Luggage for a motorcycle as well as motorcycle

Abstract

A case for a motorcycle, comprising a fastening system on a side wall of the case for attaching the case to a support structure of a motorcycle, wherein the fastening system has two fixed hook elements arranged at a distance along a longitudinal direction and two locking elements slidably mounted thereto, which are each arranged below the hook elements and are displaceable along the longitudinal direction between a first position and a second position, and wherein the case has a rail element which is arranged below the locking elements and is designed to secure the hook elements against rotation and to guide them along the longitudinal direction, and wherein the rail element is designed such that the locking elements are guided in both the first position and the second position.

Description

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

[0002] Cases as transport solutions for two-wheeled vehicles, such as motorcycles, are a well-established technology. They are typically attached to a suitable support structure at the rear of the vehicle. The requirements for the associated mounting system are high due to the loads encountered during operation. Furthermore, such cases must be quick and easy to remove when not in use.

[0003] It is therefore an object of the present invention to provide a case for a motorcycle and a motorcycle, wherein a stable and reliable system is to be provided for attaching the case to the motorcycle.

[0004] This problem is solved by a suitcase according to claim 1 and by a motorcycle according to claim 7. Further advantages and features will become apparent from the dependent claims, the description, and the accompanying figure.

[0005] DE 10 2018 007 532 B4 relates to a transport device for attachment to a vehicle frame element with at least two parallel struts, wherein the transport device has a luggage receiving area, at least one side part, two first retaining elements attached to the side part, each having at least one recess for at least partial reception of the upper strut, wherein the first retaining elements are rigidly attached to the side part, two second retaining elements attached to the side part, each having at least one recess for at least partial reception of the lower strut, wherein the second retaining elements are rigidly attached to the side part, and a locking device operable via a locking and unlocking lever for locking the transport device to the vehicle frame element.

[0006] According to the invention, a case for a motorcycle comprises a fastening system on a side wall of the case for attaching the case to a support structure of the motorcycle, wherein the fastening system has two hook elements arranged at a fixed distance along a longitudinal direction and two locking elements slidably mounted thereto, which are each arranged below the hook elements and are displaceable along the longitudinal direction between a first position and a second position, and wherein the case has a rail element which is arranged below the locking elements and is designed to secure the locking elements against rotation and to guide them along the longitudinal direction, wherein the rail element is designed, in particular is long enough and is also positioned such that the locking elements are guided in both the first position and the second position, and in particular are secured against rotation.According to one embodiment, the support structure is provided directly or indirectly by the rear of the vehicle. In another embodiment, the support structure can comprise a beam or strut to which the case can be attached. The case can be hooked onto a correspondingly shaped strut or beam of the support structure using the hook elements. The locking elements preferably each have projections that act as counterparts to the hook elements and prevent the case from being removed. The locking elements are initially in the first position. By moving the locking elements to the second position, the support structure can be "released" and the case lifted off. For assembly and disassembly, the locking elements are preferably arranged to be movable simultaneously along the longitudinal axis.The user can, for example, operate a control device, such as a lever or the like, which is expediently mechanically connected to the locking elements, so that, for example, lifting the lever moves both locking elements. The locking elements preferably have base plates that rest against the side wall of the case. The aforementioned projections extend from these base plates. It has now been found that the locking elements can be guided particularly securely and reliably by the rail element, especially across their entire adjustment range, i.e., in the first position, the second position, and in between.

[0007] A stable plastic or a metallic material can be used as the material for the rail element, the hook elements and / or the locking elements.

[0008] The suitcase in question is specifically a so-called side case. It can be made of metal and / or plastic, thus featuring, for example, a hard outer shell. However, the suitcase can also have a flexible outer shell, such as one made of a textile material. Two hook elements are advantageously fixed to the side of the suitcase, allowing it to be attached to, and in particular suspended from, the supporting structure. These are complemented by sliding locking elements, which ensure that the suitcase is securely held to the supporting structure.

[0009] The rail element can be provided directly by the side wall, for example, by being integrally formed within it. According to the invention, the rail element is rotationally fixed to the side wall of the case by means of at least two fastening elements, such as screws. The rail element is a separate component that is screwed to the side wall of the case.

[0010] According to a preferred embodiment, the rail element has a wall thickness of at least 1.5 mm. However, it can also be advantageous to have a greater wall thickness, for example 2 mm, 2.5 mm or 3 mm.

[0011] According to a preferred embodiment, the rail element is made of metal, such as aluminum.

[0012] According to one embodiment, the rail element is made of a composite material, such as a reinforced plastic, for example a fiber-reinforced plastic.

[0013] According to one embodiment, the rail element has or forms a support structure designed to interact with the load-bearing structure. The support structure can be understood as a support surface on which the load-bearing structure, or a part thereof, can rest. The support structure is advantageously provided in the area where the rail element is attached to the side wall, for example, in the area of ​​the screw points. With respect to the length of the rail element, the support structure is preferably located approximately in the middle.

[0014] As already mentioned, the locking elements preferably have base plates. These rest against the side wall of the case. Advantageously, a contour is formed on the side wall, which (also) serves to guide the base elements or the locking elements along the longitudinal direction. To ensure reliable function in all operating conditions and throughout the entire service life of such cases, a rail element is advantageously provided.

[0015] The invention also relates to a motorized bicycle which has or comprises a support structure in which a case according to the invention is arranged. According to a preferred embodiment, the case is in particular a side case. The motorized bicycle is in particular a single- or multi-track motorized bicycle, such as a scooter or a motorcycle.

[0016] Further advantages and features will become apparent from the following description of an embodiment of a suitcase with reference to the attached figure.

[0017] It shows: Fig. 1: A perspective view of an embodiment of a suitcase according to the invention.

[0018] Fig.Figure 1 shows a perspective view of an embodiment of a case 10 with a side wall 12 to which two hook elements 20 are attached spaced apart along a longitudinal direction L, which is essentially aligned with the direction of travel of a vehicle (not shown). Slightly below the hook elements 20, two locking elements 20 are positioned along the longitudinal direction L. These are movable between a first position and a second position (back and forth), see the double arrow with reference numeral V. The locking elements 22 are advantageously movable together, for example by pulling on the actuating device 40. The case 10 can be attached to the respective vehicle via the hook elements 20 in conjunction with the locking elements 22.To securely and stably attach the locking elements 22 to the side wall 12, and in particular to guide them securely and prevent them from rotating, a rail element 30 is advantageously arranged on the side wall 12. This rail element is advantageously long enough to guide the locking elements 22 securely in all positions. The rail element 30 can be riveted or screwed to the side wall 12, for example, using two screws, as shown here.

[0019] The rail element 30 comprises a support structure 32 against which the load-bearing structure can be supported or against which the load-bearing structure, or a part or section thereof, can rest. Reference numeral 26 designates a pocket into which a holder can engage, which serves for the additional fixing of the case to the vehicle / motorcycle (not shown here). Reference symbol list 10 suitcases 12 side wall 14 Contour 20 hook elements 22 Locking element 24 Base plate 26 bags 30 rail elements 32 Support structure 40 Actuating device L Longitudinal direction V Direction of movement

Claims

[1] A case (10) for a motorcycle, comprising a fastening system on a side wall (12) of the case (10) for fastening the case (10) to a support structure of a motorcycle, wherein the fastening system has two fixed hook elements (20) arranged at a distance along a longitudinal direction (L) and two locking elements (22), which are each arranged below the hook elements (20) and are displaceable along the longitudinal direction (L) between a first position and a second position, and wherein the case (10) has a rail element (30) which is arranged below the locking elements (22) and is designed to secure the locking elements (22) against rotation and to guide them along the longitudinal direction (L), wherein the rail element (30) is designed such that the locking elements (22) are guided in both the first position and the second position, and wherein the rail element (30) is fixed to the side wall of the case (10) in a rotationally fixed manner via at least two fastening elements. [2] Suitcase (10) according to claim 1, wherein the rail element (30) has a wall thickness of at least 1.5 mm. [3] Suitcase (10) according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the rail element (30) is made of metal. [4] Suitcase (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the rail element (30) is formed from a composite material, in particular a reinforced plastic. [5] Suitcase (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the rail element (30) has a support structure (32) which is designed to interact with the supporting structure. [6] Case (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the locking elements (22) have base plates (24) which abut the side wall (12) of the case (10) and are guided over a contour (14) which is formed in the side wall (12). [7] Motorcycle comprising a support structure on which a case according to one of the preceding claims is arranged.

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