Broad view mirror for a cycle vehicle
US9346509B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 25, 2015 |
| Grant date | May 24, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 25, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62J29/00
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A mirror assembly for mounting to a handlebar of a motorcycle or other cycle vehicle, including a handle enabling an operator of the motorcycle to rotate the mirror without requiring the operator to remove a hand from the handlebar. The rotation swivels the mirror from a view to the rear to a position with a view to the side. Upon releasing the handle, a compression spring within the assembly returns the mirror to its original position. The mounting arrangement for the assembly includes two portions rotatable perpendicularly to one another, permitting the mirror arrangement to be adjusted after coupling with the handlebar such that the stem of the mirror is plumb. This ensures that when the handle is engaged rotating the mirror, the orientation of the mirror is maintained such that the top edge of the mirror remains level during rotation and that the mirror stem remains plumb.
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