coupled to the second actuating element 1143 in order to move the second mechanical control cable C7 relative to the base element 40 in the pull direction D41 and the release direction D42, opposite to the pull direction D41, in response to a movement of the second actuating element 1143. The positioning structure 1178 is configured to selectively hold the cable control body 1176 at a plurality of control positions. The positioning structure 1178 is coupled to the cable control body 1176 to position the cable control body 1176 relative to the base element 40 at each of at least three control positions relative to the base element 40. In this embodiment, the positioning structure 1178 is coupled to the cable control body 1176 to position the cable control body 1176 relative to the base member 40 at each of three control positions relative to the base member 40.The front derailleur B9 has three shift positions (e.g., upper, middle, and lower shift positions). The control positions of the positioning structure 1178 correspond to the shift positions of the front derailleur B9.

[0330] The cable control body 1176 is configured to pull the second mechanical control cable C7 when the second actuating element 1143 is moved relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51. The cable control body 1176 is configured to release the second mechanical control cable C7 when the second actuating element 1143 is moved relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51.

[0331] The second actuating element 1143 is movable relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51 to provide a first movement M111 and a first additional movement M112, different from the first movement M111. In this embodiment, the distance of movement (e.g., a pivot angle) of the first additional movement M112 differs from the distance of movement (e.g., a pivot angle) of the first movement M111. The positioning structure 1178 is coupled to the second actuating element 1143 to move the cable control body 1176 such that the second mechanical control cable C7 is moved in the release direction D42 in response to the first movement M111 of the second actuating element 1143. The positioning structure 1178 is coupled to the second actuating element 1143 to move the cable control body 1176 such that the second mechanical control cable C7 is moved in the pull direction D41.Direction of pull, in response to the first additional movement M112 of the second actuating member 1143.

[0332] As in Fig. As can be seen in figures 95 to 98, the brake actuating element 42 and the second actuating element 1143 are movably coupled relative to the base element 40. The brake actuating element 42 is coupled to the base element 40 to perform a brake actuation after the latter has traveled along a brake path B ( Fig. 76). The second actuating element 1143 is coupled to the base element 40 to perform a switching actuation after it has moved along a switching path S ( Fig. 95) was moved differently from braking path B.

[0333] As in the Fig. 96 and Fig. As shown in Figure 97, the brake actuating element 42 (the second actuating element 1143) is rotatably or pivotably attached to a lever support 1138 of the cable actuating structure 1174 in order to pivot about the brake pivot axis A1 to perform the brake actuation after it has been moved along the brake path B. The lever support 1138 is pivotably coupled to the base element 40 about the second pivot axis A113. Consequently, the second actuating element 1143 (brake actuating element 42), which is attached to the lever support 1138, is further pivotably mounted to the cable actuating structure 1174 in order to pivot about the second pivot axis A113 to perform the switching actuation after it has been moved along the switching path S, which is different from the brake path B. In this embodiment, the brake pivot axis A1 is substantially perpendicular to the second pivot axis A113.

[0334] The brake actuating element 42 includes a receiving section 1141 for receiving one end of the inner wire 22, which extends through a cable passage 1142 of the cable actuating structure 1174. The other end of the inner wire C22 is attached to the brake device (not shown) as described above. The inner wire C22 is slidably received in the outer sheath C21. The cable passage 1142 of the cable actuating structure 1174 is designed to receive the outer sheath C21 of the mechanical control cable C2.

[0335] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 99, the outer sheath C21 extends through a hollow cable receiving shaft 1144. In other words, the cable passage 1142 is formed in the hollow cable receiving shaft 1144. The hollow cable receiving shaft 1144 is attached to the base member 40. A return spring 1145 is arranged relative to the hollow cable receiving shaft 1144. The return spring 1145 pre-tensions the lever support 1138 such that the brake actuating member 42 (the second actuating member 1143) is in the second rest position P1150 ( Fig. 95) with regard to the switching path S ( Fig. 95 and Fig. 98). Furthermore, the second actuating element 42 is pre-tensioned by a return spring (not shown) to position the brake actuating element 42 (the second actuating element 1143) in the rest position P11 ( Fig. 96) to position with respect to braking path B.

[0336] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 97, when the brake actuating element 42 (the second actuating element 1143) is pivoted with respect to the brake pivot axis A1 along the brake path B towards the steering rod B2, the inner wire C22 of the mechanical control cable C2 is pulled through the brake actuating element 42 (the second actuating element 1143).

[0337] As in the Fig. 96 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 99, the cable actuation structure 1174 is coupled to the base element 40 and is designed to respond to the movement of the second actuation element 1143 along the switching path ( Fig. 95 and Fig. 98) to be activated. As in the Fig. 95, Fig. 96 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 98, when the second actuating element 1143 is pivoted along the shift path S, this movement actuates the cable actuating structure 1174 to pull or release the inner cable C52 of the second mechanical control cable C7 in order to change a gear speed of the front derailleur B9.

[0338] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 99, in this embodiment, the cable passage 1142 extends through the cable control body 1176. Furthermore, in this embodiment, the lever support 1138 is pivotably mounted on the hollow cable receiving shaft 1144 with respect to an axis of rotation R. In this embodiment, the movable part 1148 of the cable actuation structures 1174 further includes a ratchet wheel 1152, which is fixed to the cable control body 1176 in order to rotate together with the cable control body 1176 with respect to the axis of rotation R. The cable actuation structure 1174 further includes a holding mechanism 1174 and a drive mechanism 1176. The cable control body 1176 includes a groove 1176A along its periphery to receive the inner cable C52 of the second mechanical control cable C7 in a reel-like manner. The cable control body 1176 is mounted in a first or cable release direction D1 ( Fig. 102) is pre-tensioned by tension in the inner cable C52 and by a return spring 1158. The return spring 1158 connects the cable control body 1176 to the base element 40.

[0339] As in the Fig. As shown in Figures 100 to 105, the ratchet wheel 1152 comprises a periphery and a plurality of ratchet teeth 1160, which are arranged relative to the periphery. The holding mechanism 1154 includes a positioning element 1162, which can be engaged with the ratchet teeth 1160 to prevent rotation or unwinding of the cable control body 1176. The positioning element 1162 includes a positioning claw. The ratchet tooth 1152 is rotatably mounted on the hollow cable receiving shaft 1144 and rotates with the cable control body 1176. The ratchet teeth 1160 correspond to the gear positions or switching positions of the cable actuation structure 1174. Alternatively, the ratchet tooth 1152 and the cable control body 1176 can be formed from a single piece. The positioning element 1162 is rotatable with respect to a first pivot shaft 1164, which is fixed to the base element 40, and is positioned axially by a retaining ring 1166.The positioning element 1162 comprises a body 1168 and a first nose 1170 extending from the body 1168. The first nose 1170 is biased to engage with one of the detent teeth 1160 by a biased spring 1172 (. Fig. 99), which is mounted coaxially to the first pivot shaft 1164, to engage / come into engagement.

[0340] The cable actuation structure 1174 includes a winding claw 1175, which is rotatably mounted with respect to a second pivot shaft 1177 that is mounted to the lever support 1138. The winding claw 1175 is axially positioned by a retaining ring 1175A. The winding claw 1175 comprises a body 1180, a second lug 1182 extending from the body 1180, and a rear section 1184. A pre-tensioned spring 1186 ( Fig. 99) pre-tensions the winding claw 1175 such that the second lug 1182 moves towards the detent teeth 1160 when the second actuating element 1143 is actuated from the second rest position P1150 along the switching path S. The rear part 1184 of the winding claw 1175 rests against a disengaging element (e.g., in this embodiment, a disengaging wall 1124A) of the base element 40 when the second actuating element 1143 is in the second rest position P1150.

[0341] As in the Fig. 95, Fig. 96 and Fig. As shown in Figure 98, to actuate the cable actuation structure 1174, the second actuating element 1143 is pivoted with respect to the second pivot axis A113 along the switching path S, causing the first movement M111, which releases the inner wire 1052 of the second mechanical control cable C7. As the cable actuation structure 1174 is pivoted further with respect to the second pivot axis A113 along the switching path S, the first additional movement M112 is caused to pull or wind the inner wire C52. The first movement M111 and the first additional movement M112 occur in the same direction, and the first additional movement M112 is greater than the first movement M111. In these switching actuations, the second actuating element 1143 is moved along the switching path S without substantially actuating or pulling the inner wire C22 of the mechanical control cable C2.

[0342] Regarding the Fig. In sections 100 to 105, a cable release mechanism is described. Before the second actuating element 1143 is actuated, the rear part 1184 of the winding claw 1175 rests against the decoupling wall 1125A ( Fig. 100) and the second actuating element 1143 is moved into the second rest position P1150 ( Fig. 95). Furthermore, the cable control body 1176 and the ratchet wheel 1152 are held in a selected switching position or gear position by the positioning element 1162 in engagement with a corresponding first ratchet tooth 1160A.

[0343] Referring to Fig. 101, as soon as the second actuating element 1143 is actuated by the driver, the second actuating element 1143 and the lever support 1138 pivot with respect to the second pivot axis A113 ( Fig. 99), in order to move the winding claw 1175 away from the decoupling wall 1124A and to pivot the second nose 1182 towards the ratchet teeth 1160. As in Fig. As can be seen in diagram 112, as soon as the second actuating element 1143 is pivoted further, the second lug 1182 engages with the first lug 1170, caused by the positioning element 1162 releasing the first detent tooth 1160A of the detent wheel 1152. As soon as this is released, the detent wheel 1152 rotates in a first direction D111 with respect to the axis of rotation R until the first detent tooth 1160A engages with the second lug 1182. This action provides both audible and tactile feedback to the driver, signaling the driver to release the second actuating element 1143 if cable release is desired.

[0344] Referring to Fig. 103, as soon as the second actuating element 1143 is released or freed or ejected or triggered, the second actuating element 1143 is moved towards the second rest position P1150 under the preload force of the spring 1145 ( Fig. 96 and Fig. 98) pivoted and the ratchet wheel 1152 rotates in the first direction of rotation D111. Furthermore, the first lug 1170 moves towards an engagement with a recess that is connected to a second ratchet tooth 1160B of the ratchet wheel 1152, and the rear part 1184 moves towards the engagement with the decoupling wall 1124A. As soon as the second actuating element 1143 is pivoted further towards the second rest position P1150, the second lug 1182 is pivoted further away from the ratchet teeth 1160 due to the torque generated as soon as the rear part 1184 engages the decoupling wall 1124A ( Fig. 104) presses. When the winding claw 1175 disengages from the detent teeth 1160, the detent tooth 1152 rotates in the first direction D111 under the force of the inner cable C52 of the second mechanical control cable C7 and the return spring 1158 until the first lug 1170 engages with the second detent tooth 60B, resulting in a gear change by increasing the gear in the first direction D111. At the end of the cable release actuation, the winding claw 1175 moves back to its rest position against the decoupling wall 1144A ( Fig. 105), in order to position the second actuating element 1143 in the second rest position P1150.

[0345] The Fig. Figures 106 to 113 illustrate an embodiment of a cable pulling actuation. In this embodiment, before the second actuating element 1143 is actuated, the rear part 1184 rests against the decoupling wall 1124A ( Fig. 106) and the second actuating element 1143 is in its rest position P1150 ( Fig. 96). Furthermore, the cable control body 1176 and the ratchet wheel 1152 are shown held in a selected gear position by the positioning element 1162 in engagement with a corresponding first ratchet tooth 1160A.

[0346] Referring to Fig. 107, as soon as the second actuating element 1143 is actuated by the driver, the second actuating element 1143 and the lever support 1138 pivot with respect to the second pivot axis A113 ( Fig. 99), in order to move the winding claw 1175 away from the decoupling wall 1124A and to pivot the second nose 1182 towards the locking teeth 1160. As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 108, as soon as the second actuating element 1143 is pivoted further, the second lug 1182 engages with the first lug 1170, thereby disengaging the first lug 1170 from the engagement with the first detent tooth 1160A. As soon as this is released, the detent wheel 1152 rotates in the first direction of rotation D111 until the first detent tooth 1160A engages with the second lug 1182. As soon as the brake actuating element 42 (the second actuating element 1143) is pivoted further along the switching path S, the winding claw 1175 drives the detent tooth 1152 in a second direction of rotation D112 ( Fig. 109), which is opposite to the first direction of rotation D111. As soon as the positioning element 1162 disengages, the ratchet wheel 1152 rotates freely with respect to the winding jaw 1175 ( Fig. 109).

[0347] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 110, as soon as the second actuating element 1143 is pivoted further, the winding claw 1175 continues to rotate the ratchet wheel 1152 in the second direction of rotation D112 until the positioning element 1162 engages with a third ratchet tooth 1160C on the ratchet wheel 1152, resulting in a single gear change in the second direction of rotation D111. The driver can easily shift through multiple gears in the second direction of rotation D112 by simply continuing the movement of the second actuating element 1143 along the shift path S until the desired gear position is reached. Audible and tactile feedback is provided to the driver as soon as each gear change has been completed.

[0348] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 111, after the desired gear position has been reached, the driver releases the second actuating element 1143 to cause the second actuating element 1143 and the winding claw 1175 to pivot towards their rest positions under the force of the return spring 1145. As soon as the second actuating element 1143 continues to pivot towards its rest position, the rear part 1184 presses against the decoupling wall 1124A to generate a torque that moves the winding claw 1175 away from the detent teeth 1160 ( Fig. 112) turns. Referring to Fig. 113, the winding claw 1175 is in the rest position against the decoupling wall 1124A, with the second nose 1182 out of engagement with the ratchet wheel 1152.

[0349] In other words, to shift a derailleur such as a B9 front derailleur, as in the Fig. 95 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 98, the second actuating element 1143 is designed to move along the switching path S from the second rest position P1150 to the first actuated position P1151 in order to actuate the cable actuating structure 1174, and is designed to move along the switching path S from the second rest position P1150 to the second actuated position P1152 in order to actuate the cable actuating structure 1174. The first actuated position P1151 is further away from the second rest position P1150 than the second actuated position P1152. This means that the movable part 1148, including the cable control body 1176, is designed to move with respect to the axis of rotation R in the first direction D111 ( Fig. 108) and the second direction ( Fig. 109), opposite to the first direction D111. The cable actuation structure 1174 is configured to rotate the cable control body 1176 in the first direction of rotation D111 as soon as the second actuating element 1143 is moved from the second rest position P1150 to the first actuated position P1151 and is configured to rotate the cable control body 1176 in the second direction of rotation D112 as soon as the second actuating element 1143 is moved away from the second rest position P1150 to the second actuated position P1152.

[0350] As explained herein, the second actuating element 1143 is pivoted along the switching path S with respect to the second pivot axis A113 to provide the first movement M111 for releasing the inner wire C52 of the second mechanical control cable C7, and in the same direction to provide the first additional movement M112 for pulling the inner wire C52. In this embodiment, the first additional movement M112 is greater than the first movement M111. However, the first additional movement M112 may be less than the first movement M111. The second actuating element 1143 is moved along the switching path S without pulling the inner wire C22 of the mechanical control cable C2, since the mechanical control cable C2 extends through the cable actuation structure 1174.More specifically, since the mechanical control cable C2 extends along the second pivot axis A113 into the cable actuation structure 1174, and the positional relationship or distance between the end of the inner wire C22 and the second pivot axis A113 remains unchanged, the inner wire C22 of the mechanical control cable C2 is not pulled during shifting. In other words, according to the bicycle actuation device 1116, shifting and braking can be provided simultaneously.

[0351] With the bicycle seat support device 1112 and the bicycle actuation device 1116, it is possible to achieve essentially the same effects as with the bicycle seat support device 312 and the bicycle actuation device 316 of the third embodiment.

[0352] The bicycle seat support device 1112 and the bicycle actuation device 1116 further include the following features.

[0353] (1) One of the first actuating element 344 and the second actuating element 1143 is integrally provided with the brake actuating element 42 as a single, one-piece unit. Accordingly, it is possible to simplify the structure of the bicycle actuating device 1116.

[0354] (2) The second actuating element 1143 is integrally provided with the brake actuating element 42 as a single, one-piece unit. The second actuating element 1143 is pivotally coupled to the base element 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A113, which is not parallel to the brake pivot axis A1. Accordingly, it is possible to distinguish the movement of the second actuating element 1143 from the movement of the brake actuating element 42, even though the second actuating element 1143 is integrally provided with the brake actuating element 42 as a single, one-piece unit. This allows the user to easily distinguish each movement of the brake actuating element 42 from the movement of the second actuating element 1143, including a simplified structure of the bicycle actuating device 1116.

[0355] (3) The cable control body 1176 is designed to pull the second mechanical control cable C7 when the second actuating element 1143 is moved relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51. The cable control body 1176 is designed to release the second mechanical control cable C7 when the second actuating element 1143 is moved relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51. Accordingly, it is possible to release and pull the second mechanical control cable C7 to actuate an additional bicycle component with a simple actuation of the second actuating element 1143.

[0356] (4) The positioning structure 1178 is coupled to the second actuator 1143 to move the cable control body 1176 such that the second mechanical control cable C7 moves in the release direction D42 in response to the first movement M111 of the second actuator 1143. The positioning structure 1178 is coupled to the second actuator 1143 to move the cable control body 1176 such that the second mechanical control cable C7 moves in the pull direction D41 in response to the first additional movement M112 of the second actuator 1143. Accordingly, it is possible to move the second mechanical control cable C7 in the pull direction D41 and the release direction D42 with a single actuation of the second actuator 1143.

[0357] (5) The positioning structure 1178 is coupled to the cable control body 1176 to position the cable control body 1176 relative to the base element 40 at each of at least three control positions relative to the base element 40. Accordingly, it is possible to actuate an additional bicycle component having at least three positions, each corresponding to the at least three control positions, via the second mechanical control cable C7. Twelfth embodiment

[0358] A bicycle seat support device 1212, comprising a bicycle actuation device 1216 according to a twelfth embodiment, is described below with reference to the Fig. The bicycle seat support device 1212 has the same structures as the bicycle seat support device 12, except for the second actuating element 1143. Consequently, the elements that have essentially the same functions as those in the preceding embodiments are designated with the same reference numerals and are not described and / or illustrated in detail herefor the sake of brevity.

[0359] As in the Fig. As shown in Figures 114 to 116, the bicycle actuating device 1216 comprises the base element 40, the brake actuating element 42, the first actuating element 344, and the second actuating element 1243. The bicycle actuating device 1216 has essentially the same structure as the bicycle actuating device 1116 of the eleventh embodiment. The second actuating element 1243 has essentially the same structure as the second actuating element 1143 of the eleventh embodiment. However, unlike the bicycle actuating device 1116 of the eleventh embodiment, the second actuating element 1243 is a separate element from the brake actuating element 42.

[0360] The brake actuating element 42 is pivotally coupled to the base element 40 with respect to the brake pivot axis A1 without being coupled via the lever support 1138 of the cable actuating structure 1174. The second actuating element 1243 is movably coupled to the base element 40. The second actuating element 1243 is pivotally coupled to the lever support 1138 with respect to the second pivot axis A113. The second actuating element 1243 is pivotally coupled to the lever support 1138 with respect to a third pivot axis A124, which is not parallel to the second pivot axis A113.

[0361] With the bicycle seat support device 1212 and the bicycle actuation device 1216, it is possible to achieve essentially the same effects as with the bicycle seat support device 1112 and the bicycle actuation device 1116 of the eleventh embodiment. Thirteenth embodiment

[0362] A bicycle seat support device 1312 comprising a bicycle actuation device 1316 according to a thirteenth embodiment is described below with reference to the Fig. The bicycle seat support device 1312 is described in sections 117 to 125. It has essentially the same structures as the bicycle seat support device 312, except for the bicycle actuation device 316. Consequently, the elements that have essentially the same function as those in the preceding embodiments are designated with the same reference numerals and are not described and / or illustrated in detail herefor the sake of brevity.

[0363] As in the Fig. 117 and Fig. As shown in Figure 118, the bicycle actuation device 1316 comprises the base element 40, a brake actuation element 1342, and the first actuating element 344. The brake actuating element 1342 is movably coupled to the base element 40 to actuate the brake device B7. The first actuating element 344 is provided on the first side surface 40A. However, the first actuating element 344 can also be provided on a second side surface 40B, opposite the first side surface 40A. The bicycle actuation device 1316 has essentially the same structure as the bicycle actuating device 316 of the third embodiment.

[0364] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 119, unlike the bicycle actuation device 316 of the third embodiment, the brake actuation element 1342 is pivotably coupled to the base element 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A133 in addition to the brake pivot axis A1. The brake actuation element 1342 is pivotable relative to the base element 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A133 between a third rest position P1331 and a third actuated position P1332.

[0365] Furthermore, as in Fig. 120 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 121, the bicycle actuation device 1316 further comprises a second actuating element 1343 and a cable actuation structure 1374. The second actuating element 1343 is movably coupled to the base element 40. More specifically, the second actuating element 1343 is movably coupled to the base element 40 from a second rest position P1341 to a second actuated position P1342 in the first direction D51.

[0366] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 120, the second actuating element 1343 is pivotably coupled to the base element 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A133, which is not parallel to the brake pivot axis A1. In this embodiment, the second actuating element 1343 is pivotable relative to the base element 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A133 between the second rest position P1341 and the second actuated position P1342.

[0367] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 119, the brake actuating member 1342 and the second actuating member 1343 are pivoted together relative to the base member 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A133 when the brake actuating member 1342 is pivoted relative to the base member 40 from the third rest position P1331 to the third actuated position P1332. As shown in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 120, the second actuating member 1343 is pivoted relative to the base member 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A133 without pivoting the brake actuating member 1342 when the second actuating member 1343 is pivoted relative to the base member 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A133 from the second rest position P1341 to the second actuated position P1342.

[0368] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 121, the cable actuation structure 1374 is coupled to the second actuating element 1343 to move the second mechanical control cable C7 relative to the base element 40 in response to a movement of the second actuating element 1343. The cable actuation structure 1374 includes a cable control body 1376 and a positioning structure 1378.

[0369] As in the Fig. 122 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 123, the cable control body 1376 is designed to be coupled to the second actuating element 1343 in order to move the second mechanical control cable C7 relative to the base element 40 in one direction opposite to the pull direction D41 and the release direction D42, in response to a movement of the second actuating element 1343. The cable control body 1376 is coupled to the brake actuating element 42 and the first actuating element 344 in order to move the second mechanical control cable C7 relative to the base element 40 in the other direction opposite to the pull direction D41 and the release direction D42, in response to a movement of the brake actuating element 1342 and the first actuating element 344.

[0370] In this embodiment, the cable control body 1376 is configured to be coupled to the second actuating element 1343 in order to move the second mechanical control cable C7 relative to the base element 40 in the release direction D42 in response to a movement of the second actuating element 1343. The cable control body 1376 is coupled to the second actuating element 1343 in order to move the second mechanical control cable C7 relative to the base element 40 in the pull direction D41 in response to a movement of the brake actuating element 1342.

[0371] The positioning structure 1378 is configured to selectively hold the cable control body 1376 at a plurality of control positions. The positioning structure 1378 is coupled to the cable control body 1376 to position the cable control body 1376 relative to the base element 40 at each of at least three control positions relative to the base element 40. In this embodiment, the positioning structure 1378 is coupled to the cable control body 1376 to position the cable control body 1376 relative to the base element 40 at each of three control positions relative to the base element 40. The total number of control positions is not limited in this embodiment.

[0372] A first return spring 1377 ( Fig. 96) is designed to pre-tension the first brake actuating element 1342 from the third actuated position P1332 to the third rest position P1331. A second return spring 1379 ( Fig. 96) is designed to pre-tension the second actuating element 1343 from the second actuated position P1342 to the second rest position P1341.

[0373] As in the Fig. 123 and Fig. As illustrated in Figure 124, the cable actuation structure 1374 comprises a first input element 1380 and a second unit element 1382. The cable control body 1376 is rotatably positioned relative to the base element 40 about an axis of rotation A137. The cable control body 1376 is pivotally coupled to the base element 40 about the axis of rotation A137 via the third shaft 72. The inner wire C72 of the second mechanical control cable C7 is wound around the cable control body 1376. One end of the inner wire C72 of the second mechanical control cable C7 is attached to the cable control body 1376.

[0374] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 125, the cable control body 1376 has a substantially cylindrical shape and includes a cable fastening part 1376A, to which the end of the inner wire C72 of the second mechanical control cable C7 is attached. When the cable control body 1376 is rotated relative to the base member 40 in a first pivoting direction R1, the inner wire C72 of the second mechanical control cable C7 is received by the cable control body 1376. When the cable control body 1376 is pivoted relative to the base member 40 in a second pivoting direction R2 with respect to the second pivoting axis A133, the inner wire C72 of the second mechanical control cable C7 is released (unwound) from the cable control body 1376. The cable control body 1376 is biased in the second pivoting direction R2 by a receiving return spring (not shown).More specifically, the receiving return spring applies a preload force to the cable control body 1376 to pivot relative to the base element 40 in the second pivoting direction R2. Specifically, the receiving return spring preloads the cable control body 1376 in the second pivoting direction R2 to release (unwind) the inner wire C72 of the second mechanical control cable C7.

[0375] In this embodiment, as in the Fig. 122, Fig. 123 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 125, when the brake actuating element 1342 is actuated from the third rest position P1331 to the third actuated position P1332, the cable control body 1376 rotates with respect to the second pivot axis A133 relative to the base element 40 in the first pivot direction R1 to receive the inner wire C72 of the second mechanical control cable C7. When the second actuating element 1343 is actuated from the second rest position P1341 to the second actuated position P1342, the cable control body 1376 rotates with respect to the second pivot axis A133 in the second pivot direction R2 to release (unwind) the inner wire C72 of the second mechanical control cable C7.

[0376] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 122, the first input element 1380 pivots with respect to the second pivot axis A133 in response to the pivoting movement of the brake actuating element 1342 with respect to the second pivot axis A133. More specifically, one end of the first input element 1380 is configured to contact the brake actuating element 1342 in order to be pressed by a contact part 1342A of the brake actuating element 1342 from the third rest position P1331 to the third actuated position P1332. Consequently, when the brake actuating element 1342 pivots with respect to the second pivot axis A133 relative to the base element 40 from the third rest position P1331 to the third actuated position P1332, the first input element 1380 pivots with respect to the second pivot axis A133 relative to the base element 40 together with the brake actuating element 1342. The pivoting movement of the brake actuating element 1342 is transmitted to the positioning structure 1378 via the first input element 1380.

[0377] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 123, the second input element 1382 pivots with respect to the second pivot axis A133 in response to the pivoting movement of the second actuating element 1343 with respect to the second pivot axis A133. More specifically, one end of the second input element 1382 is designed to contact the second actuating element 1343 in order to be pushed by the second actuating element 1343 from the second rest position P1341 to the second actuated position P1342. Consequently, when the second actuating element 1342 pivots with respect to the second pivot axis A133 relative to the base element 40 from the second rest position P1341 to the second actuated position P1342, the second input element 1382 pivots with respect to the second pivot axis A133 relative to the base element 40 together with the second actuating element 1343. This pivoting movement of the second actuating element 1343 is transferred to the positioning structure 1378 via the second input element 1382.

[0378] Furthermore, the second actuating element 1343 is pivoted with respect to the second pivot axis A133 in response to a pivoting movement of the brake actuating element 1342. More specifically, the second actuating element 1343, the first input element 1380, and the second input element 1382 are pivoted with respect to the second pivot axis A133 relative to the base element 40 together with the brake actuating element 1342 when the brake actuating element 1342 is pivoted with respect to the second pivot axis A133 relative to the base element 40 towards the third actuated position P1332.

[0379] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 125, the positioning structure 1378 includes a positioning plate 1384, a receiving plate 1385, a positioning element 1386, a receiving claw 1387, a release claw 1388, a release plate 1389 and a locking claw 1390.

[0380] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 124, the positioning plate 1384 and the receiving plate 1385 are attached to the cable control body 1376 in order to rotate together with the cable control body 1376 about the second pivot axis A133. Specifically, the cable control body 1376, the positioning plate 1384, and the receiving plate 1385 are integrally rotatable about the second pivot axis A133 relative to the base member 40.

[0381] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 125, the cable control body 1376, the positioning plate 1384, and the receiving plate 1385 are biased in the second pivoting direction R2 by the receiving return spring (not shown). The positioning plate 1384 includes positioning teeth 1384A. The receiving plate 1385 includes receiving teeth 1385A. The positioning element 1386 engages with each of the positioning teeth 1384A of the positioning plate 1384 to maintain the rotational position of the positioning plate 1384 against the bias force of the receiving return spring. The positioning element 1386 includes a positioning claw. The positioning element 1386 is biased by a first claw bias element (not shown) to maintain engagement with the positioning teeth 1384A of the positioning plate 1384.Consequently, the cable control body 1376 is held at a predetermined switching position after either a receiving actuation using the brake actuation element 1342 or a releasing actuation using the second actuation element 1342.

[0382] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 123, the receiving claw 1387 is pivotably provided on the first input element 1380. The receiving claw 1387 and the first input element 1380 are pivoted in the first pivot direction R1 relative to the base element 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A133 when the brake actuating element 1342 is actuated from the third rest position P1331 to the third actuated position P1332.

[0383] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 125, the receiving claw 1387 engages with one of the receiving teeth 1385A of the receiving plate 1385. The receiving claw 1387 is pre-tensioned by a second claw pre-tensioning element (not shown) to engage with the receiving teeth 1385A of the receiving plate 1385. The first input element 1380 and the receiving claw 1387 rotate relative to the base element 40 in the first pivot direction R1 about the second pivot axis A133 when the brake actuating element 1342 is actuated from the third rest position P1331 to the third actuated position P1332. The pivoting movement of the first input element 1380 is transmitted to the receiving plate 1385 via the receiving claw 1387.This causes the receiving plate 1385, the cable control body 1376, and the positioning plate 1384 to pivot relative to the base member 40 in the first pivot direction R1 against the preload force of the receiving return spring with respect to the second pivot axis A133. At this point, one of the positioning teeth 1384A of the positioning plate 1384 lifts the positioning member 1386 against the preload force of the first jaw preload member in response to the rotation of the positioning plate 1384. After the positioning member 1386 passes over one of the positioning teeth 1384A, it engages with the other of the positioning teeth 1384A. This allows the receiving plate 1385, the cable control body 1376 and the positioning plate 1384 to be rotated stepwise with respect to the second pivot axis A133 relative to the base member 40 with a division of the positioning teeth 1384A in the first pivot direction R1.

[0384] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 125, the release plate 1389 is pivoted in the first pivot direction R1 with respect to the second pivot axis A133 by the release claw 1388. The release plate 1389 is designed to release the positioning plate 1384 from the positioning element 1386 in order to rotate the positioning plate 1384 relative to the base element 40 in the second pivot direction R2.

[0385] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 123, the release claw 1388 is pivotably mounted on the second input element 1382. The release claw 1388 and the second input element 1382 rotate in the first pivot direction R1 relative to the base element 40 about the second pivot axis A133 when the second actuating element 1343 is actuated from the second rest position P1341 to the second actuated position P1342. The release claw 1388 is designed to be positioned at an out-of-engagement position and an engagement position with respect to the second input element 1382. The release claw 1388 is arranged in the out-of-engage position with respect to the second input element 1382 when the second actuating element 1343 is pivoted from the second rest position P1341 to the second actuated position P1342 in response to the pivoting movement of the brake actuating element 1342.The release claw 1388 is arranged at the engagement position with respect to the second input element 1382 when the second actuating element 1343 is actuated from the second rest position P1341 to the second actuated position P1342, without the pivoting movement of the brake actuating element 1342.

[0386] The engaged position allows the release claw 1388 to contact the release plate 1389 in order to transmit the pivoting movement of the second actuating element 1343 to the release plate 1389. The disengaged position prevents the pivoting movement of the second actuating element 1343 from being transmitted to the release plate 1389 via the release claw 1388. Specifically, the release plate 1389 is rotated by the release claw 1388 in the first pivoting direction R1 with respect to the second pivot axis A133 when the second actuating element 1343 is actuated from the second rest position P1341 to the second actuated position P1342, without the pivoting movement of the brake actuating element 1342.

[0387] When the second actuating element 1343 is pivoted relative to the base element 40 and the brake actuating element 1342 with respect to the second pivot axis A133, the release claw 1388 engages with the release plate 1389 to rotate the release plate 1389 in the first pivot direction R1. The rotation of the release plate 1389 causes the locking claw 1390 to be engaged between the positioning teeth 1384A of the positioning plate 1384 at a different position than the positioning element 1386. On the other hand, the rotation of the release plate 1389 causes the positioning element 1386 to disengage from the positioning teeth 1384A of the positioning plate 1384 immediately after the engagement of the locking claw 1390. Furthermore, the rotation of the release plate 1389 causes the receiving claw 1387 to disengage from the receiving teeth 1385A of the receiving plate 1385.Accordingly, the cable control body 1376, the positioning plate 1384, and the receiving plate 1385 are rotated by the preload force of the receiving return spring until the locking claw 1390 contacts one of the positioning teeth 1384A of the positioning plate 1384. When the second actuating element 1343 returns to the second rest position P1341, the release plate 1389 returns to its initial position, causing the positioning element 1386 and the receiving claw 1387 to engage with the positioning teeth 1384A and the receiving teeth 1385A, respectively. Also, when the second actuating element 1343 returns to the second rest position P1341, the locking claw 1390 returns to its initial position.Consequently, the receiving plate 1385, the cable control body 1376 and the positioning plate 1384 can be rotated stepwise with respect to the second pivot axis A133 relative to the base member 40 by one division of the positioning teeth 1384A in the second pivot direction R2.

[0388] With the bicycle seat support device 1312 and the bicycle actuation device 1316, it is possible to achieve essentially the same effects as with the bicycle seat support device 312 and the bicycle actuation device 316 of the third embodiment.

[0389] The bicycle seat support device 1312 and the bicycle actuation device 1316 further include the following features.

[0390] (1) The positioning structure 1378 is coupled to the cable control body 1376 to position the cable control body 1376 relative to the base element 40 at each of at least three control positions relative to the base element 40. Accordingly, it is possible to actuate an additional bicycle component, having at least three positions corresponding to the at least three control positions, via the second mechanical control cable C7.

[0391] (2) The cable control body 1376 is configured to be coupled to the second actuating element 1343 in order to move the second mechanical control cable relative to the base element 40 in one direction opposite to the direction of pull D41 and the direction of release D42, in response to the movement of the second actuating element 1343. The cable control body 1376 is coupled to the brake actuating element 42 and the first actuating element 344 in order to move the second mechanical control cable C7 relative to the base element 40 in the other direction opposite to the direction of pull D41 and the direction of release D42, in response to the movement of the brake actuating element 1342 and the first actuating element 344. Accordingly, it is easy to recognize a relationship between a direction (the pulling direction D41 and the release direction D42) and an actuating element (the second actuating element 1343 and the brake actuating element 1342 or the first actuating element 344). Fourteenth embodiment

[0392] A bicycle seat support device 1412 comprising a bicycle actuation device 1416 according to a fourteenth embodiment is described below with reference to the Fig. The bicycle seat support device 1412 is described in sections 126 to 143. It has the same structures as the bicycle seat support device 12, except for the bicycle actuation device 316. Consequently, the elements that have essentially the same functions as those in the preceding embodiments are designated with the same reference numerals and are not described and / or illustrated in detail herefor the sake of brevity.

[0393] As in the Fig. As shown in Figures 126 to 128, the bicycle actuation device 1416 comprises the base element 40, the brake actuation element 42, and the first actuating element 344. The first actuating element 344 is provided on the first side surface 40A. The bicycle actuation device 1416 has essentially the same structure as the bicycle actuation device 316 of the third embodiment. However, unlike the bicycle actuation device 316 of the third embodiment, the bicycle actuating device 1416 further comprises a second actuating element 1443 and a cable actuating structure 1474. The second actuating element 1443 is movably coupled to the base element 40.

[0394] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 129, the second actuating element 1443 is movably coupled to the base element 40 from a second rest position P1450 to a second actuated position P1451 in the first direction D51. The second actuating element 1443 is movably coupled to the base element 40 from the second rest position P1450 to an opposite actuated position P1452 in the second direction D52. The second actuating element 1443 is pivotally coupled to the base element 40 about a second pivot axis A142 or A143, which is not parallel to the brake pivot axis A1. The second actuating element 1443 is a separate element from each of the actuating element 42 and the first actuating element 344. However, the second actuating element 1443 can be provided integrally with one of the brake actuating element 42 and the first actuating element 44 as a single unit element.

[0395] The second actuating element 1443 is movable relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51 to provide a first movement M141 and is movable relative to the base element 40 in a second direction D52 to provide a second movement M142, different from the first movement M141. The second direction D52 is different from the first direction D51. The first direction D51 is opposite to the second direction D52. In this embodiment, the first movement M141 of the second actuating element 1443 is a pivoting movement of the second actuating element 1443 from the second rest position P1450 to the second actuated position P1451 in the first direction D51. The second movement M142 of the second actuating element 1443 is a pivoting movement of the second actuating element 1443 from the second rest position P1450 to the opposite actuated position P1452 in the second direction D52.

[0396] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 130, the cable actuation structure 1474 includes a cable control body 1476 and a positioning structure 1478. The cable control body 1476 is configured to be coupled to the second actuating element 1443 in order to move the second mechanical control cable C7 relative to the base element 40 in the pull direction D41 and the release direction D42, opposite to the pull direction D41, in response to a movement of the second actuating element 1443. The positioning structure 1478 is configured to selectively hold the cable control body 1476 at a plurality of control positions. The positioning structure 1478 is coupled to the cable control body 1476 to position the cable control body 1476 relative to the base element 40 at each of at least three control positions relative to the base element 40.

[0397] The second actuating element 1443 is movable relative to the base element 40 in the first direction D51, such that the cable control body 1476 pulls the inner wire C72 of the second mechanical control cable C7. The second actuating element 1443 is movable relative to the base element 40 in the second direction D52, such that the cable control body 1476 releases the inner wire C72 of the second mechanical control cable C7. In other words, the second actuating element 1443 is movably arranged relative to the base element 40 from the second rest position P1450 to each of the second actuated position P1451 and the oppositely actuated position P1452. The oppositely actuated position P1452 is opposite to the second actuated position P1451 with respect to the second rest position P1450.However, the opposite actuated position P1452 cannot be opposite to the second actuated position P1451 with respect to the second rest position P1450 if the second direction D52 from the second rest position P1450 to the opposite actuated position P1452 is different from the first direction D51 from the second rest position P1450 to the second actuated position P1451.

[0398] The positioning structure 1478 is coupled to the second actuator 1443 to move the cable control body 1476 from one of the control positions to the other in a first control direction R141, such that the second mechanical control cable C7 is pulled in response to the first movement M141 of the second actuator 1443. The positioning structure 1478 is coupled to the second actuator 1443 to move the cable control body 1476 from one of the control positions to the other in a second control direction, such that the second mechanical control cable C7 is released or discharged or triggered in response to the second movement M142 of the second actuator 1443. The second control direction is opposite to the first control direction R141.

[0399] As in the Fig. 130 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 131, the positioning structure 1478 includes a receiving part 1446 and a preloading element 1448. The preloading element 1448 (e.g. a torsion spring) is arranged to preload the second actuating element 1443 towards the second rest position P1450.

[0400] The cable control body 1476 is connected to the front derailleur B9 via the second mechanical control cable C7. The inner wire C72 of the second mechanical control cable C7 is pulled or released by the movement of the cable control body 1476 as a result of the actuation of the second actuating element 1443. The cable control body 1476 is pre-tensioned in the second control direction R142 by a pre-tensioning element 1471 (e.g., a torsion spring).

[0401] The cable control body 1476 is configured to move in the first control direction R141 towards the second actuated position P1451 in response to actuation of the second actuating element 1443. The cable control body 1476 is configured to move in the second control direction R142 towards the opposite actuated position P1472 in response to actuation of the second actuating element 1443. In other words, the second actuating element 1443 is movably arranged with respect to the base element 40 to change the instantaneous position of the cable control body 1476 in order to pull and release the inner wire C72 of the second mechanical control cable C7. In this way, the cable control body 1476 is movably arranged on the base link 40 to pull and release the inner wire C72 of the second mechanical control cable C7, which is coupled to the front derailleur B9.In particular, the cable control body 1476 is rotatably mounted on the third shaft 72.

[0402] As in Fig. As can be seen in the illustrated embodiment (Figure 130), the cable control body 1476 rotates in the first control direction R141 to pull the inner wire C72 of the mechanical control cable C7 and rotates in the second control direction R142 to release the inner wire C72 of the second mechanical control cable C7. In other words, the cable control body 1476 is movably arranged relative to the base member 40 in the first control direction R141 to pull the inner wire C72 of the second mechanical control cable C7, which is coupled to the front derailleur B9, and movably arranged relative to the base member 40 in the second control direction R142 to release the inner wire C72 of the second mechanical control cable C7. The cable control body 1476 is arranged in the base member 40.

[0403] As in the Fig. 130 and Fig. As shown in Figure 131, the cable actuation structure 1474 of the bicycle actuation device 1416 further includes a pull member 1472 for rotating the cable control body 1476 in the first control direction R141. The pull member 1472 is pivotably arranged on the second actuation member 1443 with respect to the first axis A141. The pull member 1472 contacts the cable control body 1476 while the second actuation member 1443 is in the second rest position P1450. The pull member 1472 is arranged on the second actuation member 1443 to move the cable control body 1476 in the first control direction R141 towards the second actuated position P1451 in response to an actuation of the second actuation member 1443. The cable actuation structure 1474 further includes a preload member 1473 (e.g. a torsion spring) which is arranged to preload the pull member 1472 to contact the cable control body 1476.

[0404] The second actuating element 1443 is equipped to move the pull member 1472 away from the cable control body 1476 in response to the actuation of the second actuating element 1443 towards the opposite actuated position 1452. In this way, the pull member 1472 does not interact with the cable control body 1476, moving in the second control direction R142 in response to the actuation of the second actuating element 1443 towards the opposite actuated position P1452.

[0405] The cable actuation structure 1474 further includes a second positioning retainer 1479 for holding the cable control body 1476 in a selected position from a plurality of predetermined positions. In particular, the second positioning retainer 1479 is movably arranged relative to the base member 40 in order to selectively hold the cable control body 1476 in one of the plurality of predetermined positions. More specifically, the second positioning retainer 1479 is movably arranged relative to the base member 40 in order to move between a holding position and a release position. In the holding position, the second positioning retainer 1479 holds the cable control body 1476 in one of the plurality of predetermined positions. In the release position, the second positioning retainer 1479 releases the cable control body 1476 from rotation.In the illustrated embodiment, the second position-holding element 1479 engages with the cable control body 1476 to selectively establish three predetermined positions. It is evident from this disclosure that the cable control body 1476 can be configured such that the second position-holding element 1479 engages with it to selectively establish two or more than three predetermined positions. Consequently, preferably, the cable control body 1476 has more than or equal to three predetermined positions. The cable actuation structure 1474 further includes a preload element 1475 (e.g., a torsion spring) arranged to preload the second position-holding element 1479 towards engagement with the cable control body 1476.

[0406] The cable actuation structure 1474 further includes a second release element 1477 for releasing the cable control body 1476 for rotational movement from one of the predetermined positions, such that the cable control body 1476 can move to the next predetermined position in the second control direction R142. The second release element 1477 is configured to move the second position-holding element 1479 into the release position in response to the actuation of the second actuation element 1443 towards the oppositely actuated position P1452. When the cable actuation structure 1474 is in the rest position, the second position-holding element 1479 is biased against the second release element 1477 by the preload element 1475, such that the second release element 1477 is biased in the second control direction R142.

[0407] Referring now to the Fig. Sections 130 to 143, and the cable actuation structure 1474, are explained in further detail. Essentially, as explained above, the cable actuation structure 1474 is actuated by moving the second actuating element 1443 from the second rest position P1450 to each of the second actuated position P1451 and the oppositely actuated position P1452. As a result of the actuation of the second actuating element 1443 in the first direction D51 towards the second actuated position P1451, the pull element 1472 rotates the cable control body 1476 to perform a pull actuation. As a result of the actuation of the second actuating element 1443 in the second direction D52 towards the oppositely actuated position P1452, the pull element 1472 rotates the second release element 1477 to perform a release actuation.

[0408] In the cable actuation structure 1474, the pull member 1472 rotates with respect to the first axis A141. The cable control body 1476 is rotatably mounted on the base member 40 with respect to the first axis A141.

[0409] The second actuating element 1443 is explained in more detail below. The second actuating element 1443 is designed to rotate about the second pivot axis A142 as soon as it moves from the second rest position P1450 to the second actuated position P1451. However, the second actuating element 1443 is also designed to rotate about the second pivot axis A143 as soon as it moves from the second rest position P1450 to the oppositely actuated position P1452. The second pivot axis A143 is established by the pivot shaft 1455. The second pivot axis A143 is different from the second pivot axis A142. The first axis A141 is also different from the second and third axes A142 and A143.

[0410] The receiving part 1446 is rotatably arranged relative to the base member 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A142. The second actuating part 1443 is rotatably arranged relative to the base member 40 with respect to the second pivot axis A143. During a pulling operation, the receiving part 1446 and the second actuating part 1443 rotate together with respect to the second pivot axis A142 in response to the actuation of the second actuating part 1443 towards the second actuated position P1451. During a releasing operation, the receiving part 1446 rotates with respect to the second pivot axis A142 and the second actuating part 1443 rotates with respect to the second pivot axis A143 in response to the actuation of the second actuating part 1443 towards the oppositely actuated position P1452.The second actuating member 1443 includes a first shaft 1488, which pivotably supports the pull member 1472 on the second actuating member 1443 with respect to the first axis A141.

[0411] The receiving part 1446 is a ring-shaped element rotatably mounted on the third shaft 72. In the illustrated embodiment, the receiving part 1446 is a rigid element made of a suitable rigid or stiff material, such as a rigid plastic or metallic material. The receiving part 1446 includes a contact projection 1446A and an opening 1446B. The contact projection 1446A of the receiving part 1446 is configured to engage with the second actuating element 1443 such that the preload force of the preloading element 1448 is transmitted to both the receiving part 1446 and the second actuating element 1443, as explained below. The preload member 1448 is attached to the receiving part 1446 via the opening 1446B, such that the receiving part 1446 is preloaded in the second control direction R142.In the illustrated embodiment, the preload member 1448 is a flat wound torsion spring wound around the third shaft 72. The preload member 1448 has a first end which is arranged in the opening 1446B of the opening 1446B, and a second end which is hooked onto the second release member 1477. Consequently, the preload member 1448 also preloads the second release member 1477 in the first control direction R141.

[0412] The second actuating element 1443 represents the user actuation part of the second actuating element 1443, which extends from the base element 40. The second actuating element 1443 is movably mounted relative to the base element 40 on the pivot shaft 1455. The pull element 1472 is pivotably mounted on the second actuating element 1443 about the first shaft 1488. The first shaft 1488 defines the first axis A141. The first axis A141 rotates with respect to the second pivot axis A143 in response to the actuation of the second actuating element 1443 toward the oppositely actuated position P1452. The pull element 1472 is biased to contact the cable control body 1476 by means of the biasing element 1473. The biasing element 1473 has a wound section that is mounted on the first shaft 1488.A first end of the preload member 1473 contacts the pull member 1472, and a second end of the preload member 1473 is attached to the inner section 1443B of the second actuating member 1443. In this way, the preload member 1473 exerts a force on the pull member 1472 to preload the pull member 1472 towards the cable control body 1476.

[0413] The second actuating element 1443 of the second actuating element 1443 includes a longitudinal slot 1443C through which the second pivot axis A143 extends. In particular, the second actuating element 1443 is mounted on the pivot shaft 1455 such that one end of the pivot shaft 1455 is arranged in the longitudinal slot 1443C. Preferably, the longitudinal slot 1443C is a curved slot or arcuate slot. The second actuating element 1443 slides on the pivot shaft 1455 when the second actuating element 1443 is actuated in the first direction D51 from the second rest position P1450. Consequently, during a pull operation, the second pivot axis A143 moves relatively along the longitudinal slot 1443C, while the second actuating element 1443 is actuated from the second rest position P1450 to the second actuated position P1451.When the second actuating element 1443 is in the second rest position P1450, the pivot shaft 1455 strikes the end of the longitudinal slot 1443C to define the second rest position P1450 of the second actuating element 1443. Also, during pulling operation, the pivot shaft 1455 strikes the other end of the longitudinal slot 1443C to restrict movement of the second actuating element 1443 in the first direction D51. Furthermore, during pulling operation, the second actuating element 1443 and the receiving parts 1446 and 47 pivot together with respect to the second pivot axis A142. Conversely, the second actuating element 1443 is pivoted on the pivot shaft 1455 when it is actuated in the second direction D52 from the second rest position P1450.Consequently, during a release operation, the second pivot axis A143 remains stationary within the longitudinal slot 1443C, in one direction along the longitudinal slot 1443C, while the second actuating element 1443 is actuated from the second rest position P1450 to the oppositely actuated position P1452. Also during a release operation, the second actuating element 1443 is pivoted on the second pivot axis A143, and the receiving part 1446 is pivoted on the second pivot axis A142. During the release operation, the pivot direction of the receiving part 1446 with respect to the second pivot axis A142 and the pivot direction of the second actuating element 1443 with respect to the second pivot axis A143 are different from each other.

[0414] The inner section 1443B of the second actuating element 1443 further includes a first contact projection 1443D, a second contact projection 1443E and a third contact projection 1443F. In the second rest position P1450 of the second actuating element 1443, the first and second contact projections 1443D and 1443E are held in contact with the outer peripheral edge of the receiving part 1446 by the preload force of the preload element 1448. In particular, the preloading element 1448 preloads the receiving part 1446 in the release direction D2, such that the contact projection 1446A of the receiving part 1446 touches the first contact part 1443D of the second actuating element 1443 and applies the preload force of the preloading element 1448 to the first contact projection 1443D of the second actuating element 1443.As a result of this transfer of the preload force to the first contact projection 1443D, the second actuating element 1443 is preloaded on the third shaft 72 such that the second contact projection 1443E touches the outer peripheral edge of the receiving part 1446.

[0415] The second contact projection 1443E engages with the pull member 1472 and, after actuation of the second actuating element 1443, moves it from the second rest position P1450 to the oppositely actuated position P1452. In this way, the second contact projection 1443E pivots the pull member 1472 away from the cable control body 1476, such that the pull member 1472 does not interact with the rotation of the cable control body 1476 in the second control direction R142.

[0416] The third contact projection 1443F of the second actuating member 1443 forms a release actuation stop. In other words, the third contact projection 1443F is designed to rotate the second release member 1477 in response to the second actuating member 1443, which is actuated in the second direction D52 from the second rest position P1450, in order to perform a release actuation. During a release actuation, the second actuating member 1443 pivots on the second pivot axis A143. This pivoting of the second actuating member 1443 causes the first contact projection 1443D of the second actuating member 1443 to exert a force on the contact projection 1446A of the receiving part 1446 and to rotate the receiving part 1446 on the second pivot axis A142 in the first control direction R141.As soon as the second actuating element 1443 is pivoted on the second pivot axis A143, the third contact projection 1443F touches the second release element 1477 and rotates the second release element 1477 in the release direction D2.

[0417] The cable control body 1476 is rotatably mounted on the third shaft 72. Consequently, the cable control body 1476 is designed to rotate about a second pivot axis A142. The cable control body 1476 is a hard or rigid element made of a suitable rigid material, such as a hard plastic or metallic material. The cable control body 1476 includes a cable fastening part 1476A, a plurality of pull teeth or stops 1476B, and a plurality of positioning teeth or stops 1476C. While the cable control body 1476 is formed from a single unit element, it is apparent from this disclosure that the cable control body 1476 can be manufactured from several separate elements, such as, for example, the cable control body 976.In this embodiment, the plurality of pull teeth or stops 1476B and the plurality of positioning teeth or stops 1476C are formed from a single unit element with the cable fastening section 1476A. However, each pull tooth or stop can be formed on a ratchet wheel, which is a separate element from the cable fastening section 1476A and can be non-rotatably attached to the cable fastening section 1476A if required and / or desired. The cable fastening section 1476A is located adjacent to the outer periphery of the cable control body 1476. The cable fastening section 1476A is a conventional part designed to receive a nipple that is fixed to the inner wire C72. The pull stops 1476B are arranged to engage with the claw of the pull member 1472 in order to pivot the cable control body 1476 in the first control direction R141 with respect to the third shaft 72.In other words, the claw of the pull member 1472 contacts one of the pull stops 1476B during a pull actuation of the cable actuation structure 1474. The pull member 1472 is directed towards one of the pull stops 1476B when the second actuating member 1443 is in the second rest position P1450. In other words, the pull member 1472 intersects one of the pull stops 1476B with a rotational passage with respect to the second pivot axis A142. Preferably, the pull member 1472 can be in contact with one of the pull stops 1476B when the second actuating member 1443 is in the second rest position P1450 or slightly spaced away from one of the pull stops 1476B in the second control direction R142. Consequently, after the cable actuation structure 1474 has begun to pull, the pull member 1472 can strike against one of the pull stops 1476B and move it rapidly.The positioning stops 1476C are arranged to engage with the claw of the second position holding element 1479, to hold the cable control body 1476 in one of the predetermined positions against the preload force of the preload element 1471. Consequently, the cable control body 1476 is prevented from rotating in the second control direction R142 with respect to the second pivot axis A142.

[0418] In the illustrated embodiment, the pull member 1472 is arranged to engage with the cable control body 1476 in order to pull the second mechanical control cable C7. Specifically, as soon as the second actuating member 1443 is pivoted from the second rest position P1450 into the receiving position, the pull member 1472 rotates the cable control body 1476 to pull the second mechanical control cable C7. After the second actuating member 943 is released from the second actuated position P1451, the second actuating member 943 and the pull member 1452 automatically return to their rest positions.

[0419] The second position retaining element 1479 is pivotably arranged relative to the base element 40 with respect to a fourth axis A144. In particular, the second position retaining element 1479 is pivotably mounted on a pivot pin 1490, which represents the fourth axis A144. The pivot pin 1490 is mounted between a first support plate 1452 and a second support plate 1453. The second position retaining element 1479 is biased towards the cable control body 1476 by the preload element 1475. The preload element 1475 has a wound section that is mounted on the pivot pin 1490. A first end of the preload element 1475 contacts the second position retaining element 1479, and a second end of the preload element 1475 is attached to the first support plate 1452.

[0420] The second release element 1477 is a rigid element made of a suitable rigid material, such as a rigid plastic or metallic material. The second release element 1477 is rotatably mounted on the third shaft 72. As explained above, the second release element 1477 is biased in the first control direction R141 by the bias force of the bias element 1448. The second release element 1477 includes an actuating tab or stop 1477A and a cam surface 1477B. The actuating stop 1477A is designed and positioned to be contacted by the third contact projection 1443F of the second actuating element 1443 as soon as the second actuating element 1443 is actuated in the second direction D52 from the second rest position P1450 to perform a release actuation.In other words, the second release element 1477 is rotated in the second control direction R142 with respect to the second pivot axis A142 as soon as the second actuating element 1443 is actuated in the second direction D52 from the second rest position P1450 to perform a release actuation. As soon as the second release element 1477 rotates in the second control direction R142, the cam surface 1477B contacts the claw of the second position holding element 1479 and pivots the second position holding element 1479 with respect to the fourth axis A144. The second position holding element 1479 is then disengaged from the positioning stop 1476C, which was engaged with the second position holding element 1479. When the second actuating element 1443 is released, disengaged, ejected, or triggered, the second release element 1477 is rotated in the first control direction R141 and the second position holding element 1479 is brought back into engagement with one of the positioning stops 1476C.In this way, the second release element 1477 is designed to move the second position-holding element 1479 into the release position in response to the actuation of the second actuating element 1443 towards the oppositely actuated position P1452. Consequently, the engagement between the second position-holding element 1479 and the positioning stop 1476C is switched such that the second mechanical control cable C7 is released, discharged, or triggered.

[0421] Referring to the Fig. Figures 132 to 137 illustrate the bicycle actuation device 1416, in which the cable actuation structure 1474 performs a pull actuation of the second mechanical control cable C7 by pivoting the second actuating element 1443 from the rest position P1450 (unactuated position) to the second actuated position P1451. Fig. 132 and Fig. Figure 133 shows parts of the bicycle actuation device 1416 belonging to the cable actuation structure 1474 in their rest positions. Fig. Figures 134 to 137 show the parts of the bicycle actuation device 1416 that are subsequently moved as soon as the second actuating element 1443 is pivoted from the rest position (unactuated position) to the second actuated position P1451 and then back to the rest position. Fig. 132 and Fig. Figure 133 shows the cable control body 1476 in the middle predetermined position.

[0422] Essentially, during the pulling operation of the second mechanical control cable C7 by actuating the second actuating element 1443, the claw of the pulling element 1472 engages with one of the pulling stops 1476B of the cable control body 1476 in order to pull the cable control body 1476, as shown in the Fig. As shown in Figures 134 to 137, the cable control body 1476 rotates. As soon as the cable control body 1476 rotates, the claw of the second position-holding element 1479 slides along the peripheral edge of the cable control body 1476 to engage with the next of the positioning stops 1476C of the cable control body 1476. Consequently, the second position-holding element 1479 holds the cable control body 1476 in the next predetermined position. Meanwhile, after the second actuator 1443 is released, the second actuator 1443 returns to the second rest position P1450.

[0423] Referring to the Fig. Figures 138 to 143 illustrate the bicycle actuation device 1416, in which the cable actuation structure 1474 performs a release actuation of the second mechanical control cable C7 by pivoting the second actuating element 1443 from the rest position P1450 (unactuated position) to the opposite actuated position P1452. Fig. 138 and Fig. Figure 139 shows parts of the bicycle actuation device 1416 belonging to the cable actuation structure 1474 in their rest positions. Fig. Figures 140 to 143 show the parts of the bicycle actuation device 1416, which are moved successively as soon as the second actuating element 1443 is pivoted from the rest position (unactuated position) to the opposite position P1452 and then back to the rest position. Fig. 142 and Fig. Figure 143 shows the cable control body 1476 in the predetermined position corresponding to the fully released position.

[0424] Essentially, during the release actuation of the second mechanical control cable C7 by actuating the second actuating element 1443, the second actuating element 1443 pivots on the second pivot axis A143. This pivoting of the second actuating element 1443 causes the first contact projection 1443D of the second actuating element 1443 to exert a force on the contact projection 1446A of the receiving part 1446 and rotate the receiving part 1446 on the second pivot axis A142 in the first control direction R141. As soon as the second actuating element 1443 pivots on the second pivot axis A143, the third contact projection 1443F contacts the second release element 1477 and rotates the second release element 1477 in the release direction D2.This pivoting of the second actuating element 1443 also causes the second contact projection 1443E to pivot the pull element 1472 away from the pull stops 1476B of the cable control body 1476, such that the pull element 1472 does not interact with the rotation of the cable control body 1476 in the second control direction R142. As soon as the second release element 1477 rotates, the claw of the second position holding element 1479 slides along the cam surface 1477B of the second release element 1477, such that the claw of the second position holding element 1479 is disengaged from the positioning stops 1476C of the cable control body 1476. Meanwhile, after the second actuating element 1443 is released, the second actuating element 1443 returns to the second rest position P1450.

[0425] With the bicycle seat support device 1412 and the bicycle actuation device 1416, it is possible to achieve essentially the same effects as with the bicycle seat support device 312 and the bicycle actuation device 316 of the third embodiment.

[0426] The bicycle seat support device 1412 and the bicycle actuation device 1416 include the following additional features.

[0427] (1) The positioning structure 1478 is coupled to the cable control body 1476 to position the cable control body 1476 relative to the base element 40 at each of at least three control positions relative to the base element 40. Accordingly, it is possible to actuate an additional bicycle component having at least three positions, each corresponding to the at least three control positions, via the second mechanical control cable C7.

[0428] (2) The positioning structure 1478 is coupled to the second actuator 1443 to move the cable control body 1476 from one of the control positions to the other in the first control direction R141, such that the second mechanical control cable C7 is pulled in response to the first movement M141 of the second actuator 1443. The positioning structure 1478 is coupled to the second actuator 1443 to move the cable control body 1476 from one of the control positions to the other in a second control direction, such that the second mechanical control cable C7 is released in response to the second movement M142 of the second actuator 1443, the second control direction being opposite to the first control direction R141.Accordingly, it is possible to move the second mechanical control cable C7 in the pulling direction D41 and the releasing direction D42 with a simple actuation of the second actuating element 1443.

[0429] (3) Since the first direction D51 is opposite to the second direction D52, it is possible to easily distinguish each of the first direction D51 and the second direction D52 of the second actuating element 1443. Fifteenth embodiment

[0430] A bicycle seat support device 1512, comprising a bicycle actuation device 1516 according to a fifteenth embodiment, is described below with reference to the Fig. 144 and Fig. 145 described. The bicycle seat support device 1512 has the same structures as those of the bicycle seat support device 12 except for the bicycle actuation device 16. Consequently, the elements that have essentially the same functions as those in the preceding embodiments are designated with the same reference numerals and are not described and / or illustrated again in detail herefor the sake of brevity.

[0431] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 144, the bicycle actuating device 1516 comprises the base element 40, the brake actuating element 42, a first actuating element 42, and a first actuating element 1544. The first actuating element 1544 has essentially the same structure as that of the first actuating element 44 of the first embodiment. In this embodiment, as shown in Figure 144, the bicycle actuating device 1516 comprises the base element 40, the brake actuating element 42, a first actuating element 42, and a first actuating element 1544. The first actuating element 1544 has essentially the same structure as that of the first actuating element 44 of the first embodiment. Fig. As shown in Figure 145, the first actuating element 1544 is pivotably coupled to the base element 40 with respect to a pivot axis A152. Instead of the first actuating element 1544, the same structure as that of the first actuating element 344 can be applied to this embodiment.

[0432] As in Fig.As shown in Figure 145, the bicycle actuation device 1516 further comprises a second actuating element 1543 and an electrical switch SW for actuating an electrical switching device B159. The electrical switching device B159 can also be referred to as an electric front derailleur B159. The second actuating element 1543 is pivotably coupled to the base element 40 and the brake actuating element 42. In this embodiment, the second actuating element 1543 is pivotably coupled to the brake actuating element 42 with respect to a pivot axis A153. However, the second actuating element 1543 can also be pivotably coupled to the base element 40.

[0433] The electrical switch SW is arranged on the second actuating element 1543. However, the electrical switch SW can be arranged on the other element, such as the base element 40, the brake actuating element 42, or the first actuating element 1544. The electrical switch SW is mounted on the second actuating element 1543 to provide an electrical signal in response to a movement of the second actuating element 1543 relative to the brake actuating element 42. In this embodiment, for example, the electrical switch SW is a normally open switch. The electrical switch SW is pressed against an actuating part 42X of the brake actuating element 42 when the second actuating element 1543 pivots relative to the brake actuating element 42 from a rest position to an actuated position.

[0434] The bicycle actuation device 1516 further comprises a wireless communication unit WU and a power supply PS. The wireless communication unit WU is electrically connected to the electrical switch SW to transmit a wireless signal based on the electrical signal. In this embodiment, the wireless communication unit WU is arranged on the second actuation element 1543. However, the wireless communication unit WU can be arranged on another element, such as the base element 40, the brake actuation element 42, or the first actuation element 1544. The wireless communication unit WU includes a processor 48A, a memory 48B, a signal generation circuit 48C, a signal transmission circuit 48D, and a signal reception circuit 48E. Since the design of the wireless communication unit WU is well known in the field of bicycles, it will not be described and / or illustrated here for the sake of brevity.

[0435] The power supply PS is electrically connected to the wireless communication unit WU to supply electrical current to the wireless communication unit WU. In this embodiment, the power supply PS is located on the second actuating element 1543. However, the power supply PS can be located on another element, such as the brake actuating element 42, the first actuating element 1544, or the base element 40. The power supply PS includes a battery, such as a primary battery or a secondary battery.

[0436] The electrical switch SW is configured to actuate a switching device such as an electric front derailleur B159 or an electric rear derailleur B1584. The electrical switch SW receives an input in response to the movement of the second actuating element 1543. The electrical switch SW closes to provide the electrical signal when the second actuating element 1543 pivots relative to the brake actuating element 42. The wireless communication unit WU wirelessly transmits a switching control signal based on an electrical signal from the electrical switch SW. In this embodiment, for example, the wireless communication unit WU transmits the switching control signal to actuate the front derailleur B159. However, the wireless communication unit WU can also transmit the switching control signal, such as a downshift signal and an upshift signal for the rear derailleur B1584.In such an embodiment, for example, the electric front derailleur B159 is actuated simultaneously by actuating the electric switch SW and an additional electric switch (not shown) mounted on an additional bicycle actuation device 1518. The additional bicycle actuation device 1518 includes an additional wireless communication unit (not shown) which is electrically connected to the additional electric switch to transmit an additional wireless signal based on an electric signal from the additional electric switch. The additional wireless communication unit wirelessly transmits the additional wireless signal, such as the downshift signal and the upshift signal.While the electrical signal is transmitted via the wireless communication unit WU in this embodiment, the electrical signal can also be transmitted to control the electric front derailleur B159 or the rear derailleur B1584 via an electrical control cable. In such an embodiment, the power supply PS for providing electrical current to the wireless communication unit WU can also be omitted.

[0437] With the bicycle seat support device 1512 and the bicycle actuation device 1516, it is possible to achieve essentially the same effects as with the bicycle seat support device 12 and the bicycle actuation device 16 of the first embodiment.

[0438] Furthermore, since the bicycle actuation device 1516 further includes the electric switch SW, it is possible to actuate the electric switching device B159 in addition to the brake device and a mechanical bicycle component.

[0439] It will be obvious to a person skilled in the art of bicycles from this present disclosure that the structures of the bicycle actuation devices of the foregoing embodiments can be applied to a bicycle actuation device of a different type of handlebar, such as a flat handlebar. For example, at least one of the first end section 46, the second end section 48, and the gripping section 50 of the base member 40 can be omitted. The base member 40 contains the gripping section 50 in a state in which the bicycle actuation device of each of the foregoing embodiments is mounted to the flat handlebar.

[0440] It will be apparent to the person skilled in the art of bicycles from this present disclosure that the designs of the foregoing embodiments can be combined with each other, at least partially, if required and / or desired.

[0441] The term "comprehensive" and its derivatives as used herein are intended to be open terms that specify the presence of the mentioned features, elements, components, groups, integers, and / or steps, but do not exclude the presence of the unmentioned features, elements, components, groups, integers, and / or steps. This also applies to words with similar meanings, such as "exhibit," "include," and their derivatives.

[0442] The terms “link”, “section”, “distance”, “part”, “element”, “body” and “structure”, when used in the singular, can also have a plural meaning of a single part or a multitude of parts.

[0443] The integers, such as "first" and "second," as cited in this application, are merely distinguishing marks and do not have any other meaning, such as indicating a specific order or the like. Furthermore, the term "first element," for example, does not imply the existence of a second element, and the term "second element" itself does not imply the existence of a first element.

[0444] The term “a pair of”, as used herein, can include configurations in which the pair of elements has different shapes or structures from each other, and additionally configurations in which the pair of elements has the same shapes or structures from each other.

[0445] Finally, the magnitude terms such as "essentially", "above" and "approximately", as used herein, represent a reasonable amount of deviation of the modified term so that the final result is not significantly altered.

[0446] Naturally, numerous modifications and variations of the present invention are possible in light of the foregoing teachings. It should therefore be understood that, within the scope of the appended claims, the invention may be exercised in ways other than those specifically mentioned herein.

Claims

[1] Bicycle actuation device comprising: comprising a basic member (40): a first end section (46) designed to be coupled to a steering rod (B2), which is designed as a drop steering rod, in an assembly state in which the bicycle actuation device is mounted to the steering rod (B2); a second end section (48) opposite or standing opposite the first end section (46); and a gripping section (50) which is / will be provided between the first end section (46) and the second end section (48); a brake actuating element (42) which is / will be movably coupled to the base element (40) in order to actuate a brake device (B7); and a first actuating element (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) which is / will be movably coupled to the base element (40) between a first rest position (P21; P1021; P9512) and a first actuated position (P22; P322; P1022; P1151) in order to move a first mechanical control cable (C1) relative to the base element (40), wherein the first actuating element (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) is movable relative to the base element (40) between the first rest position (P21; P1021; P9512) and the first actuated position (P22; P322; P1022; P1151), without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable (C1) relative to the base element (40) during a movement of the first actuating element (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) occurring between the first rest position (P21; P1021; P9512) and the first actuated position (P22; P322; P1022; P1151). [2] Bicycle actuation device according to claim 1, in which the first end section (46) is configured to be coupled to a bending section (32) of the handlebar (B2) in the assembly state in which the bicycle actuation device is mounted to the handlebar (B2). [3] Bicycle actuation device according to claim 1 or 2, in which the brake actuation member (42) is / will be pivotably coupled to the base member (40) with respect to a brake pivot axis (A1); and the first actuation member (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) is / will be pivotably coupled to the base member (40) with respect to a first pivot axis (A2) which is not parallel to the brake pivot axis (A1). [4] Bicycle actuation device according to one of claims 1 to 3, in which the first actuating member (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) is pivotably coupled to the brake actuating member (42) in order to be movably coupled to the base member (40). [5] Bicycle actuation device according to one of claims 1 to 4, in which the brake actuation element (42) is integrally formed with the first actuation element (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) as a one-piece unit element. [6] Bicycle actuation device according to one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the base member (40) includes a first side surface (40A) which is directed towards a transverse direction of a bicycle in the assembly state; and the first actuation member (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) is / is provided on the first side surface (40A). [7] Bicycle actuation device according to claim 6, wherein the first side surface (40A) is / is directed towards a transverse median plane of the bicycle in the assembly state. [8] Bicycle actuation device according to one of claims 1 to 7, in which the brake actuation member (42) includes a first end which is pivotably coupled to the base member (40); and the first actuation member (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) is closer to the first end section (46) of the base member (40) than the first end of the brake actuation member (42). [9] Bicycle actuation device according to one of claims 1 to 8, wherein the first end section (46) of the base member (40) is designed to be coupled to a left part of the handlebar (B2) in the assembly state. [10] Bicycle actuation device according to claim 9, wherein the base member (40) includes a first side surface (40A) which is directed towards a transverse median plane (CP1) of a bicycle in the assembly state; and the first actuation member (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) is / is provided on the first side surface (40A). [11] Bicycle actuation device according to any one of claims 1 to 10, wherein the bicycle actuation device is free of a switching actuation structure in order to actuate a switching change device. [12] Bicycle actuation device according to one of claims 1 to 11, in which the first actuating member (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) is designed to be detachably mounted on a part separated from the brake actuating member (42) and the base member (40). [13] Bicycle actuation device according to any one of claims 1 to 12, further comprising: a cable fastening structure (66; 366; 466) which is / will be movably coupled to one of the brake actuating member (42) and the base member (40) in order to transmit a movement of the first actuating member (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) to the. to transmit the first mechanical control cable (C1) without mechanically positioning the first mechanical control cable (C1) relative to the base member (40). [14] Bicycle actuation device according to claim 13, in which the first actuating element (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) and the cable fastening structure (66; 366; 466) are / are detachably mounted on a part separated from the brake actuating element (42) and the base element (40). [15] Bicycle actuation device according to any one of claims 1 to 14, further comprising: a second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543), which is / will be movably coupled to the base element (40); and including a cable actuation structure (974; 991; 1074; 1091; 1174; 1374; 1474): a cable control body (976; 995; 1095; 1176; 1376; 1476), which is configured to be coupled to the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) in order to move a second mechanical control cable (C7) relative to the base element (40) in a pull direction (D41) and a release direction (D2; D42), opposite to the pull direction (D41), in response to a movement of the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543); and a positioning structure (978; 1078) which is designed to selectively hold the cable control body (976; 995; 1095; 1176; 1376; 1476) in a multitude of control positions. [16] Bicycle actuation device according to claim 15, in which one of the first actuating element (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) and the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) is / is provided integrally with the brake actuating element (42) as a one-piece unit element. [17] Bicycle actuation device according to claim 15, in which the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) is integrally provided with the brake actuating element (42) as a one-piece unit element; and the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) is pivotably coupled to the base element (40) with respect to a second pivot axis (A3; A93; A97; A103; A113; A133; A142; A143), which is not parallel to the brake pivot axis (A1). [18] Bicycle actuation device according to one of claims 15 to 17, in which the second actuation element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) is / is provided integrally with the brake actuation element (42) as a one-piece unit element; the base member (40) includes a first side surface (40A) which is directed towards a transverse direction (D1) of a bicycle in the assembled state; and the first actuating element (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) is / will be provided on the first side surface (40A). [19] Bicycle actuation device according to one of claims 15 to 18, in which the second actuating member (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) is movable relative to the base member (40) in a first direction (D51; D71); the cable control body (976; 995; 1095; 1176; 1376; 1476) is designed to pull the second, mechanical control cable (C7) when the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) is moved relative to the base element (40) in the first direction (D51; D71); and the cable control body (976; 995; 1095; 1176; 1376; 1476) is designed to release the second mechanical control cable (C7) when the second actuating member (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) is / is moved relative to the base member (40) in the first direction (D51; D71). [20] Bicycle actuation device according to one of claims 15 to 19, in which the second actuating member (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) is movable relative to the base member (40) in a first direction (D51; D71) to provide a first movement (M1; M101; M111; M141); and the positioning structure (978; 1078) is coupled to the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) to move the cable control body (976; 995; 1095; 1176; 1376; 1476) such that the second mechanical control cable (C7) alternately or alternately in the pull direction (D41) and the release direction (D2; D42) in response to the first movement (M1; M101; M111; M141) of the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) is moved / is moved. [21] Bicycle actuation device according to one of claims 15 to 20, in which the second actuating member (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) is movable relative to the base member (40) in a first direction (D51; D71) to provide a first movement (M1; M101; M111; M141) and a first additional movement (M112), different from the first movement (M1; M101; M111; M141); the positioning structure (978; 1078) is coupled to the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) to move the cable control body (976; 995; 1095; 1176; 1376; 1476) such that the second mechanical control cable (C7) is moved in the release direction (D2; D42) in response to the first movement (M1; M101; M111; M141) of the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543); and the positioning structure (978; 1078) to the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342;1443; 1543) is / will be coupled to move the cable control body (976; 995; 1095; 1176; 1376; 1476) such that the second mechanical control cable (C7) is / is moved in the direction of pull (D41) in response to the first additional movement (M112) of the second actuating member (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543).; [22] Bicycle actuation device according to one of claims 15 to 21, in which the positioning structure (978; 1078) is coupled to the cable control body (976; 995; 1095; 1176; 1376; 1476) to position the cable control body (976; 995; 1095; 1176; 1376; 1476) relative to the base member (40) at each of a first control position and a second control position relative to the base member (40). [23] Bicycle actuation device according to one of claims 15 to 22, in which the positioning structure (978; 1078) is coupled to the cable control body (976; 995; 1095; 1176; 1376; 1476) in order to position the cable control body (976; 995; 1095; 1176; 1376; 1476) relative to the base element (40) at each of at least three control positions relative to the base element (40). [24] Bicycle actuation device according to any one of claims 15 to 23, wherein the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) is movable relative to the base element (40) in a first direction (D51; D71) to provide a first movement (M1; M101; M111; M141) and is movable relative to the base element (40) in a second direction (D52) to provide a second movement (M142), different from the first movement (M1; M101; M111; M141), wherein the second direction (D52) is different from the first direction (D51; D71); the positioning structure (978; 1078) is / will be coupled to the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) to control the cable control body (976; 995; 1095; 1176; 1376;1476) to move from one of the control positions to another of the control positions in a first control direction (R141) such that the second mechanical control cable (C7) is pulled in response to the first movement (M1; M101; M111; M141) of the second actuating member (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543); and the positioning structure (978; 1078) is coupled to the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) to move the cable control body (976; 995; 1095; 1176; 1376; 1476) from one of the control positions to another of the control positions in a second control direction (R142), such that the second mechanical control cable (C7) is released in response to the second movement (M142) of the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543). where the second steering direction (R142) is opposite to a first steering direction (R141). [25] Bicycle actuation device according to claim 24, wherein the first direction (D51; D71) is opposite to the second direction (M142). [26] Bicycle actuation device according to one of claims 15 to 25, in which the first actuating member (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) is movable relative to the base member (40) from the first rest position (P21; P1021; P9512) to the first actuated position (P22; P322; P1022; P1151) in a first direction (D51; D71); and the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) is / will be movably coupled to the base element (40) from a second rest position (P951; P1051; P1150; P1341; P1450; P1450) to a second actuated position (P952; . P1052; P1152; P1342; P1451) in the first direction (D51; D71). [27] Bicycle actuation device according to any one of claims 15 to 26, further comprising: an additional cable actuation structure (991; 1091) which is coupled to the first actuating element (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) and the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) to move the first mechanical control cable (C1) from a first cable rest position (P971) relative to the base element (40) in response to a movement of only one of the first actuating element (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) and the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543), wherein the additional cable actuation structure (991; 1091) is coupled to the first actuating member (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) and the second actuating member (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) to move a position of the first mechanical control cable (C1) at the first cable rest position (P971) relative to the base member (40) in response to a movement of the second actuating member (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093;1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543). [28] Bicycle actuation device according to claim 27, in which the first actuating element (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) includes a first longitudinal axis (LA2; LA102) and a first length (L92; L102) which is / will be defined along the first longitudinal axis (LA2; LA102); the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) includes a second longitudinal axis (LA3; LA103) and a second length (L93; L103) which is defined along the second longitudinal axis (LA3; LA103); and the first length (L92; L102) is different from the second length. [29] Bicycle actuation device according to claim 27 or 28, wherein one of the first actuating element (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) and the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) is closer to the first end section (46) of the base element (40) than the other of the first actuating element (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) and the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543). [30] Bicycle actuation device according to any one of claims 15 to 29, further comprising: an additional cable actuation structure (991; 1091) which is coupled to the first actuating element (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) and the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) to position the first mechanical control cable (C1) from a first cable rest position (P971) relative to the base element (40) in response to a movement of only one of the first actuating element (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) and the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543), wherein the additional cable actuation structure (991; 1091) is coupled to the first actuating member (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) and the second actuating member (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) to hold the first mechanical control cable (C1) at the first cable rest position (P971) relative to the base member (40) in response to a movement of the first actuating member (44; 344; 1044; 1088;1544) to move.; [31] Bicycle actuation device according to claim 30, in which the first actuating element (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) includes a first longitudinal axis (LA2; LA102) and a first length (L92; L102) which is defined along the first longitudinal axis (LA2; LA102); the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) includes a second longitudinal axis (LA3; LA103) and a second length (L93; L103) which is defined along the second longitudinal axis (LA3; LA103); and the first length (L92; L10) is different from the second length. [32] Bicycle actuation device according to claim 30 or 31, in which one of the first actuating element (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) and the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) is closer to the first end section (46) of the base element (40) than the other of the first actuating element (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) and the second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543). [33] Bicycle actuation device according to any one of claims 1 to 32, further comprising: a second actuating element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543), which is / will be movably coupled to the base element (40); and a cable actuation structure (974; 991; 1074; 1091; 1174; 1374; 1474) comprising a cable control body (976; 995; 1095; 1176; 1376; 1476), designed to be coupled to the second actuation element (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543) in order to direct a second mechanical control cable (C7) relative to the base element (40) in a direction of pull (D41) orto move the second mechanical control cable (C7) relative to the base member (40) in the opposite direction to the pulling direction (D41) and the releasing direction (D2; D42), in response to a movement of the second actuating member (42; 943; 1043; 1092; 1093; 1143; 1243; 1342; 1443; 1543), wherein the cable control body (976; 995; 1095; 1176; 1376; 1476) is / will be coupled to one of the brake actuating member (42) and the first actuating member (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) in order to move the second mechanical control cable (C7) relative to the base member (40) in the opposite direction to the pulling direction (D41) and the releasing direction (D2; D42), in response to a movement of one of the brake actuating member (42) and the first actuating member (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544). [34] Bicycle actuation device according to claim 33, in which the base member (40) includes a first side surface (40A) which is / will be directed towards a transverse direction (D1) of a bicycle in the assembly state; and the first actuation member (44; 344; 1044; 1088; 1544) is / will be provided on the first side surface (40A). [35] Bicycle actuation device according to claim 1, further comprising: an electrical switch (588; SW) to operate an electrical switching device (B159). [36] Bicycle seat support device comprising: an adjustable seatpost assembly (14; 514; 614; 814), comprising an adjustable overall length; and a bicycle actuation device for actuating the adjustable seat post assembly (14; 514; 614; 814), wherein the bicycle actuation device includes a base member (40): a first end section (46) which is designed to be coupled to a handlebar (B2) in an assembly state in which the bicycle actuation device is / will be mounted to the handlebar (B2), at a section of the handlebar (B2) spaced apart from an end section of the handlebar (B2); a second end section (48), opposite or opposite to the first end section (46); and a gripping section (50) which is / will be provided between the first end section (46) and the second end section (46); wherein the bicycle actuation device further comprises: a brake actuating element (42) which is pivotably coupled to the base element (40) about a brake pivot axis (A1) in order to actuate a brake device (B7); and a first actuating element (44; 245; 344; 845; 847; 849) which is / will be pivotably coupled to the base element (40) about a first pivot axis (A2), wherein the first actuating element (44; 245; 344; 845; 847; 849) is designed as a seatpost actuating element and is / will be movably coupled to the base element (40) in order to actuate the adjustable seatpost assembly (14; 514; 614; 814) via a first mechanical control cable (C1), wherein the first mechanical control cable (C1) extends from the bicycle actuating device to the adjustable seatpost assembly (14; 514; 614; 814).

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