Angularly-adjustable steering system for stabilizing and enhancing maneuvers performed with snowmobiles and all-terrain-vehicles
US6467787B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 6, 2000 |
| Grant date | Oct 22, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 6, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/20816
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An angularly-adjustable steering system is provided for an off-road vehicle such as a snowmobile or an ATV. The steering system employs a modular handlebar-angling mechanism interfaced between the steering column and the handlebar apparatus of the steering system. The angling mechanism operates by pivotal mechanics to enable a user to position the handlebar apparatus of the steering system to any desired angle of tilt along a radial tilt range, and then to lock the apparatus into position using a cable-assisted lever or other mechanical control. The steering system is utilized in side-hilling and other difficult maneuvers for the purpose of improving stabilization of the vehicle over sloping terrain, improving the balance of a user operating the vehicle from a running-board position, and decreasing muscular strain on the user.
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