Seating device and motorcycle

Abstract

Seating device with a first seat, which, in particular on the rear side, has at least a first electrical contact area on which a light unit is or can be dismantled and arranged, and wherein a second seat is or can be arranged adjacent to the first seat, which has at least a second electrical contact area for interaction with the at least one first electrical contact area, and wherein the second seat has at least a first electrical contact area (30) on which the light unit is or can be arranged when the second seat is arranged adjacent to the first seat.

Description

[0001] The present invention relates to a seating device for a motorcycle and a motorcycle.

[0002] Some motorized vehicles, such as motorcycles or scooters, have a separate passenger seat that is only attached when needed. If, for example, the taillight or turn signals are located directly next to the driver's seat, this can be problematic, as they will be obscured by the passenger seat.

[0003] It is an object of the present invention to provide a seating device for a motorcycle and a motorcycle, wherein in particular the arrangement of a passenger seat should be possible without problems even if a rear light or the like is arranged on the driver's seat.

[0004] This problem is solved by a seating device according to claim 1 and by a motorcycle according to claim 10. Further advantages and features will become apparent from the dependent claims, the description, and the accompanying figures.

[0005] According to the invention, a seating device comprises a first seat, which, in particular on its rear side (relative to a direction of travel), has at least one first electrical contact area on which a lighting unit is or can be disassembled and arranged, and wherein a second seat is or can be arranged adjacent to the first seat, which has at least one second electrical contact area for interaction with the at least one first electrical contact area, and wherein the second seat also has at least one first electrical contact area on which the lighting unit is or can be arranged when the second seat is arranged adjacent to the first seat. The seating device is in particular a two-part seating device or bench seat. The first or front seat is the driver's seat, while the second or rear seat is typically the passenger seat.The lighting unit is conveniently located on the front seat and can therefore be removed if necessary. It is advantageous to be able to remove the lighting unit if the second bench seat or the second seat is located adjacent to the first seat. The rear seat advantageously features a second contact point that can interact with the first contact point, particularly for transmitting electrical signals and supplying power to the lighting unit, which is then located on the second / rear seat.

[0006] Advantageously, the second contact area is designed to complement the electrical connection of the lighting unit. This allows it to interact directly and immediately with the first contact area in the same way as the lighting unit, without requiring any further modifications or the like. A further advantage is that, when the rear seat is installed, no cover or panel is needed for at least one of the first contact areas, as this area interacts with, and is thus used in conjunction with, at least one second contact area.

[0007] Advantageously, the contact areas are designed and arranged such that contact can be achieved indirectly via the arrangement of the seats. This means that the electrical contact or connection between the contact areas is automatically established when the seats are positioned next to each other. Advantageously, this connection is wireless. No further steps are required for contacting or connecting, other than removing the light unit from the front seat and attaching it to the rear seat.

[0008] According to one embodiment, the contact areas are designed or configured as a plug connection. A plug connection can include spring contacts, plugs, corresponding sockets, or contact points, etc. According to one embodiment, for example, the first contact area comprises one or more plugs that can be inserted into correspondingly designed sockets of the second contact area, or vice versa. According to one embodiment, the rear seat is positioned adjacent to the first seat (without tools), for example, by a sliding or a sliding / tilting movement of the second seat. In particular, the translational component enables contact between the contact areas. The rear seat can be secured or positioned using a suitable locking mechanism that allows for a positive and / or force-fit connection of the rear seat.

[0009] It should be mentioned here that the front seat is also conveniently designed or constructed to be removable, especially without tools.

[0010] Advantageously, the electrical connection between the first contact area of ​​the second seat and the second electrical contact area of ​​the second seat is arranged or formed within the second seat, in particular entirely within it. Advantageously, any necessary electrical wires or cables, etc., are arranged entirely within the seat and are not visible from the outside. The rear seat advantageously allows for the through-wiring of any signals, voltages, currents, etc., necessary for the operation of the lighting unit.

[0011] According to a preferred embodiment, the at least one lighting unit is a brake light, a taillight, or a turn signal. Several lighting units can be arranged or arranged on appropriately separately designed first contact areas. Alternatively, the lighting unit is also a lighting module that integrally includes a brake light, a taillight, and / or at least one turn signal, preferably both turn signals. Typically, the lighting units are arranged on the rear of the respective seat.

[0012] According to one embodiment, the seating device comprises a common support structure or seat pan on which the seats are arranged or can be arranged. Alternatively, each seat has a separate support structure or seat pan.

[0013] Advantageously, the first seat has an electrical connection point, particularly a wireless one, for electrically connecting to a motorcycle's electrical circuit. According to a preferred embodiment, for example, corresponding (electrical) contacts are integrated into the support structure or seat pan. Connection is advantageously made directly when the front seat is attached to the vehicle, which also provides corresponding contacts for this purpose. These contacts are automatically activated when the front seat is in place.

[0014] The means for contacting the electrical circuit of the corresponding vehicle or motorcycle are conveniently provided on an underside of the seat, for example at the bottom of the seat pan or on the supporting structure.

[0015] Advantageously, the light unit(s), if several are provided, should be able to be mounted / dismounted without tools. In particular, they should be inserted, especially by positive and / or non-positive locking, whereby a locking mechanism or the like may be provided for secure holding or locking.

[0016] According to one embodiment, the lighting unit and / or at least the first contact area has a locking mechanism designed to prevent the lighting unit from being removed. This mechanism is activated, for example, when it is detected that a driver has left the vehicle, or that the ignition key (if present) has been removed, or that the vehicle's readiness to drive has been deactivated, etc.

[0017] The invention also relates to a motorcycle which includes at least one seat device according to the invention. The seat device is, in particular, a two-part seat device. The front seat includes a removable rear light module (lighting unit). This is advantageously connected wirelessly via the rider's seat, i.e., the front seat. The connection between the rider's seat and the motorcycle is wireless. Any cables or electrical conductors may well run within the rider's seat. The cables or electrical conductors are also integrated into the passenger seat. The cables of the passenger seat or electrical conductors are connected to the rider's seat via the contact points. The rear light module is mounted on the passenger seat. This allows for a quick and easy change from one to two seats and vice versa.

[0018] The term "motor vehicle" refers in particular to single- or multi-track motor vehicles, such as motorcycles, scooters, trikes, quads, LMW (Leaning Multi Wheel) vehicles or other vehicles which have seats or benches arranged one behind the other (see, for example, snowmobiles).

[0019] Further advantages and features will become apparent from the following description of an embodiment of a seating device with reference to the attached figures.

[0020] They show: Fig. 1: a schematic view of an embodiment of a front seat; Fig. 2: those from the Fig. 1 known arrangement with a second seat arranged behind it; Fig. 3: a schematic side view of an embodiment of a front seat; Fig. 4: those from the Fig. 3 known arrangements, wherein a rear seat is arranged.

[0021] Fig. Figure 1 schematically shows a top view of a first seat 10 of a two-part seat or bench. An arrow is shown for orientation; compare the reference symbol F, which indicates a direction of travel of a motorcycle not otherwise shown. A lighting unit 40, such as a rear light module, is arranged on the rear of the first seat 10. This unit may contain, for example, a taillight, a brake light, and / or the turn signals. Power is supplied via electrical conductors 62, which are arranged inside the seat 10. The seat 10, or in particular its seating surface, is shown transparently. In addition to the conductors 62, an electrical connection point 60 is visible, which serves for the electrical contact of the vehicle electronics. The electrical connection point 60 consists, for example, of pins, plugs, or sockets, etc., which are intended for interaction with the motorcycle not shown here. Advantageously, the first or front seat 10 has a first electrical contact area 30, which is designed to interact with the lighting unit 40. Advantageously, the lighting unit 40 is designed to be removable. It can therefore be removed in order to arrange a second seat, in particular a passenger seat, adjacent to the driver's seat 10, see the . Fig. 2.

[0022] Fig. 2 shows the main points from the Fig. 1. A known arrangement, wherein a second seat 20 (passenger seat) is now arranged behind the first seat 10 (driver's seat). The lighting unit 40 is now arranged at the rear of the second seat 20. Advantageously, the second seat 20 includes a second electrical contact area 32, which, in the same way as the lighting unit 40, can interact with the first electrical contact area 30. Electrical conductors 62 are arranged inside the seat 20 to transmit any signals, voltages, currents, etc., to the lighting unit 40, which is now arranged at the second seat 20. Advantageously, the second seat 20 also has a first electrical contact area 30 at its end, similar to the front seat 10.

[0023] Fig. Figure 3 shows another schematic sketch, similar to the Fig. 1, now in a side view. Shown is a front seat 10, which has a seat surface 12. On the side walls or side sections of the front seat, with respect to a direction of travel F, a light unit 40 is arranged on the rear side via a first electrical contact area 30.

[0024] Fig. 4 shows the one from the Fig. 3 known arrangement, wherein a second seat 20 (passenger seat) with a seat surface 22 is arranged behind the first seat 10 (driver's seat). The light unit 40 is now arranged at the end of the second seat 20. For this purpose, the seat 20 expediently has a first electrical contact area 30, similar to the front seat 10n. In order to contact the first electrical contact area 30 of the front seat, the second seat 20 expediently has the second electrical contact area 32. In the present case, each seat 10, 20 comprises a separate support structure or seat pan 50. An electrical connection point can be located on the underside of the front seat 10, for example on its support structure 50, compare for example the Fig. 1. be designed for electrical contacting the corresponding vehicle. Reference symbol list 10 first, front seat 12 Seating area 20 second, rear seat 22 Seating area 30 first electrical contact area 32 second electrical contact area 40 light units 50 Seat tub, supporting structure 60 electrical connection point 62 ladders F Direction of travel

Claims

[1] Seating device with a first seat (10), which, in particular on the rear side, has at least a first electrical contact area (30) on which a light unit (40) is or can be disassemblably arranged, and wherein a second seat (20) is arranged or can be arranged adjacent to the first seat (10), which has at least a second electrical contact area (32) for interaction with the at least one first electrical contact area (30), and wherein the second seat (20) has at least a first electrical contact area (30) on which the light unit (40) is or can be arranged when the second seat (20) is adjacent to the first seat (10). [2] Seating device according to claim 1, wherein the contact areas (30, 32) are designed and arranged such that contact can be achieved indirectly via the arrangement of the seats (10, 20) on each other. [3] Seating device according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the contact areas (30, 32) are designed as a plug connection. [4] Seating device according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the electrical connection between the first contact area (30) and the second electrical contact area (32) is arranged or formed within the second seat (20). [5] Seating device according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the at least one light unit (40) is a brake light, a tail light or a turn signal or a lighting module comprising a brake light, a tail light and / or at least a turn signal. [6] Seating device according to one of the preceding claims, comprising a common support structure (50) or seat tray on which the seats (10, 20) are arranged or can be arranged. [7] Seating device according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the first seat (10) has an electrical connection point (60) for wireless contacting a circuit of a motorcycle. [8] Seating device according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the light unit (40) can be mounted / dismounted without tools. [9] Seating device according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the light unit (40) and / or the at least one first contact area (30) comprise a locking mechanism designed to prevent disassembly of the light unit (40). [10] Motorcycle comprising a seat device according to any of the preceding claims.

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