Engine mount for saddle-seat vehicle
US6053272A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 26, 1997 |
| Grant date | Apr 25, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 26, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60Y2200/124
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An engine mount for a saddle-seat vehicle includes an upper engine mount operatively connected to the engine of the vehicle. The upper engine mount operatively connects the engine to the frame of the vehicle. At least one connector is provided for connecting the engine to the upper engine mount. The upper engine mount permits substantially free vertical movement of the engine relative to the frame. The upper engine mount includes an outer sleeve operatively connected to the frame. The upper engine mount further includes an elastic cushion arranged between the connector and the outer sleeve. The upper engine mount may further include an inner sleeve located within the elastic cushion for passage of the connector therethrough. The upper engine mount further includes a plate bracket operatively connected between the outer sleeve and the frame. The plate bracket may include lightening holes therein for decreasing the weight of the plate bracket while increasing flexibility of the plate bracket. The upper engine mount substantially reduces or eliminates the transmission of engine vibration to the seat and the rider of the vehicle.
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