Straddle-type vehicle
By overlapping the gearbox with the fuel pipe in a straddle-type vehicle, the intake pipe downstream portion is shortened, addressing delays in intake air volume changes and gas backflow, thereby improving fuel efficiency and exhaust gas purification.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- JP2023214853
- Authority / Receiving Office
- JP · JP
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2023-12-20
- Publication Date
- 2025-07-02
AI Technical Summary
The downstream portion of the intake pipe in straddle-type vehicles is typically long, leading to delays in intake air volume changes and potential gas backflow, which affects fuel consumption and exhaust gas purification.
The gearbox is arranged to overlap with the fuel pipe in a side view, allowing the throttle valve to be positioned closer to the fuel injection device, thereby shortening the intake pipe downstream portion and preventing interference between the gearbox and fuel pipe.
This configuration enables quicker intake air volume changes, reduces gas backflow, and enhances fuel efficiency and exhaust gas purification by minimizing the length of the intake pipe downstream portion.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present invention relates to a straddle-type vehicle.
Background Art
[0002] Patent Document 1 discloses a straddle-type vehicle. The straddle-type vehicle includes an engine, an intake pipe, a throttle valve, a motor, a gearbox, a fuel injection device, and a fuel pipe. The intake pipe is connected to the engine. The throttle valve is provided in the intake pipe. The gearbox is connected to the throttle valve. The motor is connected to the gearbox. The motor drives the throttle valve via the gearbox. The fuel injection device is attached to a portion of the intake pipe from the throttle valve to the engine. Hereinafter, the portion of the intake pipe from the throttle valve to the engine will be appropriately referred to as the "downstream portion". The fuel pipe has a first end. The first end of the fuel pipe is connected to the fuel injection device.
[0003] The gearbox is disposed rearward of the first end of the fuel pipe. In a side view of the straddle-type vehicle, the gearbox does not overlap the first end of the fuel pipe. As described above, the gearbox is connected to the throttle valve. The first end of the fuel pipe is connected to the fuel injection device. Therefore, it is difficult to dispose the throttle valve at a position close to the fuel injection device. In other words, it is difficult to shorten the portion of the intake pipe from the throttle valve to the fuel injection device. The portion of the intake pipe from the throttle valve to the fuel injection device is included in the downstream portion. Therefore, it is difficult to shorten the downstream portion. As a result, the downstream portion is long.
[0004] The intake pipe supplies air to the engine. The throttle valve adjusts the amount of air flowing through the intake pipe. The amount of air flowing through the intake pipe corresponds to the intake air amount of the engine. The fuel pipe supplies fuel to the fuel injection device. The fuel injection device injects fuel into the downstream portion to generate an air-fuel mixture. The engine takes in the mixture. Specifically, the engine has a combustion chamber. The mixture enters the combustion chamber from the downstream portion.
Prior Art Documents
Patent Documents
[0005]
Patent Document 1
Summary of the Invention
Problems to be Solved by the Invention
[0006] In the saddle-type vehicle of Patent Document 1, the downstream portion of the intake pipe is long. For this reason, in the saddle-type vehicle of Patent Document 1, the downstream portion has a large volume. More specifically, the downstream portion has an air flow path with a large volume. When the downstream portion has a large volume, several problems occur.
[0007] First, when the downstream portion has a large volume, it is difficult to quickly change the intake air volume of the engine by the throttle valve. As the volume of the downstream portion increases, the time delay between the change in the opening degree of the throttle valve and the change in the intake air volume of the engine increases.
[0008] Second, when the downstream portion has a large volume, gas may return from the engine to the downstream portion. For example, unburned gas or exhaust gas may flow backward from the combustion chamber to the downstream portion. As a result, the fuel consumption of the engine may decrease. Alternatively, it may be difficult to purify the exhaust gas of the engine.
[0009] The present invention has been made in view of such circumstances, and an object thereof is to provide a saddle-type vehicle that shortens the downstream portion of the intake pipe.
Means for Solving the Problems
[0010] First, it was considered to arrange the gearbox so that it overlaps with the first end of the fuel pipe in a side view of the saddle-type vehicle. Here, the gearbox is connected to the throttle valve. The first end of the fuel pipe is connected to the fuel injection device. Therefore, it is easy to arrange the throttle valve at a position close to the fuel injection device. In other words, it is easy to shorten the portion of the intake pipe from the throttle valve to the fuel injection device. Thus, it is easy to shorten the downstream portion.
[0011] However, when the gearbox overlaps with the first end of the fuel pipe in a side view of the saddle-type vehicle, a new problem occurs. The new problem is interference between the gearbox and the fuel pipe.
[0012] Therefore, further studies were conducted to solve the new problem. The present invention is based on these studies. The present invention has the following configuration. That is, the present invention is a saddle-type vehicle, an engine, an intake pipe connected to the engine, a throttle valve provided in the intake pipe, a gearbox connected to the throttle valve, a motor connected to the gearbox and driving the throttle valve via the gearbox, a fuel injection device attached to the portion of the intake pipe from the throttle valve to the engine, a fuel pipe having a first end connected to the fuel injection device, and the gearbox overlaps with the first end of the fuel pipe in a side view of the saddle-type vehicle, the gearbox is arranged in one of a right area located on the right side of the fuel injection device and a left area located on the left side of the fuel injection device, the first end of the fuel pipe is arranged in the other of the right area and the left area saddle-type vehicle.
[0013] The straddle-type vehicle includes an engine, an intake pipe, a throttle valve, a gearbox, a motor, a fuel injector, and a fuel pipe. The intake pipe is connected to the engine. The throttle valve is provided in the intake pipe. The gearbox is connected to the throttle valve. The motor is connected to the gearbox. The motor drives the throttle valve via the gearbox. The fuel injector is attached to a portion of the intake pipe from the throttle valve to the engine. Hereinafter, the portion of the intake pipe located between the engine and the throttle valve is appropriately referred to as the "downstream portion". The fuel injector is attached to the downstream portion of the intake pipe. The fuel pipe has a first end. The first end of the fuel pipe is connected to the fuel injector.
[0014] The gearbox overlaps with the first end of the fuel pipe in a side view of the straddle-type vehicle. As described above, the gearbox is connected to the throttle valve. The first end of the fuel pipe is connected to the fuel injector. Therefore, it is easy to arrange the throttle valve at a position close to the fuel injector. In other words, it is easy to shorten the portion of the intake pipe from the throttle valve to the fuel injector. The portion of the intake pipe from the throttle valve to the fuel injector is included in the downstream portion. Therefore, it is easy to shorten the downstream portion.
[0015] The right area is an area located on the right side of the fuel injector. The left area is an area located on the left side of the fuel injector. The gearbox is arranged in one of the right area and the left area. The first end of the fuel pipe is arranged in the other of the right area and the left area. Therefore, the gearbox and the first end of the fuel pipe do not interfere with each other. Therefore, it is easy to prevent interference between the gearbox and the fuel pipe.
[0016] In summary, it is easy for this straddle-type vehicle to shorten the downstream portion of the intake pipe. Furthermore, it is easy for this straddle-type vehicle to prevent interference between the gearbox and the fuel pipe.
[0017] In the straddle-type vehicle described above, All of the fuel pipe is arranged in the other of the right area and the left area is preferable. Therefore, it is even easier to prevent interference between the gearbox and the fuel pipe.
[0018] In the above-described saddle-riding type vehicle, all of the gearbox is disposed in one of the right area and the left area is preferable. Therefore, it is even easier to prevent interference between the gearbox and the fuel pipe.
[0019] In the above-described saddle-riding type vehicle, the gearbox overlaps with the fuel injection device in a side view of the saddle-riding type vehicle is preferable. Therefore, it is even easier to dispose the throttle valve at a position closer to the fuel injection device. Thus, it is even easier to shorten the downstream portion of the intake pipe.
[0020] In the above-described saddle-riding type vehicle, the intake pipe extends upward from the engine, the fuel injection device is disposed above the engine, the throttle valve is disposed above the fuel injection device is preferable. The intake pipe extends upward from the engine. The fuel injection device is disposed above the engine. The throttle valve is disposed above the fuel injection device. Therefore, it is easy to attach the fuel injection device to the downstream portion of the intake pipe.
[0021] In the above-described saddle-riding type vehicle, the throttle valve is disposed at the same height position as the gearbox is preferable. Therefore, it is even easier to dispose the throttle valve at a position closer to the fuel injection device.
[0022] In the above-described saddle-riding type vehicle, The fuel injection device extends forward and upward from the intake pipe, The gearbox extends forward from the throttle valve which is preferable. Therefore, it is easy for the gearbox to overlap with the first end of the fuel pipe in a side view of the saddle-type vehicle.
[0023] In the saddle-type vehicle described above, The first end of the fuel pipe preferably extends forward from the fuel injection device which is preferable. It is even easier for the gearbox to overlap with the first end of the fuel pipe in a side view of the saddle-type vehicle.
[0024] In the saddle-type vehicle described above, The intake pipe includes a throttle body that houses the throttle valve, a first pipe that extends from the engine to the throttle body, and is provided with The fuel injection device is preferably attached to the first pipe which is preferable. The intake pipe includes a throttle body. The throttle body houses the throttle valve. Therefore, it is easy to provide the throttle valve in the intake pipe. The intake pipe includes a first pipe. The first pipe extends from the engine to the throttle body. Therefore, the first pipe is included in the downstream portion. The fuel injection device is attached to the first pipe. Therefore, it is easy to attach the fuel injection device to the downstream portion.
[0025] In the saddle-type vehicle described above, The first pipe preferably extends upward and rearward from the engine, The throttle body preferably extends upward from the first pipe which is preferable. The first pipe extends upward and rearward from the engine. Therefore, it is easy to lower the height position of the throttle body. In other words, it is easy to reduce the distance in the vertical direction between the engine and the throttle body of the saddle-type vehicle. The throttle body extends upward from the first pipe. Thus, it is even easier for the gearbox to overlap with the first end of the fuel pipe in the side view of the saddle-type vehicle.
[0026] In the saddle-type vehicle described above, the engine has an intake passage connected to the first pipe, the first pipe extends upward and rearward from the intake passage, and the intake passage extends downward and rearward from the first pipe which is preferable. Therefore, air smoothly flows from the first pipe into the intake passage.
[0027] In the saddle-type vehicle described above, the motor is preferably arranged in front of the throttle valve which is preferable. Therefore, it is easy to arrange the motor at a position close to the throttle valve. Thus, it is easy for the motor to drive the throttle valve.
[0028] In the saddle-type vehicle described above, the motor is preferably arranged above the engine which is preferable. Therefore, the motor and the engine do not interfere with each other.
[0029] In the saddle-type vehicle described above, the motor is preferably arranged above the first end of the fuel pipe which is preferable. Therefore, the motor and the first end of the fuel pipe do not interfere with each other.
[0030] In the saddle-type vehicle described above, the motor is arranged above the fuel injection device is preferable. Therefore, the motor and the fuel injection device do not interfere with each other.
[0031] In the above-described saddle-type vehicle, the motor preferably overlaps with the fuel injection device in a plan view of the saddle-type vehicle. is preferable. Therefore, it is easy to arrange the motor at a position close to the fuel injection device. As described above, the motor is connected to the gearbox. The fuel injection device is connected to the first end of the fuel pipe. Therefore, it is easy to arrange the gearbox at a position close to the first end of the fuel pipe. Thus, it is easy for the gearbox to overlap with the first end of the fuel pipe in a side view of the saddle-type vehicle.
[0032] In the above-described saddle-type vehicle, the saddle-type vehicle includes the seat, a storage box disposed below the seat, and the intake pipe is preferably disposed in front of the storage box. is preferable. The saddle-type vehicle includes a seat and a storage box. The storage box is disposed below the seat. The intake pipe is disposed in front of the storage box. Therefore, the intake pipe and the storage box do not interfere with each other.
[0033] In the above-described saddle-type vehicle, the motor is preferably disposed in front of the storage box. is preferable. Therefore, the motor and the storage box do not interfere with each other.
[0034] In the above-described saddle-type vehicle, the intake pipe is preferably disposed below the seat. is preferable. Therefore, the intake pipe and the seat do not interfere with each other.
[0035] In the above-mentioned saddle riding type vehicle, The motor is disposed below the seat. It is preferable. Therefore, the motor and the seat do not interfere with each other.
[0036] In the above-mentioned saddle riding type vehicle, The saddle-type vehicle further includes an air cleaner connected to the intake pipe, The motor is disposed below the air cleaner. It is preferable. Therefore, the motor and the air cleaner do not interfere with each other. Effect of the Invention
[0037] In a saddle-type vehicle, the downstream portion of the intake pipe is made short. [Brief description of the drawings]
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[0039] Hereinafter, the straddle-type vehicle 1 according to the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.
[0040] 1. Schematic Configuration of Straddle-Type Vehicle 1 FIG. 1 is a left side view of the straddle-type vehicle 1 according to the embodiment. The straddle-type vehicle 1 is classified as a scooter-type vehicle.
[0041] FIG. 1 shows the front-rear direction X, the width direction Y, and the vertical direction Z of the straddle-type vehicle 1. The front-rear direction X, the width direction Y, and the vertical direction Z are defined with reference to a driver (also referred to as a rider) riding on the straddle-type vehicle 1. The front-rear direction X, the width direction Y, and the vertical direction Z are orthogonal to each other. The front-rear direction X and the width direction Y are horizontal. The vertical direction Z is vertical.
[0042] "Front", "rear", "upper", "lower", "right", and "left" respectively mean "front", "rear", "upper", "lower", "right", and "left" for the driver riding on the straddle-type vehicle 1. Unless otherwise specified in this specification, "front" and "rear" include not only directions parallel to the front-rear direction X but also directions close to the front-rear direction X. A direction close to the front-rear direction X is, for example, a direction forming an angle of 45 degrees or less with the front-rear direction X. Similarly, unless otherwise specified, "right" and "left" include not only directions parallel to the width direction Y but also directions close to the width direction Y. Unless otherwise specified, "upper" and "lower" include not only directions parallel to the vertical direction Z but also directions close to the vertical direction Z. In each figure, for reference, FRONT, REAR, UP, DOWN, RIGHT, and LEFT are appropriately shown.
[0043] In this specification, "in the side view of the straddle-type vehicle 1" is appropriately referred to as "in the side view of the vehicle". Similarly, "in the plan view of the straddle-type vehicle 1" is appropriately referred to as "in the plan view of the vehicle". "In the front view of the straddle-type vehicle 1" is appropriately referred to as "in the front view of the vehicle". "In the bottom view of the straddle-type vehicle 1" is appropriately referred to as "in the bottom view of the vehicle".
[0044] The straddle-type vehicle 1 includes a handle 2 and a seat 3. The seat 3 is disposed behind the handle 2. The straddle-type vehicle 1 forms a recessed space 4. The recessed space 4 is an unoccupied space. The straddle-type vehicle 1 has no part existing in the recessed space 4. The recessed space 4 is disposed behind the handle 2 and in front of the seat 3. The recessed space 4 is located below the seat 3. At least a part of the recessed space 4 is located below the whole of the seat 3. The recessed space 4 is open upward.
[0045] The straddle-type vehicle 1 includes a center cover 5. The center cover 5 extends forward from the seat 3. The center cover 5 is disposed below the seat 3. The center cover 5 is disposed below the recessed space 4. The center cover 5 defines the recessed space 4. At least a part of the center cover 5 is disposed below the whole of the seat 3.
[0046] The driver of the straddle-type vehicle 1 holds the handle 2. The driver sits on the seat 3. The recessed space 4 allows the driver to easily get on and off the straddle-type vehicle 1. For example, it is easy for the driver to get on and off the straddle-type vehicle 1 by passing the driver's legs through the recessed space 4.
[0047] The straddle-type vehicle 1 includes a front fork 6 and a front wheel 7. The front fork 6 is connected to the handle 2. The front fork 6 extends downward and forward from the handle 2. The front wheel 7 is supported by the lower part of the front fork 6.
[0048] The straddle-type vehicle 1 includes an engine 10, a swing arm 21, and a rear wheel 22. The engine 10, the swing arm 21, and the rear wheel 22 are each disposed below the seat 3. The swing arm 21 is disposed behind the engine 10. The rear wheel 22 is supported by the swing arm 21.
[0049] FIG. 2 is a left side view of the straddle-type vehicle 1. In FIG. 2, illustrations such as the center cover 5 are omitted. The straddle-type vehicle 1 includes a vehicle body frame 30. The vehicle body frame 30 supports the engine 10.
[0050] The straddle-type vehicle 1 includes a storage box 25. The storage box 25 is supported by the vehicle body frame 30. The storage box 25 is fixed to the vehicle body frame 30. The storage box 25 is disposed below the seat 3. The storage box 25 has a box shape that is open upward. The storage box 25 is relatively large. The storage box 25 accommodates the driver's helmet. Further, the storage box 25 may accommodate the driver's luggage other than the helmet.
[0051] The straddle-type vehicle 1 includes an intake pipe 41. The intake pipe 41 is connected to the engine 10. The intake pipe 41 supplies air to the engine 10.
[0052] The straddle-type vehicle 1 includes a throttle device 51. The throttle device 51 is provided in the intake pipe 41. The throttle device 51 adjusts the amount of air flowing through the intake pipe 41. The amount of air flowing through the intake pipe 41 corresponds to the intake air amount of the engine 10. The throttle device 51 adjusts the intake air amount of the engine 10. For example, the throttle device 41 is classified as an electronic control throttle.
[0053] FIG. 3 is a left side view of the straddle-type vehicle 1. In FIG. 3, illustrations such as the vehicle body frame 30 are omitted. The straddle-type vehicle 1 includes a fuel injection device 61. The fuel injection device 61 is attached to the intake pipe 41. The fuel injection device 61 supplies fuel to the engine 10. The fuel injection device 61 supplies fuel to the engine 10 through the intake pipe 41.
[0054] The straddle-type vehicle 1 is provided with a fuel pipe 63. The fuel pipe 63 is connected to a fuel injection device 61. The fuel pipe 63 supplies fuel to the fuel injection device 61.
[0055] The straddle-type vehicle 1 is provided with a fuel tank 69. The fuel tank 69 is connected to the fuel pipe 63. The fuel tank 69 supplies fuel to the fuel pipe 63. The fuel tank 69 supplies fuel to the fuel injection device 61 via the fuel pipe 63.
[0056] The straddle-type vehicle 1 is provided with an air cleaner 71. The air cleaner 71 is connected to an intake pipe 41. The air cleaner 71 supplies air to the intake pipe 41.
[0057] 2. Vehicle frame 30 An example of the configuration of the vehicle frame 30 will be described.
[0058] Referring to FIG. 2, the vehicle frame 30 includes a head pipe 31, a main frame 32, a rear frame 33, and a back stay 34. The head pipe 31 is disposed at the front portion of the straddle-type vehicle 1. The main frame 32 is connected to the head pipe 31. The main frame 32 extends rearward from the head pipe 31. The rear frame 33 and the back stay 34 are each connected to the main frame 32. The connection position between the main frame 32 and the back stay 34 is rearward of the connection position between the main frame 32 and the rear frame 33. The rear frame 33 extends rearward and upward from the main frame 32. The back stay 34 extends rearward and upward from the main frame 32. The back stay 34 is connected to the rear frame 33. The connection position between the rear frame 33 and the back stay 34 is rearward and upward of the connection position between the main frame 32 and the back stay 34.
[0059] The vehicle body frame 30 is connected to the engine 10. For example, the vehicle body frame 30 includes a first engine bracket 35 and a second engine bracket 36. The second engine bracket 36 is disposed rearward of the first engine bracket 35. The first engine bracket 35 and the second engine bracket 36 are each connected to the main frame 32. The first engine bracket 35 and the second engine bracket 36 are each connected to the engine 10. The main frame 32 supports the engine 10 via the first engine bracket 35 and the second engine bracket 36.
[0060] The engine 10 is fixed to the vehicle body frame 30. The engine 10 is non - swingable with respect to the vehicle body frame 30. The engine 10 is non - rotatable with respect to the vehicle body frame 30.
[0061] The engine 10 is rigidly supported by the vehicle body frame 30. The engine 10 is classified as a rigid - mount engine.
[0062] The vehicle body frame 30 supports the seat 3. Specifically, the vehicle body frame 30 includes a seat bracket 37. The straddle - type vehicle 1 includes a hinge shaft 38 and a stay 39. The seat bracket 37 is connected to the main frame 32. The hinge shaft 38 is supported by the seat bracket 37. The hinge shaft 38 extends in the width direction Y. The stay 39 is supported by the hinge shaft 38. The stay 39 is fixed to the seat 3. The main frame 32 supports the seat 3 via the seat bracket 37, the hinge shaft 38, and the stay 39.
[0063] The stay 39 is rotatable around the hinge shaft 38. The stay 39 is rotatable with respect to the seat bracket 37. The stay 39 is rotatable with respect to the vehicle body frame 30. The seat 3 rotates integrally with the stay 39. Therefore, the seat 3 is rotatable with respect to the vehicle body frame 30. The seat 3 is swingable with respect to the vehicle body frame 30. The seat 3 is rotatable around the hinge shaft 38 with respect to the vehicle body frame 30.
[0064] The seat 3 swings with respect to the storage box 25. The seat 3 opens and closes the storage box 25.
[0065] The seat 3 is movable to a closed position. FIG. 2 shows the seat 3 in the closed position. When the seat 3 is in the closed position, the seat 3 extends rearward from the hinge shaft 38. When the seat 3 is in the closed position, the seat 3 closes the storage box 25. When the seat 3 is in the closed position, the driver sits on the seat 3.
[0066] The seat 3 is movable to an open position (not shown). When the seat 3 is in the open position, the seat 3 extends upward from the hinge shaft 38. When the seat 3 is in the open position, the seat 3 opens the storage box 25.
[0067] The vehicle body frame 30 further supports the air cleaner 71. For example, the main frame 32 supports the air cleaner 71.
[0068] The air cleaner 71 is fixed to the vehicle body frame 30. The air cleaner 71 is non-swingable with respect to the vehicle body frame 30. The air cleaner 71 is non-rotatable with respect to the vehicle body frame 30.
[0069] 3. Engine 10 The configuration of the engine 10 will be described.
[0070] Referring to FIG. 2, the engine 10 includes a crankcase 11 and a cylinder unit 12. The crankcase 11 houses a crankshaft (not shown). The cylinder unit 12 is connected to the crankcase 11.
[0071] The cylinder unit 12 includes a cylinder block 13, a cylinder head 14, and a head cover 15. The cylinder block 13 is connected to the crankcase 11. The cylinder head 14 is connected to the cylinder block 13. The head cover 15 is connected to the cylinder head 14.
[0072] The crankcase 11 is connected to the second engine bracket 36. The cylinder unit 12 is connected to the first engine bracket 35. The cylinder head 14 is connected to the first engine bracket 35.
[0073] The cylinder unit 12 is provided in front of the crankcase 11. The cylinder unit 12 is arranged at substantially the same height position as the crankcase 11. The cylinder unit 12 extends forward from the crankcase 11.
[0074] The cylinder block 13 is provided in front of the crankcase 11. The cylinder block 13 is arranged at substantially the same height position as the crankcase 11. The cylinder block 13 extends forward from the crankcase 11.
[0075] The cylinder head 14 is provided in front of the crankcase 11. The cylinder head 14 is arranged at substantially the same height position as the crankcase 11.
[0076] The cylinder head 14 is provided in front of the cylinder block 13. The cylinder head 14 is arranged at substantially the same height position as the cylinder block 13. The cylinder head 14 extends forward from the cylinder block 13.
[0077] The head cover 15 is provided in front of the cylinder head 14.
[0078] Figure 2 shows the cylinder axis C as a dashed line. The cylinder axis C is a virtual straight line. The cylinder unit 12 extends on the cylinder axis C. The cylinder block 13 extends on the cylinder axis C. The cylinder head 14 extends on the cylinder axis C.
[0079] The cylinder axis C is closer to the front-rear direction X than the up-down direction Z. For example, the cylinder axis C is substantially horizontal.
[0080] Refer to FIG. 3. The cylinder unit 12 is smaller than the crankcase 11. For example, the length of the cylinder unit 12 in the vertical direction Z is smaller than the length of the crankcase 11 in the vertical direction Z.
[0081] The cylinder head 14 is smaller than the crankcase 11. For example, the length of the cylinder head 14 in the vertical direction Z is smaller than the length of the crankcase 11 in the vertical direction Z.
[0082] The crankcase 11 has an upper end 11a. The cylinder unit 12 is disposed below the upper end 11a. For example, the entire cylinder unit 12 is disposed below the upper end 11a.
[0083] The cylinder head 14 is disposed below the upper end 11a. For example, the entire cylinder head 14 is disposed below the upper end 11a.
[0084] The intake pipe 41 is connected to the cylinder head 14.
[0085] FIG. 4 is a left side view of the saddle-type vehicle 1. FIG. 4 shows a part of the saddle-type vehicle 1 in cross section. The cylinder body 13 forms a cylinder bore 16. The cylinder bore 16 is a space. The cylinder bore 16 is located inside the cylinder body 13. The cylinder axis C passes through the center of the cylinder bore 16. The cylinder bore 16 extends on the cylinder axis C. The cylinder bore 16 houses a piston (not shown). The piston is connected to the above-described crankshaft. A part of the cylinder bore 16 is a combustion chamber.
[0086] The number of cylinder bores 16 of the engine 10 is one. The engine 10 is classified as a single-cylinder engine.
[0087] The cylinder head 14 forms an intake passage 17. The intake passage 17 is a space. The intake passage 17 is located inside the cylinder head 14. The intake passage 17 communicates with the cylinder bore 16. The intake passage 17 communicates with the combustion chamber. The intake passage 17 extends forward from the cylinder bore 16. More specifically, the intake passage 17 extends forward and upward.
[0088] The cylinder head 14 has a peripheral surface. The peripheral surface of the cylinder head 14 extends in the circumferential direction around the cylinder axis C. The peripheral surface of the cylinder head 14 includes an upper surface. The upper surface of the cylinder head 14 is located above the cylinder axis C. The intake passage 17 extends to the upper surface of the cylinder head 14. The intake passage 17 reaches the upper surface of the cylinder head 14.
[0089] The cylinder head 14 forms an intake connection port 17a. The intake connection port 17a is disposed on the upper surface of the cylinder head 14. The intake connection port 17a is one end of the intake passage 17. The intake connection port 17a is an inlet of the intake passage 17. The intake connection port 17a is connected to the intake pipe 41. The intake passage 17 is connected to the intake pipe 41.
[0090] The cylinder bore 16 is disposed below the upper end 11a of the crankcase 11. All of the cylinder bore 16 is disposed below the upper end 11a of the crankcase 11.
[0091] The upper surface of the cylinder head 14 is disposed below the upper end 11a of the crankcase 11. For example, all of the upper surface of the cylinder head 14 is disposed below the upper end 11a.
[0092] The intake connection port 17a is disposed below the upper end 11a. All of the intake connection port 17a is disposed below the upper end 11a.
[0093] The cylinder head 14 includes an intake valve 18. The intake valve 18 is provided inside the cylinder head 14. The intake valve 18 is provided in the intake passage 17. The intake valve 18 opens and closes the intake passage 17.
[0094] The cylinder head 14 forms an exhaust passage 19. The exhaust passage 19 is a space. The exhaust passage 19 is located inside the cylinder head 14. The exhaust passage 19 communicates with the cylinder bore 16. The exhaust passage 19 extends forward from the cylinder bore 16. The exhaust passage 19 extends forward and downward.
[0095] The circumferential surface of the cylinder head 14 includes a lower surface. The lower surface of the cylinder head 14 is located below the cylinder axis C. The exhaust passage 19 extends to the lower surface of the cylinder head 14. The exhaust passage 19 reaches the lower surface of the cylinder head 14.
[0096] The cylinder head 14 includes an exhaust valve 20. The exhaust valve 20 is provided inside the cylinder head 14. The exhaust valve 20 is provided in the exhaust passage 19. The exhaust valve 20 opens and closes the exhaust passage 19.
[0097] 4. Throttle device 51 The configuration of the throttle device 51 will be described.
[0098] Refer to FIGS. 4-7. FIG. 5 is a perspective view of the throttle device 51. FIG. 6 is a plan view of the throttle device 51. FIG. 7 is a side view of the throttle device 51.
[0099] The throttle device 51 includes a throttle valve 52. The throttle valve 52 is provided in the intake pipe 41. The throttle valve 52 opens and closes the intake pipe 41. The throttle valve 52 adjusts the amount of air flowing through the intake pipe 41. The throttle valve 52 is classified as, for example, a butterfly valve. The throttle valve 52 has, for example, a disk shape. The throttle valve 52 has, for example, a circular plate shape.
[0100] The throttle device 51 includes a valve shaft 53. The valve shaft 53 supports the throttle valve 52. The valve shaft 53 is connected to the throttle valve 52. The throttle valve 52 is fixed to the valve shaft 53. The throttle valve 52 rotates integrally with the valve shaft 53. The throttle valve 52 rotates around the valve shaft 53.
[0101] The throttle device 51 includes a throttle body 54. The throttle body 54 constitutes a section of the intake pipe 41. The throttle body 54 has a substantially cylindrical shape. Air flows through the throttle body 54. The throttle body 54 houses a throttle valve 52. The throttle body 54 supports a valve shaft 53.
[0102] The throttle valve 52 is provided inside the throttle body 54. The throttle valve 52 is rotatable with respect to the throttle body 54. The valve shaft 53 is also rotatable with respect to the throttle body 54. When the throttle valve 52 rotates with respect to the throttle body 54, the throttle valve 52 opens and closes the throttle body 54, and the throttle valve 52 adjusts the amount of air flowing through the throttle body 54.
[0103] The throttle device 51 includes a gear box 55. The gear box 55 is connected to the throttle valve 52. The gear box 55 is connected to the throttle valve 52 via the valve shaft 53.
[0104] The throttle device 51 includes a motor 58. The motor 58 is connected to the gear box 55. The motor 58 is connected to the throttle valve 52 via the gear box 55. The motor 58 generates power. The gear box 55 transmits the power of the motor 58 to the throttle valve 52. The motor 58 drives the throttle valve 52 via the gear box 55. The motor 58 opens and closes the throttle valve 52 via the gear box 55.
[0105] The configurations of the gear box 55 and the motor 58 are illustrated.
[0106] Refer to FIG. 6. The gear box 55 includes a gear mechanism 56. The gear mechanism 56 is connected to the throttle valve 52. The gear mechanism 56 is connected to the throttle valve 52 via the valve shaft 53. The gear mechanism 56 is connected to the motor 58. The motor 58 is connected to the throttle valve 52 via the gear mechanism 56.
[0107] The motor 58 includes a motor body 58a and an output shaft 58b. The motor body 58a generates rotational power. The output shaft 58b is connected to the motor body 58a. The motor body 58a outputs the rotational power to the output shaft 58b. The output shaft 58b rotates. The output shaft 58b is connected to the gear mechanism 56.
[0108] The gear mechanism 56 includes a first gear 56a, a second gear 56b, a third gear 56c, a fourth gear 56d, and an intermediate shaft 56e. The first gear 56a is fixed to the output shaft 58b. The first gear 56a rotates integrally with the output shaft 58b. The first gear 56a rotates around the output shaft 58b. The second gear 56b and the third gear 56c are fixed to each other. For example, the second gear 56b and the third gear 56c are integrally formed. The second gear 56b and the third gear 56c are supported by the intermediate shaft 56e. The third gear 56c rotates integrally with the second gear 56b. The second gear 56b and the third gear 56c rotate around the intermediate shaft 56e. The second gear 56b and the third gear 56c rotate with respect to the intermediate shaft 56e. The fourth gear 56d is fixed to the valve shaft 53. The fourth gear 56d rotates integrally with the valve shaft 53. The fourth gear 56d rotates around the valve shaft 53. The first gear 56a meshes with the second gear 56b. The third gear 56c meshes with the fourth gear 56d.
[0109] The gear mechanism 56 transmits the rotational power from the motor 58 to the throttle valve 52. Therefore, when the output shaft 58b rotates, the throttle valve 52 rotates.
[0110] More specifically, when the output shaft 58b rotates, the first gear 56a rotates. When the first gear 56a rotates, the second gear 56b and the third gear 56c rotate. When the third gear 56c rotates, the fourth gear 56d rotates. When the fourth gear 56d rotates, the valve shaft 53 and the throttle valve 52 rotate.
[0111] For example, the motor 58 is controlled based on, for example, an accelerator operation by the driver. For example, the saddle-type vehicle 1 includes an accelerator operating element and an accelerator sensor (not shown). The accelerator operating element is, for example, at least one of an accelerator grip and an accelerator pedal. The driver operates the accelerator operating element. The accelerator sensor detects the amount of operation of the accelerator operating element by the driver. The motor 58 is controlled based on the detection result of the accelerator sensor.
[0112] The gearbox 55 includes a gear cover 57. The gear cover 57 houses the gear mechanism 56. The gear cover 57 is attached to the throttle body 54. The gear cover 57 is connected to the throttle body 54.
[0113] The motor 58 includes a motor case 58c. The motor case 58c houses the motor body 58a and the output shaft 58b. The motor case 58c is attached to the gearbox 55. The motor case 58c is connected to the gear cover 57. The motor case 58c may further be joined to the throttle body 54. For example, the motor case 58c may be integrally formed with the throttle body 54. Alternatively, the motor case 58c may further be attached to the throttle body 54. The motor case 58c may be connected to the throttle body 54.
[0114] Describe the shape of the throttle device 51.
[0115] Referring to FIGS. 4-7, the motor 58 is disposed at the same height position as the throttle valve 52. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed at the same height position as at least a part of the throttle valve 52.
[0116] The motor 58 is disposed in front of the throttle valve 52. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed in front of the entire throttle valve 52. For example, the entire motor 58 is disposed in front of the entire throttle valve 52. The motor 58 does not overlap with the throttle valve 52 in a side view of the vehicle. The motor 58 does not overlap with the throttle valve 52 in a plan view of the vehicle. Although illustration is omitted, the motor 58 overlaps with the throttle valve 52 in a front view of the vehicle.
[0117] The motor 58 is disposed at the same height position as the throttle body 54. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed at the same height position as at least a part of the throttle body 54.
[0118] The motor 58 is disposed in front of the throttle body 54. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed in front of the entire throttle body 54. For example, the entire motor 58 is disposed in front of the entire throttle body 54. The motor 58 does not overlap with the throttle body 54 in a side view of the vehicle. The motor 58 does not overlap with the throttle body 54 in a plan view of the vehicle. Although illustration is omitted, the motor 58 overlaps with the throttle body 54 in a front view of the vehicle.
[0119] The gearbox 55 is disposed at the same height position as the throttle valve 52. At least a part of the gearbox 55 is disposed at the same height position as at least a part of the throttle valve 52.
[0120] The gearbox 55 is disposed to the right of the throttle valve 52. The entire gearbox 55 is disposed to the right of the entire throttle valve 52. The gearbox 55 overlaps with the throttle valve 52 in a side view of the vehicle. The gearbox 55 does not overlap with the throttle valve 52 in a plan view of the vehicle. Although illustration is omitted, the gearbox 55 does not overlap with the throttle valve 52 in a front view of the vehicle.
[0121] The gear box 55 is arranged at the same height position as the throttle body 54. At least a part of the gear box 55 is arranged at the same height position as at least a part of the throttle body 54.
[0122] The gear box 55 is arranged to the right of the throttle body 54. The whole of the gear box 55 is arranged to the right of the whole of the throttle body 54. The gear box 55 overlaps with the throttle body 54 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0123] The gear box 55 is connected to the right part of the throttle body 54. The gear cover 57 is connected to the right part of the throttle body 54.
[0124] The gear box 55 is arranged at the same height position as the motor 58. At least a part of the gear box 55 is arranged at the same height position as at least a part of the motor 58.
[0125] The gear box 55 is arranged to the right of the motor 58. The whole of the gear box 55 is arranged to the right of the whole of the motor 58. The gear box 55 overlaps with the motor 58 in a side view of the vehicle. For example, the gear box 55 overlaps with the whole of the motor 58 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0126] The gear box 55 is connected to the right part of the motor 58. The gear cover 57 is connected to the right part of the motor case 58c. For example, the right part of the motor case 58c is open. The motor 58c has a right opening (not shown). The right opening is located in the right part of the motor case 58c. The gear cover 57 covers the right opening of the motor 58c. The gear cover 57 closes the right opening of the motor 58c.
[0127] The gear box 55 extends in the front-rear direction X. The gear box 55 extends forward from the throttle valve 52. The gear box 55 extends from the throttle valve 52 to the motor 58.
[0128] The gear box 55 extends forward from the throttle body 54. The gear box 55 extends from the throttle body 54 to the motor 58. The gear box 55 extends from the right side of the throttle body 54 to the right side of the motor 58.
[0129] The valve shaft 53 extends from the throttle valve 52 to the gear box 55. The valve shaft 53 extends from the throttle valve 52 to the gear mechanism 56. The valve shaft 53 penetrates through the throttle body 54. The valve shaft 53 extends in the width direction Y. The valve shaft 53 extends rightward from the throttle valve 52.
[0130] The output shaft 58b extends from the motor body 58a to the gear box 55. The output shaft 58b extends from the motor body 58a to the gear mechanism 56. The output shaft 58b extends in the width direction Y. The output shaft 58b extends rightward from the motor body 58a.
[0131] Referring to FIG. 7. The gear box 55 further extends downward from the motor 58. The gear box 55 extends to a position below the motor 58. The gear box 55 extends to a position below all of the motor 58.
[0132] The gear box 55 has a lower part. FIG. 7 shows the lower edge of the lower part of the gear box 55 with a solid line and a dashed line. The lower part of the gear box 55 does not overlap with the motor 58 in a side view of the vehicle. The lower part of the gear box 55 is disposed below the motor 58 in a side view of the vehicle. The lower part of the gear box 55 does not overlap with the throttle body 54 in a side view of the vehicle. The lower part of the gear box 55 is disposed in front of the throttle body 54 in a side view of the vehicle. Although illustration is omitted, the lower part of the gear box 55 does not overlap with the throttle valve 52 in a side view of the vehicle. The lower part of the gear box 55 is disposed in front of the throttle valve 52 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0133] 5. Intake pipe 41 The configuration of the intake pipe 41 will be described.
[0134] Refer to FIG. 4. The intake pipe 41 extends from the engine 10 to the air cleaner 71.
[0135] The intake pipe 41 has a first end 41a and a second end 41b. The first end 41a is connected to the engine 10. The second end 41b is connected to the air cleaner 71. The intake pipe 41 extends from the first end 41a to the second end 41b.
[0136] The first end 41a is connected to the cylinder head 14. The first end 41a is connected to the upper surface of the cylinder head 14. The first end 41a is connected to the intake passage 17. The first end 41a is connected to the intake connection port 17a. The intake pipe 41 communicates with the intake passage 17 through the first end 41a.
[0137] The second end 41b is inserted into the air cleaner 71. The second end 41b is disposed within the air cleaner 71. The intake pipe 41 communicates with the air cleaner 71 through the second end 41b.
[0138] The intake pipe 41 includes a first pipe 42. The first pipe 42 extends from the engine 10 to the throttle body 54. The first pipe 42 extends from the cylinder head 14 to the throttle body 54.
[0139] The first pipe 42 includes the first end 41a of the intake pipe 41. The first pipe 42 is connected to the engine 10. The first pipe 42 is connected to the cylinder head 14. The first pipe 42 is connected to the upper surface of the cylinder head 14. The first pipe 42 is connected to the intake passage 17. The first pipe 42 is connected to the intake connection port 17a.
[0140] The first pipe 42 is connected to the throttle body 54. The first pipe 42 is connected to the throttle body 54 from the first end 41a of the intake pipe 41.
[0141] As described above, the throttle body 54 is a section of the intake pipe 41. Therefore, the throttle body 54 is one element of the throttle device 51 and also one element of the intake pipe 41. Thus, it can also be said that "the intake pipe 41 includes the throttle body 54".
[0142] The first end 41a is disposed outside the air cleaner 71. The first pipe 42 is disposed outside the air cleaner 71. The throttle body 54 is disposed outside the air cleaner 71. The throttle device 51 is disposed outside the air cleaner 71.
[0143] The intake pipe 41 includes a second pipe 43. The second pipe 43 extends from the throttle body 54 to the air cleaner 71.
[0144] The second pipe 43 is connected to the throttle body 54.
[0145] The second pipe 43 includes the second end 41b of the intake pipe 41. The second pipe 43 is connected to the air cleaner 71. The second pipe 43 extends from the throttle body 54 to the second end 41b of the intake pipe 41.
[0146] The second pipe 43 is inserted from outside the air cleaner 71 into the air cleaner 71. The second pipe 43 has an outer portion 44 and an inner portion 45. The outer portion 44 is located outside the air cleaner 71. The inner portion 45 is located inside the air cleaner 71.
[0147] Describe the shape of the intake pipe 41.
[0148] The intake pipe 41 extends upward from the first end 41a. Specifically, the intake pipe 41 extends upward from the engine 10. The intake pipe 41 extends upward from the cylinder head 14. Thereafter, the intake pipe 41 curves forward. The intake pipe 41 extends forward. Thereafter, the intake pipe 41 curves downward. The intake pipe 41 extends downward. Thereafter, the intake pipe 41 reaches the second end 41b.
[0149] The second end 41b is arranged in front of the first end 41a. All of the second end 41b is arranged in front of all of the first end 41a.
[0150] The second end 41b is arranged above the first end 41a. All of the second end 41b is arranged above all of the first end 41a.
[0151] The first end 41a corresponds to the lower end of the intake pipe 41. The second end 41b corresponds to the front end of the intake pipe 41.
[0152] Describe the shape of the first pipe 42.
[0153] The first pipe 42 extends upward from the first end 41a. Specifically, the first pipe 42 extends upward from the engine 10. The first pipe 42 extends upward from the cylinder head 14.
[0154] More specifically, the first pipe 42 extends upward and rearward from the engine 10. The first pipe 42 extends upward and rearward from the cylinder head 14.
[0155] The first pipe 42 extends upward and rearward from the intake passage 17. The intake passage 17 extends downward and rearward from the first pipe 42.
[0156] After that, the first pipe 42 reaches the throttle body 54.
[0157] The first pipe 42 is arranged above the first end 41a. All of the first pipe 42 is arranged above at least a part of the first end 41a. For example, all of the first pipe 42 is arranged above all of the first end 41a.
[0158] The first pipe 42 is arranged behind the second end 41b. All of the first pipe 42 is arranged behind all of the second end 41b.
[0159] The first pipe 42 is arranged below the second end 41b. All of the first pipe 42 is arranged below all of the second end 41b.
[0160] Describe the shape of the throttle body 54.
[0161] Refer to FIGS. 4 and 7. The throttle body 54 extends upward from the first pipe 42. The throttle body 54 extends in the vertical direction Z.
[0162] The throttle body 54 is disposed above the first end 41a. All of the throttle body 54 is disposed above all of the first end 41a.
[0163] The throttle body 54 is disposed behind the second end 41b. All of the throttle body 54 is disposed behind all of the second end 41b.
[0164] The throttle body 54 is disposed below the second end 41b. All of the throttle body 54 is disposed below all of the second end 41b.
[0165] The throttle body 54 is disposed above the first pipe 42. All of the throttle body 54 is disposed above at least a part of the first pipe 42. For example, all of the throttle body 54 is disposed above all of the first pipe 42.
[0166] Describe the shape of the second pipe 43.
[0167] Refer to FIG. 4. The second pipe 43 extends upward and forward from the throttle body 54.
[0168] More specifically, the outer portion 44 extends upward from the throttle body 54 outside the air cleaner 71. The outer portion 44 extends in the vertical direction Z.
[0169] The second pipe 43 penetrates the air cleaner 71. The second pipe 43 penetrates the bottom of the air cleaner 71. The second pipe 43 enters the air cleaner 71 from outside the air cleaner 71.
[0170] The inner portion 45 extends upward from the outer portion 44. The inner portion 45 curves forward within the air cleaner 71. The inner portion 45 extends forward within the air cleaner 71. Thereafter, the inner portion 45 curves downward within the air cleaner 71. The inner portion 45 extends downward within the air cleaner 71.
[0171] In other words, the inner portion 45 extends upward and forward from the outer portion 44. The inner portion 45 curves convexly upward in a side view of the vehicle.
[0172] Thereafter, the inner portion 45 reaches the second end 41b of the intake pipe 41. The inner portion 45 is open within the air cleaner 71.
[0173] The second pipe 43 is disposed above the first end 41a. All of the second pipe 43 is disposed above all of the first end 41a.
[0174] The second pipe 43 is disposed behind the second end 41b. All of the second pipe 43 is disposed behind at least a part of the second end 41b. For example, all of the second pipe 43 is disposed behind all of the second end 41b.
[0175] The second pipe 43 is disposed above the first pipe 42. All of the second pipe 43 is disposed above all of the first pipe 42.
[0176] The second pipe 43 is disposed above the throttle body 54. All of the second pipe 43 is disposed above at least a part of the throttle body 54. For example, all of the second pipe 43 is disposed above all of the throttle body 54.
[0177] The outer portion 44 is shorter than the first pipe 42. The outer portion 44 is shorter than the throttle body 54. The outer portion 44 is shorter than the inner portion 45.
[0178] The inner part 45 is longer than the first pipe 42. The inner part 45 is longer than the throttle body 54. The inner part 45 is longer than the outer part 44.
[0179] Figure 8 is a right side view of the air cleaner 71. The second pipe 43 has a first end 43a and a second end 43b. The first end 43a is connected to the throttle body 54. The second end 43b is the second end 41b of the intake pipe 41. The second pipe 43 extends from the first end 43a to the second end 43b.
[0180] Figure 8 shows the air cleaner case 72 in dashed lines. The first end 43a is disposed outside the air cleaner 71. The second end 43b is disposed inside the air cleaner 71.
[0181] The second end 43b is disposed in front of the first end 43a. All of the second end 43b is disposed in front of all of the first end 43a.
[0182] The second end 43b is disposed above the first end 43a. All of the second end 43b is disposed above all of the first end 43a.
[0183] 6. Fuel injection device 61, fuel pipe 63, and fuel tank 69 The configurations of the fuel injection device 61, the fuel pipe 63, and the fuel tank 69 will be described.
[0184] Referring to FIGS. 4 and 5, the intake pipe 41 has a downstream portion. The downstream portion is the portion of the intake pipe 41 from the engine 10 to the throttle valve 52. In other words, the downstream portion is the portion of the intake pipe 41 located between the engine 10 and the throttle valve 52.
[0185] The downstream portion is constituted by, for example, the first pipe 42 and the throttle body 54. The downstream portion includes all of the first pipe 42. The downstream portion includes a part of the throttle body 54. For example, the downstream portion includes the lower part of the throttle body 54.
[0186] The fuel injection device 61 is attached to the downstream part of the intake pipe 41. For example, the fuel injection device 61 is attached to the first pipe 42.
[0187] Refer to FIG. 6. The fuel pipe 63 has a first end 64. The first end 64 is connected to the fuel injection device 61. The first end 64 extends forward from the fuel injection device 61. The first end 64 extends in the front-rear direction X.
[0188] Refer to FIGS. 5, 6, and 7. For example, the saddle-ride type vehicle 1 includes a joint 67. The fuel injection device 61 and the fuel pipe 63 are connected via the joint 67. Specifically, the joint 67 is attached to the fuel injection device 61. The fuel pipe 63 is attached to the joint 67. The first end 64 is attached to the joint 67.
[0189] The fuel injection device 61 and the joint 67 are separable from each other.
[0190] The joint 67 extends leftward from the fuel injection device 61.
[0191] More specifically, the joint 67 is provided above the fuel injection device 61. The joint 67 is connected to the fuel injection device 61. The joint 67 extends upward from the fuel injection device 61. Then, the joint 67 extends leftward. Then, the joint 67 extends forward.
[0192] The first end 64 is disposed in front of the joint 67. The first end 64 is connected to the joint 67. The first end 64 extends forward from the joint 67.
[0193] The first end 64 is disposed to the left of the fuel injection device 61. All of the first end 64 is disposed to the left of all of the fuel injection device 61. The first end 64 does not overlap the fuel injection device 61 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0194] Refer to FIG. 3. The fuel pipe 63 is also called a fuel hose. For example, at least a part of the fuel pipe 63 has flexibility.
[0195] The fuel pipe 63 has a second end 65. The second end 65 is connected to the fuel tank 69. For example, the second end 65 is connected to the fuel tank 69 via a fuel pump (not shown).
[0196] The fuel tank 69 is a substantially closed container. The fuel tank 69 stores fuel.
[0197] 7. Air cleaner 71 The configuration of the air cleaner 71 will be described.
[0198] Referring to FIG. 3, the air cleaner 71 includes an air cleaner case 72. The air cleaner case 72 is a substantially closed container. The air cleaner case 72 has a substantially box shape.
[0199] The air cleaner case 72 includes an upper portion 72a and a lower portion 72b. The lower portion 72b is disposed below the upper portion 72a. The lower portion 72b is connected to the upper portion 72a. The upper portion 72a and the lower portion 72b are separable from each other.
[0200] Referring to FIGS. 8, 9, and 10. FIG. 9 is a plan view showing the inside of the air cleaner 71. The illustration of the upper portion 72a is omitted in FIG. 9. FIG. 10 is a left side view of the air cleaner 71. The air cleaner case 72 is shown by a dashed line in FIG. 10.
[0201] The air cleaner case 72 forms an internal space 74. The internal space 74 is located inside the air cleaner case 72. The internal space 74 is located below the upper portion 72a. The internal space 74 is located above the lower portion 72b.
[0202] The air cleaner 71 includes a filter 75. The filter 75 removes foreign substances from the air. The filter 75 is installed in the air cleaner case 72. The filter 75 partitions the internal space 74 into an upstream space 74a and a downstream space 74b.
[0203] The filter 75 has a plate shape. For example, the filter 75 extends in the front-rear direction X. The filter 75 extends in the up-down direction Z. For example, the upstream space 74a is located to the left of the filter 75. The downstream space 74b is located to the right of the filter 75.
[0204] The intake pipe 41 is connected to the air cleaner case 72. Specifically, the second pipe 43 is connected to the air cleaner case 72.
[0205] The intake pipe 41 is connected to the lower part 72b. The second pipe 43 is connected to the lower part 72b.
[0206] The intake pipe 41 penetrates the air cleaner case 72. The second pipe 43 penetrates the air cleaner case 72.
[0207] The intake pipe 41 penetrates the lower part 72b. The second pipe 43 penetrates the lower part 72b.
[0208] The inner part 45 of the second pipe 43 is arranged in the internal space 74. All of the inner part 45 is arranged in the internal space 74.
[0209] The inner part 45 is arranged in the downstream space 74b. All of the inner part 45 is arranged in the downstream space 74b.
[0210] The second end 41b of the intake pipe 41 is arranged in the internal space 74. In other words, the second end 43b of the second pipe 43 is arranged in the internal space 74.
[0211] The second end 41b is arranged in the downstream space 74b. The second end 43b is arranged in the downstream space 74b.
[0212] The intake pipe 41 is open to the internal space 74. The second pipe 43 is open to the internal space 74.
[0213] The intake pipe 41 is open to the downstream space 74b. The second pipe 43 is open to the downstream space 74b.
[0214] The air cleaner 71 has an intake port 76. The intake port 76 takes in air. The intake port 76 is open to the outside of the air cleaner 71. The intake port 76 takes in the air outside the air cleaner 71. The intake port 76 introduces the air into the air cleaner 71.
[0215] The internal space 74 communicates with the intake port 76. The internal space 74 communicates with the area outside the air cleaner 71 through the intake port 76. The intake port 76 introduces the air outside the air cleaner 71 into the internal space 74.
[0216] The upstream space 74a communicates with the intake port 76. The upstream space 74a communicates with the area outside the air cleaner 71 through the intake port 76. The intake port 76 introduces the air outside the air cleaner 71 into the upstream space 74a.
[0217] The structure of the intake port 76 is simple. For example, the intake port 76 does not have a labyrinth structure. For example, the straddle-type vehicle 1 does not include a waterproof cover attached to the intake port 76.
[0218] The intake port 76 is arranged at the front part of the air cleaner 71. The intake port 76 is open to the area in front of the air cleaner 71. The intake port 76 takes in the air in front of the air cleaner 71.
[0219] The intake port 76 is arranged in front of the intake pipe 41. All of the intake port 76 is arranged in front of all of the intake pipe 41.
[0220] The intake port 76 is arranged in front of the second end 41b of the intake pipe 41. All of the intake port 76 is arranged in front of all of the second end 41b.
[0221] The intake port 76 is arranged below the second end 41b of the intake pipe 41. All of the intake port 76 is arranged below all of the second end 41b.
[0222] The intake port 76 is arranged in front of the second pipe 43. All of the intake port 76 is arranged in front of all of the second pipe 43.
[0223] The suction port 76 is disposed below the second pipe 43. All of the suction port 76 is disposed below all of the second pipe 43.
[0224] The air cleaner 71 includes an intake duct 77. The intake duct 77 extends from the suction port 76 to the air cleaner 71. The intake duct 77 extends from the suction port 76 to the internal space 74. The internal space 74 communicates with the suction port 76 via the intake duct 77.
[0225] The intake duct 77 extends from the suction port 76 to the upstream space 74a. The upstream space 74a communicates with the suction port 76 via the intake duct 77.
[0226] The intake duct 77 extends rearward from the suction port 76. The intake duct 77 extends to the air cleaner 71.
[0227] The intake duct 77 penetrates the air cleaner 71. The intake duct 77 penetrates the front portion of the air cleaner 71. The intake duct 77 penetrates the air cleaner case 72. The intake duct 77 penetrates the lower portion 72b.
[0228] The intake duct 77 is inserted from outside the air cleaner 71 into the air cleaner 71. The intake duct 77 is inserted into the internal space 74. The intake duct 77 is inserted into the upstream space 74a.
[0229] The intake duct 77 extends rearward in the upstream space 74a. Thereafter, the intake duct 77 curves upward in the upstream space 74a. The intake duct 77 extends upward in the upstream space 74a. Thereafter, the intake duct 77 curves forward in the upstream space 74a. The intake duct 77 extends forward in the upstream space 74a. Thereafter, the intake duct 77 is opened to the upstream space 74a.
[0230] Refer to FIGS. 3 and 4. The intake port 76 is disposed forward of the first end 41a of the intake pipe 41. All of the intake port 76 is disposed forward of all of the first end 41a.
[0231] The intake port 76 is disposed above the first end 41a. All of the intake port 76 is disposed above all of the first end 41a.
[0232] 8. Air and Fuel Flow Describe the air and fuel flow.
[0233] The intake port 76 takes in air. The air enters the air cleaner 71 through the intake port 76. The air flows from the air cleaner 71 into the intake pipe 41. The amount of air flowing through the intake pipe 41 is adjusted by the throttle valve 52. The air flows from the intake pipe 41 into the engine 10. Fuel is supplied from the fuel tank 69 to the engine 10 through the fuel injector 61.
[0234] Specifically, the intake port 76 takes in the air in front of the air cleaner 71. The air enters the suction duct 77 through the intake port 76 from the area in front of the air cleaner 71. The air flows from the suction duct 77 into the upstream space 74a. The air flows from the upstream space 74a, passes through the filter 75, and flows into the downstream space 74b. The filter 75 filters the air. The filter 75 purifies the air. The air flows from the downstream space 74b into the second pipe 43. The air flows from the second pipe 43 into the throttle body 54. The throttle valve 52 adjusts the amount of air flowing through the throttle body 54. The air flows from the throttle body 54 into the first pipe 42. The air flows from the first pipe 42 into the intake passage 17. The air flows downward and forward in the first pipe 42. The air flows downward and backward in the intake passage 17. The air flows from the intake passage 17 into the cylinder hole 16. The air flows from the intake passage 17 into the combustion chamber.
[0235] Fuel flows from the fuel tank 69 into the fuel pipe 63. The fuel flows from the fuel pipe 63 through the joint 67 into the fuel injection device 61. The fuel is supplied from the fuel injection device 61 to the downstream part of the intake pipe 41. The fuel is injected from the fuel injection device 61. The fuel is injected into the downstream part of the intake pipe 41. The fuel is injected, for example, into the first pipe 42. The fuel is injected, for example, toward the intake connection port 17a. The fuel is injected, for example, toward the intake passage 17. The fuel is injected, for example, toward the intake valve 18. The fuel flows from the intake passage 17 into the cylinder hole 16 together with air. The fuel flows from the intake passage 17 into the combustion chamber together with air.
[0236] Air may be mixed with fuel to form an air-fuel mixture in at least either the downstream part of the intake pipe 41 or the intake passage 17. In this case, the air-fuel mixture flows from the intake passage 17 into the cylinder hole 16. The air-fuel mixture flows from the intake passage 17 into the combustion chamber.
[0237] 9. Arrangement The arrangement of each element of the saddle-type vehicle 1 will be described.
[0238] Referring to FIG. 2, the engine 10 is arranged below the seat 3. At least a part of the engine 10 is arranged below the seat 3. At least a part of the engine 10 is arranged lower than the entire seat 3. For example, the entire engine 10 is arranged lower than the entire seat 3. The engine 10 does not overlap the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0239] The storage box 25 is arranged below the seat 3. At least a part of the storage box 25 is arranged below the seat 3. At least a part of the storage box 25 is arranged lower than the entire seat 3. For example, the storage box 25 may have a portion that overlaps the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle. Alternatively, the storage box 25 may not have a portion that overlaps the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0240] For example, the storage box 25 has a first part and a second part. The first part of the storage box 25 overlaps with the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle. The second part of the storage box 25 does not overlap with the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle. The second part of the storage box 25 is disposed below the seat 3. The second part of the storage box 25 is disposed lower than the entire seat 3.
[0241] The storage box 25 does not have a part disposed above the entire seat 3.
[0242] The storage box 25 is disposed above the engine 10. At least a part of the storage box 25 is disposed above the engine 10. At least a part of the storage box 25 is disposed higher than the entire engine 10. For example, the entire storage box 25 is disposed higher than the entire engine 10. The storage box 25 does not overlap with the engine 10 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0243] Referring to FIG. 3, the fuel pipe 63 is disposed below the seat 3. At least a part of the fuel pipe 63 is disposed lower than the entire seat 3. For example, the entire fuel pipe 63 is disposed lower than the entire seat 3. The fuel pipe 63 does not overlap with the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0244] The fuel pipe 63 is disposed in front of the engine 10. At least a part of the fuel pipe 63 is disposed in front of the entire engine 10. For example, the second end 65 of the fuel pipe 63 is disposed in front of the entire engine 10. The fuel pipe 63 does not overlap with the engine 10 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0245] The fuel pipe 63 is disposed in front of the crankcase 11. At least a part of the fuel pipe 63 is disposed in front of the entire crankcase 11. For example, the entire fuel pipe 63 is disposed in front of the entire crankcase 11. The fuel pipe 63 does not overlap with the crankcase 11 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0246] The fuel pipe 63 is arranged in front of the cylinder block 13. At least a part of the fuel pipe 63 is arranged in front of the whole of the cylinder block 13. For example, the whole of the fuel pipe 63 is arranged in front of the whole of the cylinder block 13. The fuel pipe 63 does not overlap the cylinder block 13 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0247] The fuel pipe 63 is arranged in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the fuel pipe 63 is arranged in front of the whole of the storage box 25. For example, the whole of the fuel pipe 63 is arranged in front of the whole of the storage box 25. The fuel pipe 63 does not overlap the storage box 25 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0248] The fuel tank 69 is arranged below the seat 3. At least a part of the fuel tank 69 is arranged below the whole of the seat 3. For example, the whole of the fuel tank 69 is arranged below the whole of the seat 3. The fuel tank 69 does not overlap the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0249] The fuel tank 69 is arranged in front of the engine 10. At least a part of the fuel tank 69 is arranged in front of the whole of the engine 10. For example, the whole of the fuel tank 69 is arranged in front of the whole of the engine 10. The fuel tank 69 does not overlap the engine 10 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0250] The fuel tank 69 is arranged at the same height position as the engine 10. At least a part of the fuel tank 69 is arranged at the same height position as at least a part of the engine 10. Although not shown, the fuel tank 69 overlaps the engine 10 in a front view of the vehicle.
[0251] The fuel tank 69 is arranged in front of the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the fuel tank 69 extends further forward than the whole of the cylinder head 14. For example, the whole of the fuel tank 69 extends further forward than the whole of the cylinder head 14. The fuel tank 69 does not overlap with the cylinder head 14 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0252] The fuel tank 69 is arranged at the same height position as the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the fuel tank 69 is arranged at the same height position as at least a part of the cylinder head 14. Although illustration is omitted, the fuel tank 69 overlaps with the cylinder head 14 in a front view of the vehicle.
[0253] For example, the fuel tank 69 extends from a position above the cylinder head 14 to a position below the cylinder head 14. The fuel tank 69 extends from a position above the whole of the cylinder head 14 to a position below the whole of the cylinder head 14. The fuel tank 69 has a part located above the whole of the cylinder head 14, a part located at the same height as the cylinder head 14, and a part located below the whole of the cylinder head 14.
[0254] The fuel tank 69 is arranged in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the fuel tank 69 is arranged further forward than the whole of the storage box 25. For example, the whole of the fuel tank 69 is arranged further forward than the whole of the storage box 25. The fuel tank 69 does not overlap with the storage box 25 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0255] The fuel tank 69 is arranged at the same height position as the storage box 25. At least a part of the fuel tank 69 is arranged at the same height position as at least a part of the storage box 25. Although illustration is omitted, the fuel tank 69 overlaps with the storage box 25 in a front view of the vehicle.
[0256] The air cleaner 71 is disposed below the seat 3. At least a part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed below the seat 3. At least a part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed lower than the entire seat 3. The air cleaner 71 may have a portion overlapping the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0257] For example, at least a part of the upper portion 72a of the air cleaner case 72 overlaps the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle. For example, at least a part of the lower portion 72b is disposed lower than the entire seat 3. For example, the lower portion 72b of the air cleaner case 72 may have a portion overlapping the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle. Alternatively, the lower portion 72b of the air cleaner case 72 may not overlap the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0258] The air cleaner 71 does not have a portion disposed above the entire seat 3.
[0259] The air cleaner 71 is disposed above the engine 10. At least a part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed above the engine 10. At least a part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed higher than the entire engine 10. For example, the entire air cleaner 71 is disposed higher than the entire engine 10. The air cleaner 71 does not overlap the engine 10 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0260] The air cleaner 71 is disposed above the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed above the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed higher than the entire cylinder head 14. For example, the entire air cleaner 71 is disposed higher than the entire cylinder head 14. The air cleaner 71 does not overlap the cylinder head 14 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0261] The air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed more forward than the whole of the storage box 25. For example, the air cleaner 71 may have a portion overlapping with the storage box 25 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0262] The air cleaner 71 does not have a portion located behind the whole of the storage box 25.
[0263] At least a part of the storage box 25 is disposed behind the whole of the air cleaner 71.
[0264] The air cleaner 71 is disposed at the same height as the storage box 25. At least a part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed at the same height as at least a part of the storage box 25.
[0265] The air cleaner 71 is disposed above the fuel pipe 63.
[0266] The air cleaner 71 is disposed behind the fuel tank 69. At least a part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed behind the whole of the fuel tank 69.
[0267] The air cleaner 71 is disposed at the same height as the fuel tank 69. At least a part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed at the same height as at least a part of the fuel tank 69.
[0268] The fuel tank 69 has a portion located in front of the air cleaner 71. The fuel tank 69 has a portion located more forward than the whole of the air cleaner 71. Further, the fuel tank 69 has a portion located below the air cleaner 71. The fuel tank 69 has a portion located below the whole of the air cleaner 71.
[0269] The suction port 76 is disposed below the seat 3. At least a part of the suction port 76 is disposed lower than the entire seat 3. For example, the entire suction port 76 is disposed lower than the entire seat 3. The suction port 76 does not overlap with the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0270] The suction port 76 is disposed above the engine 10. At least a part of the suction port 76 is disposed higher than the entire engine 10. For example, the entire suction port 76 is disposed higher than the entire engine 10. The suction port 76 does not overlap with the engine 10 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0271] The suction port 76 is disposed above the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the suction port 76 is disposed higher than the entire cylinder head 14. For example, the entire suction port 76 is disposed higher than the entire cylinder head 14. The suction port 76 does not overlap with the cylinder head 14 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0272] The suction port 76 is disposed in front of the engine 10. At least a part of the suction port 76 is disposed in front of the entire engine 10. For example, the entire suction port 76 is disposed in front of the entire engine 10.
[0273] The suction port 76 is disposed in front of the crankcase 11. At least a part of the suction port 76 is disposed in front of the entire crankcase 11. For example, the entire suction port 76 is disposed in front of the entire crankcase 11.
[0274] The suction port 76 is disposed in front of the cylinder unit 12. At least a part of the suction port 76 is disposed in front of the entire cylinder unit 12. For example, the entire suction port 76 is disposed in front of the entire cylinder unit 12.
[0275] The suction port 76 is disposed in front of the cylinder body 13. At least a part of the suction port 76 is disposed in front of the whole of the cylinder body 13. For example, the whole of the suction port 76 is disposed in front of the whole of the cylinder body 13.
[0276] The suction port 76 is disposed in front of the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the suction port 76 is disposed in front of the whole of the cylinder head 14. For example, the whole of the suction port 76 is disposed in front of the whole of the cylinder head 14.
[0277] The suction port 76 is disposed in front of the head cover 15. At least a part of the suction port 76 is disposed in front of the whole of the head cover 15. For example, the whole of the suction port 76 is disposed in front of the whole of the head cover 15.
[0278] The suction port 76 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the suction port 76 is disposed in front of the whole of the storage box 25. For example, the whole of the suction port 76 is disposed in front of the whole of the storage box 25.
[0279] The suction port 76 is disposed at the same height position as the storage box 25. At least a part of the suction port 76 is disposed at the same height position as at least a part of the storage box 25.
[0280] The suction port 76 is disposed behind the fuel tank 69.
[0281] The suction port 76 is disposed at the same height position as the fuel tank 69. At least a part of the suction port 76 is disposed at the same height position as at least a part of the fuel tank 69.
[0282] The fuel tank 69 has a portion located in front of the suction port 76. The fuel tank 69 has a portion located in front of the whole of the suction port 76. Further, the fuel tank 69 has a portion located below the suction port 76. The fuel tank 69 has a portion located below the whole of the suction port 76.
[0283] FIG. 11 is a plan view of the straddle-type vehicle 1. FIG. 11 shows the seat 3 by a dashed line.
[0284] The storage box 25 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the storage box 25 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, all of the storage box 25 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0285] The seat 3 has a front end 3a. At least a part of the storage box 25 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a. For example, all of the storage box 25 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a.
[0286] The air cleaner 71 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the air cleaner 71 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, all of the air cleaner 71 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0287] At least a part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a. For example, all of the air cleaner 71 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a.
[0288] The fuel tank 69 is disposed forward of the seat 3. At least a part of the fuel tank 69 is disposed forward of all of the seat 3. For example, the fuel tank 69 may have a portion that overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0289] For example, the fuel tank 69 has a first part and a second part. The first part of the fuel tank 69 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. The second part of the fuel tank 69 does not overlap the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. The second part of the fuel tank 69 is disposed forward of all of the seat 3. The second part of the fuel tank 69 is disposed forward of the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0290] The fuel tank 69 does not have a portion disposed rearward of all of the seat 3.
[0291] As described above, the recessed space 4 is located in front of the seat 3. For example, the second portion of the fuel tank 69 is disposed below the recessed space 4.
[0292] The fuel tank 69 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the fuel tank 69 is disposed in front of all of the storage box 25. For example, all of the fuel tank 69 is disposed in front of all of the storage box 25. The fuel tank 69 does not overlap the storage box 25 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0293] The fuel tank 69 is disposed in front of the air cleaner 71. At least a part of the fuel tank 69 is disposed in front of all of the air cleaner 71. The fuel tank 69 may have a portion that overlaps the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0294] For example, the fuel tank 69 has a third portion and a fourth portion. The third portion of the fuel tank 69 overlaps the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle. The fourth portion of the fuel tank 69 does not overlap the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle. The fourth portion of the fuel tank 69 is disposed in front of all of the air cleaner 71. The fourth portion of the fuel tank 69 is disposed in front of the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0295] The third portion of the fuel tank 69 is a part of the first portion of the fuel tank 69. A part of the fourth portion of the fuel tank 69 is the second portion of the fuel tank 69.
[0296] The fuel tank 69 does not have a portion disposed rearward of all of the air cleaner 71.
[0297] FIG. 12 is a plan view of the saddle-riding type vehicle 1. FIG. 12 shows the seat 3, the air cleaner 71, and the storage box 25 by dashed lines. FIG. 12 shows the engine 10 explicitly.
[0298] In a plan view of the vehicle, the engine 10 overlaps the seat 3. At least a part of the engine 10 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire engine 10 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0299] The engine 10 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a of the seat 3. At least a part of the engine 10 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a of the seat 3. For example, the entire engine 10 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a.
[0300] In a plan view of the vehicle, the crankcase 11 overlaps the seat 3. At least a part of the crankcase 11 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire crankcase 11 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0301] The crankcase 11 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a. At least a part of the crankcase 11 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a. For example, the entire crankcase 11 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a.
[0302] In a plan view of the vehicle, the cylinder unit 12 overlaps the seat 3. At least a part of the cylinder unit 12 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire cylinder unit 12 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0303] The cylinder unit 12 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a. At least a part of the cylinder unit 12 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a. For example, the entire cylinder unit 12 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a.
[0304] In a plan view of the vehicle, the cylinder block 13 overlaps the seat 3. At least a part of the cylinder block 13 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire cylinder block 13 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0305] The cylinder block 13 is arranged behind the front end 3a. At least a part of the cylinder block 13 is arranged behind the front end 3a. For example, the whole of the cylinder block 13 is arranged behind the front end 3a.
[0306] The cylinder head 14 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the cylinder head 14 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the whole of the cylinder head 14 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0307] The cylinder head 14 is arranged behind the front end 3a. At least a part of the cylinder head 14 is arranged behind the front end 3a. For example, the whole of the cylinder head 14 is arranged behind the front end 3a.
[0308] FIG. 12 shows the intake connection port 17a clearly. The intake connection port 17a overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the intake connection port 17a overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the whole of the intake connection port 17a overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0309] The intake connection port 17a is arranged behind the front end 3a. At least a part of the intake connection port 17a is arranged behind the front end 3a. For example, the whole of the intake connection port 17a is arranged behind the front end 3a.
[0310] The valve cover 15 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the valve cover 15 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the whole of the valve cover 15 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0311] The valve cover 15 is arranged behind the front end 3a. At least a part of the valve cover 15 is arranged behind the front end 3a. For example, the whole of the valve cover 15 is arranged behind the front end 3a.
[0312] The storage box 25 overlaps with the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle. The storage box 25 overlaps with at least a part of the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the storage box 25 overlaps with only a part of the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0313] The storage box 25 extends to a position behind the engine 10. The storage box 25 extends to a position behind all of the engine 10. The storage box 25 has a portion located behind the engine 10. Specifically, the storage box 25 has a portion located behind all of the engine 10. A part of the storage box 25 does not overlap with the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle. A part of the storage box 25 is disposed behind the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle. A part of the storage box 25 is disposed behind all of the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0314] The storage box 25 does not have a portion located in front of all of the engine 10.
[0315] The storage box 25 overlaps with the crankcase 11 in a plan view of the vehicle. The storage box 25 overlaps with at least a part of the crankcase 11 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the storage box 25 overlaps with all of the crankcase 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0316] The storage box 25 overlaps with the cylinder unit 12 in a plan view of the vehicle. The storage box 25 overlaps with at least a part of the cylinder unit 12 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the storage box 25 overlaps with only a part of the cylinder unit 12 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0317] The storage box 25 overlaps with the cylinder block 13 in a plan view of the vehicle. The storage box 25 overlaps with at least a part of the cylinder block 13 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the storage box 25 overlaps with all of the cylinder block 13 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0318] For example, in a plan view of the vehicle, the storage box 25 overlaps with the cylinder head 14. The storage box 25 overlaps with at least a part of the cylinder head 14 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, in a plan view of the vehicle, the storage box 25 overlaps with only a part of the cylinder head 14.
[0319] For example, in a plan view of the vehicle, the storage box 25 overlaps with the intake connection port 17a. The storage box 25 overlaps with at least a part of the intake connection port 17a in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, in a plan view of the vehicle, the storage box 25 overlaps with only a part of the intake connection port 17a.
[0320] In a plan view of the vehicle, the storage box 25 does not overlap with the head cover 15. The storage box 25 is disposed behind the head cover 15. All of the storage box 25 is disposed behind all of the head cover 15.
[0321] In a plan view of the vehicle, the air cleaner 71 overlaps with the engine 10. The air cleaner 71 overlaps with at least a part of the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, in a plan view of the vehicle, the air cleaner 71 overlaps with only a part of the engine 10.
[0322] The air cleaner 71 extends to a position in front of the engine 10. The air cleaner 71 extends to a position in front of all of the engine 10. The air cleaner 71 has a portion located in front of the engine 10. Specifically, the air cleaner 71 has a portion located in front of all of the engine 10. A part of the air cleaner 71 does not overlap with the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of all of the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0323] The air cleaner 71 does not have a portion located behind all of the engine 10.
[0324] The air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of the crankcase 11. At least a part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of the crankcase 11. For example, the entire air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of the entire crankcase 11. The air cleaner 71 does not overlap the crankcase 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0325] The air cleaner 71 overlaps the cylinder unit 12 in a plan view of the vehicle. The air cleaner 71 overlaps at least a part of the cylinder unit 12 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the air cleaner 71 overlaps only a part of the cylinder unit 12 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0326] The air cleaner 71 overlaps the cylinder block 13 in a plan view of the vehicle. The air cleaner 71 overlaps at least a part of the cylinder block 13 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the air cleaner 71 overlaps only a part of the cylinder block 13 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0327] The air cleaner 71 overlaps the cylinder head 14 in a plan view of the vehicle. The air cleaner 71 overlaps at least a part of the cylinder head 14 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the air cleaner 71 overlaps the entire cylinder head 14 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0328] The air cleaner 71 overlaps the intake connection port 17a in a plan view of the vehicle. The air cleaner 71 overlaps at least a part of the intake connection port 17a in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the air cleaner 71 overlaps the entire intake connection port 17a in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0329] The air cleaner 71 extends to a position in front of the cylinder head 14. The air cleaner 71 extends to a position in front of all of the cylinder head 14. The air cleaner 71 has a portion located in front of the cylinder head 14. Specifically, the air cleaner 71 has a portion located in front of all of the cylinder head 14. A part of the air cleaner 71 does not overlap with the cylinder head 14 in a plan view of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of the cylinder head 14 in a plan view of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of all of the cylinder head 14 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0330] The air cleaner 71 overlaps with the head cover 15 in a plan view of the vehicle. The air cleaner 71 overlaps with at least a part of the head cover 15 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the air cleaner 71 overlaps with all of the head cover 15 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0331] The air cleaner 71 extends to a position in front of the head cover 15. The air cleaner 71 extends to a position in front of all of the head cover 15. The air cleaner 71 has a portion located in front of the head cover 15. Specifically, the air cleaner 71 has a portion located in front of all of the head cover 15. A part of the air cleaner 71 does not overlap with the head cover 15 in a plan view of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of the head cover 15 in a plan view of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of all of the head cover 15 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0332] Although the illustration of the fuel tank 69 is omitted in FIG. 12, the fuel tank 69 does not overlap with the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle. The fuel tank 69 is disposed in front of the engine 10. All of the fuel tank 69 is disposed in front of all of the engine 10.
[0333] The arrangement of the intake pipe 41 will be described.
[0334] Refer to FIG. 4. The intake pipe 41 is disposed below the seat 3. At least a part of the intake pipe 41 is disposed below the seat 3. At least a part of the intake pipe 41 is disposed lower than the entire seat 3. For example, the intake pipe 41 may have a portion that overlaps the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0335] Specifically, the first end 41a is disposed below the seat 3. At least a part of the first end 41a is disposed lower than the entire seat 3. For example, the entire first end 41a is disposed lower than the entire seat 3. The first end 41a does not overlap the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0336] The second end 41b is disposed below the seat 3. At least a part of the second end 41b is disposed lower than the entire seat 3. For example, the entire second end 41b is disposed lower than the entire seat 3. The second end 41b does not overlap the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0337] The first pipe 42 is disposed below the seat 3. At least a part of the first pipe 42 is disposed below the seat 3. For example, the entire first pipe 42 is disposed lower than the entire seat 3. The first pipe 42 does not overlap the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0338] The throttle body 54 is disposed below the seat 3. At least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed lower than the entire seat 3. For example, the entire throttle body 54 is disposed lower than the entire seat 3. The throttle body 54 does not overlap the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0339] For example, the second pipe 43 overlaps with the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle. A part of the second pipe 43 overlaps with the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle. For example, the inner portion 45 overlaps with the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle. A part of the inner portion 45 overlaps with the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle. The outer portion 44 does not overlap with the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle. The outer portion 44 is disposed below the seat 3. All of the outer portion 44 is disposed below all of the seat 3.
[0340] The intake pipe 41 does not have a portion disposed above all of the seat 3.
[0341] The intake pipe 41 is disposed above the engine 10. At least a part of the intake pipe 41 is disposed above the engine 10. At least a part of the intake pipe 41 is disposed above all of the engine 10. At least a part of the intake pipe 41 is disposed above the upper end 11a of the crankcase 11. For example, the intake pipe 41 has a portion disposed above the upper end 11a and a portion disposed below the upper end 11a.
[0342] At least a part of the first end 41a of the intake pipe 41 is disposed below the upper end 11a. For example, all of the first end 41a is disposed below the upper end 11a.
[0343] At least a part of the second end 41b of the intake pipe 41 is disposed above the upper end 11a. For example, all of the second end 41b is disposed above the upper end 11a.
[0344] At least a part of the first pipe 42 is disposed above the upper end 11a. For example, the first pipe 42 has a portion disposed above the upper end 11a and a portion disposed below the upper end 11a.
[0345] At least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed above the upper end 11a. For example, all of the throttle body 54 is disposed above the upper end 11a.
[0346] At least a part of the second pipe 43 is disposed above the upper end 11a. For example, the entire second pipe 43 is disposed above the upper end 11a.
[0347] The intake pipe 41 is disposed above the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the intake pipe 41 is disposed above the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the intake pipe 41 is disposed above the entire cylinder head 14. For example, the entire intake pipe 41 is disposed above the entire cylinder head 14.
[0348] The second end 41b of the intake pipe 41 is disposed above the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the second end 41b is disposed above the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the second end 41b is disposed above the entire cylinder head 14. For example, the entire second end 41b is disposed above the entire cylinder head 14.
[0349] The first pipe 42 is disposed above the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the first pipe 42 is disposed above the entire cylinder head 14. For example, the entire first pipe 42 is disposed above the cylinder head 14.
[0350] The throttle body 54 is disposed above the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed above the entire cylinder head 14. For example, the entire throttle body 54 is disposed above the entire cylinder head 14.
[0351] The second pipe 43 is disposed above the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the second pipe 43 is disposed above the entire cylinder head 14. For example, the entire second pipe 43 is disposed above the entire cylinder head 14.
[0352] The intake pipe 41 is disposed in front of the engine 10. At least a part of the intake pipe 41 is disposed in front of the entire engine 10.
[0353] The second end 41b of the intake pipe 41 is arranged in front of the engine 10. At least a part of the second end 41b is arranged in front of the whole of the engine 10.
[0354] The intake pipe 41 is arranged in front of the crankcase 11. At least a part of the intake pipe 41 is arranged in front of the whole of the crankcase 11. For example, the whole of the intake pipe 41 is arranged in front of the whole of the crankcase 11. The intake pipe 41 does not overlap with the crankcase 11 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0355] The first end 41a of the intake pipe 41 is arranged in front of the crankcase 11. At least a part of the first end 41a is arranged in front of the whole of the crankcase 11. For example, the whole of the first end 41a is arranged in front of the whole of the crankcase 11. The first end 41a does not overlap with the crankcase 11 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0356] The second end 41b of the intake pipe 41 is arranged in front of the crankcase 11. At least a part of the second end 41b is arranged in front of the whole of the crankcase 11. For example, the whole of the second end 41b is arranged in front of the whole of the crankcase 11. The second end 41b does not overlap with the crankcase 11 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0357] The first pipe 42 is arranged in front of the crankcase 11. The first pipe 42 is arranged in front of the whole of the crankcase 11. For example, the whole of the first pipe 42 is arranged in front of the whole of the crankcase 11. The first pipe 42 does not overlap with the crankcase 11 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0358] The throttle body 54 is arranged in front of the crankcase 11. The throttle body 54 is arranged in front of the whole of the crankcase 11. For example, the whole of the throttle body 54 is arranged in front of the whole of the crankcase 11. The throttle body 54 does not overlap with the crankcase 11 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0359] The second pipe 43 is disposed in front of the crankcase 11. The second pipe 43 is disposed in front of the entire crankcase 11. For example, the entire second pipe 43 is disposed in front of the entire crankcase 11. In a side view of the vehicle, the second pipe 43 does not overlap with the crankcase 11.
[0360] The intake pipe 41 is disposed in front of the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the intake pipe 41 is disposed in front of the entire cylinder head 14.
[0361] The second end 41b of the intake pipe 41 is disposed in front of the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the second end 41b is disposed in front of the entire cylinder head 14. For example, the entire second end 41b is disposed in front of the entire cylinder head 14.
[0362] The intake pipe 41 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the intake pipe 41 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the intake pipe 41 is disposed in front of the entire storage box 25. In other words, the storage box 25 includes a front end 25a. At least a part of the intake pipe 41 is disposed in front of the front end 25a. For example, the intake pipe 41 has a portion located in front of the front end 25a and a portion located behind the front end 25a. In a side view of the vehicle, the intake pipe 41 does not overlap with the storage box 25.
[0363] The first end 41a of the intake pipe 41 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the first end 41a is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the first end 41a is disposed in front of the entire storage box 25. In other words, at least a part of the first end 41a is disposed in front of the front end 25a. For example, the first end 41a has a portion located in front of the front end 25a and a portion located behind the front end 25a. In a side view of the vehicle, the first end 41a does not overlap with the storage box 25.
[0364] The second end 41b of the intake pipe 41 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the second end 41b is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the second end 41b is disposed in front of the whole of the storage box 25. In other words, at least a part of the second end 41b is disposed in front of the front end 25a. For example, the whole of the second end 41b is disposed in front of the whole of the storage box 25. The whole of the second end 41b is disposed in front of the front end 25a. The second end 41b does not overlap with the storage box 25 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0365] The first pipe 42 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the first pipe 42 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the first pipe 42 is disposed in front of the whole of the storage box 25. In other words, at least a part of the first pipe 42 is disposed in front of the front end 25a. For example, the first pipe 42 has a portion located in front of the front end 25a and a portion located behind the front end 25a. The first pipe 42 does not overlap with the storage box 25 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0366] The throttle body 54 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed in front of the whole of the storage box 25. In other words, at least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed in front of the front end 25a. For example, the throttle body 54 has a portion located in front of the front end 25a and a portion located behind the front end 25a. The throttle body 54 does not overlap with the storage box 25 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0367] The second pipe 43 is arranged in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the second pipe 43 is arranged in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the second pipe 43 is arranged in front of the whole of the storage box 25. In other words, at least a part of the second pipe 43 is arranged in front of the front end 25a. For example, the second pipe 43 has a part located in front of the front end 25a and a part located behind the front end 25a. The second pipe 43 does not overlap with the storage box 25 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0368] The storage box 25 is arranged behind the intake pipe 41. At least a part of the storage box 25 is arranged behind the whole of the intake pipe 41.
[0369] The intake pipe 41 is arranged at the same height position as the storage box 25. At least a part of the intake pipe 41 is arranged at the same height position as at least a part of the storage box 25.
[0370] The storage box 25 has a lower end 25b. At least a part of the intake pipe 41 is arranged above the lower end 25b. For example, the intake pipe 41 has a part located above the lower end 25b and a part located below the lower end 25b.
[0371] At least a part of the first end 41a of the intake pipe 41 is located below the lower end 25b. For example, the whole of the first end 41a is located below the lower end 25b.
[0372] At least a part of the second end 41b of the intake pipe 41 is located above the lower end 25b. For example, the whole of the second end 41b is located above the lower end 25b.
[0373] At least a part of the first pipe 42 is arranged above the lower end 25b. For example, the first pipe 42 has a part located above the lower end 25b and a part located below the lower end 25b.
[0374] At least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed above the lower end 25b. For example, the entire throttle body 54 is disposed above the lower end 25b.
[0375] At least a part of the second pipe 43 is disposed above the lower end 25b. For example, the entire second pipe 43 is disposed above the lower end 25b.
[0376] At least a part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed above the lower end 25b. For example, the entire air cleaner 71 is disposed above the lower end 25b.
[0377] The intake pipe 41 is disposed below the air cleaner 71. For example, at least a part of the intake pipe 41 is disposed below the air cleaner 71. For example, at least a part of the intake pipe 41 is disposed below the entire air cleaner 71. The intake pipe 41 may have a portion overlapping the air cleaner 71 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0378] Specifically, the first pipe 42 is disposed below the air cleaner 71. For example, at least a part of the first pipe 42 is disposed below the entire air cleaner 71. For example, the entire first pipe 42 is disposed below the entire air cleaner 71. The first pipe 42 does not overlap the air cleaner 71 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0379] The throttle body 54 is disposed below the air cleaner 71. For example, at least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed below the air cleaner 71. For example, the entire throttle body 54 is disposed below the air cleaner 71. The throttle body 54 does not overlap the air cleaner 71 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0380] The second pipe 43 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a side view of the vehicle. At least a part of the second pipe 43 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a side view of the vehicle. For example, the inner portion 45 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a side view of the vehicle. All of the inner portion 45 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a side view of the vehicle. The outer portion 44 does not overlap with the air cleaner 71 in a side view of the vehicle. The outer portion 44 is disposed below the air cleaner 71. At least a part of the outer portion 44 is disposed below the air cleaner 71.
[0381] The intake pipe 41 does not have a portion disposed above all of the air cleaner 71.
[0382] The arrangement of the throttle device 51 will be described.
[0383] Referring to FIG. 4, the throttle device 51 is disposed below the seat 3. At least a part of the throttle device 51 is disposed below all of the seat 3. For example, all of the throttle device 51 is disposed below all of the seat 3. The throttle device 51 does not overlap with the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0384] The throttle valve 52 is disposed below the seat 3. At least a part of the throttle valve 52 is disposed below all of the seat 3. For example, all of the throttle valve 52 is disposed below all of the seat 3. The throttle valve 52 does not overlap with the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0385] As described above, the throttle body 54 is disposed below the seat 3. At least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed below all of the seat 3. For example, all of the throttle body 54 is disposed below all of the seat 3. The throttle body 54 does not overlap with the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0386] The gearbox 55 is disposed below the seat 3. At least a part of the gearbox 55 is disposed lower than the whole of the seat 3. For example, the whole of the gearbox 55 is disposed lower than the whole of the seat 3. The gearbox 55 does not overlap with the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0387] The motor 58 is disposed below the seat 3. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed below the seat 3. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed lower than the whole of the seat 3. For example, the whole of the motor 58 is disposed lower than the whole of the seat 3. The motor 58 does not overlap with the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0388] The throttle device 51 is disposed above the engine 10. At least a part of the throttle device 51 is disposed higher than the whole of the engine 10. For example, the whole of the throttle device 51 is disposed higher than the whole of the engine 10. The throttle device 51 does not overlap with the engine 10 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0389] The throttle valve 52 is disposed above the engine 10. At least a part of the throttle valve 52 is disposed higher than the whole of the engine 10. For example, the whole of the throttle valve 52 is disposed higher than the whole of the engine 10. The throttle valve 52 does not overlap with the engine 10 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0390] The throttle body 54 is disposed above the engine 10. At least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed higher than the whole of the engine 10. For example, the whole of the throttle body 54 is disposed higher than the whole of the engine 10. The throttle body 54 does not overlap with the engine 10 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0391] The gearbox 55 is disposed above the engine 10. At least a part of the gearbox 55 is disposed above all of the engine 10. For example, all of the gearbox 55 is disposed above all of the engine 10. The gearbox 55 does not overlap with the engine 10 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0392] The motor 58 is disposed above the engine 10. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed above the engine 10. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed above all of the engine 10. For example, all of the motor 58 is disposed above all of the engine 10. The motor 58 does not overlap with the engine 10 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0393] The throttle device 51 is disposed above the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the throttle device 51 is disposed above all of the cylinder head 14. For example, all of the throttle device 51 is disposed above all of the cylinder head 14. The throttle device 51 does not overlap with the cylinder head 14 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0394] The throttle valve 52 is disposed above the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the throttle valve 52 is disposed above all of the cylinder head 14. For example, all of the throttle valve 52 is disposed above all of the cylinder head 14. The throttle valve 52 does not overlap with the cylinder head 14 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0395] The throttle body 54 is disposed above the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed above all of the cylinder head 14. For example, all of the throttle body 54 is disposed above all of the cylinder head 14. The throttle body 54 does not overlap with the cylinder head 14 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0396] The gearbox 55 is disposed above the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the gearbox 55 is disposed higher than the whole of the cylinder head 14. For example, the whole of the gearbox 55 is disposed higher than the whole of the cylinder head 14. The gearbox 55 does not overlap with the cylinder head 14 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0397] The motor 58 is disposed above the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed higher than the whole of the cylinder head 14. For example, the whole of the motor 58 is disposed higher than the whole of the cylinder head 14. The motor 58 does not overlap with the cylinder head 14 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0398] The throttle device 51 is disposed in front of the crankcase 11. At least a part of the throttle device 51 is disposed further forward than the whole of the crankcase 11. For example, the whole of the throttle device 51 is disposed further forward than the whole of the crankcase 11. The throttle device 51 does not overlap with the crankcase 11 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0399] The throttle valve 52 is disposed in front of the crankcase 11. At least a part of the throttle valve 52 is disposed further forward than the whole of the crankcase 11. For example, the whole of the throttle valve 52 is disposed further forward than the whole of the crankcase 11. The throttle valve 52 does not overlap with the crankcase 11 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0400] The throttle body 54 is disposed in front of the crankcase 11. At least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed further forward than the whole of the crankcase 11. For example, the whole of the throttle body 54 is disposed further forward than the whole of the crankcase 11. The throttle body 54 does not overlap with the crankcase 11 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0401] The gearbox 55 is disposed in front of the crankcase 11. At least a part of the gearbox 55 is disposed in front of the whole of the crankcase 11. For example, the whole of the gearbox 55 is disposed in front of the whole of the crankcase 11. The gearbox 55 does not overlap the crankcase 11 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0402] The motor 58 is disposed in front of the crankcase 11. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed in front of the whole of the crankcase 11. For example, the whole of the motor 58 is disposed in front of the whole of the crankcase 11. The motor 58 does not overlap the crankcase 11 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0403] The throttle device 51 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the throttle device 51 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the throttle device 51 is disposed in front of the whole of the storage box 25. In other words, at least a part of the throttle device 51 is disposed in front of the front end 25a of the storage box 25. For example, the throttle device 51 has a portion located in front of the front end 25a and a portion located behind the front end 25a. The throttle device 51 does not overlap the storage box 25 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0404] The throttle valve 52 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the throttle valve 52 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the throttle valve 52 is disposed in front of the whole of the storage box 25. In other words, at least a part of the throttle valve 52 is disposed in front of the front end 25a. For example, the throttle valve 52 has a portion located in front of the front end 25a and a portion located behind the front end 25a. The throttle valve 52 does not overlap the storage box 25 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0405] As described above, the throttle body 54 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed in front of the whole of the storage box 25. In other words, at least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed in front of the front end 25a. For example, the throttle body 54 has a portion located in front of the front end 25a and a portion located behind the front end 25a. The throttle body 54 does not overlap with the storage box 25 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0406] The gear box 55 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the gear box 55 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the gear box 55 is disposed in front of the whole of the storage box 25. In other words, at least a part of the gear box 55 is disposed in front of the front end 25a. For example, the gear box 55 has a portion located in front of the front end 25a and a portion located behind the front end 25a. The gear box 55 does not overlap with the storage box 25 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0407] The motor 58 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed in front of the whole of the storage box 25. In other words, at least a part of the motor 58 is disposed in front of the front end 25a. For example, the whole of the motor 58 is disposed in front of the whole of the storage box 25. The whole of the motor 58 is disposed in front of the front end 25a. The motor 58 does not overlap with the storage box 25 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0408] The throttle device 51 is disposed at the same height position as the storage box 25. At least a part of the throttle device 51 is disposed at the same height position as at least a part of the storage box 25.
[0409] At least a part of the throttle device 51 is disposed above the lower end 25b of the storage box 25. For example, the entire throttle device 51 is disposed above the lower end 25b.
[0410] At least a part of the throttle valve 52 is disposed above the lower end 25b. For example, the entire throttle valve 52 is disposed above the lower end 25b.
[0411] As described above, at least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed above the lower end 25b. For example, the entire throttle body 54 is disposed above the lower end 25b.
[0412] At least a part of the gear box 55 is disposed above the lower end 25b. For example, the entire gear box 55 is disposed above the lower end 25b.
[0413] At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed above the lower end 25b. For example, the entire motor 58 is disposed above the lower end 25b.
[0414] For example, the throttle device 51 is disposed below the air cleaner 71. For example, at least a part of the throttle device 51 is disposed below the air cleaner 71. For example, the throttle device 51 may have a portion overlapping the air cleaner 71 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0415] Specifically, for example, the throttle valve 52 is disposed below the air cleaner 71. For example, at least a part of the throttle valve 52 is disposed below the air cleaner 71. For example, the throttle valve 52 does not overlap the air cleaner 71 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0416] As described above, for example, the throttle body 54 is disposed below the air cleaner 71. For example, at least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed below the air cleaner 71. For example, the entire throttle body 54 is disposed below the air cleaner 71. For example, the throttle body 54 does not overlap with the air cleaner 71 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0417] For example, the gearbox 55 is disposed below the air cleaner 71. For example, at least a part of the gearbox 55 is disposed below the air cleaner 71. For example, the gearbox 55 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a side view of the vehicle. For example, a part of the gearbox 55 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0418] For example, the motor 58 is disposed below the air cleaner 71. For example, at least a part of the motor 58 is disposed below the air cleaner 71. For example, the motor 58 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a side view of the vehicle. For example, a part of the motor 58 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0419] The throttle device 51 does not have a portion disposed above the entire air cleaner 71.
[0420] The throttle device 51 is disposed above the first end 41a of the intake pipe 41. At least a part of the throttle device 51 is disposed above the entire first end 41a. For example, the entire throttle device 51 is disposed above the entire first end 41a. The throttle device 51 does not overlap with the first end 41a in a side view of the vehicle.
[0421] The throttle valve 52 is disposed above the first end 41a. At least a part of the throttle valve 52 is disposed above the entire first end 41a. For example, the entire throttle valve 52 is disposed above the entire first end 41a. The throttle valve 52 does not overlap with the first end 41a in a side view of the vehicle.
[0422] The throttle body 54 is disposed above the first end 41a. At least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed above the entire first end 41a. For example, the entire throttle body 54 is disposed above the entire first end 41a. The throttle body 54 does not overlap with the first end 41a in a side view of the vehicle.
[0423] The gearbox 55 is disposed above the first end 41a. At least a part of the gearbox 55 is disposed above the entire first end 41a. For example, the entire gearbox 55 is disposed above the entire first end 41a. The gearbox 55 does not overlap with the first end 41a in a side view of the vehicle.
[0424] The motor 58 is disposed above the first end 41a. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed above the entire first end 41a. For example, the entire motor 58 is disposed above the entire first end 41a. The motor 58 does not overlap with the first end 41a in a side view of the vehicle.
[0425] The throttle device 51 is disposed in front of the first end 41a. At least a part of the throttle device 51 is disposed in front of the entire first end 41a of the intake pipe 41.
[0426] The gearbox 55 is disposed in front of the first end 41a. At least a part of the gearbox 55 is disposed in front of the entire first end 41a.
[0427] The motor 58 is disposed in front of the first end 41a. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed in front of the entire first end 41a. For example, the entire motor 58 is disposed in front of the entire first end 41a.
[0428] The throttle device 51 is disposed below the second end 41b of the intake pipe 41. At least a part of the throttle device 51 is disposed below all of the second end 41b. For example, the entire throttle device 51 is disposed below all of the second end 41b. The throttle device 51 does not overlap with the second end 41b in a side view of the vehicle.
[0429] The throttle valve 52 is disposed below the second end 41b. At least a part of the throttle valve 52 is disposed below all of the second end 41b. For example, the entire throttle valve 52 is disposed below all of the second end 41b. The throttle valve 52 does not overlap with the second end 41b in a side view of the vehicle.
[0430] The throttle body 54 is disposed below the second end 41b. At least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed below all of the second end 41b. For example, the entire throttle body 54 is disposed below all of the second end 41b. The throttle body 54 does not overlap with the second end 41b in a side view of the vehicle.
[0431] The gearbox 55 is disposed below the second end 41b. At least a part of the gearbox 55 is disposed below all of the second end 41b. For example, the entire gearbox 55 is disposed below all of the second end 41b. The gearbox 55 does not overlap with the second end 41b in a side view of the vehicle.
[0432] The motor 58 is disposed below the second end 41b. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed below all of the second end 41b. For example, the entire motor 58 is disposed below all of the second end 41b. The motor 58 does not overlap with the second end 41b in a side view of the vehicle.
[0433] The throttle device 51 is disposed behind the second end 41b. At least a part of the throttle device 51 is disposed behind all of the second end 41b. For example, the entire throttle device 51 is disposed behind the second end 41b.
[0434] The throttle valve 52 is disposed rearward of the second end 41b. At least a part of the throttle valve 52 is disposed rearward of the whole of the second end 41b. For example, the whole of the throttle valve 52 is disposed rearward of the whole of the second end 41b.
[0435] The throttle body 54 is disposed rearward of the second end 41b. At least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed rearward of the whole of the second end 41b. For example, the whole of the throttle body 54 is disposed rearward of the whole of the second end 41b.
[0436] The gear box 55 is disposed rearward of the second end 41b. At least a part of the gear box 55 is disposed rearward of the whole of the second end 41b. For example, the whole of the gear box 55 is disposed rearward of the whole of the second end 41b.
[0437] The motor 58 is disposed rearward of the second end 41b. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed rearward of the whole of the second end 41b. For example, the whole of the motor 58 is disposed rearward of the whole of the second end 41b.
[0438] The throttle device 51 is disposed above the first pipe 42. At least a part of the throttle device 51 is disposed above the whole of the first pipe 42. For example, the whole of the throttle device 51 is disposed above the whole of the first pipe 42.
[0439] The throttle valve 52 is disposed above the first pipe 42. At least a part of the throttle valve 52 is disposed above the whole of the first pipe 42. For example, the whole of the throttle valve 52 is disposed above the whole of the first pipe 42. The throttle valve 52 does not overlap with the first pipe 42 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0440] The throttle body 54 is disposed above the first pipe 42. At least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed above the entire first pipe 42. For example, the entire throttle body 54 is disposed above the entire first pipe 42.
[0441] The gear box 55 is disposed above the first pipe 42. At least a part of the gear box 55 is disposed above the entire first pipe 42. For example, the entire gear box 55 is disposed above the entire first pipe 42.
[0442] The motor 58 is disposed above the first pipe 42. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed above the entire first pipe 42. For example, the entire motor 58 is disposed above the entire first pipe 42. The motor 58 does not overlap with the first pipe 42 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0443] The throttle device 51 is disposed in front of the first pipe 42. At least a part of the throttle device 51 is disposed in front of the first pipe 42.
[0444] The gear box 55 is disposed in front of the first pipe 42. At least a part of the gear box 55 is disposed in front of the entire first pipe 42.
[0445] The motor 58 is disposed in front of the first pipe 42. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed in front of the entire first pipe 42. For example, the entire motor 58 is disposed in front of the entire first pipe 42.
[0446] A part of the throttle device 51 is disposed in front of the throttle body 54. A part of the throttle device 51 is disposed in front of the entire throttle body 54.
[0447] The gear box 55 is disposed in front of the throttle body 54. A part of the gear box 55 is disposed in front of the entire throttle body 54.
[0448] As described above, the motor 58 is disposed in front of the throttle body 54. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed in front of the entire throttle body 54. For example, the entire motor 58 is disposed in front of the entire throttle body 54.
[0449] The motor 58 does not have a portion located behind the entire throttle body 54.
[0450] The throttle device 51 is disposed below the second pipe 43. At least a part of the throttle device 51 is disposed below the entire second pipe 43. For example, the entire throttle device 51 is disposed below the entire second pipe 43.
[0451] The throttle valve 52 is disposed below the second pipe 43. At least a part of the throttle valve 52 is disposed below the entire second pipe 43. For example, the entire throttle valve 52 is disposed below the entire second pipe 43. The throttle valve 52 does not overlap the second pipe 43 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0452] The throttle body 54 is disposed below the second pipe 43. At least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed below the entire second pipe 43. For example, the entire throttle body 54 is disposed below the entire second pipe 43.
[0453] The gearbox 55 is disposed below the second pipe 43. At least a part of the gearbox 55 is disposed below the entire second pipe 43. For example, the entire gearbox 55 is disposed below the entire second pipe 43.
[0454] The motor 58 is disposed below the second pipe 43. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed below the entire second pipe 43. For example, the entire motor 58 is disposed below the entire second pipe 43. The motor 58 does not overlap the second pipe 43 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0455] The intake pipe 41 surrounds the motor 58 in a side view of the vehicle. The first pipe 42 is located below and behind all of the motor 58. The throttle body 54 is located behind all of the motor 58. The second pipe 43 is located above all of the motor 58. The second end 43b of the second pipe 43 is located in front of all of the motor 58.
[0456] The intake pipe 41 extends from a position below the motor 58 to a position above the motor 58 through a position behind the motor 58. Specifically, the first pipe 42, the throttle body 54, and the second pipe 43 extend from a position below the motor 58 to a position above the motor 58 through a position behind the motor 58. The intake pipe 41 extends from a position behind the motor 58 to a position in front of the motor 58 through a position above the motor 58. Specifically, the second pipe 43 extends from a position behind the motor 58 to a position in front of the motor 58 through a position above the motor 58.
[0457] The intake pipe 41 does not overlap the motor 58 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0458] The motor 58 does not have a portion located behind all of the intake pipe 41.
[0459] The arrangement of the fuel injection device 61 will be described.
[0460] Referring to FIG. 4, the fuel injection device 61 is disposed below the seat 3. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed below all of the seat 3. For example, all of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed below all of the seat 3. The fuel injection device 61 does not overlap the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0461] The fuel injection device 61 is arranged above the engine 10. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is arranged above the engine 10. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is arranged higher than the whole of the engine 10. In other words, at least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is arranged higher than the upper end 11a of the crankcase 11. For example, the fuel injection device 61 has a part arranged higher than the upper end 11a and a part arranged lower than the upper end 11a. The fuel injection device 61 does not overlap with the engine 10 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0462] The fuel injection device 61 is arranged above the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is arranged higher than the whole of the cylinder head 14. For example, the whole of the fuel injection device 61 is arranged higher than the whole of the cylinder head 14. The fuel injection device 61 does not overlap with the cylinder head 14 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0463] The fuel injection device 61 is arranged in front of the crankcase 11. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is arranged in front of the whole of the crankcase 11. For example, the whole of the fuel injection device 61 is arranged in front of the whole of the crankcase 11. The fuel injection device 61 does not overlap with the crankcase 11 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0464] The fuel injection device 61 is arranged in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is arranged in front of the whole of the storage box 25. In other words, at least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is arranged in front of the front end 25a. For example, the whole of the fuel injection device 61 is arranged in front of the whole of the storage box 25. The whole of the fuel injection device 61 is arranged in front of the front end 25a. The fuel injection device 61 does not overlap with the storage box 25 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0465] The fuel injection device 61 is arranged at the same height position as the storage box 25. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is arranged at the same height position as at least a part of the storage box 25.
[0466] At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed above the lower end 25b of the storage box 25. For example, the fuel injection device 61 has a portion disposed above the lower end 25b and a portion disposed below the lower end 25b.
[0467] The fuel injection device 61 is disposed below the air cleaner 71. For example, at least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed below the entire air cleaner 71. For example, the entire fuel injection device 61 is disposed below the entire air cleaner 71. For example, the fuel injection device 61 does not overlap with the air cleaner 71 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0468] The fuel injection device 61 extends forward from the intake pipe 41. The fuel injection device 61 extends forward and upward from the intake pipe 41. The fuel injection device 61 does not have a portion located behind the entire intake pipe 41.
[0469] The fuel injection device 61 penetrates the first pipe 42. The fuel injection device 61 is inserted into the first pipe 42 from outside the first pipe 42 into the first pipe 42.
[0470] The fuel injection device 61 is disposed in front of the first pipe 42. The fuel injection device 61 penetrates the front portion of the first pipe 42.
[0471] The fuel injection device 61 injects fuel rearward. The fuel injection device 61 injects fuel rearward and downward. The fuel injection device 61 injects fuel, for example, toward the intake passage 17. The fuel injection device 61 injects fuel, for example, toward the cylinder hole 16. The fuel injection device 61 injects fuel, for example, toward the combustion chamber.
[0472] The fuel injection device 61 is disposed below the second end 41b of the intake pipe 41. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed below the entire second end 41b. For example, the entire fuel injection device 61 is disposed below the entire second end 41b.
[0473] The fuel injection device 61 is arranged behind the second end 41b. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is arranged behind all of the second end 41b. For example, all of the fuel injection device 61 is arranged behind all of the second end 41b.
[0474] The fuel injection device 61 is arranged below the second pipe 43. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is arranged below all of the second pipe 43. For example, all of the fuel injection device 61 is arranged below all of the second pipe 43. The fuel injection device 61 does not overlap with the second pipe 43 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0475] The fuel injection device 61 is arranged below the throttle device 51. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is arranged below all of the throttle device 51. For example, all of the fuel injection device 61 is arranged below all of the throttle device 51. The fuel injection device 61 does not overlap with the throttle device 51 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0476] The fuel injection device 61 is arranged below the throttle valve 52. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is arranged below all of the throttle valve 52. For example, all of the fuel injection device 61 is arranged below all of the throttle valve 52. The fuel injection device 61 does not overlap with the throttle valve 52 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0477] In other words, the throttle valve 52 is arranged above the fuel injection device 61. At least a part of the throttle valve 52 is arranged above all of the fuel injection device 61.
[0478] The fuel injection device 61 is arranged in front of the throttle valve 52. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is arranged in front of all of the throttle valve 52. For example, all of the fuel injection device 61 is arranged in front of all of the throttle valve 52.
[0479] Refer to FIG. 7. The fuel injection device 61 is disposed above the first end 41a of the intake pipe 41. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed above all of the first end 41a. For example, all of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed above all of the first end 41a.
[0480] The fuel injection device 61 is disposed in front of the first end 41a. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed in front of all of the first end 41a.
[0481] The fuel injection device 61 extends forward from the downstream portion of the intake pipe 41. The fuel injection device 61 extends forward and upward from the downstream portion of the intake pipe 41.
[0482] For example, the fuel injection device 61 extends forward from the first pipe 42. The fuel injection device 61 extends forward and upward from the first pipe 42.
[0483] At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed in front of all of the first pipe 42. The fuel injection device 61 does not have a portion located behind all of the first pipe 42.
[0484] Refer to FIG. 7. The fuel injection device 61 is disposed below the throttle body 54. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed below all of the throttle body 54. For example, all of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed below all of the throttle body 54. The fuel injection device 61 does not overlap the throttle body 54 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0485] The fuel injection device 61 is disposed in front of the throttle body 54. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed in front of all of the throttle body 54. The fuel injection device 61 does not have a portion located behind all of the throttle body 54.
[0486] The fuel injection device 61 is disposed below the gearbox 55. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed below the entire gearbox 55. For example, the entire fuel injection device 61 is disposed below the entire gearbox 55. The fuel injection device 61 does not overlap with the gearbox 55 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0487] The fuel injection device 61 is disposed below the gear cover 57. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed below the entire gear cover 57. For example, the entire fuel injection device 61 is disposed below the entire gear cover 57. The fuel injection device 61 does not overlap with the gear cover 57 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0488] The fuel injection device 61 is disposed below the motor 58. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed below the entire motor 58. For example, the entire fuel injection device 61 is disposed below the entire motor 58. The fuel injection device 61 does not overlap with the motor 58 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0489] In other words, the motor 58 is disposed above the fuel injection device 61. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed above the fuel injection device 61. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed above the entire fuel injection device 61. For example, the entire motor 58 is disposed above the entire fuel injection device 61.
[0490] The fuel injection device 61 is disposed below the motor case 58c. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed below the entire motor case 58c. For example, the entire fuel injection device 61 is disposed below the entire motor case 58c. The fuel injection device 61 does not overlap with the motor case 58c in a side view of the vehicle.
[0491] The arrangement of the joint 67 will be described.
[0492] The joint 67 is disposed above the first end 41a of the intake pipe 41. At least a part of the joint 67 is disposed above the whole of the first end 41a. For example, the whole of the joint 67 is disposed above the whole of the first end 41a.
[0493] The joint 67 is disposed in front of the first end 41a. At least a part of the joint 67 is disposed in front of the whole of the first end 41a.
[0494] The joint 67 is disposed in front of the first pipe 42. At least a part of the joint 67 is disposed in front of the whole of the first pipe 42. For example, the whole of the joint 67 is disposed in front of the whole of the first pipe 42. The joint 67 does not overlap with the first pipe 42 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0495] The joint 67 is disposed at the same height position as the throttle device 51. At least a part of the joint 67 is disposed at the same height position as at least a part of the throttle device 51. The joint 67 overlaps with the throttle device 51 in a side view of the vehicle. The joint 67 overlaps with only a part of the throttle device 51 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0496] Specifically, the joint 67 is disposed below the throttle body 54. At least a part of the joint 67 is disposed below the whole of the throttle body 54. For example, the whole of the joint 67 is disposed below the whole of the throttle body 54. The joint 67 does not overlap with the throttle body 54 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0497] The joint 67 is disposed in front of the throttle body 54. At least a part of the joint 67 is disposed in front of the whole of the throttle body 54. For example, the whole of the joint 67 is disposed in front of the whole of the throttle body 54.
[0498] The throttle valve 52 is disposed within the throttle body 54. For this reason, the joint 67 is disposed below the throttle valve 52. At least a part of the joint 67 is disposed below the entire throttle valve 52. For example, the entire joint 67 is disposed below the entire throttle valve 52. The joint 67 does not overlap the throttle valve 52 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0499] The joint 67 is disposed in front of the throttle valve 52. At least a part of the joint 67 is disposed in front of the entire throttle valve 52. For example, the entire joint 67 is disposed in front of the entire throttle valve 52.
[0500] Although FIG. 7 omits the illustration of the second pipe 43, the second pipe 43 is disposed above the throttle body 54. For this reason, the joint 67 is disposed below the second pipe 43. At least a part of the joint 67 is disposed below the entire second pipe 43. For example, the entire joint 67 is disposed below the entire second pipe 43. The joint 67 does not overlap the second pipe 43 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0501] Therefore, the joint 67 does not overlap the intake pipe 41 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0502] The joint 67 overlaps the gearbox 55 in a side view of the vehicle. The joint 67 overlaps the lower part of the above-described gearbox 55 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0503] The joint 67 overlaps the gear cover 57 in a side view of the vehicle. The joint 67 overlaps a part of the gear cover 57 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0504] The joint 67 is disposed below the motor 58. At least a part of the joint 67 is disposed below the entire motor 58. For example, the entire joint 67 is disposed below the entire motor 58. The joint 67 does not overlap the motor 58 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0505] In other words, the motor 58 is disposed above the joint 67. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed above the joint 67. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed above all of the joint 67. For example, all of the motor 58 is disposed above all of the joint 67.
[0506] The joint 67 is disposed below the motor case 58c. At least a part of the joint 67 is disposed below all of the motor case 58c. For example, all of the joint 67 is disposed below all of the motor case 58c. The joint 67 does not overlap the motor case 58c in a side view of the vehicle.
[0507] Describe the arrangement of the first end 64 of the fuel pipe 63.
[0508] The first end 64 of the fuel pipe 63 is disposed above the first end 41a of the intake pipe 41. At least a part of the first end 64 is disposed above all of the first end 41a. For example, all of the first end 64 is disposed above all of the first end 41a.
[0509] The first end 64 is disposed in front of the first end 41a. At least a part of the first end 64 is disposed in front of all of the first end 41a.
[0510] The first end 64 is disposed in front of the first pipe 42. At least a part of the first end 64 is disposed in front of all of the first pipe 42. For example, all of the first end 64 is disposed in front of all of the first pipe 42. The first end 64 does not overlap the first pipe 42 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0511] The first end 64 is arranged at the same height position as the throttle device 51. At least a part of the first end 64 is arranged at the same height position as at least a part of the throttle device 51. The first end 64 overlaps the throttle device 51 in a side view of the vehicle. The first end 64 overlaps only a part of the throttle device 51 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0512] The first end 64 is arranged below the throttle body 54. At least a part of the first end 64 is arranged below the whole throttle body 54. For example, the whole first end 64 is arranged below the whole throttle body 54. The first end 64 does not overlap the throttle body 54 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0513] The first end 64 is arranged in front of the throttle body 54. At least a part of the first end 64 is arranged in front of the whole throttle body 54. For example, the whole first end 64 is arranged in front of the whole throttle body 54.
[0514] The throttle valve 52 is arranged in the throttle body 54. Therefore, the first end 64 is arranged below the throttle valve 52. At least a part of the first end 64 is arranged below the whole throttle valve 52. For example, the whole first end 64 is arranged below the whole throttle valve 52. The first end 64 does not overlap the throttle valve 52 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0515] The first end 64 is arranged in front of the throttle valve 52. At least a part of the first end 64 is arranged in front of the whole throttle valve 52. For example, the whole first end 64 is arranged in front of the whole throttle valve 52.
[0516] Although illustration of the second pipe 43 is omitted in FIG. 7, the second pipe 43 is disposed above the throttle body 54. Therefore, the first end 64 is disposed below the second pipe 43. At least a part of the first end 64 is disposed below the whole of the second pipe 43. For example, the whole of the first end 64 is disposed below the whole of the second pipe 43. The first end 64 does not overlap the second pipe 43 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0517] Therefore, the first end 64 does not overlap the intake pipe 41 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0518] The first end 64 overlaps the gearbox 55 in a side view of the vehicle. The first end 64 overlaps the lower part of the above-described gearbox 55 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0519] The first end 64 overlaps the gear cover 57 in a side view of the vehicle. The first end 64 overlaps a part of the gear cover 57 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0520] The first end 64 is disposed below the motor 58. At least a part of the first end 64 is disposed below the whole of the motor 58. For example, the whole of the first end 64 is disposed below the whole of the motor 58. The first end 64 does not overlap the motor 58 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0521] In other words, the motor 58 is disposed above the first end 64. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed above the first end 64. At least a part of the motor 58 is disposed above the whole of the first end 64. For example, the whole of the motor 58 is disposed above the whole of the first end 64.
[0522] The first end 64 is disposed below the motor case 58c. At least a part of the first end 64 is disposed below the whole of the motor case 58c. For example, the whole of the first end 64 is disposed below the whole of the motor case 58c. The first end 64 does not overlap the motor case 58c in a side view of the vehicle.
[0523] FIG. 13 is a plan view of the straddle-type vehicle 1. FIG. 13 shows the seat 3 and the air cleaner 71 in broken lines. FIG. 13 clearly shows the intake pipe 41 and the throttle device 51.
[0524] The intake pipe 41 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the intake pipe 41 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the whole of the intake pipe 41 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0525] The intake pipe 41 is disposed behind the front end 3a of the seat 3. At least a part of the intake pipe 41 is disposed behind the front end 3a. For example, the whole of the intake pipe 41 is disposed behind the front end 3a.
[0526] The second end 41b of the intake pipe 41 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the second end 41b overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the whole of the second end 41b overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0527] The second end 41b is disposed behind the front end 3a. At least a part of the second end 41b is disposed behind the front end 3a. For example, the whole of the second end 41b is disposed behind the front end 3a.
[0528] The first pipe 42 is disposed below the throttle device 51. For this reason, the first pipe 42 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the first pipe 42 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the whole of the first pipe 42 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0529] The first pipe 42 is disposed behind the front end 3a. At least a part of the first pipe 42 is disposed behind the front end 3a. For example, the whole of the first pipe 42 is disposed behind the front end 3a.
[0530] The second pipe 43 overlaps with the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the second pipe 43 overlaps with the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire second pipe 43 overlaps with the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0531] The second pipe 43 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a. At least a part of the second pipe 43 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a. For example, the entire second pipe 43 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a.
[0532] The intake pipe 41 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the intake pipe 41 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire intake pipe 41 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0533] The second end 41b of the intake pipe 41 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the second end 41b overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire second end 41b overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0534] The first pipe 42 is disposed below the throttle device 51. Therefore, the first pipe 42 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the first pipe 42 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire first pipe 42 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0535] The second pipe 43 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the second pipe 43 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire second pipe 43 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0536] The air cleaner 71 extends to a position in front of the intake pipe 41. The air cleaner 71 extends to a position in front of all of the intake pipe 41. The air cleaner 71 has a portion located in front of the intake pipe 41. Specifically, the air cleaner 71 has a portion located in front of all of the intake pipe 41. A part of the air cleaner 71 does not overlap with the intake pipe 41 in a side view of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of the intake pipe 41 in a plan view of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of all of the intake pipe 41 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0537] The air cleaner 71 extends to a position in front of the first pipe 42. The air cleaner 71 extends to a position in front of all of the first pipe 42. The air cleaner 71 has a portion located in front of the first pipe 42. Specifically, the air cleaner 71 has a portion located in front of all of the first pipe 42. A part of the air cleaner 71 does not overlap with the first pipe 42 in a side view of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of the first pipe 42 in a plan view of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of all of the first pipe 42 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0538] The air cleaner 71 extends to a position in front of the second pipe 43. The air cleaner 71 extends to a position in front of all of the second pipe 43. The air cleaner 71 has a portion located in front of the second pipe 43. Specifically, the air cleaner 71 has a portion located in front of all of the second pipe 43. A part of the air cleaner 71 does not overlap with the second pipe 43 in a side view of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of the second pipe 43 in a plan view of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of all of the second pipe 43 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0539] The second pipe 43 extends forward from the throttle body 54 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0540] FIG. 14 is a plan view of the saddle-type vehicle 1. FIG. 14 shows the seat 3 by a dashed line. FIG. 14 clearly shows the throttle device 51.
[0541] In a plan view of the vehicle, the throttle device 51 overlaps with the seat 3. At least a part of the throttle device 51 overlaps with the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, all of the throttle device 51 overlaps with the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0542] The throttle device 51 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a of the seat 3. At least a part of the throttle device 51 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a. For example, all of the throttle device 51 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a.
[0543] In a plan view of the vehicle, the throttle valve 52 overlaps with the seat 3. At least a part of the throttle valve 52 overlaps with the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, all of the throttle valve 52 overlaps with the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0544] The throttle valve 52 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a. At least a part of the throttle valve 52 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a. For example, all of the throttle valve 52 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a.
[0545] In a plan view of the vehicle, the throttle body 54 overlaps with the seat 3. At least a part of the throttle body 54 overlaps with the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, all of the throttle body 54 overlaps with the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0546] The throttle body 54 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a. At least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a. For example, all of the throttle body 54 is disposed rearward of the front end 3a.
[0547] In a plan view of the vehicle, the gearbox 55 overlaps with the seat 3. At least a part of the gearbox 55 overlaps with the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, all of the gearbox 55 overlaps with the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0548] The gear box 55 is arranged behind the front end 3a. At least a part of the gear box 55 is arranged behind the front end 3a of the seat 3. For example, the whole of the gear box 55 is arranged behind the front end 3a.
[0549] The motor 58 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the motor 58 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the whole of the motor 58 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0550] The motor 58 is arranged behind the front end 3a. At least a part of the motor 58 is arranged behind the front end 3a of the seat 3. For example, the whole of the motor 58 is arranged behind the front end 3a.
[0551] FIG. 14 shows the engine 10 in a dashed line. The throttle device 51 overlaps the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the throttle device 51 overlaps the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the whole of the throttle device 51 overlaps the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0552] The throttle valve 52 overlaps the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the throttle valve 52 overlaps the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the whole of the throttle valve 52 overlaps the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0553] The throttle body 54 overlaps the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the throttle body 54 overlaps the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the whole of the throttle body 54 overlaps the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0554] The gear box 55 overlaps the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the gear box 55 overlaps the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the whole of the gear box 55 overlaps the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0555] In a plan view of the vehicle, the motor 58 overlaps with the engine 10. At least a part of the motor 58 overlaps with the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, all of the motor 58 overlaps with the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0556] In a plan view of the vehicle, the throttle device 51 overlaps with the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the throttle device 51 overlaps with the cylinder head 14 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0557] In a plan view of the vehicle, the throttle valve 52 overlaps with the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the throttle valve 52 overlaps with the cylinder head 14 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, all of the throttle valve 52 overlaps with the cylinder head 14 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0558] In a plan view of the vehicle, the throttle body 54 overlaps with the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the throttle body 54 overlaps with the cylinder head 14 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, all of the throttle body 54 overlaps with the cylinder head 14 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0559] In a plan view of the vehicle, the gearbox 55 overlaps with the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the gearbox 55 overlaps with the cylinder head 14 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0560] In a plan view of the vehicle, the motor 58 overlaps with the cylinder head 14. At least a part of the motor 58 overlaps with the cylinder head 14 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0561] The crankcase 11 is disposed behind the cylinder head 14. The crankcase 11 is disposed behind the cylinder block 13. The crankcase 11 is disposed behind the cylinder unit 12. Therefore, in a plan view of the vehicle, the throttle device 51 does not overlap with the crankcase 11.
[0562] The throttle valve 52 does not overlap with the crankcase 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0563] The throttle body 54 does not overlap with the crankcase 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0564] The gearbox 55 does not overlap with the crankcase 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0565] The motor 58 does not overlap with the crankcase 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0566] The first pipe 42 is disposed below the throttle device 51. For this reason, at least a part of the first pipe 42 overlaps with the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, all of the first pipe 42 overlaps with the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0567] FIG. 14 omits the illustration of the second pipe 43, but the second pipe 43 extends forward from the throttle body 54 in a plan view of the vehicle. For this reason, at least a part of the second pipe 43 overlaps with the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0568] Therefore, at least a part of the intake pipe 41 overlaps with the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0569] At least a part of the first pipe 42 overlaps with the cylinder head 14 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, all of the first pipe 42 overlaps with the cylinder head 14 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0570] At least a part of the second pipe 43 overlaps with the cylinder head 14 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0571] Therefore, at least a part of the intake pipe 41 overlaps with the cylinder head 14 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0572] The first pipe 42 does not overlap with the crankcase 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0573] The second pipe 43 does not overlap with the crankcase 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0574] Therefore, the intake pipe 41 does not overlap with the crankcase 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0575] FIG. 14 shows the air cleaner 71 in dashed lines. The throttle device 51 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the throttle device 51 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire throttle device 51 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0576] The throttle valve 52 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the throttle valve 52 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire throttle valve 52 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0577] The throttle body 54 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the throttle body 54 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire throttle body 54 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0578] The gearbox 55 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the gearbox 55 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire gearbox 55 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0579] The motor 58 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the motor 58 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire motor 58 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0580] The air cleaner 71 extends to a position in front of the throttle device 51. The air cleaner 71 extends to a position in front of all of the throttle device 51. The air cleaner 71 has a portion located in front of the throttle device 51. Specifically, the air cleaner 71 has a portion located in front of all of the throttle device 51. A part of the air cleaner 71 does not overlap with the throttle device 51 in a plan view of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of the throttle device 51 in a plan view of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of all of the throttle device 51 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0581] The air cleaner 71 extends to a position in front of the throttle valve 52. The air cleaner 71 extends to a position in front of all of the throttle valve 52. The air cleaner 71 has a portion located in front of the throttle valve 52. Specifically, the air cleaner 71 has a portion located in front of all of the throttle valve 52. A part of the air cleaner 71 does not overlap with the throttle valve 52 in a plan view of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of the throttle valve 52 in a plan view of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of all of the throttle valve 52 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0582] The air cleaner 71 extends to a position in front of the throttle body 54. The air cleaner 71 extends to a position in front of all of the throttle body 54. The air cleaner 71 has a portion located in front of the throttle body 54. Specifically, the air cleaner 71 has a portion located in front of all of the throttle body 54. A part of the air cleaner 71 does not overlap with the throttle body 54 in a plan view of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of the throttle body 54 in a plan view of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of all of the throttle body 54 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0583] The air cleaner 71 extends to a position in front of the gear box 55. The air cleaner 71 extends to a position in front of the entire gear box 55. The air cleaner 71 has a portion located in front of the gear box 55. Specifically, the air cleaner 71 has a portion located in front of the entire gear box 55. A part of the air cleaner 71 does not overlap with the gear box 55 in a plan view of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of the gear box 55 in a plan view of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of the entire gear box 55 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0584] The air cleaner 71 extends to a position in front of the motor 58. The air cleaner 71 extends to a position in front of the entire motor 58. The air cleaner 71 has a portion located in front of the motor 58. Specifically, the air cleaner 71 has a portion located in front of the entire motor 58. A part of the air cleaner 71 does not overlap with the motor 58 in a plan view of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of the motor 58 in a plan view of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of the entire motor 58 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0585] The fuel pipe 63 extends from the first end 64 to the second end 65. The second end 65 is disposed in front of the first end 64. The entire second end 65 is disposed in front of the entire first end 64.
[0586] The fuel pipe 63 overlaps with the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a part of the fuel pipe 63 overlaps with the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0587] Specifically, the first end 64 overlaps with the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. The entire first end 64 overlaps with the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0588] The first end 64 is disposed behind the front end 3a of the seat 3. The entire first end 64 is disposed behind the front end 3a.
[0589] In a plan view of the vehicle, the second end 65 does not overlap with the seat 3. The second end 65 is disposed forward of the seat 3. The entire second end 65 is disposed forward of the entire seat 3.
[0590] In a plan view of the vehicle, the fuel pipe 63 overlaps with the engine 10. At least a part of the fuel pipe 63 overlaps with the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0591] In a plan view of the vehicle, the first end 64 overlaps with the engine 10. At least a part of the first end 64 overlaps with the engine 10 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0592] In a plan view of the vehicle, the first end 64 overlaps with the head cover 15. At least a part of the first end 64 overlaps with the head cover 15 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0593] In a plan view of the vehicle, the second end 65 does not overlap with the engine 10. The second end 65 is disposed forward of the engine 10. The entire second end 65 is disposed forward of the entire engine 10.
[0594] In a plan view of the vehicle, the fuel pipe 63 overlaps with the air cleaner 71. At least a part of the fuel pipe 63 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0595] In a plan view of the vehicle, the first end 64 overlaps with the air cleaner 71. The entire first end 64 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0596] In a plan view of the vehicle, the second end 65 does not overlap with the air cleaner 71. The second end 65 is disposed forward of the air cleaner 71. The entire second end 65 is disposed forward of the entire air cleaner 71.
[0597] In a plan view of the vehicle, the fuel pipe 63 does not overlap with the throttle device 51.
[0598] In a plan view of the vehicle, the fuel pipe 63 does not overlap with the throttle valve 52. The fuel pipe 63 is disposed in front of the throttle valve 52. All of the fuel pipe 63 is disposed in front of all of the throttle valve 52.
[0599] In a plan view of the vehicle, the fuel pipe 63 does not overlap with the throttle body 54. The fuel pipe 63 is disposed in front of the throttle body 54. All of the fuel pipe 63 is disposed in front of all of the throttle body 54.
[0600] In a plan view of the vehicle, the fuel pipe 63 does not overlap with the gearbox 55. The fuel pipe 63 is disposed to the left of the gearbox 55. All of the fuel pipe 63 is disposed to the left of all of the gearbox 55.
[0601] In a plan view of the vehicle, the fuel pipe 63 does not overlap with the gear cover 57. The fuel pipe 63 is disposed to the left of the gear cover 57. All of the fuel pipe 63 is disposed to the left of all of the gear cover 57.
[0602] In a plan view of the vehicle, the fuel pipe 63 does not overlap with the motor 58. The fuel pipe 63 is disposed to the left of the motor 58. All of the fuel pipe 63 is disposed to the left of all of the motor 58.
[0603] In a plan view of the vehicle, the fuel pipe 63 does not overlap with the motor case 58c. The fuel pipe 63 is disposed below the motor case 58c. All of the fuel pipe 63 is disposed below all of the motor case 58c.
[0604] In a plan view of the vehicle, the first end 64 of the fuel pipe 63 does not overlap with the throttle device 51.
[0605] In a plan view of the vehicle, the first end 64 does not overlap with the throttle valve 52. The first end 64 is disposed in front of the throttle valve 52. All of the first end 64 is disposed in front of all of the throttle valve 52.
[0606] In a plan view of the vehicle, the first end 64 does not overlap with the throttle body 54. The first end 64 is disposed forward of the throttle body 54. All of the first end 64 is disposed forward of all of the throttle body 54.
[0607] In a plan view of the vehicle, the first end 64 does not overlap with the gearbox 55. The first end 64 is disposed to the left of the gearbox 55. All of the first end 64 is disposed to the left of all of the gearbox 55.
[0608] In a plan view of the vehicle, the first end 64 does not overlap with the gear cover 57. The first end 64 is disposed to the left of the gear cover 57. All of the first end 64 is disposed to the left of all of the gear cover 57.
[0609] In a plan view of the vehicle, the first end 64 does not overlap with the motor 58. The first end 64 is disposed to the left of the motor 58. All of the first end 64 is disposed to the left of all of the motor 58.
[0610] In a plan view of the vehicle, the first end 64 does not overlap with the motor case 58c. The first end 64 is disposed to the left of the motor case 58c. All of the first end 64 is disposed to the left of all of the motor case 58c.
[0611] In a plan view of the vehicle, the second end 65 of the fuel pipe 63 does not overlap with the throttle device 51. The second end 65 is disposed forward of the throttle device 51. All of the second end 65 is disposed forward of all of the throttle device 51.
[0612] In a plan view of the vehicle, the second end 65 does not overlap with the throttle valve 52. The second end 65 is disposed forward of the throttle valve 52. All of the second end 65 is disposed forward of all of the throttle valve 52.
[0613] The second end 65 does not overlap with the throttle body 54 in a plan view of the vehicle. The second end 65 is disposed in front of the throttle body 54. All of the second end 65 is disposed in front of all of the throttle body 54.
[0614] The second end 65 does not overlap with the gearbox 55 in a plan view of the vehicle. The second end 65 is disposed in front of the gearbox 55. All of the second end 65 is disposed in front of all of the gearbox 55.
[0615] The second end 65 does not overlap with the motor 58 in a plan view of the vehicle. The second end 65 is disposed in front of the motor 58. All of the second end 65 is disposed in front of all of the motor 58.
[0616] FIG. 6 shows the fuel injection device 61 in dashed lines. The fuel injection device 61 overlaps with the throttle device 51.
[0617] Specifically, the fuel injection device 61 does not overlap with the throttle valve 52 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0618] The fuel injection device 61 may have a portion that overlaps with the throttle body 54 in a plan view of the vehicle. Alternatively, the fuel injection device 61 may not overlap with the throttle body 54 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0619] The fuel injection device 61 does not have a portion disposed rearward of all of the throttle body 54. The fuel injection device 61 does not have a portion disposed to the right of all of the throttle body 54. The fuel injection device 61 does not have a portion disposed to the left of all of the throttle body 54.
[0620] The fuel injection device 61 does not overlap with the gearbox 55 in a plan view of the vehicle. The fuel injection device 61 is disposed to the left of the gearbox 55. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed to the left of all of the gearbox 55. For example, all of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed to the left of all of the gearbox 55.
[0621] In a plan view of the vehicle, the fuel injection device 61 does not overlap with the gear cover 57. The fuel injection device 61 is disposed to the left of the gear cover 57. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed to the left of the entire gear cover 57. For example, the entire fuel injection device 61 is disposed to the left of the entire gear cover 57.
[0622] In a plan view of the vehicle, the fuel injection device 61 overlaps with the motor 58. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 overlaps with the motor 58 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0623] In a plan view of the vehicle, the fuel injection device 61 overlaps with the motor body 58a. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 overlaps with the motor body 58a in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0624] In a plan view of the vehicle, the fuel injection device 61 overlaps with the motor case 58c. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 overlaps with the motor case 58c in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0625] The joint 67 is disposed to the left of the throttle device 51. At least a part of the joint 67 is disposed to the left of the throttle device 51. The joint 67 may have a portion that overlaps with the throttle device 51 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0626] The joint 67 is disposed to the left of the throttle valve 52. At least a part of the joint 67 is disposed to the left of the throttle valve 52. The joint 67 does not overlap with the throttle valve 52 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0627] The joint 67 is disposed in front of the throttle valve 52. The entire joint 67 is disposed in front of the entire throttle valve 52.
[0628] Joint 67 is disposed to the left of the throttle body 54. At least a part of Joint 67 is disposed to the left of the throttle body 54. Joint 67 does not overlap the throttle body 54 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0629] Joint 67 is disposed to the left of the gearbox 55. The whole of Joint 67 is disposed to the left of the whole of the gearbox 55. Joint 67 does not overlap the gearbox 55 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0630] Joint 67 is disposed to the left of the gear cover 57. The whole of Joint 67 is disposed to the left of the whole of the gear cover 57. Joint 67 does not overlap the gear cover 57 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0631] Joint 67 is disposed to the left of the motor 58. At least a part of Joint 67 is disposed to the left of the motor 58. Joint 67 may have a portion that overlaps the motor 58 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0632] For example, Joint 67 has a first part and a second part. The first part of Joint 67 overlaps the motor 58 in a plan view of the vehicle. The second part of Joint 67 does not overlap the motor 58 in a plan view of the vehicle. The second part of Joint 67 is disposed to the left of the motor 58. The second part of Joint 67 is disposed to the left of the whole of the motor 58.
[0633] Joint 67 is disposed to the left of the motor case 58c. At least a part of Joint 67 is disposed to the left of the motor case 58c. Joint 67 may have a portion that overlaps the motor case 58c in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0634] An area located to the right of the fuel injection device 61 is referred to as "right area AR". An area located to the left of the fuel injection device 61 is referred to as "left area AL".
[0635] FIG. 6 illustrates a boundary F. The boundary F is a virtual plane indicating the boundary between the right area AR and the left area AL. The boundary F passes through the fuel injection device 61. The boundary F is perpendicular to the width direction Y. The right area AR is located on the right side of the boundary F. The left area AL is located on the left side of the boundary F.
[0636] The gearbox 55 is arranged in the right area AR. At least a part of the gearbox 55 is arranged in the right area AR. For example, the whole of the gearbox 55 is arranged in the right area AR.
[0637] The gearbox 55 is arranged on the right side of the boundary F. The whole of the gearbox 55 is arranged on the right side of the boundary F.
[0638] The gear cover 57 is arranged in the right area AR. The whole of the gear cover 57 is arranged in the right area AR.
[0639] The gear cover 57 is arranged on the right side of the boundary F. The whole of the gear cover 57 is arranged on the right side of the boundary F.
[0640] The first end 64 of the fuel pipe 63 is arranged in the left area AL. At least a part of the first end 64 of the fuel pipe 63 is arranged in the left area AL. For example, the whole of the first end 64 is arranged in the left area AL.
[0641] The first end 64 is arranged on the left side of the boundary F. The whole of the first end 64 is arranged on the left side of the boundary F.
[0642] The joint 67 is arranged in the left area AL. At least a part of the joint 67 is arranged in the left area AL.
[0643] The joint 67 is arranged on the left side of the boundary F. At least a part of the joint 67 is arranged on the left side of the boundary F.
[0644] Figure 15 is a front view of the straddle-type vehicle 1. The intake pipe 41 overlaps with the storage box 25 in a front view of the vehicle. At least a part of the intake pipe 41 overlaps with the storage box 25 in a front view of the vehicle.
[0645] The first pipe 42 overlaps with the storage box 25 in a front view of the vehicle. At least a part of the first pipe 42 overlaps with the storage box 25 in a front view of the vehicle.
[0646] The second pipe 43 overlaps with the storage box 25 in a front view of the vehicle. At least a part of the second pipe 43 overlaps with the storage box 25 in a front view of the vehicle. For example, all of the second pipe 43 overlaps with the storage box 25 in a front view of the vehicle.
[0647] Figure 15 shows the air cleaner 71 in dashed lines. The air cleaner 71 overlaps with the storage box 25 in a front view of the vehicle. At least a part of the air cleaner 71 overlaps with the storage box 25 in a front view of the vehicle.
[0648] The intake pipe 41 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a front view of the vehicle. At least a part of the intake pipe 41 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a front view of the vehicle.
[0649] The first pipe 42 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a front view of the vehicle. At least a part of the first pipe 42 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a front view of the vehicle.
[0650] The second pipe 43 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a front view of the vehicle. At least a part of the second pipe 43 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a front view of the vehicle. For example, all of the second pipe 43 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a front view of the vehicle.
[0651] The throttle device 51 overlaps with the storage box 25 in a front view of the vehicle. At least a part of the throttle device 51 overlaps with the storage box 25 in a front view of the vehicle.
[0652] The throttle body 54 overlaps with the storage box 25 in the front view of the vehicle. At least a part of the throttle body 54 overlaps with the storage box 25 in the front view of the vehicle.
[0653] The throttle valve 52 is disposed within the throttle body 54. For this reason, the throttle valve 52 overlaps with the storage box 25 in the front view of the vehicle. At least a part of the throttle valve 52 overlaps with the storage box 25 in the front view of the vehicle.
[0654] The gear box 55 overlaps with the storage box 25 in the front view of the vehicle. At least a part of the gear box 55 overlaps with the storage box 25 in the front view of the vehicle.
[0655] The motor 58 overlaps with the storage box 25 in the front view of the vehicle. At least a part of the motor 58 overlaps with the storage box 25 in the front view of the vehicle.
[0656] At least a part of the throttle device 51 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in the front view of the vehicle.
[0657] At least a part of the throttle body 54 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in the front view of the vehicle.
[0658] The throttle valve 52 is disposed within the throttle body 54. For this reason, at least a part of the throttle valve 52 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in the front view of the vehicle.
[0659] At least a part of the gear box 55 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in the front view of the vehicle.
[0660] At least a part of the motor 58 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in the front view of the vehicle.
[0661] The fuel pipe 63 is disposed in the left area AL. At least a part of the fuel pipe 63 is disposed in the left area AL. For example, the whole of the fuel pipe 63 is disposed in the left area AL.
[0662] The second end 65 is disposed in the left area AL. All of the second end 65 is disposed in the left area AL.
[0663] FIG. 16 is a bottom view of the straddle-type vehicle 1. In FIG. 16, illustration of the engine 10 and the intake pipe 41 is omitted. FIG. 16 shows clearly the seat 3, the storage box 25, the air cleaner 71, the fuel injection device 61, and the fuel pipe 63. The fuel tank 69 is indicated by a broken line in FIG. 16.
[0664] The fuel injection device 61 overlaps the seat 3 in a bottom view of the vehicle. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 overlaps the seat 3 in a bottom view of the vehicle. For example, all of the fuel injection device 61 overlaps the seat 3 in a bottom view of the vehicle.
[0665] The fuel injection device 61 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed in front of all of the storage box 25. For example, all of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed in front of all of the storage box 25. The fuel injection device 61 does not overlap the storage box 25 in a bottom view of the vehicle.
[0666] The fuel injection device 61 is disposed behind the fuel tank 69. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed behind all of the fuel tank 69. For example, all of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed behind all of the fuel tank 69. The fuel injection device 61 does not overlap the fuel tank 69 in a bottom view of the vehicle.
[0667] The fuel injection device 61 overlaps the air cleaner 71 in a bottom view of the vehicle. At least a part of the fuel injection device 61 overlaps the air cleaner 71 in a bottom view of the vehicle. For example, all of the fuel injection device 61 overlaps the air cleaner 71 in a bottom view of the vehicle.
[0668] Joint 67 overlaps with seat 3 when viewed from the bottom of the vehicle. At least a part of joint 67 overlaps with seat 3 when viewed from the bottom of the vehicle. For example, all of joint 67 overlaps with seat 3 when viewed from the bottom of the vehicle.
[0669] Joint 67 is disposed in front of storage box 25. At least a part of joint 67 is disposed in front of the entire storage box 25. For example, all of joint 67 is disposed in front of the entire storage box 25. Joint 67 does not overlap with storage box 25 when viewed from the bottom of the vehicle.
[0670] Joint 67 is disposed behind fuel tank 69. At least a part of joint 67 is disposed behind the entire fuel tank 69. For example, all of joint 67 is disposed behind the entire fuel tank 69. Joint 67 does not overlap with fuel tank 69 when viewed from the bottom of the vehicle.
[0671] Joint 67 overlaps with air cleaner 71 when viewed from the bottom of the vehicle. At least a part of joint 67 overlaps with air cleaner 71 when viewed from the bottom of the vehicle. For example, all of joint 67 overlaps with air cleaner 71 when viewed from the bottom of the vehicle.
[0672] The first end 64 of fuel pipe 63 is disposed in front of storage box 25. At least a part of the first end 64 is disposed in front of the entire storage box 25. For example, all of the first end 64 is disposed in front of the entire storage box 25. The first end 64 does not overlap with storage box 25 when viewed from the bottom of the vehicle.
[0673] The first end 64 is disposed behind fuel tank 69. At least a part of the first end 64 is disposed behind the entire fuel tank 69. For example, all of the first end 64 is disposed behind the entire fuel tank 69. The first end 64 does not overlap with fuel tank 69 when viewed from the bottom of the vehicle.
[0674] The first end 64 of the fuel pipe 63 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in the view from the bottom of the vehicle. At least a part of the first end 64 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in the view from the bottom of the vehicle. For example, the entire first end 64 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in the view from the bottom of the vehicle.
[0675] The second end 65 of the fuel pipe 63 overlaps with the fuel tank 69 in the view from the bottom of the vehicle. At least a part of the second end 65 overlaps with the fuel tank 69 in the view from the bottom of the vehicle. For example, the entire second end 65 overlaps with the fuel tank 69 in the view from the bottom of the vehicle.
[0676] The fuel pipe 63 overlaps with the air cleaner 71, the seat 3, and the fuel tank 69. The entire fuel pipe 63 overlaps with at least one of the air cleaner 71, the seat 3, and the fuel tank 69.
[0677] The intake port 76 overlaps with the seat 3 in the view from the bottom of the vehicle. At least a part of the intake port 76 overlaps with the seat 3 in the view from the bottom of the vehicle. For example, the entire intake port 76 overlaps with the seat 3 in the view from the bottom of the vehicle.
[0678] The intake port 76 is arranged in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the intake port 76 is arranged in front of the entire storage box 25. For example, the entire intake port 76 is arranged in front of the entire storage box 25. The intake port 76 does not overlap with the storage box 25 in the view from the bottom of the vehicle.
[0679] The intake port 76 overlaps with the fuel tank 69 in the view from the bottom of the vehicle. The entire intake port 76 overlaps with the fuel tank 69 in the view from the bottom of the vehicle.
[0680] The intake port 76 is arranged in front of the fuel injection device 61. At least a part of the intake port 76 is arranged in front of the entire fuel injection device 61. For example, the entire intake port 76 is arranged in front of the entire fuel injection device 61. The intake port 76 does not overlap with the fuel injection device 61 in the view from the bottom of the vehicle.
[0681] The suction port 76 is disposed in front of the joint 67. At least a part of the suction port 76 is disposed in front of the whole of the joint 67. For example, the whole of the suction port 76 is disposed in front of the whole of the joint 67. The suction port 76 does not overlap the joint 67 in a bottom view of the vehicle.
[0682] The suction port 76 is disposed in front of the first end 64 of the fuel pipe 63. At least a part of the suction port 76 is disposed in front of the whole of the first end 64. For example, the whole of the suction port 76 is disposed in front of the whole of the first end 64. The suction port 76 does not overlap the first end 64 in a bottom view of the vehicle.
[0683] The suction port 76 is disposed behind the second end 65 of the fuel pipe 63. At least a part of the suction port 76 is disposed behind the whole of the second end 65. For example, the whole of the suction port 76 is disposed behind the whole of the second end 65. The suction port 76 does not overlap the second end 65 in a bottom view of the vehicle.
[0684] The fuel pipe 63 extends through a position to the left of the suction port 76, from a position behind the suction port 76 to a position in front of the suction port 76. The fuel pipe 63 does not overlap the suction port 76 in a bottom view of the vehicle.
[0685] The air cleaner 71 has a bottom 73. FIG. 16 shows the bottom 73 clearly. The bottom 73 is part of the air cleaner case 72. The bottom 73 is part of the lower portion 72b.
[0686] The air cleaner 71 forms a through hole 78. The through hole 78 is disposed in the bottom 73. The whole of the through hole 78 is disposed in the bottom 73. The through hole 78 communicates with the internal space 74. The through hole 78 communicates with the downstream space 74b.
[0687] The bottom 73 has a front portion 73a and a rear portion 73b. The rear portion 73b is disposed behind the front portion 73a. The front portion 73a is, for example, the portion of the bottom 73 located in front of the center of the air cleaner 71 in the front-rear direction X. The rear portion 73b is, for example, the portion of the bottom 73 located behind the center of the air cleaner 71 in the front-rear direction X.
[0688] FIG. 16 illustrates the boundary G. The boundary G is a virtual line indicating the boundary between the front portion 73a and the rear portion 73b. The boundary G passes through the center of the air cleaner 71 in the front-rear direction X. The boundary G extends, for example, in the width direction Y. The front portion 73a is located in front of the boundary G. The rear portion 73b is located behind the boundary G.
[0689] The through hole 78 is disposed in the rear portion 73b. All of the through hole 78 is disposed in the rear portion 73b.
[0690] The through hole 78 is disposed behind the boundary G. All of the through hole 78 is disposed behind the boundary G.
[0691] The through hole 78 overlaps with the seat 3 in a view from the bottom of the vehicle. All of the through hole 78 overlaps with the seat 3 in a view from the bottom of the vehicle.
[0692] The through hole 78 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. At least a part of the through hole 78 is disposed in front of all of the storage box 25. The through hole 78 may have a portion that overlaps with the storage box 25 in a view from the bottom of the vehicle. The through hole 78 does not have a portion disposed behind all of the storage box 25.
[0693] The through hole 78 is disposed behind the fuel tank 69. At least a part of the through hole 78 is disposed behind all of the fuel tank 69. For example, all of the through hole 78 is disposed behind all of the fuel tank 69. The through hole 78 does not overlap with the fuel tank 69 in a view from the bottom of the vehicle.
[0694] The through-hole 78 is disposed rearward of the fuel injection device 61. At least a part of the through-hole 78 is disposed rearward of the entire fuel injection device 61. The through-hole 78 may have a portion overlapping the fuel injection device 61 in a view from the bottom of the vehicle.
[0695] The through-hole 78 is disposed rearward of the joint 67. At least a part of the through-hole 78 is disposed rearward of the entire joint 67. For example, the entire through-hole 78 is disposed rearward of the entire joint 67. The through-hole 78 does not overlap the joint 67 in a view from the bottom of the vehicle.
[0696] The through-hole 78 is disposed rearward of the fuel pipe 63. At least a part of the through-hole 78 is disposed rearward of the entire fuel pipe 63. For example, the entire through-hole 78 is disposed rearward of the entire fuel pipe 63. The through-hole 78 does not overlap the first end 64 in a view from the bottom of the vehicle.
[0697] The through-hole 78 is disposed rearward of the first end 64 of the fuel pipe 63. At least a part of the through-hole 78 is disposed rearward of the entire first end 64. For example, the entire through-hole 78 is disposed rearward of the entire first end 64. The through-hole 78 does not overlap the first end 64 in a view from the bottom of the vehicle.
[0698] The through-hole 78 is disposed to the right of the first end 64. At least a part of the through-hole 78 is disposed to the right of the entire first end 64. For example, the entire through-hole 78 is disposed to the right of the entire first end 64.
[0699] The through-hole 78 is disposed rearward of the second end 65 of the fuel pipe 63. At least a part of the through-hole 78 is disposed rearward of the entire second end 65. For example, the entire through-hole 78 is disposed rearward of the entire second end 65. The through-hole 78 does not overlap the second end 65 in a view from the bottom of the vehicle.
[0700] The through hole 78 is disposed behind the suction port 76. At least a part of the through hole 78 is disposed behind all of the suction port 76. For example, all of the through hole 78 is disposed behind all of the suction port 76. The through hole 78 does not overlap with the suction port 76 in a view from the bottom of the vehicle.
[0701] FIG. 16 omits the illustration of the second pipe 43, but the second pipe 43 is inserted into the through hole 78. For this reason, the second pipe 43 penetrates the bottom portion 73. The second pipe 43 penetrates the rear portion 73b of the bottom portion 73.
[0702] FIG. 17 is a front view of the air cleaner 71 and the fuel tank 69. FIG. 17 shows the fuel tank 69 by a dashed line. The air cleaner 71 overlaps with the fuel tank 69 in a view from the front of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner 71 overlaps with the fuel tank 69 in a view from the front of the vehicle.
[0703] The air cleaner case 72 overlaps with the fuel tank 69 in a view from the front of the vehicle. A part of the air cleaner case 72 overlaps with the fuel tank 69 in a view from the front of the vehicle.
[0704] The upper portion 72a overlaps with the fuel tank 69 in a view from the front of the vehicle. A part of the upper portion 72a overlaps with the fuel tank 69 in a view from the front of the vehicle.
[0705] The lower portion 72b overlaps with the fuel tank 69 in a view from the front of the vehicle. A part of the lower portion 72b overlaps with the fuel tank 69 in a view from the front of the vehicle.
[0706] The suction port 76 overlaps with the fuel tank 69 in a view from the front of the vehicle. At least a part of the suction port 76 overlaps with the fuel tank 69 in a view from the front of the vehicle. For example, all of the suction port 76 overlaps with the fuel tank 69 in a view from the front of the vehicle.
[0707] 10. Effects of the Embodiment The straddle-type vehicle 1 includes an engine 10, an intake pipe 41, a throttle valve 52, a gearbox 55, a motor 58, a fuel injection device 61, and a fuel pipe 63. The intake pipe 41 is connected to the engine 10. The throttle valve 52 is provided in the intake pipe 41. The gearbox 55 is connected to the throttle valve 52. The motor 58 is connected to the gearbox 55. The motor 58 drives the throttle valve 52 via the gearbox 55. The fuel injection device 61 is attached to the downstream portion of the intake pipe 41. Specifically, the fuel injection device 61 is attached to a portion of the intake pipe 41 from the throttle valve 52 to the engine 10. The fuel pipe 63 has a first end 64. The first end 64 is connected to the fuel injection device 61.
[0708] The gearbox 55 overlaps with the first end 64 in a side view of the vehicle. As described above, the gearbox 55 is connected to the throttle valve 52. The first end 64 is connected to the fuel injection device 61. Therefore, it is easy to arrange the throttle valve 52 at a position close to the fuel injection device 61. In other words, it is easy to shorten the portion of the intake pipe 41 from the throttle valve 52 to the fuel injection device 61. The portion of the intake pipe 41 from the throttle valve 52 to the fuel injection device 61 is included in the downstream portion. Therefore, it is easy to shorten the downstream portion.
[0709] The right area AR is an area located to the right of the fuel injection device 61. The left area AL is an area located to the left of the fuel injection device 61. The gearbox 55 is arranged in one of the right area AR and the left area AL. The first end 64 is arranged in the other of the right area AR and the left area AL. Specifically, the gearbox 55 is arranged in the right area AR. The first end 64 is arranged in the left area AL. Therefore, the gearbox 55 and the first end 64 do not interfere with each other. Therefore, it is easy to prevent interference between the gearbox 55 and the fuel pipe 63.
[0710] In summary, it is easy for the straddle-type vehicle 1 to shorten the downstream portion of the intake pipe 41. Furthermore, it is easy for the straddle-type vehicle 1 to prevent interference between the gearbox 55 and the fuel pipe 63.
[0711] As described above, in the straddle-type vehicle 1, the downstream portion of the intake pipe 41 is short. Therefore, the downstream portion has a small volume. More specifically, the downstream portion has an air flow path with a small volume. Thus, for example, it is easy to quickly change the intake air amount of the engine 10 by the throttle valve 52. It is easy to reduce the time delay between the change in the opening degree of the throttle valve 52 and the change in the intake air amount of the engine 10.
[0712] In the straddle-type vehicle 1, the downstream portion of the intake pipe 41 is short. Therefore, the downstream portion has a small volume. Thus, for example, it is difficult for gas to return from the engine 10 to the downstream portion. It is difficult for unburned gas or exhaust gas to flow backward from the combustion chamber to the downstream portion. Therefore, it is difficult for the fuel consumption of the engine 10 to decrease. Furthermore, it is easy to purify the exhaust gas of the engine 10.
[0713] All of the fuel pipes 63 are arranged in the left area AL. Therefore, it is even easier to prevent interference between the gearbox 55 and the fuel pipes 63.
[0714] All of the gearbox 55 is arranged in the right area AR. Therefore, it is even easier to prevent interference between the gearbox 55 and the fuel pipes 63.
[0715] The gearbox 55 overlaps the fuel injection device 61 in a side view of the vehicle. Therefore, it is even easier to arrange the throttle valve 52 at a position close to the fuel injection device 61. Thus, it is even easier to shorten the downstream portion of the intake pipe 41.
[0716] The intake pipe 41 extends upward from the engine 10. The fuel injection device 61 is arranged above the engine 10. The throttle valve 52 is arranged above the fuel injection device 61. Therefore, it is easy to attach the fuel injection device 61 to the downstream portion of the intake pipe 41.
[0717] The throttle valve 52 is arranged at the same height position as the gear box 55. Therefore, it is easier to arrange the throttle valve 52 at a position close to the fuel injection device 61.
[0718] The fuel injection device 61 extends forward and upward from the intake pipe 41. The gear box 55 extends forward from the throttle valve 52. Therefore, it is easy for the gear box 55 to overlap with the first end 64 in the side view of the vehicle.
[0719] The first end 64 of the fuel pipe 63 extends forward from the fuel injection device 61. It is even easier for the gear box 55 to overlap with the first end 64 in the side view of the vehicle.
[0720] The intake pipe 41 includes a throttle body 54. The throttle body 54 houses the throttle valve 52. Therefore, it is easy to provide the throttle valve 52 in the intake pipe 41. The intake pipe 41 includes a first pipe 42. The first pipe 42 extends from the engine 10 to the throttle body 54. Therefore, the first pipe 42 is included in the downstream portion. The fuel injection device 61 is attached to the first pipe 42. Therefore, it is easy to attach the fuel injection device 61 to the downstream portion.
[0721] The first pipe 42 extends upward and rearward from the engine 10. Therefore, it is easy to lower the height position of the throttle body 54. In other words, it is easy to reduce the distance in the vertical direction Z between the engine 10 and the throttle body 54.
[0722] The first pipe 42 extends upward and rearward from the engine 10. Therefore, it is easy for the fuel injection device 61 to extend forward and upward from the first pipe 42.
[0723] The throttle body 54 extends upward from the first pipe 42. Therefore, it is even easier for the gear box 55 to overlap with the first end 64 in the side view of the vehicle.
[0724] The throttle body 54 extends upward from the first pipe 42. Therefore, it is easy for the gearbox 55 to extend forward from the throttle valve 52.
[0725] The engine 10 has an intake passage 17 connected to the first pipe 42. The first pipe 42 extends upward and rearward from the intake passage 17. The intake passage 17 extends downward and rearward from the first pipe 42. Therefore, air smoothly flows from the first pipe 42 into the intake passage 17.
[0726] The motor 58 is disposed in front of the throttle valve 52. Therefore, it is easy to dispose the motor 58 at a position close to the throttle valve 52. Thus, it is easy for the motor 58 to drive the throttle valve 52.
[0727] The motor 58 is disposed above the engine 10. Therefore, the motor 58 and the engine 10 do not interfere with each other.
[0728] The motor 58 is disposed above the first end 64 of the fuel pipe 63. Therefore, the motor 58 and the first end 64 do not interfere with each other.
[0729] The motor 58 is disposed above the fuel injection device 61. Therefore, the motor 58 and the fuel injection device 61 do not interfere with each other.
[0730] The motor 58 overlaps the fuel injection device 61 in a plan view of the vehicle. Therefore, it is easy to dispose the motor 58 at a position close to the fuel injection device 61. As described above, the motor 58 is connected to the gearbox 55. The fuel injection device 61 is connected to the first end 64. Therefore, it is easy to dispose the gearbox 55 at a position close to the first end 64. Thus, it is easy for the gearbox 55 to overlap the first end 64 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0731] The straddle-type vehicle 1 includes a seat 3 and a storage box 25. The storage box 25 is disposed below the seat 3. The intake pipe 41 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. Therefore, the intake pipe 41 and the storage box 25 do not interfere with each other.
[0732] The fuel injection device 61 extends forward and upward from the intake pipe 41. The intake pipe 41 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. Therefore, the fuel injection device 61 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. Thus, the fuel injection device 61 and the storage box 25 do not interfere with each other.
[0733] The gear box 55 extends forward from the throttle valve 52. The throttle valve 52 is provided in the intake pipe 41. The intake pipe 41 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. Therefore, the gear box 55 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. Thus, the gear box 55 and the storage box 25 do not interfere with each other.
[0734] The motor 58 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. Therefore, the motor 58 and the storage box 25 do not interfere with each other.
[0735] The motor 58 is disposed in front of the throttle valve 52. The throttle valve 52 is provided in the intake pipe 41. The intake pipe 41 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. Therefore, the motor 58 is disposed in front of the storage box 25. Thus, the motor 58 and the storage box 25 do not interfere with each other.
[0736] The intake pipe 41 is disposed below the seat 3. Therefore, the intake pipe 41 and the seat 3 do not interfere with each other.
[0737] The motor 58 is disposed below the seat 3. Therefore, the motor 58 and the seat 3 do not interfere with each other.
[0738] The straddle-type vehicle 1 is provided with an air cleaner 71. The air cleaner 71 is connected to an intake pipe 41. The motor 58 is disposed below the air cleaner 71. Therefore, the motor 58 and the air cleaner 71 do not interfere with each other.
[0739] The straddle-type vehicle 1 includes a vehicle body frame 30, an engine 10, an intake pipe 41, an air cleaner 71, a seat 3, and a storage box 25. The engine 10 is fixed to the vehicle body frame 30. The air cleaner 71 is connected to the intake pipe 41. The seat 3 is disposed above the engine 10. The storage box 25 is disposed below the seat 3. The engine 10 has a cylinder head 14. The cylinder head 14 is connected to the intake pipe 41.
[0740] At least a part of the cylinder head 14 overlaps with the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. The air cleaner 71 is disposed above the cylinder head 14, below the seat 3, and in front of the storage box 25. Here, the cylinder head 14 is relatively small. Therefore, the space above the cylinder head 14, below the seat 3, and in front of the storage box 25 is relatively large. Thus, it is easy to appropriately install the air cleaner 71. For example, it is easy to increase the size of the air cleaner 71.
[0741] As described above, the straddle-type vehicle 1 allows for appropriate installation of the air cleaner 71.
[0742] All of the cylinder head 14 overlaps with the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. Therefore, the space above the cylinder head 14, below the seat 3, and in front of the storage box 25 is even larger. Thus, it is even easier to appropriately install the air cleaner 71.
[0743] All of the engine 10 is disposed behind the front end 3a of the seat 3. Therefore, the space above the cylinder head 14, below the seat 3, and in front of the storage box 25 is even larger. Thus, it is even easier to appropriately install the air cleaner 71.
[0744] The air cleaner 71 overlaps at least a part of the cylinder head 14 in a plan view of the vehicle. Therefore, it is easy to arrange the air cleaner 71 above the cylinder head 14.
[0745] The air cleaner 71 has a portion located forward of the entire cylinder head 14. Thus, it is even easier to appropriately install the air cleaner 71.
[0746] The entire air cleaner 71 overlaps the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. Therefore, it is easy to arrange the air cleaner 71 below the seat 3.
[0747] At least a part of the air cleaner 71 overlaps the storage box 25 in a front view of the vehicle. Therefore, it is easy to arrange the air cleaner 71 in front of the storage box 25.
[0748] The air cleaner 71 has a portion located forward of the entire engine 10. Thus, it is even easier to appropriately install the air cleaner 71.
[0749] The air cleaner 71 has a portion located forward of the entire intake pipe 41. Thus, it is even easier to appropriately install the air cleaner 71.
[0750] The intake pipe 41 extends upward from the cylinder head 14. As described above, the air cleaner 71 is arranged above the cylinder head 14. Therefore, it is easy to connect the intake pipe 41 to the air cleaner 71.
[0751] The intake pipe 41 is arranged above the cylinder head 14, below the air cleaner 71, and in front of the storage box 25. Therefore, it is easy to connect the intake pipe 41 to the cylinder head 14. It is easy to connect the intake pipe 41 to the air cleaner 71.
[0752] At least a part of the intake pipe 41 overlaps with the cylinder head 14 in a plan view of the vehicle. Therefore, it is easy to arrange the intake pipe 41 above the cylinder head 14. Thus, it is even easier to connect the intake pipe 41 to the cylinder head 14.
[0753] At least a part of the intake pipe 41 overlaps with the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle. Therefore, it is easy to arrange the intake pipe 41 below the air cleaner 71. Thus, it is even easier to connect the intake pipe 41 to the air cleaner 71.
[0754] At least a part of the intake pipe 41 overlaps with the storage box 25 in a front view of the vehicle. Therefore, it is easy to arrange the intake pipe 41 in front of the storage box 25.
[0755] The intake pipe 41 is arranged below the seat 3. Therefore, it is easy to connect the intake pipe 41 to the air cleaner 71.
[0756] At least a part of the intake pipe 41 overlaps with the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. Therefore, it is easy to arrange the intake pipe 41 below the seat 3. Thus, it is even easier to connect the intake pipe 41 to the air cleaner 71.
[0757] The intake pipe 41 includes a throttle body 54 and a first pipe 42. The first pipe 42 extends from the engine 10 to the throttle body 54. Therefore, it is easy to connect the intake pipe 41 to the cylinder head 14.
[0758] The throttle body 54 is arranged above the cylinder head 14. The throttle body 54 overlaps with the cylinder head 14 in a plan view of the vehicle. Therefore, it is easy for the first pipe 42 to extend from the cylinder head 14 to the throttle body 54.
[0759] The intake pipe 41 includes a second pipe 43. The second pipe 43 extends from the throttle body 54 to the air cleaner 71. Therefore, it is easy to connect the intake pipe 41 to the air cleaner 71.
[0760] The throttle body 54 is disposed below the air cleaner 71. The throttle body 54 overlaps the air cleaner 71 in a plan view of the vehicle. Therefore, it is easy for the second pipe 43 to extend from the throttle body 54 to the air cleaner 71.
[0761] The second pipe 43 penetrates the bottom 73 of the air cleaner 71. The second pipe 43 includes an outer portion 44 and an inner portion 45. The outer portion 44 is the portion of the second pipe 43 located outside the air cleaner 71. The inner portion 45 is the portion of the second pipe 43 located inside the air cleaner 71. The inner portion 45 is longer than the outer portion 44. Therefore, the second pipe 43 is not overly short. In other words, it is easy for the second pipe 43 to have an appropriate length. On the other hand, the outer portion 44 is shorter than the inner portion 45. Therefore, the air cleaner 71 is disposed at a position close to the throttle body 54. Thus, it is easy to miniaturize the entire throttle body 54, the second pipe 43, and the air cleaner 71. For example, it is easy to reduce the overall length of the throttle body 54, the second pipe 43, and the air cleaner 71 in the vertical direction Z. In summary, while the second pipe 43 has an appropriate length, the entire throttle body 54, the second pipe 43, and the air cleaner 71 are compact.
[0762] It is easy for the second pipe 43 to have an appropriate length. Therefore, for example, it is easy to improve the output of the engine 10. It is easy to improve the torque characteristics of the engine 10.
[0763] The inner portion 45 curves forward inside the air cleaner 71. Therefore, it is easy to make the inner portion 45 longer than the outer portion 44.
[0764] The second pipe 43 penetrates the rear portion 73b of the bottom 73 of the air cleaner 71. Therefore, it is easy to curve the inner portion 45 forward within the air cleaner 71. Thus, it is even easier to make the inner portion 45 longer than the outer portion 44.
[0765] The first pipe 42 extends upward and rearward from the cylinder head 14. Therefore, the first pipe 42 shifts the throttle body 54 and the outer portion 44 rearward. For example, the throttle body 54 and the outer portion 44 are disposed rearward of the first end 41a of the intake pipe 41. Further, the throttle body 54 extends upward from the first pipe 42. The outer portion 44 extends upward from the throttle body 54. Therefore, it is easy for the second pipe 43 to penetrate the rear portion 73b of the bottom 73 of the air cleaner 71.
[0766] The air cleaner 71 has an air inlet 76 for taking in air. The air inlet 76 is disposed forward of the cylinder head 14. Therefore, it is difficult for the air warmed by the engine 10 to reach the air inlet 76. Thus, it is difficult for the air inlet 76 to take in the air warmed by the engine 10. As a result, the temperature of the air taken in by the air inlet 76 is relatively low. In other words, the temperature of the air introduced into the air cleaner 71 by the air inlet 76 is relatively low.
[0767] The air inlet 76 is disposed at the front portion of the air cleaner 71. Therefore, it is easy to dispose the air inlet 76 forward of the cylinder head 14.
[0768] The air inlet 76 takes in the air in front of the air cleaner 71. Here, it is difficult for the air warmed by the engine 10 to reach the area in front of the air cleaner 71. Thus, it is difficult for the air inlet 76 to take in the air warmed by the engine 10. As a result, it is easy for the air inlet 76 to take in air at a relatively low temperature. In other words, it is easy for the air inlet 76 to introduce air at a relatively low temperature into the air cleaner 71.
[0769] The straddle-type vehicle 1 is equipped with a fuel tank 69. The fuel tank 69 is arranged in front of the air cleaner 71. The intake port 76 overlaps with the fuel tank 69 when viewed from the front of the vehicle. Therefore, the fuel tank 69 prevents water, dust, or dirt from entering the intake port 76. Thus, it is easy for the intake port 76 to take in clean air. Even if the structure of the intake port 76 is simple, it is easy for the intake port 76 to take in clean air.
[0770] The engine 10 is classified as a single-cylinder engine. Therefore, it is easy to simplify the configuration of the intake pipe 41.
[0771] The engine 10 is equipped with a crankcase 11. The crankcase 11 is provided behind the cylinder head 14. Therefore, the cylinder head 14 is arranged at substantially the same height position as the crankcase 11. Thus, the cylinder head 14 is arranged at a relatively low position. Therefore, the space above the cylinder head 14, below the seat 3, and in front of the storage box 25 is larger. Thus, it is even easier to appropriately install the air cleaner 71.
[0772] The cylinder head 14 is smaller than the crankcase 11. Therefore, the space above the cylinder head 14, below the seat 3, and in front of the storage box 25 is larger. Thus, it is even easier to appropriately install the air cleaner 71.
[0773] The engine 10 is equipped with a cylinder block 13. The cylinder block 13 forms a cylinder bore 16. The cylinder block 13 is provided behind the cylinder head 14. Therefore, the cylinder head 14 is arranged at substantially the same height position as the cylinder block 13. Thus, the cylinder head 14 is arranged at a relatively low position. Therefore, the space above the cylinder head 14, below the seat 3, and in front of the storage box 25 is larger. Thus, it is even easier to appropriately install the air cleaner 71.
[0774] 11. Modified Embodiment The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments and can be implemented with modifications as follows.
[0775] (1) In the embodiment, the gearbox 55 is arranged in the right area AR, and the first end 64 of the fuel pipe 63 is arranged in the left area AL. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the gearbox 55 may be arranged in the left area AL, and the first end 64 of the fuel pipe 63 may be arranged in the right area AR.
[0776] (2) In the embodiment, the entire gearbox 55 is arranged in the right area AR. However, it is not limited to this. For example, at least a part of the gearbox 55 may be arranged in the left area AL.
[0777] (3) In the embodiment, the entire first end 64 of the fuel pipe 63 is arranged in the left area AL. However, it is not limited to this. For example, at least a part of the first end 64 of the fuel pipe 63 may be arranged in the right area AR.
[0778] (4) In the embodiment, the entire fuel pipe 63 is arranged in the left area AL. However, it is not limited to this. For example, at least a part of the fuel pipe 63 may be arranged in the right area AR.
[0779] (5) In the embodiment, the downstream portion of the intake pipe 41 is constituted by the first pipe 42 and the throttle body 54. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the downstream portion of the intake pipe 41 may further include members other than the first pipe 42 and the throttle body 54. For example, the intake pipe 41 may be constituted by only the first pipe 42. Alternatively, the intake pipe 41 may be constituted by only the throttle body 54.
[0780] (6) In the embodiment, the intake pipe 41 overlaps the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle. However, it is not limited to this. For example, in a side view of the vehicle, the intake pipe 41 may not overlap the seat 3. For example, the entire intake pipe 41 may be arranged below the entire seat 3.
[0781] (7) In the embodiment, the second pipe 43 overlapped with the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle. However, it is not limited thereto. For example, the second pipe 43 may not overlap with the seat 3 in a side view of the vehicle. For example, all of the second pipe 43 may be disposed below all of the seat 3.
[0782] (8) In the embodiment, the intake pipe 41 had a portion located in front of the front end 25a of the storage box 25 and a portion located behind the front end 25a. However, it is not limited thereto. For example, all of the intake pipe 41 may be disposed in front of the front end 25a. For example, all of the intake pipe 41 may be disposed in front of all of the storage box 25.
[0783] (9) In the embodiment, the first end 41a had a portion located in front of the front end 25a of the storage box 25 and a portion located behind the front end 25a. However, it is not limited thereto. For example, all of the first end 41a may be disposed in front of the front end 25a. For example, all of the first end 41a may be disposed in front of all of the storage box 25.
[0784] (10) In the embodiment, the first pipe 42 had a portion located in front of the front end 25a of the storage box 25 and a portion located behind the front end 25a. However, it is not limited thereto. For example, all of the first pipe 42 may be disposed in front of the front end 25a. For example, all of the first pipe 42 may be disposed in front of all of the storage box 25.
[0785] (11) In the embodiment, the throttle body 54 had a portion located in front of the front end 25a of the storage box 25 and a portion located behind the front end 25a. However, it is not limited thereto. For example, all of the throttle body 54 may be disposed in front of the front end 25a. For example, all of the throttle body 54 may be disposed in front of all of the storage box 25.
[0786] (12) In the embodiment, the second pipe 43 has a portion located in front of the front end 25a of the storage box 25 and a portion located behind the front end 25a. However, it is not limited to this. For example, all of the second pipe 43 may be arranged in front of the front end 25a. For example, all of the second pipe 43 may be arranged in front of all of the storage box 25.
[0787] (13) In the embodiment, the throttle device 51 has a portion located in front of the front end 25a of the storage box 25 and a portion located behind the front end 25a. However, it is not limited to this. For example, all of the throttle device 51 may be arranged in front of the front end 25a. For example, all of the throttle device 51 may be arranged in front of all of the storage box 25.
[0788] (14) In the embodiment, the throttle valve 52 has a portion located in front of the front end 25a of the storage box 25 and a portion located behind the front end 25a. However, it is not limited to this. For example, all of the throttle valve 52 may be arranged in front of the front end 25a. For example, all of the throttle valve 52 may be arranged in front of all of the storage box 25.
[0789] (15) In the embodiment, the gear box 55 has a portion located in front of the front end 25a of the storage box 25 and a portion located behind the front end 25a. However, it is not limited to this. For example, all of the gear box 55 may be arranged in front of the front end 25a. For example, all of the gear box 55 may be arranged in front of all of the storage box 25.
[0790] (16) In the embodiment, at least a part of the intake pipe 41 is disposed below all of the air cleaner 71. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the air cleaner 71 may have a portion located below all of the intake pipe 41. For example, the air cleaner 71 may extend from a position above all of the intake pipe 41 to a position below all of the intake pipe 41. For example, all of the intake pipe 41 may be disposed above the lower end of the air cleaner 71.
[0791] (17) In the embodiment, at least a part of the first pipe 42 is disposed below all of the air cleaner 71. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the air cleaner 71 may have a portion located below all of the first pipe 42. For example, the air cleaner 71 may extend from a position above all of the first pipe 42 to a position below all of the first pipe 42. For example, all of the first pipe 42 may be disposed above the lower end of the air cleaner 71.
[0792] (18) In the embodiment, at least a part of the throttle body 54 is disposed below the air cleaner 71. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the air cleaner 71 may have a portion located below all of the throttle body 54. For example, the air cleaner 71 may extend from a position above all of the throttle body 54 to a position below all of the throttle body 54. For example, all of the throttle body 54 may be disposed above the lower end of the air cleaner 71.
[0793] (19) In the embodiment, at least a part of the fuel injection device 61 is disposed below all of the air cleaner 71. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the air cleaner 71 may have a portion located below all of the fuel injection device 61. For example, the air cleaner 71 may extend from a position above all of the fuel injection device 61 to a position below all of the fuel injection device 61. For example, all of the fuel injection device 61 may be disposed above the lower end of the air cleaner 71.
[0794] (20) In the embodiment, the fuel injection device 61 was attached to the first pipe 42. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the fuel injection device 61 may be attached to the throttle body 54.
[0795] (21) In the embodiment, the first end 64 of the fuel pipe 63 was connected to the fuel injection device 61 via the joint 67. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the first end 64 may be connected to the fuel injection device 61 without passing through the joint 67. For example, the first end 64 may be directly connected to the fuel injection device 61.
[0796] (22) In the embodiment, the fuel injection device 61 did not overlap with the gearbox 55 in a side view of the vehicle. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the fuel injection device 61 may overlap with the gearbox 55 in a side view of the vehicle. For example, at least a part of the fuel injection device 61 may overlap with the gearbox 55 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0797] (23) In the embodiment, the fuel injection device 61 did not overlap with the gear cover 57 in a side view of the vehicle. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the fuel injection device 61 may overlap with the gear cover 57 in a side view of the vehicle. For example, at least a part of the fuel injection device 61 may overlap with the gear cover 57 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0798] (24) In the embodiment, the first end 64 of the fuel pipe 63 did not overlap with the throttle device 51 in a plan view of the vehicle. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the first end 64 may overlap with the throttle device 51 in a side view of the vehicle. For example, at least a part of the first end 64 may overlap with the motor 58 in a side view of the vehicle. For example, the first end 64 may overlap with the motor 58 in a side view of the vehicle.
[0799] (25) In the embodiment, all of the air cleaner 71 overlapped with the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the air cleaner 71 may have a first part and a second part. The first part of the air cleaner 71 overlaps with the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. The second part of the air cleaner 71 does not overlap with the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. The second part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed, for example, in front of the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. The second part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed, for example, on the right side of the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle. The second part of the air cleaner 71 is disposed, for example, on the left side of the seat 3 in a plan view of the vehicle.
[0800] (26) In the embodiment, all of the air cleaner 71 was disposed behind the front end 3a of the seat 3. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the air cleaner 71 may include a part disposed in front of the front end 3a of the seat 3 in addition to the part disposed behind the front end 3a of the seat 3.
[0801] (27) In the embodiment, the air cleaner 71 overlapped with the storage box 25 in a side view of the vehicle. However, it is not limited to this. The air cleaner 71 may not overlap with the storage box 25 in a side view of the vehicle. All of the air cleaner 71 is disposed in front of all of the storage box 25.
[0802] (28) In the embodiment, all of the air cleaner 71 was disposed above the lower end 25b. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the air cleaner 71 may include a part disposed below the lower end 25b in addition to the part disposed above the lower end 25b.
[0803] (29) In the embodiment, the storage box 25 overlapped with the cylinder head 14 in a plan view of the vehicle. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the storage box 25 may not overlap with the cylinder head 14 in a plan view of the vehicle. The storage box 25 may be disposed behind the cylinder head 14. All of the storage box 25 may be disposed behind all of the cylinder head 14.
[0804] (30) In the embodiment, the storage box 25 overlapped with the intake connection port 17a in the plan view of the vehicle. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the storage box 25 may not overlap with the intake connection port 17a in the plan view of the vehicle. The storage box 25 may be arranged behind the intake connection port 17a. All of the storage box 25 may be arranged behind all of the intake connection port 17a.
[0805] (31) In the embodiment, all of the cylinder unit 12 was arranged below the upper end 11a of the crankcase 11. However, it is not limited to this. The cylinder unit 12 may have a portion arranged above the upper end 11a.
[0806] (32) In the embodiment, all of the cylinder head 14 was arranged below the upper end 11a. However, it is not limited to this. The cylinder head 14 may have a portion arranged above the upper end 11a.
[0807] (33) In the embodiment, all of the upper surface of the cylinder head 14 was arranged below the upper end 11a. However, it is not limited to this. The upper surface of the cylinder head 14 may have a portion arranged above the upper end 11a.
[0808] (34) In the embodiment, the seat 3 was not supported by the storage box 25. The seat 3 was supported by the vehicle body frame 30 without passing through the storage box 25. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the seat 3 may be supported by the storage box 25. The seat 3 may be supported by the vehicle body frame 30 via the storage box 25.
[0809] (35) In the embodiment, the vehicle body frame 30 includes a head pipe 31, a main frame 32, a rear frame 33, and a back stay 34. However, it is not limited thereto. For example, the vehicle body frame 30 may further include a down frame (not shown). The down frame is connected to the head pipe 31. The down frame extends downward and rearward from the head pipe 31. The down frame is disposed below the main frame 32. For example, the vehicle body frame 30 may further include a reinforcing member (not shown). The reinforcing member is connected to at least any one of the head pipe 31, the main frame 32, the rear frame 33, the back stay 34, and the down frame.
[0810] (36) In the embodiment, the number of front wheels 7 is one. However, it is not limited thereto. The number of front wheels 7 may be two. In the embodiment, the number of rear wheels 22 is one. It is not limited thereto. The number of rear wheels 22 may be two.
[0811] (37) In the embodiment, a scooter-type vehicle as the straddle-type vehicle 1 is exemplified. However, it is not limited thereto. For example, the straddle-type vehicle 1 may be changed to other types of vehicles such as a street type, a sports type, an off-road type, and an all-terrain vehicle.
[0812] (38) For the embodiment and each modified embodiment described in the above (1) to (37), each configuration may be appropriately changed by replacing or combining each configuration with the configuration of other modified embodiments.
Description of Reference Numerals
[0813] 1: Straddle-type vehicle 3: Seat 5: Concave space 7: Front wheel 10: Engine 11: Crankcase 11a: Upper end of the crankcase 12: Cylinder unit 13: Cylinder body 14: Cylinder head 15: Head cover C: Cylinder axis 16: Cylinder bore 17: Intake passage 17a: Intake connection port 18: Intake valve 22: Rear wheel 25: Storage box 30: Vehicle frame 41: Intake pipe 41a: First end of the intake pipe 41b: Second end of the intake pipe 42: First pipe 43: Second pipe 44: Outer part 45: Inner part 51: Throttle device 52: Throttle valve 53: Valve shaft 54: Throttle body 55: Gearbox 56: Gear mechanism 57: Gear cover 58: Motor 58a: Motor body 58b: Output shaft 58c: Motor case 61: Fuel injection device 63: Fuel pipe 64: First end of the fuel pipe 65: Second end of the fuel pipe 67: Joint 69: Fuel tank 71: Air cleaner 72: Air cleaner case 72a: Upper part 72b: Lower part 73: Bottom 73a: Front part of the bottom 73b: Rear part of the bottom G: Boundary between the front part and the rear part of the bottom 74: Internal space 74a: Upstream space 74b: Downstream space 75: Filter 76: Suction port 77: Suction duct 78: Through-hole AR: Right area AL: Left area F: Boundary between the right area and the left area X: Longitudinal direction of the saddle-type vehicle Y: Width direction of the saddle-type vehicle Z: Vertical direction of the saddle-type vehicle
Claims
1. A straddle-type vehicle, comprising: an engine; an intake pipe connected to the engine; a throttle valve provided in the intake pipe; a gearbox connected to the throttle valve; a motor connected to the gearbox and driving the throttle valve via the gearbox; a fuel injection device attached to a portion of the intake pipe from the throttle valve to the engine; a fuel pipe having a first end connected to the fuel injection device; and in a side view of the straddle-type vehicle, the gearbox overlaps with the first end of the fuel pipe; the gearbox is disposed in one of a right area located on the right side of the fuel injection device and a left area located on the left side of the fuel injection device; the first end of the fuel pipe is disposed in the other of the right area and the left area Straddle-type vehicle.
2. In the straddle-type vehicle according to Claim 1, in a side view of the straddle-type vehicle, the gearbox overlaps with the fuel injection device Straddle-type vehicle.
3. In the straddle-type vehicle according to Claim 1 or 2, the intake pipe extends upward from the engine; the fuel injection device is disposed above the engine; the throttle valve is disposed above the fuel injection device Straddle-type vehicle.
4. In the straddle-type vehicle according to Claim 1 or 2, the throttle valve is disposed at the same height position as the gearbox Straddle-type vehicle.
5. In the straddle-type vehicle according to Claim 1 or 2, the fuel injection device extends forward and upward from the intake pipe; the gearbox extends forward from the throttle valve Straddle-type vehicle.
6. In the straddle-type vehicle according to Claim 1 or 2, the first end of the fuel pipe extends forward from the fuel injection device Straddle-type vehicle.
7. In the straddle-type vehicle according to Claim 1 or 2, the intake pipe includes: a throttle body that houses the throttle valve; a first pipe extending from the engine to the throttle body; and the fuel injection device is attached to the first pipe Straddle-type vehicle.
8. In the straddle-type vehicle according to Claim 7, the first pipe extends upward and rearward from the engine; the throttle body extends upward from the first pipe Straddle-type vehicle.
9. In the straddle-type vehicle according to Claim 1 or 2, the motor is disposed in front of the throttle valve Straddle-type vehicle.
10. In the saddle-riding type vehicle according to claim 1 or 2, the motor is disposed above the engine saddle-riding type vehicle.
11. In the saddle-riding type vehicle according to claim 1 or 2, the motor is disposed above the first end of the fuel pipe saddle-riding type vehicle.
12. In the saddle-riding type vehicle according to claim 1 or 2, the motor is disposed above the fuel injection device saddle-riding type vehicle.
13. In the saddle-riding type vehicle according to claim 1 or 2, the saddle-riding type vehicle includes the seat, a storage box disposed below the seat, and is provided with the intake pipe is disposed in front of the storage box saddle-riding type vehicle.
14. In the saddle-riding type vehicle according to claim 13, the motor is disposed in front of the storage box saddle-riding type vehicle.
15. In the saddle-riding type vehicle according to claim 1 or 2, the saddle-riding type vehicle further includes an air cleaner connected to the intake pipe, the motor is disposed below the air cleaner saddle-riding type vehicle.
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Saddle riding-type vehicle
WO2019186923A1