Rear wheel suspension device for motorcycles
US5816356A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 2, 1996 |
| Grant date | Oct 6, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 2, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62K2201/06
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Several embodiments of rear wheel suspension systems for motorcycles wherein the leaf spring is employed that is contained within the suspension arm so as to be protected and yet facilitate servicing. The spring is loaded so as to provide a progressive rate and various damper arrangements are also disclosed employing either rotary or tubular-type dampers.
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