A method for communicating information to a recreational vehicle and the rider of a recreational vehicle.

Abstract

The present invention provides a system and method for providing a rider with customized information regarding recreational vehicles and / or the rider's mobile communication devices. [Solution] A recreational vehicle for use by a driver and a first passenger is disclosed. The recreational vehicle comprises a controller supported by a frame. The controller is configured to communicate first voice information between a driver mobile communication device and a driver voice interface device, and to communicate second voice information between a first passenger mobile communication device and a first passenger voice interface device, and is adapted to be wirelessly coupled to at least three of the driver mobile communication device, driver voice interface device, first passenger mobile communication device, and first passenger voice interface device.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a system and method for displaying information regarding a recreational vehicle to a rider, and more particularly, to a system and method for providing customized information regarding a recreational vehicle and / or a rider's portable communication device to the rider.

Background Art

[0002] Recreational vehicles such as motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), side-by-side vehicles, utility vehicles, and snowmobiles are widely used for recreational purposes. These vehicles may be used on both roads and unpaved roads, or may be used only on unpaved roads.

Summary of the Invention

[0003] The present application discloses a system and method for presenting information to a rider of a recreational vehicle, and a system and method for providing customized visual information to a rider of a recreational vehicle. The present application further discloses a system and method for connecting between a driver portable communication device and a driver voice interface device through a recreational vehicle to transmit voice information, and for connecting between a passenger portable communication device and a passenger voice interface device to transmit voice information.

[0004] In one embodiment of the present disclosure, a recreational vehicle for operator operation comprises a plurality of ground engagement members, a frame supported by the plurality of ground engagement members, a prime mover supported by the frame and operably coupled to at least one of the plurality of ground engagement members to power the movement of the recreational vehicle, and a steering system supported by the frame and operably coupled to at least some of the plurality of ground engagement members to move the portion of the plurality of ground engagement members relative to the frame. The steering system includes a steering member adapted to be gripped by the operator of the recreational vehicle, the steering member being movable relative to the frame. The recreational vehicle further comprises a user interface system supported by the frame. The user interface system includes a display configurable to display a first screen layout having at least a first region having a first region layout selected from at least one predefined group of region layouts. The display is also configurable to display a second screen layout having a second region layout selected from at least one predefined group of region layouts.

[0005] In another embodiment of the present disclosure, a method for communicating information to a LiDAR of a recreational vehicle comprises the step of providing a display supported by the frame of the recreational vehicle. The display can be configured to display a first screen layout, the first screen layout including a first region having a first region layout selectable from at least one predefined group of region layouts. The display can also be configured to display a second region having a second region layout selectable from the at least one predefined group of region layouts. The method also comprises the steps of receiving a first selection for the first region layout, receiving a second selection for the second region, and storing the first and second selections in a memory associated with the recreational vehicle.

[0006] In a further embodiment of the present disclosure, a recreational vehicle for operator operation comprises a plurality of ground engagement members, a frame supported by the plurality of ground engagement members, a prime mover supported by the frame and operably coupled to at least one of the plurality of ground engagement members to power the movement of the recreational vehicle, and a steering system supported by the frame and operably coupled to at least a portion of the plurality of ground engagement members to move the portion of the plurality of ground engagement members relative to the frame. The steering system includes a steering member adapted to be gripped by the operator of the recreational vehicle, the steering member being movable relative to the frame. Furthermore, the recreational vehicle comprises a user interface system supported by the frame, the user interface system including a plurality of user inputs supported by the steering member and a display spaced apart from the steering member. The display can be configured to sequentially provide at least three different screen layouts in response to at least two activations of a first user input among the plurality of user inputs.

[0007] In one embodiment of the present disclosure, a method for communicating information to a rider of a recreational vehicle comprises the step of providing a display supported by the frame of the recreational vehicle. The display is configured to provide at least three screen layouts. The method also comprises the step of providing a plurality of user inputs supported by a steering member of the steering system of the recreational vehicle. The steering member is movable relative to the frame. Furthermore, in response to at least two activations of a first input among the plurality of user inputs, the method comprises the step of sequentially cyclically displaying the at least three screen layouts configured to be displayed on the display.

[0008] In a further embodiment of the present disclosure, a recreational vehicle for use by a driver and at least a first passenger is disclosed. The driver has a driver portable communication device and a driver voice interface device having a microphone and a speaker. The first passenger has a first passenger portable communication device and a first passenger voice interface device having a microphone and a speaker. The recreational vehicle comprises a plurality of ground engagement members, a frame supported by the plurality of ground engagement members, a prime mover supported by the frame and operably coupled to at least one of the plurality of ground engagement members to power the movement of the recreational vehicle, and a steering system supported by the frame and operably coupled to at least a portion of the plurality of ground engagement members to move the portion of the plurality of ground engagement members relative to the frame. The steering system includes a steering member adapted to be gripped by the driver of the recreational vehicle, the steering member being movable relative to the frame. The vehicle further comprises at least one controller supported by the frame. The at least one controller is adapted to be operably coupled to the driver mobile communication device, the driver voice interface device, the passenger mobile communication device, and the passenger voice interface device. The at least one controller is configured to communicate voice information between the driver mobile communication device and the driver voice interface device through the at least one controller, and to communicate voice information between the passenger mobile communication device and the passenger voice interface device through the at least one controller.

[0009] In another embodiment of the present disclosure, a method for communicating information to a driver and at least a first passenger of a recreational vehicle is disclosed. The driver has a driver portable communication device and a driver voice interface device having a microphone and a speaker. The first passenger has a first passenger portable communication device and a first passenger voice interface device having a microphone and a speaker. The method comprises the step of operably coupling at least one controller of the recreational vehicle with the driver portable communication device, the driver voice interface device, the first passenger portable communication device, and the first passenger voice interface device. The method also includes the step of routing voice information through at least one controller of the recreational vehicle between (a) the driver mobile communication device and the driver voice interface device and (b) the first passenger mobile communication device and the passenger voice interface device, wherein voice information is routed between the driver mobile communication device and the driver voice interface device when a call is made by the driver mobile communication device, and voice information is routed between the first passenger mobile communication device and the first passenger voice interface device when a call is made by the first passenger mobile communication device.

[0010] Further features of this disclosure will become more apparent to those skilled in the art by considering the following detailed description of exemplary embodiments that represent the best mode of carrying out the present invention as currently recognized.

[0011] The advantages and features of the embodiments of this disclosure will become even clearer from the following detailed description of exemplary embodiments, when considered in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0012] [Figure 1]This is a diagram illustrating an example vehicle. [Figure 2] Figure 1 is a diagram illustrating an exemplary power system of the vehicle. [Figure 3] This is a diagram illustrating an exemplary component of the vehicle shown in Figure 1, which is operablely coupled to a group management master controller. [Figure 4] This is an exemplary front and left side perspective view of a motorcycle. [Figure 5] Figure 4 shows perspective views of the rear and right side of the motorcycle. [Figure 6] Figure 4 is a left side view of the motorcycle. [Figure 7] Figure 4 is a top view of the motorcycle. [Figure 8] This is a partial view of the motorcycle from the driver's position on the motorcycle, showing the user interface system of the motorcycle in Figure 4. [Figure 9] Figure 8 shows a first exemplary boarding screen layout for the display of the user interface system. [Figure 10] Figure 8 shows a second exemplary boarding screen layout for the user interface system display. [Figure 11] Figure 8 shows a third exemplary boarding screen layout for the user interface system display. [Figure 12] Figure 8 shows an exemplary audio screen layout for the user interface system display. [Figure 13] Figure 8 shows an exemplary power-off screen layout for the user interface system display. [Figure 14] Figure 8 shows an exemplary connectivity screen layout for the display of the user interface system. [Figure 15] Figure 8 shows an exemplary map / navigation screen layout for the user interface system display. [Figure 16] Figures 9 to 11 show exemplary layouts of customizable areas for the boarding screen. [Figure 17] An exemplary selection input for a customizable area shown in FIG. 16. [Figure 18A] A first exemplary trip screen layout for display on the display of the user interface system of FIG. 8 in one of the customizable areas of FIG. 16. [Figure 18B] A second exemplary trip screen layout for display on the display of the user interface system of FIG. 8 in one of the customizable areas of FIG. 16. [Figure 19A] A first exemplary boarding data screen layout for display on the display of the user interface system of FIG. 8 in one of the customizable areas of FIG. 16. [Figure 19B] A second exemplary boarding data screen layout for display on the display of the user interface system of FIG. 8 in one of the customizable areas of FIG. 16. [Figure 20A] A first exemplary vehicle information screen layout for display on the display of the user interface system of FIG. 8 in one of the customizable areas of FIG. 16. [Figure 20B] A second exemplary vehicle information screen layout for display on the display of the user interface system of FIG. 8 in one of the customizable areas of FIG. 16. [Figure 21A] A first exemplary vehicle status screen layout for display on the display of the user interface system of FIG. 8 in one of the customizable areas of FIG. 16. [Figure 21B] A second exemplary vehicle status screen layout for display on the display of the user interface system of FIG. 8 in one of the customizable areas of FIG. 16. [Figure 22A] A first exemplary audio screen layout for display on the display of the user interface system of FIG. 8 in one of the customizable areas of FIG. 16. [Figure 22B] A second exemplary audio screen layout for display on a display of the user interface system of FIG. 8 in one of the customizable regions of FIG. 16. [Figure 23] An exemplary connectivity screen layout for display on a display of the user interface system of FIG. 8 in one of the customizable regions of FIG. 16. [Figure 24] An exemplary map / navigation screen layout for display on a display of the user interface system of FIG. 8 in one of the customizable regions of FIG. 16. [Figure 25] Another exemplary layout of a customizable region for a riding screen from FIGS. 9 to 11. [Figure 26] An exemplary map screen layout disposed in one of the customizable regions of FIG. 25. [Figure 27] An exemplary selection input for the larger customizable region shown in FIG. 26. [Figure 28] An exemplary remaining range screen layout disposed in one of the customizable regions of FIG. 25. [Figure 29] An exemplary selection input for the smaller customizable region shown in FIG. 28. [Figure 30] An exemplary cyclic sequence stored on a non-transitory computer-readable medium accessible by the controller associated with the user interface system of FIG. 8. [Figure 31] An exemplary navigation sequence for a map screen layout stored on a non-transitory computer-readable medium accessible by the controller associated with the user interface system of FIG. 8. [Figure 32] A representation diagram of the connectivity arrangement of the vehicle of FIG. 2. [Figure 33]Figure 32 is a diagram illustrating the audio flow of the sequence shown, indicating that audio information between the driver's mobile communication device and the driver's voice interface device passes through the vehicle's controller. [Figure 34] Figure 32 is a diagram illustrating the audio flow of the sequence shown, indicating that audio information between a passenger mobile communication device and a passenger voice interface device passes through the vehicle's controller. [Figure 35] This is an exemplary sequence stored on a non-temporary, computer-readable medium accessible to the controller associated with the user interface system in Figure 8, for routing voice information from an incoming call. [Figure 36] This is an example notification screen layout for the display of the user interface system shown in Figure 8 for incoming calls. [Figure 37] This is an exemplary sequence, stored on a non-temporary, computer-readable medium, accessible to the controller associated with the user interface system in Figure 8, for options related to incoming phone calls or incoming texts. [Figure 38] This is an example notification screen layout for the display of the user interface system shown in Figure 8 for incoming text messages. [Figure 39] This is an exemplary sequence stored on a non-temporary, computer-readable medium accessible to the controller associated with the user interface system in Figure 8, for routing voice information from an outgoing call. [Figure 40] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the vehicle. [Figure 41] Figure 1 shows an exemplary embodiment of a home screen for a display in an alternative vehicle embodiment. [Figure 42] Figure 41 shows an exemplary embodiment of an optional screen for the display. [Figure 43] Figure 42 is a flowchart illustrating the operation of the options screen. [Figure 44]Figure 41 shows an exemplary embodiment of the driving mode input screen for the display. [Figure 45] Figure 41 shows an exemplary embodiment of an accessory input screen for a display. [Figure 46A] This is an exemplary embodiment of image adjustment accessed via the map options screen for the display shown in Figure 41. [Figure 46B] This is a further exemplary embodiment of another image adjustment accessed via the map options screen in Figure 46A. [Figure 47] Figure 41 shows an exemplary embodiment of a telephone options screen for a display. [Figure 48A] This is an optional, exemplary embodiment shown on the display in Figure 41 when the camera on the vehicle is acquiring a still image or a live image. [Figure 48B] Another exemplary optional embodiment shown on the display in Figure 41 when the camera on the vehicle is acquiring a still image or a live image. [Figure 48C] Figure 41 is an exemplary embodiment illustrating the overview of the riding parameters shown on the display. [Figure 48D] This is an exemplary embodiment of the display showing a plurality of cameras on the vehicle that can be selected by the operator. [Figure 49] Figure 41 shows an exemplary embodiment of a security alarm for a security options screen on a display. [Figure 50] Figure 41 shows an exemplary embodiment of the settings input screen for the display. [Figure 51] Figure 41 shows an exemplary embodiment of a diagnostic input screen for a display. [Figure 52] Figure 41 shows an exemplary embodiment of the suspension setting input screen for the display. [Figure 53] Figure 41 shows an exemplary embodiment of the clutch setting input screen for the display. [Figure 54] Figure 41 shows an exemplary embodiment of a speed key input screen for a display. [Figure 55] Figure 41 shows an exemplary embodiment of the operating status input screen for the display. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0013] Various embodiments of the present invention are described in detail with reference to the drawings, where similar reference numerals represent similar parts and assemblies across some of the drawings. References to various embodiments are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention, which is limited only by the claims appended herein. Furthermore, none of the examples described herein are intended to be limiting, but merely illustrate some of the many possible embodiments of the present invention.

[0014] Referring to Figure 1, a recreational vehicle 100 is depicted. The recreational vehicle 100 includes a plurality of ground engagement members 102. Exemplary ground engagement members include skis, tracks, wheels, and other suitable devices for supporting the vehicle 100 against the ground. The recreational vehicle 100 further includes a frame 104 supported by the plurality of ground engagement members 102. In one embodiment, the frame 104 includes cast parts, welded parts, tubular parts, or a combination thereof. In one embodiment, the frame 104 is a rigid frame. In one embodiment, the frame 104 has at least two parts that are movable relative to each other.

[0015] The operator support section 106 is supported by the frame 104. An exemplary operator support section includes a saddle seat, bench seat, bucket seat, and other suitable support members. In addition to the operator support section 106, the recreational vehicle 100 may further include a passenger support section. An exemplary passenger support section includes a saddle seat, bench seat, bucket seat, and other suitable support members.

[0016] The power system 110 is supported by the frame 104. The power system 110 provides the driving force and transmits this driving force to at least one of the ground engagement members 102 to power the movement of the recreational vehicle 100.

[0017] Referring to Figure 2, one embodiment of the power system 110 is shown. The power system 110 includes a prime mover 112. Exemplary prime movers 112 include internal combustion engines, two-stroke internal combustion engines, four-stroke internal combustion engines, diesel engines, electric motors, hybrid engines, and other suitable prime movers. A power supply system 114 is provided to start the prime mover 112. The type of power supply system 114 depends on the type of prime mover 112 used. In one embodiment, the prime mover 112 is an internal combustion engine, and the power supply system 114 is either a pull-start system or an electric start system. In one embodiment, the prime mover 112 is an electric motor, and the power supply system 114 is a switch system that electrically connects one or more batteries to the electric motor.

[0018] A transmission 116 is coupled to the prime mover 112. The transmission 116 is shown to have a stepped transmission 118 and a continuously variable transmission ("CVT") 120. The CVT 120 is coupled to the prime mover 112. Furthermore, the stepped transmission 118 is coupled to the CVT 120. In one embodiment, the stepped transmission 118 includes forward high speed setting, forward low speed setting, neutral setting, parking setting, and reverse setting. Power transmitted from the prime mover 112 to the CVT 120 is supplied to the drive member of the CVT 120. The drive member then supplies power to the driven member through a belt. Exemplary CVTs are disclosed in U.S. Patents 3,861,229, 6,176,796, 6,120,399, 6,860,826, and 6,938,508, the disclosures of which are expressly incorporated herein by reference. The driven member provides power to the input shaft of the stepped transmission 118. Although the transmission 116 is shown as including both the stepped transmission 118 and the CVT 120, the transmission 116 may include only one of the stepped transmission 118 or the CVT 120.

[0019] In the illustrated embodiment, the transmission 116 is further coupled to at least one differential 122, which in turn is coupled to at least one ground engagement member 102. The differential 122 may transmit power from the transmission 116 to one or more of the ground engagement members 102. In one embodiment of an ATV, one or both of a front differential and a rear differential are provided. The front differential supplies power to at least one of the two front wheels of the ATV, and the rear differential supplies power to at least one of the two rear wheels. In one embodiment of a utility vehicle, one or both of a front differential and a rear differential are provided. The front differential supplies power to at least one of the two front wheels of the utility vehicle, and the rear differential supplies power to at least one of the multiple rear wheels of the utility vehicle. In one example, the utility vehicle has three axles, with one differential provided on each axle. In one embodiment of a motorcycle, the differential 122 and CVT 120 are generally not included. Instead, a stepped transmission 118 is coupled to at least one rear wheel via a chain or belt. In another embodiment of a motorcycle, the differential 122 is not included. Instead, a CVT 120 is coupled to at least one rear wheel via a chain or belt. In one embodiment of a snowmobile, the differential 122 is not included. Instead, a CVT 120 is coupled to a track via a chain case. In one embodiment of a golf cart, the transmission is not included. Instead, an electric motor is directly coupled to the differential 122. An exemplary differential is a helical gear set. The motor can be actuated in a first direction for the forward movement of the golf cart and in a second direction for the reverse movement of the golf cart.Although mentioned in relation to golf carts, the concepts described herein may be used in relation to any electric vehicle.

[0020] The recreational vehicle 100 further includes a braking / traction system 130. In one embodiment, the braking / traction system 130 includes an anti-lock brake. In one embodiment, the braking / traction system 130 includes an active downhill control device and / or engine brake. In one embodiment, the braking / traction system 130 includes brakes, and in some embodiments, a separate parking brake. The braking / traction system 130 may be coupled to any of the prime mover 112, transmission 116, differential 122, and ground engagement member 102, or to a connecting drive member between them.

[0021] Returning to Figure 1, the recreational vehicle 100 further includes a steering system 138. The steering system 138 is coupled to at least one of the ground engagement members 102 to guide the recreational vehicle 100. The steering system 138 typically includes steering members adapted to be gripped by the operator of the vehicle 100. Exemplary steering members include a handlebar and a steering wheel.

[0022] Furthermore, the recreational vehicle 100 includes a vehicle controller 140 having at least one associated memory 142. The vehicle controller 140 provides electronic control of the various components of the recreational vehicle 100. In addition, the vehicle controller 140 is operably coupled to a number of sensors 144 (see Figure 3) that monitor various parameters of the recreational vehicle 100 or the surrounding environment of the vehicle 100. The vehicle controller 140 performs specific operations to control one or more subsystems of other vehicle components, such as one or more of the fuel system 110, air handling system 115, CVT 120, stepped transmission 118, engine 112, differential 122, and other systems. In certain embodiments, the controller 140 forms part of a processing subsystem that includes one or more computing devices having memory, a processor, and communication hardware. The controller 140 may be a single device or a distributed device, and the functions of the controller 140 may be performed by hardware and / or as computer instructions on a non-temporary computer-readable storage medium such as memory 142.

[0023] The vehicle controller 140 also interacts with an operator interface 150 which includes at least one input device 152 and at least one output device 154. An exemplary input device 152 includes levers, buttons, switches, soft keys, and other appropriate input devices. An exemplary output device includes lights, displays, auditory devices, tactile devices, and other appropriate output devices. The operator interface 150 further includes an interface controller 156 and associated memory 158. The interface controller 156 performs specific actions to control one or more subsystems of the operator interface 150 or other vehicle components, such as one or more of the input devices 152 and output devices 154. In one example, the operator interface 150 includes a touchscreen display, and the interface controller 156 interprets various types of touches to the touchscreen display as inputs and controls the content displayed on the touchscreen display. In certain embodiments, the interface controller 156 forms part of a processing subsystem which includes one or more computing devices having memory, a processor, and communication hardware. The interface controller 156 may be a single device or a distributed device, and the functions of the interface controller 156 may be performed by hardware and / or as computer instructions on a non-temporary computer-readable storage medium such as memory 158.

[0024] Referring to Figure 3, the operator interface 150 is included as part of the instrument cluster 160. The interface controller 156 controls the operation of the output device 154 and monitors the operation of the input device 152. In one embodiment, the output device 154 includes a display, and the interface controller 156 formats and displays the information to be displayed on the display. In one embodiment, the output device 154 includes a touch display, and the interface controller 156 formats and displays the information to be displayed on the touch display and monitors the touch display for operator input. Exemplary operator inputs include touch, drag, swipe, pinch, spread, and other known types of gestures.

[0025] As shown in the embodiment of Figure 3, the vehicle controller 140 is represented as including several controllers. Each of these controllers may be a single device or a distributed device, or one or more of these controllers may collectively form part of a single device or a distributed device. The functions of these controllers may be performed by hardware and / or as computer instructions on a non-temporary computer-readable storage medium such as memory 142.

[0026] In one embodiment, the vehicle controller 140 includes at least two separate controllers that communicate over a network. In one embodiment, the network is a CAN network. In one embodiment, the CAN network is implemented according to the J1939 protocol. Details relating to an exemplary CAN network are disclosed in PCT Patent Application No. PCT / US2006 / 31678, the disclosure of which is expressly incorporated herein by reference. Naturally, any suitable type of network or data bus may be used instead of the CAN network. In one embodiment, two-wire serial communication is used.

[0027] Referring to Figure 3, the controller 140 includes a power system controller 170 that controls the operation of at least one of the prime mover 112, transmission 116, and differential 122, if any of these are included. In one example, the prime mover 112 is an internal combustion engine, and the power system controller 170 controls fuel supply, spark supply, engine performance, vehicle reverse operation, locking differential, all-wheel drive, ignition timing, power distribution, and transmission control device. In addition, the power system controller 170 monitors several sensors. Exemplary sensors include a temperature sensor that monitors the temperature of the coolant circulating in the engine, a throttle position sensor (TPS), an exhaust gas temperature sensor (EGT), a crank position sensor (CPS), a detonation sensor (DET), an airbox pressure sensor, an intake air temperature sensor, and other parameters necessary to control the engine performance.

[0028] The controller 140 further includes a brake / traction controller 172 that controls the operation of the brake / traction system 130. In one example, the brake / traction controller 172 controls the pressure and frequency of the brake caliper's operation. Furthermore, the brake / traction controller 172 monitors several sensors. Exemplary sensors include a vehicle speed sensor that monitors the vehicle speed relative to the ground, an altitude sensor, and an engine RPM sensor.

[0029] The controller 140 further includes a steering controller 174 that controls the operation of the steering system 138. In one example, the steering controller 174 controls the amount of assist provided by the power steering unit of the recreational vehicle 100. Furthermore, the power steering controller 174 monitors several sensors. Exemplary sensors and an electronic power steering unit, including speed profiles, are provided in PCT Patent Application No. PCT / US2009 / 42985, the disclosures of which are expressly incorporated herein by reference.

[0030] The controller 140 further includes a network controller 180 that controls communication between the recreational vehicle 100 and other devices through one or more network components 182. In one embodiment, the network controller 180 of the recreational vehicle 100 communicates with paired devices via a wireless network, for example, via a wireless chip or a Wi-Fi® chip. An exemplary wireless network is a radio frequency network utilizing the BLUETOOTH® protocol. In this example, the network component 182 includes a high-frequency antenna. The network controller 180 controls the pairing of devices with the recreational vehicle 100 and communication between the recreational vehicle 100 and remote devices. Exemplary remote devices include a driver cellular communication device 190, a driver voice interface device 192, a passenger cellular communication device 194, and a passenger voice interface device 196. Exemplary cellular communication devices include cell phones, satellite phones, and other devices that can transmit and receive communications over an external network. Exemplary mobile phones include both iOS® and Android® devices, such as iPhone® branded phones sold by Apple Inc. at 1 Infinite Loop, Cupertino, CA 95014, and GALAXY® phones sold by Samsung Electronics, respectively. Exemplary communications include voice calls, text messages, and other types of communications. Exemplary voice interface devices include headsets that include a microphone that receives sound and converts the sound into electronic signals, and a speaker that converts the electronic signals into sound.

[0031] The controller 140 further includes a position determiner 184 that determines the current location of the recreational vehicle 100. An exemplary position determiner 184 is a GPS unit that determines the position of the recreational vehicle 100 based on interaction with the global satellite system.

[0032] Although the vehicle controller 140 and the interface controller 156 are shown separately in Figure 3, their functionalities may be combined. Furthermore, some or all of the functionalities of one or more of the network controller 180 and the position detector 184 may be included as part of the interface controller 156. In one embodiment, it is desirable to include the network controller 180 and the position detector 184 as part of the interface controller 156 in order to provide an instrument cluster 160 that is easily replaceable or upgradeable. Throughout this application, various features and functionalities have been described in relation to the vehicle controller 140, the interface controller 156, or vehicle-related controllers in general. Either or both of the vehicle controller 140 and the interface controller 156 may provide the features and functionalities described.

[0033] Memory 142 (Figure 1) may represent multiple memories locally comprising the power system controller 170, the braking / traction controller 172, the steering controller 174, the network controller 180, and the position detector 184. Information recorded or determined by one or more of the power system controller 170, the braking / traction controller 172, the steering controller 174, the network controller 180, and the position detector 184 may be stored on memory 142. Memory 158 (Figure 1) is one or more non-temporary computer-readable media. Memory 158 may represent multiple memories locally comprising the interface controller 156 and, if included as part of the interface controller 156, one or more of the network controller 180 and the position detector 184. Information recorded or determined by one or more of the interface controller 156, the network controller 180, and the position detector 184 may be stored on memory 158.

[0034] Referring to Figures 4 to 8, an exemplary motorcycle 200 is shown. The motorcycle 200 includes a front ground engagement member 202 having a front pivot axis 204 (Figure 6), a rear ground engagement member 208 having a rear pivot axis (not shown), and a frame assembly 210 supported by the ground engagement members 202, 208 and extending longitudinally between the ground engagement members 202, 208. Referring to Figure 7, the front ground engagement member 202 and the rear ground engagement member 208 are aligned, with their centers along the longitudinal centerline plane (L) of the motorcycle 200. The motorcycle 200 further includes a powertrain assembly 212 supported by the frame assembly 210. The powertrain assembly 212 includes an engine 214 and a transmission 216. The transmission 216 may be a stepped transmission, a continuously variable transmission, or both. The engine 214 is operably coupled to the transmission 216 and includes at least one cylinder 218, and more preferably two cylinders 218. The fuel tank 220 is fluidly coupled to the engine 214 and is typically located above the cylinders 218.

[0035] Referring to Figures 4 to 8, the seat assembly 224 is coupled to the frame assembly 210 and is generally positioned above at least a portion of the powertrain assembly 212. The seat assembly 224 includes an operator seat 226 defined by a seat surface 228 and a backrest 230, and a passenger seat 232 defined by a seat surface 234 and a backrest 236.

[0036] Referring to Figures 4 to 7, the vehicle 200 includes an operator area 240, which is generally located in front of the seat assembly 224 and behind at least a portion of the front fairing 244 of the vehicle 200. The fairing 244 has an upper range defined by an upper edge 246. The center point of the upper edge 246 aligns with the longitudinal centerline plane (L). The fairing 244 extends rearward to a rear range 248, which is generally located above the upper range of the fuel tank 220. The fairing 244 is coupled to the front fork assembly 250 of the vehicle 200 and supports a headlight 252 in front of the front fork assembly 250. The front fork assembly 250 is operably coupled to the steering assembly 254. Further details of the fairing 244 and the front fork assembly 250 are disclosed in PCT Patent Application No. PCT / US2014 / 65012, the complete disclosure of which is expressly incorporated herein by reference.

[0037] The operator area 240 includes a steering assembly 254 which includes a handlebar 256 that moves with the front fork, a right-hand grip 258, and a left-hand grip 260. The operator area 240 is protected by a windshield 262.

[0038] The operator area 240 further includes a user interface assembly 270. The user interface assembly 270 includes a first part 272 supported by the fairing 244, a second part 274 supported by the handlebars 256 and positioned adjacent to the left hand grip 260, a third part 276 supported by the handlebars 256 and positioned adjacent to the right hand grip 258, and a fourth part 278 supported by the fuel tank 220. The second part 274 and the third part 276 move together with the handlebars 256. Thus, when the driver of the motorcycle 200 rotates the handlebars 256, the front fork assembly 250, the front ground engagement member 202, the second part 274 and therefore the third part 276 all rotate together with the handlebars 256. In one embodiment, the fairing 244 and thus the first part 272 of the user interface assembly 270 also rotate with the handlebars 256, as the fairing 244 is supported by the front fork assembly 250.

[0039] The user interface assembly 270 includes a plurality of input and output devices. Exemplary input devices include buttons, switches, touch displays, dials, and other devices that receive input from the driver of the motorcycle 200. Exemplary output devices include gauges, displays, touch displays, lights, and other devices that provide the driver of the motorcycle 200 with one or more visual, auditory, and tactile outputs.

[0040] The first part 272 of the user interface assembly 270 includes a first display 280, a second display or gauge 282, and a third display or gauge 284. In one embodiment, the displays 280, 282, and 284 may be movable between an upper and lower position to suit the operator's preference, or may be configured to tilt between them. The first display 280 is positioned between the second display 282 and the third display 284 and is aligned with the longitudinal centerline plane (L) of the motorcycle 200. The display 280, together with the displays 282 and 284, and together with the displays or gauges 286 and 288 of the fourth part 278, is configured to display various data or information relating to the operating conditions of the vehicle 200, ambient conditions, infotainment (e.g., GPS, radio, wireless connectivity, "Bluetooth" connectivity, audio settings), and / or any other information that may be useful to the driver of the motorcycle 200 in operation.

[0041] In one embodiment, at least the display 280 is a touchscreen display having a plurality of pixels configured to change in response to operator input. For example, the operator may use their finger to select an option on the first display 280 and receive information about the motorcycle 200, ambient conditions, etc. In one embodiment, the first display 280 has a substantially rectangular cross-section defined by a width 78 and a height 80. Exemplarily, the width 78 may be about 5 to 7 inches (about 12.70 to about 17.78 centimeters), for example, 6.2 inches (15.748 centimeters), and the height 80 may be about 3 to 5 inches (about 7.62 to about 12.70 centimeters), for example, 3.8 inches (9.652 centimeters). The second display 282 and the third display 284 may also define a rectangle in their cross-section, although the exemplary first display 282 and the second display 284 define a circle in their cross-section.

[0042] Further details relating to Motorcycle 200 are provided in PCT Patent Application No. PCT / US2016 / 68849, the entire disclosure of said PCT Patent Application is expressly incorporated herein by reference.

[0043] Referring to Figure 8, the display 280 is part of the instrument cluster 300. The instrument cluster 300 further includes a ride screen input button 302, an audio selection input button 304, a power button 306, a connectivity button 308, a navigation button 310, and a configuration button 311 (Figure 9). Although described or illustrated as buttons 302 to 311, other input devices may be used, including switches, the touchscreen area of ​​the display 280, and other suitable devices for providing input to the instrument cluster 300. By selecting any one of the input buttons 302 to 311, the operator interface controller 156 of the instrument cluster 300 changes the layout presented on the display 280. In addition to the input buttons 302 to 311, the operator interface controller 156 may further change the screen layout presented on the display 280 in response to inputs provided as part of the second part 274 of the user interface assembly 270 and inputs that are part of the third part 276 of the user interface assembly 270.

[0044] As shown in Figure 8, the second part 274 of the user interface assembly 270 includes a left-hand trigger input button 312, a plurality of audio inputs 314, and a plurality of toggle input buttons 316. The plurality of audio inputs 314 include a volume up input 318, a volume down input 320, a reverse scroll input 322, a forward scroll input 324, and an acknowledgment selection input 326. Alternatively, in one embodiment, the acknowledgment selection input 326 may be an audio input selection for controlling various audio options, such as a mute option and / or an option to play / pause audio. When the acknowledgment selection input 326 controls an audio input, the acknowledgment selection function may be controlled through further inputs, as further disclosed herein. The plurality of toggle inputs 316 include a toggle-up input 328 and a toggle-down input 330. Further details regarding the use of the left-hand trigger input button 312, the audio inputs 314, and the toggle inputs 316 are provided herein. A third part 276 of the user interface assembly 270 includes a right-hand trigger input button 332. When the acknowledgment selection input 326 controls an audio input, the acknowledgment selection function may be controlled through any of the inputs 312, 314, 316, or 332. Further details regarding the interaction between the third part 276, the user interface assembly 270, and the instrument cluster 300 are disclosed herein.

[0045] Referring to Figures 9 through 11, three passenger screen layouts 571, 573, and 575 for the display screen 280 are shown. Each passenger screen layout is a customized screen selected by the operator of the vehicle 200. Referring to Figure 16, a depiction of the first screen layout 340 is shown. The screen layout 340 includes a first region 342 and a second region 344. Regions 342 and 344 are arranged adjacent to each other on the display 280 in a non-overlapping arrangement. In other embodiments, region 342 is positioned above region 344 on the display 280. Each of region 342 and region 344 is customizable by the operator of the vehicle 200. The operator can select information to be displayed in each of regions 342 and 344 from a list of pre-set options. In one embodiment, the predefined list of options for regions 342 and 344 includes a Trip 1 screen layout, a Trip 2 screen layout, a ride data screen layout, a vehicle status screen layout, a vehicle information screen layout, an audio screen layout, a connectivity status screen layout, a map / navigation screen layout, and a custom image screen layout.

[0046] Referring to Figure 17, a selection screen layout 343 is shown. The selection screen layout 343 provides various options for areas 342 and 344 for the operator of the vehicle 200 to select. The operator of the vehicle 200 moves to the first area 342 by selecting the configuration button 311 (Figure 9). In one embodiment, the operator may scroll through the left selection list 346 corresponding to area 342 and the right selection list 345 corresponding to area 344 by swiping their finger on the touch screen of the display 280. The operator then selects the options they want to display in areas 342 and 344 by touching the options screen, as indicated by the options enclosed by lines shown in the second area 344 and selection 345. Once the selection is complete, the operator will select the highlighted option by touching the completion area 347 of the first area 342. The selected option is stored in the memory 158 of the instrument cluster 300.

[0047] Referring to Figure 18A, a first trip option screen layout 350 is shown. This screen layout may be used for both trip 1 and trip 2 options. As shown in Figure 18A, the first trip option screen layout 350 includes an indicator 352 of the distance traveled since the trip odometer was set, a mileage indicator 354 that indicates the remaining miles that can be traveled based on the fuel level in the fuel tank 220, an average mile-per-gallon indicator 356, an instantaneous mile-per-gallon indicator 358, an elapsed time indicator 360, and an average speed indicator 362. Furthermore, a reset input 364 is provided in the upper left corner of the first trip option screen layout 350. Those skilled in the art will see that the values ​​reported in indicators 352 to 362 are based on calculations performed by one or more of the controllers of the vehicle 200 based on sensor values ​​received from one or more sensors 144 of the vehicle 200.

[0048] Referring to Figure 18B, a second trip option screen layout 364 is shown. This screen layout may be used for both the Trip 1 option and the Trip 2 option. As shown in Figure 18B, the second trip option screen layout 364 includes an indicator 366 of the distance traveled since the trip odometer was set, a mileage indicator 368 that indicates the remaining miles that can be traveled based on the fuel level in the fuel tank 220, an average mile-per-gallon indicator 370, an instantaneous mile-per-gallon indicator 372, an elapsed time indicator 374, and an average speed indicator 376. Furthermore, a reset input 378 is provided in the lower central portion of the second trip option screen layout 364. Those skilled in the art will see that the values ​​reported in indicators 352 to 362 are based on calculations performed by one or more of the controllers of the vehicle 200 based on sensor values ​​received from one or more sensors 144 of the vehicle 200.

[0049] Referring to Figure 19A, a first exemplary screen layout 380 of the ride data screen is shown. The first exemplary screen layout 380 includes a direction indicator 382, ​​a travel time indicator 384, a stop time indicator 386, an altitude indicator 388, and an altitude change indicator 390. The travel time indicator 384 provides an indication of the elapsed time that the vehicle 200 has been moving. The stop time indicator 386 provides an indication of the elapsed time that the vehicle 200 has been stopped. The altitude change indicator 390 provides an indication of the change between the highest and lowest altitude measurements of the vehicle 200 while it is currently powered on. Furthermore, a reset input 391 is provided in the upper left corner of the first trip option screen layout 380. Those skilled in the art will see that the values ​​reported in indicators 382 through 390 are based on calculations performed by one or more of the controllers of the vehicle 200 based on sensor values ​​received from one or more sensors 144 of the vehicle 200.

[0050] Referring to Figure 19B, a second exemplary screen layout 392 of the ride data screen is shown. The second exemplary screen layout 392 includes a direction indicator 394, a travel time indicator 396, a stop time indicator 398, an altitude indicator 400, and an altitude change indicator 402. The travel time indicator 396 provides an indication of the elapsed time that the vehicle 200 has been moving. The stop time indicator 398 provides an indication of the elapsed time that the vehicle 200 has been stopped. The altitude change indicator 402 provides an indication of the change between the highest and lowest altitude measurements of the vehicle 200 while it is currently powered on. Furthermore, a reset input 404 is provided in the upper left corner of the second exemplary screen layout 392. Those skilled in the art will see that the values ​​reported in indicators 394 to 402 are based on calculations performed by one or more of the controllers of the vehicle 200 based on sensor values ​​received from one or more sensors 144 of the vehicle 200.

[0051] Referring to Figure 20A, a first exemplary vehicle information screen layout 410 is shown. The vehicle information screen layout 410 includes a miles per hour indicator 412, a remaining range indicator 414, an RPM indicator 416, and a gear indicator 418. The gear indicator 418 provides an indication of the current gear setting for the transmission 216 of the vehicle 200. The current gear is a different color from the other gear indicators. Those skilled in the art will see that the values ​​reported in indicators 412 through 418 are based on calculations performed by one or more of the controllers of the vehicle 200 based on sensor values ​​received from one or more sensors 144 of the vehicle 200.

[0052] Referring to Figure 20B, a second exemplary vehicle information screen layout 420 is shown. The screen layout 420 includes a mile-per-hour indicator 422, a remaining range indicator 424, a current gear indicator 426, a front tire pressure indicator 428, a rear tire pressure indicator 430, and a power level indicator 432 for accessories of the vehicle 200. Exemplary accessories include heated grips provided on the right hand grip 258 and left hand grip 260 of the vehicle 200, and heaters for the seat cushion 228. In one embodiment, the screen layout 420 may display controls and inputs for managing the operation of the heated grips and / or the heaters for the seat cushion 228. Those skilled in the art will see that the values ​​reported in indicators 422 to 432 are based on calculations performed by one or more of the controllers of the vehicle 200 based on sensor values ​​received from one or more sensors 144 of the vehicle 200.

[0053] Referring to Figure 21A, the first exemplary vehicle status screen layout 440 includes a front tire pressure indicator 442, a rear tire pressure indicator 444, an oil life indicator 446, a vehicle accessory status indicator 448, an elapsed engine hour indicator 450, and an oil change mile indicator 452. Exemplary vehicle accessories include heated grips for the right hand grip 258 and the left hand grip 260. The oil change mile indicator 452 provides an indication of the estimated number of miles the vehicle 200 may travel before the next oil change is required. Those skilled in the art will see that the values ​​reported in indicators 442 to 452 are based on calculations performed by one or more of the controllers of the vehicle 200 based on sensor values ​​received from one or more sensors 144 of the vehicle 200. As shown in Figure 21A, the screen layout 440 may further display an image of the vehicle 200 at location 1330. In one embodiment, the image 1330 of the vehicle 200 shown on the screen layout 440 changes depending on the vehicle 200 to accurately identify the type of vehicle the user is operating, such as a tourer, cruiser, utility vehicle, etc. For example, the image 1330 may be changed by transmitting a CAN or other signal to the VCU 111 or another component of the vehicle 200 to identify the type of vehicle the user is operating. Once vehicle identification information is obtained, the correct image will be shown on the screen layout 440 to match the vehicle 200.

[0054] Referring to Figure 21B, a second exemplary vehicle status screen layout 460 is shown. The vehicle status screen layout 460 includes a front tire pressure indicator 464, a rear tire pressure indicator 462, a vehicle accessory status indicator 466, an oil life indicator 468, and an oil change mile indicator 470. Exemplary vehicle accessories include heated grips. The oil change mile indicator 470 provides an indication of the estimated number of miles that the vehicle 200 may travel before the next oil change is required. Those skilled in the art will see that the values ​​reported in indicators 462 through 470 are based on calculations performed by one or more of the controllers of the vehicle 200 based on sensor values ​​received from one or more sensors 144 of the vehicle 200.

[0055] Referring to Figure 22A, a first exemplary audio screen layout 474 is shown. The audio screen layout 474 includes an audio bandwidth indicator 476, a station indicator 478, a song indicator 480, a genre indicator 482, a frequency indicator 484, a mute input 486, a previously stored favorite input 488, and a next stored preset input 490. In one embodiment, the audio bandwidth indicator 476 allows the operator to change the sound source when the display 280 displays multiple layouts or areas of information.

[0056] Referring to Figure 22B, a second exemplary audio screen layout 494 is shown. The audio screen layout 494 includes a song or album graphic indicator 496, a song playback time indicator 498, a song title indicator 500, an artist indicator 502, an album indicator 504, and a pause input 506.

[0057] Referring to Figure 23, an exemplary connectivity screen layout 520 is shown. The connectivity screen layout 520 includes a first area 522 and a second area 534. The first area 522 includes a driver cellular communication device connection status indicator 524 for the driver cellular communication device 190, a signal strength indicator 526 for the driver cellular communication device 190, a battery level indicator 528 for the driver cellular communication device 190, a phone status indicator 530 for the driver cellular communication device 190, and a text message status indicator 532 for the driver cellular communication device 190. The second area 534 provides a driver voice interface device connection status indicator 536 for the driver voice interface device 192. In one embodiment, the connectivity screen layout 520 further includes indicators for a passenger cellular communication device 194 and indicators for a passenger voice interface device 196. Those skilled in the art will see that the values ​​reported in the indicators for regions 522 and 534 are received by one or more of the controllers of the vehicle 200 from the driver cellular communication device 190 and the driver voice interface device 192, respectively. The driver cellular communication device 190, the driver voice interface device 192, the passenger cellular communication device 194, and the passenger voice interface device 196 may be connected to the motorcycle 200 through one or more wired connections or through one or more wireless connections. An exemplary wired connection includes through one or more USB inputs on the motorcycle 200. An exemplary wireless connection includes through the "BLUETOOTH" protocol over a high-frequency network.

[0058] Referring to Figure 24, an exemplary map / navigation screen layout 540 is shown. The map / navigation screen layout 540 includes a map 542, a vehicle position indicator 544, a zoom-out input 546, and a zoom-in input 548. Those skilled in the art will see that the position indicator 544 is based on information received from a position detector 184 by one or more of the controllers of the vehicle 200. Furthermore, the zoom-out input 546 and zoom-in input 548 control the zoom level associated with the map 542. The map 542 may display further information, including point of interest information, traffic information, and other types of information. The exemplary information presented through the map / navigation screen layout 540 is disclosed in PCT patent application PCT / US2014 / 018638, filed on 26 February 2014, entitled "RECREATIONAL VEHICLE INTERACTIVE TELEMETRY, MAPPING, AND TRIP PLANNING SYSTEM" (agency reference number PLR-00TC-25635-04P-WO-E), the entire disclosure of which PCT patent application is expressly incorporated herein by reference. Furthermore, the motorcycle 200 may be associated with a group of other recreational vehicles, and information regarding such group may be presented through the map / navigation screen layout 540. The exemplary group information is disclosed in PCT patent application PCT / US2017 / 17122, the entire disclosure of which PCT patent application is expressly incorporated herein by reference.

[0059] Referring to Figure 25, a depiction of the first screen layout 550 for display 280 is shown. The screen layout 550 includes a first area 552, a second area 554, a third screen area 556, and a fourth screen area 558. Areas 552 to 558 are arranged on display 280 in a non-overlapping arrangement. Each of areas 552 to 558 is customizable by the operator of vehicle 200. The operator can select information to be displayed in each of areas 552 to 558 from a pre-configured list of options.

[0060] In one embodiment, the predefined list of options for regions 556 and 558 includes a map screen layout, a trip 1 screen layout, a trip 2 screen layout, and an audio screen layout. Figure 26 shows that the map screen layout 560 is selected for region 558. Figure 27 shows a selected screen layout 562 for either region 556 or 558. The operator selects region 558 through the touch screen of the display 280, and a submenu 564 is presented on the display 280. The operator then selects a desired screen layout through the touch screen of the display 280. The selected option is stored in the memory 158 of the instrument cluster 300.

[0061] In one embodiment, the predefined list of options for regions 552 and 554 includes a vehicle speed screen layout, a vehicle RPM screen layout, a vehicle battery voltage screen layout, a range screen layout, a gear indicator screen layout, an engine status screen layout, a fuel level screen layout, a connectivity screen layout, a tire pressure screen layout, and a vehicle accessories screen layout. Figure 28 shows that the range screen layout 566 is selected for region 552. Figure 27 shows a selected screen layout 568 for either region 552 or 554. The operator selects region 552 through the touch screen of the display 280, and a submenu 570 is presented on the display 280. The operator then selects a desired screen layout through the touch screen of the display 280. The selected option is stored in the memory 158 of the instrument cluster 300.

[0062] Returning from Figure 9 to Figure 11, the first passenger screen layout 571 (Figure 9) includes a first trip options screen layout 350 for the first region 342 and a map / navigation screen layout 540 for the second region 344; the second passenger screen layout 573 (Figure 10) includes a first exemplary audio screen layout 474 for the first region 342 and a custom image screen layout 576 for the second region 344; and the third passenger screen layout 575 (Figure 11) includes a first exemplary screen layout 380 for the first region 342 and a first exemplary vehicle status screen layout 440 for the second region 344. The custom image screen layout 576 displays either the current image stored in memory 158 or a user-supplied image also stored in memory 158. The operator can sequentially cycle through the three passenger screens 571, 573, and 575 shown in Figures 9 to 11 by repeatedly selecting the passenger screen input button 302 of the instrument cluster 300.

[0063] Referring to Figure 12, an audio screen layout 580 for the display 280 of the instrument cluster 300 is shown. The audio screen layout 580 is presented to the display 280 when the operator selects the audio selection input button 304 of the instrument cluster 300. The audio screen layout 580 includes a sound source selection input 582, which the operator may select from among FM band, AM band, weather information source, sound source from a Bluetooth-connected device, and sound source from a USB-connected device. The audio screen layout 580 further includes a volume decrease input 584, a volume increase input 586, and a mute input 588. Furthermore, the audio screen layout 580 includes several favorites 590 listed along the bottom of the audio screen layout 580. Additional favorites may be displayed through the selection input 592 of the audio screen layout 580. The audio screen layout 580 further presents a genre selection input 594 and a discovery input 596. By selecting a specific genre through input 594 and selecting discovery input 596, the controller of the vehicle 200 scans the FM frequency band to find radio stations that match the selected genre. In this way, the operator of the vehicle 200 can add stations corresponding to the desired genre to their presets when they are outside their home's mobile area.

[0064] Referring to Figure 13, a power-off screen layout 600 for the display 280 of the instrument cluster 300 is shown. The power-off screen layout 600 is displayed in response to the operator's selection of the power button 306 of the instrument cluster 300. If the power button 306 is selected for a first duration, the power-off screen layout 600 is displayed as a result. Furthermore, if the power button 306 is selected for a second, longer duration, the display 280 is turned off (i.e., a black screen), but audio may still be played or otherwise delivered to the user. This allows the user to turn off the display 280, for example, to avoid glare at night, while still being able to have music, phone calls, or other auditory input. Furthermore, if the power button 306 is selected for a third, even longer duration, the display 280 of the instrument cluster 300 is turned off completely, including both the display 280 and all audio inputs. In this way, the power-off screen layout 600 allows the operator to have three different power-off options. Furthermore, as shown in Figure 13, the power-off screen layout 600 includes an indication of the current time.

[0065] Referring to Figure 14, an exemplary connectivity screen layout 602 is shown. The connectivity screen layout 602 includes a first area 604 and a second area 606. The first area 604 includes a driver cellular device connection status indicator 608 for the driver cellular device 190, a signal strength indicator 610 for the driver cellular device 190, a battery level indicator 612 for the driver cellular device 190, a call selection input 614, and a text message creation input 616. The call selection input 614 sends a command to the driver cellular device 190 requesting to make a call. Similarly, selecting the text message creation input 616 sends a request to the driver cellular device 190 to start a new text message. The second area 606 provides a driver voice interface connection status identifier 618 for the driver voice interface device 192. In one embodiment, the connectivity screen layout 602 further includes indicators for the passenger cellular device 194 and the passenger voice interface device 196. Those skilled in the art will see that the values ​​reported in the indicators for regions 604 and 606 are received by one or more controllers of the vehicle 200 from the driver mobile communication device 190 and the driver voice interface device 192, respectively.

[0066] Referring to Figure 15, an exemplary map / navigation screen layout 620 for the display 280 of the instrument cluster 300 is shown. This map / navigation screen layout is presented on the display 280 in response to the user's selection of the navigation buttons 310 of the instrument cluster 300. Through the map / navigation screen layout 620, the operator may be provided with turn-by-turn navigation instructions, point of interest and address search functionality, and pinch-to-zoom functionality.

[0067] In addition to being able to navigate between the first ride screen layout 571, the second ride screen layout 573, the third ride screen layout 575, the audio screen layout 580, the connectivity screen layout 602, and the map / navigation screen layout 620 through the ride screen input button 302, the audio selection input button 304, the connectivity button 308, and the navigation button 310, the operator of the motorcycle 200 may also cycle through the screens through inputs provided as part of the second part 274 and / or the third part 276 of the user interface assembly 270.

[0068] Referring to Figure 30, one or more exemplary processing sequences of the controllers of the vehicle 200 are shown. As shown in Figure 30, the operator of the vehicle 200 may sequentially cycle through the first riding screen layout 571, the second riding screen layout 573, the third riding screen layout 575, the audio screen layout 580, the connectivity screen layout 602, and the map / navigation screen layout 620 by repeatedly selecting the left-hand trigger input button 312 of the second part 274 of the user interface assembly 270. In this way, the operator can view each screen without having to take their hands off the handlebars 256. Furthermore, it should be noted that this arrangement means the motorcycle 200 does not include a home screen, but instead provides easy browsing between multiple different screen layouts. In one embodiment, the connectivity screen layout 602 may be omitted.

[0069] When the map / navigation screen layout 620 is presented on the display 280, the operator of the motorcycle 200 may select other functions of the map / navigation screen layout 620, as detailed in the processing sequence 632 shown in Figure 31. The operator of the vehicle 200 inputs sub-functions of the map / navigation screen layout 620 through the activation of the right-hand trigger input button 332 of the third section 276. When the right-hand trigger input button 332 is activated, the point of interest input is highlighted, as shown by block 634. By activating the right-hand trigger input button 332 again, a list of points of interest, such as gas stations, restaurants, and campgrounds, is displayed, as shown by block 636. The point of interest options may also allow the operator to identify favorite points of interest and store their locations by name, geographic information (e.g., geographic coordinates), or any other identifying information that the operator can easily access when searching for favorite points of interest. The operator may switch to a lower level of the list of points of interest by activating the toggle input 330, as shown by block 638, or to a higher level of the list of points of interest by activating the toggle input 328, as shown by block 640. Alternatively, the operator may return to the main map screen from the highlighted point of interest input by activating the left-hand trigger input button 312, or to access the category list by activating the right-hand trigger input button 332, as shown by block 642. Once the category list is displayed, the operator may switch to a lower level of the category by activating the toggle-down input 330, as shown by block 644, or to a higher level of the category list by activating the toggle-up input 328, as shown by block 646. Alternatively, the operator may select a destination by activating input 332, as shown by block 648. Further activation of input 332 results in the initiation of a navigation command, as shown by block 650.The navigation command provides one or more auditory and visual cues to guide the operator of the vehicle 200 to the destination based on the vehicle's current location. Alternatively, the operator may return to the category list through the operation of input 312.

[0070] Returning to block 634, the operator may choose to return to the map / navigation screen layout 620 by activating the left-hand trigger input button 312, or, as represented by block 652, choose to proceed to the highlighting of the favorites list by selecting the toggle-up input 328. In one embodiment, the favorites include user-selected destinations stored in memory associated with one or more controllers of the vehicle 200. From block 652, the operator may return to block 634 by activating the toggle-down input 330, return to the map / navigation screen layout 620 by activating the left-hand trigger input button 312, or, as represented by block 654, proceed to the highlighting of recent destinations options by activating the toggle-up input 328. In one embodiment, the recent destinations options include destinations recently visited by the vehicle 200. From block 654, the operator can proceed to block 634 by activating the toggle-up input 328, return to block 652 by activating the toggle-down input 330, or return to the map / navigation screen layout 620 by activating the left-hand trigger input button 312. Returning to block 652, the user may choose to display the favorites list by activating the right-hand trigger input button 332, as represented by block 656. The user may switch to a lower level of the favorites list by activating the toggle-down input 330, as represented by block 658, or switch to a higher level of the favorites list by activating input 328, as represented by block 660. Alternatively, the user can return to block 652 by activating the left-hand trigger input button 312, or select a highlighted favorite by activating the right-hand trigger input button 332, as represented by block 662. From block 662, the operator may return to the favorites list by activating the left-hand trigger input button 312, or start navigation to the selected destination by activating the right-hand trigger input button 332.

[0071] Returning to block 654, the operator may choose to display a list of recent destinations by activating the right-hand trigger input button 332, as shown by block 664. The operator may switch to a lower level of the list of recent destinations by activating input 330, as shown by block 668, or switch to a higher level of the list of recent destinations by activating input 328, as shown by block 670. Alternatively, the operator may return to block 654 by activating input 312, or select a recent destination by activating the right-hand trigger input button 332, as shown by block 672. The operator may also choose to start navigation by activating the right-hand trigger input button 332, or return to the list of recent destinations by activating input 312. Once navigation is selected, as shown by block 650, the display 280 returns to the map / navigation screen layout 620 to provide updates on the vehicle's position and instructions to the selected destination.

[0072] The user may understand that they can switch information on the display 280 by activating input buttons 312 and 332 in a predetermined manner. For example, the user may switch information or options displayed on the display 280 by pressing or otherwise activating input buttons 312 and / or 332 once or more times, for example, at least twice. Alternatively, the user may similarly cause a change on the display 280 by pressing and holding input buttons 312 and / or 322 for a predetermined period of time, for example, switching information on the display 280. In one embodiment, pressing and holding input buttons 312 and / or 322 for a predetermined period of time may be defined as multiple inputs or actions to inputs 312 and 332. For example, pressing and holding input button 312 for a first period may be considered a first action, and pressing and holding for a second period may be considered a second action, the second period being longer than the first period.

[0073] Referring to Figure 32, a motorcycle 200, a driver mobile communication device 190, a driver voice interface device 192, a passenger mobile communication device 194, and a passenger voice interface device 196 are depicted. The driver mobile communication device 190, the driver voice interface device 192, the passenger mobile communication device 194, and the passenger voice interface device 196 may be connected to the motorcycle 200 via one or more wired connections or via one or more wireless connections. Each of the driver voice interface device 192 and the passenger voice interface device 196 includes at least one microphone and at least one speaker. An exemplary wired connection includes passing through one or more USB inputs on the motorcycle 200. An exemplary wireless connection includes passing through the "BLUETOOTH" protocol via a high-frequency network. In one embodiment, each of the driver's mobile communication device 190, driver's voice interface device 192, passenger's mobile communication device 194, and passenger's voice interface device 196 is paired with the motorcycle 200 via a high-frequency network using the "BLUETOOTH" protocol. In one embodiment, the vehicle controller 140 of the motorcycle 200 is configured to communicate with at least three of the driver's mobile communication device 190, driver's voice interface device 192, passenger's mobile communication device 194, and passenger's voice interface device 196 via a wireless network. In one embodiment, the vehicle controller 140 of the motorcycle 200 is configured to communicate with each of the driver's mobile communication device 190, driver's voice interface device 192, passenger's mobile communication device 194, and 196 via a wireless network.

[0074] Referring to Figure 33, the vehicle controller 140 is configured to communicate with the driver's mobile communication device 190, the driver's voice interface device 192, the passenger's mobile communication device 194, and the passenger's voice interface device 196 via a wireless network. When a call is made or received by the driver's mobile communication device 190, the vehicle controller 140 routes the voice information received from the driver's mobile communication device 190 to the driver's voice interface device 192 via the motorcycle 200, and the voice information received from the driver's voice interface device 192 to the driver's mobile communication device 190 via the motorcycle 200. This voice information is not routed to either the passenger's mobile communication device 194 or the passenger's voice interface device 196. Referring to Figure 34, when a call is made or received by the passenger mobile communication device 194, the vehicle controller 140 routes the voice information received from the passenger mobile communication device 194 to the passenger voice interface device 196 via the motorcycle 200, and the voice information received from the passenger voice interface device 196 to the passenger mobile communication device 194 via the motorcycle 200. This voice information is not routed to either the driver mobile communication device 190 or the driver voice interface device 192.

[0075] Referring to Figure 35, an exemplary processing sequence 700 for handling an incoming call by the vehicle-related controller 140 is shown. The processing sequence 700 is described with reference to the driver cellular communication device 190 and the driver voice interface device 192, but the processing sequence 700 is equally applicable to the passenger cellular communication device 194 and the passenger voice interface device 196. The driver cellular communication device 190 receives an incoming call, as represented by block 702. The driver cellular communication device 190 then notifies the vehicle controller 140 of the incoming call, as represented by block 704. The vehicle controller 140 provides the user with instructions for the incoming call, as represented by block 706. The exemplary instructions for the incoming call include auditory, visual, and tactile indicators.

[0076] Referring to Figure 36, an exemplary visual indicator 708 displayed on the display 280 is shown. The indicator 708 provides information 710 about the incoming call, a response input 712 for answering the call, and a ignore input 714 for rejecting the call. In one embodiment, the operator may provide either a response instruction or a ignore instruction as a verbal command through the driver voice interface device 192.

[0077] Returning to Figure 35, the operator makes a decision to answer or ignore the call, as shown by block 716. If the call is not answered, the call notification indicator 708 is removed from the first display 280, as shown by block 718. If the call is answered, the vehicle controller 140 sends a request to answer the call to the driver's mobile communication device 190, as shown by block 720, and routes the call audio to the vehicle-related controllers through the network. The driver's mobile communication device 190 receives the request to answer the call, as shown by block 722. The driver's mobile communication device 190 answers the call, as shown by block 724. The driver's mobile communication device 190 transmits and receives audio information from its cellular connection to the vehicle controller 140, as shown by block 726. The vehicle controller 140 transmits audio to and receives audio from the driver's mobile communication device 190 via a "Bluetooth" wireless network, as represented by block 728. The vehicle controller 140 also transmits and receives audio from the driver's voice interface device 192, as represented by block 730.

[0078] Referring to Figure 39, an exemplary processing sequence 750 for the vehicle controller 140 is shown. Processing 750 details how a phone call is made by the driver cellular communication device 190. Processing sequence 750 is described with reference to the driver cellular communication device 190 and the driver voice interface device 192, but processing sequence 750 is equally applicable to the passenger cellular communication device 194 and the passenger voice interface device 196. The vehicle controller 140 receives a request to make a phone call, as represented by block 752. In one embodiment, the request to make a phone call is received through the first display 280. In one embodiment, the request to make a phone call is a voice command received from the driver voice interface device 192. The vehicle controller 140 sends the request to make a phone call to the driver cellular communication device 190 and a request to route the voice back to the vehicle controller 140, as represented by block 754. The driver cellular communication device 190 receives the request to make a phone call, as represented by block 756. The driver's mobile communication device 190 makes phone calls, as shown by block 758. The driver's mobile communication device 190 transmits and receives audio from its cellular connection to the vehicle controller 140, as shown by block 760. The vehicle controller 140 transmits and receives audio from the driver's mobile communication device 190 via the "BLUETOOTH" wireless network, as shown by block 762. Furthermore, the vehicle controller 140 transmits and receives audio to the driver's voice interface device 192 via the "BLUETOOTH" network, as shown by block 764.

[0079] Referring to Figure 38, an incoming text notification indicator 800 is shown on the display 280. The incoming text notification indicator 800 provides information about the text sender and text sender information 802. The operator may select either an immediate reply input 804 or a close input 806 provided on the display 280. As can be seen from Figures 36 and 38, the exemplary visual indicator 708 and the incoming text notification indicator 800 are superimposed on the screen layout currently displayed on the display 280 at that time. Referring to Figure 37, the exemplary visual indicator 708 and the incoming text notification indicator 800 are displayed regardless of which screen is displayed on the display 280. In addition to selecting either an answer input 712 or an ignore input 714 for the phone indicator 708, or either an immediate reply input 804 or a close input 806 for the incoming text notification indicator 800, the operator may utilize the inputs provided on the second part 274 and the third part 276 of the user interface assembly 270. In response to the exemplary visual indicator 708, the operator may choose to ignore the call, as represented by block 810, by activating the left-hand trigger input button 312, or to answer the call, as represented by block 812, by activating the right-hand trigger input button 332. If the call is answered, the operator may end the call, as represented by block 814, by activating input 312. When the incoming text notification indicator 800 appears on the first display 280, the operator may choose to ignore the text, as represented by block 816, by activating input 312, or to activate the instant reply list, as represented by block 818, by activating input 332. The operator may exit the instant reply list, as represented by block 820, by activating the left-hand trigger input button 312.Furthermore, the operator may switch to the upper end of the instant reply list, as shown by block 822, through the activation of input 328, or switch to the lower end of the instant reply list, as shown by block 824, through the activation of input 330. Furthermore, once an appropriate reply has been selected, the operator may choose to send the selected reply, as shown by block 830, through the activation of the right-hand trigger input button 332.

[0080] Referring to Figure 40, the vehicle 200 includes a power system 110, an electrical system 109, several accessories 1100, and sensors 144. The electrical system 109 may be electrically coupled to a server system 1200 to store and / or access various information about the vehicle 200. The server system 1200 may also be accessible via several other computing devices, such as mobile devices, e.g., cell phones or tablet devices, and / or computing devices with web browsers installed. The server system 1200, the electrical system 109, and any components of the vehicle 200, or components or accessories belonging to the user or passengers, may be operably coupled to each other via any wired or wireless communication system, mechanism, or process, such as via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular systems, satellite systems, etc. Several third-party data services may be integrated with the information delivered to the operator of the vehicle 200 and the owners of the mobile devices or computer devices. Data services provided by data providers enable the integration of various types of data in a user interface coordinated by the server system 1200. In the illustrated embodiment, the data provider may include a map data provider, a weather data provider, a GIS data provider, and an unpaved road condition data provider. The various data providers are interconnected so as to be able to communicate with the service system 1200 via a network such as the Internet.Furthermore, such network is used to enable users of the mobile devices or computing devices to communicate with the server system 1200, as disclosed in PCT patent application PCT / US2014 / 018638 (principal number PLR-00TC-25635-04P-WO-E), filed on 26 February 2014, entitled “RECREATIONAL VEHICLE INTERACTIVE TELEMETRY, MAPPING, AND TRIP PLANNING SYSTEM,” the full disclosure of which is expressly incorporated herein by reference.

[0081] In one embodiment, as shown in Figure 40, the electrical system 109 includes a controller area network ("CAN") 1202 electrically coupled to a vehicle control unit ("VCU") 111, which comprises at least one alternative embodiment of a display 1000, at least one controller 140, and a plurality of sensors 144, such as a temperature sensor, a speed sensor, a pressure sensor, and any other sensors configured to determine parameters of any component of the vehicle 200. As shown in Figure 40, the controller 140 is operably coupled to the power system 110, accessories 1100, and the display 1000 to receive information from various components of the vehicle 200 and transmit information about such components to the display 1000 for the operator to view. For example, the controller 140 is also coupled to a communication interface 1204, which may be a cellular communication interface or a satellite communication interface, connectable to a server system 1200. An exemplary display 1000 is configured to provide various data or information relating to the operating conditions of the vehicle 200, ambient conditions, infotainment (e.g., radio), the vehicle's position via a global positioning system ("GPS") antenna, wireless connectivity, and / or any other information that may be useful to the operator during the operation of the vehicle 200.

[0082] In one embodiment, as shown in Figure 8, the display 1000 is supported on the vehicle 200, like the display 280, as disclosed in PCT Patent Application No. PCT / US2016 / 68849, whose full disclosure is expressly incorporated herein by reference, and is positioned in front of the operator in the longitudinal direction during the operation of the vehicle 200. An exemplary embodiment of the display 1000 is shown in Figure 41. The display 1000 may be a color touchscreen display having a plurality of pixels configured to change in response to operator input. For example, the operator may use their finger to select an option on the display 1000 and receive information about the vehicle 200, ambient conditions, etc. The display 1000 may include a plurality of sensors, such as pressure sensors or capacitive sensors (not shown), to determine the presence of the operator's finger on the display 1000. Therefore, the display 1000 is configured to distinguish between the presence of mud, dirt, or debris on the display 1000 and the operator's fingers, so that only the operator's fingers on the display 1000 can access the various information and options on the display 1000. In one embodiment, the sensor for the display 1000 enables touch operation of the display 1000 regardless of whether the operator is wearing gloves or not.

[0083] Furthermore, as shown in Figure 41, the display 1000, the fairing 244, and / or the handlebars 256 may support a number of inputs 1026 that allow the operator to change the information presented on the display 1000 and to access various functions of the vehicle 200, such as radio, GPS, Bluetooth, power input, and other infotainment options. Exemplaryly, the inputs 1026 may define hard buttons or push buttons located below the display 1000 on the fairing 244 (Figure 8). The inputs 1026 may allow quick access to specific information by touching the inputs 1026 and may also allow the operator to switch between various screens on the display 1000. For example, as shown in Figure 41, input 1026 may include, as disclosed herein, a gauge input 1044 that enables the operator to switch between the various screens on the display 1000; an infotainment input 1046 that enables the operator to quickly access music via the radio or other medium and provides the operator with other infotainment options; a location input 1048 that enables the operator to immediately access GPS information and maps, as disclosed herein; a connectivity input 1050 that enables the operator to immediately access their telephone or other communication device via the CAN interface 1202; and a settings input 1052 that enables the operator to quickly access the various settings for the display 1000 and the vehicle 200.

[0084] Referring to Figure 41, the display 1000 is configured to display a plurality of screens having various information to the operator, and the operator can change the output on the display 1000 while the vehicle 200 is in operation. In one embodiment, the display 1000 includes a main screen or home screen 1002 that displays current information regarding the operation of the vehicle 200. For example, the home screen 1002 includes a plurality of areas configured to display information such as vehicle speed, coolant temperature or oil temperature, battery life or battery voltage, fuel level, transmission gear, etc. Exemplarily, the home screen 1002 includes a speed section 1030 for outputting the vehicle speed to the operator, a tachometer section 1032, an odometer section 1034, a battery section 1036, a fuel level section 1038, a gear section 1040, and a drive wheel section 1042 that indicates whether the vehicle 200 is in all-wheel drive mode, four-wheel drive mode, or two-wheel drive mode.

[0085] Furthermore, as shown in Figure 41, the home screen 1002 includes a status bar 1028 at the top of the display 1000. The status bar 1028 may include the status of the operator's phone, for example, the connection section 1054 may include whether the phone is connected to the vehicle 200 via Bluetooth, and the phone notification section 1056 may include whether there are any text messages or missed calls. In addition, the status bar 1028 may also show the ambient temperature in the temperature section 1058, the direction of the vehicle 200 in the compass section 1060, and the time in the clock section 1062. Any other functions, indicators, notifications, or information may be included in the status bar 1028, and in one embodiment, the display 1000 is configured to be customized by the operator so that the operator can view any desired information on a specific screen of the display 1000. The status bar 1028 is configured to remain at the top of the display 1000 regardless of the screen or output displayed to the operator. Therefore, the status bar 1028 is used universally with all screens on display 1000.

[0086] Furthermore, when the operator touches and releases their finger downwards from the status bar 1028, i.e., slides it, the display 1000 may provide the operator with several options, such as the option to switch to another screen, the option to view the status of other components, functions, or accessories of the vehicle 200, and / or the option to view any notifications regarding the vehicle 200 or accessory 1100. In this way, the status bar 1028 may also provide a back function of the display 1000 so that the operator can use a drop-down menu within the status bar 1028 to access other information on the previous screen or to navigate to other screens. Alternatively, the display 1000 may be configured so that the operator slides their finger to the right or left along the display 1000 when they want to return to a previous screen, for example, the home screen 1002. In addition to using their finger on the display 1000, the operator may access other screens on the display 1000 by touching inputs on the display 1000, on the fairing 244, and / or on the handlebars 256.

[0087] As shown in Figure 42, one of the screens provided on the display 1000 is an options screen 1004 configured to display multiple options for the operator regarding various information that may be output on the display 1000. For example, the options screen 1004 includes multiple inputs 1006 that can indicate each particular function or information by text or pictures through words or visual images. In one embodiment, the inputs 1006 listed on the options screen 1004 include a power input or on / off input 1008, a driving mode input 1010, an accessory input 1012, a setting input 1014, a diagnostic input 1016, a suspension setting input 1018, a clutch setting input 1020, a speed key input 1022, and a driving state input 1024. Once the options screen 1004 is accessed, the operator may access various information regarding the vehicle 200, accessories, ambient conditions, etc., through the options screen 1004, as disclosed herein and according to Figure 43.

[0088] The display 1000 may be configured to output various information to the operator in multiple ways. For example, the display 1000 may be configured to display information in a dual analog, digital, or standard manner by manual scroll bars (not shown) on the left and / or right side of the display 1000 for scrolling between options on the screen.

[0089] While various exemplary embodiments of the options and information configured to be provided to the display 1000 are disclosed herein, the operator may understand that the display 1000 and / or the VCU 111 may be customized or otherwise configured to provide any information relating to the vehicle 200. Therefore, the exemplary embodiments disclosed herein are not intended to be exhaustive and merely provide examples of the information that the operator may access through the display 1000. Further details of the display 1000 and exemplary embodiments disclosed herein may be disclosed in PCT patent application PCT / US2014 / 018638, filed on 26 February 2014, entitled "RECREATIONAL VEHICLE INTERACTIVE TELEMETRY, MAPPING, AND TRIP PLANNING SYSTEM" (agency reference number PLR-00TC-25635-04P-WO-E), the full disclosure of which is expressly incorporated herein by reference.

[0090] Power input Referring to Figures 42 and 43, the display 1000 may automatically turn on when the vehicle 200 is turned on via a key, push button, remote starter, security key, key fob, or any other device. Alternatively, the display 1000 may not turn on until the operator clearly powers it on. For example, when the operator views the display 1000, the operator may first consider whether or not to turn on the display 1000. If the vehicle 200 is not turned on, the display 1000 does not need to turn on either. However, if the vehicle 200 is turned on, the operator may turn on the display 1000 via power input 1008. In one embodiment, power input 1008 is displayed on the options screen 1004, but the display 1000, the fairing 244, and / or the handlebars 256 may also include a power input (not shown) within input 1026 (Figure 41) to turn on the display 1000 when the options screen 1004 is not visible.

[0091] Referring to Figure 42, with the display 1000 turned on, the operator may access the options screen 1004 by selecting one of the inputs 1026, swiping their finger left or right on the display 1000, and / or accessing a drop-down menu from the status bar 1028. For example, if the operator wants to turn off the display 1000, they may turn off the power to the display 1000 by accessing the power input 1008 on the options screen 1004 or through input 1026 on the fairing 244 and / or the handlebar 256.

[0092] Operating mode input With respect to Figures 42 to 44, when the display 1000 is on, the operator may want to determine and / or change the driving mode of the vehicle 200. For example, the operator may access the driving mode input 1010 on the options screen 1004 or through input 1026 on the fairing 244 and / or handlebars 256 to display the driving modes available for the vehicle 200. In one embodiment, as shown in Figure 44, the driving modes for the vehicle 200 may be an eco mode or economy mode for saving fuel, a normal mode, and / or a sport mode for greater speed and / or greater power output from the powertrain 110. Furthermore, the driving mode input 1010 may allow the operator to select the terrain on which the vehicle 200 is operating, e.g., mud, snow, sand, uphill or uphill, downhill or downhill, and / or any other terrain conditions on which the vehicle 200 is specifically configured. In one embodiment, the operator may also select all-wheel drive mode, four-wheel drive mode, or two-wheel drive mode via the driving mode input 1010. Thus, the operator may make two or more selections when accessing the driving mode input 1010. The operator may select one or more desired driving modes by touching the display 1000 and / or through inputs on the fairing 244 and / or handlebars 256.

[0093] Accessory Input When on the options screen 1004 (Figure 42), the operator may select accessory input 1012 to access accessories 1100 for the vehicle 200, as shown in Figures 43 and 45. For example, accessories 1100 for the vehicle 200 may include a radio, GPS or mapping functions, headlights, fog lights, interior lights, electric power steering ("EPS"), "Bluetooth", a camera, saddlebags, a trunk, a windshield, an adjustable suspension assembly, or any other functions, features, components, or devices configured for the vehicle 200.

[0094] When the operator selects accessory input 1012, the operator may select one or more accessories to access. For example, the operator may select the audio or radio functions of an accessory, and the display 1000 may provide options for faders, balance, and any other inputs for controlling the accessory audio on the vehicle 200.

[0095] Furthermore, as shown in Figures 43 to 45, the operator may select the light option 1064 to turn on or off headlights, ground lights, accent lights, underglow lights, fog lights, or interior lights illuminating a portion of the operator space of the vehicle 200, such as ceiling lights or interior lights. In one embodiment, any of the lights on the vehicle 200 may have a color-changing LED light, and the light option 1064 may allow the operator to change the color of any of the lights on the vehicle 200.

[0096] Furthermore, the operator may select the EPS option 1066 by accessing the accessory input 1012 to utilize the vehicle 200's EPS in high mode, medium mode, or low mode.

[0097] Furthermore, as shown in Figure 45, the operator may access the windshield option 1068 to adjust the position of the windshield for the vehicle 200 in order to move the windshield upward or downward while the vehicle 200 is in operation.

[0098] In one embodiment, one of the accessories 1100 of the vehicle 200 includes a garage door opener that is electrically coupled to the vehicle's electrical system 109 via a wireless or wired connection and can be accessed and controlled via an accessory input 1012 on a display 1000. For example, the operator may place a general-purpose garage door opener at any location in the vehicle 200, for example, in a storage console, and a CAN or other type of signal may be transmitted from the display 1000 to the garage door opener, enabling the operator to control the opening and closing of the garage door through the display 1000. Alternatively, the garage door opener may be integrated into the vehicle.

[0099] Using the accessory input 1012 (Figures 43 and 45), the operator may also choose to connect to their phone, access the radio, access GPS and / or map information about the local terrain and / or the location of the vehicle 200 and / or other riders in the area. For example, as shown in Figures 46A and 46B, the map option 1070 in an exemplary embodiment provides a map of the location of the vehicle 200 shown on the display 1000. Furthermore, the map option 1070 enables turn-by-turn directions or other navigation functions while the vehicle 200 is in motion. In one embodiment, when the map is shown on the display 1000, the speed of the vehicle 200, the amount of fuel remaining in the vehicle 200's fuel tank, the coordinates of the vehicle 200, and other information may also be displayed.

[0100] Since the display 1000 can be operated with the operator's fingers, the operator may zoom in on a specific area of ​​the map (Figure 46A) by bringing their fingers together and then separating them, zoom out by bringing their fingers together to access a wider area of ​​the location shown on the map (Figure 46A), and / or move their fingers up, down, right, or left to move the viewing portion of the map to a different area (Figure 46B). Furthermore, the map function of the vehicle 200 may enable the rider to pinpoint the current location of the vehicle 200, i.e., “drop a pin” on the map, and subsequently designate that location for future ride mapping, and / or provide the current location to other vehicles. Thus, the map option 1070 of the vehicle 200 may then track the route of the vehicle 200 and allow the operator to save, name, or otherwise remember and identify information about the route for future ride mapping. Furthermore, in one embodiment, the map option 1070 of the vehicle 200 has a lockout function that maintains the output of the map on the display 1000 and does not allow any changes to the map image provided on the display 1000 for at least a certain period of time or while the vehicle 200 is operating at a certain speed.

[0101] Furthermore, as shown in Figures 45 and 47, the accessory input 1012 allows the operator to access their own phone through the phone option 1072. The operator's phone may be connected via Bluetooth, and through the phone option 1072, the operator can view the phone's connectivity status, battery voltage, headset connectivity, and signal strength via an exemplary screen as shown in Figure 47. In addition, the operator can view missed calls and / or text messages received by the phone. In an exemplary embodiment of the display 1000, the operator's phone can be accessed through the display 1000 or by audible commands to the headset transmitted to the controller 140 via the speaker to access the operator's phone. Furthermore, two or more headsets may be connected to the vehicle 200, for example, both the driver and passenger may each connect separate headsets to the vehicle 200. In one embodiment, both the driver and passenger may be connected to the display 1000 wirelessly via a wireless connection such as Wi-Fi, or via a wired connection. In this way, the vehicle 200 is configured to allow simultaneous connection of two or more headsets, enabling two or more people on the vehicle 200 to listen to audio, talk to other people on the vehicle 200, access telephones or other functions on or connected to the vehicle 200, etc. For example, in one embodiment, the headsets may be wirelessly connected to each other, enabling the driver and one or more passengers to converse or confer with each other without going through the connections on the vehicle 200. In a further embodiment, the electrical system 109 of the vehicle 200 may be configured to connect to two or more telephones or devices, such as passengers' telephones or iPods®, in addition to the operator's telephone.

[0102] However, the vehicle 200's VCU 111 may be programmed to include a specific lockout function for the telephone option 1072 based on vehicle operating parameters. In one embodiment, the vehicle 200's telephone option 1072 may be locked out when the vehicle 200 is operating above a predetermined speed. For example, the vehicle 200's telephone option 1072 may be temporarily disabled when the vehicle 200 is operating above a predetermined speed so that the operator does not notice an incoming call or text message. Alternatively, or in addition to the above, the telephone option 1072 may include a “ignore” option for ignoring an incoming call or text message while the vehicle 200 is operating, and / or a set of immediate response messages indicating that the operator is currently unable to access their phone, such as “Driving. I’ll call / text you later.”

[0103] Referring to Figure 45, by accessing accessory input 1012, the operator can select camera option 1074 to turn a camera (not shown) on or off, and point the camera's viewfinder in a specific direction. Input from the camera is transmitted to the display 1000 via controller 140 so that the image captured by the camera is displayed to the operator on the display 1000. For example, any camera on the vehicle 200 may be directly wired to the vehicle 200, for example, the VCU and / or the display 1000, or wirelessly connected to the display 1000, for example, via a "Bluetooth" connection. By connecting one or more cameras to the display 1000, various settings for the one or more cameras, such as resolution, mode, filters, etc., may be adjusted via the display 1000, without having to directly adjust these settings using the camera itself or through an external device such as a telephone. Furthermore, as shown in Figure 48A, other information such as vehicle speed at location 1300, driving mode at location 1302, selected gear at location 1304, fuel level (not shown), music and volume (not shown), error code (not shown), time (not shown), GPS information (not shown), coolant temperature or oil temperature (not shown), and / or battery level (not shown) may be displayed on the display 1000 when images from the cameras are also displayed. As shown in Figure 48D, the display 1000 enables the operator to control any of the cameras on the vehicle 200 through inputs associated with the display 1000, and video and / or images captured by the one or more cameras are transmitted to the display 1000 so that the operator can view the images and / or videos taken by the one or more cameras, thus providing two-way communication between the operator and the cameras.In this way, since the one or more cameras are fully integrated into the vehicle 200, the vehicle 200 and the display 1000 eliminate the need for the user to operate the one or more cameras through their own phone or other device.

[0104] In one embodiment, the camera is configured to have the capability to capture live photographs or videos. However, when the vehicle 200 is operating at a speed exceeding a predetermined speed, the display 1000 may automatically switch to a different screen so that the full visual output on the display 1000 is not constantly moving while the operator is driving the vehicle 200, such as when the input from the camera is displayed on the display 1000.

[0105] In one embodiment, at least one camera is provided on the front and / or rear of the vehicle 200. In this way, the one or more cameras can capture images and videos from the forward and rear views. For example, as shown in Figure 48B, the display 1000 may include camera icons 1310 that allow the user to switch between any of the cameras on the vehicle 200, including a forward-facing camera, a rear-facing camera, a side-facing camera, etc. Because the cameras are either directly wired to the display 1000 or wirelessly connected to the display 1000 via, for example, a "Bluetooth" connection, the display 1000 can recognize multiple cameras and allow the user to switch between the various cameras through the icons 1310 on the display 1000. Thus, the rear camera may be used as an assist camera for the vehicle 200. Furthermore, any camera on the vehicle 200 may be configured to automatically record video when the vehicle 200 is operating at a certain speed, so that the ride is automatically recorded without input from the operator, and so that the operator can later review the footage so that the camera functions as a live action camera or action sports camera to record the ride in the vehicle 200. For example, the camera may automatically start recording when the vehicle is moving and automatically stop recording when the vehicle stops moving. Alternatively, the user can control when the camera starts and stops recording through an input on the display 1000 shown at 1306 in Figure 48A, and can also take a snapshot or still image shown on the display 1000 by selecting an input at location 1308 in Figure 48A while the camera continues to record live images. In a further embodiment, the camera may automatically record images and information for a predetermined period of time, for example, 5 seconds, 10 seconds, 15 seconds, 30 seconds, 60 seconds, 90 seconds, etc., without the user activating the camera.In this example, the period automatically recorded by the camera may be saved as a loop recording, and the user may then choose to permanently save the loop recording to memory, or choose to overwrite it to record further images, videos, and information from the next ride.

[0106] In one embodiment, the vehicle 200 may include any number of cameras that can face any direction toward or away from the vehicle 200. Any number of cameras may be connected to the vehicle 200 using, for example, a wireless connection, such as a "Bluetooth" connection, or a USB device. Furthermore, once connected to the vehicle 200, one or more of the cameras may be recognized by the display 1000, allowing the operator to select any / all of the cameras and take still images and / or record video on any of the cameras by selecting an input on the display 1000. Furthermore, any of the cameras may provide the operator with further information, such as whether there is a person rapidly approaching the vehicle 200 or whether another vehicle is in the vehicle 200's "blind spot".

[0107] When one or more of the cameras record live video or take still images, the information and images captured by the cameras may be recorded in the vehicle 200, the display 1000, or the memory of the cameras themselves. More specifically, the memory associated with the cameras may be accessed remotely through a USB port on the vehicle 200 or through Bluetooth or wireless connectivity to a device. In one embodiment, all of the cameras on the vehicle 200 may record images, videos, and other information to a single storage location on the vehicle 200 to aggregate the information from the cameras in one place. Furthermore, the images, videos, and information captured by one or more of the cameras may be shared on social media, sent to contacts in the user's phone, or uploaded to the cloud when the vehicle 200 is connected to Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or any other wireless network or system. Images acquired from the cameras may be viewed again on an external device, for example, on a phone, or on the display 1000 via a playback function accessible through the display 1000. Furthermore, after the camera has stopped recording a particular portion of the ride, when the vehicle 200 is parked, when the engine 214 is stopped, or when any other parameters are met, a summary screen may be displayed on the display 1000, as shown in Figure 48C, to provide the rider with trip information. In addition, the exemplary summary screen shown in Figure 48C may be transmitted to the cloud, memory, social media, or the rider's contacts to display information such as average speed at 1312, maximum speed at 1314, ride time at 1316, travel time at 1318, stop time at 1320, maximum incline of the vehicle 200 at 1322, maximum ascent or altitude of the vehicle 200 at 1324, and maximum descent of the vehicle 200 at 1326.

[0108] In a further embodiment, one or more cameras may be supported on a mechanically or electrically controlled pedestal on the vehicle 200 so that the user can manually adjust the position of the camera's viewfinder, or so that the user can remotely adjust the position of the viewfinder through the display 1000.

[0109] Referring further to Figure 45, the operator can also adjust the output of the clock function through the clock option 1076. The operator can also turn the radio on and off, change the radio stations played by the radio, and / or access other media such as an iPod device, mp3 player, or USB connection by accessing the radio / infotainment option 1078 in the accessory input 1012. In one embodiment, the radio / infotainment option 1078 may include a "discoverable" mode that "learns" the operator's genre, artist, and song preferences and pre-determines playlists, artists, or genres that the operator might want to listen to on their next ride in the vehicle 200. Furthermore, the radio / infotainment option 1078 may allow pre-setting of favorites, such as pre-setting radio stations or satellite stations.

[0110] Other accessories 1100 for vehicle 200 may include a security system for vehicle 200. For example, by accessing security option 1080 as shown in Figure 45, the operator may be able to lock the saddlebags, trunk, or any other storage compartments of vehicle 200. Furthermore, the operator may be able to enter or change security keys, access security settings, and / or view all other security functions of vehicle 200. Further functions of the security system for vehicle 200 may be disclosed in PCT patent applications PCT / US2009 / 36315 and PCT / US2009 / 60123, the full disclosures of which PCT patent applications are expressly incorporated herein by reference.

[0111] Furthermore, the security functions of the vehicle 200 may be configured to determine whether an accident has occurred or whether the vehicle 200 is in a rollover state. For example, as shown in Figure 49, if the vehicle 200 is hit by another vehicle or is in a rollover state, a sensor, such as a position sensor, may be activated, or the rollover or accident may be determined by other means. The sensor or other functions of the vehicle 200 may then transmit a signal to the controller 140 to enable the security option 1080 to automatically make a call for help. In one embodiment, a call may be made to 911 or a local emergency service unit to inform them that the vehicle 200 has rolled over. Furthermore, if an accident or rollover occurs, a call may be made to a person on the operator's contact list or phone book. In one embodiment, a notification or alarm may be issued to vehicles in the local area based on the proximity of other vehicles to the vehicle 200. Therefore, the security system or security function of the vehicle 200 is configured to communicate or transmit signals to the operator's telephone, which then communicates or makes calls to third parties such as the emergency service unit, other vehicles in the area, or contacts in the user's phonebook.

[0112] During the notification or alarm, information regarding the operator, vehicle 200, and / or the location of vehicle 200 may be communicated so that other people can approach vehicle 200 to assist in the accident situation. However, if the accident or rollover is not an emergency, security option 1080 on display 1000 provides a “cancel” input for the operator to cancel the emergency notification or alarm. In one embodiment, a timer is provided that shows the time until the emergency notification or alarm will be made unless the operator cancels the notification or alarm by touching the “cancel” input. If the operator is injured and unable to cancel the notification, the notification or alarm will initiate the provision of assistance to the operator.

[0113] Setting Input When the options screen 1004 (Figures 42 and 43) is displayed, the operator may select setting input 1014 to change settings for the display 1000 and / or other components of the vehicle 200. For example, as shown in Figure 50, the operator may change the default brightness or resolution of the display 1000 through display option 1082 (see also Figure 37). Furthermore, when accessing setting input 1014, the operator may change notifications through notification option 1084, Bluetooth or telephone connectivity settings through connectivity option 1086, power saving settings through power saving option 1088, language settings through language option 1090, and other settings for the display 1000 and / or vehicle 200.

[0114] Diagnostic Input Referring to Figure 51, when on the options screen 1004 (Figures 42 and 43), the operator may select diagnostic input 1016 to perform a diagnostic scan of the vehicle 200 via the diagnostic scan option 1092, or access diagnostic or repair information regarding the vehicle 200 via the diagnostic notification option 1094. For example, as shown in Figure 51, diagnostic input 1016 may provide the operator with a trouble code via the trouble / fault code option 1096 when the vehicle 200 requires repair. More specifically, notification option 1094 may provide the operator with a notification displayed on the display 1000 indicating that a trouble or fault has occurred and identifying the fault by a code. When the vehicle 200 has stopped moving, the operator may be allowed to search for the fault through the trouble / fault code option 1096 of diagnostic input 1016 to understand the problem with the vehicle 200.

[0115] Alternatively, or in addition to the above, the diagnostic input 1016 may enable the operator to search for common repairs via the search option 1098 to display tools and procedures for repairing specific components of the vehicle 200. In one embodiment, the search option 1098 of the diagnostic input 1016 may enable the operator to enter specific keywords or access a menu of common repair procedures to perform tasks such as tightening belts, changing tires, changing oil, or adding coolant.

[0116] Suspension setting input Referring to Figure 52, when on the options screen 1004 (Figures 42 and 43), the operator may select the suspension setting input 1018 to change the parameters of the vehicle 200's suspension assembly. For example, as shown in Figure 52, the vehicle may include electrically controlled front and / or rear suspensions. From the suspension setting input 1018, the operator may access the front suspension option 1102 and / or rear suspension option 1104 to change various parameters of the vehicle 200's front and / or rear suspensions, such as spring tension to adjust the stiffness of the suspensions.

[0117] Further details of the suspension assembly may be disclosed in PCT Patent Application No. PCT / US2013 / 68937 entitled "VEHICLE HAVING SUSPENSION WITH CONTINUOUS DAMPING CONTROL" and PCT Patent Application No. PCT / US2015 / 54296 entitled "VEHICLE HAVING SUSPENSION WITH CONTINUOUS DAMPING CONTROL", the full disclosures of which are expressly incorporated herein by reference.

[0118] Clutch setting input Referring to Figure 53, when on the options screen 1004 (Figures 42 and 43), the operator may select the clutch setting input 1020 to change the parameters of the clutch assembly (not shown) or other aspects of the vehicle 200's power system 110. For example, as shown in Figure 53, the operator may be allowed to switch between manual clutch control and automatic clutch control via the manual clutch operation option 1106 and the automatic clutch operation option 1108. Furthermore, the clutch setting input 1020 may display information to the operator regarding the current clutch settings, such as the fluid level in the clutch master cylinder or clutch engagement parameters, allowing the operator to change such parameters as desired when the vehicle 200 is not in operation.

[0119] Further details of the powertrain system 110, including the aforementioned transmission, may be disclosed in the specification of PCT Patent Application No. PCT / US12 / 60269, entitled "PRIMARY CLUTCH ELECTRONIC CVT," the entire disclosure of said PCT Patent Application is expressly incorporated herein by reference.

[0120] Speed ​​key input With respect to Figure 54, when in the options screen 1004 (Figures 42 and 43), the operator may select speed key input 1022 to change the speed key parameters of the vehicle 200. For example, as shown in Figure 54, the operator may select via speed key input 1116 the speed at which the vehicle 200 can operate for a particular rider, and the inputs necessary to change the speed key parameters (key fob, speed limit, security key, etc.). In this way, the operator may control the operation of the vehicle 200 when another person is operating the vehicle 200, based on that person's age, ability, and driving experience of the vehicle 200. For example, speed key input 1022 may allow the operator to set or change the parameters to a beginner rider level via beginner rider option 1110, an intermediate rider level via intermediate rider option 1112, and an advanced rider level via advanced rider option 1114.

[0121] Furthermore, the speed key input 1022 may be remotely accessed by signals or inputs transmitted via a wireless network or "Bluetooth" to remotely control or change the speed key parameters of the vehicle 200. For example, the speed key input 1022 may be accessed by the administrator of all vehicles 200 to enable fleet management of the vehicles 200 from a location within or away from the vehicles 200.

[0122] Further details of the speed key for vehicle 200 may be disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 7,822,514, issued on 26 October 2010, entitled "SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING VEHICLE PARAMETERS" (Palice ID PLR-02-603.01P) and U.S. Patent No. 8,948,926, issued on 3 February 2015, entitled "SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING VEHICLE PARAMETERS" (Palice ID PLR-02-603.02P), the full disclosures of which U.S. patents are expressly incorporated herein by reference.

[0123] Input operating status Referring to Figure 55, when on the options screen 1004 (Figures 42 and 43), the operator may select the driving condition input 1024 to view the status of driving conditions and / or the status of various components of the vehicle 200. For example, as shown in Figure 55, the operator may view details regarding speed via the speed data option 1122, details regarding fuel consumption via the fuel data option 1118, details regarding mileage via the mileage data option 1120, and details regarding coolant, oil, exhaust, or other temperature information via the temperature data option 1124. In one embodiment, each parameter selected by the operator may provide the operator with historical data, current data, and average data. Alternatively, an output similar to the home screen 1002 (Figure 41) may be provided to the operator so that the operator can view multiple parameters at once.

[0124] Any of the features and functions disclosed herein may be understood to be applicable to both on-road and off-road vehicles.

[0125] Although the present invention has been described with exemplary designs, the invention may be further modified within the spirit and scope of this disclosure. This application is therefore intended to encompass variations, uses, or modifications of the invention using the general principles of the invention. Furthermore, this application is intended to encompass such deviations from the disclosure as falling into known or prior art in the art to which the invention belongs.

[0126] Preferred embodiments of the present invention are described below in separate sections.

[0127] Embodiment 1 A recreational vehicle for operator operation, comprising: a plurality of ground engagement members; a frame supported by the plurality of ground engagement members; a prime mover supported by the frame and operably coupled to at least one of the plurality of ground engagement members to power the movement of the recreational vehicle; and a steering system supported by the frame and operably coupled to at least a portion of the plurality of ground engagement members to move the portion of the plurality of ground engagement members relative to the frame, comprising a steering member adapted to be gripped by the operator of the recreational vehicle, wherein the steering member is movable relative to the frame, the recreational vehicle comprising: a user interface system supported by the frame, the user interface system comprising a display, the display configurable to display a first screen layout, the first screen layout comprising at least a first region having a first region layout selected from at least one predefined group of region layouts, and a second region having a second region layout selected from at least one predefined group of region layouts.

[0128] Embodiment 2 The recreational vehicle according to Embodiment 1, characterized in that the first region and the second region are arranged in a relationship where they do not overlap with each other.

[0129] Embodiment 3 A recreational vehicle according to embodiment 1 or 2, characterized in that the first region and the second region are arranged adjacent to each other, and the first region is displayed to the left of the second region.

[0130] Embodiment 4 A recreational vehicle according to any one of embodiments 1 to 3, characterized in that the first region and the second region are arranged in a vertically aligned relationship, and the first region is displayed above the second region.

[0131] Embodiment 5 A recreational vehicle according to any one of embodiments 1 to 4, characterized in that the display is further configurable to display a second screen layout, the second screen layout comprising at least a third region having a third region layout selected from at least one predefined group of region layouts, and a fourth region having a fourth region layout selected from at least one predefined group of region layouts.

[0132] Embodiment 6 The recreational vehicle according to Embodiment 5, characterized in that the second screen layout switches from the first screen layout in response to at least one input received through at least one input device of the user interface system.

[0133] Embodiment 7 The recreational vehicle according to embodiment 6, characterized in that the at least one input device is supported by the steering member of the steering system.

[0134] Embodiment 8 The recreational vehicle according to embodiment 7, characterized in that the display is located in front of the steering member.

[0135] Embodiment 9 A recreational vehicle according to embodiment 7 or 8, characterized in that the steering member includes a handlebar, the plurality of ground engagement members include a front wheel and a rear wheel, the rear wheel is aligned with the front wheel along the longitudinal center plane of the recreational vehicle, and the recreational vehicle further comprises at least one saddle-type seat positioned along the longitudinal center plane of the recreational vehicle.

[0136] Embodiment 10 The recreational vehicle according to embodiment 8 or 9, characterized in that the display moves together with the steering member.

[0137] Embodiment 11 A recreational vehicle according to any one of embodiments 8 to 10, characterized in that the display remains stationary relative to the saddle-type seat while the steering member moves relative to the saddle-type seat.

[0138] Embodiment 12 A recreational vehicle according to any one of embodiments 6 to 11, characterized in that the display is further configurable to display a third screen layout, the third screen layout including a fifth region layout displayed in the first region and selected from at least one predefined group of region layouts, and a sixth region layout displayed in the second region and selected from at least one predefined group of region layouts.

[0139] Embodiment 13 The recreational vehicle according to embodiment 12, characterized in that the third screen layout switches from the second screen layout in response to at least one input received through at least one input device of the user interface system.

[0140] Embodiment 14 The recreational vehicle according to embodiment 13, characterized in that the at least one input device is supported by the steering member of the steering system.

[0141] Embodiment 15 The recreational vehicle according to embodiment 14, characterized in that the display is located in front of the steering member.

[0142] Embodiment 16 A recreational vehicle according to embodiment 14 or 15, characterized in that the steering member includes a handlebar, the plurality of ground engagement members include a front wheel and a rear wheel, the rear wheel is aligned with the front wheel along the longitudinal center plane of the recreational vehicle, and the recreational vehicle further comprises at least one saddle-type seat positioned along the longitudinal center plane of the recreational vehicle.

[0143] Embodiment 17 A method for communicating information to the rider of a recreational vehicle, the method being: A step of providing a display supported by the frame of the recreational vehicle, wherein the display is configurable to display a first screen layout, the first screen layout comprising at least a first region having a first region layout selectable from at least one predefined group of region layouts, and a second region having a second region layout selectable from at least one predefined group of region layouts, A step of receiving a first selection for the first region layout, The steps include receiving a second selection for the second region, The steps include storing the first selection and the second selection in a memory associated with the recreational vehicle. A method for providing this.

[0144] Embodiment 18 The display can be further configured to display a second screen layout, The second screen layout includes a third region layout selectable from the group of at least one predefined region layouts, and a fourth region layout selectable from the group of at least one predefined region layouts. The steps include receiving a third selection for the third region, The steps include receiving a fourth selection for the fourth region, The steps include storing the third and fourth selections in a memory associated with the recreational vehicle. The method according to embodiment 17, further comprising:

[0145] Embodiment 19 A step of receiving a first input from a first user input, The steps include switching the first screen layout to the second screen layout in response to the reception of the first input, The steps include: switching the second screen layout to a third screen layout in response to receiving a second input from the first user input; The steps include: presenting the first screen layout in response to receiving at least a third input from the first user input; The method according to embodiment 18, which further comprises the above.

[0146] Embodiment 20 A recreational vehicle operated by an operator, Multiple ground engagement members, A frame supported by the multiple ground engagement members, A prime mover supported by the frame and operably coupled to at least one of the plurality of ground engagement members to power the movement of the recreational vehicle, A steering system supported by the frame and operably coupled to at least some of the plurality of ground engagement members to move the plurality of ground engagement members relative to the frame, including a steering member adapted to be gripped by the operator of the recreational vehicle, wherein the steering member is movable relative to the frame, A user interface system supported by the frame, comprising a plurality of user inputs supported by the steering member and a display spaced apart from the steering member, wherein the display is configured to sequentially provide at least three different screen layouts in response to at least two activations of a first user input among the plurality of user inputs. A recreational vehicle equipped with [features / equipment].

[0147] Embodiment 21 The recreational vehicle according to Embodiment 20, characterized in that the first screen layout among the three different screen layouts includes at least two display areas containing configurable content.

[0148] Embodiment 22 The recreational vehicle according to Embodiment 21, characterized in that the first screen layout includes at least a first region having a first region layout selected from at least one predefined group of region layouts, and a second region having a second region layout selected from the at least one predefined group of region layouts.

[0149] Embodiment 23 The recreational vehicle according to embodiment 22, characterized in that the first region and the second region are arranged in a relationship where they do not overlap with each other.

[0150] Embodiment 24 A recreational vehicle according to embodiment 22 or 23, characterized in that the first region and the second region are arranged adjacent to each other, and the first region is displayed to the left of the second region.

[0151] Embodiment 25 A recreational vehicle according to any one of embodiments 22 to 24, characterized in that the first region and the second region are arranged in a vertically aligned relationship, and the first region is displayed above the second region.

[0152] Embodiment 26 A recreational vehicle according to any one of embodiments 22 to 25, characterized in that the display is further configurable to display a second screen layout, the second screen layout comprising at least a third region having a third region layout selected from at least one predefined group of region layouts, and a fourth region having a fourth region layout selected from at least one predefined group of region layouts.

[0153] Embodiment 27 The recreational vehicle according to embodiment 26, characterized in that the second screen layout switches from the first screen layout in response to at least one input received through the first user input of the user interface system.

[0154] Embodiment 28 The recreational vehicle according to Embodiment 27, characterized in that the steering member includes a handlebar, the plurality of ground engagement members include a front wheel and a rear wheel, the rear wheel is aligned with the front wheel along the longitudinal center plane of the recreational vehicle, and the recreational vehicle further comprises at least one saddle-type seat positioned along the longitudinal center plane of the recreational vehicle.

[0155] Embodiment 29 A method for communicating information to the rider of a recreational vehicle, the method being: The steps include providing a display supported by the frame of the recreational vehicle, the display configured to provide at least three screen layouts, A steering member of the steering system of the recreational vehicle, comprising the step of providing a plurality of user inputs supported by a steering member that is movable relative to the frame, The steps include sequentially displaying the at least three screen layouts configured to be shown on the display in response to at least two activations of a first input among the plurality of user inputs, and A method for providing this.

[0156] Embodiment 30 The method according to embodiment 29, characterized in that the first screen layout among the at least three screen layouts includes at least a first region having a first region layout selectable from at least one predefined group of region layouts, and a second region having a second region layout selectable from at least one predefined group of region layouts.

[0157] Embodiment 31 The method according to embodiment 29 or 30, characterized in that the second screen layout among the at least three screen layouts includes a third region layout selectable from the at least one predefined region layout group and a fourth region layout selectable from the at least one predefined region layout group.

[0158] Embodiment 32 A step of receiving a first input from a first user input, The steps include switching the first screen layout to the second screen layout in response to the reception of the first input, The steps include: switching the second screen layout to a third screen layout in response to receiving a second input from the first user input; The steps include: presenting the first screen layout in response to receiving at least a third input from the first user input; The method according to embodiment 31, further comprising

[0159] Embodiment 33 The method according to embodiment 32, characterized in that the first user input is supported by a steering member rotatable with respect to the display, and the display is spaced apart from the steering member.

[0160] Embodiment 34 A recreational vehicle for use by a driver and at least a first passenger, wherein the driver has a driver portable communication device and a driver voice interface device having a microphone and a speaker, and the first passenger has a first passenger portable communication device and a first passenger voice interface device having a microphone and a speaker, and the vehicle comprises a plurality of ground engagement members, a frame supported by the plurality of ground engagement members, a prime mover supported by the frame and operably coupled to at least one of the plurality of ground engagement members to power the movement of the recreational vehicle, and a steering system supported by the frame and operably coupled to at least a portion of the plurality of ground engagement members to move the portion of the plurality of ground engagement members relative to the frame, wherein the driver of the recreational vehicle A recreational vehicle comprising a steering system including a steering member adapted to be gripped, wherein the steering member is movable relative to the frame, and at least one controller supported by the frame, wherein the at least one controller is adapted to be operably coupled to the driver's portable communication device, the driver's voice interface device, the passenger's portable communication device, and the passenger's voice interface device, and the at least one controller is configured to communicate voice information between the driver's portable communication device and the driver's voice interface device through the at least one controller, and to communicate voice information between the passenger's portable communication device and the passenger's voice interface device through the at least one controller.

[0161] Embodiment 35 The recreational vehicle according to embodiment 34, characterized in that the at least one controller is adapted to be operably coupled to at least three of the following via a wireless network: the driver mobile communication device, the driver voice interface device, the passenger mobile communication device, and the passenger voice interface device.

[0162] Embodiment 36 The recreational vehicle according to embodiment 34 or 35, characterized in that the at least one controller is adapted to be operably coupled to each of the driver mobile communication device, the driver voice interface device, the passenger mobile communication device, and the passenger voice interface device via a wireless network.

[0163] Embodiment 37 A method for communicating information to the driver and at least a first passenger of a recreational vehicle, wherein the driver has a driver portable communication device and a driver voice interface device having a microphone and a speaker, and the first passenger has a first passenger portable communication device and a first passenger voice interface device having a microphone and a speaker, and the method The steps include: operably coupling at least one controller of the recreational vehicle with the driver's mobile communication device, the driver's voice interface device, the first passenger's mobile communication device, and the first passenger's voice interface device; (a) routing voice information through at least one controller of the recreational vehicle between the driver's mobile communication device and the driver's voice interface device and (b) between the first passenger's mobile communication device and the passenger's voice interface device, wherein voice information is routed between the driver's mobile communication device and the driver's voice interface device in response to a call being made by the driver's mobile communication device, and voice information is routed between the first passenger's mobile communication device and the first passenger's voice interface device in response to a call being made by the first passenger's mobile communication device. A method for providing this. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0164] 100 Recreational Vehicles 102 Ground engaging member 104 frames 106 Operator support section 110 Power System, Powertrain (Figure 40) 112 Engine 114 Power supply system 116, 216 transmission 118 Stepped transmission 120 Continuously Variable Transmission 122 Differential 130 Braking / Traction System 138 Steering System 140 Vehicle Controller 142 memory 144 sensors 150 Operator Interfaces 152 Input Devices 154 Output Devices 156 Operator Interface Controller 158 memory 160,300 instrument clusters 170 Power System Controller 172 Brake / Traction Controller 174 Steering Controller 180 Network Controllers 182 Network Configuration Section 184 Position determiner 190 Drivers Mobile Communication Devices 192 Driver Voice Interface Device 194 Passenger's mobile communication device 196 Passenger Voice Interface Device 200 vehicles, motorcycles 202 Front ground engagement member 204 Front Rotation Axle 208 Rear ground engagement member 210 Frame Assembly 212 Powertrain Assembly 214 Engine 218 Cylinder 220 Fuel Tank 224-sheet assembly 226 Operator Sheet 228, 234 Seat 230, 236 Backrest 232 Passenger seats 240 Operator Area 244 Fairing 246 Upper edge 248 Rear range 250 Front Fork Assembly 252 Headlights 254 Steering Assembly 256 Handlebars 258 Right-hand grip 260 Left-hand grip 262 Windshield 270 User Interface Assembly 272 Part 1 274 Part 2 276 Part 3 278 Part 4 280, 1000 displays 282 Second display or gauge 284 Third display or gauge 286, 288 Display or gauge 302 Boarding screen input button 304 Audio selection input button 306 Power button 308 Connectivity Buttons 310 Navigation buttons 311 Configuration button 312 Left-hand trigger input button 314 Audio Inputs 316 Toggle Input Buttons 318 Volume Increase Input 320 Volume reduction input 322 Reverse scroll input 324 Forward scroll input 326 Approval Selection Input 326 328 Toggle-up input 330 Toggle-down input 332 Right-hand trigger input button 340 First screen layout 342 First area of ​​the first screen layout 340 344 Second area of ​​the first screen layout 340 345 Selection list on the right 346 Selection list on the left 347 Completion area 350 First Trip Options Screen Layout 352, 366 Distance Moved Indicator 354, 368 Driving range indicator 356, 370 average mile-per-gallon indicator 358, 372 Instant Miles per Gallon Indicator 360, 374 Elapsed Time Indicator 362, 376 Average Speed ​​Indicator 364, 378, 391, 404 Reset input 364 Second Trip Options Screen Layout 380 First exemplary screen layout of the passenger data screen 382, 394 Direction Indicator 384, 396 Moving Time Indicator 386, 398 Stop Time Indicator 388, 400 Altitude Indicator 390, 402 Elevation change indicator 392 Second exemplary screen layout of the passenger data screen 410 First exemplary vehicle information screen layout 412, 422 miles per hour indicator 414, 424 Driving range indicator 416 rpm indicator 418 Gear Indicator 420 Second exemplary vehicle information screen layout 426 Current gear indicator 428 Front tire pressure indicator 430 Rear tire pressure indicator 432 Power level indicator for accessories 440 First exemplary vehicle status screen layout 442, 464 Front tire pressure indicator 444, 462 Rear tire pressure indicator 446, 468 Oil life indicator 448, 466 Vehicle Accessory Status Indicator 450 elapsed engine hour indicator 452, 470 Oil change mile indicator 460 Second exemplary vehicle status screen layout 474 First Exemplary Audio Screen Layout 476 Audio Bandwidth Indicator 478 Broadcast Station Indicator 480 Song Indicator 482 Genre Indicator 484 Frequency Indicator 486 Mute input 488 Previously saved favorite entries 490 Next, the stored preset input 490 494 Second exemplary audio screen layout 496 Song or Album Graphic Indicator 498 Song Playback Time Indicator 500 Song Title Indicator 502 Artist Indicator 504 Album Indicator 506 Pause Input 520 Connectivity Screen Layout 522 First area of ​​connectivity screen layout 520 524, 608 Driver Mobile Communication Device Connection Status Indicator 526, 610 Signal Strength Indicator 528, 612 Battery level indicator 530 Phone Status Indicator 532 Text message status indicator 534 Second area of ​​the connectivity screen layout 520 536, 618 Driver Voice Interface Device Connection Status Indicator 540, 620 Map / Navigation Screen Layouts 542 Maps 544 Vehicle position indicator 546 Zoom out input 548 Zoom-in input 550 Display 280 First screen layout 552 First area of ​​the first screen layout 550 554 Second area of ​​the first screen layout 550 556 Third screen area of ​​the first screen layout 550 558 The fourth screen area of ​​the first screen layout 550 580 Audio Screen Layout 560 Map Screen Layout 562 Selection Screen Layout for One of Regions 556 and 558 564, 570 Sub - menu 566 Travelable Distance Screen Layout 568 Selection Screen Layout for One of Regions 552 and 554 571, 573, 575 Riding Screen Layout 576 Custom Image Screen Layout 582 Sound Source Selection Input 584 Volume Decrease Input 586 Volume Increase Input 588 Mute Input 592 Selection Input 594 Genre Selection Input 596 Discovery Input 600 Power - Off Screen Layout 602 Connectivity Screen Layout 604 First Region of Connectivity Screen Layout 602 606 Second Region of Connectivity Screen Layout 602 616 Text Message Creation Input 632 Processing Sequence 634, 636, 638, 640, 642, 644, 646, 648, 650, 652, 65., 656, 658, 660, 662, 664, 668, 6., 672 Blocks 708 Phone Notification Indicator 710 Information about Incoming Call 712 Response Input 714 Ignore Input 800 Incoming Text Notification Indicator 804 Quick Reply Input 806 Close Input 1002 Home Screen 1004 Option Screen 1006, 1026, 1306, 1308 Input 1008 On / Off Input 1010 Driving Mode Input 1012 Accessory Input 1014 Setting Input 1016 Diagnostic Input 1018 Suspension Setting Input 1020 Clutch Setting Input 1022 Speed Key Input 1024 Driving State Input 1028 Status Bar 1030 Speed Section 1032 Tachometer Section 1034 Odometer Section 1036 Battery Section 1038 Fuel Quantity Section 1040 Gear Section 1042 Driving Wheel Section 1044 Gauge Input 1046 Infotainment Input 1048 Position Input 1050 Connectivity Input 1052 Setting Input 1054 Connection Section<00​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​1096 Trouble / Failure Code Option 1098 Search Option 1100 Accessory 1102 Front Suspension Option 1104 Rear Suspension Option 1106 Manual Clutch Operation Option 1108 Automatic Clutch Operation Option 1110 Beginner Rider Option 1112 Intermediate Rider Option 1114 Advanced Rider Option 1116 Speed Key Input 1118 Fuel Data Option 1120 Mileage Data Option 1122 Speed Data Option 1124 Temperature Data Option 1200 Server System 1202 CAN Interface 1204 Communication Interface 1300 Vehicle Speed 1302 Driving Mode 1304 Selected Gear 1310 Camera Icon 1312 Average Speed 1314 Maximum Speed 1316 Riding Time 1318 Travel Time 1320 Stop Time 1322 Maximum Incline 1324 Highest Uphill or Highest Altitude 1326 Maximum Downhill

Claims

1. A frame and a plurality of ground engagement members connected to the frame, A steering assembly coupled to at least one of the ground engagement members, comprising a handlebar that is movable to move at least one of the plurality of ground engagement members, A saddle-type seat positioned behind the steering assembly, Multiple sensors supported by the aforementioned frame, At least one accessory supported by the steering assembly, A display supported by the aforementioned frame, A controller operably coupled to the display and the plurality of sensors In a vehicle equipped with, The vehicle, wherein the display represents a first screen layout comprising a first indicator representing the power characteristics of a first accessory among the at least one accessory.

2. The vehicle according to claim 1, wherein the at least one accessory is a heated grip.

3. The vehicle according to claim 1, wherein the at least one accessory is a heated sheet.

4. The vehicle according to claim 1, wherein the first indicator is a power level indicator.

5. The vehicle according to claim 4, wherein the power level indicator is a graphic indicator.

6. The vehicle according to claim 1, further comprising an input unit configured to control the first accessory.

7. The vehicle according to claim 6, wherein the first accessory is a heated grip.

8. A frame and a plurality of ground engagement members connected to the frame, A steering assembly coupled to at least one of the ground engagement members, comprising a handlebar that is movable to move at least one of the plurality of ground engagement members, and a first hand grip coupled to the handlebar, Multiple sensors supported by the aforementioned frame, A display supported by the aforementioned frame, A controller operably coupled to the display and In a vehicle equipped with, The controller is operably coupled to the plurality of sensors and the plurality of user input units. The display is adaptable to display a first screen layout that includes an indicator representing the power characteristics of the first hand grip based on a first sensor among the plurality of sensors. The first input unit among the plurality of user input units is configured to control the first hand grip of the vehicle.

9. The vehicle further comprises a seat supported by the frame, The vehicle according to claim 8, wherein the first input unit is configured to control the seat heater.

10. The vehicle further comprises a seat supported by the frame, The vehicle according to claim 8, wherein the second input unit among the plurality of user input units is configured to control the seat heater.

11. The vehicle extends along its centerline in the longitudinal direction, The vehicle according to claim 10, wherein the seat surface is arranged along the center line in the front-rear direction.

12. The vehicle further comprises a second hand grip connected to the handlebar, The vehicle according to claim 8, wherein the first input unit is configured to control the second hand grip.

13. The vehicle extends along its centerline in the longitudinal direction, The first hand grip is positioned on the first side of the center line in the front-to-back direction, The vehicle according to claim 12, wherein the second hand grip is positioned on the second side of the center line in the front-rear direction.

14. A frame and a plurality of ground engagement members connected to the frame, A steering assembly coupled to at least one of the ground engagement members, comprising a handlebar that is movable to move at least one of the plurality of ground engagement members, A saddle-type seat positioned behind the steering assembly, Multiple sensors supported by the aforementioned frame, At least one heating accessory supported by the frame, A display supported by the aforementioned frame, A controller operably coupled to the display and the plurality of sensors In a vehicle equipped with, The vehicle, wherein the display represents a first screen layout comprising a first indicator representing the power characteristics of a first heating accessory among the at least one heating accessory.

15. The vehicle according to claim 14, wherein the at least one heating accessory is a heated grip.

16. The vehicle according to claim 14, wherein the at least one heating accessory is a heated sheet.

17. The vehicle according to claim 14, wherein the first indicator is a power level indicator.

18. The vehicle according to claim 17, wherein the power level indicator is a graphic indicator.

19. The vehicle according to claim 14, further comprising an input unit configured to control the first heating accessory.

20. The vehicle according to claim 19, wherein the first heating accessory is a heat grip.

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