ATV having arrangement for a passenger
US8215694B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 7, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jul 10, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 20, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62J1/12
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An ATV includes a removable passenger seat. The passenger seat is selectively added or removed from the ATV by way of a latch assembly. The passenger seat is supported by a pivot support link and a suspension coupling. The pivot support link and suspension coupling may be positioned rearward of a straddle-type seat for a driver. The entire pivot support link can be attached to the ATV in a dampened manner by way of the suspension coupling. The suspension coupling is comprised of at least one element acting in a linear direction and moving in at least a partially vertical travel component. The positioning of the suspension coupling provides greater vertical clearance, and therefore, maximum vertical stroke.
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