Mounting units in a saddle type vehicle

Abstract

The present disclosure discloses a vehicle (100). The vehicle comprising an engine (102), and the engine comprising a crankcase (104). The crankcase (104) further comprising a first mounting unit (106) on a front side facing a front wheel of the vehicle 5 (100). The vehicle comprises a second mounting unit (108) configured on the front side of the crankcase (104) to mount at least one of a first component (110) and a second component (112) of the vehicle (100) to front side of the crankcase (104). The second mounting unit (108) comprises one or more mounting brackets.

Description

TITLE OF THE INVENTION:MOUNTING UNITS IN A SADDLE TYPE VEHICLETECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present subject matter generally relates to a vehicle. More particularly, the present invention relates to a mounting unit for mounting one or more components of the vehicle.BACKGROUND

[0002] In a vehicle, various components are often mounted using separate brackets to ensure proper function and alignment. Each component may require a separate mounting bracket for mounting on a frame of the vehicle or in an internal combustion engine of the vehicle, leading to a significant increase in the number of individual parts and child parts involved in the assembly process. This results in a higher part count, which not only complicates the assembly process but also increases the overall complexity of the vehicle as well as increase weigh and cost of the vehicle. The higher the number of parts, the more difficult it becomes to manage and control the assembly line, leading to longer manufacturing times and additional labor costs.

[0003] One of the significant issues arising from the increased number of parts related to mounting is the impact on packaging and mounting in the vehicle, specially on the IC engine of the vehicle. Packaging is a critical consideration in vehicle manufacturing, and higher number of parts takes up more space and makes the packaging process more complex and increase assembly time. This results in packaging inefficiencies, as it becomes difficult to fit more number of parts in the limited available space, especially in two wheeled vehicle where space is less for packaging and / or mounting.

[0004] As more parts are added to the vehicle, there is also an increase in the assembly time resulting in increase in total cost of production as well as increase weight of the vehicle. The assembly time, vehicle weight and overall vehicle costs rise due to the need for more brackets, fasteners, and other accessories, in addition to the increased labour involved in handling and assembling the parts. Furthermore, with an increased number of parts, there is a higher likelihood of errors during assembly, leading to waste, rework, and increased assembly time.In addition, in two-wheeled vehicles, the limited packaging and mounting space, especially around the IC engine, poses significant challenges. Numerous componentsneed to be configured in this constrained area, and the requirement for individual mounting brackets for mounting each component further complicates the packaging and mounting situation. The space available on the IC engine for mounting provisions is limited, making it difficult to accommodate all necessary components. Further, the existing an air duct and an engine guard are mounted using two separate brackets on either side of the engine crankcase. This existing mounting technique require more number numbers of mounting provisions on the IC engine, increases the number of child parts including mounting brackets and fasteners on the vehicle, leading to packaging constraints, design complexity, and an overall increase in vehicle weight.

[0005] To navigate these challenges, there’s a need to optimize space, reduce the number of mounting brackets, fasteners and mounting provisions on the IC engine, to simplify the design, reduce assembly time and reduce the vehicle's weight without compromising the vehicle’s functionality and performance is crucial. Thus, there is a need in the art for a mounting assembly in a vehicle which addresses at least the aforementioned problems and other problems of known art.

[0006] Further limitations and disadvantages of conventional and traditional approaches will become apparent to one of skill in the art, through comparison of described systems with some aspects of the present disclosure, as set forth in the remainder of the present application and with reference to the drawings.SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0007] The following summary is illustrative only and is not intended to be in any way limiting. In addition to the illustrative aspects, embodiments, and features described below, further aspects, embodiments, and features will become apparent by reference to the drawings and the following detailed description.

[0008] According to embodiments, the present disclosure discloses, in general, a mounting assembly in a vehicle, and more particularly, but not exclusively to a vehicle such as but not limited to a two wheeled vehicle. The vehicle comprises an engine that includes a crankcase. The crankcase comprises a first mounting unit on a front side facing a front wheel of the vehicle. The vehicle includes a second mounting unit configured on the front side of the crankcase to mount at least one of a first component and a second component of the vehicle to front side of the crankcase. The second mounting comprises one or more mounting brackets.

[0009] In one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, the first mounting unit comprises at least one of mounting holes and one or more mounting bosses.

[0010] In one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, the one or more mounting brackets comprises a first mounting bracket, and a second mounting bracket couped to the first mounting bracket.

[0011] In one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, the first mounting bracket comprises one or more first arms and at least one second arm, the second arm, being extended in a direction opposite to the one or more first arms. The one or more first arms comprise a first mounting hole for engagement with first mounting unit of the crankcase.

[0012] In one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, the one or more first arms comprise a mounting projection with the a second mounting hole, and wherein the second arm comprises the mounting boss.

[0013] In one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, the one or more first arms of the first mounting bracket being detachably attached to the first mounting unit of the crankcase. The second arm of the first mounting bracket being coupled to the first component of the vehicle.

[0014] In one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, the second mounting bracket comprises a first bent portion, a second bent portion and a middle portion connected between the first bent portion and the second bent portion. The first bent portion is extended in a direction opposite to the second bent portion.

[0015] In one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, the first bent portion of the second mounting bracket being connected to the first mounting bracket and the second bent portion of the second mounting bracket being connected to the second component of the vehicle.

[0016] In one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, the first component is an air duct of the vehicle, and wherein the second component is an engine guard of the vehicle.

[0017] In one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, the crankcase comprises a crankcase left portion, and a crankcase right portion coupled to the crankcase right portion. The first mounting unit is configured on at least one of the crankcase right portion and the crankcase left portion.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] The details are described with reference to an embodiment of a mounting unit in vehicle along with the accompanying diagrams. The same numbers are used throughout the drawings to reference similar features and components.

[0019] Figure 1 illustrates a side view of a portion of a vehicle depicting mountings of components on an IC engine of the vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0020] Figure 2A illustrates an exploded view of mounting units for mounting components on a crankcase of an IC engine, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0021] Figure 2B illustrates a perspective view of a first mounting bracket of a second mounting unit, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0022] Figure 2C illustrates a perspective view of a second mounting bracket of a second mounting unit, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0023] Figure 3 illustrates a front view of vehicle components mounted on an IC engine of the vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0024] Figure 4 illustrates a sectional view of vehicle components along axis A-A of Figure 3 depicting mounting of the vehicle components on the IC engine, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0025] Exemplary embodiments are described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Wherever convenient, the same reference numbers are used throughout the drawings to refer to the same or like parts. While examples and features of disclosed principles are described herein, modifications, adaptations, and other implementations are possible without departing from the spirit and scope of the disclosed embodiments. It is intended that the following detailed description be considered as exemplary only, with the true scope and spirit being indicated by the following claims.

[0026] The terms “an embodiment”, “embodiment”, “embodiments”, “the embodiment”, “the embodiments”, “one or more embodiments”, “some embodiments”, and “one embodiment” mean “one or more (but not all) embodiments of the invention(s)” unless expressly specified otherwise. The terms “including”, “comprising”, “having” and variations thereof mean “including but not limited to”, unless expressly specified otherwise. The terms “a”, “an” and “the” mean “one or more”, unless expressly specified otherwise.

[0027] In order to overcome the one or more of the above-mentioned problems in the background, the present disclosure provides a mounting unit in a vehicle which helps in mounting one or more components of the vehicle.

[0028] The embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the vehicle with the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the present embodiments. The present subject matter is further described with reference to accompanying figures. It should be noted that the description and figures merely illustrate principles of the present subject matter. Various arrangements may be devised that, although not explicitly described or shown herein, encompass the principles of the present subject matter. Moreover, all statements herein reciting principles, aspects, and examples of the present subject matter, as well as specific examples thereof, are intended to encompass equivalents thereof.

[0029] The at least one object of the present disclosure is to reduce the number of components required for mounting various components / parts in a vehicle. This would streamline the overall assembly process, making it simpler and more efficient. By minimizing the number of parts, the complexity of managing and controlling the assembly line and assembly time can be reduced.

[0030] The present disclosure optimize space, reduce the number of mounting brackets, fasteners and mounting provisions required on a crankcase of the IC engine, to simplify the design, reduce assembly time and reduce the vehicle's weight without compromising the vehicle’s functionality and performance is crucial

[0031] Yet another objective of the disclosure is to reduce child parts and / or mounting bracket to reduce the overall vehicle weight, assembly time and cost of the vehicle. By communizing mounting of multiple parts, the need for multiple brackets, fasteners, and accessories can be eliminated. This would directly lead to a reduction in assembly time, vehicle weight and manufacturing costs of the vehicle. This also help to manufacture vehicles at a lower cost without compromising on the vehicle's performance.

[0032] Yet another objective of the disclosure is to improve the ease of assembly and disassembly during servicing and maintenance. With fewer parts involved, the initial assembly and future maintenance tasks may be performed more efficiently.

[0033] Figure 1 illustrates a side view of a portion of a vehicle depicting mountings of components on an IC engine of the vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The vehicle (100) is a saddle type vehicle, preferably a two-wheeler,and includes a frame structure (101) to support different parts of the vehicle (100). The frame structure (101) includes a head tube (not shown) is provided at a front end of said frame structure (101). The head tube supports a steering shaft (not shown) rotatable in a certain range. In an upper portion of the head tube, a handlebar assembly (not shown) is rotatably connected to the steering shaft. The handlebar assembly is used to steer the vehicle (100) and is connected to a front wheel (103) through a front fork assembly (105). The front fork assembly (105) in turn is connected to the handlebar assembly by means of a pair of upper and lower brackets (not shown). The front fork assembly (105) is further supported partially on a front fender (not shown) and is connected to the front wheel (103). An upper portion of the front wheel (103) is covered by the front fender which prevents mud and water from getting deflected towards an upper portion of the front fork assembly.

[0034] In a front portion of the frame structure, a fuel tank (not shown) and a power generating unit, such as an engine (102) is arranged. The power generating unit / engine (102) is equipped with an exhaust system that includes an exhaust pipe (not shown) connected to the power generating unit / engine (102) and a muffler (not shown) connected to the exhaust pipe. The muffler (not shown) extends rearwards along a rear wheel (not shown). A seat (not shown) is placed behind the fuel tank. The seat may include a front rider portion and rear pillion portion. In an embodiment, the front rider portion and the rear pillion portion are provided as separate seat portions. In an embodiment, the front rider portion and the rear pillion portion may be provided as a single seat portion.

[0035] For safety of the rider and in conformance with the traffic rules, a headlamp unit and a turn signal lamp unit (not shown) are provided in a front portion of the vehicle (100). The headlamp unit and the turn signal lamp unit are housed in a headlamp housing assembly (not shown). The safety of said the vehicle (100) is also improved by providing a braking mechanism (not shown). Further, suspension systems are provided for comfortable steering of the vehicle (100) on road. The front fork assembly (105), which forms the front suspension system, serves as rigidity component just like the frame structure. The front fork assembly (105) clamped to the head tube through the upper bracket (not shown) and the lower bracket (not shown) is capable of being moved in the left and right direction of the vehicle (100). Further, a rear suspension system is connected to the frame structure (101) at a rear portion thereof. Particularly, at the rearportion of the frame structure (101), the rear wheel is suspended by the rear suspension system.

[0036] Power from the power generating unit / engine (102) is transmitted to the rear wheel through a transmission assembly (not shown), so as to drive and rotate the rear wheel. A rear fender (not shown) for covering an upper side of the rear wheel is mounted to the rear portion of the frame structure to prevent mud and water splashed by the rotating rear wheel. To enhance the overall aesthetics of the vehicle (100) and to prevent undesired foreign particles from entering parts of the vehicle (100), a plurality of side covers (not shown) is also attached to the frame structure. The vehicle (100) also comprises footrest assembly (not shown).

[0037] . Figure 2A shows an exploded view of the mounting unit, figure 2B shows a perspective view of the first mounting bracket and figure 2C shows a perspective view of the first mounting bracket and the second mounting bracket of the mounting unit. For the sake of brevity and simplicity, Figure 2A, 2B and 2C are described together.

[0038] Referring Figures 2A, 2B and 2C along with Figure 1, as can be seen, the vehicle (100) has the engine (102) a crankcase (104) configured below a cylinder block of the engine (102). The crankcase (104) has a first mounting unit (106) located on the front side, facing the vehicle's front wheel. The vehicle (100) also includes a second mounting unit (108) configured on the front side of the crankcase (104) to attach at least one of the first component (110) and a second component (112) of the vehicle (100) to the front side of the crankcase (104) through the first mounting unit (106). The second mounting unit (108) includes one or more mounting brackets to enable mounting of the first component (110) and the second component (112) on the crankcase (104) using the first mounting unit (106), thereby avoiding need of multiple mounting units on the engine (102), particularly on the crankcase (104), for mounting multiple components on the engine (102).

[0039] In general, the transmission assembly is configured with the crankcase (104). The crankcase (104) includes a crankcase left portion (104L) extending leftwards in the internal combustion engine width direction and a crankcase right portion (104R) extending rightwards in the engine width direction. The crankcase left portion and the crankcase right portion RH comprises of a top portion, a bottom portion and a plurality of side portions. The plurality of side portions is substantially vertical and being configured to extend between the top and the bottom portion. The one side ofthe crankcase (104) , for instance a front side of the crankcase (104) is provided with a mounting provision to allow mounting of one or more components (110, 112) on the front side of the IC engine 102 of the vehicle. .

[0040] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the crankcase (104) comprises the first mounting unit (106) on a front side facing the front wheel (103) of the vehicle (100). In an embodiment, the first mounting unit (106) comprises at least one of mounting holes and a mounting boss. The mounting holes and the mounting boss includes internal threads for engagement with fasteners. The first mounting unit (106) can be configured either the crankcase right potion (104R) or the crankcase right potion (104R) or can be extended on both the crankcase right potion (104R) and the crankcase left portion (104L). This first mounting unit (106) which comprises of either of holes or bosses or both the holes and bores, facilities mounting of components (110, 112) of the vehicle on the front side of the crankcase (104) through the second mounting unit (108).

[0041] Thus, the crankcase (104) comprising the crankcase left portion (104L) and the crankcase right portion (104R) coupled to the crankcase right portion (104R). The first mounting unit (106) is configured on at least one of the crankcase right portion (104R) and the crankcase left portion (104L).

[0042] Referring to figure 2B and figure 2C in conjunction, the second mounting unit (108) is configured on the front side of the crankcase (104) to mount at least one of the first component (110) and the second component (112) of the vehicle (100) to front side of the crankcase (104). The second mounting unit (108) comprises one or more mounting brackets. The mounting brackets of the second mounting unit (108) include a first mounting bracket (108a) and a second mounting bracket (108b) to be attached to the first mounting bracket (108a). The second mounting bracket (108b) can be attached to the first mounting bracket (108a) using detachable fasteners, such as screws, nuts, bolts, lock pins, washers, or similar components.

[0043] In an embodiment, the first mounting bracket (108a) and the second mounting bracket (108b) may be permanently coupled using the permanent joints like fastening and welding techniques.

[0044] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the first mounting bracket (108a) comprises one or more first arms (206a) and at least one second arm (206b). The second arm (206b), being extended in a direction opposite to the first arms (206a). For example, the first mounting bracket (108a) may comprise of two first arms (206a) as shown in thefigure 2A, and the second arm (206b) is extended in the opposite direction to the said two first arms (206a). The two first arms (206a) are configured spaced apart.

[0045] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, each of the first arms (206a) can include a first mounting hole (202), and the second arm (206b) can include a mounting boss (204). The first mounting bracket (108a) is coupled with the crankcase (104) using the first mounting hole (202) and the first mounting unit (106) through fasteners such as bolts or screws or pins, or the like. In addition, at least one of the first arms (206a) includes a mounting projection (208) with the mounting a second mounting hole (208a). The mounting projection (208) can be a flange. The mounting projection (208) is extended from one of the first arms (206a) of the first mounting bracket (108a) in a direction substantially perpendicular to the corresponding first arm (206a) from which it is extended for ease of engagement with the second mounting bracket (108b). The mounting projection (208) and the first arm (206a) from which the mounting projection (208) is extended are configured to support the second mounting bracket (108b). A portion of the second mounting bracket (108b) abuts and reast on the mounting projection (208) and the first arm (206a).

[0046] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the first arms (206a) of the first mounting bracket (108a) being detachably attached to the first mounting unit (106) of the crankcase (104), and the second arm (206b) of the first mounting bracket (108a) is coupled to the second component (112) of the vehicle (100). The first arms (206a) are detachably coupled with the crankcase (104) using the detachable joining members. This detachably coupling, by attaching the one or more arms (206a) of the first bracket (206) to the crankcase (104) helps in achieving better stability and reduces the any possible vibrations. Further, the second arm (206b) is used to couple with the first component (110) of the vehicle (100) using the boss (204) and through fastener such as screws, nus, bolts, lock pin, and washer etc.

[0047] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the second mounting bracket (108b) comprises a first bent portion (212), a second bent portion (214) and a middle portion (216) connected between the first bent portion (212) and the second bent portion (214). The first bent portion (212) extended in a direction opposite to the second bent portion (214).

[0048] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the first bent portion (212) of the second mounting bracket (108b) being connected to the first mounting bracket (108a)and the second bent portion (214) of the second mounting bracket (108b) being connected to the second component (112) of the vehicle (100). The first bent portion (212) of the second mounting bracket (108b) is attached to the first arm (206a) of the first mounting bracket (108a) through fasteners, such as screws, nus, bolts, lock pin, and washer etc. The second mounting bracket (108b) is configured to attach and detach with the first mounting bracket (108a) easily and based on the necessity. The second bent portion (214) of the second mounting bracket (108b) can be coupled to the second component (112) of the vehicle (100) by using detachable joint like snap fit or press fit or a permanent joint using a techniques like welding.

[0049] In an embodiment, the above stated attachment may be done using a temporary mechanical joint, by providing an extra extension at the second bent portion (214) of the second mounting bracket (108 b) or providing a hole at the second bent portion (214) and attaching the same with the second component (112) or the vehicle (100) using temporary joint mechanism like fasteners.

[0050] In an embodiment, the second mounting bracket (108b) is configured on a font side of the first mounting bracket (108a) in a vehicle front-rear direction. The first bent portion (212) of the second mounting bracket (108b) is configured on one of the two first arms (206a) of the first mounting bracket (108a) such that a hole (112a) of the first bent portion (212) overlaps with the second hole in the mounting projection (208) provided on the first mounting bracket (108a). The first bent portion (212) of the second mounting bracket (108b) is coupled to the mounting projection (208) of the first mounting bracket (108a) through fasteners such as screws, bolts etc. The first bent portion (212) of the second mounting bracket (108b) abuts and reast on the mounting projection (208) and the first arm (206a), therefore the mounting projection (208) and the first arm (206a) provides supports to the first bent portion (212). In addition, as the first component (110) is mounted to the crankcase (104) using the first mounting bracket (108a) and the second mounting bracket (108b) is coupled to the first mounting bracket (108a) and used for mounting the second component (112), therefore requirement of additional mounting provisions such as mounting hole or bosses on the crankcase (104) is eliminated for mounting the second component (112) on the IC engine (102) through the second mounting bracket (108b).

[0051] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the first component (110) is an air duct of the vehicle (100), and the second component (112) is an engine guard of thevehicle (100). Both, the first component / air duct (110) and the second component / engine guard (112) of the vehicle (100) are mounted on the crankcase (104) using the first mounting unit (106) on the crankcase (104) through the second mounting unit (108), thereby eliminating requirement of multiple mounting units / provisions, such as mounting hole or bosses, on the crankcase (104) for mounting the first component / air duct (110) and the second component / engine guard (112). This also ease the assembly process, weight and cost of the vehicle.

[0052] Figure 3 and Figure 4 shows a front view and side section view along A-A of the vehicle components mounted on the internal combustion (IC) engine of the vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. For the sake of brevity and simplicity, Figure 3 and Figure 4 are described together.

[0053] As shown, the first component (110) and the second component (112) are mounted to the crankcase (104) using the first mounting unit (106) on the crankcase (104) and the second mounting unit (108). In the depicted embodiment as shown in the Figure 3 and 4, the second mounting unit (108) is attached to the right portion of the crankcase (104R). The first component (110) is mounted to the crankcase (104) through the second arm (206b) of the first mounting bracket (108a), where the one or more first arms (206a) of the he first mounting bracket (108a) are coupled to the crankcase (104) through the first mounting unit (106). The second component (112) is mounted through the second bent portion (214) of the second mounting bracket (108b), where the first bent portion (212) of the second mounting bracket (108b) is connected to the first mounting bracket (108a) using either a temporary or permanent joint.

[0054] In an embodiment, the first bent portion (212) of the second mounting bracket (108b) can be attached to the first mounting bracket (108a) suing a sandwich joint. In addition, a provision, such as slot or groove, can be provided in the second component (112) to engage with the second bent portion (214) of the second mounting bracket (108b). Both the second bent portion and the second component can be secured using adhesive or using a nuts or screws.

[0055] The at least one advantage of the present disclosure is the reduction of child parts in the vehicle's assembly. By minimizing the number of mounting components, the weight of the vehicle can be reduced, leading to improved overall performance and fuel efficiency. Fewer mountings also contribute to a simpler structure, which reduces the complexity of the assembly process.

[0056] Yet another advantage of the disclosure is the reduction in the number of mounting points / units / provisions on the crankcase of the engine. Fewer mounting unit translate to fewer components and fewer fasteners, which reduces the amount of labor required during assembly. This not only shortens the overall assembly time but also decreases the risk of errors, improving the efficiency of the manufacturing process.

[0057] Yet another advantage of the disclosure is the reduction in overall cost. By reducing the number of parts, there is a direct impact on the cost of materials required for manufacturing. This also reduces the cost associated with assembly time, storage, and logistics.

[0058] Further limitations and disadvantages of conventional and traditional approaches will become apparent to one of skill in the art, through comparison of described systems with some aspects of the present disclosure, as set forth in the remainder of the present application and with reference to the drawings.

[0059] In light of the above mentioned advantages and the technical advancements provided by the disclosed method and system, the claimed steps as discussed above are not routine, conventional, or well understood in the art, as the claimed steps enable the following solutions to the existing problems in conventional technologies. Further, the claimed steps clearly bring an improvement in the functioning of the configuration itself as the claimed steps provide a technical solution to a technical problem.

[0060] A description of an embodiment with several components in connection with another does not imply that all such components are required, On the contrary, a variety of optional components are described to illustrate the wide variety of possible embodiments of the invention.

[0061] Finally, the language used in the specification has been principally selected for readability and instructional purposes, and it may not have been selected to delineate or circumscribe the inventive subject matter and is therefore intended that the scope of the invention be limited not by this detailed description, but rather by any claims that issue on an application based here on. Accordingly, the embodiments of the present invention are intended to be illustrative, but not limiting, of the scope of the invention, which is set forth in the following claims.

[0062] While various aspects and embodiments have been disclosed herein, other aspects and embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art. The various aspectsand embodiments disclosed herein are for purposes of illustration and are not intended to be limiting, with the true scope and spirit being indicated by the following claims.

[0063] While the present disclosure has been described with reference to certain embodiments, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes may be made, and equivalents may be substituted without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. In addition, many modifications may be made to adapt a particular situation or material to the teachings of the present disclosure without departing from its scope. Therefore, it is intended that the present disclosure not be limited to the particular embodiment disclosed, but that the present disclosure will include all embodiments falling within the scope of the appended claims.

Claims

WE CLAIM:

1. A vehicle (100) comprising:an engine (102) comprising a crankcase (104), the crankcase (104) comprising a first mounting unit (106) on a front side facing a front wheel of the vehicle (100); anda second mounting unit (108) configured on the front side of the crankcase (104) to mount at least one of a first component (110) and a second component (112) of the vehicle (100) to front side of the crankcase (104), wherein the second mounting unit (108) comprises one or more mounting brackets.

2. The vehicle (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first mounting unit (106) comprises at least one of mounting holes and one or more mounting bosses.

3. The vehicle (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the one or more mounting brackets comprises:a first mounting bracket (108a); anda second mounting bracket (108b) couped to the first mounting bracket (108a).

4. The vehicle (100) as claimed in claim 3, wherein the first mounting bracket (108a) comprises one or more first arms (206a) and at least one second arm (206b), the second arm (206b), being extended in a direction opposite to the one or more first arms (206a) (206a), and wherein the one or more first arms (206a) comprises a first mounting hole (202).

5. The vehicle (100) as claimed in claim 3, wherein the one or more first arms (206a) comprise a mounting projection (208) with the mounting a second mounting hole (208a), and wherein the second arm (206b) comprises the mounting boss (204).

6. The vehicle (100) as claimed in claim 4, wherein the one or more first arms (206a) of the first mounting bracket (108a) being detachably attached to the first mounting unit (106) of the crankcase (104), and wherein the second arm (206b) of the firstmounting bracket (108a) being coupled to the first component (110) of the vehicle (100).

7. The vehicle (100) as claimed in claim 3, wherein the second mounting bracket (108b) comprises a first bent portion (212), a second bent portion (214) and a middle portion (216) connected between the first bent portion (212) and the second bent portion (214), wherein the first bent portion (212) extended in a direction opposite to the second bent portion (214).

8. The vehicle (100) as claimed in claim 7, wherein the first bent portion (212) of the second mounting bracket (108b) being connected to the first mounting bracket (108a) and the second bent portion (214) of the second mounting bracket (108b) being connected to the second component (112) of the vehicle (100).

9. The vehicle (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first component (110) is an air duct of the vehicle (100), and wherein the second component (112) is an engine guard of the vehicle (100).

10. The vehicle (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the crankcase (104) comprises a crankcase left portion (104L) and a crankcase right portion (104R) coupled to the crankcase right portion (104R), and wherein the first mounting unit (106) is configured on at least one of the crankcase right portion (104R) and the crankcase left portion (104L).

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