Electric saddle-type vehicle

Abstract

The present invention provides an electric saddle-type vehicle equipped with a right radiator and a left radiator positioned appropriately. [Solution] In the electric saddle-type vehicle 1, the main frame 5 extends rearward from the head pipe 4. The down frame 6 extends downward from the head pipe 4. The down frame 6 is positioned below the main frame 5 in a side view of the vehicle. The reinforcing frame 12 is connected to the main frame 5 and the down frame 6. At least a portion of the battery 41 overlaps with the main frame 5 in a side view of the vehicle. The right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the reinforcing frame 12. The left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the reinforcing frame 12. At least a portion of the right radiator 61R overlaps with the reinforcing frame 12 in a side view of the vehicle. At least a portion of the left radiator 61L overlaps with the reinforcing frame 12 in a side view of the vehicle.

Description

Technical Field

[0006]

[0001] The present invention relates to an electric saddle-riding type vehicle.

Background Art

[0002] Patent Document 1 discloses an electric saddle-riding type vehicle. The electric saddle-riding type vehicle includes a head pipe, a main frame, a down frame, and a reinforcing frame. The main frame extends rearward from the head pipe. The down frame extends downward from the head pipe. The reinforcing frame is connected to the main frame and the down frame.

[0003] The electric saddle-riding type vehicle includes a front fork and a front wheel. The front fork is supported by the head pipe. The front fork extends downward and forward. The front wheel is supported by the lower part of the front fork.

[0004] The electric saddle-riding type vehicle includes a battery, a right radiator, and a left radiator. The battery overlaps with the main frame in a side view of the electric saddle-riding type vehicle. The right radiator is disposed on the right side of the down frame. The left radiator is disposed on the left side of the down frame. The right radiator and the left radiator are each disposed in front of the reinforcing frame. The right radiator and the left radiator do not overlap with the reinforcing frame in a side view of the electric saddle-riding type vehicle.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0005]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0006] The entire right radiator is positioned in front of the entire reinforcing frame. The entire left radiator is positioned in front of the entire reinforcing frame. As a result, the right and left radiators may interfere with other parts of the electric saddle vehicle. Other parts of the electric saddle vehicle include, for example, the front forks. That is, the right and left radiators may interfere with the front forks.

[0007] The present invention has been made in view of these circumstances, and aims to provide an electric saddle-type vehicle equipped with a right radiator and a left radiator installed in appropriate positions. [Means for solving the problem]

[0008] To achieve this objective, the present invention has the following configuration. In other words, the present invention is an electric saddle-type vehicle, Head pipe and, The main frame extends rearward from the aforementioned head pipe, A down frame extending downward from the head pipe and positioned below the main frame in a side view of the electric saddle-type vehicle, The main frame and the reinforcing frame connected to the down frame, In a side view of the aforementioned electric saddle-type vehicle, the battery overlaps with at least a portion of the main frame, The right radiator is positioned to the right of the aforementioned reinforcing frame, The left radiator is located to the left of the aforementioned reinforcing frame, Equipped with, At least a portion of the right radiator overlaps with the reinforcing frame in a side view of the electric saddle-type vehicle. At least a portion of the left radiator overlaps with the reinforcing frame in a side view of the electric saddle-type vehicle. It is an electric saddle-type vehicle.

[0009] The electric saddle-type vehicle comprises a head pipe, a main frame, a down frame, and a reinforcing frame. The main frame extends rearward from the head pipe. The down frame extends downward from the head pipe. In a side view of the electric saddle-type vehicle, the down frame is located below the main frame. The reinforcing frame is connected to the main frame and the down frame. Therefore, the reinforcing frame improves the rigidity of the main frame and the down frame.

[0010] The electric saddle vehicle is equipped with a battery and a right and left radiator. At least a portion of the battery overlaps with the main frame in a side view of the electric saddle vehicle. The right radiator is positioned to the right of the reinforcing frame. The left radiator is positioned to the left of the reinforcing frame. Here, at least a portion of the right radiator overlaps with the reinforcing frame in a side view of the electric saddle vehicle. Thus, interference between the right radiator and other parts of the electric saddle vehicle is adequately prevented. Similarly, at least a portion of the left radiator overlaps with the reinforcing frame in a side view of the electric saddle vehicle. Interference between the left radiator and other parts of the electric saddle vehicle is also adequately prevented. Thus, the right and left radiators are installed in appropriate positions, respectively.

[0011] As described above, this electric saddle-type vehicle is equipped with a right radiator and a left radiator installed in appropriate positions.

[0012] In the above-mentioned electric saddle-type vehicle, The reinforcing frame has a front end, The entirety of the right radiator is positioned behind the front end of the reinforcing frame. The entirety of the left radiator is positioned behind the front end of the reinforcing frame. It is preferable. Therefore, interference between the right radiator and other parts of the electric saddle vehicle is more effectively prevented. Similarly, interference between the left radiator and other parts of the electric saddle vehicle is also more effectively prevented. Thus, the right and left radiators are each installed in more appropriate positions.

[0013] In the above-described electric saddle-riding type vehicle, in a front view of the electric saddle-riding type vehicle, the right radiator does not overlap with the reinforcing frame. In a front view of the electric saddle-riding type vehicle, the left radiator does not overlap with the reinforcing frame. This is preferable. For this reason, interference between the right radiator and the reinforcing frame is surely prevented. Similarly, interference between the left radiator and the reinforcing frame is surely prevented. Thus, the right radiator and the left radiator are each installed at more appropriate positions.

[0014] In the above-described electric saddle-riding type vehicle, all of the right radiator is disposed to the right of all of the reinforcing frame, and all of the left radiator is disposed to the left of all of the reinforcing frame. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Therefore, the right radiator does not preferably overlap with the battery in a front view of the electric saddle-riding type vehicle. Similarly, the left radiator does not preferably overlap with the battery in a front view of the electric saddle-riding type vehicle.

[0017] In the electric saddle-riding type vehicle described above, All of the right radiator is disposed in front of all of the battery, All of the left radiator is disposed in front of all of the battery which is preferable. Therefore, interference between the right radiator and the battery is surely prevented. Similarly, interference between the left radiator and the battery is surely prevented.

[0018] In the electric saddle-riding type vehicle described above, the head pipe has a lower end, the right radiator has an upper end, the left radiator has an upper end, the upper end of the right radiator is disposed above the lower end of the head pipe, the upper end of the left radiator is disposed above the lower end of the head pipe which is preferable. Therefore, the right radiator and the left radiator are each disposed at a relatively high position. Thus, the right radiator and the left radiator are each difficult to be damaged. For example, the right radiator and the left radiator are each difficult to be hit by flying stones scattered when the electric saddle-riding type vehicle travels.

[0019] In the electric saddle-riding type vehicle described above, [[ID=3 =37]] the electric saddle-riding type vehicle [[ID =39]] includes a right cover disposed on the right side of the right radiator and a left cover disposed on the left side of the left radiator, and the right radiator is supported by the right cover, the left radiator is supported by the left cover It is preferable. The right cover is positioned to the right of the right radiator. Therefore, if, for example, an electric saddle-type vehicle overturns, the right cover is the first to receive the impact from the ground. When the right cover receives an impact, it easily flexes. Here, the right radiator is supported by the right cover. Therefore, when the right cover flexes, the position of the right radiator easily changes. When the right cover flexes, for example, the position of the right radiator relative to the reinforcing frame easily changes. Thus, even when the right cover receives an impact, the right radiator does not receive the full force of the impact. Even when the right cover receives an impact, the right radiator does not absorb the entire impact. Even when an electric saddle-type vehicle overturns, it is difficult to crush the right radiator between the reinforcing frame and the ground. In other words, the right radiator is not easily damaged. As described above, the right radiator is suitably protected by the right cover. Similarly, the left cover is positioned to the left of the left radiator. The left radiator is supported by the left cover. Therefore, the left radiator is suitably protected by the left cover.

[0020] In the above-mentioned electric saddle-type vehicle, The entirety of the right radiator overlaps with the right cover in a side view of the electric saddle-type vehicle. The entirety of the left radiator overlaps with the left cover in a side view of the electric saddle-type vehicle. It is preferable. Therefore, the right radiator is better protected by the right cover. Similarly, the left radiator is better protected by the left cover.

[0021] In the above-mentioned electric saddle-type vehicle, The aforementioned reinforcing frame is The main frame and the right reinforcing frame connected to the down frame, The main frame and the left reinforcing frame connected to the down frame, Equipped with, The right radiator is positioned to the right of the right reinforcing frame. The left radiator is positioned to the left of the left reinforcing frame. The right radiator, in a side view of the electric saddle-type vehicle, overlaps with the right reinforcing frame. The left radiator overlaps with the left reinforcing frame in a side view of the electric saddle-type vehicle. It is preferable. The reinforcing frame comprises a right reinforcing frame and a left reinforcing frame. The right and left reinforcing frames are connected to the main frame and the down frame, respectively. Therefore, the right and left reinforcing frames improve the rigidity of the main frame and the down frame, respectively. Thus, the reinforcing frame effectively improves the rigidity of the main frame and the down frame.

[0022] The right radiator is positioned to the right of the right reinforcing frame. The left radiator is positioned to the left of the left reinforcing frame. Here, the right radiator overlaps with the right reinforcing frame in a side view of the electric saddle vehicle. Therefore, interference between the right radiator and other parts of the electric saddle vehicle is adequately prevented. Similarly, the left radiator overlaps with the left reinforcing frame in a side view of the electric saddle vehicle. Therefore, interference between the left radiator and other parts of the electric saddle vehicle is also adequately prevented. Thus, the right and left radiators are installed in appropriate positions.

[0023] In the above-mentioned electric saddle-type vehicle, The aforementioned right reinforcing frame has a front end, The left reinforcing frame has a front end, The entirety of the right radiator is positioned behind the front end of the right reinforcing frame. The entirety of the left radiator is positioned behind the front end of the left reinforcing frame. It is preferable. Therefore, interference between the right radiator and other parts of the electric saddle vehicle is more effectively prevented. Similarly, interference between the left radiator and other parts of the electric saddle vehicle is also more effectively prevented. Thus, the right and left radiators are each installed in more appropriate positions.

[0024] In the above-mentioned electric saddle-type vehicle, The aforementioned mainframe is Right main frame and, The left main frame is positioned to the left of the aforementioned right main frame, Equipped with, The aforementioned right reinforcing frame is connected to the aforementioned right main frame and the aforementioned down frame, The left reinforcing frame is connected to the left main frame and the down frame, The entirety of the right radiator is positioned to the right of the entirety of the right main frame. The entirety of the left radiator is positioned to the left of the entirety of the left main frame. It is preferable. The main frame comprises a right main frame and a left main frame. The left main frame is positioned to the left of the right main frame. The right reinforcing frame is connected to the right main frame and the down frame. Therefore, the right reinforcing frame improves the rigidity of the right main frame and the down frame. The left reinforcing frame is connected to the left main frame and the down frame. Therefore, the left reinforcing frame improves the rigidity of the left main frame and the down frame. Thus, even when the main frame comprises a right main frame and a left main frame, the reinforcing frames suitably improve the rigidity of the main frame and the down frame. Rather, when the main frame comprises a right main frame and a left main frame, the right and left reinforcing frames are extremely useful.

[0025] The entire right radiator is positioned to the right of the entire right main frame. Therefore, interference between the right radiator and the main frame is reliably prevented. Similarly, the entire left radiator is positioned to the left of the entire left main frame. Therefore, interference between the left radiator and the main frame is also reliably prevented.

[0026] In the above-mentioned electric saddle-type vehicle, The battery is positioned to the left of the right main frame and to the right of the left main frame. It is preferable. When the battery is located to the left of the right main frame and to the right of the left main frame, the distance between the right and left main frames in the width direction of the electric saddle-type vehicle is relatively large. However, even when the battery is located to the left of the right main frame and to the right of the left main frame, the main frames have adequate rigidity. This is because the right reinforcing frame is connected to the right main frame and down frame, and the left reinforcing frame is connected to the left main frame and down frame. Rather, when the battery is located to the left of the right main frame and to the right of the left main frame, the right and left reinforcing frames are very useful.

[0027] In the above-mentioned electric saddle-type vehicle, The battery is movable upward relative to the right main frame and the left main frame. It is preferable. If the battery is movable upward relative to the right and left main frames, the clearance distance between the right and left main frames in the width direction of the electric saddle vehicle becomes even greater. However, even if the battery is movable upward relative to the right and left main frames, the main frames still have adequate rigidity. This is because the right reinforcing frame is connected to the right main frame and down frame, and the left reinforcing frame is connected to the left main frame and down frame. Rather, if the battery is movable upward relative to the right and left main frames, the right and left reinforcing frames are very useful.

[0028] In the above-mentioned electric saddle-type vehicle, The aforementioned electric saddle-type vehicle is A power unit located below the aforementioned battery, Equipped with, The aforementioned right radiator is positioned above and in front of the aforementioned power unit. The left radiator is positioned above and in front of the power unit. It is preferable. Therefore, interference between the right radiator and the power unit is properly prevented. Similarly, interference between the left radiator and the power unit is also properly prevented. Thus, the right and left radiators are installed in their respective appropriate positions.

[0029] In the above-mentioned electric saddle-type vehicle, The right radiator and the left radiator, respectively, cool the power unit. It is preferable. Therefore, the power unit is properly cooled.

[0030] In the above-mentioned electric saddle-type vehicle, The aforementioned electric saddle-type vehicle is The front fork is supported by the aforementioned head pipe, The front wheel is supported by the aforementioned front fork, It is preferable to include the following. As described above, the right and left radiators overlap with the reinforcing frame in a side view of the electric saddle-type vehicle. Therefore, interference between the right radiator and the front fork is adequately prevented. Interference between the left radiator and the front fork is also adequately prevented. Thus, the right and left radiators are installed in appropriate positions. [Effects of the Invention]

[0031] This electric saddle-type vehicle is equipped with a right radiator and a left radiator, both positioned appropriately. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0032] [Figure 1] This is a left side view of an electric saddle-type vehicle according to an embodiment. [Figure 2] This is a perspective view of the vehicle frame. [Figure 3]This is a left side view of the vehicle frame, battery, power unit, and radiator. [Figure 4] This is a right-side view of the vehicle frame, battery, power unit, and radiator. [Figure 5] This is a plan view of the vehicle frame, battery, power unit, and radiator. [Figure 6] This is a front view of the vehicle frame, battery, power unit, radiator, and side cover. [Figure 7] This is a left side view of the vehicle frame, battery, power unit, left radiator, and left cover. [Figure 8] This is a right-side view of the vehicle frame, battery, power unit, right radiator, and right cover. [Figure 9] This is a plan view of the vehicle frame, battery, power unit, radiator, and side cover. [Figure 10] This is a front view illustrating the procedure for attaching and detaching the battery from the vehicle frame. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0033] The following description of the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 according to the present invention will be given with reference to the drawings.

[0034] <1. Outline configuration of the electric saddle-type vehicle 1> Figure 1 is a left side view of an electric saddle-type vehicle 1 according to an embodiment. Figure 1 shows the longitudinal direction X, width direction Y, and vertical direction Z of the electric saddle-type vehicle 1. The longitudinal direction X, width direction Y, and vertical direction Z are defined relative to the driver (also called the rider) riding in the electric saddle-type vehicle 1. The longitudinal direction X, width direction Y, and vertical direction Z are orthogonal to each other. The longitudinal direction X and width direction Y are horizontal. The vertical direction Z is vertical.

[0035] "Forward," "rearward," "upward," "downward," "right," and "left" refer to the direction in front of, behind, upward, downward, right, and left, respectively, from the perspective of the driver riding in the electric saddle-type vehicle 1. Unless otherwise specified in this specification, "forward" and "rearward" include not only directions parallel to the longitudinal direction X, but also directions close to the longitudinal direction X. Directions close to the longitudinal direction X are, for example, directions with an angle of 45 degrees or less with respect to the longitudinal 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, "upward" and "downward" include not only directions parallel to the up-down direction Z, but also directions close to the up-down direction Z. In each figure, FRONT, REAR, UP, DOWN, RIGHT, and LEFT are shown as appropriate for reference.

[0036] In this specification, each expression used to describe the arrangement shall have the following meaning. The following explanation will use the width direction Y as an example, but the same applies to the front-to-back direction X and the up-and-down direction Z.

[0037] The expression "Member Ma is positioned to the right / left of member Mb" defines the position of member Ma relative to member Mb in the width direction Y, but does not define the position of member Ma relative to member Mb in the front-rear direction X and the up-down direction Z. In this expression, member Ma may or may not overlap with member Mb in a side view of the electric saddle-type vehicle 1.

[0038] The expression "member Ma is positioned to the right / left of member Mb" without mentioning the viewing direction defines the position of member Ma relative to member Mb in the width direction Y, the position of member Ma relative to member Mb in the front-rear direction X, and the position of member Ma relative to member Mb in the up-down direction Z. This expression means that member Ma is positioned to the right / left of member Mb, and at least a portion of member Ma overlaps with at least a portion of member Mb in a side view of the electric saddle-type vehicle 1.

[0039] The statement "In a plan view of the electric saddle-type vehicle 1, member Ma is positioned to the right / left of member Mb" defines the position of member Ma relative to member Mb in the width direction Y and the longitudinal direction X, but does not define the position of member Ma relative to member Mb in the vertical direction Z. This statement means that member Ma is positioned to the right / left of member Mb, the front end of member Ma is located in front of the rear end of member Mb, and the rear end of member Ma is located behind the front end of member Mb.

[0040] The statement "In a front view of the electric saddle-type vehicle 1, member Ma is positioned to the right / left of member Mb" defines the position of member Ma relative to member Mb in the width direction Y and the vertical direction Z, but does not define the position of member Ma relative to member Mb in the longitudinal direction X. This statement means that member Ma is positioned to the right / left of member Mb, the upper end of member Ma is above the lower end of member Mb, and the lower end of member Ma is below the upper end of member Mb.

[0041] In this specification, "in a side view of the electric saddle-type vehicle 1" will be appropriately referred to as "in a side view of the vehicle." Similarly, "in a top view of the electric saddle-type vehicle 1" will be appropriately referred to as "in a top view of the vehicle." "in a bottom view of the electric saddle-type vehicle 1" will be appropriately referred to as "in a bottom view of the vehicle." "in a front view of the electric saddle-type vehicle 1" will be appropriately referred to as "in a front view of the vehicle." "in a rear view of the electric saddle-type vehicle 1" will be appropriately referred to as "in a rear view of the vehicle."

[0042] Electric saddle-type vehicles 1 are classified as, for example, off-road vehicles. Off-road vehicles are, for example, suitable for driving on rough terrain. Off-road vehicles include, for example, motocrossers and dual-purpose vehicles. Dual-purpose vehicles are also called dual-sport motorcycles.

[0043] The electric saddle-type vehicle 1 comprises a body frame 3, a front fork 21, and a front wheel 22. The front fork 21 is supported by the body frame 3. The front fork 21 is rotatable relative to the body frame 3. The front fork 21 extends forward and downward from the body frame 3. The front wheel 22 is supported by the front fork 21. The front wheel 22 is supported at the bottom of the front fork 21. The front wheel 22 is positioned in front of the body frame 3.

[0044] The electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is equipped with a front axle 23. The front axle 23 is supported at the bottom of the front fork 21. The front axle 23 extends in the width direction Y. The front wheel 22 is supported by the front axle 23. The front wheel 22 is rotatable around the front axle 23.

[0045] The electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is equipped with a handlebar 24, a number plate 25, and a front fender 26. The handlebar 24, number plate 25, and front fender 26 are each supported by the front fork 21. The handlebar 24 is supported on the upper part of the front fork 21. The number plate 25 is positioned below the handlebar 24. The number plate 25 is positioned in front of the front fork 21. The front fender 26 is positioned below the number plate 25. The front fender 26 is positioned above the front wheel 22. The front fender 26 extends in the longitudinal direction X. The front fender 26 extends from a position in front of the front fork 21 to a position behind the front fork 21.

[0046] The electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is equipped with a swing arm 31 and a rear wheel 32. The swing arm 31 is supported by the vehicle frame 3. The swing arm 31 is pivotable relative to the vehicle frame 3. The swing arm 31 extends rearward from the vehicle frame 3. The rear wheel 32 is supported by the swing arm 31. The rear wheel 32 is supported at the rear of the swing arm 31. The rear wheel 32 is positioned at the rear of the vehicle frame 3.

[0047] The electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is equipped with a rear axle 33. The rear axle 33 is supported at the rear of the swing arm 31. The rear axle 33 extends in the width direction Y. The rear wheel 32 is supported by the rear axle 33. The rear wheel 32 is rotatable around the rear axle 33.

[0048] The electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is equipped with side covers 35 and a seat 36. The side covers 35 and the seat 36 are supported by the vehicle frame 3. The side covers 35 are positioned to the side of the vehicle frame 3. In a side view of the vehicle, the side covers 35 overlap with a portion of the vehicle frame 3. The seat 36 is positioned behind the side covers 35. The seat 36 is positioned behind the handlebars 24.

[0049] The electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is equipped with a battery 41 and a power unit 51. The battery 41 and the power unit 51 are each positioned behind the front wheels 22. The battery 41 and the power unit 51 are each positioned in front of the rear wheels 32. In a side view of the vehicle, the battery 41 does not overlap with the rear wheels 32. In a side view of the vehicle, the power unit 51 does not overlap with the rear wheels 32.

[0050] The power unit 51 is positioned below the battery 41. In other words, the battery 41 is positioned above the power unit 51. The power unit 51 does not substantially overlap with the battery 41 when viewed from the side of the vehicle.

[0051] The battery 41 and the power unit 51 are supported by the vehicle frame 3. When the battery 41 and the power unit 51 are supported by the vehicle frame 3, the battery 41 and the power unit 51 are fixed to the vehicle frame 3, respectively. For example, when the battery 41 is supported by the vehicle frame 3, the battery 41 is immovable relative to the vehicle frame 3. For example, when the power unit 51 is supported by the vehicle frame 3, the power unit 51 is immovable relative to the vehicle frame 3.

[0052] The battery 41 stores electrical energy. The battery 41 supplies electrical energy to the power unit 51. The battery 41 is, for example, a rechargeable secondary battery. The battery 41 is, for example, a lithium-ion battery.

[0053] The power unit 51 converts electrical energy into mechanical energy for propelling the electric saddle-type vehicle 1. The power unit 51 comprises an inverter 53 and an electric motor 55. The inverter 53 is electrically connected to the battery 41 and the electric motor 55. The inverter 53 receives direct current from the battery 41. The inverter 53 converts the direct current into alternating current. The inverter 53 supplies the alternating current to the electric motor 55. The electric motor 55 is positioned behind the inverter 53. The electric motor 55 generates rotational power from the alternating current. The rotational power of the electric motor 55 is used to drive the rear wheels 32. That is, the electric motor 55 drives the rear wheels 32. The electric motor 55 is for propelling the electric saddle-type vehicle 1. The electric motor 55 is, for example, an AC motor.

[0054] For example, the battery 41 comprises a battery body and a battery case that houses the battery body. For example, the power unit 51 comprises a housing that houses an inverter 53 and an electric motor 55. The battery case and the housing are separated from each other. The battery case and the housing are not in contact with each other.

[0055] For example, the enclosure is divided into a first enclosure housing the inverter 53 and a second enclosure housing the electric motor 55. The first enclosure and the second enclosure are in contact with each other. The first enclosure and the second enclosure are connected to each other. Here, the first enclosure and the second enclosure may be separable from each other. Alternatively, the first enclosure and the second enclosure may not be separable from each other. The first enclosure and the second enclosure may be a single unit.

[0056] The electric saddle-type vehicle 1 further includes a power transmission mechanism 59. The power transmission mechanism 59 is connected to a power unit 51. Specifically, the power transmission mechanism 59 is connected to an electric motor 55. Furthermore, the power transmission mechanism 59 is connected to the rear wheels 32. The power transmission mechanism 59 transmits power from the power unit 51 to the rear wheels 32. The power transmission mechanism 59 includes, for example, a chain. Alternatively, the power transmission mechanism 59 may include, for example, a belt and a drive shaft.

[0057] The electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is equipped with a radiator 61. The radiator 61 overlaps with the side cover 35 when viewed from the side of the vehicle. The entire radiator 61 overlaps with the side cover 35 when viewed from the side of the vehicle.

[0058] The radiator 61 is positioned behind the front fork 21. The entire radiator 61 is positioned behind the front fork 21. The radiator 61 is positioned above the front wheel 22. The radiator 61 is positioned below the handlebars 24. The radiator 61 is positioned behind the number plate 25. The radiator 61 is positioned in front of the seat 36.

[0059] The radiator 61 cools the power unit 51. Specifically, the coolant circulates between the radiator 61 and the power unit 51. When the coolant flows through the radiator 61, the radiator 61 cools the coolant. When the coolant flows through the power unit 51, the power unit 51 is cooled by the coolant.

[0060] The driver of the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 sits in the seat 36 and holds the steering wheel 24.

[0061] <2. Configuration of the vehicle body frame 3> Figure 2 is a perspective view of the vehicle frame 3. Figure 3 is a left side view of the vehicle frame 3, battery 41, power unit 51, and radiator 61. Figure 4 is a right side view of the vehicle frame 3, battery 41, power unit 51, and radiator 61. Figure 5 is a top view of the vehicle frame 3, battery 41, power unit 51, and radiator 61. Figure 6 is a front view of the vehicle frame 3, battery 41, power unit 51, radiator 61, and side cover 35.

[0062] The vehicle frame 3 is equipped with a head pipe 4. The head pipe 4 is located at the front of the vehicle frame 3. The head pipe 4 extends forward and downward. The head pipe 4 supports the front fork 21. The front fork 21 rotates around the head pipe 4. The head pipe 4 is positioned behind the number plate 25.

[0063] The vehicle frame 3 comprises a main frame 5. The main frame 5 extends in the longitudinal direction X. The main frame 5 has a front end and a rear end. The front end of the main frame 5 is connected to the head pipe 4. The main frame 5 extends rearward from the head pipe 4. The main frame 5 extends downward and rearward from the head pipe 4.

[0064] The main frame 5 comprises a right main frame 5R and a left main frame 5L. The left main frame 5L is positioned to the left of the right main frame 5R. Both the right main frame 5R and the left main frame 5L are connected to the head pipe 4. The right main frame 5R extends to the right and rearward from the head pipe 4. The left main frame 5L extends to the left and rearward from the head pipe 4.

[0065] The vehicle frame 3 includes a down frame 6. The down frame 6 is positioned below the main frame 5 in a side view of the vehicle. The down frame 6 extends in the longitudinal direction X. The down frame 6 has a front end and a rear end. The front end of the down frame 6 is connected to the head pipe 4. The down frame 6 extends downward from the head pipe 4. The down frame 6 then extends rearward. The down frame 6 is positioned behind the front fork 21 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0066] The down frame 6 comprises a front section 7 and a lower section 8. The front section 7 is connected to the head pipe 4. The front section 7 extends downward from the head pipe 4. The lower section 8 is positioned below the front section 7. The lower section 8 is connected to the front section 7. The lower section 8 is connected to the lower part of the front section 7. The lower section 8 extends rearward from the front section 7.

[0067] Refer to Figures 2 and 6. The front section 7 comprises a central front section 7C, a right front section 7R, and a left front section 7L. The central front section 7C is connected to the head pipe 4. The central front section 7C extends downward from the head pipe 4. The right front section 7R and the left front section 7L are each located below the central front section 7C. The left front section 7L is located to the left of the right front section 7R. The right front section 7R and the left front section 7L are each connected to the central front section 7C. The right front section 7R extends to the right and downward from the central front section 7C. The left front section 7L extends to the left and downward from the central front section 7C.

[0068] Refer to Figures 2-4 and 2-6. The lower section 8 comprises a lower right section 8R and a lower left section 8L. The lower right section 8R is connected to the front right section 7R. The lower right section 8R extends rearward from the front right section 7R. The lower left section 8L is located to the left of the lower right section 8R. The lower left section 8L is connected to the front left section 7L. The lower left section 8L extends rearward from the front left section 7L.

[0069] Refer to Figure 2-4. The vehicle frame 3 is equipped with a bracket 9. The bracket 9 is attached to the down frame 6. The bracket 9 is attached to the lower section 8. The bracket 9 is positioned behind the front section 7.

[0070] Bracket 9 consists of a right bracket 9R and a left bracket 9L. The right bracket 9R is attached to the lower right section 8R. The left bracket 9L is positioned to the left of the right bracket 9R. The left bracket 9L is attached to the lower left section 8L.

[0071] The vehicle body frame 3 includes a pivot frame 10. The pivot frame 10 is connected to the main frame 5 and the down frame 6. The pivot frame 10 is connected to the rear end of the main frame 5 and the rear end of the down frame 6. In a side view of the vehicle, the pivot frame 10 extends in the vertical direction Z.

[0072] The pivot frame 10 comprises a right pivot frame 10R, a left pivot frame 10L, and a central pivot frame 10C. The right pivot frame 10R is connected to the right main frame 5R and the lower right section 8R. The left pivot frame 10L is located to the left of the right pivot frame 10R. The left pivot frame 10L is connected to the left main frame 5L and the lower left section 8L. The right pivot frame 10R and the left pivot frame 10L each extend in the vertical direction Z. The central pivot frame 10C is connected to the right pivot frame 10R and the left pivot frame 10L. The central pivot frame 10C is connected to the upper part of the right pivot frame 10R and the upper part of the left pivot frame 10L. The central pivot frame 10C extends in the width direction Y.

[0073] The vehicle frame 3 includes a pivot shaft portion 11. The pivot shaft portion 11 is connected to the pivot frame 10. The pivot shaft portion 11 is connected to the right pivot frame 10R and the left pivot frame 10L. The pivot shaft portion 11 extends in the width direction Y.

[0074] The pivot shaft portion 11 is positioned below the main frame 5. The pivot shaft portion 11 is positioned below the central pivot frame 10C. The pivot shaft portion 11 is positioned above the lower portion 8. The pivot shaft portion 11 is positioned behind the bracket 9. The pivot shaft portion 11 is positioned above the bracket 9.

[0075] The pivot shaft 11 supports the swing arm 31. The swing arm 31 swings around the pivot shaft 11.

[0076] The vehicle frame 3 includes a reinforcing frame 12. The reinforcing frame 12 is positioned behind the head pipe 4. The reinforcing frame 12 is positioned above the bracket 9. The reinforcing frame 12 is positioned in front of the pivot frame 10. The reinforcing frame 12 is positioned above the pivot shaft portion 11. The reinforcing frame 12 is connected to the main frame 5 and the down frame 6. The reinforcing frame 12 extends rearward from the down frame 6. In a side view of the vehicle, the reinforcing frame 12 does not have a portion located in front of the down frame 6. The reinforcing frame 12 reinforces the main frame 5 and the down frame 6. The reinforcing frame 12 is, for example, a tension pipe.

[0077] Refer to Figures 2-4 and 2-6. The reinforcing frame 12 comprises a right reinforcing frame 12R and a left reinforcing frame 12L. The left reinforcing frame 12L is positioned to the left of the right reinforcing frame 12R. The right reinforcing frame 12R and the left reinforcing frame 12L are connected to the main frame 5 and the down frame 6, respectively. In a side view of the vehicle, the right reinforcing frame 12R and the left reinforcing frame 12L each extend rearward from the down frame 6. In a side view of the vehicle, the right reinforcing frame 12R does not have a portion located in front of the down frame 6. In a side view of the vehicle, the left reinforcing frame 12L does not have a portion located in front of the down frame 6.

[0078] Specifically, the right reinforcing frame 12R is connected to the right main frame 5R and the down frame 6. The right reinforcing frame 12R extends to the right and rearward from the down frame 6. The left reinforcing frame 12L is connected to the left main frame 5L and the down frame 6. The left reinforcing frame 12L extends to the left and rearward from the down frame 6.

[0079] The right reinforcing frame 12R and the left reinforcing frame 12L each extend horizontally in a side view of the vehicle. The right reinforcing frame 12R and the left reinforcing frame 12L each extend horizontally in a front view of the vehicle. The right reinforcing frame 12R and the left reinforcing frame 12L are each curved. For example, the right reinforcing frame 12R and the left reinforcing frame 12L are each curved in a top view of the vehicle. The right reinforcing frame 12R and the left reinforcing frame 12L each have a rod shape or a pipe shape.

[0080] The right reinforcing frame 12R has a front end 12Ra and a rear end 12Rb. The left reinforcing frame 12L has a front end 12La and a rear end 12Lb. The front ends 12Ra and 12La are each connected to the down frame 6. The front ends 12Ra and 12La are each connected to the front section 7. The front ends 12Ra and 12La are each connected to the central front section 7C. The rear ends 12Rb and 12Lb are each connected to the main frame 5. The rear end 12Rb is connected to the right main frame 5R. The rear end 12Lb is connected to the left main frame 5L.

[0081] The rear end 12Rb is located behind and to the right of the front end 12Ra. The rear end 12Rb is positioned at approximately the same height as the front end 12Ra. The rear end 12Lb is located behind and to the left of the front end 12La. The rear end 12Lb is positioned at approximately the same height as the front end 12La.

[0082] When the front ends 12Ra and 12La are not distinguished, they are referred to as "front end 12a". When the rear ends 12Rb and 12Lb are not distinguished, they are referred to as "rear end 12b".

[0083] Refer to Figure 2-6. The vehicle frame 3 includes a connecting member 13. The connecting member 13 is positioned behind the head pipe 4. The connecting member 13 is positioned above the bracket 9. The connecting member 13 is positioned in front of the pivot frame 10. The connecting member 13 is positioned above the pivot shaft portion 11. The connecting member 13 is positioned below the reinforcing frame 12. The connecting member 13 connects to the main frame 5 and the down frame 6. The connecting member 13 extends rearward from the down frame 6. The connecting member 13 reinforces the main frame 5 and the down frame 6. The connecting member 13 is, for example, a tension pipe.

[0084] The connecting member 13 comprises a right connecting member 13R and a left connecting member 13L. The left connecting member 13L is positioned to the left of the right connecting member 13R. The right connecting member 13R and the left connecting member 13L are connected to the main frame 5 and the down frame 6, respectively. The right connecting member 13R and the left connecting member 13L each extend rearward from the down frame 6. The right connecting member 13R and the left connecting member 13L each extend rearward and upward from the down frame 6.

[0085] Specifically, the right connecting member 13R is connected to the right main frame 5R and the down frame 6. The left connecting member 13L is connected to the left main frame 5L and the down frame 6.

[0086] The right connecting member 13R and the left connecting member 13L each extend in a straight line when viewed from the side of the vehicle. Strictly speaking, the right connecting member 13R and the left connecting member 13L are each curved. For example, the right connecting member 13R and the left connecting member 13L are each slightly curved when viewed from above the vehicle. The right connecting member 13R and the left connecting member 13L are each slightly curved when viewed from the front of the vehicle. The right connecting member 13R and the left connecting member 13L each have a rod shape or a pipe shape.

[0087] The right connecting member 13R has a first section 14R and a second section 15R. The left connecting member 13L has a first section 14L and a second section 15L. The first sections 14R and 14L are each connected to the main frame 5. The first section 14R is connected to the right main frame 5R. The first section 14L is connected to the left main frame 5L. The second sections 15R and 15L are each connected to the down frame 6. The second sections 15R and 15L are each connected to the front section 7. The second section 15R is connected to the right front section 7R. The second section 15L is connected to the left front section 7L. The right connecting member 13R extends from the first section 14R to the second section 15R. The left connecting member 13L extends from the first section 14L to the second section 15L.

[0088] The second part 15R is positioned forward and downward compared to the first part 14R. The second part 15L is positioned forward and downward compared to the first part 14L.

[0089] The first part 14R is, for example, the rear end of the right connecting member 13R. The second part 15R is, for example, the front end of the right connecting member 13R. The first part 14L is, for example, the rear end of the left connecting member 13L. The second part 15L is, for example, the front end of the left connecting member 13L.

[0090] If the first joints 14R and 14L are not distinguished, they will be referred to as "first joint 14". If the second joints 15R and 15L are not distinguished, they will be referred to as "second joint 15".

[0091] The first part 14 is positioned below the front end 12a and rear end 12b of the reinforcing frame 12. The first part 14 is positioned behind the rear end 12b. The second part 15 is positioned below the front end 12a and rear end 12b. The second part 15 is positioned behind the front end 12a. The second part 15 is positioned in front of the rear end 12b.

[0092] The first part 14 is positioned above and behind the bracket 9. The second part 15 is positioned above and in front of the bracket 9.

[0093] Each element of the vehicle frame 3 is made of metal. For example, the down frame 6 is made of metal. The down frame 6 is not made of resin. The down frame 6 has relatively high rigidity. For example, the reinforcing frame 12 is made of metal. The reinforcing frame 12 is not made of resin. The reinforcing frame 12 has relatively high rigidity.

[0094] The head pipe 4 and the main frame 5 are connected, for example, by welding. Therefore, the head pipe 4 and the main frame 5 are inseparable from each other. Similarly, the head pipe 4 and the down frame 6 are connected, for example, by welding. Therefore, the head pipe 4 and the down frame 6 are also inseparable from each other. Consequently, the main frame 5 and the down frame 6 are inseparable from each other.

[0095] Furthermore, the mainframe 5, downframe 6, and pivot frame 10 are inseparable from each other.

[0096] Furthermore, the main frame 5, the down frame 6, and the reinforcing frame 12 are inseparable from each other.

[0097] The pivot shaft portion 11 is, for example, detachable from the pivot frame 10.

[0098] The connecting members 13 are removable from the main frame 5 and the down frame 6. The right connecting member 13R is removable from the main frame 5 and the down frame 6. The left connecting member 13L is removable from the main frame 5 and the down frame 6.

[0099] The electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is equipped with fastening members 17 and 18. Fastening member 17 fastens the first part 14 to the main frame 5. Fastening member 17 is equipped with a right fastening member 17R and a left fastening member 17L. The right fastening member 17R fastens the first part 14R to the right main frame 5R. The left fastening member 17L fastens the first part 14L to the left main frame 5L. Fastening member 18 fastens the second part 15 to the down frame 6. Fastening member 18 is equipped with a right fastening member 18R and a left fastening member 17L. The right fastening member 18R fastens the second part 15R to the right front part 7R. The left fastening member 18L fastens the second part 15L to the left front part 7L.

[0100] The fastening members 17, 18, the right fastening members 17R, 18R, and the left fastening members 17L, 18L are, for example, bolts.

[0101] <3. Arrangement of the vehicle frame 3 and battery 41> Refer to Figure 3-6. The head pipe 4 is positioned in front of the battery 41. In a side view of the vehicle, the head pipe 4 does not overlap with the battery 41. In a top view of the vehicle, the head pipe 4 does not overlap with the battery 41. In a front view of the vehicle, the head pipe 4 overlaps with the battery 41.

[0102] The head pipe 4 is positioned at the same height as a portion of the battery 41. The head pipe 4 has an upper end 4a and a lower end 4b. The battery 41 has an upper end 41a and a lower end 41b. The upper end 4a of the head pipe 4 is positioned above the upper end 41a of the battery 41. The lower end 4b of the head pipe 4 is positioned below the upper end 41a of the battery 41. The lower end 4b of the head pipe 4 is positioned above the lower end 41b of the battery 41.

[0103] Main frame 5 overlaps with battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle. Right main frame 5R overlaps with battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle. Left main frame 5L overlaps with battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle. In other words, battery 41 overlaps with main frame 5 in a side view of the vehicle. At least a portion of battery 41 overlaps with main frame 5 in a side view of the vehicle. Battery 41 overlaps with right main frame 5R in a side view of the vehicle. At least a portion of battery 41 overlaps with right main frame 5R in a side view of the vehicle. Battery 41 overlaps with left main frame 5L in a side view of the vehicle. At least a portion of battery 41 overlaps with left main frame 5L in a side view of the vehicle.

[0104] Main frame 5 extends from a position in front of battery 41 to a position behind battery 41. Right main frame 5R extends from a position in front of battery 41 to a position behind battery 41. Left main frame 5L extends from a position in front of battery 41 to a position behind battery 41.

[0105] The battery 41 includes a portion located above the main frame 5 in a side view of the vehicle and a portion located below the main frame 5 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0106] In a top view of the vehicle, the main frame 5 does not overlap with the battery 41. The main frame 5 allows the battery 41 to move vertically in the Z direction relative to the main frame 5.

[0107] The battery 41 is positioned between the right main frame 5R and the left main frame 5L. The right main frame 5R is positioned to the right of the battery 41. In a top view of the vehicle, the right main frame 5R does not overlap with the battery 41. The left main frame 5L is positioned to the left of the battery 41. In a top view of the vehicle, the left main frame 5L does not overlap with the battery 41. The battery 41 is movable upward relative to the right main frame 5R and the left main frame 5L. The right main frame 5R and the left main frame 5L allow the battery 41 to move vertically in the Z direction relative to the right main frame 5R and the left main frame 5L. For this reason, the separation distance between the right main frame 5R and the left main frame 5L in the width direction Y is sufficiently large.

[0108] The down frame 6 is positioned in front of the battery 41. In a front view of the vehicle, the down frame 6 overlaps with the battery 41. Specifically, the front portion 7 is positioned in front of the battery 41. In a front view of the vehicle, the front portion 7 overlaps with the battery 41.

[0109] The down frame 6 is positioned below the battery 41. Specifically, the lower portion 8 is positioned below the battery 41.

[0110] The down frame 6 does not overlap with the battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle. Specifically, the front portion 7 does not overlap with the battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle. The lower portion 8 does not overlap with the battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0111] The pivot frame 10 is positioned behind the battery 41. The pivot frame 10 does not overlap with the battery 41 when viewed from the side of the vehicle.

[0112] The pivot shaft portion 11 is positioned behind the battery 41. The pivot shaft portion 11 is positioned below the battery 41. The pivot shaft portion 11 does not overlap with the battery 41 when viewed from the side of the vehicle.

[0113] The reinforcing frame 12 overlaps with the battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle. The right reinforcing frame 12R overlaps with the battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle. The left reinforcing frame 12L overlaps with the battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0114] The rear end 12b of the reinforcing frame 12 overlaps with the battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle. The rear end 12Rb of the right reinforcing frame 12R overlaps with the battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle. The rear end 12Lb of the left reinforcing frame 12L overlaps with the battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0115] The front end 12a of the reinforcing frame 12 is positioned in front of the battery 41. The front end 12a of the reinforcing frame 12 does not overlap with the battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle. The front end 12Ra of the right reinforcing frame 12R is positioned in front of the battery 41. The front end 12Ra of the right reinforcing frame 12R does not overlap with the battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle. The front end 12La of the left reinforcing frame 12L is positioned in front of the battery 41. The front end 12La of the left reinforcing frame 12L does not overlap with the battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0116] The reinforcing frame 12 overlaps with the battery 41 when viewed from the front of the vehicle. The front end 12a of the reinforcing frame 12 overlaps with the battery 41 when viewed from the front of the vehicle.

[0117] The reinforcing frame 12 does not overlap with the battery 41 in a plan view of the vehicle. The reinforcing frame 12 allows the battery 41 to move vertically in the Z direction relative to the reinforcing frame 12.

[0118] The battery 41 is positioned between the right reinforcing frame 12R and the left reinforcing frame 12L. The right reinforcing frame 12R is positioned to the right of the battery 41. The rear end 12Rb of the right reinforcing frame 12R is positioned to the right of the battery 41. In a top view of the vehicle, the right reinforcing frame 12R does not overlap with the battery 41. The left reinforcing frame 12L is positioned to the left of the battery 41. The rear end 12Lb of the left reinforcing frame 12L is positioned to the left of the battery 41. In a top view of the vehicle, the left reinforcing frame 12L does not overlap with the battery 41. The battery 41 is movable upward relative to the right reinforcing frame 12R and the left reinforcing frame 12L. The right reinforcing frame 12R and the left reinforcing frame 12L allow the battery 41 to move vertically in the Z direction relative to the right reinforcing frame 12R and the left reinforcing frame 12L.

[0119] The connecting member 13 overlaps with the battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle. At least a portion of the connecting member 13 overlaps with the battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle. The right connecting member 13R overlaps with the battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle. At least a portion of the right connecting member 13R overlaps with the battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle. The left connecting member 13L overlaps with the battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle. At least a portion of the left connecting member 13L overlaps with the battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0120] The first part 14 overlaps with the battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle. The first part 14R overlaps with the battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle. The first part 14L overlaps with the battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0121] The second component 15 is positioned in front of the battery 41. In a side view of the vehicle, the second component 15 does not overlap with the battery 41.

[0122] The connecting member 13 does not overlap with the battery 41 when viewed from the front of the vehicle. The right connecting member 13R is positioned to the right of the battery 41 when viewed from the front of the vehicle. The left connecting member 13L is positioned to the left of the battery 41 when viewed from the front of the vehicle.

[0123] The connecting member 13 does not overlap with the battery 41 in a plan view of the vehicle. The connecting member 13 allows the battery 41 to move vertically in the Z direction relative to the connecting member 13.

[0124] The battery 41 is positioned between the right connecting member 13R and the left connecting member 13L. The right connecting member 13R is positioned to the right of the battery 41. In a top view of the vehicle, the right connecting member 13R does not overlap with the battery 41. The left connecting member 13L is positioned to the left of the battery 41. In a top view of the vehicle, the left connecting member 13L does not overlap with the battery 41. The battery 41 is movable upward relative to the right connecting member 13R and the left connecting member 13L. The right connecting member 13R and the left connecting member 13L allow the battery 41 to move vertically in the Z direction relative to the right connecting member 13R and the left connecting member 13L.

[0125] The connecting member 13 does not support the battery 41. The connecting member 13 is separate from the battery 41. The connecting member 13 is not in contact with the battery 41.

[0126] For example, the battery 41 is supported on the vehicle frame 3 via a bracket (not shown).

[0127] <4. Arrangement of the vehicle frame 3 and power unit 51> Refer to Figure 3-6. The vehicle frame 3 is classified as a cradle frame. In a side view of the vehicle, the vehicle frame 3 surrounds the power unit 51. The vehicle frame 3 is located above, in front of, below, and behind the power unit 51. The configuration of the vehicle frame 3 will now be described.

[0128] The head pipe 4 is positioned in front of the power unit 51. The head pipe 4 is positioned above the power unit 51. In a side view of the vehicle, the head pipe 4 does not overlap with the power unit 51. In a top view of the vehicle, the head pipe 4 does not overlap with the power unit 51. In a front view of the vehicle, the head pipe 4 does not overlap with the power unit 51.

[0129] The main frame 5 is positioned above the power unit 51. In a top view of the vehicle, the main frame 5 overlaps with the power unit 51. Specifically, the right main frame 5R is positioned above the power unit 51. In a top view of the vehicle, the right main frame 5R overlaps with the power unit 51. The left main frame 5L is positioned above the power unit 51. In a top view of the vehicle, the left main frame 5L overlaps with the power unit 51.

[0130] Main frame 5 does not overlap with power unit 51 in a side view of the vehicle. Right main frame 5R does not overlap with power unit 51 in a side view of the vehicle. Left main frame 5L does not overlap with power unit 51 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0131] Main frame 5 passes above the power unit 51 and extends from a position in front of the power unit 51 to a position behind the power unit 51. Right main frame 5R passes above the power unit 51 and extends from a position in front of the power unit 51 to a position behind the power unit 51. Left main frame 5L passes above the power unit 51 and extends from a position in front of the power unit 51 to a position behind the power unit 51.

[0132] The down frame 6 is positioned in front of the power unit 51. In a front view of the vehicle, the down frame 6 overlaps with the power unit 51. Specifically, the front portion 7 is positioned in front of the power unit 51. In a front view of the vehicle, the front portion 7 overlaps with the power unit 51.

[0133] The down frame 6 extends in the vertical direction Z in front of the power unit 51. The down frame 6 passes in front of the power unit 51 and extends from a position above the power unit 51 to a position below the power unit 51. Specifically, the front portion 7 extends in the vertical direction Z in front of the power unit 51. The front portion 7 passes in front of the power unit 51 and extends from a position above the power unit 51 to a position below the power unit 51.

[0134] The down frame 6 is positioned below the power unit 51. Although not shown in the illustration, the down frame 6 overlaps with the power unit 51 in a view from the bottom of the vehicle. Specifically, the lower portion 8 is positioned below the power unit 51. The lower portion 8 overlaps with the power unit 51 in a view from the bottom of the vehicle.

[0135] The down frame 6 extends in the longitudinal direction X below the power unit 51. Specifically, the lower portion 8 extends in the longitudinal direction X below the power unit 51.

[0136] The down frame 6 does not substantially overlap with the power unit 51 in a side view of the vehicle. Specifically, the front portion 7 does not substantially overlap with the power unit 51 in a side view of the vehicle. The lower portion 8 does not substantially overlap with the power unit 51 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0137] In summary, the main frame 5 and the down frame 6 surround the power unit 51 in a side view of the vehicle. The main frame 5 and the down frame 6 extend in such a way that they surround the power unit 51 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0138] The power unit 51 is positioned below the main frame 5 and above the down frame 6. In other words, the main frame 5 is positioned above the power unit 51, and the down frame 6 is positioned below the power unit 51. Therefore, the separation distance between the main frame 5 and the down frame 6 in the vertical direction Z is sufficiently large. The separation distance between the right main frame 5R and the lower right portion 8R in the vertical direction Z is sufficiently large. The separation distance between the left main frame 5L and the lower left portion 8L in the vertical direction Z is sufficiently large.

[0139] Bracket 9 is positioned below the power unit 51. Bracket 9 supports the power unit 51. Bracket 9 supports the lower part of the power unit 51. Bracket 9 supports the electric motor 55. The down frame 6 supports the power unit 51 via bracket 9.

[0140] The pivot frame 10 is positioned behind the power unit 51. Although not shown in the illustration, the pivot frame 10 overlaps with the power unit 51 when viewed from the rear of the vehicle. When viewed from the side of the vehicle, the pivot frame 10 does not substantially overlap with the power unit 51.

[0141] The pivot shaft portion 11 is located behind the power unit 51. The pivot shaft portion 11 is positioned at the same height as a part of the power unit 51. Although not shown in the illustration, the pivot shaft portion 11 overlaps with the power unit 51 when viewed from the rear of the vehicle.

[0142] The pivot shaft 11 supports the power unit 51. The pivot shaft 11 supports the rear of the power unit 51. The pivot shaft 11 supports the electric motor 55. However, the power unit 51 cannot swing around the pivot shaft 11.

[0143] The reinforcing frames 12 are positioned above the power unit 51. The reinforcing frames 12 do not overlap with the power unit 51 in a side view of the vehicle. Specifically, the right reinforcing frame 12R is positioned above the power unit 51. The right reinforcing frame 12R does not overlap with the power unit 51 in a side view of the vehicle. The left reinforcing frame 12L is positioned above the power unit 51. The left reinforcing frame 12L does not overlap with the power unit 51 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0144] The arrangement of the connecting member 13 and the power unit 51 when the connecting member 13 is attached to the main frame 5 and the down frame 6 will be described. The connecting member 13 overlaps with the power unit 51 in a side view of the vehicle. At least a portion of the connecting member 13 overlaps with the power unit 51 in a side view of the vehicle. The right connecting member 13R overlaps with the power unit 51 in a side view of the vehicle. At least a portion of the right connecting member 13R overlaps with the power unit 51 in a side view of the vehicle. The left connecting member 13L overlaps with the power unit 51 in a side view of the vehicle. At least a portion of the left connecting member 13L overlaps with the power unit 51 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0145] The connecting member 13 overlaps with the inverter 53 in a side view of the vehicle. At least a portion of the connecting member 13 overlaps with the inverter 53 in a side view of the vehicle. The right connecting member 13R overlaps with the inverter 53 in a side view of the vehicle. At least a portion of the right connecting member 13R overlaps with the inverter 53 in a side view of the vehicle. The left connecting member 13L overlaps with the inverter 53 in a side view of the vehicle. At least a portion of the left connecting member 13L overlaps with the inverter 53 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0146] The connecting member 13 is positioned above the electric motor 55. The connecting member 13 does not overlap with the electric motor 55 in a side view of the vehicle. Specifically, the right connecting member 13R is positioned above the electric motor 55. The right connecting member 13R does not overlap with the electric motor 55 in a side view of the vehicle. The left connecting member 13L is positioned above the electric motor 55. The left connecting member 13L does not overlap with the electric motor 55 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0147] The first part 14 is positioned above the power unit 51. The first part 14 does not overlap with the power unit 51 in a side view of the vehicle. The second part 15 is positioned in front of the power unit 51. The second part 15 does not overlap with the power unit 51 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0148] The power unit 51 is positioned between the right connecting member 13R and the left connecting member 13L. The inverter 53 is positioned between the right connecting member 13R and the left connecting member 13L. The right connecting member 13R is positioned to the right of the power unit 51. The right connecting member 13R is positioned to the right of the inverter 53. The left connecting member 13L is positioned to the left of the power unit 51. The left connecting member 13L is positioned to the left of the inverter 53.

[0149] When the connecting member 13 is removed from the main frame 5 and the down frame 6, the connecting member 13 does not overlap with the power unit 51 in a side view of the vehicle. Therefore, when the connecting member 13 is removed from the main frame 5 and the down frame 6, the first connecting member 13 allows the power unit 51 to move in the width direction Y relative to the main frame 5 and the down frame 6. For convenience, the space between the main frame 5 and the down frame 6 is referred to as the internal space. For example, when the right connecting member 13R is removed from the main frame 5 and the down frame 6, the right connecting member 13R allows the power unit 51 to move to the right from the internal space. For example, when the left connecting member 13L is removed from the main frame 5 and the down frame 6, the left connecting member 13L allows the power unit 51 to move to the left from the internal space.

[0150] The connecting member 13 is connected to the power unit 51. The connecting member 13 supports the power unit 51. The connecting member 13 supports the upper part of the power unit 51. The connecting member 13 supports the inverter 53. The right connecting member 13R and the left connecting member 13L each support the power unit 51. The right connecting member 13R and the left connecting member 13L each support the inverter 53.

[0151] The right connecting member 13R includes a third section 16R. The left connecting member 13L includes a third section 16L. The third sections 16R and 16L are each connected to the power unit 51. The third sections 16R and 16L are each connected to the inverter 53.

[0152] The third sections 16R and 16L each overlap with the power unit 51 in a side view of the vehicle. The third sections 16R and 16L each overlap with the inverter 53 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0153] The third section 16R is positioned between the first section 14R and the second section 15R. The third section 16R is positioned forward and below the first section 14R. The third section 16R is positioned backward and above the second section 15R. The right connecting member 13R extends from the first section 14R to the second section 15R, passing through the third section 16R. The right connecting member 13R extends from the first section 14R to the second section 15R, passing through the third section 16R. For example, the first section 14R, the third section 16R, and the second section 15R are aligned in a straight line when viewed from the side of the vehicle. For example, the third section 16R is located on the straight line connecting the first section 14R and the second section 15R when viewed from the side of the vehicle. For example, the right connecting member 13R extends linearly from the first part 14R to the second part 15R, passing through the third part 16R, in a side view of the vehicle. Similarly, the third part 16L is positioned between the first part 14L and the second part 15L. The third part 16L is positioned forward and below the first part 14L. The third part 16L is positioned backward and above the second part 15L. The left connecting member 13L extends from the first part 14L to the second part 15L, passing through the third part 16L. The left connecting member 13L extends from the first part 14L to the second part 15L, passing through the third part 16L. For example, the first part 14L, the third part 16L, and the second part 15L are aligned in a straight line when viewed from the side of the vehicle. For example, the third part 16L is located on the straight line connecting the first part 14L and the second part 15L when viewed from the side of the vehicle. For example, the left connecting member 13L extends linearly from the first part 14L to the second part 15L, passing through the third part 16L when viewed from the side of the vehicle. For example, the left connecting member 13L extends linearly from the first part 14L to the second part 15L, passing through the third part 16L when viewed from the side of the vehicle.

[0154] When the third area 16R and 16L are not distinguished, they are referred to as "third area 16".

[0155] The third part 16 is positioned forward and above the bracket 9. The third part 16 is positioned forward and above the pivot axis 11.

[0156] The connecting member 13 is detachable from the power unit 51. The right connecting member 13R is detachable from the power unit 51. The left connecting member 13L is detachable from the power unit 51.

[0157] The electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is equipped with fastening members 19. The fastening members 19 fasten the third part 16 and the power unit 51. The fastening members 19 include a right fastening member 19R and a left fastening member 19L. The right fastening member 19R fastens the third part 16R and the power unit 51. The left fastening member 19L fastens the third part 16L and the power unit 51.

[0158] The fastening member 19, the right fastening member 19R, and the left fastening member 19L are, for example, bolts.

[0159] <5. Radiator 61> Refer to Figure 3-6. The radiator 61 comprises a right radiator 61R and a left radiator 61L. The left radiator 61L is located to the left of the right radiator 61R. The left radiator 61L is located at approximately the same height as the right radiator 61R. The left radiator 61L is separated from the right radiator 61R. The left radiator 61L is not in contact with the right radiator 61R.

[0160] The right radiator 61R extends in the vertical direction Z when viewed from the side of the vehicle. The right radiator 61R has a roughly rectangular shape when viewed from the front of the vehicle. The right radiator 61R has an elongated shape in the vertical direction Z when viewed from the front of the vehicle. The length of the right radiator 61R in the vertical direction Z is longer than the length of the right radiator 61R in the width direction Y. The left radiator 61L has substantially the same shape as the right radiator 61R.

[0161] The right radiator 61R cools the power unit 51. The left radiator 61L cools the power unit 51. Specifically, the coolant circulates between the right radiator 61R, the left radiator 61L, and the power unit 51. For example, the coolant flows to the right radiator 61R, the left radiator 61L, and the power unit 51 in that order, and then returns to the right radiator 61R. When the coolant flows through the right radiator 61R, the right radiator 61R cools the coolant. When the coolant flows through the left radiator 61L, the left radiator 61L cools the coolant. When the coolant flows through the power unit 51, the power unit 51 is cooled by the coolant.

[0162] The right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are both separated from the head pipe 4. The right radiator 61R is not in contact with the head pipe 4. The left radiator 61L is not in contact with the head pipe 4.

[0163] The right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are each positioned behind the head pipe 4. The entirety of the right radiator 61R is positioned behind the entirety of the head pipe 4. The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the head pipe 4 in a side view of the vehicle. The entirety of the left radiator 61L is positioned behind the entirety of the head pipe 4. The left radiator 61L does not overlap with the head pipe 4 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0164] At least a portion of the right radiator 61R is positioned at the same height as the head pipe 4. The right radiator 61R has an upper end 61Ra and a lower end 61Rb. The upper end 61Ra is positioned below the upper end 4a of the head pipe 4. The upper end 61Ra is positioned above the lower end 4b of the head pipe 4. The lower end 61Rb is positioned below the lower end 4b of the head pipe 4.

[0165] Similarly, at least a portion of the left radiator 61L is positioned at the same height as the head pipe 4. The left radiator 61L has an upper end 61La and a lower end 61Lb. The upper end 61La is positioned below the upper end 4a of the head pipe 4. The upper end 61La is positioned above the lower end 4b of the head pipe 4. The lower end 61Lb is positioned below the lower end 4b of the head pipe 4.

[0166] The right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the head pipe 4. The entirety of the right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the entirety of the head pipe 4. The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the head pipe 4 in a front view of the vehicle. The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the head pipe 4 in a top view of the vehicle.

[0167] The left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the head pipe 4. The entire left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the entire head pipe 4. The left radiator 61L does not overlap with the head pipe 4 in a front view of the vehicle. The left radiator 61L does not overlap with the head pipe 4 in a top view of the vehicle.

[0168] Although not shown in the diagram, the right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the number plate 25. The entirety of the right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the entire number plate 25. The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the number plate 25 in a front view of the vehicle. The left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the number plate 25. The entirety of the left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the entire number plate 25. The left radiator 61L does not overlap with the number plate 25 in a front view of the vehicle.

[0169] The right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are both separated from the main frame 5. The right radiator 61R is not in contact with the main frame 5. The left radiator 61L is not in contact with the main frame 5.

[0170] The right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are located below the main frame 5 in a side view of the vehicle. The right radiator 61R is located below the right main frame 5R in a side view of the vehicle. The left radiator 61L is located below the left main frame 5L in a side view of the vehicle.

[0171] Main frame 5 extends from a position forward of the right radiator 61R and left radiator 61L to a position rearward of the right radiator 61R and left radiator 61L. Right main frame 5R extends from a position forward of the right radiator 61R to a position rearward of the right radiator 61R. Left main frame 5L extends from a position forward of the left radiator 61L to a position rearward of the left radiator 61L.

[0172] The right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the main frame 5. The entirety of the right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the entirety of the main frame 5. The right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the right main frame 5R. The entirety of the right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the entirety of the right main frame 5R. The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the main frame 5 in a front view of the vehicle. The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the right main frame 5R in a front view of the vehicle. The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the main frame 5 in a top view of the vehicle. The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the right main frame 5R in a top view of the vehicle.

[0173] The left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the main frame 5. The entire left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the entire main frame 5. The left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the left main frame 5L. The entire left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the entire left main frame 5L. The left radiator 61L does not overlap with the main frame 5 in a front view of the vehicle. The left radiator 61L does not overlap with the left main frame 5L in a front view of the vehicle. The left radiator 61L does not overlap with the main frame 5 in a top view of the vehicle. The left radiator 61L does not overlap with the left main frame 5L in a top view of the vehicle.

[0174] The right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are both separated from the down frame 6. The right radiator 61R is not in contact with the down frame 6. The left radiator 61L is also not in contact with the down frame 6.

[0175] The right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are each positioned behind the down frame 6 in a side view of the vehicle. The right radiator 61R does not have a portion located in front of the down frame 6 in a side view of the vehicle. The left radiator 61L does not have a portion located in front of the down frame 6 in a side view of the vehicle. Specifically, the right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are each positioned behind the front section 7 in a side view of the vehicle. The right radiator 61R does not have a portion located in front of the front section 7 in a side view of the vehicle. The left radiator 61L does not have a portion located in front of the front section 7 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0176] The right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are positioned behind the front fork 21.

[0177] The right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the down frame 6. The entirety of the right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the entirety of the down frame 6. The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the down frame 6 in a front view of the vehicle. The left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the down frame 6. The entirety of the left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the entirety of the down frame 6. The left radiator 61L does not overlap with the down frame 6 in a front view of the vehicle.

[0178] The right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are each positioned in front of the pivot frame 10. The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the pivot frame 10 in a side view of the vehicle. The left radiator 61L does not overlap with the pivot frame 10 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0179] The right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are each positioned in front of the pivot shaft portion 11. The right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are each positioned above the pivot shaft portion 11. The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the pivot shaft portion 11 in a side view of the vehicle. The left radiator 61L does not overlap with the pivot shaft portion 11 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0180] The right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are both separated from the reinforcing frame 12. The right radiator 61R is not in contact with the reinforcing frame 12. The left radiator 61L is not in contact with the reinforcing frame 12.

[0181] The right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L each overlap with the reinforcing frame 12 in a side view of the vehicle. At least a portion of the right radiator 61R overlaps with the reinforcing frame 12 in a side view of the vehicle. At least a portion of the left radiator 61L overlaps with the reinforcing frame 12 in a side view of the vehicle. The right radiator 61R overlaps with the right reinforcing frame 12R in a side view of the vehicle. At least a portion of the right radiator 61R overlaps with the right reinforcing frame 12R in a side view of the vehicle. The left radiator 61L overlaps with the left reinforcing frame 12L in a side view of the vehicle. At least a portion of the left radiator 61L overlaps with the left reinforcing frame 12L in a side view of the vehicle.

[0182] The reinforcing frame 12 extends from a position forward of the right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L to a position rearward of the right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L. The right reinforcing frame 12R extends from a position forward of the right radiator 61R to a position rearward of the right radiator 61R. The left reinforcing frame 12L extends from a position forward of the left radiator 61L to a position rearward of the left radiator 61L.

[0183] The right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are each positioned behind the front end 12a of the reinforcing frame 12. The entirety of the right radiator 61R is positioned behind the front end 12a. The entirety of the left radiator 61L is positioned behind the front end 12a. The right radiator 61R is positioned behind the front end 12Ra of the right reinforcing frame 12R. The entirety of the right radiator 61R is positioned behind the front end 12Ra. The left radiator 61L is positioned behind the front end 12La of the left reinforcing frame 12L. The entirety of the left radiator 61L is positioned behind the front end 12La.

[0184] Right radiator 61R does not overlap with front end 12a. Right radiator 61R does not overlap with front end 12Ra. Left radiator 61L does not overlap with front end 12a. Left radiator 61L does not overlap with front end 12La.

[0185] The right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are each positioned forward of the rear end 12b of the reinforcing frame 12. The entirety of the right radiator 61R is positioned forward of the rear end 12b. The entirety of the left radiator 61L is positioned forward of the rear end 12b. The right radiator 61R is positioned forward of the rear end 12Rb of the right reinforcing frame 12R. The entirety of the right radiator 61R is positioned forward of the rear end 12Rb. The left radiator 61L is positioned forward of the rear end 12Lb of the left reinforcing frame 12L. The entirety of the left radiator 61L is positioned forward of the rear end 12Lb.

[0186] The right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the reinforcing frame 12. The entirety of the right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the entirety of the reinforcing frame 12. The right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the right reinforcing frame 12R. The entirety of the right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the entirety of the right reinforcing frame 12R. The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the reinforcing frame 12 in a front view of the vehicle. The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the right reinforcing frame 12R in a front view of the vehicle. The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the reinforcing frame 12 in a top view of the vehicle. The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the right reinforcing frame 12R in a top view of the vehicle.

[0187] The left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the reinforcing frame 12. The entire left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the entire reinforcing frame 12. The left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the left reinforcing frame 12L. The entire left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the entire left reinforcing frame 12L. The left radiator 61L does not overlap with the reinforcing frame 12 in a front view of the vehicle. The left radiator 61L does not overlap with the left reinforcing frame 12L in a front view of the vehicle. The left radiator 61L does not overlap with the reinforcing frame 12 in a top view of the vehicle. The left radiator 61L does not overlap with the left reinforcing frame 12L in a top view of the vehicle.

[0188] The right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are both separated from the connecting member 13. The right radiator 61R is not in contact with the connecting member 13. The left radiator 61L is not in contact with the connecting member 13.

[0189] The right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are each positioned above the connecting member 13. The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the connecting member 13 in a side view of the vehicle. The left radiator 61L does not overlap with the connecting member 13 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0190] The right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are both away from the battery 41. The right radiator 61R is not in contact with the battery 41. The left radiator 61L is not in contact with the battery 41.

[0191] The right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are each positioned in front of the battery 41. The entirety of the right radiator 61R is positioned in front of the entirety of the battery 41. The entirety of the left radiator 61L is positioned in front of the entirety of the battery 41. In a side view of the vehicle, the right radiator 61R does not overlap with the battery 41. In a side view of the vehicle, the left radiator 61L does not overlap with the battery 41.

[0192] At least a portion of the right radiator 61R is positioned at the same height as the battery 41. The upper end 61Ra of the right radiator 61R is at approximately the same height as the upper end 41a of the battery 41. The lower end 61Ra of the right radiator 61R is positioned below the upper end 41a of the battery 41. The lower end 61Ra of the right radiator 61R is positioned above the lower end 41b of the battery 41.

[0193] At least a portion of the left radiator 61L is positioned at the same height as the battery 41. The upper end 61La of the left radiator 61L is positioned above the upper end 41a of the battery 41. The lower end 61La of the left radiator 61L is positioned below the upper end 41a of the battery 41. The lower end 61La of the left radiator 61L is positioned above the lower end 41b of the battery 41.

[0194] The right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the battery 41. The entirety of the right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the entirety of the battery 41. The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the battery 41 in a front view of the vehicle. The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the battery 41 in a top view of the vehicle.

[0195] The left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the battery 41. The entire left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the entire battery 41. The left radiator 61L does not overlap with the battery 41 in a front view of the vehicle. The left radiator 61L does not overlap with the battery 41 in a top view of the vehicle.

[0196] The right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are both located away from the power unit 51. The right radiator 61R is not in contact with the power unit 51. The left radiator 61L is not in contact with the power unit 51.

[0197] The right radiator 61R is positioned in front of the power unit 51. The entire right radiator 61R is positioned in front of the entire power unit 51. The right radiator 61R is positioned above the power unit 51. The entire right radiator 61R is positioned above the entire power unit 51. In a side view of the vehicle, the right radiator 61R does not overlap with the power unit 51. In a front view of the vehicle, the right radiator 61R does not overlap with the power unit 51. In a top view of the vehicle, the right radiator 61R does not overlap with the power unit 51.

[0198] The left radiator 61L is positioned in front of the power unit 51. The entire left radiator 61L is positioned in front of the entire power unit 51. The left radiator 61L is positioned above the power unit 51. The entire left radiator 61L is positioned above the entire power unit 51. In a side view of the vehicle, the left radiator 61L does not overlap with the power unit 51. In a front view of the vehicle, the left radiator 61L does not overlap with the power unit 51. In a top view of the vehicle, the left radiator 61L does not overlap with the power unit 51.

[0199] <6. Side cover 35> Refer to Figures 6-9. Figure 7 is a left side view of the vehicle frame 3, battery 41, power unit 51, left radiator 61L, and side cover 35. Figure 8 is a right side view of the vehicle frame 3, battery 41, power unit 51, right radiator 61R, and side cover 35. Figure 9 is a top view of the vehicle frame 3, battery 41, power unit 51, radiator 61, and side cover 35.

[0200] The side cover 35 consists of a right cover 35R and a left cover 35L. The left cover 35L is positioned to the left of the right cover 35R. The left cover 35L is positioned at approximately the same height as the right cover 35R.

[0201] The right cover 35R and the left cover 35L each overlap with a portion of the head pipe 4 in a side view of the vehicle. The right cover 35R and the left cover 35L each extend to a position forward of the head pipe 4. The right cover 35R and the left cover 35L each overlap with a portion of the main frame 5 in a side view of the vehicle. The right cover 35R and the left cover 35L each overlap with a portion of the down frame 6 in a side view of the vehicle. The right cover 35R and the left cover 35L each overlap with at least a portion of the reinforcing frame 12 in a side view of the vehicle. For example, the right cover 35R and the left cover 35L each overlap with the entire reinforcing frame 12 in a side view of the vehicle. The right cover 35R and the left cover 35L each are positioned above the connecting member 13. The right cover 35R does not overlap with the connecting member 13 in a side view of the vehicle. The left cover 35L does not overlap with the connecting member 13 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0202] The right cover 35R and the left cover 35L each overlap with at least a portion of the battery 41 in a side view of the vehicle. The right cover 35R and the left cover 35L are each positioned above the power unit 51. The right cover 35R does not overlap with the power unit 51 in a side view of the vehicle. The left cover 35L does not overlap with the power unit 51 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0203] The right cover 35R is positioned to the right of the right radiator 61R. In a side view of the vehicle, the right cover 35R overlaps with at least a portion of the right radiator 61R. For example, in a side view of the vehicle, the right cover 35R overlaps with the entire right radiator 61R. The right cover 35R extends from a position forward of the right radiator 61R to a position rearward of the right radiator 61R.

[0204] The left cover 35L is positioned to the left of the left radiator 61L. In a side view of the vehicle, the left cover 35L overlaps with at least a portion of the left radiator 61L. For example, in a side view of the vehicle, the left cover 35L overlaps with the entire left radiator 61L. The left cover 35L extends from a position forward of the left radiator 61L to a position rearward of the left radiator 61L.

[0205] The right cover 35R is positioned to the right of the right radiator 61R in a top view of the vehicle. The right cover 35R overlaps with at least a portion of the right radiator 61R in a top view of the vehicle. The right cover 35R extends to the right and forward from the right radiator 61R in a top view of the vehicle. The right cover 35R guides air to the right radiator 61R.

[0206] The left cover 35L is positioned to the left of the left radiator 61L in a top view of the vehicle. The left cover 35L overlaps with at least a portion of the left radiator 61L in a top view of the vehicle. The left cover 35L extends to the left and forward from the left radiator 61L in a top view of the vehicle. The left cover 35L guides air to the left cover 35L.

[0207] The right cover 35R supports the right radiator 61R. The right cover 35R supports the right portion of the right radiator 61R.

[0208] The electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is equipped with fastening members 63R and 64R. Fastening members 63R and 64R fasten the right cover 35R and the right radiator 61R, respectively. Fastening member 63R is attached to the upper part of the right radiator 61R. Fastening member 63R is positioned at approximately the same height as the reinforcing frame 12. At least a portion of fastening member 63R overlaps with the reinforcing frame 12 in a side view of the vehicle. At least a portion of fastening member 63R overlaps with the right reinforcing frame 12R in a side view of the vehicle. Fastening member 64R is positioned below fastening member 63R. Fastening member 64R is attached to the lower part of the right radiator 61R. At least a portion of fastening member 63R overlaps with the front portion 7 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0209] Similarly, the left cover 35L supports the left radiator 61L. The left cover 35L supports the left portion of the left radiator 61L.

[0210] The electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is equipped with fastening members 63L and 64L. Fastening members 63L and 64L fasten the left cover 35L and the left radiator 61L, respectively. Fastening member 63L is attached to the upper part of the left radiator 61L. Fastening member 63L is positioned at approximately the same height as the reinforcing frame 12. At least a portion of fastening member 63L overlaps with the reinforcing frame 12 in a side view of the vehicle. At least a portion of fastening member 63L overlaps with the left reinforcing frame 12L in a side view of the vehicle. Fastening member 64L is positioned below fastening member 63L. Fastening member 64L is attached to the lower part of the left radiator 61L. At least a portion of fastening member 64L overlaps with the front part 7 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0211] The right cover 35R is supported by the vehicle frame 3. The right radiator 61R is supported by the vehicle frame 3 via the right cover 35R. The right radiator 61R is not directly supported by the vehicle frame 3. The right radiator 61R is indirectly supported by the vehicle frame 3 via the right cover 35R.

[0212] The right radiator 61R does not come into contact with the vehicle frame 3. The right radiator 61R does not come into contact with the down frame 6. The right radiator 61R does not come into contact with the reinforcing frame 12. The right radiator 61R is not fastened to the vehicle frame 3 by bolts. The right radiator 61R is not fastened to the down frame 6 by bolts. The right radiator 61R is not fastened to the reinforcing frame 12 by bolts. The right radiator 61R is not attached to a bracket connected to the vehicle frame 3. The right radiator 61R is not attached to a bracket connected to the down frame 6. The right radiator 61R is not attached to a bracket connected to the reinforcing frame 12. In other words, the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 does not have a bracket interposed between the right radiator 61R and the vehicle frame 3. The electric saddle-type vehicle 1 does not have a bracket interposed between the right radiator 61R and the down frame 6. The electric saddle-type vehicle 1 does not have a bracket interposed between the right radiator 61R and the reinforcing frame 12.

[0213] Similarly, the left cover 35L is supported by the vehicle frame 3. The left radiator 61L is supported by the vehicle frame 3 via the left cover 35L. The left radiator 61L is not directly supported by the vehicle frame 3. The left radiator 61L is indirectly supported by the vehicle frame 3 via the left cover 35L.

[0214] The left radiator 61L does not come into contact with the vehicle frame 3. The left radiator 61L does not come into contact with the down frame 6. The left radiator 61L does not come into contact with the reinforcing frame 12. The left radiator 61L is not fastened to the vehicle frame 3 by bolts. The left radiator 61L is not fastened to the down frame 6 by bolts. The left radiator 61L is not fastened to the reinforcing frame 12 by bolts. The left radiator 61L is not attached to a bracket connected to the vehicle frame 3. The left radiator 61L is not attached to a bracket connected to the down frame 6. The left radiator 61L is not attached to a bracket connected to the reinforcing frame 12. In other words, the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 does not have a bracket interposed between the left radiator 61L and the vehicle frame 3. The electric saddle-type vehicle 1 does not have a bracket interposed between the left radiator 61L and the down frame 6. The electric saddle-type vehicle 1 does not have a bracket interposed between the left radiator 61L and the reinforcing frame 12.

[0215] The right cover 35R and the left cover 35L are both made of resin. The right cover 35R and the left cover 35L are not made of metal. The right cover 35R and the left cover 35L have lower rigidity than the body frame 3. The right cover 35R and the left cover 35L have lower rigidity than the down frame 6. The right cover 35R and the left cover 35L have lower rigidity than the reinforcing frame 12. The right cover 35R and the left cover 35L are both more flexible than the body frame 3. The right cover 35R and the left cover 35L are both more flexible than the down frame 6. The right cover 35R and the left cover 35L are both more flexible than the reinforcing frame 12.

[0216] For example, the right cover 35R and the left cover 35L each have lower rigidity than the right radiator 61R. For example, the right cover 35R and the left cover 35L each have lower rigidity than the left radiator 61L. The right cover 35R and the left cover 35L each flex more easily than the right radiator 61R. The right cover 35R and the left cover 35L each flex more easily than the left radiator 61L.

[0217] <7. Procedure for attaching and detaching the battery 41 to the electric saddle-type vehicle 1> Figure 10 is a front view illustrating the procedure for attaching and detaching the battery 41 to the vehicle frame 3. The procedure for removing the battery 41 from the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 includes a first step and a second step.

[0218] Step 1 Remove the side covers 35 from the vehicle frame 3. Specifically, remove the right cover 35R from the vehicle frame 3. Remove the left cover 35L from the vehicle frame 3. Even after the right cover 35R is removed from the vehicle frame 3, the right radiator 61R is still supported by the right cover 35R. Even after the left cover 35L is removed from the vehicle frame 3, the left radiator 61L is still supported by the left cover 35L. Therefore, the right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are also removed from the vehicle frame 3.

[0219] Step 2 The battery 41 is removed from the vehicle frame 3. Specifically, the connection between the battery 41 and a bracket (not shown) is released. Then, the battery 41 is moved upward relative to the main frame 5. The battery 41 passes between the right main frame 5R and the left main frame 5L. The battery 41 passes between the right reinforcing frame 12R and the left reinforcing frame 12L. The battery 41 passes between the right connecting member 13R and the left connecting member 13L. The battery 41 is moved to a position above the main frame 5. As a result, the battery 41 is removed from the electric saddle-type vehicle 1.

[0220] Figure 10 shows the battery 41 removed from the vehicle frame 3. The entire battery 41 is located outside the electric saddle-type vehicle 1. For example, the entire battery 41 is located above the main frame 5.

[0221] The procedure for attaching the battery 41 to the vehicle frame 3 is the reverse of the procedure for removing the battery 41 from the vehicle frame 3. The procedure for attaching the battery 41 to the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 includes the third and fourth steps.

[0222] Step 3 The battery 41 is mounted on the vehicle frame 3. Specifically, the battery 41 is moved from its position above the main frame 5. The battery 41 is moved toward the main frame 5. The battery 41 is moved downward relative to the main frame 5. The battery 41 passes between the right main frame 5R and the left main frame 5L. The battery 41 passes between the right reinforcing frame 12R and the left reinforcing frame 12L. The battery 41 passes between the right connecting member 13R and the left connecting member 13L. The battery 41 is installed between the right main frame 5R and the left main frame 5L. In this way, the battery 41 is mounted on the electric saddle-type vehicle 1.

[0223] Step 4 The side cover 35 is attached to the vehicle frame 3. Specifically, the right cover 35R is attached to the vehicle frame 3. The left cover 35L is attached to the vehicle frame 3. The right radiator 61R is still supported by the right cover 35R. The left radiator 61L is still supported by the left cover 35L. Therefore, the right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are also attached to the vehicle frame 3.

[0224] As described above, the battery 41 is attached to and detached from the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 by moving the battery 41 in the vertical direction Z relative to the main frame 5.

[0225] For reference, the procedure for attaching and detaching the power unit 51 to the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is briefly explained below.

[0226] The procedure for removing the power unit 51 from the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 includes steps 5 and 6. In step 5, the connecting member 13 is removed from the main frame 5 and the down frame 6. This allows the first connecting member 13 to move the power unit 51 in the width direction Y relative to the main frame 5 and the down frame 6. In step 6, the power unit 51 is moved in the width direction Y relative to the main frame 5 and the down frame 6. This removes the power unit 51 from the main frame 5 and the down frame 6.

[0227] The procedure for attaching the power unit 51 to the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 includes steps 7 and 8. In step 7, the power unit 51 is moved in the width direction Y relative to the main frame 5 and the down frame 6. This mounts the power unit 51 to the electric saddle-type vehicle 1. In step 8, the connecting member 13 is attached to the main frame 5 and the down frame 6. This prevents the power unit 51 from moving in the width direction Y relative to the main frame 5 and the down frame 6.

[0228] <8. Effects> The electric saddle-type vehicle 1 comprises a head pipe 4, a main frame 5, a down frame 6, and a reinforcing frame 12. The main frame 5 extends rearward from the head pipe 4. The down frame 6 extends downward from the head pipe 4. In a side view of the vehicle, the down frame 6 is positioned below the main frame 5. The reinforcing frame 12 is connected to the main frame 5 and the down frame 6. Therefore, the reinforcing frame 12 improves the rigidity of the main frame 5 and the down frame 6.

[0229] The electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is equipped with a battery 41, a right radiator 61R, and a left radiator 61L. At least a portion of the battery 41 overlaps with the main frame 5 in a side view of the vehicle. The right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the reinforcing frame 12. The left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the reinforcing frame 12. Here, at least a portion of the right radiator 61R overlaps with the reinforcing frame 12 in a side view of the vehicle. Therefore, interference between the right radiator 61R and other parts of the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is adequately prevented. For example, interference between the right radiator 61R and the front fork 21 is adequately prevented. Similarly, at least a portion of the left radiator 61L overlaps with the reinforcing frame 12 in a side view of the vehicle. Therefore, interference between the left radiator 61L and other parts of the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is also adequately prevented. For example, interference between the left radiator 61L and the front fork 21 is adequately prevented. Therefore, the right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are installed in their respective appropriate positions.

[0230] As described above, the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is equipped with a right radiator 61R and a left radiator 61L installed in appropriate positions.

[0231] The reinforcing frame 12 has a front end 12a. The entire right radiator 61R is positioned behind the front end 12a of the reinforcing frame 12. This further prevents interference between the right radiator 61R and other parts of the electric saddle-type vehicle 1. Similarly, the entire left radiator 61L is positioned behind the front end 12a of the reinforcing frame 12. This further prevents interference between the left radiator 61L and other parts of the electric saddle-type vehicle 1. Thus, the right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are each installed in more appropriate positions.

[0232] The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the reinforcing frame 12 when viewed from the front of the vehicle. Therefore, interference between the right radiator 61R and the reinforcing frame 12 is reliably prevented. Similarly, the left radiator 61L does not overlap with the reinforcing frame 12 when viewed from the front of the vehicle. Therefore, interference between the left radiator 61L and the reinforcing frame 12 is also reliably prevented. Thus, the right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are each installed in more appropriate positions.

[0233] The entire right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the entire reinforcing frame 12. Therefore, the right radiator 61R does not suitably overlap with the reinforcing frame 12 when viewed from the front of the vehicle.

[0234] The entire left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the entire reinforcing frame 12. Therefore, the left radiator 61L does not suitably overlap with the reinforcing frame 12 when viewed from the front of the vehicle.

[0235] The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the battery 41 when viewed from the front of the vehicle. Therefore, interference between the right radiator 61R and the battery 41 is reliably prevented. Similarly, the left radiator 61L does not overlap with the battery 41 when viewed from the front of the vehicle. Therefore, interference between the left radiator 61L and the battery 41 is also reliably prevented.

[0236] The entirety of the right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the entirety of the battery 41. Therefore, the right radiator 61R does not preferably overlap with the battery 41 when viewed from the front of the vehicle.

[0237] The entire left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the entire battery 41. Therefore, the left radiator 61L does not preferably overlap with the battery 41 when viewed from the front of the vehicle.

[0238] The right radiator 61R is positioned in front of the battery 41. When the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is running, air flows towards the rear. As described above, the right radiator 61R does not overlap with the battery 41 when viewed from the front of the vehicle. Therefore, when the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is running, the right radiator 61R allows air to flow toward the battery 41. Similarly, the left radiator 61L is positioned in front of the battery 41. As described above, the left radiator 61L does not overlap with the battery 41 when viewed from the front of the vehicle. Therefore, when the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is running, the left radiator 61L allows air to flow toward the battery 41. Thus, when the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is running, air flows smoothly over the surface of the battery 41. Consequently, when the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is running, the battery 41 can be efficiently cooled.

[0239] The entirety of the right radiator 61R is positioned in front of the entirety of the battery 41. Therefore, interference between the right radiator 61R and the battery 41 is reliably prevented.

[0240] The entire left radiator 61L is positioned in front of the entire battery 41. Therefore, interference between the left radiator 61L and the battery 41 is reliably prevented.

[0241] The head pipe 4 has a lower end 4b. The right radiator 61R has an upper end 61Ra. The upper end 61Ra of the right radiator 61R is positioned above the lower end 4b of the head pipe 4. Therefore, the right radiator 61R is positioned relatively high. Thus, the right radiator 61R is less likely to be damaged. For example, the right radiator 61R is less likely to be hit by flying stones when the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is in motion.

[0242] The left radiator 61L has an upper end 61La. The upper end 61La of the left radiator 61L is positioned above the lower end 4b of the head pipe 4. Therefore, the left radiator 61L is positioned relatively high. Thus, the left radiator 61L is less likely to be damaged. For example, the left radiator 61L is less likely to be hit by flying stones when the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is in motion.

[0243] The electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is equipped with a right cover 35R. The right cover 35R is positioned to the right of the right radiator 61R. Therefore, for example, when the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 tips over, the right cover 35R is the first to receive the impact from the ground. When the right cover 35R receives the impact, it easily flexes. When the right cover 35R receives the impact, it flexes before the right radiator 61R deforms. Here, the right radiator 61R is supported by the right cover 35R. Therefore, when the right cover 35R flexes, the position of the right radiator 61R easily changes. When the right cover 35R flexes, for example, the position of the right radiator 61R relative to the vehicle frame 3 easily changes. When the right cover 35R flexes, for example, the position of the right radiator 61R relative to the reinforcing frame 12 easily changes. When the right cover 35R flexes, for example, the position of the right radiator 61R relative to the down frame 6 easily changes. Therefore, even when the right cover 35R is subjected to an impact, the right radiator 61R does not directly bear the impact. Even when the right cover 35R is subjected to an impact, the right radiator 61R does not absorb the entire impact. The right cover 35R mitigates the impact on the right radiator 61R. Even when the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 overturns, it is difficult for the right radiator 61R to be crushed between the vehicle frame 3 and the ground. Even when the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 overturns, it is difficult for the right radiator 61R to be crushed between the reinforcing frame 12 and the ground. Even when the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 overturns, it is difficult for the right radiator 61R to be crushed between the down frame 6 and the ground. In other words, the right radiator 61R is not easily damaged. As described above, the right radiator 61R is suitably protected by the right cover 35R.

[0244] Similarly, the electric saddle-riding type vehicle 1 includes a left cover 35L. The left cover 35L is disposed to the left of the left radiator 61L. The left radiator 61L is supported by the left cover 35L. Therefore, the left radiator 61L is suitably protected by the left cover 35L.

[0245] All of the right radiator 61R overlaps with the right cover 35R in a side view of the vehicle. Therefore, the right radiator 61R is more suitably protected by the right cover 35R.

[0246] All of the left radiator 61L overlaps with the left cover 35L in a side view of the vehicle. Therefore, the left radiator 61L is more suitably protected by the left cover 35L.

[0247] The reinforcing frame 12 includes a right reinforcing frame 12R and a left reinforcing frame 12L. The right reinforcing frame 12R is connected to the main frame 5 and the down frame 6. The left reinforcing frame 12L is connected to the main frame 5 and the down frame 6. Therefore, the right reinforcing frame 12R and the left reinforcing frame 12L respectively improve the rigidity of the main frame 5 and the down frame 6. Thus, the reinforcing frame 12 suitably improves the rigidity of the main frame 5 and the down frame 6.

[0248] The right radiator 61R is disposed to the right of the right reinforcing frame 12R. The left radiator 61L is disposed to the left of the left reinforcing frame 12L. Here, the right radiator 61R overlaps with the right reinforcing frame 12R in a side view of the vehicle. Therefore, interference between the right radiator 61R and other components of the electric saddle-riding type vehicle 1 is appropriately prevented. Similarly, the left radiator 61L overlaps with the left reinforcing frame 12L in a side view of the vehicle. Therefore, interference between the left radiator 61L and other components of the electric saddle-riding type vehicle 1 is appropriately prevented. Accordingly, the right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are respectively installed at appropriate positions.

[0249] The right reinforcing frame 12R has a front end 12Ra. All of the right radiator 61R is disposed behind the front end 12Ra of the right reinforcing frame 12R. For this reason, interference between the right radiator and other components of the electric saddle-riding type vehicle is more appropriately prevented. Similarly, the left reinforcing frame 12L has a front end 12La. All of the left radiator 61L is disposed behind the front end 12La of the left reinforcing frame 12L. For this reason, interference between the left radiator 61L and other components of the electric saddle-riding type vehicle 1 is also more appropriately prevented. Thus, the right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are each installed at more appropriate positions.

[0250] The main frame 5 includes a right main frame 5R and a left main frame 5L. The left main frame 5L is disposed to the left of the right main frame 5R. The right reinforcing frame 12R is connected to the right main frame 5R and the down frame 6. For this reason, the right reinforcing frame 12R improves the rigidity of the right main frame 5R and the down frame 6. The left reinforcing frame 12L is connected to the left main frame 5L and the down frame 6. For this reason, the left reinforcing frame 12L improves the rigidity of the left main frame 5L and the down frame 6. Thus, even when the main frame 5 includes the right main frame 5R and the left main frame 5L, the reinforcing frame 12 suitably improves the rigidity of the main frame 5 and the down frame 6. Rather, when the main frame 5 includes the right main frame 5R and the left main frame 5L, the right reinforcing frame 12R and the left reinforcing frame 12L are very useful.

[0251] All of the right radiator 61R is disposed to the right of all of the right main frame 5R. For this reason, interference between the right radiator 61R and the main frame 5 is surely prevented. Similarly, all of the left radiator 61L is disposed to the left of all of the left main frame 5L. For this reason, interference between the left radiator 61L and the main frame 5 is also surely prevented.

[0252] The battery 41 is positioned to the left of the right main frame 5R and to the right of the left main frame 5L. When the battery 41 is positioned to the left of the right main frame 5R and to the right of the left main frame 5L, the separation distance between the right main frame 5R and the left main frame 5L in the width direction Y is relatively large. However, even when the battery 41 is positioned to the left of the right main frame 5R and to the right of the left main frame 5L, the main frame 5 still has adequate rigidity. This is because the right reinforcing frame 12R is connected to the right main frame 5R and the down frame 6, and the left reinforcing frame 12L is connected to the left main frame 5L and the down frame 6. Rather, when the battery 41 is positioned to the left of the right main frame 5R and to the right of the left main frame 5L, the right reinforcing frame 12R and the left reinforcing frame 12L are very useful.

[0253] The battery 41 is movable upward relative to the right main frame 5R and the left main frame 5L. When the battery 41 is movable upward relative to the right main frame 5R and the left main frame 5L, the separation distance between the right main frame 5R and the left main frame 5L in the width direction Y becomes even greater. However, even when the battery 41 is movable upward relative to the right main frame 5R and the left main frame 5L, the main frame 5 still has adequate rigidity. This is because the right reinforcing frame 12R is connected to the right main frame 5R and the down frame 6, and the left reinforcing frame 12L is connected to the left main frame 5L and the down frame 6. Rather, when the battery 41 is movable upward relative to the right main frame 5R and the left main frame 5L, the right reinforcing frame 12R and the left reinforcing frame 12L are very useful.

[0254] The electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is equipped with a power unit 51. The power unit 51 is located below the battery 41. The right radiator 61R is located above and in front of the power unit 51. Therefore, interference between the right radiator 61R and the power unit 51 is appropriately prevented. Similarly, the left radiator 61L is located above and in front of the power unit 51. Therefore, interference between the left radiator 61L and the power unit 51 is also appropriately prevented. Thus, the right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are installed in appropriate positions.

[0255] The right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L each cool the power unit 51. Therefore, the power unit 51 is properly cooled.

[0256] The electric saddle-type vehicle 1 is equipped with a front fork 21 and a front wheel 22. The front fork 21 is supported by the head pipe 4. The front wheel 22 is supported by the front fork 21. As described above, the right radiator 61R overlaps with the reinforcing frame 12 in a side view of the vehicle. Therefore, interference between the right radiator 61R and the front fork 21 is appropriately prevented. Similarly, the left radiator 61L overlaps with the reinforcing frame 12 in a side view of the vehicle. Therefore, interference between the left radiator 61L and the front fork 21 is also appropriately prevented. Thus, the right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L are each installed in appropriate positions.

[0257] <9. Modified Embodiments> This invention is not limited to the above embodiments and can be modified and implemented as follows.

[0258] (1) In this embodiment, the right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L each cooled the power unit 51. However, this is not limited to this. For example, at least one of the right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L does not need to cool the power unit 51. For example, at least one of the right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L may cool the battery 41. For example, at least one of the right radiator 61R and the left radiator 61L may cool both the battery 41 and the power unit 51.

[0259] (2) In the embodiment, the entire right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the entire main frame 5. The entire right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the entire right main frame 5R. The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the main frame 5 in a front view of the vehicle. The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the right main frame 5R in a front view of the vehicle. However, it is not limited to this. For example, at least a portion of the right radiator 61R may be positioned to the right of the entire main frame 5. At least a portion of the right radiator 61R may be positioned to the right of the entire right main frame 5R. The right radiator 61R may overlap with the main frame 5 in a front view of the vehicle. The right radiator 61R may overlap with the right main frame 5R in a front view of the vehicle.

[0260] Similarly, in this embodiment, the entire left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the entire main frame 5. The entire left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the entire left main frame 5L. The left radiator 61L does not overlap with the main frame 5 in a front view of the vehicle. The left radiator 61L does not overlap with the left main frame 5L in a front view of the vehicle. However, it is not limited to this. For example, at least a portion of the left radiator 61L may be positioned to the left of the entire main frame 5. At least a portion of the left radiator 61L may be positioned to the left of the entire left main frame 5L. The left radiator 61L may overlap with the main frame 5 in a front view of the vehicle. The left radiator 61L may overlap with the left main frame 5L in a front view of the vehicle.

[0261] (3) In this embodiment, the entire right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the entire reinforcing frame 12. The entire right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the entire right reinforcing frame 12R. The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the reinforcing frame 12 in a front view of the vehicle. The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the right reinforcing frame 12R in a front view of the vehicle. However, it is not limited to this. For example, at least a portion of the right radiator 61R may be positioned to the right of the entire reinforcing frame 12. At least a portion of the right radiator 61R may be positioned to the right of the entire right reinforcing frame 12R. The right radiator 61R may overlap with the reinforcing frame 12 in a front view of the vehicle. The right radiator 61R may overlap with the right reinforcing frame 12R in a front view of the vehicle.

[0262] Similarly, in this embodiment, the entire left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the entire reinforcing frame 12. The entire left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the entire left reinforcing frame 12L. The left radiator 61L does not overlap with the reinforcing frame 12 in a front view of the vehicle. The left radiator 61L does not overlap with the left reinforcing frame 12L in a front view of the vehicle. However, this is not limited to this. For example, at least a portion of the left radiator 61L may be positioned to the left of the entire reinforcing frame 12. At least a portion of the left radiator 61L may be positioned to the left of the entire left reinforcing frame 12L. The left radiator 61L may overlap with the reinforcing frame 12 in a front view of the vehicle. The left radiator 61L may overlap with the left reinforcing frame 12L in a front view of the vehicle.

[0263] (4) In this embodiment, the entire right radiator 61R is positioned to the right of the entire battery 41. The right radiator 61R does not overlap with the battery 41 in a front view of the vehicle. However, it is not limited to this. For example, at least a portion of the right radiator 61R may be positioned to the right of the entire battery 41. The right radiator 61R may overlap with the battery 41 in a front view of the vehicle.

[0264] Similarly, in this embodiment, the entire left radiator 61L is positioned to the left of the entire battery 41. The left radiator 61L does not overlap with the battery 41 in a front view of the vehicle. However, it is not limited to this. For example, at least a portion of the left radiator 61L may be positioned to the left of the entire battery 41. The left radiator 61L may overlap with the battery 41 in a front view of the vehicle.

[0265] (5) In this embodiment, the right radiator 61R is not attached to a bracket connected to the vehicle frame 3. In other words, the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 does not have a bracket interposed between the right radiator 61R and the vehicle frame 3. However, it is not limited to this. The right radiator 61R may be attached to a first bracket connected to the vehicle frame 3. In other words, the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 may have a first bracket interposed between the right radiator 61R and the vehicle frame 3. The right radiator 61R may be supported by at least one of the right cover 35R and the first bracket.

[0266] Similarly, in this embodiment, the left radiator 61L is not attached to a bracket connected to the vehicle frame 3. In other words, the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 does not have a bracket interposed between the left radiator 61L and the vehicle frame 3. However, it is not limited to this. The left radiator 61L may be attached to a second bracket connected to the vehicle frame 3. In other words, the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 may have a second bracket interposed between the left radiator 61L and the vehicle frame 3. The left radiator 61L may be supported by at least one of the left cover 35L and the second bracket.

[0267] This modified embodiment will be specifically described. The first bracket and the second bracket are each fastened to the vehicle body frame 3 by bolts. For example, at least one of the first bracket and the second bracket is fastened to the down frame 6 by bolts. For example, at least one of the first bracket and the second bracket is fastened to the reinforcing frame 12 by bolts. The right radiator 61R is fastened to the first bracket by bolts. The left radiator 61L is fastened to the second bracket by bolts. The second bracket may be integral with the first bracket. The second bracket may be inseparable from the first bracket. Alternatively, the second bracket may be separate from the first bracket.

[0268] Here, it is preferable that the first bracket and the second bracket each have a lower rigidity than the vehicle body frame 3. It is preferable that the first bracket and the second bracket each have a lower rigidity than the down frame 6. It is preferable that the first bracket and the second bracket each have a lower rigidity than the reinforcing frame 12. It is preferable that the first bracket and the second bracket each be more flexible than the vehicle body frame 3. It is preferable that the first bracket and the second bracket each be more flexible than the down frame 6. It is preferable that the first bracket and the second bracket each be more flexible than the reinforcing frame 12.

[0269] Furthermore, it is preferable that the first bracket have a lower rigidity than the right radiator 61R. It is preferable that the first bracket be more flexible than the right radiator 61R. It is preferable that the second bracket have a lower rigidity than the left radiator 61L. It is preferable that the second bracket be more flexible than the left radiator 61L.

[0270] The first bracket may be made of resin or metal. The second bracket may be made of resin or metal.

[0271] According to this modified embodiment, when the right radiator 61R and the first bracket are subjected to impact, the first bracket deforms before the right radiator 61R deforms. Therefore, the first bracket mitigates the impact on the right radiator 61R. Thus, the right radiator 61R is less likely to be damaged. Consequently, the right radiator 61R is suitably protected. Similarly, when the left radiator 61L and the second bracket are subjected to impact, the second bracket deforms before the left radiator 61L deforms. Therefore, the second bracket mitigates the impact on the left radiator 61L. Thus, the left radiator 61L is less likely to be damaged. Consequently, the left radiator 61L is suitably protected.

[0272] (6) In this embodiment, the reinforcing frame 12 comprises a right reinforcing frame 12R and a left reinforcing frame 12L. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the reinforcing frame 12 may comprise only one of the right reinforcing frame 12R and the left reinforcing frame 12L. In other words, the other of the right reinforcing frame 12R and the left reinforcing frame 12L may be omitted. For example, the reinforcing frame 12 may comprise a central reinforcing frame (not shown). For example, the reinforcing frame 12 may comprise a central reinforcing frame in addition to the right reinforcing frame 12R and the left reinforcing frame 12L. Alternatively, the reinforcing frame 12 may comprise a central reinforcing frame instead of the right reinforcing frame 12R and the left reinforcing frame 12L. The reinforcing frame 12 may comprise only a central reinforcing frame. Here, the central reinforcing frame is connected to the main frame 5 and the down frame 6. The central reinforcing frame extends rearward from the down frame 6. These modified embodiments also adequately reinforce the main frame 5 and the down frame 6.

[0273] (7) In this embodiment, the reinforcing frame 12 has a rod shape or a pipe shape, but is not limited to this. At least a part of the reinforcing frame 12 may have a plate shape. For example, at least a part of the reinforcing frame 12 may have a plate shape perpendicular to the width direction Y. The portion of the battery 41 that overlaps with the reinforcing frame 12 in a side view of the vehicle is called the "protection area". According to this modified embodiment, it is easy to enlarge the protection area of ​​the battery 41. Therefore, the connecting member 13 protects the battery 41 more effectively.

[0274] (8) In this embodiment, the reinforcing frame 12 is connected to the central front portion 7C. However, it is not limited to this. The reinforcing frame 12 may be connected to the right front portion 7R. The right reinforcing frame 12R may be connected to the right front portion 7R. The reinforcing frame 12 may be connected to the left front portion 7L. The left reinforcing frame 12L may be connected to the left front portion 7L.

[0275] (9) In this embodiment, the reinforcing frame 12 is connected to the front portion 7, but is not limited thereto. The reinforcing frame 12 may also be connected to the lower portion 8.

[0276] (10) In this embodiment, the reinforcing frame 12 extends in the longitudinal direction X when viewed from the side of the vehicle. However, it is not limited to this. The reinforcing frame 12 may also extend in the vertical direction Z when viewed from the side of the vehicle.

[0277] (11) In the embodiment, the reinforcing frame 12 was curved, but is not limited thereto. The reinforcing frame 12 may extend in a straight line. The right reinforcing frame 12R may extend in a straight line. The left reinforcing frame 12L may extend in a straight line.

[0278] (12) In this embodiment, there was one front wheel 22. However, it is not limited to this. There may be two front wheels 22. In this embodiment, there was one rear wheel 32. However, it is not limited to this. There may be two rear wheels 32.

[0279] (13) In the embodiment, an off-road vehicle was given as an example of an electric saddle-type vehicle 1. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the electric saddle-type vehicle 1 may be changed to other types of vehicles such as a scooter type, street type, sports type, or off-road vehicle (ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE).

[0280] (14) The embodiments and each modified embodiment described in (1) to (13) above may be further modified as appropriate by substituting or combining each component with the components of other modified embodiments. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0281] 1: Electric saddle-type vehicle 3: Vehicle frame 4: Headpipe 5: Mainframe 5R: Right main frame 5L: Left main frame 6: Down frame 7: Front part 7C: Central front part 7R: Right front part 7L: Left front part 8: Lower part 8R: Lower right part 8L: lower left part 10: Pivot Frame 11: Pivot axis 12: Reinforcement frame 13: Connecting member 13R: Right connecting member (first connecting member or second connecting member) 13L: Left connecting member (first connecting member or second connecting member) 14, 14R, 14L: 1st part 15, 15R, 15L: 2nd part 16, 16R, 16L: 3rd part 17, 17R, 17L: Fastening members (first fastening point) 18, 18R, 18L: Fastening members (second fastening point) 19, 19R, 19L: Fastening members (third fastening point) 22: Front wheel 33: Rear wheel 35: Side cover 35R: Right cover 35L: Left cover 41: Battery 51: Power Unit 53: Inverter 55: Electric motor 61: Radiator 61R: Right radiator 61Ra: Upper edge of the right radiator 61Rb: Lower end of the right radiator 61L: Left radiator 61La: Top of left radiator 61Lb: Lower end of left radiator 63R, 64R: Fastening component for the right radiator 63L, 64L: Fastening component for the left radiator X: Front-to-back direction of an electric saddle-type vehicle Y: Width direction of the electric saddle-type vehicle Z: Up and down direction of electric saddle-type vehicle

Claims

1. It is an electric saddle-type vehicle, Head pipe and, The main frame extends rearward from the aforementioned head pipe, A down frame extending downward from the head pipe and positioned below the main frame in a side view of the electric saddle-type vehicle, The main frame and the reinforcing frame connected to the down frame, In a side view of the aforementioned electric saddle-type vehicle, the battery overlaps with at least a portion of the main frame, The right radiator is positioned to the right of the aforementioned reinforcing frame, The left radiator is located to the left of the aforementioned reinforcing frame, Equipped with, At least a portion of the right radiator overlaps with the reinforcing frame in a side view of the electric saddle-type vehicle. At least a portion of the left radiator overlaps with the reinforcing frame in a side view of the electric saddle-type vehicle. Electric saddle-type vehicle.

2. In the electric saddle-type vehicle described in claim 1, The reinforcing frame has a front end, The entirety of the right radiator is positioned behind the front end of the reinforcing frame. The entirety of the left radiator is positioned behind the front end of the reinforcing frame. Electric saddle-type vehicle.

3. In the electric saddle-type vehicle according to claim 1 or 2, The right radiator, in a front view of the electric saddle-type vehicle, does not overlap with the reinforcing frame. The left radiator, in a front view of the electric saddle-type vehicle, does not overlap with the reinforcing frame. Electric saddle-type vehicle.

4. In an electric saddle-type vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 3, The entirety of the right radiator is positioned to the right of the entirety of the reinforcing frame. The entirety of the left radiator is positioned to the left of the entirety of the reinforcing frame. Electric saddle-type vehicle.

5. In an electric saddle-type vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 4, The aforementioned right radiator does not overlap with the battery in a front view of the electric saddle-type vehicle. The left radiator is not located in the front view of the electric saddle-type vehicle, and does not overlap with the battery. Electric saddle-type vehicle.

6. In an electric saddle-type vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 5, The entirety of the aforementioned right radiator is positioned to the right of the entirety of the aforementioned battery. The entirety of the left radiator is positioned to the left of the entirety of the battery. Electric saddle-type vehicle.

7. In an electric saddle-type vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 6, The entirety of the right radiator is positioned in front of the entirety of the battery. The entirety of the left radiator is positioned in front of the entirety of the battery. Electric saddle-type vehicle.

8. In an electric saddle-type vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 7, The head pipe has a lower end, The right radiator has an upper end, The left radiator has an upper end, The upper end of the right radiator is positioned above the lower end of the head pipe. The upper end of the left radiator is positioned above the lower end of the head pipe. Electric saddle-type vehicle.

9. In an electric saddle-type vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 8, The aforementioned electric saddle-type vehicle is The right cover is located to the right of the aforementioned right radiator, The left cover is located to the left of the aforementioned left radiator, Equipped with, The aforementioned right radiator is supported by the aforementioned right cover, The left radiator is supported by the left cover. Electric saddle-type vehicle.

10. In the electric saddle-type vehicle described in claim 9, The entirety of the right radiator overlaps with the right cover in a side view of the electric saddle-type vehicle. The entirety of the left radiator overlaps with the left cover in a side view of the electric saddle-type vehicle. Electric saddle-type vehicle.

11. In an electric saddle-type vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 10, The aforementioned reinforcing frame is The main frame and the right reinforcing frame connected to the down frame, The main frame and the left reinforcing frame connected to the down frame, Equipped with, The right radiator is positioned to the right of the right reinforcing frame. The left radiator is positioned to the left of the left reinforcing frame. The right radiator, in a side view of the electric saddle-type vehicle, overlaps with the right reinforcing frame. The left radiator overlaps with the left reinforcing frame in a side view of the electric saddle-type vehicle. Electric saddle-type vehicle.

12. In the electric saddle-type vehicle according to claim 11, The aforementioned mainframe is Right main frame and, The left main frame is positioned to the left of the aforementioned right main frame, Equipped with, The aforementioned right reinforcing frame is connected to the aforementioned right main frame and the aforementioned down frame, The left reinforcing frame is connected to the left main frame and the down frame, The entirety of the right radiator is positioned to the right of the entirety of the right main frame. The entirety of the left radiator is positioned to the left of the entirety of the left main frame. Electric saddle-type vehicle.

13. In the electric saddle-type vehicle according to claim 12, The battery is positioned to the left of the right main frame and to the right of the left main frame. Electric saddle-type vehicle.

14. In the electric saddle-type vehicle according to claim 12 or 13, The battery is movable upward relative to the right main frame and the left main frame. Electric saddle-type vehicle.

15. In an electric saddle-type vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 14, The aforementioned electric saddle-type vehicle is A power unit located below the aforementioned battery, Equipped with, The aforementioned right radiator is positioned above and in front of the aforementioned power unit. The left radiator is positioned above and in front of the power unit. Electric saddle-type vehicle.

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