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Front suspension and ski assembly for a snowmobile

US8657054B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 29, 2010
Grant dateFeb 25, 2014
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Expiry dateJan 29, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62M2027/026
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A front suspension and ski assembly for a snowmobile having a right and a left side, each side comprising an upper and a lower arm pivotally connected to the snowmobile frame and a spindle having an upper portion rotatably connected to the upper arm at a first connection point, a mid-portion rotatably connected to the lower arm at a second connection point, and a lower portion to which a ski is pivotally connected. A keel projects from and extends longitudinally along the ground facing surface of the ski, substantially along its outer surface. A runner projects from and extends longitudinally along the ground facing surface of the keel. A straight line extending through the first connection point and the second connection point extends to a point disposed within the ground engaging portion of the runner.

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