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Shock-absorbing handguards for handle bars

US9573647B2 · kind B2 · utility

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13Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateAug 12, 2015
Grant dateFeb 21, 2017
Priority date
Expiry dateAug 12, 2035

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62K21/125
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A handguard for a handle bar may include a body extending from a first contact point to a second contact point, a flexible member provided on the body, and a shock-absorbing member provided on the body. The flexible member and shock-absorbing member may be located at opposite ends of the body. The shock-absorbing member may include polyurethane. The shock-absorbing member may include a spring. The flexible member may be provided at the first contact point of the body and may include a rubber collar. The flexible member may be formed integral with the body and may include metal. The flexible member may be formed integral with the body and may include plastic. The flexible member may be integral to the handguard. The shock-absorbing member may be provided within the body at the second contact point of the body.

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