Saddle-type vehicle

Abstract

To provide a straddle type vehicle that is able to easily photograph a front view from a vehicle body by using a general-purpose photographing device.SOLUTION: In a straddle type vehicle (1, 40, 60) with a leg shield (8, 50, 69) disposed at a position near a front part of a vehicle body and with a fixing device (30) for fixing a photographing device (S), the leg shield (8, 50, 69) is provided with a leg shield opening (7, 57, 75) through which a forward view from the vehicle body can be seen. The leg shield opening (7, 57, 75) is disposed at a position that is closer to either the right or left side with respect to a center in a vehicle width direction and that overlaps a lens (L) of the photographing device (S) fixed to the fixing device (30), in a front view of the vehicle body. The leg shield opening (7, 57, 75) is provided at a position above a front wheel (WF) and below a headlight (5, 44, 82) in the front view of the vehicle body.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 2

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a saddle-type vehicle, and more particularly to a saddle-type vehicle having a photographing device for photographing the front of the vehicle body attached to the front portion of the vehicle body.

Background Art

[0002] Conventionally, a saddle-type vehicle having a photographing device for photographing the front of the vehicle body attached to the front portion of the vehicle body is known.

[0003] Patent Document 1 discloses a configuration in which a drive recorder, which is a dedicated device for photographing the front of a vehicle body, is attached inside a handle cover that covers the front and rear of a steering handle in a motorcycle.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0004]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0005] However, there is a problem that the number of installation steps and costs tend to increase when retrofitting a drive recorder like that of Patent Document 1 to a motorcycle, and a configuration that can easily photograph the front of the vehicle body using a general-purpose photographing device has been desired.

[0006] An object of the present invention is to provide a saddle-type vehicle that solves the above problems of the prior art and can easily photograph the front of the vehicle body using a general-purpose photographing device.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0008] Furthermore, a second characteristic of the leg shield opening (7, 57, 75) is that, when viewed from the front of the vehicle, it is located above the front wheel (WF) and below the headlight (5, 44, 82).

[0009] Furthermore, a front cowl (47, 80) having a front cowl opening (46, 81) is positioned in front of the leg shield (50, 69), and the front cowl opening (46, 81) is positioned to overlap with the leg shield opening (57, 75) when viewed from the front of the vehicle, and a third feature is that the front cowl opening (46, 81) is larger than the leg shield opening (57, 75).

[0010] Furthermore, a fourth feature is that an openable and closable side pocket (70) having a side pocket opening (73) is provided at a position slightly to the left in the vehicle width direction of the leg shield (69), the imaging device (S) is stored inside the side pocket (70), and the side pocket opening (73) is positioned to overlap with the front cowl opening (81) and the leg shield opening (75) when viewed from the front of the vehicle body.

[0011] Furthermore, a fifth feature is that the side pocket opening (73) is provided on the front wall (72) of the side pocket (70).

[0012] Furthermore, a sixth feature is that a transparent cover (7a) is provided in the leg shield opening (7).

[0013] Furthermore, a seventh feature is that transparent covers (46a, 81a) are provided at the front cowl openings (46, 81).

[0014] Furthermore, the eighth feature is that the aforementioned covers (7a, 46a, 81a) are mirror-finished.

[0015] Furthermore, a ninth feature is that it is equipped with a non-contact power supply device (37) capable of supplying power to the imaging device (S). [Effects of the Invention]

[0016] According to the first feature, in a saddle-type vehicle (1, 40, 60) having a leg shield (8, 50, 69) positioned towards the front of the vehicle body and a fixing device (30) for fixing a camera (S), the leg shield (8, 50, 69) is provided with a leg shield opening (7, 57, 75) that allows a view of the front of the vehicle body. The leg shield opening (7, 57, 75) is positioned to the left or right of the center in the width direction of the vehicle body when viewed from the front of the vehicle body, and overlaps with the lens (L) of the camera (S) fixed to the fixing device (30). Therefore, by fixing a general-purpose camera to the fixing device, it is possible to photograph the front of the vehicle, reducing the effort and cost of installing a dedicated drive recorder. Furthermore, if the camera is positioned to the left of the center in the width direction of the vehicle body, it becomes easier to photograph contact with pedestrians and cyclists, and the situation when turning left, under the regulations of left-hand traffic. Furthermore, positioning the camera to the right of the center in the vehicle's width direction makes it easier to photograph adjacent lanes and oncoming lanes. In addition, compared to a configuration where the camera is positioned in the center in the vehicle's width direction, the impact on the camera in the event of a collision with another vehicle can be reduced.

[0017] According to the second feature, the leg shield openings (7, 57, 75) are positioned above the front wheel (WF) and below the headlights (5, 44, 82) when viewed from the front of the vehicle. This allows the leg shield openings to be positioned in a location that is less susceptible to the effects of flying stones and mud, and less susceptible to the effects of headlight light during photography.

[0018] According to the third feature, a front cowl (47, 80) having a front cowl opening (46, 81) is positioned in front of the leg shield (50, 69), and the front cowl opening (46, 81) is positioned to overlap with the leg shield opening (57, 75) when viewed from the front of the vehicle, and since the front cowl opening (46, 81) is larger than the leg shield opening (57, 75), even when the front cowl is positioned in front of the leg shield, the field of view of the camera can be maintained and the front can be photographed in good condition.

[0019] According to the fourth feature, a retractable side pocket (70) with a side pocket opening (73) is provided at a position slightly to the left in the vehicle width direction of the leg shield (69), and the imaging device (S) is stored inside the side pocket (70). The side pocket opening (73) is positioned to overlap with the front cowl opening (81) and the leg shield opening (75) when viewed from the front of the vehicle, so that the front of the vehicle can be photographed by storing the imaging device in the existing small item storage space, the side pocket. This eliminates the need to newly provide a dedicated space for storing the imaging device.

[0020] According to the fifth feature, since the side pocket opening (73) is provided on the front wall (72) of the side pocket (70), the camera is positioned towards the front inside the side pocket, making it easy to photograph the front of the vehicle.

[0021] According to the sixth feature, a permeable cover (7a) is provided in the leg shield opening (7), so that water, dust, and oncoming wind are prevented from entering through the leg shield opening, protecting the imaging device, and enhancing the appearance and anti-theft performance.

[0022] According to the seventh feature, a permeable cover (46a, 81a) is provided in the front cowl opening (46, 81), so that water, dust, and oncoming wind are prevented from entering through the front cowl opening, protecting the imaging device, and enhancing the appearance and anti-theft performance.

[0023] According to the eighth feature, the cover (7a, 46a, 81a) is mirror-finished, so that the interior of the opening is prevented from being visually recognized from the outside, and the appearance and anti-theft performance can be enhanced.

[0024] According to the ninth feature, the imaging device (S) is provided with a non-contact power supply device (37) capable of supplying power, so that the power of the imaging device can be maintained even during long-time recording that consumes power.

Brief Description of the Drawings

[0025] [Figure 1] It is a left side view of a motorcycle according to the first embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] It is a front view of a motorcycle. [Figure 3] It is a partially enlarged perspective view of a motorcycle seen from the rear upper side. [Figure 4] It is a perspective view of a fixing device. <( [Figure 5] It is a cross-sectional view showing a state where a mobile terminal is set on a fixing device fixed to a leg shield. [Figure 6] It is a left side view of a motorcycle according to the second embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 7] It is a front view of a motorcycle. [Figure 8] It is a partially enlarged perspective view of a motorcycle seen from the rear upper side. [Figure 9]This is a cross-sectional view showing a mobile device set in a mounting device fixed to the leg shield. [Figure 10] This is a partially enlarged perspective view of a motorcycle according to the third embodiment of the present invention, viewed from the rear and above. [Figure 11] This is a partially enlarged perspective view showing the side pocket of a motorcycle in an open position. [Figure 12] This is a cross-sectional view showing a mobile device set in a fixing device attached to the front wall of the side pocket. [Figure 13] This is a cross-sectional view showing a mobile device set in a mounting device fixed to the leg shield. [Figure 14] This is a front view of a motorcycle according to a first modified example of the present invention. [Figure 15] This is a front view of a motorcycle according to a second modified example of the present invention. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0026] Preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the drawings. Figure 1 is a left side view of a motorcycle 1 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 is a front view of the motorcycle 1, and Figure 3 is a partially enlarged perspective view of the motorcycle 1 seen from the rear and above.

[0027] The motorcycle 1 is a saddle-type vehicle that runs by transmitting the driving force of the power unit P to the rear wheel WR. The front and rear of the steering handle 2, which steers the front wheel WF, are covered by a handle cover 4. The handle cover 4 supports a meter unit 20, a headlight 5, a pair of front flasher lamps 6, and a pair of rearview mirrors 3. Below the handle cover 4, a leg shield 8 is positioned opposite the rider's legs and extends downward and rearward, covering the front of the power unit P. The leg shield 8 is made of a thin sheet material such as synthetic resin. The lower part of the steering handle 2 is connected to a pair of front forks 10 that pivotally support the front wheel WF. A front fender 9 is attached to the front forks 10, covering the upper part of the front wheel WF.

[0028] A seat 19 for the driver is attached to the upper part of the vehicle frame 18 from which the power unit P is suspended. A swing arm 12 extending to the rear is pivotally supported on a pivot 11 located near the bottom of the vehicle frame 18. The rear of the swing arm 12, which pivotally supports the rear wheel WR, is suspended from the vehicle frame 18 by a rear cushion 15. A chain cover 13 that covers the drive chain that transmits the driving force of the power unit P is attached to the swing arm 12. A rear fender 14 that supports a taillight device 17 and a pair of rear flasher lamps 16 is attached to the rear of the vehicle frame 18.

[0029] The motorcycle 1 according to this embodiment is characterized in that, in order to photograph the front of the vehicle body with a general-purpose camera, such as a smartphone with a camera, a leg shield opening 7 is provided at a position slightly to the left in the vehicle width direction of the leg shield 8, allowing a clear view of the front of the vehicle body, and the camera S is positioned so that the lens L of the camera S is visible forward from this leg shield opening 7. In the following, an example is shown in which a smartphone with a rear camera is used as the camera S, but various camera-equipped portable devices, dedicated cameras, etc. can be used as the camera S.

[0030] The leg shield opening 7 is positioned to the left of the leg shield 8 in the vehicle width direction, specifically to the left of the center line C in the vehicle width direction. This makes it easier to photograph contact with pedestrians and cyclists, as well as the situation when turning left, especially under regulations for left-hand traffic. Furthermore, compared to a configuration where the camera S is positioned in the center in the vehicle width direction, the impact on the camera S in the event of a collision with another vehicle can be reduced.

[0031] Furthermore, the leg shield opening 7 is positioned above the front wheel WF and below the headlight 5. This allows the leg shield opening 7 to be positioned in a location that is less susceptible to the effects of flying stones and mud, and less susceptible to the light from the headlight 5 during shooting. In addition, while smartphone camera lenses are generally located on the upper left of the back of the smartphone, the leg shield opening 7 in this embodiment corresponds to this position and is a rectangle measuring 60 mm vertically and 50 mm horizontally, allowing it to accommodate many models while keeping the opening area small. The shape and size of the leg shield opening 7 can be modified in various ways.

[0032] Figure 4 is a perspective view of the fixing device 30. The fixing device 30 is fixed to the rear side of the leg shield 8, and by setting the imaging device S on this fixing device 30, the imaging device S is positioned in a predetermined location (the fixing device 30 is not shown in Figures 1 to 3 for explanatory purposes). The fixing device 30 has a base portion 31 that is fixed to the leg shield 8 by a pair of left and right stays 33, and a sliding portion 34 that engages with the base portion 31 so as to be vertically slidable. The base portion 31 is provided with an upper claw 32 that holds the upper part of the imaging device S.

[0033] The lower end of the slide portion 34 is provided with a bottom portion 38 that contacts the lower part of the imaging device S, and a lower claw 39 that holds down the lower part of the imaging device S. A cushioning material such as a sponge can be placed on the bottom portion 38. The slide portion 34 is given a biasing force that causes it to slide upward by a biasing member 36. As a result, when the user presses the imaging device S against the bottom portion 38 and pushes the slide portion 34 downward (procedure A), then tilts the imaging device S forward (procedure B), and then releases the force, the slide portion 34 moves upward, completing the setup of the imaging device S.

[0034] The slide section 34 has a window section 35 through which the lens L of the imaging device S can be seen. The slide section 34 is also equipped with a contactless power supply device 37 that can supply power to the imaging device S without using a power supply cable. This allows the power of the imaging device S to be maintained even during long recording sessions that consume a lot of power.

[0035] Figure 5 is a cross-sectional view showing a mobile terminal S set in a fixing device 30 fixed to the leg shield 8. In this embodiment, the window portion 35 of the fixing device 30 and the leg shield opening 7 are the same size. The leg shield opening 7 is positioned so as to overlap with the lens L of the camera S fixed to the fixing device 30 when viewed from the front of the vehicle. This makes it possible to photograph the area in front of the vehicle by fixing a general-purpose camera S to the fixing device 30, thereby reducing the installation time and cost of installing a dedicated drive recorder.

[0036] Furthermore, a transparent cover 7a made of synthetic resin or the like can be provided at the leg shield opening 7. This prevents water, dust, and wind from entering through the leg shield opening 7, thereby protecting the camera S. In addition, making the cover 7a colored and transparent can enhance both appearance and theft resistance.

[0037] Figure 6 is a left side view of a motorcycle 40 according to a second embodiment of the present invention. Figure 7 is a front view of the motorcycle 40, and Figure 8 is a partially enlarged perspective view of the motorcycle 40 seen from the rear and above. The motorcycle 40 is a scooter-type saddle-type vehicle with a front cowl 47 positioned in front of the leg shield 50. The camera device S is fixed to the rear side of the leg shield 50. In Figures 6, 7, and 8, the fixing device 30 is not shown for illustrative purposes.

[0038] Between the steering handle 41 and the seat 52 of the motorcycle 40, there is a low floor 51 on which the rider's feet rest. The front and rear of the steering handle 41, which steers the front wheel WF, are covered by a handle cover 43. The handle cover 43 supports a meter unit 57, a headlight 44, a pair of front flasher lamps 45, and a pair of rearview mirrors 42. Below the handle cover 43, there is a leg shield 50 that is erected opposite the rider's legs, and a front cowl 47 that is connected to the front of the leg shield 50. The lower part of the steering handle 41 is connected to a pair of front forks 49 that pivotally support the front wheel WF. A front fender 48 that covers the top of the front wheel WF is attached to the front forks 49.

[0039] A unit swing type power unit P is positioned behind the low floor 51. The power unit P pivotally supports the rear wheel WR and is suspended from the vehicle frame by a rear cushion 58. A pair of left and right rear cowls 53 are positioned above the rear of the low floor 51, and a seat 52 is positioned on top of them. A taillight device 55, a pair of left and right rear flasher lamps 54, and a rear fender 56 are attached to the rear of the rear cowl 53.

[0040] The motorcycle 40 according to this embodiment is characterized in that, in order to photograph the front of the vehicle body with the camera device S, a front cowl opening 46 is provided at a position slightly to the left in the vehicle width direction of the front cowl 47, allowing a clear view of the front of the vehicle body, and a leg shield opening 57 is provided in the leg shield 50, and the camera device S is positioned so that the lens L of the camera device S is visible forward from the front cowl opening 46 and the leg shield opening 57.

[0041] The front cowl opening 46 is positioned to the left of the leg shield 50 in the vehicle width direction, specifically to the left of the center line C in the vehicle width direction. Furthermore, the front cowl opening 46 is positioned to overlap with the leg shield opening 57 when viewed from the front of the vehicle. This allows for good imaging of the front of the vehicle even in vehicles where the front cowl 47 is positioned in front of the leg shield 50. In this embodiment as well, the front cowl opening 46 and the leg shield opening 57 are positioned above the front wheel WF and below the headlight 44.

[0042] Figure 9 is a cross-sectional view showing a mobile terminal S set in a fixing device 30 fixed to the leg shield 50. In this embodiment as well, the window portion 35 of the fixing device 30 and the leg shield opening 57 are the same size. On the other hand, the front cowl opening 46 is set to be larger than the leg shield opening 57. This allows the field of view of the camera S to be maintained and the area in front to be captured clearly, even when the front cowl 47 is positioned in front of the leg shield 50. The front cowl 47 and the leg shield 50 are each made of thin sheet metal such as synthetic resin.

[0043] Furthermore, a transparent cover 46a made of synthetic resin or the like can be provided at the front cowl opening 46. This prevents water, dust, and wind from entering through the leg shield opening 57, thereby protecting the camera device S. In addition, making the cover 46a colored and transparent can enhance both appearance and theft resistance.

[0044] Figure 10 is a partially enlarged perspective view of a motorcycle 60 according to the third embodiment of the present invention, viewed from the rear and above. Figure 11 is a partially enlarged perspective view showing the side pocket 70 of the motorcycle 60 in an open state, and Figure 12 is a cross-sectional view showing a mobile terminal S set in a fixing device 30 fixed to the front wall 72 of the side pocket 70.

[0045] The motorcycle 60 is a scooter-type saddle-type vehicle with a front cowl 80 positioned in front of the leg shield 69. The basic configuration of the motorcycle 60 is the same as that of the motorcycle 40 described above (Figures 6 and 7). This embodiment is characterized by having an openable and closable side pocket 70 on the left side in the vehicle width direction of the leg shield 69, and having a camera device S positioned inside this side pocket 70.

[0046] The steering wheel cover 61, which covers the steering wheel 65, supports the meter unit 62, the headlight 82, and a pair of front flasher lamps 63. Below the steering wheel cover 61, a leg shield 69 is positioned opposite the driver's legs, and a front cowl 80 is connected to the front of the leg shield 69.

[0047] On the left side of the leg shield 69 in the vehicle width direction, there is a side pocket 70 that opens forward around a pivot axis 76 (see Figure 12) when an operating knob 71 is pulled. The side pocket 70 constitutes a storage space enclosed by a pair of left and right side walls 74, a front wall 72, and a bottom wall. In this embodiment, a side pocket opening 73 is provided in the front wall 72 of the side pocket 70, and the camera S is positioned so that the lens L of the camera S is visible forward from this side pocket opening 73. A leg shield opening 75 is provided in the leg shield 69 in front of the side pocket 70.

[0048] On the right side of the leg shield 69 in the vehicle width direction, there is an operating section 66 for the main switch. Below the operating section 66, there is a storage compartment 67 that is open at the top. The storage compartment 67 is formed by providing a cover 68 on the leg shield 69.

[0049] In this embodiment, a front cowl opening 81 is provided on the left side in the vehicle width direction of the front cowl 80, a leg shield opening 75 is provided on the leg shield 69, and a side pocket opening 73 is provided on the front wall 72 of the side pocket 70. The camera S is positioned so that the lens L of the camera S is visible forward from the front cowl opening 81, the leg shield opening 75, and the side pocket opening 73.

[0050] In this embodiment as well, the window portion 35 of the fixing device 30 and the side pocket opening 73 are the same size. On the other hand, the leg shield opening 75 is set to be larger than the side pocket opening 73, and the front cowl opening 81 is set to be larger than the leg shield opening 75. As a result, even when the imaging device S is placed inside the side pocket 70, the field of view of the imaging device S is maintained and the area in front can be photographed clearly.

[0051] Furthermore, a transparent cover 81a made of synthetic resin or the like can be provided at the front cowl opening 81. This prevents water, dust, and wind from entering through the front cowl opening 81, thereby protecting the camera S. In addition, making the cover 81a colored and transparent can enhance both the appearance and theft resistance.

[0052] Figure 13 is a cross-sectional view showing the state in which the portable terminal S is set in the fixing device 30 fixed to the leg shield 69. The imaging device S can also be stored in a storage compartment 67 with an open top, as shown in Figures 10 and 11. In this case, the portable terminal S is fixed to the rear side of the leg shield 69, and the leg shield 69 is provided with a leg shield opening 69a. The leg shield opening 69a is positioned slightly to the left in the vehicle width direction.

[0053] In this case as well, the window portion 35 of the fixing device 30 and the leg shield opening 69a are the same size. On the other hand, the front cowl opening 81 is set to be larger than the leg shield opening 69a, so that the field of view of the imaging device S can be maintained and the area in front can be photographed well.

[0054] Figure 14 is a front view of a motorcycle 40a according to the first modified example of the present invention. In the above embodiment, the opening through which the lens L of the photographic device S is viewed is positioned to the left in the vehicle width direction of the front cowl, resulting in an asymmetrical appearance when the vehicle is viewed from the front. Therefore, in this modified example, a front cowl opening 46a similar to the left side is provided on the right side in the vehicle width direction of the front cowl 47a, thereby achieving a symmetrical appearance. Alternatively, a cover with a translucent color matching the paint color of the vehicle can be attached to the opening 46a to make the opening 46a itself less conspicuous.

[0055] Figure 15 is a front view of a motorcycle 40b according to a second modification of the present invention. This modification is characterized by the fact that an opening located on the left side in the vehicle width direction of the front cowl 47b is covered with a dark-colored, horizontally elongated cover 46b to achieve a symmetrical appearance. The cover provided on the opening at the front of the vehicle body may be mirrored. This prevents the inside of the opening from being seen from the outside and enhances the appearance and theft resistance.

[0056] As described above, in the saddle-type vehicle according to the present invention, the saddle-type vehicle 1,40,60 has leg shields 8,50,69 positioned towards the front of the vehicle body and a fixing device 30 for fixing a camera S, and the leg shields 8,50,69 are provided with leg shield openings 7,57,75 that allow a view of the front of the vehicle body. The leg shield openings 7,57,75 are positioned to the left of the center in the width direction of the vehicle body when viewed from the front of the vehicle body, and overlap with the lens L of the camera S fixed to the fixing device 30. Therefore, by fixing a general-purpose camera S to the fixing device 30, it is possible to photograph the front of the vehicle, reducing the time and cost of installing a dedicated drive recorder. In addition, by positioning the camera device to the left of the center in the width direction of the vehicle body, it becomes easier to photograph contact with pedestrians and cyclists and the situation when turning left, under the regulations of left-hand traffic.

[0057] It should be noted that the form of the motorcycle, the form of the camera, the position of the camera lens, the shape and structure of the mounting device, the shape and structure of the front cowl and leg shield, the shape and structure of the side pockets, the shape and arrangement of the front cowl opening, leg shield opening, and side pocket opening are not limited to the above embodiment and can be modified in various ways. For example, a fan for cooling the camera may be provided near the mounting device, or the camera may be cooled by the airflow introduced from the front cowl opening or leg shield opening. In the above embodiment, the camera is shown to be positioned on the left side relative to the center in the width direction of the vehicle, but the camera may also be positioned on the right side relative to the center in the width direction of the vehicle, in which case it becomes easier to photograph adjacent lanes and oncoming lanes. The camera installation structure according to the present invention is not limited to motorcycles, but can be applied to various vehicles such as three-wheeled and four-wheeled vehicles. [Explanation of symbols]

[0058] 1, 40, 60…Motorcycle (saddle-type vehicle), 8, 50, 69…Leg shield, 7, 57, 75…Leg shield opening, 7a, 46a, 81a…Cover, 30…Fixing device, 37…Contactless power supply device, 5, 44, 82…Headlight, 46, 81…Front cowl opening, 47, 80…Front cowl, 70…Side pocket, 72…Front wall of side pocket, 73…Side pocket opening, S…Shooting device, L…Lens, WF…Front wheel

Claims

1. In a saddle-type vehicle (1, 40, 60) having a leg shield (8, 50, 69) positioned towards the front of the vehicle body and a fixing device (30) for fixing a camera (S), The aforementioned leg shields (8, 50, 69) are provided with leg shield openings (7, 57, 75) that allow the driver to see the front of the vehicle. The leg shield openings (7, 57, 75) are positioned, in a front view of the vehicle, to one side of the center in the width direction of the vehicle, and overlapping with the lens (L) of the imaging device (S) fixed to the fixing device (30). The fixing device (30) has a base portion (31) that is fixed to the rear side of the leg shield (8, 50, 69) and presses against the upper part of the imaging device (S), and a sliding portion (34) that engages with the base portion (31) so as to be vertically slidable. A saddle-type vehicle characterized in that the lower part of the imaging device (S) abuts against the lower end of the sliding part (34), and the imaging device is set on the base by moving the sliding part (34) upward.

2. The base portion (31) is provided with an upper claw (32) that holds down the upper part of the imaging device (S), The saddle-type vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that the lower end of the sliding portion (34) is provided with a bottom portion (38) that abuts against the lower part of the imaging device (S) and a lower claw (39) that holds down the lower part of the imaging device (S).

3. A biasing member (36) is provided on the slide portion (34), The saddle-type vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that the biasing member (36) provides a biasing force that causes the slide portion (34) to slide upward.

4. The saddle-type vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that the leg shield openings (7, 57, 75) are located above the front wheel (WF) and below the headlights (5, 44, 82) when viewed from the front of the vehicle body.

5. A front cowl (47, 80) having a front cowl opening (46, 81) is provided in front of the leg shield (50, 69). The front cowl openings (46, 81) are positioned to overlap with the leg shield openings (57, 75) when viewed from the front of the vehicle. The saddle-type vehicle according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the front cowl opening (46, 81) is larger than the leg shield opening (57, 75).

6. A side pocket (70) with an opening (73) is provided at a position slightly to the left in the vehicle width direction of the leg shield (69), The imaging device (S) is housed inside the side pocket (70). The saddle-type vehicle according to claim 5, characterized in that the side pocket opening (73) is positioned to overlap with the front cowl opening (81) and the leg shield opening (75) when viewed from the front of the vehicle body.

7. The saddle-type vehicle according to claim 6, characterized in that the side pocket opening (73) is provided on the front wall (72) of the side pocket (70).

8. The saddle-type vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that a transparent cover (7a) is provided in the leg shield opening (7).

9. The saddle-type vehicle according to claim 5, characterized in that transparent covers (46a, 81a) are provided in the front cowl openings (46, 81).

10. The saddle-type vehicle according to claim 8 or 9, characterized in that the cover (7a, 46a, 81a) is mirror-finished.

11. The saddle-type vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that it is equipped with a non-contact power supply device (37) capable of supplying power to the aforementioned imaging device (S).

12. In a saddle-type vehicle (1, 40, 60) having a leg shield (8, 50, 69) positioned towards the front of the vehicle body and a fixing device (30) for fixing a camera (S), The aforementioned leg shields (8, 50, 69) are provided with leg shield openings (7, 57, 75) that allow the driver to see the front of the vehicle. The leg shield openings (7, 57, 75) are positioned, in a front view of the vehicle, to one side of the center in the width direction of the vehicle, and overlapping with the lens (L) of the imaging device (S) fixed to the fixing device (30). A front cowl (47, 80) having a front cowl opening (46, 81) is provided in front of the leg shield (50, 69). The front cowl openings (46, 81) are positioned to overlap with the leg shield openings (57, 75) when viewed from the front of the vehicle. A saddle-type vehicle characterized in that the front cowl opening (46, 81) is larger than the leg shield opening (57, 75).

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