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Tubular footrest for a straddle-type vehicle

US7611158B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 25, 2008
Grant dateNov 3, 2009
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Expiry dateJul 10, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62J25/04
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A straddle-type having a foot rest formed by a bar-shaped member disposed along a vehicle width direction and attached to a lower portion of a power unit. The footrest is formed by a cylindrical tubular member. An attachment portion of the footrest attached to a bottom face of a crank case of an engine has a recessed portion formed by bending a recess in to the tubular member. Minimum ground clearance and sufficient footrest rigidity is thereby provided.

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