vehicle

Abstract

To provide a vehicle capable of accepting further various operations while suppressing an increase in placement space for switches etc. that receive operations to the functions of the vehicle when the switches etc., are provided at a steering unit of the vehicle.SOLUTION: A vehicle includes: a steering unit for steering the vehicle; and direction keys which are provided at the steering unit and which include a plurality of receiving units that accepts operation by a driver. Each of the plurality of receiving units can be depressed. At least some of the plurality of receiving units are rotatable.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 3

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a vehicle.

Background Art

[0002] In vehicles such as motorcycles and automobiles, switches for receiving operations of various functions of the vehicle may be provided. As an example of the switches, a direction key capable of indicating a predetermined direction can be mentioned (for example, Patent Documents 1 and 2).

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Patent Document 1

Patent Document 2

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] In a vehicle, switches for receiving operations of functions of the vehicle may be provided in a steering part of the vehicle (for example, near a grip of a steering wheel) so as to be easily operable during driving. In such a case, due to layout reasons, it is desirable to be able to receive more types of operations in a smaller space.

[0005] The present invention provides a vehicle that can receive more types of operations while suppressing an increase in the arrangement space of switches when the switches for receiving operations of functions of the vehicle are provided in the steering part of the vehicle.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0006] According to the present invention, a vehicle, Includes a grip for the driver to hold, a steering part for steering the vehicle, and provided in the steering part, The aforementionedIncludes multiple reception desks that receive input from the driver. Independent up, down, left, and right Directional keys and The Enter key located in the center of the aforementioned directional keys, Equipped with, Each of the aforementioned multiple reception units is pressable. Multiple keys made of separate components And, The aforementioned plurality of keys are positioned close to the grip, and only the key closest to the grip among the plurality of keys is rotatable within a predetermined range with its axial direction passing through the center of the Enter key and intersecting the mounting surface of the switch box. The bottom surface of the directional key has a plurality of detectors corresponding to the directional key, At least some of the aforementioned receiving sections are rotatable, A vehicle is provided that is further comprising a pair of detectors corresponding to the clockwise and counterclockwise rotational movements of the plurality of receiving units. [Effects of the Invention]

[0007] According to the present invention, when switches for operating vehicle functions are provided in the steering section of the vehicle, it is possible to provide a vehicle that can accept a wider variety of operations while suppressing an increase in the space required for arranging the switches. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0008] [Figure 1] A right-side view of a vehicle according to one embodiment. [Figure 2] Enlarged view of the area around the steering section. [Figure 3] A diagram illustrating the rotational movement of the directional keys. [Figure 4] A plan view illustrating the internal structure of the directional keys. [Figure 5] (A) and (B) are cross-sectional views of line II in Figure 4. [Figure 6] (A) and (B) are schematic bottom views illustrating the structure of the directional keys. [Figure 7] A plan view illustrating the internal structure of the directional keys. [Figure 8] (A) and (B) are cross-sectional views taken along line II-II in Figure 7. [Figure 9] (A) and (B) are schematic bottom views illustrating the structure of the directional keys. [Figure 10] A schematic diagram showing the configuration of the steering wheel of a four-wheeled vehicle.

Best Mode for Carrying Out the Invention

[0009] Hereinafter, embodiments will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Note that the following embodiments do not limit the invention according to the claims, and not all combinations of the features described in the embodiments are essential for the invention. Two or more of the features described in the embodiments may be arbitrarily combined. Also, the same or similar configurations are denoted by the same reference numerals, and redundant descriptions are omitted.

[0010] [First Embodiment] [Overview of Vehicle 1] FIG. 1 is a right side view of a vehicle 1 according to an embodiment. The vehicle 1 is a touring type motorcycle suitable for long-distance travel. However, the configuration of the present embodiment is applicable to various saddle-riding type vehicles including other types of motorcycles, and is also applicable to electric vehicles having a motor as a drive source in addition to vehicles having an internal combustion engine as a drive source.

[0011] The vehicle 1 includes a power unit 102 between a front wheel FW and a rear wheel RW. In the case of the present embodiment, the power unit 102 includes a horizontally opposed six-cylinder engine 121 and a transmission 122. The driving force of the transmission 122 is transmitted to the rear wheel RW via a drive shaft (not shown), and the rear wheel RW is rotated.

[0012] The power unit 102 is supported by a vehicle body frame 103. The vehicle body frame 103 includes a pair of left and right main frames 131 extending in the X direction. Above the main frame 131, a fuel tank 105 and an air cleaner box (not shown) are arranged. In front of the fuel tank 105, a meter panel MP for displaying various information to the rider is provided.

[0013] The front end of the main frame 131 is provided with a head pipe 132 that rotatably supports a steering shaft (not shown) which is rotated by a handle 81 of the steering unit 8, which will be described later. The rear end of the main frame 131 is provided with a pair of left and right pivot plates 133. The lower ends of the pivot plates 133 and the front end of the main frame 131 are connected by a pair of left and right lower arms (not shown), and the power unit 102 is supported by the main frame 131 and the lower arms. The rear end of the main frame 131 is also provided with a pair of left and right seat rails (not shown) that extend to the rear, and the seat rails (not shown) support the seat 104a on which the rider sits, the seat 104b on which a passenger sits, and the rear trunk 107b, etc.

[0014] The pivot plate 133 supports the front end of a rear swing arm (not shown) that extends in the front-rear direction, allowing it to swing freely. The rear swing arm is capable of swinging in the vertical direction and supports the rear wheel RW at its rear end. An exhaust muffler 106, which silences the exhaust from the engine 121, extends in the X direction from the lower side of the rear wheel RW. Left and right saddlebags 107a are provided on the upper side of the rear wheel RW.

[0015] The front end of the main frame 131 is configured with a front suspension mechanism 109 that supports the front wheel FW. The front suspension mechanism 109 includes a front fork 195, and the front wheel FW is rotatably supported by the front fork 195.

[0016] The front structure of vehicle 1 will now be described. A headlight unit 111 that illuminates the front of vehicle 1 is located at the front of vehicle 1. The front of vehicle 1 is covered by a front cover 112, and the front sides of vehicle 1 are covered by a pair of left and right side covers 114. A screen 113 is located above the front cover 112. The screen 113 is a windbreak that reduces the wind pressure experienced by the rider while riding, and is made of, for example, a transparent resin material. A pair of left and right side mirror units 115 are located on the sides of the front cover 112. The side mirror units 115 support side mirrors (not shown) for the rider to see behind them.

[0017] Figure 2 is an enlarged view of the area around the steering unit 8. The steering unit 8 steers the front wheels FW of the vehicle 1. The steering unit 8 includes a handle 81 and a grip 82.

[0018] The handle 81 is used by the driver to steer the vehicle 1. The handle 81 is a pipe-shaped member made of metal. The handle 81 is supported by a top bridge (not shown). Here, the handle 81 is a separate type handle, but it may also be a bar type handle.

[0019] The grip 82 is provided on the steering wheel 81 and is held by the driver. More specifically, the grip 82 is provided on the outer side of the steering wheel 81 in the vehicle width direction, so as to cover the outer circumference of the steering wheel 81.

[0020] Furthermore, around the steering unit 8, there are a brake lever 84, a brake master cylinder 85, a clutch lever 86, a clutch master cylinder 87, and left and right switch boxes 88.

[0021] The brake lever 84 is for operating the brake on the front wheel FW and is located close to the right grip 82. The brake master cylinder 85 converts the operating force of the brake lever 84 into hydraulic pressure. The clutch lever 86 is for operating the clutch and is located close to the left grip 82. The clutch master cylinder 87 converts the operating force of the clutch lever 86 into hydraulic pressure.

[0022] The left and right switch boxes 88 are equipped with switches for performing various functions of the vehicle 1. The switch boxes 88 are located on the steering wheel 81. More specifically, the switch boxes 88 are located on the steering wheel 81 adjacent to the grip 82 and positioned inward in the vehicle width direction from the grip 82. Therefore, the driver can operate the various keys (buttons) on the switch boxes 88 with their thumb or index finger while holding the grip 82. As shown in Figure 2, the left switch box 88 includes a directional key 20, an enter key 22, and various other buttons 31-34. That is, the directional key 20 is located in the switch box 88, which is positioned close to the grip 82. Note that some buttons have not been assigned reference numerals because they are not very relevant to the features of this embodiment.

[0023] Now, when switches are provided in the steering unit 8, it is desirable, for layout reasons, to be able to accept a wider variety of operations with less space required. Therefore, in this embodiment, the directional keys 20 are both pressable and rotatable, thereby suppressing an increase in the space required for the switches while accepting a wider variety of operations. This will be explained in detail below.

[0024] <Directional Key 20> The configuration of the directional keys 20 will be explained. Figure 3 is a diagram illustrating the rotational movement of the directional keys 20.

[0025] The directional keys 20 accept input corresponding to multiple directions. In this embodiment, the directional keys 20 can accept input corresponding to four directions: up, down, left, and right. However, the directional keys 20 may accept input corresponding to only two directions, up or down, or left or right, or it may accept input corresponding to any other number of directions. The directional keys 20 include a plurality of input receiving units 201 to 204.

[0026] Reception unit 201 accepts input in the upward direction. Reception unit 202 accepts input in the downward direction. Reception unit 203 accepts input in the left direction. Reception unit 204 accepts input in the right direction. Reception units 201 to 204 can be pressed by the driver, and pressing them accepts input corresponding to each direction.

[0027] For example, the directional keys 20 can accept single numerical inputs for things like the speed of the auto cruise or the set temperature of the grip heater via the input units 201 and 202. Additionally, the directional keys 20 can accept inputs for things like song selection and switching music genres during audio playback via the input units 203 and 204.

[0028] In this embodiment, the directional key 20 forms an interface with the driver using a single key (single component). In other words, the portion of the directional key 20 that is exposed from the mounting surface 88a of the switch box 88 is integrally formed. Furthermore, within the directional key 20, which is a single key, multiple receiving sections 201 to 204 are arranged at different positions from each other.

[0029] Furthermore, an Enter key 22 is positioned in the center of the directional keys 20. The Enter key 22 is located in the center and accepts input when pressed. For example, the driver uses the directional keys 20 to adjust settings up or down or select options, and then confirms the settings with the Enter key 22. The Enter key 22 is sometimes called a confirmation button.

[0030] In this embodiment, the directional key 20 receives input from the driver by pressing multiple reception units 201 to 204, as well as by the rotation of the entire directional key 20 (State ST1 → State ST2 in Figure 3). Specifically, the directional key 20, which is composed of a single key, rotates within a predetermined range with the axis of rotation passing through the center of the directional key 20, i.e., the center of the enter key 22, and intersecting the mounting surface 88a of the switch box 88. Because the directional key 20 can also receive driver input by rotation, the types of operations that can be accepted can be increased without having to install new switches or the like. Furthermore, since input by rotation can be received regardless of which of the multiple reception units 201 to 204 is operated, operability can be further improved. For example, the directional key 20 can receive input such as skipping tracks in audio playback by rotating.

[0031] Furthermore, the directional key 20 can also be rotated counterclockwise from state ST1. In other words, the directional key 20 can accept two types of input through clockwise rotation and counterclockwise rotation.

[0032] Furthermore, the directional keys 20 are provided to be rotatable within a predetermined angular range. For example, the directional keys 20 may be configured to be rotatable up to 10 degrees clockwise and counterclockwise from state ST1, and to accept driver input when rotated to 10 degrees. The predetermined angular range can be changed as appropriate and may be set to a range of 5 to 45 degrees, such as 5, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, or 45 degrees. In this way, by configuring the directional keys 20 to be rotatable within a range where the relative positions of the up, down, left, and right keys do not change (for example, within a range where the receiving unit 201 that receives an upward instruction does not face to the right), the number of inputs that the directional keys 20 can accept can be increased in a smaller space.

[0033] Furthermore, the directional keys 20 may be configured to accept continuous input when held in a position that accepts input by rotation (for example, the position of the maximum angle of rotation). For example, if the directional keys 20 accept track skipping in audio playback by rotation, the keys may continue to advance tracks at predetermined time intervals while held in a position that accepts input by rotation. This eliminates the need to repeat input operations multiple times, thereby improving usability.

[0034] For example, the enter key 22 is provided so as to be pressable relative to the switch box 88 and so as to be rotatable within a predetermined range with its center in the axial direction. The directional keys 20 are provided so as to be movable relative to the enter key 22 in the pressing direction, but not in the rotational direction of the enter key 22. In the example in Figure 3, the directional keys 20 are fitted onto the enter key 22. With this configuration, for example, if the driver presses the side of the directional keys 20, the directional keys 20 will rotate together with the enter key 22.

[0035] The structure of the directional key 20 will now be described in more detail. Figure 4 is a plan view illustrating the internal structure of the directional key 20. Figures 5(A) and 5(B) are cross-sectional views taken along line II of Figure 4. Figure 5(A) shows the directional key 20 in the neutral position, and Figure 5(B) shows the directional key 20 with the receiver 201 pressed. Figures 6(A) and 6(B) are schematic bottom views illustrating the structure of the directional key 20. Figure 6(A) shows the directional key 20 in the neutral position, and Figure 6(B) shows the directional key 20 in the rotational position. In each figure, the structure of the directional key 20 within the switch box 88 is primarily shown; therefore, the internal configuration of the switch box 88 is shown with solid lines, and the externally exposed configuration is shown with dashed lines. In addition, in each figure, some elements may be omitted or, for ease of understanding, some elements may be labeled with reference numerals.

[0036] The directional key 20 includes a plurality of reception sections 201 to 204 that are spaced apart from each other. Each of the reception sections 201 to 204 includes a pressing portion 211 that can be pressed by the driver, a side portion 212 that extends in a direction intersecting the pressing portion 211, and a bottom portion 213 that is provided opposite the pressing portion 211. The bottom portion 213 has a groove 213a formed therein that allows the movable contact 242, described later, to move relative to it.

[0037] The receiving sections 201-204 are configured to return to their original state when released from a pressed position, by an elastic member such as a spring (not shown). The directional key 20 is also configured to return to its original state (state ST1) when released from a rotated state (state ST2), by an elastic member such as a spring (not shown). Since known technologies can be used for the elastic members, a detailed explanation is omitted.

[0038] Furthermore, the switch box 88 is provided with multiple detectors 24 corresponding to multiple reception units 201 to 204 for detecting when the driver presses the push-button 211. Each detector 24 includes a fixed contact 241 provided on the circuit board 88b of the switch box 88 and a movable contact 242 provided on top of the fixed contact 241. The detector 24 detects the pressing of the push-button 211 when the movable contact 242 is crushed by the pressing of the push-button 211, thereby connecting circuits (not shown) within the fixed contact 241 and the movable contact 242. Specifically, when the push-button 211 is pressed by the driver, the upper surface of the groove 213a formed on the bottom surface 213 comes into contact with the movable contact 242, causing the movable contact 242 to be crushed (Figure 5(B)).

[0039] The configuration of the detector 24 is illustrative, and known technologies can be used as appropriate. For example, pressure sensors or photosensors can be used. However, by using a contact-type detector 24, the rotation of the directional keys 20 can be detected with a simpler configuration.

[0040] Furthermore, the switch box 88 is equipped with detectors 26 and 27 for detecting when the driver rotates the directional keys 20.

[0041] The detector 26 detects the clockwise rotation of the directional key 20. The detector 26 includes a fixed contact 261 provided on the circuit board 88b of the switch box 88 and a movable contact 262 provided adjacent to the fixed contact 261. The detector 26 detects the rotation of the directional key 20 by crushing the movable contact 262 in response to the displacement of the side portion 212 caused by the rotation of the directional key 20, thereby connecting an unillustrated circuit within the fixed contact 261 and the movable contact 262 (Figure 6(B)). In this embodiment, the groove 213a formed on the bottom portion 213 is formed to be long in the direction of rotation of the directional key 20 (circumferential direction with respect to the rotation axis). As a result, when the directional key 20 rotates, the movable contact 242 of the detector 24 moves relatively along the groove 213a, thereby preventing contact between the wall portion of the groove 213a and the movable contact 242 of the detector 24. In this embodiment, the groove 213a is formed in a cross shape. In other words, since the groove 213a is also formed to be long in the radial direction with respect to the pivot axis of the directional key 20, contact between the groove 213a and the movable contact 242 is suppressed in both cases, when the directional key 20 is pressed and when it is rotated.

[0042] Furthermore, the detector 27 detects the counterclockwise rotation of the directional key 20. The detector 27 includes a fixed contact 271 and a movable contact 272, which may have the same configuration as the fixed contact 261 and movable contact 262 of the detector 26. Note that the configurations of detectors 26 and 27 are illustrative, and known technologies can be used as appropriate. For example, pressure sensors or photosensors can be used. Here, it is also possible to use an encoder or the like to detect the rotation angle (phase) of the directional key 20 to detect the rotation of the directional key 20. However, in this embodiment, since the displacement of the side portion 212 of the receiving portion 201 is detected by the contact-type detector 27, there is no need to use a detector on the rotation axis of the directional key 20, and layout efficiency can be improved.

[0043] As described above, according to this embodiment, the directional keys 20 that accept operation by pressing are configured to be rotatable, thereby increasing the number of inputs that can be accepted without adding switches or the like. Therefore, it is possible to accept a wider variety of operations while suppressing an increase in the space required for arranging switches and the like in the steering unit 8.

[0044] [Second Embodiment] Figure 7 is a plan view illustrating the internal structure of a directional key 50 according to one embodiment. Figures 8(A) and 8(B) are cross-sectional views taken along line II-II of Figure 7. Figure 8(A) shows the directional key 50 in a neutral position, and Figure 8(B) shows the receiving portion 503 of the directional key 50 in a rotated position. Figures 9(A) and 9(B) are schematic bottom views illustrating the structure of the directional key 50. Figure 9(A) shows the directional key 50 in a neutral position, and Figure 9(B) shows the receiving portion 503 of the directional key 50 in a rotated position. The second embodiment differs from the first embodiment in that the directional key 50 is mainly composed of multiple keys made of separate components, and only one of the multiple keys (receiving portion 503) is rotatable. Hereinafter, components similar to those in the first embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals and their description is omitted.

[0045] The directional keys 50 include multiple input buttons 501 to 504. Each of the input buttons 501 to 504 is composed of a separate key component. Input button 501 receives input in the upward direction. Input button 502 receives input in the downward direction. Input button 503 receives input in the left direction. Input button 504 receives input in the right direction. Input buttons 501 to 504 can be pressed by the driver, and pressing them receives input corresponding to each direction.

[0046] Each of the receiving sections 501 to 504 includes a pressing portion 511 that can be pressed by the driver, a side portion 512 extending in a direction intersecting the pressing portion 511, and a bottom portion 513 provided opposite the pressing portion 511. A groove 513a is formed in the bottom portion 513, allowing the movable contact 242 to move relative to it. In this embodiment, only the groove 513a formed on the bottom surface 513 of the receiving section 503 is longer in the rotational direction of the receiving section 503 (circumferential direction with respect to the rotation axis) than the grooves 513a formed on the bottom surfaces 513 of the other receiving sections.

[0047] Furthermore, the switch box 88 is equipped with detectors 56 and 57 for detecting when the driver turns the directional keys 50.

[0048] The detector 56 detects the clockwise rotation of the directional key 50. The detector 56 includes a fixed contact 561 provided on the circuit board 88b of the switch box 88 and a movable contact 562 provided adjacent to the fixed contact 561. The detector 56 detects the rotation of the receiving section 503 by crushing the movable contact 562 in response to the displacement of the side surface 212 of the receiving section 503 caused by the rotational movement of the receiving section 503, thereby connecting a circuit (not shown) within the fixed contact 561 and the movable contact 562. In this embodiment, the groove 513a formed on the bottom surface 513 of the receiving section 503 is formed to be long in the rotational direction (circumferential direction with respect to the rotation axis). Therefore, when the directional key 50 rotates, the movable contact 562 of the detector 56 moves relatively along the groove 513a, so that contact between the wall of the groove 513a and the movable contact 562 can be suppressed.

[0049] Furthermore, the detector 57 detects the counterclockwise rotation of the directional key 50. The detector 57 includes a fixed contact 571 on the circuit board 88b side of the switch box 88 and a movable contact 572 provided adjacent to the fixed contact 571, which may have the same configuration as the fixed contact 561 and movable contact 562 of the detector 56. Note that the configurations of detectors 56 and 57 are illustrative and known technologies can be used as appropriate. For example, pressure sensors and photosensors may be used.

[0050] According to this embodiment, in a directional key 50 composed of multiple keys, only one key (one receiver 503) is rotatable, so the space required for the directional key 50 can be reduced compared to the case where the entire directional key rotates.

[0051] Furthermore, according to this embodiment, among the multiple keys, the key closest to the grip 82 (the key constituting the receiving unit 503) rotates. Therefore, the key that is easily reachable by the driver's fingers rotates, improving operability. In addition, according to this embodiment, the direction of movement of the receiving unit 503 when it starts to rotate from the neutral position intersects with the axial direction of the handle 81, making it easier for the driver to rotate it with their thumb, improving operability.

[0052] In this configuration, only one key constituting the receiver 503 of the directional keys 50 is rotatable, but two or more keys among the multiple keys may be rotatable. Even in this configuration, the placement space for each key can be reduced compared to the case where multiple receivers are formed by a single key and that single key is rotatable. Furthermore, by making some of the multiple receivers independently rotatable, the number of inputs that the directional keys 50 can accept can be increased. In addition, by including the key closest to the grip 82 (the key constituting the receiver 503) among the multiple rotatable keys, it is possible to achieve both key operability and a reduction in placement space.

[0053] [Differentiation] The features of the above embodiment are also applicable to four-wheeled vehicles. Figure 10 is a schematic diagram showing the configuration of the steering wheel of a four-wheeled vehicle. Directional keys 70 and an enter key 72 are provided on the spokes of the steering wheel 7. The directional keys 70 include a receiving section 701 that receives upward input, a receiving section 702 that receives downward input, a receiving section 703 that receives leftward input, and a receiving section 704 that receives rightward input. Receiving sections 701 to 704 can be pressed by the driver, and pressing them receives input corresponding to each direction. In addition, the receiving section 704 closest to the rim, which is the grip portion of the steering wheel, is configured to be rotatable. According to this embodiment, even in a four-wheeled vehicle, when switches are provided on the steering section (steering wheel) of the vehicle, it is possible to accept a wider variety of operations while suppressing an increase in the space required for arranging the switches.

[0054] [Summary of Embodiments] According to the above embodiment, at least the following vehicles are provided.

[0055] 1. According to the above embodiment, Vehicle (1), A steering unit (8) for steering the aforementioned vehicle, The steering unit is provided with a directional key (20) which includes a plurality of receiving units (201-204) that receive input from the driver, Each of the aforementioned multiple reception units is pressable, At least some of the aforementioned receiving sections are rotatable. A vehicle will be provided.

[0056] According to this embodiment, input is possible not only by pressing but also by rotation. Therefore, when switches that accept the operation of vehicle functions are installed in the steering section of the vehicle, it is possible to provide a vehicle that can accept a wider variety of operations while suppressing an increase in the space required for the switches.

[0057] 2. According to the above embodiment, It is a vehicle, Each of the aforementioned multiple receiving sections is a separate component consisting of multiple keys (50, 501-504), At least one of the aforementioned multiple keys (503) is rotatable. A vehicle will be provided.

[0058] According to this embodiment, the space required for directional keys can be reduced compared to the case where the entire directional key, composed of a single key, rotates.

[0059] 3. According to the above embodiment, It is a vehicle, The steering unit includes a grip (82) for the driver to hold, The key (503) closest to the grip among the plurality of keys is rotatable. A vehicle will be provided.

[0060] According to this embodiment, among multiple keys, the key closest to the grip and most easily accessible to the driver's fingers rotates, thereby improving the operability of the keys.

[0061] 4. According to the above embodiment, It is a vehicle, The aforementioned directional key is a single key (20), The multiple receiving units are arranged at different positions on the single key, spaced apart from each other. The aforementioned key is rotatable, A vehicle will be provided.

[0062] According to this embodiment, input can be made by rotation regardless of which of the multiple reception units is operated on, thus improving operability.

[0063] 5. According to the above embodiment, It is a vehicle, The system further includes detectors (26, 27) that detect the rotational movement of at least some of the plurality of receiving units, The aforementioned directional key includes a pressable portion (211) and a side portion (212) extending in a direction intersecting the pressable portion. The detector detects the rotational movement based on the displacement of the side portion. A vehicle will be provided.

[0064] According to this embodiment, since the displacement of the side surface of the reception section is detected by the detector, there is no need to use a detector on the rotation axis of the directional key, and layout efficiency can be improved.

[0065] 6. According to the above embodiment, It is a vehicle, The detector detects the rotational movement when the displacement of the side portion causes contacts (262, 272) on the side portion side and contacts (261, 271) on the side where the directional keys are located to come into contact. A vehicle will be provided.

[0066] According to this embodiment, since the displacement of the side surface of the receiving section is detected by a contact-type detector, the rotation of the directional keys can be detected with a simpler configuration.

[0067] 7. According to the above embodiment, It is a vehicle, The aforementioned vehicle is a saddle-type vehicle. A vehicle will be provided.

[0068] According to this embodiment, in a saddle-type vehicle, it is possible to configure it to accept a wider variety of operations while suppressing an increase in the space required for arranging switches and other components.

[0069] 8. According to the above embodiment, It is a vehicle, The aforementioned vehicle is a saddle-type vehicle, The steering unit includes a grip (82) for the driver to hold, The aforementioned directional keys are provided in a switch box (88) located in close proximity to the grip. A vehicle will be provided.

[0070] According to this embodiment, in a saddle-type vehicle, the directional keys located on a switch box positioned near the grip are rotatable, thereby increasing the number of inputs that can be accepted in an easily operable area close to the driver's fingers.

[0071] 9. According to the above embodiment, It is a vehicle, At least some of the aforementioned multiple receiving sections are rotatable within a predetermined angular range. A vehicle will be provided.

[0072] According to this embodiment, the number of inputs that the directional keys can accept can be increased in a smaller space compared to when there is no restriction on the range of rotation.

[0073] The invention is not limited to the embodiments described above, and various modifications and changes are possible within the scope of the gist of the invention. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0074] 1: Vehicle, 8: Steering, 20: Directional keys, 201-204: Reception area

Claims

1. It is a vehicle, A steering section for steering the vehicle, including a grip for the driver to hold, The steering unit is provided with a plurality of independent up, down, left, and right directional keys, each including a number of receiving units for receiving the driver's input, and an enter key located in the center of the directional keys. Each of the aforementioned plurality of receiving sections is a plurality of keys of a separate member that can be pressed, and the plurality of keys are arranged in close proximity to the grip, and only the key closest to the grip among the plurality of keys is rotatable within a predetermined range with its axial direction passing through the center of the enter key and intersecting the mounting surface of the switch box. The bottom surface of the directional key has a plurality of detectors corresponding to the directional key, At least some of the aforementioned receiving sections are rotatable, A vehicle characterized by comprising a further pair of detectors corresponding to the clockwise and counterclockwise rotational movements of the plurality of receiving sections.

2. A vehicle according to claim 1, The aforementioned directional key is a single key, The vehicle is characterized in that the plurality of receiving sections have exposed portions that are integrally formed and are arranged at different positions and spaced apart from one another.

3. A vehicle according to claim 1, At least one of the aforementioned multiple keys is rotatable, A vehicle characterized in that the pair of detectors are provided in correspondence with the rotatable key.

4. A vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 3, The pair of detectors detect the rotational movement of at least some of the plurality of receiving parts, The directional key includes a pressable portion and a side portion extending in a direction intersecting the pressable portion. The pair of detectors detect the rotational movement based on the displacement of the side portion. A vehicle characterized by the following features.

5. The vehicle according to claim 4, The pair of detectors detect the rotational movement when the contact on the side of the side comes into contact with the contact on the side where the directional key is located due to the displacement of the side portion. A vehicle characterized by the following features.

6. A vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 5, The aforementioned vehicle is a saddle-type vehicle. A vehicle characterized by the following features.

7. A vehicle according to claim 1, The aforementioned vehicle is a saddle-type vehicle, The aforementioned directional keys are provided in a switch box located in close proximity to the grip. A vehicle characterized by the following features.

8. A vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 7, At least some of the aforementioned multiple receiving sections are rotatable within a predetermined angular range. A vehicle characterized by the following features.

9. A vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 8, Each of the aforementioned multiple reception units has a pressable button, Includes a bottom portion provided opposite to the pressing portion. The vehicle is characterized in that the bottom surface is provided with a groove that is elongated in the circumferential direction with respect to the pivot axis.

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