Electric vehicles with footrests on either side.

Abstract

The invention relates to an electric vehicle of the type with feet placed on both sides (1) consisting of a vehicle frame (11), seat (21), footrest (22), storage box (31), electric motor (41) and battery (51). At least part of the footrest (22) is positioned further forward than and lower than the seat (21). The storage box (31) is supported by the vehicle frame (11) and is positioned under the seat (21). The electric motor (41) is positioned under the storage box (31) and rests on the storage box (31) in the overhead view of the vehicle. The battery (51) supplies power to the electric motor (41). The battery (51) consists of a first part (52) and a second part (53). The first part (52) is positioned under the footrest (22). The second part (53) extends upwards from the first part (52) and is positioned below the saddle (21) and in front of the electric motor (41). The second part (53) has its upper end (53t) positioned higher than the lower end (31b) of the storage box (31).

Description

Saddle-type electric vehicle

[0001] The present invention relates to a straddle-type electric vehicle.

[0002] Patent Document 1 discloses a saddle-ride type electric vehicle. Saddle-ride type electric vehicles are classified as scooter-type vehicles. The saddle-ride type electric vehicle includes a seat, a footboard, and a storage box. The footboard is positioned forward and below the seat. The storage box is positioned below the seat. The storage box can store a helmet.

[0003] A straddle-type electric vehicle includes an electric motor, a battery, and a battery storage. The electric motor propels the straddle-type electric vehicle. The battery supplies power to the electric motor. The battery storage is located below the seat. The battery storage is located in front of the storage box. The battery storage is, for example, molded integrally with the storage box. The battery storage stores the battery. As a result, the battery in the battery storage is installed below the seat. The battery in the battery storage is located in front of the storage box.

[0004] Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2022-180187

[0005] In Patent Document 1, the battery storage section is disposed below the seat and in front of the storage box. Therefore, the size of the battery storage section is relatively small. Therefore, the size of the battery inside the battery storage section is relatively small. Therefore, the capacity of the battery inside the battery storage section is relatively small. In Patent Document 1, it is difficult to install a battery with a large capacity in a saddle-type electric vehicle.

[0006] The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, and has an object to provide a straddle-type electric vehicle equipped with a battery having a large capacity.

[0007] First, consideration was given to installing the battery below the footboard. However, the space below the footboard is not large enough. Therefore, it is difficult to install a battery with a sufficiently large size below the footboard. Therefore, it is difficult to install a battery with a sufficiently large capacity below the footboard.

[0008] Therefore, further studies were conducted. The above-mentioned object is achieved by a saddle-riding type electric vehicle as set forth in claim 1. The present invention is based on these studies. The present invention has the following configuration. Specifically, the present invention is a saddle-riding type electric vehicle comprising: a body frame; a seat; a footboard at least a portion of which is located forward and below the seat; a storage box supported by the body frame and installed below the seat; an electric motor located below the storage box and overlapping with the storage box in a plan view of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle; and a battery that supplies power to the electric motor, wherein the battery comprises: a first portion located below the footboard; and a second portion extending upward from the first portion and located below the seat and in front of the electric motor, the second portion having an upper end located above a lower end of the storage box.

[0009] The saddle-ride type electric vehicle includes a body frame, a seat, a footboard, a storage box, an electric motor, and a battery. At least a portion of the footboard is disposed forward and below the seat. The storage box is supported by the body frame. The storage box is disposed below the seat. The electric motor is disposed below the storage box. The electric motor overlaps with the storage box in a plan view of the saddle-ride type electric vehicle. The battery supplies power to the electric motor.

[0010] The battery has a first portion and a second portion. The first portion is disposed below the footboard. The second portion extends upward from the first portion. The second portion is disposed below the seat. The second portion is disposed in front of the electric motor. Therefore, the first portion and the second portion together have a large size. Therefore, the battery has a large size. Therefore, the battery has a large capacity.

[0011] Furthermore, the storage box has a lower end. The second portion has an upper end. The upper end of the second portion is positioned higher than the lower end of the storage box. Therefore, the size of the second portion is larger. Therefore, the size of the battery is larger. Therefore, the capacity of the battery is larger.

[0012] In summary, the present straddle-type electric vehicle is equipped with a battery having a large capacity.

[0013] In the above-described straddle-type electric vehicle, it is preferable that the second portion overlaps with the storage box in a front view of the straddle-type electric vehicle. Therefore, the size of the second portion is larger, and therefore the size of the battery is larger. Therefore, the capacity of the battery is larger.

[0014] In the above-described saddle-type electric vehicle, it is preferable that the battery includes a plurality of first cells installed in the first portion and a plurality of second cells installed in the second portion, and the second cells include a portion disposed above the lower end of the storage box. The first cells are installed in the first portion. The second cells are installed in the second portion. The capacity of the battery is the sum of the capacity of the first cells and the capacity of the second cells. Therefore, the capacity of the battery is large. Furthermore, the second cells include a portion disposed above the lower end of the storage box. Therefore, the size of the second cells is even larger. Therefore, the capacity of the second cells is even larger. Therefore, the capacity of the battery is even larger.

[0015] In the above-described saddle-type electric vehicle, it is preferable that the upper end of the second portion is disposed higher than at least a part, preferably the entirety, of the electric motor. Therefore, the size of the second portion is larger. Therefore, the size of the battery is larger. Therefore, the capacity of the battery is larger.

[0016] In the above-described straddle-type electric vehicle, it is preferable that the upper end of the second portion is disposed higher than at least a part, preferably the entirety, of the footboard. Therefore, the size of the second portion is larger. Therefore, the size of the battery is larger. Therefore, the capacity of the battery is larger.

[0017] In the above-described saddle-riding type electric vehicle, it is preferable that the first portion has an upper end and a lower end, and the length of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle in the vertical direction between the upper end of the second portion and the upper end of the first portion is greater than the length of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle in the vertical direction between the upper end of the first portion and the lower end of the first portion. Therefore, it is easy to position the upper end of the second portion above the lower end of the storage box.

[0018] In the above-described saddle-riding type electric vehicle, it is preferable that the first portion is longer in the front-rear direction of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle than in the up-down direction when viewed from the side of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle, and the second portion is longer in the up-down direction of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle than in the up-down direction when viewed from the side of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle. The first portion is longer in the front-rear direction of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle when viewed from the side of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle. This makes it easy to arrange the first portion below the footboard. The second portion is longer in the up-down direction of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle when viewed from the side of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle. This makes it easy to arrange the upper end of the second portion above the lower end of the storage box.

[0019] In the above-described straddle-type electric vehicle, it is preferable that the second portion is joined to a rear portion of the first portion, which makes it easy to arrange the first portion below a footboard and the second portion below a seat and in front of an electric motor.

[0020] In the above-described straddle-type electric vehicle, it is preferable that the battery has a generally L-shape in a side view of the straddle-type electric vehicle. This makes it easy to arrange the first portion below the footboard, and the second portion below the seat and in front of the electric motor.

[0021] In the above-described straddle-type electric vehicle, it is preferable that the battery has a center of gravity located below the lower end of the storage box. This makes it easy to lower the center of gravity of the straddle-type electric vehicle, and therefore makes it easy to improve the maneuverability of the straddle-type electric vehicle.

[0022] In the above-described straddle-type electric vehicle, it is preferable that the electric motor has a motor shaft, and the center of gravity of the battery is located below the motor shaft. This makes it easier to lower the center of gravity of the straddle-type electric vehicle, and therefore makes it easier to improve the maneuverability of the straddle-type electric vehicle.

[0023] In the above-described straddle-type electric vehicle, it is preferable that the footboard has an upper edge in a side view of the straddle-type electric vehicle, and the center of gravity of the battery is located below at least a part, preferably the entire upper edge of the footboard. This makes it easier to lower the center of gravity of the straddle-type electric vehicle, and therefore makes it easier to improve the maneuverability of the straddle-type electric vehicle.

[0024] In the above-described saddle riding type electric vehicle, it is preferable that the footboard is flat in the width direction of the saddle riding type electric vehicle. Therefore, the space below the footboard is not sufficiently large. However, the battery has a second portion in addition to a first portion. Therefore, even if the footboard is flat in the width direction of the saddle riding type electric vehicle, the battery size is large. Therefore, even if the footboard is flat in the width direction of the saddle riding type electric vehicle, the battery capacity is large. Therefore, even if the footboard is flat in the width direction of the saddle riding type electric vehicle, this saddle riding type electric vehicle is equipped with a battery with a large capacity. In fact, when the footboard is flat in the width direction of the saddle riding type electric vehicle, this saddle riding type electric vehicle exhibits remarkable usefulness.

[0025] In the above-described straddle-type electric vehicle, it is preferable that the storage box extends from a position rearward of the second portion to a position above the second portion, and therefore the storage box has a relatively large size.

[0026] In the above-described saddle-type electric vehicle, it is preferable that the storage box comprises: a rear portion disposed rearward of the second portion; and a front portion disposed forward of the rear portion and above the second portion, wherein at least a portion of the rear portion is disposed below the upper end of the second portion, and the entirety of the front portion is disposed above the upper end of the second portion. The storage box comprises a rear portion and a front portion. The rear portion is disposed rearward of the second portion. The front portion is disposed forward of the rear portion. The front portion is disposed above the second portion. At least a portion of the rear portion is disposed below the upper end of the second portion. Therefore, the rear portion has a relatively large size. The entirety of the front portion is disposed above the upper end of the second portion. Therefore, the front portion does not interfere with the second portion. Therefore, it is easy to extend the storage box from a position rearward of the second portion to a position above the second portion.

[0027] In the above-described saddle riding type electric vehicle, it is preferable that the footboard has a right portion, a left portion located to the left of the right portion, and a central portion located to the left of the right portion and to the right of the left portion, the right portion having an upper edge in a side view of the saddle riding type electric vehicle, the left portion having an upper edge in a side view of the saddle riding type electric vehicle, the first portion being located below the upper edge of the right portion in a side view of the saddle riding type electric vehicle, and the first portion being located below the upper edge of the left portion in a side view of the saddle riding type electric vehicle. Therefore, it is easy to locate the first portion below the footboard.

[0028] In the above-described saddle-riding type electric vehicle, it is preferable that the seat has a front end, and at least a portion of the first portion is disposed forward of the front end of the seat, and at least a portion of the second portion is disposed rearward of the front end of the seat. At least a portion of the first portion is disposed forward of the front end of the seat. As described above, the first portion is disposed below the footboard. Here, the battery is a relatively heavy component. Therefore, the first portion is relatively heavy, and at least a portion of the first portion is disposed forward of the front end of the seat and below the footboard. Therefore, it is easy to improve the ride comfort of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle. For example, it is easy to improve the stability of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle. At least a portion of the second portion is disposed rearward of the front end of the seat. As described above, the second portion extends upward from the first portion. Therefore, at least a portion of the second portion is disposed in a position close to the body of the driver of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle. Here, the battery is a relatively heavy component. Therefore, the second portion is relatively heavy, and at least a portion of the second portion is located rearward of the front end of the seat and extends upward from the first portion. In other words, the second portion is relatively heavy, and at least a portion of the second portion is located close to the driver. Therefore, it is easy to improve the ride comfort of the saddle-type electric vehicle. For example, it is easy to improve the drivability of the saddle-type electric vehicle.

[0029] In the above-described saddle-riding type electric vehicle, it is preferable that at least a portion of the first portion overlaps with the footboard in a plan view of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle, and at least a portion of the second portion overlaps with the seat in a plan view of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle. At least a portion of the first portion overlaps with the footboard in a plan view of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle. Therefore, it is easy to arrange the first portion below the footboard. At least a portion of the second portion overlaps with the seat in a plan view of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle. Therefore, it is easy to arrange the second portion below the seat.

[0030] A straddle-type electric vehicle is equipped with a battery having a large capacity.

[0031] In order to explain the invention, several forms that are currently considered to be preferred are illustrated, but it should be understood that the invention is not limited to the exact configurations and solutions illustrated. Fig. 1 is a left side view of a saddle-riding type electric vehicle according to an embodiment. Fig. 2 is a left side view of a portion of a saddle-riding type electric vehicle. Fig. 3 is a plan view of a portion of a saddle-riding type electric vehicle. Fig. 4 is a cross-sectional view taken along line IV-IV in Fig. 3. Fig. 5 is a cross-sectional view of a storage box. Fig. 6 is a left side view of a battery. Fig. 7 is a perspective view of a battery. Fig. 8 is a front view of a storage box and a battery. Fig. 9 is a rear view of an electric motor and a battery. Fig. 10 is a perspective view of a battery according to a modified embodiment.

[0032] A saddle-type electric vehicle 1 according to the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.

[0033] 1. Schematic configuration of saddle riding type electric vehicle 1 Fig. 1 is a left side view of a saddle riding type electric vehicle 1 according to an embodiment. The schematic configuration of the saddle riding type electric vehicle 1 will be described. The saddle riding type electric vehicle 1 is classified as a scooter type vehicle.

[0034] 1 shows the front-rear direction X, width direction Y, and up-down direction Z of a saddle riding type electric vehicle 1. The front-rear direction X, width direction Y, and up-down direction Z are defined relative to a driver (also called a rider) riding on the saddle riding type electric vehicle 1. The front-rear direction X, width direction Y, and up-down direction Z are perpendicular to one another. The front-rear direction X and width direction Y are horizontal. The up-down direction Z is vertical.

[0035] The terms "front," "rear," "up," "down," "right," and "left" refer to the directions of a driver riding on the saddle-riding type electric vehicle 1, respectively. Unless otherwise specified, "front" and "rear" in this specification include not only directions parallel to the front-rear direction X but also directions close to the front-rear direction X. A direction close to the front-rear direction X is, for example, a direction that forms an angle of 45 degrees or less with the front-rear direction X. Similarly, unless otherwise specified, "right" and "left" include not only directions parallel to the width direction Y but also directions close to the width direction Y. Unless otherwise specified, "up" and "down" include not only directions parallel to the up-down direction Z but also directions close to the up-down direction Z. In each drawing, FRONT, REAR, UP, DOWN, RIGHT, and LEFT are appropriately indicated for reference.

[0036] In this specification, "in a side view of the saddle riding type electric vehicle 1" will be referred to as "in a side view of the vehicle" as appropriate. "In a plan view of the saddle riding type electric vehicle 1" will be referred to as "in a plan view of the vehicle" as appropriate. "In a front view of the saddle riding type electric vehicle 1" will be referred to as "in a front view of the vehicle" as appropriate. "In a rear view of the saddle riding type electric vehicle 1" will be referred to as "in a rear view of the vehicle" as appropriate.

[0037] The saddle-type electric vehicle 1 includes a handlebar 3, a front fork 4, and a front wheel 5. The front fork 4 is connected to the handlebar 3. The front fork 4 extends downward and forward from the handlebar 3. The front wheel 5 is supported by a lower portion of the front fork 4. The rider grips the handlebar 3 with their hands.

[0038] The saddle-type electric vehicle 1 includes a seat 21. The seat 21 is disposed rearward of the handlebars 3. The entire seat 21 is disposed rearward of the handlebars 3. A driver sits on the seat 21.

[0039] The saddle-type electric vehicle 1 includes a footboard 22. The footboard 22 is disposed rearward of the handlebars 3. The footboard 22 is disposed lower than the handlebars 3. The footboard 22 is disposed forward of the seat 21. The footboard 22 is disposed lower than the seat 21. The driver places his or her feet on the footboard 22.

[0040] The saddle-riding type electric vehicle 1 forms a recessed space 26. The recessed space 26 is an unoccupied space. The saddle-riding type electric vehicle 1 does not have any part that exists in the recessed space 26. The recessed space 26 is located behind the handlebars 3. The recessed space 26 is located in front of the seat 21. The recessed space 26 is located above the footboard 22. The recessed space 26 is open upward. The recessed space 26 extends downward. The recessed space 26 is recessed downward. The recessed space 26 extends to the same height as the footboard 22. The recessed space 26 is in contact with the footboard 22. The recessed space 26 allows the driver to easily get on and off the saddle-riding type electric vehicle 1. For example, the driver can easily get on and off the saddle-riding type electric vehicle 1 by passing their legs through the recessed space 26.

[0041] The saddle-type electric vehicle 1 includes a swing arm 27, a rear axle 28, and a rear wheel 29. The swing arm 27 is disposed below the seat 21. The swing arm 27 extends rearward. The rear axle 28 is supported at a rear portion of the swing arm 27. The rear axle 28 extends in the width direction Y. The rear wheel 29 is supported by the rear axle 28. The rear wheel 29 rotates around the rear axle 28.

[0042] 2 is a left side view of a portion of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle 1. The saddle-riding type electric vehicle 1 includes a body frame 11 and a storage box 31. The storage box 31 is supported by the body frame 11. The storage box 31 is disposed below the seat 21.

[0043] The saddle-riding type electric vehicle 1 includes an electric motor 41. The electric motor 41 is disposed below the storage box 31. The electric motor 41 propels the saddle-riding type electric vehicle 1. The electric motor 41 converts electrical energy into mechanical energy for propelling the saddle-riding type electric vehicle 1. The electric motor 41 generates power for rotating the rear wheel 29.

[0044] The saddle-type electric vehicle 1 includes a battery 51. The battery 51 stores electric energy. The battery 51 is, for example, a rechargeable secondary battery. The battery 51 is, for example, a lithium-ion battery. The battery 51 supplies electric energy to the electric motor 41. The battery 51 supplies power to the electric motor 41.

[0045] The battery 51 is mounted on the saddle-type electric vehicle 1 .

[0046] The battery 51 is a relatively heavy component.

[0047] Although not shown in the drawings, the battery 51 is disposed rearward of the handle 3. At least a portion of the battery 51 is disposed rearward of the entire handle 3. The battery 51 is disposed below the handle 3. For example, the entire battery 51 is disposed below the entire handle 3.

[0048] The battery 51 has a first portion 52. The first portion 52 is disposed below the footboard 22. The first portion 52 is disposed in front of the electric motor 41.

[0049] At least a part of the first portion 52 is disposed below the footboard 22. For example, the entire first portion 52 is disposed below the footboard 22.

[0050] At least a part of the first portion 52 is disposed below the footboard 22. For example, the entire first portion 52 is disposed below the footboard 22.

[0051] The battery 51 has a second portion 53. The second portion 53 extends upward from the first portion 52. The second portion 53 is disposed below the seat 21. The second portion 53 is disposed in front of the electric motor 41.

[0052] At least a part of the second portion 53 is disposed below the seat 21. For example, the entire second portion 53 is disposed below the seat 21.

[0053] At least a part of the second portion 53 is disposed below the seat 21. For example, the entire second portion 53 is disposed below the seat 21.

[0054] The storage box 31 has a lower end 31b. The second portion 53 has an upper end 53t. The upper end 53t is positioned higher than the lower end 31b.

[0055] 2. Body Frame 11 Please refer to Figures 2 and 3. Figure 3 is a plan view of a portion of the saddle-ride type electric vehicle 1. In Figure 3, the seat 21 and the storage box 31 are indicated by two-dot chain lines.

[0056] The vehicle body frame 11 includes a down frame 13, a right lower frame 14R, and a left lower frame 14L. The down frame 13 extends in the up-down direction Z. The right lower frame 14R and the left lower frame 14L are connected to the down frame 13. The right lower frame 14R and the left lower frame 14L extend rearward from the down frame 13. The left lower frame 14L is disposed to the left of the right lower frame 14R. The left lower frame 14L overlaps with the right lower frame 14R in a side view of the vehicle.

[0057] The vehicle body frame 11 includes a right seat frame 15R and a left seat frame 15L. The right seat frame 15R is connected to the right lower frame 14R. The right seat frame 15R extends rearward and upward from the right lower frame 14R. The left seat frame 15L is connected to the left lower frame 14L. The left seat frame 15L extends rearward and upward from the left lower frame 14L. The left seat frame 15L is disposed to the left of the right seat frame 15R. The left seat frame 15L overlaps with the right seat frame 15R in a side view of the vehicle.

[0058] When the right lower frame 14R and the left lower frame 14L are not distinguished from each other, they will be referred to as "lower frames 14." When the right seat frame 15R and the left seat frame 15L are not distinguished from each other, they will be referred to as "seat frames 15."

[0059] The vehicle body frame 11 supports a footboard 22. For example, the lower frame 14 supports the footboard 22. The footboard 22 is fixed to the vehicle body frame 11.

[0060] Although not shown in the figures, the body frame 11 supports a front portion of the swing arm 27. For example, the seat frame 15 supports the front portion of the swing arm 27. The swing arm 27 swings relative to the body frame 11. The rear portion of the swing arm 27 moves in the vertical direction Z relative to the body frame 11. The rear wheel 29 moves in the vertical direction Z relative to the body frame 11.

[0061] The body frame 11 supports the storage box 31. For example, the seat frame 15 supports the storage box 31. The storage box 31 is fixed to the body frame 11.

[0062] For example, the storage box 31 supports the seat 21. The body frame 11 supports the seat 21 via the storage box 31.

[0063] The vehicle body frame 11 supports the electric motor 41. For example, the seat frame 15 supports the electric motor 41. The electric motor 41 is fixed to the vehicle body frame 11. The electric motor 41 cannot swing relative to the vehicle body frame 11.

[0064] The body frame 11 supports the battery 51. For example, the lower frame 14 supports the battery 51. The battery 51 is fixed to the body frame 11. The battery 51 cannot swing relative to the body frame 11.

[0065] 3. Footboard 22 See FIG. 2 . The footboard 22 has an upper edge 22e in a side view of the vehicle. The upper edge 22e is also called a "footboard line." The upper edge 22e is substantially parallel to the horizontal direction in a side view of the vehicle. The upper edge 22e extends in the front-to-rear direction X in a side view of the vehicle. For example, the upper edge 22e extends rearward and upward in a side view of the vehicle. For example, the upper edge 22e extends linearly in a side view of the vehicle. Alternatively, the upper edge 22e may be curved in a side view of the vehicle. Alternatively, the upper edge 22e may include a portion that extends linearly and a portion that is curved in a side view of the vehicle.

[0066] The recessed space 26 is located above the upper edge 22e in a side view of the vehicle. The recessed space 26 extends to the same height as the upper edge 22e. The recessed space 26 contacts the upper edge 22e of the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0067] See Figure 3. The footboard 22 is wide. The footboard 22 is wide enough that the driver can place both his right and left feet on it.

[0068] The footboard 22 extends in the width direction Y. The footboard 22 is long in the width direction Y. The footboard 22 is long enough in the width direction Y that the driver can place both his or her right and left feet on the footboard 22.

[0069] The footboard 22 is flat in the width direction Y. The footboard 22 is classified as a so-called flat footboard. The footboard 22 does not include a so-called center tunnel. This makes it easier for the driver to pass their legs through the recessed space 26.

[0070] The footboard 22 has a right portion 23, a left portion 24, and a center portion 25. The left portion 24 is located to the left of the right portion 23. The center portion 25 is located to the left of the right portion 23 and to the right of the left portion 24. The footboard 22 extends from the right portion 23, through the center portion 25, to the left portion 24.

[0071] The central portion 25 is joined to the right portion 23. The central portion 25 is joined to the left portion 24. For example, the right portion 23, the left portion 24, and the central portion 25 are an integrally molded member.

[0072] For example, the driver places the driver's right foot on the right portion 23. The driver places the driver's left foot on the left portion 24.

[0073] Figure 4 is a cross-sectional view taken along line IV-IV in Figure 3. The central portion 25 is at substantially the same height as the right portion 23. The central portion 25 does not protrude upward relative to the right portion 23. The central portion 25 is at substantially the same height as the left portion 24. The central portion 25 does not protrude upward relative to the left portion 24. Therefore, when the driver puts his / her legs through the recessed space 26, the central portion 25 does not interfere with the driver's legs. When the driver puts his / her legs through the recessed space 26, the driver's legs do not come into contact with the central portion 25.

[0074] The right portion 23 has an upper edge 23e in a side view of the vehicle. The left portion 24 has an upper edge 24e in a side view of the vehicle. The central portion 25 has an upper edge 25e in a side view of the vehicle. The upper edge 24e is at the same height as the upper edge 23e in a side view of the vehicle. The upper edge 25e is at the same height as the upper edge 23e in a side view of the vehicle. The upper edge 25e is at the same height as the upper edge 24e in a side view of the vehicle. The upper edge 23e corresponds to the above-mentioned upper edge 22e in a side view of the vehicle. The upper edge 24e also corresponds to the above-mentioned upper edge 22e in a side view of the vehicle. The upper edge 25e also corresponds to the above-mentioned upper edge 22e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0075] 3 , the right portion 23 extends in the front-rear direction X. The right portion 23 extends to a position rearward of the central portion 25. The right portion 23 extends to a position rearward of the entire central portion 25.

[0076] The right portion 23 has a rear end 23r. The rear end 23r is located rearward of the central portion 25. The rear end 23r is located rearward of the entire central portion 25.

[0077] The left portion 24 extends in the front-rear direction X. The left portion 24 extends to a position rearward of the central portion 25. The left portion 24 extends to a position rearward of the entire central portion 25.

[0078] The left portion 24 has a rear end 24r. The rear end 24r is located rearward of the central portion 25. The rear end 24r is located rearward of the entire central portion 25.

[0079] 4. Storage Box 31 Fig. 5 is a cross-sectional view of the storage box 31. The cross section of Fig. 5 is perpendicular to the width direction Y. The cross section of Fig. 5 passes through the center of the storage box 31. The storage box 31 has a box shape. The storage box 31 stores luggage. The luggage is, for example, a helmet.

[0080] The storage box 31 is open upward. The storage box 31 has an opening 31a. The opening 31a is located higher than the lower end 31b. The opening 31a is located at the top of the storage box 31. The storage box 31 is open through the opening 31a.

[0081] The storage box 31 has a rear portion 32 and a front portion 33. The front portion 33 is disposed in front of the rear portion 32. The front portion 33 extends forward from the rear portion 32.

[0082] 5, an imaginary plane P is indicated by a dashed line. The imaginary plane P is an example of the boundary between the rear portion 32 and the front portion 33. The imaginary plane P is, for example, a plane perpendicular to the front-rear direction X.

[0083] The front portion 33 is connected to the rear portion 32. The front portion 33 is joined to the rear portion 32. The front portion 33 is not separate from the rear portion 32. The rear portion 32 and the front portion 33 are integral. The rear portion 32 and the front portion 33 are inseparable from each other.

[0084] The rear portion 32 is larger than the front portion 33. The front portion 33 is smaller than the rear portion 32. The rear portion 32 accommodates, for example, a helmet.

[0085] The rear portion 32 extends to a lower position than the front portion 33. The rear portion 32 has a lower end 32b. The front portion 33 has a lower end 33b. The lower end 32b is lower than the lower end 33b.

[0086] The lower end 32b corresponds to, for example, the lower end 31b of the storage box 31. The lower end 32b is disposed below the opening 31a. The lower end 33b is disposed below the opening 31a.

[0087] The rear portion 32 is deeper than the front portion 33. The front portion 33 is shallower than the rear portion 32.

[0088] FIG. 5 shows the length H and the length J. The length H is the length of the rear portion 32 in the vertical direction Z. The rear portion 32 has an upper end 32t. The length H is the length in the vertical direction Z between the lower end 32b and the upper end 32t. The length J is the length of the front portion 33 in the vertical direction Z. The front portion 33 has an upper end 33t. The length J is the length in the vertical direction Z between the lower end 33b and the upper end 33t. The length H is greater than the length J. For example, the length H is three times or more the length J.

[0089] 5. Electric Motor 41 See Figure 2. The electric motor 41 includes a motor body 42 and a motor shaft 43. The motor body 42 is fixed to the vehicle body frame 11. The motor shaft 43 is connected to the motor body 42. The motor body 42 outputs power to the motor shaft 43. When the motor body 42 outputs power to the motor shaft 43, the motor shaft 43 rotates relative to the motor body 42.

[0090] The saddle-type electric vehicle 1 includes a drive shaft 44. The drive shaft 44 is connected to the electric motor 41. The drive shaft 44 is connected to the rear wheel 29. When the motor shaft 43 rotates, the drive shaft 44 rotates. When the drive shaft 44 rotates, the rear wheel 29 rotates. When the rear wheel 29 rotates, the saddle-type electric vehicle 1 moves forward. Power is transmitted from the electric motor 41 to the rear wheel 29 via the drive shaft 44.

[0091] For example, the drive shaft 44 is connected to the motor shaft 43. The drive shaft 44 is connected to the motor shaft 43 via a gear mechanism (not shown). The drive shaft 44 is connected to the rear wheel 29 via a chain (not shown).

[0092] The saddle-type electric vehicle 1 includes a drive sprocket 45. The drive sprocket 45 is attached to the drive shaft 44. The drive sprocket 45 is fixed to the drive shaft 44. The drive sprocket 45 rotates around the drive shaft 44. The drive sprocket 45 rotates integrally with the drive shaft 44. A chain is wound around the drive sprocket 45.

[0093] The drive shaft 44 overlaps with the electric motor 41 in a side view of the vehicle. The drive shaft 44 overlaps with the motor body 42 in a side view of the vehicle. The drive shaft 44 does not overlap with the motor shaft 43 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0094] For example, the drive shaft 44 is disposed above the motor shaft 43. The entire drive shaft 44 is disposed above the entire motor shaft 43. The drive shaft 44 is disposed rearward of the motor shaft 43. The entire drive shaft 44 is disposed rearward of the entire motor shaft 43.

[0095] For example, the drive sprocket 45 overlaps with the electric motor 41 in a side view of the vehicle. The drive sprocket 45 overlaps with the motor body 42 in a side view of the vehicle. The drive sprocket 45 does not overlap with the motor shaft 43 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0096] For example, the drive sprocket 45 is disposed above the motor shaft 43. At least a portion of the drive sprocket 45 is disposed above the entire motor shaft 43. The drive sprocket 45 is disposed rearward of the motor shaft 43. At least a portion of the drive sprocket 45 is disposed rearward of the entire motor shaft 43.

[0097] 3, the motor shaft 43 extends in the width direction Y.

[0098] For example, the motor shaft 43 is disposed to the left of the motor body 42. The motor shaft 43 extends leftward from the motor body 42.

[0099] The drive shaft 44 extends in the width direction Y.

[0100] For example, the drive shaft 44 is disposed to the left of the electric motor 41. At least a portion of the drive shaft 44 is disposed to the left of the entire electric motor 41.

[0101] For example, the drive shaft 44 is disposed to the left of the motor body 42. The entire drive shaft 44 is disposed to the left of the entire motor body 42.

[0102] For example, the drive shaft 44 is disposed to the left of the motor shaft 43. At least a portion of the drive shaft 44 is disposed to the left of the entire motor shaft 43.

[0103] For example, the drive sprocket 45 is disposed to the left of the electric motor 41. At least a portion of the drive sprocket 45 is disposed to the left of the entire electric motor 41.

[0104] For example, the drive sprocket 45 is disposed to the left of the motor body 42. The entire drive sprocket 45 is disposed to the left of the entire motor body 42.

[0105] For example, the drive sprocket 45 is disposed to the left of the motor shaft 43. At least a portion of the drive sprocket 45 is disposed to the left of the entire motor shaft 43.

[0106] 6. Battery 51 Figure 6 is a left side view of the battery 51. The second part 53 is connected to the first part 52. The second part 53 is joined to the first part 52. The second part 53 is not separate from the first part 52. The first part 52 and the second part 53 are one block.

[0107] 6 shows an imaginary plane Q by a dashed line. The imaginary plane Q is an example of a boundary between the first portion 52 and the second portion 53. For example, the imaginary plane Q is approximately horizontal.

[0108] The first portion 52 is disposed forward of the second portion 53. The first portion 52 is disposed forward of the second portion 53. At least a portion of the first portion 52 is disposed forward of the entire second portion 53.

[0109] The second portion 53 is disposed above the first portion 52. The second portion 53 is disposed above the first portion 52. At least a part of the second portion 53 is disposed above the entire first portion 52.

[0110] The first portion 52 extends in the front-rear direction X in a side view of the vehicle. The second portion 53 extends in the up-down direction Z in a side view of the vehicle.

[0111] The first portion 52 extends forward from the second portion 53. The second portion 53 extends upward from the first portion 52.

[0112] The first portion 52 is joined to a lower portion of the second portion 53. The first portion 52 extends forward from the lower portion of the second portion 53.

[0113] The second portion 53 is joined to the rear portion of the first portion 52. The second portion 53 extends upward from the rear portion of the first portion 52.

[0114] The battery 51 has a substantially L-shape when viewed from the side of the vehicle.

[0115] The first portion 52 has a front end 52 f. The first portion 52 has a lower end 52 b. The first portion 52 has an upper end 52 t. The upper end 52 t is positioned higher than the lower end 52 b. For example, the upper end 52 t is positioned at approximately the same height as the imaginary plane Q.

[0116] The second portion 53 has a front end 53f. The front end 53f is located rearward of the front end 52f. The second portion 53 has a rear end 53r. The rear end 53r is located rearward of the front end 52f. The rear end 53r is located rearward of the front end 53f. The second portion 53 has the above-mentioned upper end 53t. The upper end 53t is located higher than the lower end 52b. The upper end 53t is located higher than the upper end 52t.

[0117] The first portion 52 is long in the front-rear direction X in a side view of the vehicle.

[0118] 6 shows the length Kx and the length Kz. The length Kx is the length in the front-rear direction X between the front end 52f and the front end 53f. The length Kz is the length in the up-down direction Z between the lower end 52b and the upper end 52t. The length Kx is longer than the length Kz.

[0119] The second portion 53 is long in the up-down direction Z in a side view of the vehicle.

[0120] 6 shows the length Lx and the length Lz. The length Lx is the length in the front-rear direction X between the front end 53f and the rear end 53r. The length Lz is the length in the up-down direction Z between the upper end 53t and the upper end 52t. The length Lz is longer than the length Lx.

[0121] The length Lz is greater than the length Kz. For example, the length Lz is at least twice the length Kz.

[0122] Referring to Figure 4, the first portion 52 extends in the width direction Y. The first portion 52 has a right end 52c and a left end 52d. The left end 52d is located to the left of the right end 52c. The first portion 52 extends from the right end 52c to the left end 52d.

[0123] The first portion 52 is flat in the width direction Y.

[0124] The first portion 52 is long in the width direction Y.

[0125] 4 shows the length Ky in addition to the length Kz. The length Ky is the length in the width direction Y between the right end 52c and the left end 52d. The length Ky corresponds to the length of the first portion 52 in the width direction Y. The length Kz corresponds to the length of the first portion 52 in the up-down direction Z. The length Ky is longer than the length Kz. For example, the length Ky is at least twice the length Kz.

[0126] 4 and 6, the battery 51 has a housing 54. The housing 54 defines an internal space therein. The internal space is substantially sealed.

[0127] The housing 54 includes a first housing 54a and a second housing 54b. The first housing 54a and the second housing 54b are connected to each other. The first housing 54a and the second housing 54b are separable from each other.

[0128] For example, the second housing 54b is disposed below the first housing 54a.

[0129] The housing 54 includes a joint surface 54c. The first housing 54a and the second housing 54b join together at the joint surface 54c. The joint surface 54c is a boundary between the first housing 54a and the second housing 54b. For example, the joint surface 54c is substantially horizontal.

[0130] 6, the joint surface 54c is disposed at a position different from the imaginary plane Q. The joint surface 54c is disposed below the imaginary plane Q.

[0131] The battery 51 includes a plurality of first cells 55a and a plurality of second cells 55b. The first cells 55a are disposed in the first portion 52. The second cells 55b are disposed in the second portion 53. In this specification, the cells disposed across the first portion 52 and the second portion 53 are categorized as "second cells 55b."

[0132] The second cells 55b are arranged above the first cells 55a. The second cells 55b are arranged above the first cells 55a. All of the second cells 55b are arranged above all of the first cells 55a.

[0133] The first cell 55a is disposed below the upper end 52t. The first cell 55a is disposed above the lower end 52b. The first cell 55a is disposed rearward of the front end 52f. The first cell 55a is disposed forward of the rear end 53r.

[0134] The second cell 55b is disposed below the upper end 53t. The second cell 55b is disposed above the upper end 52t. The second cell 55b is disposed rearward of the front end 53f. The second cell 55b is disposed forward of the rear end 53r.

[0135] FIG. 6 shows the lengths Mz and Nz. The length Mz is the overall length of the first cell 55a in the vertical direction Z. The length Nz is the overall length of the second cell 55b in the vertical direction Z. The length Nz is longer than the length Mz. For example, the length Nz is 1.5 times or more the length Mz. The length Nz is twice or more the length Mz.

[0136] FIG. 6 shows lengths Mx and Nx. The length Mx is the overall length of the first cell 55a in the front-rear direction X. The length Nx is the overall length of the second cell 55b in the front-rear direction X. The length Mx is longer than the length Nx. For example, the length Mx is 1.5 times or more the length Nx. The length Mx is twice or more the length Nx.

[0137] The first cell 55a and the second cell 55b are installed in the housing 54. The first cell 55a and the second cell 55b are installed in the internal space of the housing 54. The housing 54 accommodates the first cell 55a and the second cell 55b. In Figure 6, the first cell 55a and the second cell 55b are shown by dashed lines.

[0138] When the first cell 55a and the second cell 55b are not distinguished from each other, they are simply referred to as "cells 55."

[0139] 7 is a perspective view of the battery 51. Each cell 55 has an elongated shape. Each cell 55 has an axis 56. The axis 56 is an imaginary straight line. Each cell 55 is elongated along the axis 56. Each cell 55 has, for example, a cylindrical shape centered on the axis 56.

[0140] The axes 56 of the first cells 55a are parallel to one another. The axes 56 of the second cells 55b are parallel to one another. The axes 56 of the first cells 55a are parallel to the axes 56 of the second cells 55b.

[0141] The orientation of the first cells 55a will be described. The first cells 55a are installed in a vertical orientation. For example, the axes 56 of the first cells 55a extend in the vertical direction Z. Each first cell 55a is installed so that the axes 56 extend in the vertical direction Z.

[0142] The orientation of the second cells 55b will be described. The orientation of the second cells 55b is the same as that of the first cells 55a. The second cells 55b are installed in a vertical orientation. For example, each axis 56 of the second cells 55b extends in the vertical direction Z. Each second cell 55b is installed so that the axis 56 extends in the vertical direction Z.

[0143] The arrangement of the multiple first cells 55a will be described. The first cells 55a are arranged in a matrix. The first cells 55a are aligned in the front-rear direction X, the width direction Y, and the up-down direction Z. For example, the first cells 55a are arranged in 16 columns in the front-rear direction X. The first cells 55a are arranged in 12 columns in the width direction Y. The first cells 55a are arranged in two columns in the up-down direction Z.

[0144] The arrangement of the plurality of second cells 55b will be described. The second cells 55b are aligned in the front-rear direction X, the width direction Y, and the up-down direction Z. For example, the second cells 55b are arranged in six rows in the front-rear direction X. The second cells 55b are arranged in twelve rows in the width direction Y. The second cells 55b are arranged in four rows in the up-down direction Z.

[0145] 6, the battery 51 includes electrical components 57. The electrical components 57 control charging and discharging of the battery 51. The electrical components 57 include, for example, a controller for the battery 51. The electrical components 57 include, for example, a relay and a fuse.

[0146] The electrical components 57 are installed in, for example, the second portion 53. The electrical components 57 are installed above the second cells 55b. The electrical components 57 are installed higher than the second cells 55b. For example, all of the electrical components 57 are installed higher than all of the second cells 55b.

[0147] The electrical equipment 57 is installed inside the housing 54. The electrical equipment 57 is installed in the internal space of the housing 54. The housing 54 accommodates the electrical equipment 57. In Fig. 6, the electrical equipment 57 is indicated by dashed lines.

[0148] 6 shows the position of the center of gravity G of the battery 51. The center of gravity G overlaps with the battery 51 in a side view of the vehicle. The center of gravity G overlaps with the housing 54 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0149] For example, the center of gravity G is located near the boundary between the first portion 52 and the second portion 53. The center of gravity G is located near the imaginary plane Q. The center of gravity G is located slightly above the imaginary plane Q. The center of gravity G is located above the first portion 52. The center of gravity G is located above the first portion 52. The center of gravity G is located above the entire first portion 52. The center of gravity G overlaps with the second portion 53 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0150] For example, the center of gravity G is located below the upper end 53t. The center of gravity G is located above the lower end 52b. The center of gravity G is located at approximately the same height as the upper end 52t. The center of gravity G is located slightly above the upper end 52t. The center of gravity G is located rearward of the front end 52f. The center of gravity G is located rearward of the front end 53f. The center of gravity G is located forward of the rear end 53r.

[0151] The center of gravity G is located above the first cell 55a. The center of gravity G is located higher than the entire first cell 55a. The center of gravity G is located at approximately the same height as the second cell 55b. The center of gravity G overlaps with the second cell 55b in a side view of the vehicle. The second cell 55b includes a portion located higher than the center of gravity G.

[0152] The center of gravity G is located below the electrical equipment 57. The center of gravity G is located below all of the electrical equipment 57.

[0153] 3, the electrical equipment 57 overlaps with the second cell 55b in a plan view of the vehicle. The entire electrical equipment 57 overlaps with the second cell 55b in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0154] 7. Arrangement See Figure 2. The seat 21 is arranged above the body frame 11. The seat 21 does not overlap with the body frame 11 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0155] For example, the seat 21 is disposed rearward of the down frame 13. The seat 21 is disposed above the lower frame 14. The seat 21 is disposed above the lower frame 14. The seat 21 is disposed above the seat frame 15. The seat 21 is disposed above the seat frame 15.

[0156] The seat 21 has a front end 21f. The front end 21f is located rearward of the down frame 13. The lower frame 14 extends from a position forward of the front end 21f to a position rearward of the front end 21f. The front end 21f is located forward of the seat frame 15.

[0157] The seat 21 has a rear end 21r. The rear end 21r is located rearward of the front end 21f. The rear end 21r is located rearward of the body frame 11. The rear end 21r is located rearward of the seat frame 15.

[0158] The seat frame 15 has a rear end 15r that is located forward of the rear end 21r.

[0159] The footboard 22 is disposed above the body frame 11. The footboard 22 may overlap the body frame 11 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0160] For example, the footboard 22 extends rearward from the down frame 13. The footboard 22 is disposed above the lower frame 14. The footboard 22 may include a portion that overlaps with the lower frame 14 in a side view of the vehicle. Alternatively, the footboard 22 may not include a portion that overlaps with the lower frame 14 in a side view of the vehicle. At least a portion of the footboard 22 is disposed forward of the seat frame 15. The seat frame 15 extends rearward and upward from a position lower than the footboard 22. The footboard 22 is disposed forward of the rear end 15r. The footboard 22 is disposed lower than the rear end 15r.

[0161] In a side view of the vehicle, the upper edge 22e is disposed above the lower frame 14. In a side view of the vehicle, the upper edge 22e is disposed above the lower frame 14. In a side view of the vehicle, the upper edge 22e does not overlap with the lower frame 14.

[0162] The rear axle 28 is disposed rearward of the body frame 11. The rear axle 28 does not overlap with the body frame 11 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0163] For example, the rear axle 28 is disposed rearward of the seat frame 15. The rear axle 28 is disposed rearward of the rear end 15r. The rear axle 28 is disposed at approximately the same height as the lower frame 14. The rear axle 28 is disposed below the seat frame 15.

[0164] The rear wheel 29 is disposed rearward of the body frame 11. The rear wheel 29 does not overlap with the body frame 11 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0165] For example, the rear wheels 29 are disposed rearward of the seat frames 15. The rear wheels 29 are disposed at approximately the same height as the lower frames 14 and the seat frames 15.

[0166] The rear wheel 29 has a front end 29f. The front end 29f is disposed forward of the rear axle 28. The front end 29f is disposed rearward of the body frame 11. The front end 29f is disposed rearward of the seat frame 15. The front end 29f is disposed rearward of the rear end 15r.

[0167] The rear wheel 29 has an upper end 29t. The upper end 29t is disposed higher than the rear axle 28. The upper end 29t is disposed higher than the lower frame 14. The upper end 29t is disposed at approximately the same height as the seat frame 15. The upper end 29t is disposed lower than the rear end 15r.

[0168] The storage box 31 is disposed above the body frame 11. The storage box 31 overlaps with the body frame 11 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0169] For example, the storage box 31 is disposed rearward of the down frame 13. The storage box 31 is disposed above the lower frame 14. The storage box 31 is disposed higher than the lower frame 14. The lower end 31b is disposed higher than the lower frame 14. The storage box 31 is disposed above the seat frame 15. The storage box 31 includes a portion that is disposed at approximately the same height as the seat frame 15. The lower end 31b is disposed lower than the rear end 15r. The storage box 31 overlaps with the seat frame 15 in a side view of the vehicle. The storage box 31 overlaps with the rear end 15r in a side view of the vehicle.

[0170] The storage box 31 has a front end 31f. The front end 31f is located rearward of the down frame 13. The lower frame 14 extends from a position forward of the front end 31f to a position rearward of the front end 31f. The front end 31f is located forward of the seat frame 15.

[0171] The storage box 31 has a rear end 31r. The rear end 31r is located rearward of the front end 31f. The rear end 31r is located rearward of the body frame 11. The rear end 31r is located rearward of the seat frame 15. The rear end 31r is located rearward of the rear end 15r.

[0172] The opening 31a is disposed above the lower frame 14. The opening 31a is disposed above the seat frame 15. The opening 31a is disposed above the rear end 15r.

[0173] The rear portion 32 is disposed above the body frame 11. The rear portion 32 overlaps with the body frame 11 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0174] For example, the rear portion 32 is disposed rearward of the lower frame 14. The rear portion 32 is disposed higher than the lower frame 14. The lower end 32b is disposed higher than the lower frame 14. The rear portion 32 is disposed above the seat frame 15. The rear portion 32 includes a portion that is disposed at approximately the same height as the seat frame 15. The rear portion 32 overlaps with the seat frame 15 in a side view of the vehicle. The rear portion 32 overlaps with the rear end 15r in a side view of the vehicle. The lower end 32b is disposed lower than the rear end 15r.

[0175] The front portion 33 is disposed above the body frame 11. The front portion 33 does not overlap with the body frame 11 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0176] For example, the front portion 33 is disposed above the lower frame 14. The front portion 33 is disposed higher than the lower frame 14. The lower end 33b is disposed higher than the lower frame 14. The front portion 33 is disposed forward of the seat frame 15. The front portion 33 is disposed forward of the rear end 15r. The lower end 33b is disposed forward of the rear end 15r. The lower end 33b is disposed lower than the rear end 15r.

[0177] The electric motor 41 is disposed below the body frame 11. The electric motor 41 overlaps with the body frame 11 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0178] For example, the electric motor 41 is disposed rearward of the lower frame 14. The electric motor 41 is disposed at substantially the same height as the lower frame 14. The electric motor 41 has an upper end 41t. The upper end 41t is disposed higher than the motor shaft 43. The upper end 41t is disposed higher than the lower frame 14. The seat frame 15 extends from a position forward of the electric motor 41 to a position rearward of the electric motor 41. The electric motor 41 is disposed forward of the rear end 15r. The electric motor 41 is disposed below the seat frame 15. The electric motor 41 is disposed lower than the seat frame 15. The upper end 41t is disposed lower than the rear end 15r. The electric motor 41 includes a portion that overlaps with the seat frame 15 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0179] The motor body 42 is disposed below the body frame 11. The motor body 42 overlaps with the body frame 11 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0180] For example, the motor body 42 is disposed rearward of the lower frame 14. The motor body 42 is disposed at substantially the same height as the lower frame 14. The motor body 42 is disposed below the seat frame 15. The motor body 42 is disposed lower than the seat frame 15. The motor body 42 includes a portion that overlaps with the seat frame 15 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0181] The motor shaft 43 is disposed below the body frame 11. The motor shaft 43 does not overlap with the body frame 11 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0182] For example, the motor shaft 43 is disposed rearward of the lower frame 14. The motor shaft 43 is disposed at substantially the same height as the lower frame 14. The motor shaft 43 is disposed below the seat frame 15. The motor shaft 43 is disposed below the seat frame 15. The motor shaft 43 does not overlap with the seat frame 15 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0183] The drive shaft 44 is disposed below the body frame 11. The drive shaft 44 does not overlap with the body frame 11 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0184] For example, the drive shaft 44 is disposed rearward of the lower frame 14. The drive shaft 44 is disposed above the lower frame 14. The drive shaft 44 is disposed below the seat frame 15. The drive shaft 44 is disposed below the seat frame 15. The drive shaft 44 does not overlap with the seat frame 15 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0185] The drive sprocket 45 is disposed below the body frame 11. The drive sprocket 45 does not overlap with the body frame 11 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0186] For example, the drive sprocket 45 is disposed rearward of the lower frame 14. The drive sprocket 45 is disposed above the lower frame 14. The drive sprocket 45 is disposed below the seat frame 15. The drive sprocket 45 is disposed below the seat frame 15. The drive sprocket 45 does not overlap with the seat frame 15 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0187] The battery 51 includes a portion that is disposed below the body frame 11. The battery 51 includes a portion that is disposed above the body frame 11. The battery 51 includes a portion that overlaps with the body frame 11 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0188] For example, the battery 51 is disposed rearward of the down frame 13. The lower frame 14 extends rearward from a position forward of the entire battery 51. The battery 51 includes a portion disposed higher than the entire lower frame 14. The battery 51 includes a portion disposed lower than the entire lower frame 14. The battery 51 extends from a position lower than the entire lower frame 14 to a position higher than the entire lower frame 14. The battery 51 includes a portion that overlaps with the lower frame 14 in a side view of the vehicle. At least a portion of the battery 51 is disposed forward of the seat frame 15.

[0189] The first portion 52 includes a portion that is disposed below the body frame 11. The first portion 52 includes a portion that overlaps with the body frame 11 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0190] For example, the first portion 52 is disposed rearward of the down frame 13. The front end 52f is disposed rearward of the down frame 13. The lower frame 14 extends from a position forward of the front end 52f to a position rearward of the front end 52f. The first portion 52 is disposed below the lower frame 14. The first portion 52 includes a portion that is disposed lower than the entire lower frame 14. The lower end 52b is disposed lower than the entire lower frame 14. The first portion 52 includes a portion that overlaps with the lower frame 14 in a side view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 is disposed forward of the seat frame 15. The first portion 52 is disposed forward of the rear end 15r. The first portion 52 is disposed lower than the rear end 15r. The upper end 52t is disposed lower than the rear end 15r.

[0191] The second portion 53 includes a portion that is disposed above the body frame 11. The second portion 53 includes a portion that overlaps with the body frame 11 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0192] For example, the second portion 53 is disposed rearward of the down frame 13. The front end 53f is disposed rearward of the down frame 13. The lower frame 14 extends from a position forward of the front end 53f to a position rearward of the front end 53f. The second portion 53 is disposed above the lower frame 14. The second portion 53 includes a portion that is disposed higher than the entire lower frame 14. The upper end 53t is disposed higher than the entire lower frame 14. The second portion 53 includes a portion that overlaps with the lower frame 14 in a side view of the vehicle. The second portion 53 is disposed forward of the seat frame 15. The second portion 53 is disposed forward of the rear end 15r. The rear end 53r is disposed forward of the rear end 15r. The second portion 53 is disposed lower than the rear end 15r. The upper end 53t is disposed lower than the rear end 15r.

[0193] The first cell 55a includes a portion that is disposed below the body frame 11. The first cell 55a includes a portion that overlaps with the body frame 11 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0194] For example, the first cell 55a is disposed rearward of the down frame 13. The first cell 55a is disposed below the lower frame 14. The first cell 55a includes a portion that is disposed lower than the entire lower frame 14. The first cell 55a includes a portion that overlaps with the lower frame 14 in a side view of the vehicle. The first cell 55a is disposed forward of the seat frame 15. The first cell 55a is disposed forward of the rear end 15r. The first cell 55a is disposed lower than the rear end 15r.

[0195] The second cell 55b includes a portion that is disposed above the body frame 11. The second cell 55b includes a portion that overlaps with the body frame 11 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0196] For example, the second cell 55b is disposed rearward of the down frame 13. The second cell 55b is disposed above the lower frame 14. The second cell 55b includes a portion that is disposed above the entire lower frame 14. The second cell 55b includes a portion that overlaps with the lower frame 14 in a side view of the vehicle. The second cell 55b is disposed forward of the seat frame 15. The second cell 55b is disposed forward of the rear end 15r. The second cell 55b is disposed below the rear end 15r.

[0197] The electrical equipment 57 is disposed above the body frame 11. The electrical equipment 57 does not overlap the body frame 11.

[0198] For example, the electrical components 57 are disposed rearward of the down frame 13. The electrical components 57 are disposed above the lower frame 14. The electrical components 57 are disposed above the lower frame 14. The electrical components 57 are disposed forward of the seat frame 15.

[0199] The center of gravity G overlaps with the body frame 11 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0200] For example, the center of gravity G is located rearward of the down frame 13. The center of gravity G is located at approximately the same height as the lower frame 14. The center of gravity G overlaps with the lower frame 14 in a side view of the vehicle. The center of gravity G is located forward of the seat frame 15. The center of gravity G is located forward of the rear end 15r. The center of gravity G is located below the rear end 15r.

[0201] At least a portion of the footboard 22 is disposed forward of the seat 21. At least a portion of the footboard 22 is disposed forward of the entire seat 21. At least a portion of the footboard 22 is disposed forward of the front end 21f. For example, the footboard 22 includes a portion that is disposed rearward of the front end 21f. The footboard 22 extends from a position forward of the front end 21f to a position rearward of the front end 21f. The entire footboard 22 is disposed forward of the rear end 21r.

[0202] The footboard 22 is disposed below the seat 21. At least a portion of the footboard 22 is disposed lower than the seat 21. At least a portion of the footboard 22 is disposed lower than the entire seat 21. For example, the entire footboard 22 is disposed lower than the entire seat 21. The footboard 22 does not overlap with the seat 21 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0203] The rear axle 28 is disposed rearward of the seat 21. For example, the entire rear axle 28 is disposed rearward of the rear end 21r.

[0204] The rear wheel 29 is disposed rearward of the seat 21. For example, a front end 29f of the rear wheel 29 is disposed rearward of the front end 21f. The front end 29f is disposed forward of the rear end 21r. The rear wheel 29 includes a portion disposed rearward of the rear end 21r. The rear wheel 29 extends from a position forward of the rear end 21r to a position rearward of the rear end 21r.

[0205] The rear wheel 29 is disposed below the seat 21. The rear wheel 29 is disposed lower than the seat 21. An upper end 29t of the rear wheel 29 is disposed lower than the seat 21. For example, the upper end 29t is disposed lower than the entire seat 21.

[0206] The entire storage box 31 is disposed rearward of the front end 21f. The front end 31f is disposed rearward of the front end 21f. The entire storage box 31 is disposed forward of the rear end 21r. The rear end 31r is disposed forward of the rear end 21r. The seat 21 extends from a position forward of the front end 31f to a position rearward of the rear end 31r.

[0207] The storage box 31 is disposed below the seat 21. The storage box 31 is disposed lower than the seat 21. At least a portion of the storage box 31 is disposed lower than the entire seat 21. For example, the lower end 31b is disposed lower than the entire seat 21. The storage box 31 includes a portion that overlaps with the seat 21 in a side view of the vehicle. For example, an upper portion of the storage box 31 overlaps with the seat 21 in a side view of the vehicle. The opening 31a overlaps with the seat 21 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0208] The sheet 21 is disposed above the opening 31 a. The sheet 21 opens and closes the opening 31 a. When the sheet 21 opens the opening 31 a, the sheet 21 allows luggage to pass through the opening 31 a. When the sheet 21 closes the opening 31 a, the sheet 21 prohibits luggage from passing through the opening 31 a.

[0209] The entire rear portion 32 is disposed rearward of the front end 21f. The entire rear portion 32 is disposed forward of the rear end 21r. The rear portion 32 is disposed below the seat 21. The rear portion 32 is disposed lower than the seat 21. The lower end 32b is disposed lower than the entire seat 21. The rear portion 32 includes a portion that overlaps with the seat 21 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0210] The entire front portion 33 is disposed rearward of the front end 21f. The entire front portion 33 is disposed forward of the rear end 21r. The front portion 33 is disposed below the seat 21. The front portion 33 is disposed below the seat 21. The lower end 33b is disposed below the entire seat 21. The front portion 33 includes a portion that overlaps with the seat 21 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0211] The entire electric motor 41 is disposed rearward of the front end 21f. The entire electric motor 41 is disposed forward of the rear end 21r. The electric motor 41 is disposed below the seat 21. The electric motor 41 is disposed below the seat 21. The upper end 41t is disposed below the entire seat 21. The electric motor 41 does not overlap with the seat 21 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0212] The entire motor body 42 is disposed rearward of the front end 21f. The entire motor body 42 is disposed forward of the rear end 21r. The motor body 42 is disposed below the seat 21. The motor body 42 is disposed below the seat 21. The motor body 42 does not overlap with the seat 21 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0213] The entire motor shaft 43 is disposed rearward of the front end 21f. The entire motor shaft 43 is disposed forward of the rear end 21r. The motor shaft 43 is disposed below the seat 21. The motor shaft 43 is disposed below the seat 21. The motor shaft 43 does not overlap with the seat 21 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0214] The entire drive shaft 44 is located rearward of the front end 21f. The entire drive shaft 44 is located forward of the rear end 21r. The drive shaft 44 is located below the seat 21. The drive shaft 44 is located below the seat 21. The drive shaft 44 does not overlap with the seat 21 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0215] The entire drive sprocket 45 is disposed rearward of the front end 21f. The entire drive sprocket 45 is disposed forward of the rear end 21r. The drive sprocket 45 is disposed below the seat 21. The drive sprocket 45 is disposed below the seat 21. The drive sprocket 45 does not overlap with the seat 21 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0216] The battery 51 extends from a position forward of the front end 21f to a position rearward of the front end 21f. The entire battery 51 is disposed forward of the rear end 21r.

[0217] The battery 51 is disposed below the seat 21. The battery 51 is disposed lower than the seat 21. The entire battery 51 is disposed lower than the entire seat 21. The battery 51 does not overlap the seat 21 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0218] At least a portion of the first portion 52 is positioned forward of the front end 21f. The front end 52f is positioned forward of the front end 21f. For example, the first portion 52 includes a portion that is positioned rearward of the front end 21f. The first portion 52 extends from a position forward of the front end 21f to a position rearward of the front end 21f. The entire first portion 52 is positioned forward of the rear end 21r. The first portion 52 is positioned below the seat 21. The first portion 52 is positioned below the seat 21. The upper end 52t is positioned below the entire seat 21. The first portion 52 does not overlap with the seat 21 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0219] At least a portion of the second portion 53 is positioned rearward of the front end 21f. The rear end 53r is positioned rearward of the front end 21f. For example, the front end 53f is positioned rearward of the front end 21f. The entire second portion 53 is positioned forward of the front end 21f. The rear end 53r is positioned forward of the rear end 21r. The entire second portion 53 is positioned forward of the rear end 21r. The second portion 53 is positioned below the seat 21. The second portion 53 is positioned below the seat 21. The upper end 53t is positioned below the entire seat 21. The second portion 53 does not overlap with the seat 21 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0220] At least a portion of the first cell 55a is positioned forward of the front end 21f. The first cell 55a includes a portion that is positioned forward of the front end 21f. For example, the first cell 55a includes a portion that is positioned rearward of the front end 21f. The first cell 55a extends from a position forward of the front end 21f to a position rearward of the front end 21f. The entire first cell 55a is positioned forward of the rear end 21r. The first cell 55a is positioned below the seat 21. The first cell 55a is positioned below the seat 21. The first cell 55a does not overlap with the seat 21 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0221] At least a portion of the second cell 55b is disposed rearward of the front end 21f. For example, the entire second cell 55b is disposed rearward of the front end 21f. The entire second cell 55b is disposed forward of the rear end 21r. The second cell 55b is disposed below the seat 21. The second cell 55b is disposed below the seat 21. The second cell 55b does not overlap with the seat 21 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0222] At least a portion of the electrical equipment 57 is disposed rearward of the front end 21f. For example, all of the electrical equipment 57 is disposed rearward of the front end 21f. All of the electrical equipment 57 is disposed forward of the rear end 21r. The electrical equipment 57 is disposed below the seat 21. The electrical equipment 57 is disposed below the seat 21. The electrical equipment 57 does not overlap with the seat 21 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0223] The center of gravity G is located rearward of the front end 21f. The center of gravity G is located forward of the rear end 21r. The center of gravity G is located below the seat 21. The center of gravity G is located below the seat 21. The center of gravity G does not overlap with the seat 21 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0224] The rear axle 28 is disposed rearward of the footboard 22. The entire rear axle 28 is disposed rearward of the entire footboard 22. The rear axle 28 is disposed lower than the footboard 22. For example, the entire rear axle 28 is disposed lower than the entire footboard 22. The entire rear axle 28 is disposed lower than the upper edge 22e. The rear axle 28 does not overlap with the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0225] The rear wheel 29 is disposed rearward of the footboard 22. The entire rear wheel 29 is disposed rearward of the entire footboard 22. The front end 29f is disposed rearward of the entire footboard 22. The upper end 29t is disposed higher than the entire footboard 22. The rear wheel 29 extends from a position lower than the entire footboard 22 to a position higher than the entire footboard 22. The rear wheel 29 does not overlap the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0226] The storage box 31 is disposed rearward of the footboard 22. More specifically, a portion of the storage box 31 is disposed rearward of the entire footboard 22. A portion of the footboard 22 is disposed forward of the entire storage box 31. Specifically, the footboard 22 extends from a position forward of the front end 31f to a position rearward of the front end 31f. The entire footboard 22 is disposed forward of the rear end 31r. In other words, the rear end 31r is disposed rearward of the entire footboard 22. The storage box 31 is disposed above the footboard 22. The storage box 31 is disposed above the footboard 22. At least a portion of the storage box 31 is disposed higher than the entire footboard 22. The lower end 31b of the storage box 31 is disposed higher than at least a portion of the footboard 22. The storage box 31 does not overlap with the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0227] The rear portion 32 is positioned rearward of the footboard 22. At least a portion of the rear portion 32 is positioned rearward of the entire footboard 22. The rear portion 32 is positioned higher than the footboard 22. A lower end 32b of the rear portion 32 is positioned higher than at least a portion of the footboard 22. The rear portion 32 does not overlap with the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0228] The footboard 22 extends rearward from a position forward of the entire front portion 33. For example, the footboard 22 extends from a position forward of the entire front portion 33 to a position rearward of the entire front portion 33. The front portion 33 is disposed above the footboard 22. The front portion 33 is disposed higher than the footboard 22. A lower end 33b of the front portion 33 is disposed higher than the entire footboard 22. The front portion 33 does not overlap the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0229] At least a portion of the electric motor 41 is disposed rearward of the entire footboard 22. At least a portion of the footboard 22 is disposed forward of the entire electric motor 41. The electric motor 41 is disposed at approximately the same height as the footboard 22. The upper end 41t is disposed higher than at least a portion of the footboard 22. The electric motor 41 includes a portion that is located lower than the entire footboard 22. For example, the electric motor 41 includes a portion that overlaps with the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle. Alternatively, the electric motor 41 does not need to include a portion that overlaps with the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0230] At least a portion of the motor body 42 is disposed rearward of the entire footboard 22. The motor body 42 is disposed at approximately the same height as the footboard 22. For example, the motor body 42 includes a portion that overlaps with the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle. Alternatively, the motor body 42 does not need to include a portion that overlaps with the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0231] The motor shaft 43 is disposed rearward of the footboard 22. The entire motor shaft 43 is disposed rearward of the entire footboard 22. The motor shaft 43 is disposed at approximately the same height as the footboard 22. The entire motor shaft 43 is disposed below the upper edge 22e in a side view of the vehicle. The motor shaft 43 does not overlap with the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0232] The drive shaft 44 is disposed rearward of the footboard 22. The entire drive shaft 44 is disposed rearward of the entire footboard 22. The drive shaft 44 is disposed at approximately the same height as the footboard 22. The drive shaft 44 is disposed at approximately the same height as the upper edge 22e. The drive shaft 44 does not overlap with the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0233] The drive sprocket 45 is disposed rearward of the footboard 22. The entire drive sprocket 45 is disposed rearward of the entire footboard 22. The drive sprocket 45 is disposed at approximately the same height as the footboard 22. The drive sprocket 45 is disposed at approximately the same height as the upper edge 22e. The drive sprocket 45 does not overlap with the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0234] The footboard 22 extends rearward from a position forward of the entire battery 51. For example, the footboard 22 extends from a position forward of the entire battery 51 to a position rearward of the entire battery 51. The battery 51 includes a portion that is positioned higher than the entire footboard 22. The battery 51 includes a portion that is positioned lower than the entire footboard 22. The battery 51 extends from a position lower than the entire footboard 22 to a position higher than the entire footboard 22. The battery 51 overlaps the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle. The battery 51 overlaps the upper edge 22e of the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0235] The footboard 22 extends from a position forward of the front end 52f to a position rearward of the front end 52f. For example, the footboard 22 extends from a position forward of the front end 52f to a position rearward of the rear end 53r. The first portion 52 is disposed below the footboard 22. The first portion 52 includes a portion that is disposed below the footboard 22. The first portion 52 includes a portion that is disposed below the entire footboard 22. The lower end 52b of the first portion 52 is disposed below the footboard 22. The lower end 52b is disposed below the entire footboard 22. The first portion 52 includes a portion that overlaps with the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle. The upper end 52t of the first portion 52 overlaps with the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0236] The first portion 52 is disposed below the upper edge 22e in a side view of the vehicle. The entire first portion 52 is disposed below the upper edge 22e in a side view of the vehicle. The upper end 52t is disposed below the upper edge 22e in a side view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 does not overlap with the upper edge 22e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0237] The first portion 52 is disposed below the upper edge 23e of the right portion 23 in a side view of the vehicle. The entire first portion 52 is disposed below the upper edge 23e in a side view of the vehicle. The upper end 52t is disposed below the upper edge 23e in a side view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 does not overlap with the upper edge 23e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0238] The first portion 52 is disposed below the upper edge 24e of the left portion 24 in a side view of the vehicle. The entire first portion 52 is disposed below the upper edge 24e in a side view of the vehicle. The upper end 52t is disposed below the upper edge 24e in a side view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 does not overlap with the upper edge 24e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0239] The first portion 52 is disposed below the upper edge 25e of the central portion 25 in a side view of the vehicle. The entire first portion 52 is disposed below the upper edge 25e in a side view of the vehicle. The upper end 52t is disposed below the upper edge 25e in a side view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 does not overlap with the upper edge 25e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0240] The footboard 22 extends from a position forward of the front end 53f to a position rearward of the rear end 53r. The second portion 53 is positioned above the footboard 22. The second portion 53 includes a portion that is positioned higher than the footboard 22. The second portion 53 includes a portion that is positioned higher than the entire footboard 22. An upper end 53t of the second portion 53 is positioned higher than the footboard 22. The upper end 53t is positioned higher than the entire footboard 22. The second portion 53 includes a portion that overlaps with the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0241] The second portion 53 includes a portion that is positioned higher than the upper edge 22 e in the vehicle side view. The upper end 53 t is positioned higher than the upper edge 22 e in the vehicle side view. The second portion 53 overlaps with the upper edge 22 e in the vehicle side view.

[0242] The second portion 53 includes a portion that is positioned higher than the upper edge 23 e of the right portion 23 in a side view of the vehicle. The upper end 53 t is positioned higher than the upper edge 23 e in a side view of the vehicle. The second portion 53 overlaps with the upper edge 23 e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0243] The second portion 53 includes a portion that is positioned higher than the upper edge 24e of the left portion 24 in a side view of the vehicle. The upper end 53t is positioned higher than the upper edge 24e in a side view of the vehicle. The second portion 53 overlaps with the upper edge 24e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0244] The second portion 53 includes a portion that is positioned higher than the upper edge 25 e of the central portion 25 in a side view of the vehicle. The upper end 53 t is positioned higher than the upper edge 25 e in a side view of the vehicle. The second portion 53 overlaps with the upper edge 25 e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0245] The first cell 55a is disposed below the footboard 22. The first cell 55a is disposed lower than the footboard 22. The first cell 55a includes a portion that is disposed lower than the entire footboard 22. The first cell 55a includes a portion that overlaps with the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0246] The first cells 55a are disposed below the upper edge 22e in the vehicle side view. The entire first cells 55a are disposed below the upper edge 22e in the vehicle side view. The first cells 55a do not overlap with the upper edge 22e in the vehicle side view.

[0247] The second cell 55b is disposed above the footboard 22. The second cell 55b includes a portion that is disposed above the footboard 22. The second cell 55b includes a portion that is disposed above the entire footboard 22. The second cell 55b includes a portion that overlaps with the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0248] The second cell 55b is disposed above the upper edge 22e in the vehicle side view. The second cell 55b includes a portion that is disposed above the upper edge 22e in the vehicle side view. The second cell 55b overlaps with the upper edge 22e in the vehicle side view.

[0249] The footboard 22 extends from a position forward of all of the electrical equipment 57 to a position rearward of all of the electrical equipment 57. The electrical equipment 57 is disposed above the footboard 22. The electrical equipment 57 is disposed above the footboard 22. All of the electrical equipment 57 is disposed above the footboard 22. The electrical equipment 57 does not overlap the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0250] The electrical equipment 57 is disposed above the upper edge 22 e in a side view of the vehicle. The entire electrical equipment 57 is disposed above the upper edge 22 e in a side view of the vehicle. The second cell 55 b does not overlap with the upper edge 22 e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0251] The footboard 22 extends from a position forward of the center of gravity G to a position rearward of the center of gravity G. In a side view of the vehicle, the center of gravity G is located at approximately the same height as the footboard 22. In a side view of the vehicle, the center of gravity G overlaps with the footboard 22.

[0252] The center of gravity G is located below the upper edge 22e in a side view of the vehicle. The center of gravity G is located below the upper edge 22e in a side view of the vehicle. The center of gravity G does not overlap with the upper edge 22e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0253] The storage box 31 is disposed forward of the rear axle 28. The rear end 31r is disposed forward of the entire rear axle 28. The storage box 31 is disposed above the rear axle 28. The lower end 31b is disposed above the entire rear axle 28. The storage box 31 does not overlap with the rear axle 28 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0254] The rear portion 32 is disposed forward of the rear axle 28. The entire rear portion 32 is disposed forward of the entire rear axle 28. The rear portion 32 is disposed higher than the rear axle 28. The lower end 32b is disposed higher than the entire rear axle 28. The rear portion 32 does not overlap with the rear axle 28 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0255] The front portion 33 is disposed forward of the rear axle 28. The entire front portion 33 is disposed forward of the entire rear axle 28. The front portion 33 is disposed higher than the rear axle 28. The lower end 33b is disposed higher than the entire rear axle 28. The front portion 33 does not overlap with the rear axle 28 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0256] The electric motor 41 is disposed forward of the rear axle 28. The entire electric motor 41 is disposed forward of the entire rear axle 28. The electric motor 41 is disposed at approximately the same height as the rear axle 28. The upper end 41t is disposed higher than the entire rear axle 28. The electric motor 41 extends from a position lower than the entire rear axle 28 to a position higher than the entire rear axle 28. The electric motor 41 does not overlap the rear axle 28 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0257] The motor body 42 is disposed forward of the rear axle 28. The entire motor body 42 is disposed forward of the entire rear axle 28. The motor body 42 is disposed at approximately the same height as the rear axle 28. The motor body 42 does not overlap with the rear axle 28 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0258] The motor shaft 43 is disposed forward of the rear axle 28. The entire motor shaft 43 is disposed forward of the entire rear axle 28. The motor shaft 43 is disposed above the rear axle 28. At least a portion of the motor shaft 43 is disposed above the entire rear axle 28. The motor shaft 43 does not overlap with the rear axle 28 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0259] The drive shaft 44 is disposed forward of the rear axle 28. The entire drive shaft 44 is disposed forward of the entire rear axle 28. The drive shaft 44 is disposed above the rear axle 28. At least a portion of the drive shaft 44 is disposed above the entire rear axle 28. The drive shaft 44 does not overlap with the rear axle 28 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0260] The drive sprocket 45 is disposed forward of the rear axle 28. The entire drive sprocket 45 is disposed forward of the entire rear axle 28. The drive sprocket 45 is disposed above the rear axle 28. At least a portion of the drive sprocket 45 is disposed above the entire rear axle 28. The drive sprocket 45 does not overlap with the rear axle 28 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0261] The battery 51 is disposed forward of the rear axle 28. The entire battery 51 is disposed forward of the entire rear axle 28. The battery 51 is disposed at approximately the same height as the rear axle 28. The battery 51 includes a portion that is disposed below the entire rear axle 28. The battery 51 includes a portion that is disposed above the entire rear axle 28. The battery 51 extends from a position lower than the entire rear axle 28 to a position higher than the entire rear axle 28. The battery 51 does not overlap the rear axle 28 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0262] The first portion 52 is disposed forward of the rear axle 28. The entire first portion 52 is disposed forward of the entire rear axle 28. The first portion 52 is disposed at approximately the same height as the rear axle 28. The upper end 52t is disposed above the entire rear axle 28. The lower end 52b is disposed below the entire rear axle 28. The first portion 52 does not overlap with the rear axle 28 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0263] The second portion 53 is positioned forward of the rear axle 28. The rear end 53r is positioned forward of the entire rear axle 28. The second portion 53 is positioned higher than the rear axle 28. At least a portion of the second portion 53 is positioned higher than the entire rear axle 28. The upper end 53t is positioned higher than the entire rear axle 28. The second portion 53 does not overlap with the rear axle 28 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0264] The first cell 55a is disposed forward of the rear axle 28. The entire first cell 55a is disposed forward of the entire rear axle 28. The first cell 55a is disposed at approximately the same height as the rear axle 28. The first cell 55a includes a portion that is disposed below the entire rear axle 28. The first cell 55a does not overlap with the rear axle 28 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0265] The second cell 55b is disposed forward of the rear axle 28. The entire second cell 55b is disposed forward of the entire rear axle 28. The second cell 55b is disposed above the rear axle 28. At least a portion of the second cell 55b is disposed above the entire rear axle 28. The second cell 55b does not overlap with the rear axle 28 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0266] The electrical equipment 57 is disposed forward of the rear axle 28. The entire electrical equipment 57 is disposed forward of the entire rear axle 28. The electrical equipment 57 is disposed above the rear axle 28. The electrical equipment 57 is disposed above the entire rear axle 28. The electrical equipment 57 does not overlap with the rear axle 28 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0267] The center of gravity G is located forward of the rear axle 28. The center of gravity G is located forward of the entire rear axle 28. The center of gravity G is located at approximately the same height as the rear axle 28. For example, the center of gravity G is located slightly above the rear axle 28. For example, the center of gravity G is located above at least a portion of the rear axle 28. The center of gravity G does not overlap with the rear axle 28 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0268] The storage box 31 is disposed forward of the rear wheel 29. A portion of the storage box 31 is disposed forward of the entire rear wheel 29. Specifically, the front end 31f is disposed forward of the front end 29f. The rear end 31r is disposed rearward of the front end 29f. The storage box 31 extends from a position forward of the front end 29f to a position rearward of the front end 29f. The rear wheel 29 includes a portion that is disposed rearward of the entire storage box 31. The rear wheel 29 extends from a position forward of the rear end 31r to a position rearward of the rear end 31r. The storage box 31 is disposed above the rear wheel 29. The storage box 31 is disposed above the rear wheel 29. At least a portion of the storage box 31 is disposed above the upper end 29t. The opening 31a of the storage box 31 is disposed above the upper end 29t. For example, the storage box 31 includes a portion that is positioned below the upper end 29t. The lower end 31b of the storage box 31 is positioned below the upper end 29t. The lower end 31b is positioned forward of the upper end 29t. The storage box 31 extends from a position higher than the upper end 29t to a position lower than the upper end 29t. The storage box 31 extends from a position higher than the upper end 29t, passes a position in front of the rear wheel 29, and extends to a position lower than the upper end 29t. The storage box 31 does not overlap the rear wheel 29 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0269] The rear portion 32 extends from a position forward of the front end 29f to a position rearward of the front end 29f. The rear portion 32 is disposed above the rear wheel 29. At least a portion of the rear portion 32 is disposed above the upper end 29t. For example, the rear portion 32 includes a portion that is disposed below the upper end 29t. The lower end 32b of the rear portion 32 is disposed below the upper end 29t. The lower end 32b is disposed forward of the upper end 29t. The rear portion 32 extends from a position higher than the upper end 29t to a position lower than the upper end 29t. The rear portion 32 extends from a position higher than the upper end 29t, passes through a position forward of the rear wheel 29, and extends to a position lower than the upper end 29t. The rear portion 32 does not overlap the rear wheel 29 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0270] The front portion 33 is disposed forward of the rear wheel 29. The entire front portion 33 is disposed forward of the front end 21f. The front portion 33 is disposed higher than the rear wheel 29. For example, the lower end 33b is disposed higher than the upper end 29t. The front portion 33 does not overlap with the rear wheel 29 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0271] The electric motor 41 is disposed forward of the rear wheels 29. The entire electric motor 41 is disposed forward of the front ends 29f. The electric motor 41 is disposed at approximately the same height as the rear wheels 29. The entire electric motor 41 is disposed below the upper ends 29t. The electric motor 41 does not overlap with the rear wheels 29 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0272] The motor body 42 is disposed forward of the rear wheel 29. The entire motor body 42 is disposed forward of the front end 29f. The motor body 42 is disposed at approximately the same height as the rear wheel 29. The entire motor body 42 is disposed below the upper end 29t. The motor body 42 does not overlap with the rear wheel 29 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0273] The motor shaft 43 is disposed forward of the rear wheel 29. The entire motor shaft 43 is disposed forward of the front end 29f. The motor shaft 43 is disposed at approximately the same height as the rear wheel 29. The entire motor shaft 43 is disposed below the upper end 29t. The motor shaft 43 does not overlap with the rear wheel 29 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0274] The drive shaft 44 is disposed forward of the rear wheels 29. The entire drive shaft 44 is disposed forward of the front ends 29f. The drive shaft 44 is disposed at approximately the same height as the rear wheels 29. The entire drive shaft 44 is disposed below the upper ends 29t. The drive shaft 44 does not overlap with the rear wheels 29 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0275] The drive sprocket 45 is disposed forward of the rear wheel 29. The entire drive sprocket 45 is disposed forward of the front end 29f. The drive sprocket 45 is disposed at approximately the same height as the rear wheel 29. The entire drive sprocket 45 is disposed below the upper end 29t. The drive sprocket 45 does not overlap with the rear wheel 29 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0276] The battery 51 is disposed forward of the rear wheel 29. The entire battery 51 is disposed forward of the front end 29f. The battery 51 is disposed at approximately the same height as the rear wheel 29. The entire battery 51 is disposed below the upper end 29t. The battery 51 does not overlap with the rear wheel 29 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0277] The first portion 52 is disposed forward of the rear wheel 29. The entire first portion 52 is disposed forward of the front end 29f. The first portion 52 is disposed at approximately the same height as the rear wheel 29. The upper end 52t is disposed lower than the upper end 29t. The first portion 52 does not overlap with the rear wheel 29 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0278] The second portion 53 is disposed forward of the rear wheel 29. The rear end 53r is disposed forward of the front end 29f. The second portion 53 is disposed at approximately the same height as the rear wheel 29. The upper end 53t is disposed lower than the upper end 29t. The second portion 53 does not overlap with the rear wheel 29 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0279] The first cell 55a is disposed forward of the rear wheel 29. The entire first cell 55a is disposed forward of the front end 29f. The first cell 55a is disposed at approximately the same height as the rear wheel 29. The entire first cell 55a is disposed below the upper end 29t. The first cell 55a does not overlap with the rear wheel 29 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0280] The second cell 55b is disposed forward of the rear wheel 29. The entire second cell 55b is disposed forward of the front end 29f. The second cell 55b is disposed at approximately the same height as the rear wheel 29. The entire second cell 55b is disposed below the upper end 29t. The second cell 55b does not overlap with the rear wheel 29 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0281] The electrical equipment 57 is disposed forward of the rear wheels 29. All of the electrical equipment 57 is disposed forward of the front ends 29f. The electrical equipment 57 is disposed at approximately the same height as the rear wheels 29. All of the electrical equipment 57 is disposed below the upper ends 29t. The electrical equipment 57 does not overlap with the rear wheels 29 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0282] The center of gravity G is located forward of the rear wheel 29. The center of gravity G is located forward of the front end 29f. The center of gravity G is located at approximately the same height as the rear wheel 29. The center of gravity G is located below the upper end 29t. The center of gravity G does not overlap with the rear wheel 29 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0283] The entire electric motor 41 is disposed rearward of the front end 31f of the storage box 31. The entire electric motor 41 is disposed forward of the rear end 31r of the storage box 31. The storage box 31 extends from a position forward of the entire electric motor 41 to a position rearward of the entire electric motor 41. The electric motor 41 is disposed below the storage box 31. The electric motor 41 is disposed below the storage box 31. At least a portion of the electric motor 41 is disposed below the lower end 31b. For example, the upper end 41t of the electric motor 41 is disposed below the lower end 31b. The electric motor 41 does not overlap with the storage box 31 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0284] The electric motor 41 is disposed below the rear portion 32. In other words, the rear portion 32 is disposed above the electric motor 41. The electric motor 41 is disposed below the rear portion 32. At least a portion of the electric motor 41 is disposed below the lower end 32b. For example, the upper end 41t is disposed below the lower end 32b. The electric motor 41 does not overlap the rear portion 32 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0285] The electric motor 41 is arranged rearward of the front portion 33. At least a portion of the electric motor 41 is arranged rearward of the entire front portion 33. For example, the entire electric motor 41 is arranged rearward of the entire front portion 33. The electric motor 41 is arranged lower than the front portion 33. At least a portion of the electric motor 41 is arranged lower than the lower end 33b. For example, the upper end 41t is arranged lower than the lower end 33b. The electric motor 41 does not overlap with the front portion 33 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0286] The entire motor body 42 is positioned rearward of the front end 31f of the storage box 31. The entire motor body 42 is positioned forward of the rear end 31r of the storage box 31. The motor body 42 is positioned below the storage box 31. The motor body 42 is positioned below the storage box 31. At least a portion of the motor body 42 is positioned below the lower end 31b. The motor body 42 does not overlap with the storage box 31 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0287] The motor body 42 is disposed below the rear portion 32. The motor body 42 is disposed lower than the rear portion 32. At least a portion of the motor body 42 is disposed lower than the lower end 32b. The motor body 42 does not overlap with the rear portion 32 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0288] The motor body 42 is disposed rearward of the front portion 33. At least a portion of the motor body 42 is disposed rearward of the entire front portion 33. The motor body 42 is disposed lower than the front portion 33. At least a portion of the motor body 42 is disposed lower than the lower end 33b. The motor body 42 does not overlap with the front portion 33 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0289] The entire motor shaft 43 is disposed rearward of the front end 31f of the storage box 31. The entire motor shaft 43 is disposed forward of the rear end 31r of the storage box 31. The motor shaft 43 is disposed below the storage box 31. The motor shaft 43 is disposed below the storage box 31. At least a portion of the motor shaft 43 is disposed below the lower end 31b. The motor shaft 43 does not overlap with the storage box 31 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0290] The motor shaft 43 is disposed below the rear portion 32. The motor shaft 43 is disposed below the rear portion 32. At least a portion of the motor shaft 43 is disposed below the lower end 32b. The motor shaft 43 does not overlap with the rear portion 32 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0291] The motor shaft 43 is disposed rearward of the front portion 33. At least a portion of the motor shaft 43 is disposed rearward of the entire front portion 33. The motor shaft 43 is disposed lower than the front portion 33. At least a portion of the motor shaft 43 is disposed lower than the lower end 33b. The motor shaft 43 does not overlap with the front portion 33 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0292] The entire drive shaft 44 is located rearward of the front end 31f. The entire drive shaft 44 is located forward of the rear end 31r. The drive shaft 44 is located below the storage box 31. The drive shaft 44 is located below the storage box 31. At least a portion of the drive shaft 44 is located below the lower end 31b. The drive shaft 44 does not overlap with the storage box 31 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0293] The drive shaft 44 is disposed below the rear portion 32. The drive shaft 44 is disposed lower than the rear portion 32. At least a portion of the drive shaft 44 is disposed lower than the lower end 32b. The drive shaft 44 does not overlap with the rear portion 32 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0294] The drive shaft 44 is disposed rearward of the front portion 33. At least a portion of the drive shaft 44 is disposed rearward of the entire front portion 33. The drive shaft 44 is disposed below the front portion 33. At least a portion of the drive shaft 44 is disposed below the lower end 33b. The drive shaft 44 does not overlap with the front portion 33 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0295] The entire drive sprocket 45 is positioned rearward of the front end 31f. The entire drive sprocket 45 is positioned forward of the rear end 31r. The drive sprocket 45 is positioned below the storage box 31. The drive sprocket 45 is positioned below the storage box 31. At least a portion of the drive sprocket 45 is positioned below the lower end 31b. The drive sprocket 45 does not overlap with the storage box 31 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0296] The drive sprocket 45 is disposed below the rear portion 32. The drive sprocket 45 is disposed lower than the rear portion 32. At least a portion of the drive sprocket 45 is disposed lower than the lower end 32b. The drive sprocket 45 does not overlap with the rear portion 32 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0297] The drive sprocket 45 is disposed rearward of the front portion 33. At least a portion of the drive sprocket 45 is disposed rearward of the entire front portion 33. The drive sprocket 45 is disposed lower than the front portion 33. At least a portion of the drive sprocket 45 is disposed lower than the lower end 33b. The drive sprocket 45 does not overlap with the front portion 33 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0298] The battery 51 is disposed outside the storage box 31. The battery 51 is not disposed inside the storage box 31. The battery 51 does not have a portion that is disposed inside the storage box 31. The battery 51 is not stored in the storage box 31. The battery 51 does not overlap with the storage box 31 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0299] The battery 51 is arranged forward of the storage box 31. At least a portion of the battery 51 is arranged forward of the front end 31f. For example, the battery 51 includes a portion that is arranged rearward of the front end 31f. The battery 51 extends from a position forward of the front end 31f to a position rearward of the front end 31f. The entire battery 51 is arranged forward of the rear end 31r. The rear end 31r is arranged rearward of the entire battery 51. The storage box 31 extends to a position rearward of the entire battery 51. The battery 51 is arranged below the storage box 31. The battery 51 is arranged below the storage box 31. The battery 51 includes a portion that is arranged below the lower end 31b. The battery 51 includes a portion that is arranged above the lower end 31b. The battery 51 extends from a position lower than the lower end 31b to a position higher than the lower end 31b.

[0300] The battery 51 is disposed forward of the rear portion 32. At least a portion of the battery 51 is disposed forward of the entire rear portion 32. For example, the entire battery 51 is disposed forward of the entire rear portion 32. The battery 51 includes a portion that is disposed below the lower end 32b. The battery 51 includes a portion that is disposed above the lower end 32b. The battery 51 extends from a position lower than the lower end 32b to a position higher than the lower end 32b. The battery 51 does not overlap the rear portion 32 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0301] At least a portion of the battery 51 is arranged forward of the front portion 33. The battery 51 includes a portion that is arranged forward of the entire front portion 33. The battery 51 includes a portion that is arranged below the front portion 33. The battery 51 is arranged below the front portion 33. The entire battery 51 is arranged below the lower end 33b. The battery 51 does not overlap with the front portion 33 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0302] At least a portion of the first portion 52 is disposed forward of the front end 31f. The front end 52f is disposed forward of the front end 31f. For example, the first portion 52 includes a portion that is disposed rearward of the front end 31f. The first portion 52 extends from a position forward of the front end 31f to a position rearward of the front end 31f. The entire first portion 52 is disposed forward of the rear end 31r. The first portion 52 is disposed below the storage box 31. The first portion 52 is disposed below the storage box 31. At least a portion of the first portion 52 is disposed below the lower end 31b. For example, the upper end 52t is disposed below the lower end 31b. The first portion 52 does not overlap with the storage box 31 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0303] The first portion 52 is positioned forward of the rear portion 32. At least a portion of the first portion 52 is positioned forward of the entire rear portion 32. For example, the entire first portion 52 is positioned forward of the entire rear portion 32. The first portion 52 is positioned below the rear portion 32. The upper end 52t is positioned below the lower end 32b. The first portion 52 does not overlap with the rear portion 32 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0304] At least a portion of the first portion 52 is positioned forward of the front portion 33. The first portion 52 includes a portion that is positioned forward of the entire front portion 33. The front end 52f is positioned forward of the entire front portion 33. The first portion 52 includes a portion that is positioned below the front portion 33. The first portion 52 is positioned below the front portion 33. The upper end 52t is positioned below the lower end 33b. The first portion 52 does not overlap with the front portion 33 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0305] The entire second portion 53 is disposed forward of the rear end 31r. The rear end 53r is disposed forward of the rear end 31r. At least a portion of the second portion 53 is disposed rearward of the front end 31f. The rear end 53r is disposed rearward of the front end 31f. For example, the front end 53f is disposed rearward of the front end 31f. The second portion 53 is disposed below the storage box 31. The second portion 53 is disposed below the storage box 31. More specifically, the second portion 53 includes a portion that is disposed below the lower end 31b. The second portion 53 includes a portion that is disposed above the lower end 31b. The upper end 53t is disposed above the lower end 31b. The upper end 53t is disposed forward of the lower end 31b. The second portion 53 extends from a position lower than the lower end 31b to a position higher than the lower end 31b. The second portion 53 extends from a position lower than the lower end 31b, passes through a position forward of the rear end 31r, and reaches a position higher than the lower end 31b. The second portion 53 does not overlap with the storage box 31 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0306] The second portion 53 is disposed forward of the rear portion 32. At least a portion of the second portion 53 is disposed forward of the entire rear portion 32. The front end 53f is disposed forward of the entire rear portion 32. For example, the rear end 53r is disposed forward of the entire rear portion 32. The second portion 53 is disposed below the rear portion 32. More specifically, the second portion 53 includes a portion that is disposed below the lower end 32b. The second portion 53 includes a portion that is disposed above the lower end 32b. The upper end 53t is disposed above the lower end 32b. The upper end 53t is disposed forward of the lower end 32b. The second portion 53 extends from a position lower than the lower end 32b to a position higher than the lower end 32b. The second portion 53 extends from a position lower than the lower end 32b, passes through a position forward of the rear portion 32, and extends to a position higher than the lower end 32b. The second portion 53 does not overlap with the rear portion 32 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0307] The second portion 53 is disposed below the front portion 33. The second portion 53 is disposed lower than the front portion 33. The upper end 53t is disposed lower than the lower end 33b. The second portion 53 does not overlap with the front portion 33 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0308] The storage box 31 extends from a position lower than the upper end 53t to a position higher than the upper end 53t. The storage box 31 extends from a position lower than the upper end 53t, passes through a position rearward of the second portion 53, and extends to a position higher than the upper end 53t. The storage box 31 extends from a position rearward of the second portion 53 to a position above the second portion 53.

[0309] Specifically, the rear portion 32 is disposed rearward of the second portion 53. The rear portion 32 is disposed rearward of the second portion 53. For example, the entire rear portion 32 is disposed rearward of the rear end 53r. At least a portion of the rear portion 32 is disposed lower than the upper end 53t. The rear portion 32 includes a portion that is disposed lower than the upper end 53t. The lower end 32b is disposed lower than the upper end 53t. The lower end 32b is disposed rearward of the upper end 53t. The rear portion 32 includes a portion that is disposed higher than the upper end 53t. The rear portion 32 extends from a position lower than the upper end 53t to a position higher than the upper end 53t. The rear portion 32 extends from a position lower than the upper end 53t, passes through a position rearward of the second portion 53, and extends to a position higher than the upper end 53t. The front portion 33 is disposed above the second portion 53. The lower end 33b is disposed higher than the upper end 53t. The front portion 33 extends from a position rearward of the second portion 53 to a position above the second portion 53. The front portion 33 passes through a position above the second portion 53, and extends from a position rearward of the rear end 53r to a position forward of the front end 53f.

[0310] At least a portion of the first cell 55a is positioned forward of the front end 31f. The first cell 55a includes a portion that is positioned forward of the front end 31f. For example, the first cell 55a includes a portion that is positioned rearward of the front end 31f. The first cell 55a extends from a position forward of the front end 31f to a position rearward of the front end 31f. The entire first cell 55a is positioned forward of the rear end 31r. The first cell 55a is positioned below the storage box 31. The first cell 55a is positioned below the storage box 31. At least a portion of the first cell 55a is positioned below the lower end 31b. For example, the entire first cell 55a is positioned below the lower end 31b. The first cell 55a does not overlap with the storage box 31 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0311] The first cell 55a is disposed forward of the rear portion 32. For example, the entire first cell 55a is disposed forward of the entire rear portion 32. The first cell 55a is disposed below the rear portion 32. At least a portion of the first cell 55a is disposed below the lower end 32b. The first cell 55a does not overlap with the rear portion 32 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0312] At least a portion of the first cell 55a is positioned forward of the front portion 33. The first cell 55a includes a portion that is positioned forward of the entire front portion 33. The first cell 55a includes a portion that is positioned below the front portion 33. The first cell 55a is positioned below the front portion 33. The entire first cell 55a is positioned below the lower end 33b. The first cell 55a does not overlap with the front portion 33 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0313] The entire second cell 55b is positioned forward of the rear end 31r. At least a portion of the second cell 55b is positioned rearward of the front end 31f. For example, the entire second cell 55b is positioned rearward of the front end 31f. The second cell 55b is positioned below the storage box 31. The second cell 55b is positioned below the storage box 31. More specifically, the second cell 55b includes a portion that is positioned below the lower end 31b. The second cell 55b includes a portion that is positioned above the lower end 31b. The second cell 55b extends from a position lower than the lower end 31b to a position higher than the lower end 31b. The second cell 55b does not overlap with the storage box 31 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0314] The second cell 55b is disposed forward of the rear portion 32. At least a portion of the second cell 55b is disposed forward of the entire rear portion 32. For example, the entire second cell 55b is disposed forward of the entire rear portion 32. The second cell 55b is disposed below the rear portion 32. More specifically, the second cell 55b includes a portion that is disposed below the lower end 32b. The second cell 55b includes a portion that is disposed above the lower end 32b. The second cell 55b extends from a position lower than the lower end 32b to a position higher than the lower end 32b. The second cell 55b extends from a position lower than the lower end 32b, passes through a position forward of the rear portion 32, and extends to a position higher than the lower end 32b. The second cell 55b does not overlap with the rear portion 32 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0315] The second cell 55b is disposed below the front portion 33. The second cell 55b is disposed below the front portion 33. The entire second cell 55b is disposed below the lower end 33b. The second cell 55b does not overlap with the front portion 33 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0316] At least a portion of the electrical equipment 57 is arranged rearward of the front end 31f. For example, all of the electrical equipment 57 is arranged rearward of the front end 31f. At least a portion of the electrical equipment 57 is arranged forward of the rear end 31r. For example, all of the electrical equipment 57 is arranged forward of the rear end 31r. The electrical equipment 57 is arranged below the storage box 31. At least a portion of the electrical equipment 57 is arranged above the lower end 31b. For example, all of the electrical equipment 57 is arranged above the lower end 31b. The electrical equipment 57 does not overlap with the storage box 31 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0317] The electrical equipment 57 is disposed in front of the rear portion 32. The electrical equipment 57 is disposed forward of the rear portion 32. For example, all of the electrical equipment 57 is disposed forward of the entire rear portion 32. At least some of the electrical equipment 57 is disposed above the lower end 32b. For example, all of the electrical equipment 57 is disposed above the lower end 32b. The electrical equipment 57 does not overlap the rear portion 32 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0318] The electrical equipment 57 is disposed below the front portion 33. The electrical equipment 57 is disposed lower than the front portion 33. At least a portion of the electrical equipment 57 is disposed lower than the lower end 33b. For example, the entire electrical equipment 57 is disposed lower than the lower end 33b. The electrical equipment 57 does not overlap the front portion 33 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0319] The center of gravity G is located rearward of the front end 31f. The center of gravity G is located forward of the rear end 31r. The center of gravity G is located below the storage box 31. The center of gravity G is located below the storage box 31. The center of gravity G is located below the bottom end 31b.

[0320] The center of gravity G is located forward of the rear portion 32. For example, the center of gravity G is located forward of the entire rear portion 32. The center of gravity G is located below the rear portion 32. The center of gravity G is located below the lower end 32b.

[0321] The center of gravity G is located below the front portion 33. The center of gravity G is located below the front portion 33. The center of gravity G is located below the lower end 33b.

[0322] The battery 51 is disposed forward of the electric motor 41. For example, the entire battery 51 is disposed forward of the entire electric motor 41. The battery 51 is disposed at approximately the same height as the electric motor 41. The battery 51 includes a portion that is disposed below the upper end 41t. The battery 51 includes a portion that is disposed above the upper end 41t. The battery 51 extends from a position lower than the upper end 41t to a position higher than the upper end 41t. The battery 51 does not overlap with the electric motor 41 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0323] The battery 51 is disposed forward of the motor body 42. For example, the entire battery 51 is disposed forward of the entire motor body 42. The battery 51 is disposed at approximately the same height as the motor body 42. The battery 51 does not overlap with the motor body 42 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0324] The battery 51 is disposed forward of the motor shaft 43. For example, the entire battery 51 is disposed forward of the entire motor shaft 43. The battery 51 is disposed at approximately the same height as the motor shaft 43. The battery 51 includes a portion that is disposed below the entire motor shaft 43. The battery 51 includes a portion that is disposed above the entire motor shaft 43. The battery 51 extends from a position lower than the entire motor shaft 43 to a position higher than the entire motor shaft 43. The battery 51 does not overlap with the motor shaft 43 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0325] The battery 51 is disposed forward of the drive shaft 44. For example, the entire battery 51 is disposed forward of the entire drive shaft 44. The battery 51 is disposed at approximately the same height as the drive shaft 44. The battery 51 does not overlap with the drive shaft 44 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0326] The battery 51 is disposed forward of the drive sprocket 45. For example, the entire battery 51 is disposed forward of the entire drive sprocket 45. The battery 51 is disposed at approximately the same height as the drive sprocket 45. The battery 51 does not overlap with the drive sprocket 45 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0327] The first portion 52 is disposed forward of the electric motor 41. For example, the entire first portion 52 is disposed forward of the entire electric motor 41. The first portion 52 is disposed at approximately the same height as the electric motor 41. At least a portion of the first portion 52 is disposed below the upper end 41t. For example, the upper end 52t is disposed below the upper end 41t. The first portion 52 does not overlap with the electric motor 41 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0328] The first portion 52 is disposed forward of the motor body 42. For example, the entire first portion 52 is disposed forward of the entire motor body 42. The first portion 52 is disposed at approximately the same height as the motor body 42. The first portion 52 does not overlap with the motor body 42 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0329] The first portion 52 is disposed forward of the motor shaft 43. For example, the entire first portion 52 is disposed forward of the entire motor shaft 43. The first portion 52 is disposed below the motor shaft 43. At least a portion of the first portion 52 is disposed below the entire motor shaft 43. The lower end 52b of the first portion 52 is disposed below the entire motor shaft 43. The upper end 52t of the first portion 52 is disposed at approximately the same height as the motor shaft 43. The upper end 52t is disposed below at least a portion of the motor shaft 43. The first portion 52 does not overlap with the motor shaft 43 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0330] The first portion 52 is disposed forward of the drive shaft 44. For example, the entire first portion 52 is disposed forward of the entire drive shaft 44. The first portion 52 is disposed below the drive shaft 44. At least a portion of the first portion 52 is disposed below the entire drive shaft 44. The first portion 52 does not overlap with the drive shaft 44 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0331] The first portion 52 is disposed forward of the drive sprocket 45. For example, the entire first portion 52 is disposed forward of the entire drive sprocket 45. The first portion 52 is disposed below the drive sprocket 45. At least a part of the first portion 52 is disposed below the entire drive sprocket 45. The first portion 52 does not overlap with the drive sprocket 45 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0332] The second portion 53 is disposed forward of the electric motor 41. The second portion 53 is disposed forward of the electric motor 41. For example, the rear end 53r is disposed forward of the entire electric motor 41. The second portion 53 is disposed at approximately the same height as the electric motor 41. The second portion 53 includes a portion that is disposed below the upper end 41t. The second portion 53 includes a portion that is disposed above the electric motor 41. The second portion 53 includes a portion that is disposed above the upper end 41t. The upper end 53t is disposed above the electric motor 41. The upper end 53t is disposed above the upper end 41t. The second portion 53 extends from a position lower than the upper end 41t to a position higher than the upper end 41t. The second portion 53 does not overlap with the electric motor 41 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0333] The second portion 53 is positioned in front of the motor body 42. The second portion 53 is positioned further forward than the motor body 42. For example, the entire second portion 53 is positioned further forward than the entire motor body 42. The second portion 53 is positioned at approximately the same height as the motor body 42. The second portion 53 includes a portion that is positioned higher than the entire motor body 42. The upper end 53t is positioned higher than the entire motor body 42. The second portion 53 does not overlap with the motor body 42 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0334] The second portion 53 is disposed in front of the motor shaft 43. The second portion 53 is disposed further forward than the motor shaft 43. For example, the entire second portion 53 is disposed further forward than the entire motor shaft 43. The second portion 53 is disposed higher than the motor shaft 43. The second portion 53 includes a portion that is disposed higher than the entire motor shaft 43. The upper end 53t is disposed higher than the entire motor shaft 43. The second portion 53 does not overlap with the motor shaft 43 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0335] The second portion 53 is disposed forward of the drive shaft 44. For example, the rear end 53r is disposed forward of the entire drive shaft 44. The second portion 53 is disposed at approximately the same height as the drive shaft 44. The second portion 53 includes a portion that is disposed above the entire drive shaft 44. The upper end 53t is disposed above the entire drive shaft 44. The second portion 53 does not overlap with the drive shaft 44 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0336] The second portion 53 is positioned forward of the drive sprocket 45. For example, the rear end 53r is positioned forward of the entire drive sprocket 45. The second portion 53 is positioned at approximately the same height as the drive sprocket 45. The second portion 53 includes a portion that is positioned above the entire drive sprocket 45. The upper end 53t is positioned above the entire drive sprocket 45. The second portion 53 does not overlap with the drive sprocket 45 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0337] The first cell 55a is disposed forward of the electric motor 41. For example, the entire first cell 55a is disposed forward of the entire electric motor 41. The first cell 55a is disposed at approximately the same height as the electric motor 41. At least a portion of the first cell 55a is disposed below the upper end 41t. For example, the entire first cell 55a is disposed below the upper end 41t. The first cell 55a does not overlap with the electric motor 41 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0338] The first cell 55a is disposed forward of the motor body 42. For example, the entire first cell 55a is disposed forward of the entire motor body 42. The first cell 55a is disposed at approximately the same height as the motor body 42. The first cell 55a does not overlap with the motor body 42 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0339] The first cell 55a is disposed forward of the motor shaft 43. For example, the entire first cell 55a is disposed forward of the entire motor shaft 43. The first cell 55a is disposed below the motor shaft 43. At least a part of the first portion 52 is disposed below the entire motor shaft 43. The first cell 55a does not overlap with the motor shaft 43 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0340] The first cell 55a is disposed forward of the drive shaft 44. For example, the entire first cell 55a is disposed forward of the entire drive shaft 44. The first cell 55a is disposed below the drive shaft 44. At least a portion of the first cell 55a is disposed below the entire drive shaft 44. The first cell 55a does not overlap with the drive shaft 44 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0341] The first cells 55a are disposed forward of the drive sprocket 45. For example, all of the first cells 55a are disposed forward of the entire drive sprocket 45. The first cells 55a are disposed below the drive sprocket 45. At least a portion of the first cells 55a are disposed below the entire drive sprocket 45. The first cells 55a do not overlap with the drive sprocket 45 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0342] The second cell 55b is disposed in front of the electric motor 41. The second cell 55b is disposed further forward than the electric motor 41. For example, the entire second cell 55b is disposed further forward than the entire electric motor 41. The second cell 55b is disposed at approximately the same height as the electric motor 41. The second cell 55b includes a portion that is disposed above the upper end 41t. The second cell 55b does not overlap with the electric motor 41 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0343] The second cell 55b is disposed in front of the motor body 42. The second cell 55b is disposed further forward than the motor body 42. For example, the entire second cell 55b is disposed further forward than the entire motor body 42. The second cell 55b is disposed at approximately the same height as the motor body 42. The second cell 55b includes a portion that is disposed higher than the entire motor body 42. The second cell 55b does not overlap with the motor body 42 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0344] The second cell 55b is disposed in front of the motor shaft 43. The second cell 55b is disposed further forward than the motor shaft 43. For example, the entire second cell 55b is disposed further forward than the entire motor shaft 43. The second cell 55b is disposed at approximately the same height as the motor shaft 43. The second cell 55b includes a portion that is disposed higher than the entire motor shaft 43. The second cell 55b does not overlap with the motor shaft 43 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0345] The second cell 55b is disposed forward of the drive shaft 44. For example, the entire second cell 55b is disposed forward of the entire drive shaft 44. The second cell 55b is disposed at approximately the same height as the drive shaft 44. The second cell 55b includes a portion that is disposed above the entire drive shaft 44. The second portion 53 does not overlap with the drive shaft 44 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0346] The second cells 55b are disposed forward of the drive sprocket 45. For example, the entire second cells 55b are disposed forward of the entire drive sprocket 45. The second cells 55b are disposed at approximately the same height as the drive sprocket 45. The second cells 55b include a portion that is disposed above the entire drive sprocket 45. The second portion 53 does not overlap with the drive sprocket 45 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0347] The electrical components 57 are disposed forward of the electric motor 41. For example, all of the electrical components 57 are disposed forward of all of the electric motor 41. The electrical components 57 are disposed higher than the electric motor 41. At least some of the electrical components 57 are disposed higher than the upper end 41t. For example, all of the electrical components 57 are disposed higher than the upper end 41t. The electrical components 57 do not overlap with the electric motor 41 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0348] The electrical components 57 are disposed forward of the motor body 42. For example, all of the electrical components 57 are disposed forward of the entire motor body 42. The electrical components 57 are disposed above the motor body 42. For example, all of the electrical components 57 are disposed above the entire motor body 42. The electrical components 57 do not overlap with the motor body 42 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0349] The electrical components 57 are disposed forward of the motor shaft 43. For example, all of the electrical components 57 are disposed forward of the entire motor shaft 43. The electrical components 57 are disposed above the motor shaft 43. For example, all of the electrical components 57 are disposed above the entire motor shaft 43. The electrical components 57 do not overlap with the motor shaft 43 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0350] The electrical equipment 57 is disposed forward of the drive shaft 44. For example, all of the electrical equipment 57 is disposed forward of the entire drive shaft 44. The electrical equipment 57 is disposed above the drive shaft 44. For example, all of the electrical equipment 57 is disposed above the entire drive shaft 44. The electrical equipment 57 does not overlap with the drive shaft 44 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0351] The electrical components 57 are disposed forward of the drive sprocket 45. For example, all of the electrical components 57 are disposed forward of all of the drive sprocket 45. The electrical components 57 are disposed above the drive sprocket 45. For example, all of the electrical components 57 are disposed above all of the drive sprocket 45. The electrical components 57 do not overlap with the drive sprocket 45 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0352] The center of gravity G is located forward of the electric motor 41. The center of gravity G is located forward of the electric motor 41. For example, the center of gravity G is located forward of the entire electric motor 41. The center of gravity G is located at approximately the same height as the electric motor 41. The center of gravity G does not overlap with the electric motor 41 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0353] The center of gravity G is located forward of the motor body 42. The center of gravity G is located forward of the motor body 42. The center of gravity G is located forward of the entire motor body 42. The center of gravity G is located at approximately the same height as the motor body 42. The center of gravity G does not overlap with the motor body 42 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0354] The center of gravity G is located forward of the motor shaft 43. The center of gravity G is located forward of the motor shaft 43. The center of gravity G is located forward of the entire motor shaft 43. The center of gravity G is located below the motor shaft 43. The center of gravity G is located below at least a portion of the motor shaft 43. For example, the center of gravity G is located below the entire motor shaft 43. The center of gravity G does not overlap with the motor shaft 43 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0355] The center of gravity G is located forward of the drive shaft 44. For example, the center of gravity G is located forward of the entire drive shaft 44. The center of gravity G is located below the drive shaft 44. The center of gravity G is located below at least a portion of the drive shaft 44. For example, the center of gravity G is located below the entire drive shaft 44. The center of gravity G does not overlap with the drive shaft 44 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0356] The center of gravity G is located forward of the drive sprocket 45. For example, the center of gravity G is located forward of the entire drive sprocket 45. The center of gravity G is located at approximately the same height as the drive sprocket 45. The center of gravity G does not overlap with the drive sprocket 45 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0357] 3, the seat 21 overlaps with the vehicle body frame 11 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the seat 21 overlaps with the lower frame 14 in a plan view of the vehicle. The seat 21 overlaps with the seat frame 15 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0358] In a plan view of the vehicle, the rear axle 28 does not overlap the body frame 11. The rear axle 28 is disposed to the left of the right seat frame 15R and to the right of the left seat frame 15L.

[0359] In a plan view of the vehicle, the rear wheel 29 does not overlap the body frame 11. The rear wheel 29 is disposed to the left of the right seat frame 15R and to the right of the left seat frame 15L.

[0360] The footboard 22 overlaps with the vehicle body frame 11 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the footboard 22 overlaps with the right lower frame 14R in a plan view of the vehicle. The footboard 22 overlaps with the left lower frame 14L in a plan view of the vehicle. The footboard 22 extends from the right lower frame 14R to the left lower frame 14L.

[0361] For example, the right portion 23 is disposed to the right of the down frame 13. The right portion 23 overlaps with the right lower frame 14R in a plan view of the vehicle. The left portion 24 is disposed to the left of the down frame 13. The left portion 24 overlaps with the left lower frame 14L in a plan view of the vehicle. The central portion 25 is disposed rearward of the down frame 13. The central portion 25 is disposed to the left of the right lower frame 14R and to the right of the left lower frame 14L. The central portion 25 does not substantially overlap with the body frame 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0362] 4, the right portion 23 is disposed above the right lower frame 14R, and the left portion 24 is disposed above the left lower frame 14L.

[0363] 3 , the storage box 31 is disposed to the left of the right seat frame 15R and to the right of the left seat frame 15L. For example, the storage box 31 does not include a portion that overlaps with the body frame 11 in a plan view of the vehicle. Alternatively, the storage box 31 may include a portion that overlaps with the body frame 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0364] The rear portion 32 is disposed to the left of the right seat frame 15R and to the right of the left seat frame 15L. For example, the rear portion 32 does not overlap with the body frame 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0365] The front portion 33 is disposed to the left of the right seat frame 15R and to the right of the left seat frame 15L. For example, the front portion 33 does not overlap with the body frame 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0366] The electric motor 41 is disposed to the left of the right seat frame 15R and to the right of the left seat frame 15L. For example, the electric motor 41 does not overlap the body frame 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0367] The motor body 42 is disposed to the left of the right seat frame 15R and to the right of the left seat frame 15L. For example, the motor body 42 does not overlap with the body frame 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0368] The motor shaft 43 is disposed to the left of the right seat frame 15R and to the right of the left seat frame 15L. For example, the motor shaft 43 does not overlap with the body frame 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0369] The drive shaft 44 is disposed to the left of the right seat frame 15R and to the right of the left seat frame 15L. For example, the drive shaft 44 does not overlap with the body frame 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0370] The drive sprocket 45 is disposed to the left of the right seat frame 15R and to the right of the left seat frame 15L. For example, the drive sprocket 45 does not overlap with the body frame 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0371] The battery 51 is disposed rearward of the down frame 13. The battery 51 is disposed to the left of the right lower frame 14R and to the right of the left lower frame 14L. For example, the battery 51 does not include a portion that overlaps with the body frame 11 in a plan view of the vehicle. Alternatively, the battery 51 may include a portion that overlaps with the body frame 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0372] The first portion 52 is disposed rearward of the down frame 13. The first portion 52 is disposed to the left of the right lower frame 14R and to the right of the left lower frame 14L. For example, the first portion 52 does not overlap with the body frame 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0373] The second portion 53 is disposed to the left of the right lower frame 14R and to the right of the left lower frame 14L. For example, the second portion 53 does not overlap with the body frame 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0374] The first cell 55a is disposed to the left of the right lower frame 14R and to the right of the left lower frame 14L. For example, the first cell 55a does not overlap with the body frame 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0375] The second cell 55b is disposed to the left of the right lower frame 14R and to the right of the left lower frame 14L. For example, the second cell 55b does not overlap with the body frame 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0376] The electrical equipment 57 is disposed to the left of the right lower frame 14R and to the right of the left lower frame 14L. For example, the electrical equipment 57 does not overlap the body frame 11 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0377] The footboard 22 overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0378] The right portion 23 overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle. The center portion 25 overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle. The left portion 24 overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0379] The rear axle 28 does not overlap the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0380] The rear wheel 29 overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0381] The storage box 31 overlaps the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle. The entire storage box 31 overlaps the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0382] The rear portion 32 overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle. The entire rear portion 32 overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0383] The front portion 33 overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle. The entire front portion 33 overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0384] The electric motor 41 overlaps the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle. The entire electric motor 41 overlaps the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0385] The motor main body 42 overlaps the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle. The entire motor main body 42 overlaps the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0386] The motor shaft 43 overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle. The entire motor shaft 43 overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0387] The drive shaft 44 overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle. The entire drive shaft 44 overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0388] The drive sprocket 45 overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle. The entire drive sprocket 45 overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0389] The battery 51 overlaps the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0390] The first portion 52 overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 includes a portion that overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 includes a portion that does not overlap with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0391] The second portion 53 overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a portion of the second portion 53 overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire second portion 53 overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0392] The first cell 55a overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle. The first cell 55a includes a portion that overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle. The first cell 55a includes a portion that does not overlap with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0393] In a plan view of the vehicle, the second cell 55b overlaps with the seat 21. The entire second cell 55b overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0394] In a plan view of the vehicle, the electrical equipment 57 overlaps with the seat 21. The entire electrical equipment 57 overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0395] The rear axle 28 is disposed to the left of the right portion 23 and to the right of the left portion 24. The rear axle 28 does not overlap with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0396] The rear wheel 29 is disposed to the left of the right portion 23 and to the right of the left portion 24. The rear wheel 29 does not overlap with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0397] The storage box 31 is disposed to the left of the right section 23 and to the right of the left section 24. The storage box 31 is disposed rearward of the central section 25. For example, the storage box 31 includes a portion that overlaps with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle. Alternatively, the storage box 31 does not need to include a portion that overlaps with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0398] The rear portion 32 is disposed to the left of the right portion 23 and to the right of the left portion 24. The rear portion 32 is disposed rearward of the rear end 23r of the right portion 23. The rear portion 32 is disposed rearward of the rear end 24r of the left portion 24. For example, the rear portion 32 does not overlap with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0399] The front portion 33 is disposed to the left of the right portion 23 and to the right of the left portion 24. The front portion 33 is disposed rearward of the center portion 25. The front portion 33 is disposed forward of the rear end 23r of the right portion 23. The front portion 33 is disposed forward of the rear end 24r of the left portion 24. For example, the front portion 33 does not overlap with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0400] The electric motor 41 is disposed to the left of the right portion 23 and to the right of the left portion 24. The electric motor 41 does not overlap with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0401] The motor main body 42 is disposed to the left of the right portion 23 and to the right of the left portion 24. The motor main body 42 does not overlap with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0402] The motor shaft 43 is disposed to the left of the right portion 23 and to the right of the left portion 24. The motor shaft 43 does not overlap with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0403] The drive shaft 44 is disposed to the left of the right portion 23 and to the right of the left portion 24. The drive shaft 44 does not overlap with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0404] The drive sprocket 45 is disposed to the left of the right portion 23 and to the right of the left portion 24. The drive sprocket 45 does not overlap with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0405] In a plan view of the vehicle, the battery 51 overlaps the footboard 22. The battery 51 is disposed to the left of the right portion 23 and to the right of the left portion 24. The battery 51 overlaps the center portion 25 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0406] The first portion 52 overlaps with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle. At least a portion of the first portion 52 overlaps with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire first portion 52 overlaps with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 is disposed to the left of the right portion 23 and to the right of the left portion 24. The first portion 52 includes a portion that overlaps with the center portion 25 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0407] The second portion 53 is disposed to the left of the right portion 23 and to the right of the left portion 24. The second portion 53 is disposed rearward of the central portion 25. At least a portion of the second portion 53 is disposed forward of the rear end 23r. For example, the rear end 53r is disposed forward of the rear end 23r. At least a portion of the second portion 53 is disposed forward of the rear end 24r. For example, the rear end 53r is disposed forward of the rear end 24r. The second portion 53 does not overlap with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0408] The first cell 55a overlaps with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle. The first cell 55a is disposed to the left of the right portion 23 and to the right of the left portion 24. The first cell 55a includes a portion that overlaps with the center portion 25 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0409] The second cell 55b is disposed to the left of the right portion 23 and to the right of the left portion 24. The second cell 55b is disposed rearward of the central portion 25. At least a portion of the second cell 55b is disposed forward of the rear end 23r. For example, the entirety of the second cell 55b is disposed forward of the rear end 23r. At least a portion of the second cell 55b is disposed forward of the rear end 24r. For example, the entirety of the second cell 55b is disposed forward of the rear end 24r. The second cell 55b does not overlap with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0410] The electrical equipment 57 is disposed to the left of the right section 23 and to the right of the left section 24. The electrical equipment 57 is disposed rearward of the central section 25. At least a portion of the electrical equipment 57 is disposed forward of the rear end 23r. For example, all of the electrical equipment 57 is disposed forward of the rear end 23r. At least a portion of the electrical equipment 57 is disposed forward of the rear end 24r. For example, all of the electrical equipment 57 is disposed forward of the rear end 24r. The electrical equipment 57 does not overlap with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0411] 4, the first portion 52 is disposed below the footboard 22. For example, the first portion 52 is disposed below the central portion 25.

[0412] The first cell 55a is disposed below the footboard 22. For example, the first cell 55a is disposed below the central portion 25.

[0413] 3 , the storage box 31 does not overlap the rear axle 28 in a plan view of the vehicle. The rear portion 32 does not overlap the rear axle 28 in a plan view of the vehicle. The front portion 33 does not overlap the rear axle 28 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0414] In a plan view of the vehicle, the electric motor 41 does not overlap the rear axle 28. In a plan view of the vehicle, the motor body 42 does not overlap the rear axle 28. In a plan view of the vehicle, the motor shaft 43 does not overlap the rear axle 28.

[0415] The drive shaft 44 does not overlap the rear axle 28 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0416] The drive sprocket 45 does not overlap the rear axle 28 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0417] The battery 51 does not overlap the rear axle 28 in a plan view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 does not overlap the rear axle 28 in a plan view of the vehicle. The second portion 53 does not overlap the rear axle 28 in a plan view of the vehicle. The first cell 55a does not overlap the rear axle 28 in a plan view of the vehicle. The second cell 55b does not overlap the rear axle 28 in a plan view of the vehicle. The electrical equipment 57 does not overlap the rear axle 28 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0418] The storage box 31 overlaps the rear wheel 29 in a plan view of the vehicle. The rear portion 32 overlaps the rear wheel 29 in a plan view of the vehicle. The front portion 33 does not overlap the rear wheel 29 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0419] In a plan view of the vehicle, the electric motor 41 does not overlap the rear wheels 29. In a plan view of the vehicle, the motor body 42 does not overlap the rear wheels 29. In a plan view of the vehicle, the motor shaft 43 does not overlap the rear wheels 29.

[0420] The drive shaft 44 does not overlap the rear wheels 29 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0421] The drive sprocket 45 does not overlap the rear wheel 29 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0422] The battery 51 does not overlap the rear wheel 29 in a plan view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 does not overlap the rear wheel 29 in a plan view of the vehicle. The second portion 53 does not overlap the rear wheel 29 in a plan view of the vehicle. The first cell 55a does not overlap the rear wheel 29 in a plan view of the vehicle. The second cell 55b does not overlap the rear wheel 29 in a plan view of the vehicle. The electrical equipment 57 does not overlap the rear wheel 29 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0423] In a plan view of the vehicle, the electric motor 41 overlaps with the storage box 31. For example, the entire electric motor 41 overlaps with the storage box 31 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0424] The electric motor 41 overlaps the rear portion 32 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire electric motor 41 overlaps the rear portion 32 in a plan view of the vehicle. The electric motor 41 does not overlap the front portion 33 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0425] In a plan view of the vehicle, the motor main body 42 overlaps with the storage box 31. For example, the entire motor main body 42 overlaps with the storage box 31 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0426] The motor main body 42 overlaps with the rear portion 32 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire motor main body 42 overlaps with the rear portion 32 in a plan view of the vehicle. The motor main body 42 does not overlap with the front portion 33 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0427] In a plan view of the vehicle, the motor shaft 43 overlaps with the storage box 31. For example, the entire motor shaft 43 overlaps with the storage box 31 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0428] The motor shaft 43 overlaps with the rear portion 32 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire motor shaft 43 overlaps with the rear portion 32 in a plan view of the vehicle. The motor shaft 43 does not overlap with the front portion 33 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0429] In a plan view of the vehicle, the drive shaft 44 overlaps with the storage box 31. For example, the entire drive shaft 44 overlaps with the storage box 31 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0430] The drive shaft 44 overlaps with the rear portion 32 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire drive shaft 44 overlaps with the rear portion 32 in a plan view of the vehicle. The drive shaft 44 does not overlap with the front portion 33 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0431] The drive sprocket 45 overlaps with the storage box 31 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire drive sprocket 45 overlaps with the storage box 31 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0432] The drive sprocket 45 overlaps with the rear portion 32 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire drive sprocket 45 overlaps with the rear portion 32 in a plan view of the vehicle. The drive sprocket 45 does not overlap with the front portion 33 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0433] The battery 51 overlaps with the storage box 31 in a plan view of the vehicle. The battery 51 includes a portion that overlaps with the storage box 31 in a plan view of the vehicle. The battery 51 includes a portion that does not overlap with the storage box 31 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0434] The battery 51 overlaps the front portion 33 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the battery 51 does not overlap the rear portion 32 in a plan view of the vehicle. Alternatively, the battery 51 may overlap the rear portion 32 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0435] The first portion 52 overlaps with the storage box 31 in a plan view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 includes a portion that overlaps with the storage box 31 in a plan view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 includes a portion that does not overlap with the storage box 31 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0436] The first portion 52 overlaps with the front portion 33 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the first portion 52 does not overlap with the rear portion 32 in a plan view of the vehicle. Alternatively, the first portion 52 may overlap with the rear portion 32 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0437] In a plan view of the vehicle, the second portion 53 overlaps with the storage box 31. For example, the entire second portion 53 overlaps with the storage box 31 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0438] The second portion 53 overlaps with the front portion 33 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire second portion 53 overlaps with the front portion 33 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the second portion 53 does not overlap with the rear portion 32 in a plan view of the vehicle. Alternatively, the second portion 53 may overlap with the rear portion 32 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0439] The first cell 55a overlaps with the storage box 31 in a plan view of the vehicle. The first cell 55a includes a portion that overlaps with the storage box 31 in a plan view of the vehicle. The first cell 55a includes a portion that does not overlap with the storage box 31 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0440] The first cell 55a overlaps with the front portion 33 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the first cell 55a does not overlap with the rear portion 32 in a plan view of the vehicle. Alternatively, the first cell 55a may overlap with the rear portion 32 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0441] In a plan view of the vehicle, the second cell 55b overlaps with the storage box 31. For example, the entire second cell 55b overlaps with the storage box 31 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0442] The second cell 55b overlaps with the front portion 33 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire second cell 55b overlaps with the front portion 33 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the second cell 55b does not overlap with the rear portion 32 in a plan view of the vehicle. Alternatively, the second cell 55b may overlap with the rear portion 32 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0443] In a plan view of the vehicle, the electrical equipment 57 overlaps with the storage box 31. For example, the entire electrical equipment 57 overlaps with the storage box 31 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0444] The electrical equipment 57 overlaps with the front portion 33 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire electrical equipment 57 overlaps with the front portion 33 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the electrical equipment 57 does not overlap with the rear portion 32 in a plan view of the vehicle. Alternatively, the electrical equipment 57 may overlap with the rear portion 32 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0445] The battery 51 does not overlap the electric motor 41 in a plan view of the vehicle. The battery 51 does not overlap the motor main body 42 in a plan view of the vehicle. The battery 51 does not overlap the motor shaft 43 in a plan view of the vehicle. The battery 51 does not overlap the drive shaft 44 in a plan view of the vehicle. The battery 51 does not overlap the drive sprocket 45 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0446] The first portion 52 does not overlap with the electric motor 41 in a plan view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 does not overlap with the motor main body 42 in a plan view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 does not overlap with the motor shaft 43 in a plan view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 does not overlap with the drive shaft 44 in a plan view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 does not overlap with the drive sprocket 45 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0447] The second portion 53 does not overlap with the electric motor 41 in a plan view of the vehicle. The second portion 53 does not overlap with the motor body 42 in a plan view of the vehicle. The second portion 53 does not overlap with the motor shaft 43 in a plan view of the vehicle. The second portion 53 does not overlap with the drive shaft 44 in a plan view of the vehicle. The second portion 53 does not overlap with the drive sprocket 45 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0448] The first cell 55a does not overlap the electric motor 41 in a plan view of the vehicle. The first cell 55a does not overlap the motor main body 42 in a plan view of the vehicle. The first cell 55a does not overlap the motor shaft 43 in a plan view of the vehicle. The first cell 55a does not overlap the drive shaft 44 in a plan view of the vehicle. The first cell 55a does not overlap the drive sprocket 45 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0449] The second cell 55b does not overlap the electric motor 41 in a plan view of the vehicle. The second cell 55b does not overlap the motor main body 42 in a plan view of the vehicle. The second cell 55b does not overlap the motor shaft 43 in a plan view of the vehicle. The second cell 55b does not overlap the drive shaft 44 in a plan view of the vehicle. The second cell 55b does not overlap the drive sprocket 45 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0450] The electrical equipment 57 does not overlap the electric motor 41 in a plan view of the vehicle. The electrical equipment 57 does not overlap the motor main body 42 in a plan view of the vehicle. The electrical equipment 57 does not overlap the motor shaft 43 in a plan view of the vehicle. The electrical equipment 57 does not overlap the drive shaft 44 in a plan view of the vehicle. The electrical equipment 57 does not overlap the drive sprocket 45 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0451] 8 is a front view of the storage box 31 and the battery 51. The battery 51 overlaps the storage box 31 in a front view of the vehicle. The battery 51 overlaps the rear portion 32 in a front view of the vehicle. The battery 51 does not overlap the front portion 33 in a front view of the vehicle.

[0452] The storage box 31 has a right end 31c and a left end 31d. The left end 31d is located to the left of the right end 31c. At least a portion of the battery 51 is located to the left of the right end 31c and to the right of the left end 31d. For example, the entire battery 51 is located to the left of the right end 31c and to the right of the left end 31d.

[0453] The first portion 52 does not overlap with the storage box 31 in a front view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 does not overlap with the rear portion 32 in a front view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 does not overlap with the front portion 33 in a front view of the vehicle.

[0454] At least a part of the first portion 52 is disposed to the left of the right end 31 c and to the right of the left end 31 d. For example, the entire first portion 52 is disposed to the left of the right end 31 c and to the right of the left end 31 d.

[0455] The second portion 53 overlaps with the storage box 31 in a front view of the vehicle. The second portion 53 overlaps with the rear portion 32 in a front view of the vehicle. The second portion 53 does not overlap with the front portion 33 in a front view of the vehicle.

[0456] At least a part of the second portion 53 is disposed to the left of the right end 31 c and to the right of the left end 31 d. For example, the entire second portion 53 is disposed to the left of the right end 31 c and to the right of the left end 31 d.

[0457] The first cell 55a does not overlap with the storage box 31 in a front view of the vehicle. The first cell 55a does not overlap with the rear portion 32 in a front view of the vehicle. The first cell 55a does not overlap with the front portion 33 in a front view of the vehicle.

[0458] At least a portion of the first cells 55a is disposed to the left of the right end 31c and to the right of the left end 31d. For example, all of the first cells 55a are disposed to the left of the right end 31c and to the right of the left end 31d.

[0459] The second cell 55b overlaps with the storage box 31 in a front view of the vehicle. The second cell 55b overlaps with the rear portion 32 in a front view of the vehicle. The second cell 55b does not overlap with the front portion 33 in a front view of the vehicle.

[0460] At least a portion of the second cells 55b is disposed to the left of the right end 31c and to the right of the left end 31d. For example, all of the second cells 55b are disposed to the left of the right end 31c and to the right of the left end 31d.

[0461] The electrical equipment 57 overlaps with the storage box 31 in a front view of the vehicle. The entire electrical equipment 57 overlaps with the storage box 31 in a front view of the vehicle. The electrical equipment 57 overlaps with the rear portion 32 in a front view of the vehicle. The entire electrical equipment 57 overlaps with the rear portion 32 in a front view of the vehicle. The electrical equipment 57 does not overlap with the front portion 33 in a front view of the vehicle.

[0462] At least a part of the electrical components 57 is disposed to the left of the right end 31c and to the right of the left end 31d. For example, the entire electrical components 57 are disposed to the left of the right end 31c and to the right of the left end 31d.

[0463] FIG. 9 is a rear view of the electric motor 41 and the battery 51. For convenience, FIG. 9 omits the outline of each first cell 55a and shows only the overall outline of the plurality of first cells 55a. FIG. 9 omits the outline of each second cell 55b and shows only the overall outline of the plurality of second cells 55b. The battery 51 overlaps with the electric motor 41 when viewed from the rear of the vehicle. The battery 51 overlaps with the motor main body 42 when viewed from the rear of the vehicle. The battery 51 overlaps with the motor shaft 43 when viewed from the rear of the vehicle. The battery 51 overlaps with the drive shaft 44 when viewed from the rear of the vehicle. The battery 51 overlaps with the drive sprocket 45 when viewed from the rear of the vehicle.

[0464] The imaginary plane Q overlaps with the electric motor 41 when viewed from the rear of the vehicle. The imaginary plane Q overlaps with the motor main body 42 when viewed from the rear of the vehicle. The imaginary plane Q overlaps with the motor shaft 43 when viewed from the rear of the vehicle. The imaginary plane Q does not overlap with the drive shaft 44 when viewed from the rear of the vehicle. The imaginary plane Q is positioned below the entire drive shaft 44 when viewed from the rear of the vehicle. The imaginary plane Q overlaps with the drive sprocket 45 when viewed from the rear of the vehicle.

[0465] The first portion 52 overlaps with the electric motor 41 in a rear view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 overlaps with the motor main body 42 in a rear view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 overlaps with the motor shaft 43 in a rear view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 does not overlap with the drive shaft 44 in a rear view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 overlaps with the drive sprocket 45 in a rear view of the vehicle.

[0466] The second portion 53 overlaps with the electric motor 41 in a rear view of the vehicle. The second portion 53 overlaps with the motor main body 42 in a rear view of the vehicle. The second portion 53 overlaps with the motor shaft 43 in a rear view of the vehicle. The second portion 53 overlaps with the drive shaft 44 in a rear view of the vehicle. The second portion 53 overlaps with the drive sprocket 45 in a rear view of the vehicle.

[0467] The first cell 55a overlaps with the electric motor 41 in a rear view of the vehicle. The first cell 55a overlaps with the motor main body 42 in a rear view of the vehicle. The first cell 55a does not overlap with the motor shaft 43 in a rear view of the vehicle. The first cell 55a does not overlap with the drive shaft 44 in a rear view of the vehicle. The first cell 55a does not overlap with the drive sprocket 45 in a rear view of the vehicle.

[0468] The second cell 55b overlaps with the electric motor 41 in a rear view of the vehicle. The second cell 55b overlaps with the motor main body 42 in a rear view of the vehicle. The second cell 55b overlaps with the motor shaft 43 in a rear view of the vehicle. The second cell 55b overlaps with the drive shaft 44 in a rear view of the vehicle. The second cell 55b overlaps with the drive sprocket 45 in a rear view of the vehicle.

[0469] The electrical equipment 57 does not overlap the electric motor 41 when viewed from the rear of the vehicle. The electrical equipment 57 does not overlap the motor main body 42 when viewed from the rear of the vehicle. The electrical equipment 57 does not overlap the motor shaft 43 when viewed from the rear of the vehicle. The electrical equipment 57 does not overlap the drive shaft 44 when viewed from the rear of the vehicle. The electrical equipment 57 does not overlap the drive sprocket 45 when viewed from the rear of the vehicle.

[0470] 8. Effects of the Embodiment The saddle-type electric vehicle 1 includes a body frame 11, a seat 21, a footboard 22, a storage box 31, an electric motor 41, and a battery 51. At least a portion of the footboard 22 is disposed forward and below the seat 21. The storage box 31 is supported by the body frame 11. The storage box 31 is disposed below the seat 21. The electric motor 41 is disposed below the storage box 31. The electric motor 41 overlaps with the storage box 31 in a plan view of the vehicle. The battery 51 supplies power to the electric motor 41.

[0471] The battery 51 includes a first portion 52 and a second portion 53. The first portion 52 is disposed below the footboard 22. The second portion 53 extends upward from the first portion 52. The second portion 53 is disposed below the seat 21. The second portion 53 is disposed in front of the electric motor 41. Therefore, the first portion 52 and the second portion 53 as a whole have a large size. Therefore, the battery 51 has a large size. Therefore, the battery 51 has a large capacity.

[0472] Furthermore, the storage box 31 has a lower end 31b. The second portion 53 has an upper end 53t. The upper end 53t of the second portion 53 is positioned higher than the lower end 31b of the storage box 31. Therefore, the size of the second portion 53 is larger. Therefore, the size of the battery 51 is larger. Therefore, the capacity of the battery 51 is larger.

[0473] In summary, the saddle-type electric vehicle 1 is equipped with a battery 51 having a large capacity.

[0474] As described above, the first portion 52 is disposed below the footboard 22. This makes it easy to improve the riding comfort of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle 1. For example, it is easy to improve the stability of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle 1.

[0475] The second portion 53 overlaps with the storage box 31 in a front view of the vehicle. Therefore, the size of the second portion 53 is larger, and the size of the battery 51 is therefore larger. Therefore, the capacity of the battery 51 is also larger.

[0476] The battery 51 includes a plurality of first cells 55a and a plurality of second cells 55b. The first cells 55a are installed in the first portion 52. The second cells 55b are installed in the second portion 53. The capacity of the battery 51 is the sum of the capacity of the first cells 55a and the capacity of the second cells 55b. Therefore, the capacity of the battery 51 is large.

[0477] The second cell 55b includes a portion that is positioned above the lower end 31b of the storage box 31. Therefore, the size of the second cell 55b is larger, and the capacity of the second cell 55b is therefore larger. Therefore, the capacity of the battery 51 is also larger.

[0478] An upper end 53t of the second portion 53 is disposed above the electric motor 41. Therefore, the size of the second portion 53 is larger, and therefore the size of the battery 51 is larger. Therefore, the capacity of the battery 51 is larger.

[0479] The upper end 53t of the second portion 53 is positioned higher than the footboard 22. Therefore, the size of the second portion 53 is larger, and the size of the battery 51 is therefore larger. Therefore, the capacity of the battery 51 is also larger.

[0480] The first portion 52 has an upper end 52t and a lower end 52b. The length Lz is the length in the vertical direction Z between the upper end 53t of the second portion 53 and the upper end 52t of the first portion 52. The length Kz is the length in the vertical direction Z between the upper end 52t of the first portion 52 and the lower end 52b of the first portion 52. The length Lz is greater than the length Kz. Therefore, it is easy to position the upper end 53t of the second portion 53 above the lower end 31b of the storage box 31.

[0481] The first portion 52 is long in the front-rear direction X in a side view of the vehicle. Therefore, it is easy to dispose the first portion 52 below the footboard 22.

[0482] The first portion 52 has a front end 52f. The second portion 53 has a front end 53f. The length Kx is the length in the front-to-rear direction X between the front ends 52f and 53f. The length Kz is the length in the up-down direction Z between the lower end 52b and the upper end 52t. The length Kx is longer than the length Kz. Therefore, it is easy to position the first portion 52 below the footboard 22.

[0483] The first portion 52 has a right end 52c and a left end 52d. The length Ky is the length in the width direction Y between the right end 52c and the left end 52d. The length Ky is longer than the length Kz. This makes it easy to position the first portion 52 below the footboard 22.

[0484] The first portion 52 is flat in the width direction Y. Therefore, it is easy to dispose the first portion 52 below the footboard 22.

[0485] The second portion 53 is long in the vertical direction Z in a side view of the vehicle. Therefore, it is easy to position the upper end 53t of the second portion 53 above the lower end 31b of the storage box 31.

[0486] The second portion 53 has a front end 53f and a rear end 53r. The length Lx is the length in the front-to-rear direction X between the front end 53f and the rear end 53r. The length Lz is the length in the up-down direction Z between the upper end 53t and the upper end 52t. The length Lz is longer than the length Lx. Therefore, it is easy to position the upper end 53t of the second portion 53 above the lower end 31b of the storage box 31.

[0487] The second part 53 is joined to the rear part 32 of the first part 52. Therefore, it is easy to arrange the first part 52 below the footboard 22. It is also easy to arrange the second part 53 below the seat 21 and in front of the electric motor 41.

[0488] The battery 51 has a generally L-shape when viewed from the side of the vehicle. This makes it easy to arrange the first portion 52 below the footboard 22. It also makes it easy to arrange the second portion 53 below the seat 21 and in front of the electric motor 41.

[0489] The battery 51 has a center of gravity G. The center of gravity G is located below the lower end 31b of the storage box 31. Therefore, it is easy to lower the center of gravity G of the saddle riding type electric vehicle 1. Therefore, it is easy to improve the maneuverability of the saddle riding type electric vehicle 1.

[0490] The electric motor 41 has a motor shaft 43. The center of gravity G of the battery 51 is located below the motor shaft 43. This makes it easier to lower the center of gravity G of the saddle riding type electric vehicle 1. This makes it easier to improve the maneuverability of the saddle riding type electric vehicle 1.

[0491] The footboard 22 has an upper edge 22e in a side view of the vehicle. The center of gravity G of the battery 51 is located below the upper edge 22e. This makes it even easier to lower the center of gravity G of the saddle riding type electric vehicle 1. This makes it even easier to improve the maneuverability of the saddle riding type electric vehicle 1.

[0492] The saddle riding type electric vehicle 1 includes a drive shaft 44. The center of gravity G of the battery 51 is located below the drive shaft 44. This makes it easier to lower the center of gravity G of the saddle riding type electric vehicle 1. This makes it easier to improve the maneuverability of the saddle riding type electric vehicle 1.

[0493] The footboard 22 is flat in the width direction Y. Therefore, the space below the footboard 22 is not sufficiently large. However, the battery 51 has a second portion 53 in addition to the first portion 52. Therefore, even if the footboard 22 is flat in the width direction Y, the size of the battery 51 is large. Therefore, even if the footboard 22 is flat in the width direction Y, the capacity of the battery 51 is large. Therefore, even if the footboard 22 is flat in the width direction Y, the saddle-riding type electric vehicle 1 is equipped with a battery 51 having a large capacity. In fact, when the footboard 22 is flat in the width direction Y, the saddle-riding type electric vehicle 1 exhibits remarkable usefulness.

[0494] The upper end 52t of the first portion 52 is positioned lower than the lower end 31b. Therefore, it is easy for the footboard 22 to be flat in the width direction Y.

[0495] The upper end 52t is disposed below at least a portion of the motor shaft 43. Therefore, it is easy for the foot board 22 to be flat in the width direction Y.

[0496] The storage box 31 extends from a position rearward of the second portion 53 to a position above the second portion 53. Therefore, the storage box 31 has a relatively large size.

[0497] The storage box 31 has a rear portion 32 and a front portion 33. The rear portion 32 is disposed rearward of the second portion 53. The front portion 33 is disposed forward of the rear portion 32. The front portion 33 is disposed above the second portion 53. At least a portion of the rear portion 32 is disposed below an upper end 53t of the second portion 53. Therefore, the rear portion 32 has a relatively large size.

[0498] The entire front portion 33 is positioned above the upper end 53t of the second portion 53. Therefore, the front portion 33 does not interfere with the second portion 53. Therefore, it is easy to extend the storage box 31 from a position rearward of the second portion 53 to a position above the second portion 53.

[0499] The footboard 22 has a right portion 23, a left portion 24, and a central portion 25. The left portion 24 is located to the left of the right portion 23. The central portion 25 is located to the left of the right portion 23 and to the right of the left portion 24. The right portion 23 has an upper edge 23e in a side view of the vehicle. The left portion 24 has an upper edge 24e in a side view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 is located below the upper edge 23e in a side view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 is located below the upper edge 24e in a side view of the vehicle. Therefore, it is easy to locate the first portion 52 below the footboard 22.

[0500] The seat 21 has a front end 21f. At least a portion of the first portion 52 is disposed forward of the front end 21f. As described above, the first portion 52 is disposed below the footboard 22. Here, the battery 51 is a relatively heavy component. Therefore, the first portion 52 is relatively heavy, and at least a portion of the first portion 52 is disposed forward of the front end 21f and below the footboard 22. Therefore, it is easy to improve the riding comfort of the saddle riding type electric vehicle 1. For example, it is easy to improve the stability of the saddle riding type electric vehicle 1.

[0501] At least a portion of the second portion 53 is disposed rearward of the front end 21f. As described above, the second portion 53 extends upward from the first portion 52. Therefore, at least a portion of the second portion 53 is disposed in a position close to the body of the driver of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle 1. Here, the battery 51 is a relatively heavy component. Therefore, the second portion 53 is relatively heavy, and at least a portion of the second portion 53 is disposed rearward of the front end 21f and extends upward from the first portion 52. In other words, the second portion 53 is relatively heavy, and at least a portion of the second portion 53 is disposed in a position close to the driver. Therefore, it is easy to improve the ride comfort of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle 1. For example, it is easy to improve the drivability of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle 1.

[0502] At least a portion of the first portion 52 overlaps with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle. Therefore, it is easy to dispose the first portion 52 below the footboard 22.

[0503] At least a portion of the second portion 53 overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle. Therefore, it is easy to dispose the second portion 53 below the seat 21.

[0504] 9. Modified Embodiments The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and can be modified as follows.

[0505] The shape of the first portion 52 may be changed. For example, the first portion 52 may extend rearward from the second portion 53 in addition to extending forward from the second portion 53. As a result, the battery 51 may have a substantially T-shape in a side view of the vehicle.

[0506] The shape of the second portion 53 may be changed. For example, the second portion 53 may extend in a curved manner rather than a straight line. The second portion 53 may curve upward from the first portion 52. The second portion 53 may curve upward and rearward from the first portion 52. As a result, the battery 51 may have a generally J-shape in a side view of the vehicle.

[0507] The arrangement of the first portion 52 may be changed as appropriate.

[0508] For example, a part of the first portion 52 is positioned below the footboard 22 , and another part of the first portion 52 is not positioned below the footboard 22 .

[0509] For example, a part of the first portion 52 is disposed below the footboard 22 , and another part of the first portion 52 is not disposed below the footboard 22 .

[0510] For example, a part of the first portion 52 overlaps with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle, and another part of the first portion 52 does not overlap with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0511] For example, at least a part of the first portion 52 overlaps with the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle. For example, the entire first portion 52 overlaps with the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0512] For example, at least a portion of the first portion 52 is positioned above the upper edge 23e of the right portion 23 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0513] For example, at least a portion of the first portion 52 is disposed above the upper edge 23e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0514] For example, the first portion 52 overlaps with the upper edge 23e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0515] For example, at least a portion of the first portion 52 is positioned above the upper edge 24e of the left portion 24 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0516] For example, at least a portion of the first portion 52 is disposed above the upper edge 24e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0517] For example, the first portion 52 overlaps with the upper edge 24e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0518] For example, the entire first portion 52 is disposed forward of the entire seat 21. For example, the entire first portion 52 is disposed forward of the front end 21f of the seat 21.

[0519] For example, the first portion 52 does not overlap the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0520] The arrangement of the second portion 53 may be changed as appropriate.

[0521] For example, at least a portion of the second portion 53 is disposed below the footboard 22 .

[0522] For example, the entire second portion 53 is disposed below the footboard 22 .

[0523] For example, at least a portion of the second portion 53 is disposed below the footboard 22 .

[0524] For example, the entire second portion 53 is disposed below the footboard 22 .

[0525] For example, at least a part of the second portion 52 overlaps with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle. For example, the entire second portion 52 overlaps with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0526] For example, at least a part of the second portion 53 overlaps with the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle. For example, the entire second portion 53 overlaps with the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0527] Alternatively, the second portion 53 does not overlap the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0528] For example, at least a part of the second portion 52 is positioned below the upper edge 22 e of the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle. For example, the entire second portion 52 is positioned below the upper edge 22 e in a side view of the vehicle. For example, an upper end 53 t of the second portion 53 is positioned below the upper edge 22 e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0529] For example, at least a part of the second portion 52 is disposed below the upper edge 22 e in the side view of the vehicle. For example, the entire second portion 52 is disposed below the upper edge 22 e in the side view of the vehicle. For example, an upper end 53 t of the second portion 53 is disposed below the upper edge 22 e in the side view of the vehicle.

[0530] For example, the second portion 53 does not overlap the upper edge 22e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0531] For example, at least a portion of the second portion 52 is positioned above the upper edge 23e of the right portion 23 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0532] For example, at least a portion of the second portion 52 is disposed above the upper edge 23e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0533] For example, the second portion 52 does not overlap the upper edge 23e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0534] For example, at least a portion of the second portion 52 is positioned above the upper edge 24e of the left portion 24 in a side view of the vehicle.

[0535] For example, at least a portion of the second portion 52 is disposed above the upper edge 24e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0536] For example, the second portion 52 does not overlap the upper edge 24e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0537] For example, at least a part of the second portion 52 is disposed below the upper edge 25 e of the central portion 25 in the side view of the vehicle. For example, the entire second portion 52 is disposed below the upper edge 25 e in the side view of the vehicle. For example, the upper end 53 t of the second portion 53 is disposed below the upper edge 22 e in the side view of the vehicle.

[0538] For example, at least a part of the second portion 52 is disposed below the upper edge 25 e in the side view of the vehicle. For example, the entire second portion 52 is disposed below the upper edge 25 e in the side view of the vehicle. For example, the upper end 53 t of the second portion 53 is disposed below the upper edge 22 e in the side view of the vehicle.

[0539] For example, the second portion 53 does not overlap the upper edge 25e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0540] For example, a part of the second portion 53 is disposed below the seat 21, and another part of the second portion 53 is not disposed below the seat 21. A part of the second portion 53 is disposed rearward of the front end 21f of the seat 21, and another part of the second portion 53 is disposed forward of the front end 21f of the seat 21.

[0541] Alternatively, the entire second portion 53 is not disposed below the seat 21. The entire second portion 53 is disposed forward of the front end 21f of the seat 21.

[0542] For example, a part of the second portion 53 overlaps with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle, and another part of the second portion 53 does not overlap with the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0543] Alternatively, the second portion 53 does not overlap the seat 21 in a plan view of the vehicle.

[0544] The orientation of the first cell 55a may be changed, and the orientation of the second cell 55b may be changed.

[0545] FIG. 10 is a perspective view of a battery 51 according to a modified embodiment. In this modified embodiment, the first cells 55a are installed in a horizontal position. Specifically, the axes 56 of the first cells 55a extend in the horizontal direction. Each first cell 55a is installed so that its axis 56 extends in the horizontal direction. Each axis 56 of the first cells 55a extends in the width direction Y. Each first cell 55a is installed so that its axis 56 extends in the width direction Y. The orientation of the second cells 55b is the same as that of the first cells 55a. The second cells 55b are installed in a horizontal position. Specifically, the axes 56 of the second cells 55b extend in the horizontal direction. Each second cell 55b is installed so that its axis 56 extends in the horizontal direction. Each axis 56 of the second cells 55b extends in the width direction Y. Each second cell 55b is disposed so that its axis 56 extends in the width direction Y.

[0546] The orientation of the second cells 55b does not necessarily have to be the same as the orientation of the first cells 55a, but may be different from the orientation of the first cells 55a.

[0547] The arrangement of the plurality of first cells 55a may be changed. The arrangement of the plurality of second cells 55b may be changed.

[0548] In the modified embodiment shown in Fig. 10, the plurality of first cells 55a are arranged as follows: The first cells 55a are aligned in the front-rear direction X, the width direction Y, and the up-down direction Z. For example, the first cells 55a are arranged in 15 rows in the front-rear direction X. The first cells 55a are arranged in 3 rows in the width direction Y. The first cells 55a are arranged in 5 rows in the up-down direction Z.

[0549] In the modified embodiment shown in Fig. 10, the second cells 55b are arranged as follows: The second cells 55b are aligned in the front-rear direction X, the width direction Y, and the up-down direction Z. For example, the second cells 55b are arranged in five rows in the front-rear direction X. The second cells 55b are arranged in three rows in the width direction Y. The second cells 55b are arranged in eight rows in the up-down direction Z.

[0550] The location of the drive shaft 44 may be changed. For example, the drive shaft 44 may be located lower than the motor shaft 43. As a result, the drive shaft 44 may be located lower than the center of gravity G of the battery 51. In other words, the center of gravity G of the battery 51 may be located higher than the drive shaft 44.

[0551] The location of the joining surface 54c may be changed. For example, the joining surface 54c may be located at the boundary between the first portion 52 and the second portion 53. The joining surface 54c may be located on an imaginary plane Q.

[0552] The shape of the storage box 31 may be changed. For example, the storage box 31 may not have a front portion 33. The storage box 31 may be formed only by a rear portion 32. The rear portion 32 may include a front end 31f of the storage box 31. The front end 31f of the storage box 31 may be disposed on an imaginary plane P. As a result, the front end 31f of the storage box 31 may be disposed rearward of the entire battery 51. In other words, the entire battery 51 may be disposed forward of the front end 31f of the storage box 31. The entire first portion 52 may be disposed forward of the front end 31f. The entire second portion 53 may be disposed forward of the front end 31f. The rear end 53r of the second portion 53 may be disposed forward of the front end 31f. The entire first cell 55a may be disposed forward of the front end 31f. The entire second cell 55b may be disposed forward of the front end 31f. The entire electrical equipment 57 may be disposed forward of the front end 31f.

[0553] The location of the electric motor 41 may be changed. In one modified embodiment, the electric motor 41 is supported on, for example, the swing arm 27. The electric motor 41 overlaps with the swing arm 27 in a side view of the vehicle. The electric motor 41 swings with respect to the body frame 11. In another modified embodiment, the electric motor 41 is attached to, for example, the rear axle 28. The electric motor 41 overlaps with the rear axle 28 in a side view of the vehicle. The electric motor 41 swings with respect to the body frame 11. The motor shaft 43 is, for example, coaxial with the rear axle 28.

[0554] The shape of the footboard 22 may be changed. For example, the footboard 22 may not be flat in the width direction Y. For example, the footboard 22 may include a center tunnel.

[0555] For example, the central portion 25 may be higher than the right portion 23. The central portion 25 may protrude upward relative to the right portion 23. The central portion 25 may extend leftward and upward from the right portion 23. The central portion 25 may be higher than the left portion 24. The central portion 25 may protrude upward relative to the left portion 24. The central portion 25 may extend rightward and upward from the left portion 24. The central portion 25 may be curved convexly upward in a cross section perpendicular to the front-to-rear direction X.

[0556] For example, the upper edge 25e of the central portion 25 may be located higher than the upper edge 23e of the right portion 23 in a side view of the vehicle. The upper edge 25e of the central portion 25 may be located higher than the upper edge 24e of the left portion 24 in a side view of the vehicle. The upper edge 23e does not have to correspond to the upper edge 22e of the footboard 22 in a side view of the vehicle. The upper edge 24e does not have to correspond to the upper edge 22e in a side view of the vehicle. The upper edge 25e may correspond to the upper edge 22e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0557] In the above-described modified embodiment of the footboard 22, the arrangement of the first portion 52 may be appropriately selected and changed. The arrangement of the first portion 52 is exemplified in the above-described embodiment and modified embodiment.

[0558] In the modified embodiment of the footboard 22 described above, the arrangement of the first portion 52 exemplified in the embodiment will be specifically described.

[0559] In the modified embodiment of the footboard 22 described above, the first portion 52 is also disposed below the footboard 22. The first portion 52 is disposed lower than the footboard 22. At least a portion of the first portion 52 overlaps with the footboard 22 in a plan view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 is disposed below the upper edge 22e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0560] For example, the first portion 52 is disposed below the upper edge 23 e in a side view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 is disposed below the upper edge 24 e in a side view of the vehicle. Therefore, it is easy to dispose the first portion 52 below the footboard 22 regardless of the shape of the footboard 22. For example, it is easy to dispose the first portion 52 below the footboard 22 even if the footboard 22 includes a center tunnel.

[0561] For example, the first portion 52 is disposed below the upper edge 25e in a side view of the vehicle. The first portion 52 does not overlap with the central portion 25 in a side view of the vehicle. Therefore, it is easy to dispose the first portion 52 below the upper edge 23e in a side view of the vehicle. It is also easy to dispose the first portion 52 below the upper edge 24e in a side view of the vehicle.

[0562] In the above-described modified embodiment of the footboard 22, the arrangement of the second portion 53 may be appropriately selected and changed. The arrangement of the second portion 53 is exemplified in the above-described embodiment and modified embodiment.

[0563] The number of front wheels 5 is not limited to one. The number of front wheels 5 may be two. The number of rear wheels 29 is not limited to one. The number of rear wheels 29 may be two.

[0564] DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1: Straddle-type electric vehicle 11: Body frame 21: Seat 21f: Front end of seat 22: Footboard 22e: Upper edge of footboard 23: Right portion 23e: Upper edge of the right portion in a side view of the saddle-type electric vehicle 24: Left portion 24e: Upper edge of the left portion in a side view of the saddle-type electric vehicle 25: Central portion 31: Storage box 31b: Lower end of the storage box 32: Rear portion 33: Front portion 41: Electric motor 41t: Upper end of the electric motor 43: Motor shaft 44: Drive shaft 51: Battery 52: First portion 52t: Upper end of the first portion 52b: Lower end of the first portion 53: Second portion 53t: Upper end of the second portion 55a: First cell 55b: Second cell G: Center of gravity of the battery Kz: length in the vertical direction between the upper end of the first portion and the lower end of the first portion Lz: length in the vertical direction between the upper end of the second portion and the upper end of the first portion X: front-rear direction Y: width direction Z: vertical direction

Claims

1. A saddle-riding type electric vehicle comprising: a body frame; a seat; a footboard with at least a portion positioned forward and below the seat; a storage box supported by the body frame and installed below the seat; an electric motor positioned below the storage box and overlapping with the storage box in a plan view of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle; and a battery that supplies power to the electric motor, wherein the battery has a first portion positioned below the footboard and a second portion extending upward from the first portion and positioned below the seat and in front of the electric motor, and the second portion has an upper end positioned above the lower end of the storage box.

2. A saddle-type electric vehicle according to claim 1, wherein the second portion overlaps with the storage box when viewed from the front of the saddle-type electric vehicle.

3. A saddle-type electric vehicle according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the battery includes a plurality of first cells installed in the first portion and a plurality of second cells installed in the second portion, the second cells including a portion located above the lower end of the storage box.

4. A saddle-type electric vehicle according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the upper end of the second portion is disposed higher than at least a part, and preferably the entirety, of the electric motor.

5. A saddle-type electric vehicle according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the upper end of the second portion is disposed higher than at least a part, and preferably the entirety, of the footboard.

6. A saddle-riding type electric vehicle as claimed in claim 1 or 2, wherein the first portion has an upper end and a lower end, and the vertical length of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle between the upper end of the second portion and the upper end of the first portion is greater than the vertical length of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle between the upper end of the first portion and the lower end of the first portion.

7. A saddle-riding type electric vehicle according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the first portion is longer in the front-to-rear direction of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle than in the up-to-down direction when viewed from the side, and the second portion is longer in the up-to-down direction of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle than in the front-to-rear direction when viewed from the side.

8. A saddle-type electric vehicle according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the second portion is joined to a rear portion of the first portion.

9. A saddle-type electric vehicle according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the battery has a substantially L-shape in a side view of the saddle-type electric vehicle.

10. A saddle-type electric vehicle according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the battery has a center of gravity located below the lower end of the storage box.

11. A saddle-type electric vehicle according to claim 10, wherein the electric motor has a motor shaft, and the center of gravity of the battery is located below the motor shaft.

12. A saddle-type electric vehicle according to claim 10, wherein the footboard has an upper edge in a side view of the saddle-type electric vehicle, and the center of gravity of the battery is located below at least a part, and preferably the entirety, of the upper edge of the footboard.

13. A saddle riding type electric vehicle according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the footboard is flat in a width direction of the saddle riding type electric vehicle.

14. A saddle-type electric vehicle according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the storage box extends from a position rearward of the second portion to a position above the second portion.

15. A saddle-type electric vehicle as described in claim 14, wherein the storage box comprises a rear portion located rearward of the second portion, and a front portion located forward of the rear portion and above the second portion, at least a portion of the rear portion being located below the upper end of the second portion, and the entirety of the front portion being located above the upper end of the second portion.

16. A saddle-riding type electric vehicle according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the footboard has a right portion, a left portion located to the left of the right portion, and a central portion located to the left of the right portion and to the right of the left portion, wherein the right portion has an upper edge in a side view of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle, and the left portion has an upper edge in a side view of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle, and the first portion is located below the upper edge of the right portion in a side view of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle, and the first portion is located below the upper edge of the left portion in a side view of the saddle-riding type electric vehicle.

17. A saddle-type electric vehicle according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the seat has a front end, at least a part of the first portion is disposed forward of the front end of the seat, and at least a part of the second portion is disposed rearward of the front end of the seat.

18. A saddle-type electric vehicle according to claim 1 or 2, wherein at least a portion of the first portion overlaps with the footboard in a plan view of the saddle-type electric vehicle, and at least a portion of the second portion overlaps with the seat in a plan view of the saddle-type electric vehicle.

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