Vehicle body structure and saddle seat vehicle

Abstract

A vehicle body structure of a saddle-seat vehicle, characterized by: a rear light assembly; and a rear panel, the rear panel comprising: an upper cover that covers the rear light unit from above, and a lower cover that covers the rear light unit from below, wherein the upper cover has an upper surface section positioned above the rear light unit, and a rear extension section extending downwards from a rear end of the upper surface section, wherein the rear extension section, in a rear view, at least partially covers an area on the rear of the vehicle body of the rear light assembly and partially forms an opening through which a light emission unit is exposed, and wherein the upper surface section and the rear extension section abut the taillight unit.

Description

[TECHNICAL FIELD]

[0001] The present invention relates to a vehicle body structure, which is mainly intended for a saddle seat vehicle. [STATE OF THE ART]

[0002] A saddle-seat vehicle, such as a two-wheeled vehicle, generally includes a rear light assembly. PTL 1 discloses a structure in which the rear light assembly is supported by several support sections and positioned within a vehicle body rear structure. [QUOTATION LIST][PATENT LITERATURE]

[0003] [PTL 1] Japanese Patent No. 7515735 [SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION][TECHNICAL PROBLEM]

[0004] On a saddle-seat vehicle, the taillight is generally attached to a strut extending from the vehicle frame and connected to a fairing. However, on a saddle-seat vehicle, the taillight can be subjected to loads from various directions due to vibrations from the ground, acceleration and deceleration, and body roll. While mounting the taillight to the frame allows for relatively high rigidity, this can increase the size and weight of the rear body structure. Although a design like PTL 1, where the taillight is supported by external components, is conceivable, a technique is needed that allows for further improvement of multidirectional rigidity with a relatively simple design.

[0005] A clear objective of the present invention is to enable a suitable positioning of a rear light unit in a vehicle body structure with a relatively simple structure. [SOLUTION TO THE PROBLEM]

[0006] One aspect of the invention relates to a vehicle body structure, which is a vehicle body structure of a saddle-seat vehicle, characterized in that it comprises: a rear light unit; and a rear panel, the rear fairing features: an upper cover that covers the rear light unit from above, and a lower cover that covers the rear light unit from below, wherein the upper cover has an upper surface section positioned above the rear light unit, and a rear extension section extending downwards from a rear end of the upper surface section, wherein the rear extension section, in a rear view, at least partially covers an area on a vehicle body rear of the taillight unit and partially forms an opening through which a light emission unit is exposed, and the upper surface section and the rear extension section abut the taillight unit. [BENEFICIAL EFFECTS OF THE INVENTION]

[0007] According to the present invention, a rear light unit can be attached in a suitable manner. [BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS] [ Fig. 1] Fig. Figure 1 is a side view of a saddle seat vehicle according to one embodiment. [ Fig. 2] Fig. Figure 2 is a perspective view of a rear section of the saddle-seat vehicle. [ Fig. 3] Fig. Figure 3 is an exploded view of a rear fairing. [ Fig. 4] Fig. Figures 4A to 4D are schematic representations illustrating the structure of a rear light unit. [ Fig. 5] Fig. Figures 5A to 5D are schematic representations illustrating the structure of a top cover. [ Fig. 6] Fig. Figures 6A to 6D are schematic representations illustrating the structure of a bottom cover. [ Fig. 7] Fig. Figures 7A to 7D are schematic diagrams illustrating the structure of a side cover. [ Fig. 8] Fig. 8A and Fig. 8B are rear views of a rear section of the saddle-seat vehicle. [ Fig. 9] Fig. Figures 9A to 9C are top views of a rear part of the saddle-seat vehicle. [ Fig. 10] Fig. 10A and Fig. Figure 10B shows side views of the rear part of the saddle seat vehicle. [DESCRIPTION OF EXECUTION FORMS]

[0008] The following are detailed descriptions of embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that the following embodiments are not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, nor are they intended to limit the invention to any combination of features described in the embodiments. Two or more of the features described in the embodiments may be combined as needed. Furthermore, identical or similar configurations are designated with the same reference numerals, and redundant descriptions are omitted. <gesamtkonfiguration>

[0009] Fig. Figure 1 is a side view of a saddle-seat vehicle 1 according to one embodiment. The saddle-seat vehicle 1 comprises wheels 11, an actuating unit 12, and a seat 13. A driver can sit on the seat 13 and perform driving operations such as accelerating, braking, and steering using the actuating unit 12. In the present embodiment, the saddle-seat vehicle 1 is a two-wheeled vehicle with a single front wheel and a single rear wheel as wheels 11, although the number of wheels 11 can also be three or more.

[0010] To facilitate understanding of the structure, the X-axis, Y-axis, and Z-axis are shown orthogonally to each other in the drawing (the same applies to other drawings described later). The X-direction corresponds to the front-back direction of the vehicle body, the Y-direction corresponds to the left-right direction of the vehicle body, and the Z-direction corresponds to the up-down direction of the vehicle body.

[0011] In this description, terms such as front / back, left / right (sideways), and top / bottom denote relative positional relationships with respect to a vehicle body. For example, terms like "front" and "front side" correspond to a +X direction, while terms like "back" and "rear side" correspond to a -X direction. Similarly, terms like inside and outside denote relative positional relationships with respect to the vehicle body. <Detaillierte Struktur des hinteren Teils der Fahrzeugkarosserie>

[0012] Fig. Figure 2 is a perspective view of a structure ST1 (referred to as vehicle body structure ST1) of a rear section of the saddle-seat vehicle 1. The vehicle body structure ST1 comprises a taillight assembly 2 and a rear panel 3. Although details are described later, the taillight assembly 2 includes a light-emitting unit 21, which emits light and is accommodated in the rear panel 3 such that the light-emitting unit 21 is exposed (see Figure 2). Fig. 3).

[0013] The rear fairing 3 comprises an upper cover 31, a lower cover 32, and a pair of left and right side covers 33L and 33R (the side covers 33L and 33R are collectively referred to as side covers 33). The upper cover 31, the lower cover 32, and the side covers 33 are joined together to form a surface of the rear part of the saddle-seat vehicle 1 as the rear fairing 3 and surround a main body of the taillight assembly 2, while the light-emitting unit 21 remains exposed, as shown in Fig. 2 shown.

[0014] The lower cover 32 is positioned above the rear wheel 11 and functions at least partially as a rear fender (mudguard). Additionally, a plate mounting section 802 and a direction indicator 803 are attached below the light emission unit 21 via a strut 801, with these components also functioning as a rear fender.

[0015] Fig. Figure 3 is an exploded view of the rear panel 3, showing the taillight assembly 2 together with the upper cover 31, the lower cover 32, and the side covers 33. The detailed structures of these individual components are shown in the Fig. 4A to 7D are shown.

[0016] Fig. 4A is a perspective view of the rear light unit 2. Fig. 4B is a rear view of the rear light unit 2 (viewed from the +X direction). Fig. 4C is a front view of the rear light unit 2 (viewed from the -X direction). Fig. 4D is a side view of the rear light unit 2 (viewed from the -Y direction).

[0017] In the present embodiment, the light emission unit 21 is formed by connecting two adjacent light emission surfaces 21a and 21b, which have a substantially circular shape, to a connecting surface 21c (see Fig. 4B and Fig. 3) In the present embodiment, the light-emitting surfaces 21a and 21b and the connecting surface 21c form downwardly inclined surfaces. As in Fig. As shown in Figure 3, the connecting surface 21c is connected to a middle section (a later described rear extension section 311) of the upper cover 31 and a middle section (a later described lateral extension section 312) of the lower cover 32, so that they essentially form a common plane, although, for example, a stepped section may be formed between them for framing purposes.

[0018] Although details will be described later, the rear light assembly 2 also includes mounting sections 2h31 and 2p32 for attachment to other components.

[0019] Fig. 5A is a perspective view of the upper cover 31. Fig. 5B is a rear view of the top cover 31. Fig. 5C is a front view of the upper cover 31. Fig. 5D is a side view of the top cover 31.

[0020] The upper cover 31 comprises an upper surface section 310, the rear extension section 311 and side extension sections 312, and is arranged to cover the rear light unit 2 from above (see Fig. 3 and 5A to 5D). The upper surface section 310 is positioned above the rear light unit 2, forms part of the vehicle body behind seat 13, and has a substantially flat surface. The rear extension section 311 extends downwards from a rear end of the upper surface section 310, providing an opening OP1 to expose the light emission unit 21 (see Fig. 2) is partially formed. Furthermore, the rear extension section 311 extends forward and downward, forming an acute angle with the upper surface section 310 in side view, thus improving the aesthetic appearance. The side extension sections 312 extend downward from both sides of the upper surface section 310, with the rear light assembly 2 being covered from the sides by the side extension sections 312 when the upper cover 31 is fitted.

[0021] Although details will be described later, the upper cover 31 further includes fastening sections 31h4, 31p2, 31h2, 31h32 and 31h33 for fastening to other components.

[0022] Fig. 6A is a perspective view of the lower cover 32. Fig. 6B is a rear view of the lower cover 32. Fig. 6C is a front view of the lower cover 32. Fig. 6D is a side view of the lower cover 32.

[0023] The lower cover 32 comprises a lower surface section 320, a rear extension section 321 and side extension sections 322, and is arranged to cover the rear light unit 2 from below (see Fig. 3 and 6A to 6D). The lower surface section 320 is positioned such that it covers at least part of the rear light assembly 2 from below, forms a wheel arch over the rear wheel 11, and has a substantially curved surface. The rear extension section 321 extends upward from a rear end of the lower surface section 320, partially forming the opening OP1. Thus, the rear extension section 321 extends such that it forms a substantially common plane with the rear extension section 311 of the upper cover 31. The side extension sections 322 extend upward from both sides of a rear end section of the lower surface section 320, with the rear light assembly 2 being covered from the sides by the side extension sections 322.

[0024] Although details will be described later, the lower cover 32 also includes fastening sections 32h4, 32p2, 32h31 and 32e33 for attachment to other components.

[0025] When both the upper cover 31 and the lower cover 32 are attached, the lateral extension sections 312 and 322 are positioned so that they overlap in the side view, with the lateral extension sections 322 positioned outside the lateral extension sections 312. In such a configuration, the upper cover 31 and the lower cover 32 can be connected and fixed to each other at the lateral extension sections 312 and 322 using known connecting elements.

[0026] Fig. 7A is a perspective view of side covers 33L and 33R. Fig. 7B is a rear view of side covers 33L and 33R. Fig. 7C is a front view of side covers 33L and 33R. Fig. 7D is a side view of side covers 33L and 33R.

[0027] The side covers 33 additionally cover the rear light unit 2 from the sides, with the rear light unit 2 being covered from above and below by the upper cover 31 and the lower cover 32. The side covers 33 are connected to and attached to the upper cover 31 and the lower cover 32 using known connecting elements (see Fig. 3 and 7A to 7D). A frame section 331, which partially forms the opening OP1, extends inward at a rear end of each of the side covers 33. When the top cover 31, the bottom cover 32, and the side covers 33 are all in place, the rear extension section 311, the rear extension section 321, and the frame section 331 interlock to form a single opening OP1. The frame section 331 may be extended to form a substantially common plane with the rear extension sections 311 and 321. Furthermore, each of the side covers 33 forms an opening OP1 at its rear end section in a side view, as shown in Fig. 7D shows an acute angle, wherein the acute angle essentially corresponds to an acute angle formed between the upper surface section 310 and the rear extension section 311 of the upper cover 31.

[0028] Although details will be described later, the side covers 33 also include fastening sections 33h31 and 33e32 for attachment to other components.

[0029] The internal structure of the rear panel 3, such as the shapes of the inner walls of the side covers 33L and 33R, is not strictly symmetrical due to the vehicle body structure, but this does not have a significant impact on the content of the present embodiment.

[0030] Fig. Figure 8A shows a rear view of the vehicle body structure ST1 with side covers 33 removed (the front part of the vehicle body is not shown for clarity of the drawing). Fig. Figure 8B shows a rear view of the vehicle body structure ST1 with the upper cover 31 additionally removed.

[0031] As described above, the upper cover 31 includes the rear extension section 311, which extends downwards from the rear end of the upper surface section 310, wherein the rear extension section 311 covers at least a portion of the rear light assembly 2 in a rear view and partially forms the opening OP1 to expose the light emission unit 21. Accordingly, the rear extension section 311 abuts a region of the rear light assembly 2, this region being located above the light emission unit 21.

[0032] In the present embodiment, the light emission unit 21 is formed by connecting two adjacent light emission surfaces 21a and 21b via the connecting surface 21c. When the upper cover 31 is attached, the rear extension section 311 therefore abuts an area positioned between the two light emission surfaces 21a and 21b and above the connecting surface 21c of the rear light unit 2.

[0033] Thus, according to the present embodiment, the rear light unit 2 can be positioned with such a configuration.

[0034] Furthermore, according to the present embodiment, the number of components used to position the rear light unit 2 can be reduced, i.e., a suitable positioning of the rear light unit 2 can be achieved in a relatively simple configuration.

[0035] Furthermore, according to the present embodiment, the rear extension section 311 extends downwards to form an acute angle with the upper surface section 310 in a side view, thereby making the above-mentioned positioning more reliable and robust and also improving the aesthetics of the appearance of the vehicle body structure ST1. <innenstruktur>

[0036] Fig. Figure 9A shows a top view of the vehicle body structure ST1 with the side covers 33 removed. Fig. Figure 9B shows a top view of the vehicle body structure ST1, with seat 13 also removed. Fig. Figure 9C shows a top view of the vehicle body structure ST1, with the upper cover 31 also removed.

[0037] Fig. Figure 10A shows a side view of the vehicle body structure ST1 with the side covers 33 removed. Fig. Figure 10B shows a side view of the vehicle body structure ST1, with the upper cover 31 also removed.

[0038] The vehicle body structure ST1 further comprises a seat rail 4 for supporting the seat 13. In the present embodiment, the seat rail 4 is formed by a pair of left and right upper frames and lower frames extending from two different positions of a main frame (in Fig. (9A to 10B not shown) extend rearward and upward, bringing them closer together. Accordingly, the seat rail 4, and thus the vehicle body structure ST1, can be robustly designed.

[0039] For better understanding, in the Fig. In frames 9A to 10B, the left of the two upper frames on the left and right is shown as upper frame 4LU and the right one as upper frame 4RU. Similarly, the left of the two lower frames on the left and right is shown as lower frame 4LB and the right one as lower frame 4RB.

[0040] In the present embodiment, as in the Fig. 10A and Fig. Figure 10B shows a rear end of the upper frame 4RU positioned behind a rear end of the lower frame 4RB (the positional relationship between the upper frames 4LU and 4LB is the same). One rear end of the seat rail 4 corresponds to the rear ends of the upper frames 4LU and 4RU.

[0041] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 9C, fastening sections 4h31 are provided for attaching the upper cover 31 to the upper sections of the rear ends of the respective upper frames 4LU and 4RU in the seat rail 4. The fastening sections 4h31 are provided, for example, via a predetermined strut in a plan view outside the upper frames 4LU and 4RU. The fastening sections 31h4 of the upper cover 31 overlap the fastening sections 4h31, whereby the upper cover 31 can be attached, for example, by fastening it to the seat rail 4, in a plan view outside an outermost edge of the seat rail 4.

[0042] As in the Fig. 10A and Fig. As shown in Figure 10B, a fastening section 4h32 is provided for attaching the lower cover 32 to a lower section of the rear end of the lower frame 4RB (the same applies to the lower frame 4LB). The fastening section 32h4 of the lower cover 32 overlaps the fastening section 4h32, and the lower cover 32 can be attached, for example, by fastening it to the seat rail 4.

[0043] In such a configuration, the rear light unit 2 can be attached between the upper cover 31 and the lower cover 32, which are respectively attached to the mounting sections 4h31 and 4h32. The rear light unit 2 is attached such that its front end is positioned behind the rear end of the seat rail 4, and a space SP1 is formed between the front end of the rear light unit 2 and the rear end of the seat rail 4.

[0044] As in Fig. 9C and Fig. As shown in Figure 10B, an electrical component 91 can be arranged in space SP1 to control the rear light unit 2. In the present embodiment, the electrical component 91 comprises a relay for controlling the lighting and the like of the rear light unit 2, but it can also be another vehicle component. <Befestigung der einzelnen Elemente >

[0045] In the present embodiment, the lower cover 32 is attached to the seat rail 4 before the rear light unit 2 is attached. Then, the rear light unit 2 and the upper cover 31 are successively attached to the lower cover 32, and finally the side covers 33 are attached, whereby, if necessary (at the required times), fastening by screwing, connecting or the like may be carried out during the attachment process.

[0046] For example, the fastening section 32h31 provided on an upper section of the lateral extension section 322 of the lower cover 32 is connected to the fastening section 31h32 provided on a middle section in the top-bottom direction of the lateral extension section 312 of the upper cover 31 by a common fastening element. In this case, the lateral extension section 322 of the lower cover 32 is arranged outwards in the vehicle width direction, so that in the side view it overlaps the lateral extension section 312 of the upper cover 31.

[0047] In this case, the mounting section 31h2 of the upper cover 31 has an opening that allows it to be jointly attached to the mounting section 2h31 of the rear light assembly 2 by means of a fastener. The mounting section 31p2 of the upper cover 31 and the mounting sections 2p32 of the rear light assembly 2 also have openings that allow them to be jointly attached by means of a fastener. The mounting sections 32h31 and 31h32 are positioned between the mounting sections 31h2 and 2h31, as well as between the mounting sections 31p2 and 2p32, both longitudinally and vertically. In such a configuration, the rear light assembly 2 and the upper cover 31 can be sequentially attached to the lower cover 32, which is mounted on the seat rail 4.

[0048] The fastening section 31h33 of the upper cover 31 and the fastening section 33h31 of the side cover 33 have openings that allow for joint fastening. Furthermore, the fastening section 32e33 of the lower cover 32 has one or more engagement sections, and the fastening section 33e32 of the side cover 33 has one or more engagement sections, each of which can engage with the one or more engagement sections of the fastening section 32e33. In this case, the engagement can be a fixing involving a fit, a snug fit, or the like. With such a configuration, the side cover 33 can also be attached.

[0049] In the configuration described above, the rear light assembly 2, together with the upper cover 31, the lower cover 32, and the side covers 33, can be integrally attached to the seat rail 4 using a relatively small number of components. Since the upper cover 31, the lower cover 32, and the side covers 33 are connected to each other in such a way that they enclose the rear light assembly 2 in both top and side views, the vehicle body structure ST1 forms a tubular structure with the opening OP1, which serves to expose the light emission unit 21 at its rear end. Accordingly, the vehicle body structure ST1 can support the rear light assembly 2 with high rigidity. <Kurze Zusammenfassung>

[0050] According to the present embodiment, the rear extension section 311 of the upper cover 31 abuts the area above the light emission unit 21 of the rear light assembly 2, thereby suitably restricting the movement of the rear light assembly 2 in the reverse direction. In such a configuration, the rear light assembly 2 is positioned appropriately, such that, for example, no displacement of the rear light assembly 2 occurs due to the acceleration or deceleration of the saddle-seat vehicle 1. Since the positioning of the rear light assembly 2 is achieved by the rear extension section 311, no additional components such as screws or bolts are required.Thus, according to the present embodiment, it is advantageous to reduce the number of components that are generally required for positioning the rear light unit 2, thereby enabling the appropriate positioning of the rear light unit 2 to be achieved in a relatively simple configuration.

[0051] According to the present embodiment, the rear extension section 321 of the lower cover 32 abuts the area below the light emission unit 21, thereby suitably restricting the movement of the rear light unit 2 in the up-down direction. Furthermore, according to the present embodiment, the frame section 331 of the side cover 33 abuts the side area of ​​the light emission unit 21, thereby suitably further restricting the movement of the rear light unit 2 in the left-right direction. That is to say, by the additional combination of several features illustrated in the present embodiment, an even more suitable positioning of the rear light unit 2 can be achieved. <sonstiges>

[0052] The fastening of each element illustrated in the present embodiment is to be understood generally and may include not only direct fastening (fastening without an intermediate element) but also indirect fastening (fastening with an intermediate element). The fastening mentioned herein is not limited to the connection, fastening, engagement, or the like illustrated in the embodiment, but may be achieved by other known means within a range that does not deviate from the spirit of the embodiment.

[0053] Furthermore, a more suitable positioning of each element can be achieved, for example, by modifying the outer shape of the corresponding element. Therefore, known modifications to the outer shape of each element can be made within a scope that does not deviate from the spirit of the embodiment.

[0054] In the preceding description, for the sake of clarity, each element was given a name relating to its functional aspect. However, each element is not limited to one that encompasses the content described in the embodiment as its primary function, but can also be an element that includes the content as an additional function. Therefore, each element is not strictly limited to the expression, so that the expression can be replaced by another similar expression.

[0055] Furthermore, two or more elements selectively specified as examples in the embodiment are not strictly limited to their representation and can optionally be combined. For example, two or more elements listed with "and / or" can be selected additionally or alternatively. As an example of two elements A and B, the expression "A and / or B" means that only A, only B, or both A and B can be selected, and can be reformulated as "at least one of A and B". <Zusammenfassung der Ausführungsform>

[0056] Some features that have been given as examples in the embodiment above are as follows. (Point 1)

[0057] A vehicle body structure (ST1) of a saddle-seat vehicle (1), characterized by: a rear light assembly (2); and a rear panel (3), the rear fairing has an upper cover (31) that covers the rear light assembly from above, and a lower cover (32) that covers the rear light unit from below, wherein the upper cover has an upper surface section (310) positioned above the rear light assembly and a rear extension section (311) extending downwards from a rear end of the upper surface section, wherein the rear extension section at least partially covers an area on the rear of the vehicle body of the rear light unit in a rear view and partially forms an opening through which a light emission unit is exposed, and the upper surface section and the rear extension section abut the taillight unit.

[0058] These features allow the rear light unit to be held in place by the rear extension section, thus limiting its backward movement. This facilitates proper positioning of the rear light unit in a relatively simple configuration. Furthermore, the rear extension section of the upper cover frames the light emission unit of the rear light unit, which also enhances the vehicle's aesthetic appearance. (Point 2)

[0059] The vehicle body structure according to claim 1, characterized in that the upper cover is provided with lateral extension sections (312) which extend downwards from both sides of the upper surface section, the lateral extension sections covering the rear light assembly from the sides.

[0060] These features restrict the lateral (left-right) movement of the rear light unit, allowing for even more suitable positioning of the rear light unit. (Point 3)

[0061] The vehicle body structure according to claim 2, characterized in that the rear extension section extends downwards to form an acute angle with the upper surface section in a side view.

[0062] These features allow the positioning of the taillight unit to be achieved through the upper surface section and the rear extension section, thus ensuring better positioning. Furthermore, this also contributes to an improved aesthetic appearance. (Point 4)

[0063] The vehicle body structure according to claim 3, characterized in that the lateral extension sections of the upper cover are the first lateral extension sections (312), and the lower cover is provided with second lateral extension parts (322) which extend upwards from both sides of a lower surface section arranged below the rear light unit.

[0064] These features restrict the lateral movement of the rear light unit, making the positioning of the rear light unit even more reliable. (Point 5)

[0065] The vehicle body structure according to claim 4, characterized in that the rear extension section of the upper cover is a first rear extension section (311), and the lower cover is provided with a second rear extension section (321) which extends upwards from a rear end of the lower surface section.

[0066] These features restrict the backward movement of the rear light unit, making the positioning of the rear light unit even more reliable. (Point 6)

[0067] The vehicle body structure according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that the second lateral extension sections are connected to the first lateral extension sections in such a way that the second lateral extension sections overlap the first lateral extension sections in a side view.

[0068] Because of these features, the positioning of the rear light unit can be made even more reliable by connecting the first lateral extension sections and the second lateral extension sections. (Point 7)

[0069] The vehicle body structure according to claim 6, characterized in that the rear panel further comprises side covers (33) which are connected to the upper cover and the lower cover in such a way that the side covers cover the upper cover and the lower cover from the sides.

[0070] These features allow for a more reliable positioning of the rear light unit. (Point 8)

[0071] The vehicle body structure according to claim 7, characterized in that the side cover is provided with a frame section (331) that partially forms the opening.

[0072] These features restrict the lateral movement of the taillight unit, thus enabling more reliable positioning. Furthermore, this also contributes to a further improvement in the vehicle's aesthetic appearance. (Point 9)

[0073] The vehicle body structure according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that it further comprises: a seat rail (4) extending from a vehicle body to the rear and upwards, characterized in that the upper cover is attached to an upper section of a rear end of the seat rail, the lower cover is attached to a lower section of the rear end of the seat rail, and The rear light unit is attached between the upper cover and the lower cover in such a way that a front end of the rear light unit is positioned behind the rear end of the seat rail in a side view.

[0074] Because of these features, a space can be created in front of the rear light unit for the installation of predetermined electrical components. (Point 10)

[0075] The vehicle body structure according to claim 9, characterized by: an electrical component (91) for driving the rear light unit, characterized in that a pair of left and right seat rails is provided, the upper cover is attached to the pair of left and right seat rails in a top view outside the pair of left and right seat rails, and supports the rear light unit from the sides, and The electrical component is located between the front end of the taillight unit and the rear end of the seat rail.

[0076] These characteristics allow the electrical components to be arranged appropriately. (Point 11)

[0077] A articulated vehicle (1) characterized by: the vehicle body structure (ST1) according to any one of claims 1 to 10; and wheels (11).

[0078] This means that the vehicle body structure described above can generally be applied to the saddle seat vehicle.

[0079] The invention is not limited to the above embodiments, so that various variations / modifications in the sense of the invention are possible. [REFERENCE MARK LIST]

[0080] 1: Saddle seat vehicle, 2: Rear light unit, 3: Rear fairing, 31: Upper cover, 310: Upper surface section, 21: Light emission unit, 311: Rear extension section, 32: Lower cover. QUOTES INCLUDED IN THE DESCRIPTION

[0000] This list of documents cited by the applicant was automatically generated and is included solely for the reader's convenience. The list is not part of the German patent or utility model application. The DPMA accepts no liability for any errors or omissions. Cited patent literature

[0000] JP 7515735

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Claims

[1] A vehicle body structure of a semi-trailer-mounted vehicle, characterized by : a rear light assembly; and a rear panel, the rear panel comprising: an upper cover that covers the rear light unit from above, and a lower cover that covers the rear light unit from below, wherein the upper cover has an upper surface section positioned above the rear light unit, and a rear extension section extending downwards from a rear end of the upper surface section, wherein the rear extension section, in a rear view, at least partially covers an area on the rear of the vehicle body of the rear light assembly and partially forms an opening through which a light emission unit is exposed, and wherein the upper surface section and the rear extension section abut the taillight unit. [2] The vehicle body structure according to claim 1, characterized by , that the upper cover is provided with lateral extension sections that extend downwards from both sides of the upper surface section and that the lateral extension sections cover the rear light unit from the sides. [3] The vehicle body structure according to claim 2, characterized by , that the rear extension section extends downwards to form an acute angle with the upper surface section in the side view. [4] The vehicle body structure according to claim 3, characterized by , that the lateral extension sections of the upper cover are the first lateral extension sections, and the lower cover is provided with second lateral extension sections that extend upwards from both sides of a lower surface section that is positioned below the rear light unit. [5] The vehicle body structure according to claim 4, characterized by , that the rear extension section of the upper cover is a first rear extension section, and the lower cover is provided with a second rear extension section that extends upwards from a rear end of the lower surface section. [6] The vehicle body structure according to claim 4 or 5, characterized by , that the second lateral extension sections are connected to the first lateral extension sections in such a way that, in a side view, the second lateral extension sections overlap the first lateral extension sections. [7] The vehicle body structure according to claim 6, characterized by, that the rear panel further has side covers which are connected to the upper cover and the lower cover, so that the side covers cover the upper cover and the lower cover from the sides. [8] The vehicle body structure according to claim 7, characterized by that the side cover is provided with a frame section that partially forms the opening. [9] The vehicle body structure according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized by , that it further exhibits: a seat rail that extends from a vehicle body to the rear and upwards, characterized by , that the upper cover is attached to an upper section of a rear end of the seat rail, the lower cover is attached to a lower section of the rear end of the seat rail, and The rear light unit is attached between the upper cover and the lower cover in such a way that, in a side view, a front end of the rear light unit is positioned behind the rear end of the seat rail. [10] The vehicle body structure according to claim 9, characterized by , that it further features: an electrical component for driving the rear light unit, characterized by , that a pair of left and right seat rails is provided, the upper cover is attached to the pair of left and right seat rails, in a top view, outside the pair of left and right seat rails and supports the rear light unit from the sides, and The electrical component is located between the front end of the taillight unit and the rear end of the seat rail. [11] A saddle-seat vehicle, characterized by : the vehicle body structure according to any one of claims 1 to 10; and wheels.

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