Rollable and adjustable motorcycle loading system with integrated electric winch
The adjustable loading aid with an integrated electric winch addresses the risks of loading motorcycles onto trailers by ensuring secure positioning and single-person operation, enhancing safety and efficiency.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Utility models
- Current Assignee / Owner
- TOPNIK MICHAEL
- Filing Date
- 2026-01-17
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-07
AI Technical Summary
Loading a motorcycle onto a trailer is risky due to the unwieldiness of motorcycles, slippery surfaces, steep loading angles, lack of a center stand, and the need for a second person to assist, posing risks of personal injury and property damage, especially for elderly individuals lacking strength or dexterity.
A rolling and adjustable loading aid with an integrated electric winch, featuring adjustable wheel mounts and telescopic units, which can be customized for different motorcycles, ensuring secure positioning and lifting with the winch, and adhering to load securing standards.
The system provides safe and efficient loading and unloading of motorcycles onto trailers, reducing the risk of injury and damage by enabling single-person operation and optimal weight distribution.
Smart Images
Figure 00000000_0000_ABST
Abstract
Description
The problems so far:
[0001] Until now, loading a motorcycle onto a trailer with a loading ramp or folding mechanism has always been risky unless a second person is available to assist. The risk of causing personal injury or property damage is ever-present. The reasons for this vary; often it's due to the unwieldiness of some motorcycles, but slippery surfaces or excessively steep loading angles also pose problems and can easily lead to the motorcycle tipping over. There are also frequent reports of elderly people lacking the strength or dexterity to safely drive or push the motorcycle onto the trailer. Additionally, there's the challenge of positioning the motorcycle in such a way as to create an optimal base for securing it.The reason for this is the lack of a center stand, which manufacturers are increasingly omitting; in some cases, the motorcycle's weight is so high that using the center stand is simply impossible. Previous motorcycle stands or rockers were not mobile and were designed only for stationary use. The solution to the problem:
[0002] This is a rolling and adjustable loading aid for motorcycles with an integrated electric winch, which can be individually adapted to different motorcycle types. The wheel mount (11) must be adjusted so that the motorcycle tire achieves sufficient clamping force. The telescopic unit (13) can also be continuously adjusted to increase lateral stability if necessary. For transport purposes, this unit (13) can be completely removed to reduce the overall width of the unit. A version is also available in which the front wheels cannot be adjusted with the telescopic units (13). In this version, the front wheels are aligned with the rear wheels.
[0003] For loading, the motorcycle is pushed into the cradle (1) with momentum until the adjustable wheel support (11) is reached. This secures the front wheel and / or the entire motorcycle. Additionally, the motorcycle must be secured to the two eyelets (9) with ratchet straps. The locking lever (5) on the cradle is then engaged. The tightness of the two telescopic sections (13) must now be checked. To do this, check that the two wing nuts (10) are tight and tighten the locknut. Once the motorcycle is positioned straight in front of the loading ramp, the loading process can begin. First, the steel cable of the electric winch (12) must be unwound to allow the lifting hook to move freely. The lifting hook must then be attached to a sturdy eyelet or fastening unit to ensure safe loading. A strong magnet with an eyelet can also be used as a fastening unit.While the electric winch (12) pulls the motorcycle forward, care should be taken to ensure it remains traveling straight ahead so that it is always positioned centrally for optimal weight distribution. Once the motorcycle is fully on the loading platform, it can be secured according to current load securing standards and regulations. The unloading process is carried out in reverse order. To ensure a clear view of the loading process from all sides, it is recommended to choose a model with a radio remote control that also operates in both directions.
[0004] Reference list Fig. 1 1. Rocker arm wheel mount 2. Axle with threads at the ends 3. 2x rear wheels 4. Base frame / Main frame 5. Locking lever for rocker 6. Cross brace for thru axle 7. Guide sleeve for stub axle 8. 4x front wheels 9. Round eyelet for telescopic unit 10. Wing screw + thread + lock nut 11. Adjustable wheel mount (multi-stage) 12. Electric motor with control electronics 12.1. Bolt, cotter pin for adjustment unit 13. Telescopic unit, movable 14. Copper sliding bushings for front and rear wheels 15. Spacers 16. U-washer + lock nut 17th axis Variant A with spacer sleeve (15) B Variant without spacer sleeve (15) Reference list Fig. 2 12. Electric motor with control electronics 12.1 Bolt, cotter pin for adjustment unit Reference list Fig. 3 3. 2x rear wheels 8. 4x front wheels 16. Washer + Lock nut 17th axis
Claims
[1] Rollable and adjustable motorcycle loading system with integrated electric winch (12) is characterized by , that the system comprises an adjustable base frame (4) with a front telescopic unit (13) on which the electric winch (12) is mounted in the area of a wheel mount (11). 2-11 Claims for protection with reference to point 1. [2] Rollable and adjustable motorcycle loading system with integrated electric winch is characterized by that it is mobile as a whole structure. [3] Rollable and adjustable motorcycle loading system with integrated electric winch is characterized by , that the telescopic unit in the front base frame (4) can be adjusted or removed for transport purposes. [4] Rollable and adjustable motorcycle loading system with integrated electric winch is characterized by , that the rear axle (2) serves simultaneously as a mount for the rocker arm (1) and as an axle for the rear wheels. [5] Rollable and adjustable motorcycle loading system with integrated electric winch is characterized by , that the wheel mount (11) can be adjusted in multiple stages. [6] Rollable and adjustable motorcycle loading system with integrated electric winch is characterized by , that the rocker can additionally be locked with a locking lever (4) attached to the side. [7] Rollable and adjustable motorcycle loading system with integrated electric winch is characterized by , that the telescopic unit (13) can be fixed to the base frame with wing screws (10). [8] Rollable and adjustable motorcycle loading system with integrated electric winch is characterized by , that the electric winch (12) is located in the middle area of the wheel mount (11) in order to achieve an optimal pulling result. [9] Rollable and adjustable motorcycle loading system with integrated electric winch is characterized by, that the cross brace (6) also serves as a support for the rocker (1). [10] Rollable and adjustable motorcycle loading system with integrated electric winch is characterized by , that the front and rear wheels are provided with a copper bushing (14) on the inside for sliding purposes. [11] Rollable and adjustable motorcycle loading system with integrated electric winch is characterized by , that the rear axle (2) is reinforced by lateral guide sleeves (2).