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Snowmobile suspension

US9114852B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 10, 2013
Grant dateAug 25, 2015
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Expiry dateDec 10, 2033

Classification

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

Abstract

A suspension assembly for a snowmobile comprises first and second suspension arms pivotally connected to a chassis and to a rail, and extending forwardly and upwardly from the rail. A bracket arm is fixedly connected to the first suspension arm. A link is pivotally connected to the bracket arm. A first shock absorber is pivotally connected to the first suspension arm and to the rail. The lower end of the first shock absorber is disposed forwardly of the lower end of the first suspension arm. A second shock absorber is pivotally connected to the link and to second suspension arm. The lower end of the second shock absorber is disposed rearwardly of the lower end of the first shock absorber. A tie rod is pivotally connected to the link, and to the second suspension arm. A snowmobile having such suspension system is also disclosed.

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