JP2004114839A - Anti-theft device in motorcycle - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To prevent loss of a remote controller or blocking in a storing box, to rapidly start an engine, and to prevent forgetting about removing of a remote control key, in an anti-theft device in a motorcycle for permitting engine start using the remote controller. <P>SOLUTION: When the remote control key A is inserted into a remote controller holder 24 of a handlebar lock module 12, an unlocking signal is automatically transmitted from the remote control key A. This unlocking signal is received by a controller in the handlebar lock module 12, and the handlebar lock is released. When the main switch 23 is then turned on, a main relay is driven to supply a power source to an electrical component to allow start of the engine. When the remote control key A is leaved to be inserted after the main switch 23 is turned off, this fact is informed by an indicator. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2004,JPO

Description

[0001]
TECHNICAL FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to an anti-theft device for a motorcycle, and more particularly, to a device that permits starting of an engine using a remote control device, the remote control device can be prevented from being lost, and the engine can be started quickly. The present invention relates to an antitheft device for a motorcycle that can be performed.
[0002]
[Prior art]
2. Description of the Related Art There is known a vehicle anti-theft device that receives a control signal transmitted from the outside of a vehicle by a remote control device on the vehicle side and discriminates the control signal to permit the start of an engine.
[0003]
In addition, in Utility Model Registration No. 2558117, a motorcycle or a motorcycle is provided with an operation unit and a numeric keypad, and a card storing a body registration number and a password of an engine ignition switch and a lighting switch is inserted into the operation unit. Subsequently, a security device is disclosed in which a security code is input using a numeric keypad, and only when the input security code matches the security code stored in the card, the engine is permitted to start.
[0004]
According to the anti-theft device employing the remote control device, the start of the engine is not permitted unless the user has the remote control device, and according to the anti-theft device employing the card, owns the card, Since starting of the engine is permitted only after knowing the password, theft of the vehicle can be prevented.
[0005]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
However, in an anti-theft device that simply employs a remote control device, the remote control device may be lost due to vibration during traveling or the like, and the engine may not be able to start.
[0006]
Further, in the anti-theft device disclosed in Japanese Utility Model Registration No. 2558117, when a user gets on a motorcycle, a step of inserting a card into an operation unit and further inputting a password using a numeric keypad is performed. This requires a burden on the user. In addition, there is another problem that the engine cannot be started quickly because it takes time to input the personal identification number. It is desirable that the number of steps related to starting the engine be small from the viewpoint of merchantability and the like.
[0007]
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention solves the above-described problems, and in a system in which starting of an engine is permitted using a remote control device, it is possible to prevent loss of the remote control device and to quickly start the engine. It is an object of the present invention to provide an anti-theft device for a motorcycle that can be used.
[0008]
[Means for Solving the Problems]
In order to solve the above problems, the present invention provides a remote control device that transmits a release signal by a wireless signal, a receiving unit that receives a release signal from the remote control device, and an ID included in the release signal. The anti-theft device for a motorcycle, comprising: a controller for determining whether or not the registered ID matches the registered ID, and permitting the start of the engine when determining that the registered ID is provided. A holder unit for holding the remote operation device, a detection unit provided on the remote operation device, for detecting that the remote operation device has been inserted into the holder unit, and outputting an insertion detection signal; A first feature is that a transmission means for transmitting the release signal with the insertion detection signal as an input is provided.
[0009]
The present invention has a second feature in that the holder is provided near a main switch.
[0010]
Further, the present invention includes an indicator for causing the remote control device to be removed, and the control unit is configured to perform the control when the main switch is turned off and the remote control device is still inserted into the holder unit. There is a third feature in operating the indicator.
[0011]
Furthermore, the present invention has a fourth feature in that the holder is disposed near the indicator.
[0012]
According to the first feature, the loss of the remote control device can be prevented, and the engine can be started quickly.
[0013]
According to the second feature, the operation of the main switch required to start the engine can be smoothly performed.
[0014]
Further, according to the third feature, it is possible to notify the user of forgetting to remove the remote operation device and cause the user to remove the remote operation device.
[0015]
Further, according to the fourth feature, it is possible to effectively notify that the user has forgotten to remove the remote operation device.
[0016]
BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION
Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is an external side view of a scooter type motorcycle to which the anti-theft device of the present invention is applied. However, the handle lock module is shown without the cover. In FIG. 1, a vehicle body front portion 1 and a vehicle body rear portion 2 are connected via a low floor portion 3, and a skeleton of these portions is formed by a vehicle body frame generally including a down tube and a main pipe. I have.
[0017]
The front part 1, the rear part 2 and the floor part 3 of the vehicle body are covered with a front cover 4, a body cover 5 and a center cover 6, respectively. A handlebar 7 is provided at the upper part of the vehicle body front part 1 so as to be pivotally supported by the steering head, a front fork 8 extends downward, and a front wheel 9F is pivotally supported at a lower end thereof. The upper part of the handle 7 is covered with a handle cover 10 also serving as an instrument panel. The steering head, the front fork 8 and the handle 7 constitute steering means.
[0018]
A grip portion of the handle 7 protrudes from the handle cover 10 to the left and right of the vehicle body, and a side mirror 11L (11R) protrudes upward. In addition, a handle lock module 12 for locking the handle 7 is provided in connection with the steering means. The handle lock module 12 will be described later in more detail.
[0019]
A fuel tank and a storage box are provided in the body cover 5 and supported by a main pipe. In addition, a single-cylinder four-cycle engine is mounted via a swing unit. A belt-type continuously variable transmission 13 is configured from the engine to the rear, and a rear wheel 9R is supported by a reduction mechanism 14 provided at a rear portion thereof via a centrifugal clutch. A rear cushion 15 is interposed between the upper end of the speed reduction mechanism 14 and the main pipe.
[0020]
A seat 16 is provided above the body cover 5 so as to cover the storage box. The seat 16 can be opened and closed, and a helmet or the like can be stored in a storage box below the seat 16. The rear part of the body cover 5 is provided with a number plate mounting part 17, a carrier, a tail lamp, and the like. An intake pipe, a carburetor, an air cleaner, and the like are also provided along with the engine, but are not shown.
[0021]
FIG. 2 is a front view showing a configuration near the handle cover 10 also serving as the speed panel of FIG. The handle cover 10 is provided with speed panels 21, switches 22 for lights, turn signals, and the like. The grip portion of the handle 10 protrudes left and right of the vehicle body, and side mirrors 11L and 11R protrude upward. .
[0022]
A front panel portion of the handle lock module 12 is exposed outside the inner portion of the front cover 4, and a main switch 23 and a remote control holder 24 are integrally provided here. The remote control holder 24 is configured so that a remote control device (hereinafter, referred to as a remote control key) A is inserted and held. The remote control holder 24 is, for example, in the form of a slit through which the remote control key A is inserted and removed.
[0023]
The handle lock module 12 incorporates a controller (control unit), a handle lock actuator, and a handle lock mechanism in addition to the main switch 23 and the remote control holder 24.
[0024]
As shown in FIG. 1, the remote control key A includes a lock button a, an electronic circuit for transmitting a lock signal including a specific ID when the lock button a is operated, and a battery. Further, the remote control key A has a transmission means for transmitting an unlock signal when inserted into the remote control holder 24, the details of which will be described later.
[0025]
FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing a specific example of the remote control key A and the remote control holder 24. Inside the remote control holder 24, a remote control set detection switch 31 for detecting that the remote control key A is inserted into the remote control holder 24 and a magnet 32 are provided. The detection output of the remote control set detection switch 31 is used to indicate that the user has forgotten to remove the remote control key A, and may be omitted if the display is not performed. In addition, the switch 31 is not limited to a contact switch, and other types of proximity switches can be used.
[0026]
On the other hand, the remote control key A has a built-in magnet switch 33 such as a reed switch or a hole switch, a transmission circuit block 34, and a battery 35. When the magnet switch 33 is inserted into the remote control holder 24 and turned on by the magnet 32, The transmission circuit block 34 operates to transmit the unlock signal to the outside as a wireless signal.
[0027]
FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing a specific example of a circuit built in remote control key A. This circuit includes a CPU 41, a storage means 42 such as an EEPROM storing a specific ID, an RF transmission circuit 43, an antenna 44, a tact switch 45, a power supply circuit 46, a magnet switch 33, and a battery 35. The magnet switch 33 and the battery 35 correspond to the magnet switch 33 and the battery 35 in FIG. 3, respectively, and the tact switch 45 is turned on when the lock button a in FIG. 1 is pressed.
[0028]
FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing the operation of the remote control key A. First, when it is determined in steps S1 and S2 that both the magnet switch 33 and the tact switch 45 are not on, the process proceeds to step S3, in which the CPU 41 is set to a stop (STOP) mode and put into a sleep (SLEEP) state. Here, when the magnet switch 33 or the tact switch 45 is turned on, the process proceeds to step S4, in which the CPU 41 is activated to set the mode to the RUN mode.
[0029]
Next, in step S5, it is determined whether or not the magnet switch 33 is turned on, that is, whether or not the remote control key A is inserted into the remote control holder 24. Here, in order to eliminate an erroneous determination, it is determined that the magnet switch 33 is ON when the ON state is detected in three consecutive interrupt processes.
[0030]
If it is determined in step S5 that the magnet switch 33 is on, the process proceeds to step S6, where an unlock signal is transmitted. The unlocking signal includes an ID stored in the storage unit 42, which is generated by the CPU 41 and transmitted from the antenna 44 via the RF transmission circuit 43.
[0031]
If the magnet switch 33 is not on, it is determined in step S7 whether the tact switch 45 is on, that is, whether the unlock button a is pressed. In this case, in order to eliminate an erroneous determination, it is determined that the tact switch 45 is ON when the ON state is detected by three consecutive interrupt processes.
[0032]
If it is determined in step S7 that the tact switch 45 is ON, the process proceeds to step S8, where a locking signal is transmitted. The locking signal may include an ID different from the unlocking signal, which is generated by the CPU 41 and transmitted from the antenna 44 via the RF transmission circuit 43.
[0033]
FIG. 6 is a block circuit diagram showing an example of a controller built in the handle lock module 12. The controller 60 includes a CPU 61 as a control unit, an RF remote control receiver 62 for receiving a lock signal or an unlock signal transmitted from the remote control key A, a lock detection switch, an unlock detection switch, a remote control set detection switch 31, and a main switch 23. Switch input circuit 63 for inputting the detection output of CPU 61 to CPU 61, storage means 64 such as an EEPROM for storing the registration ID, actuator drive circuit 65, main relay drive circuit 66, main relay 67, battery And a power supply circuit 68 for supplying power from the CPU to the CPU 61 and the RF remote control receiver 62.
[0034]
When the CPU 61 determines that the ID included in the release signal transmitted from the remote control key A matches the registered ID, the actuator drive circuit 65 drives the handle lock actuator to release the handle lock, and , The main relay drive circuit 46 operates. The main relay 47 is driven when the main relay drive circuit 46 is operated and the main switch 23 is turned on to supply power to electrical components including the ignition device, thereby enabling the start of the engine.
[0035]
FIGS. 7A and 7B are schematic diagrams showing an example of a handle lock actuator and a handle lock mechanism incorporated in the handle lock module 12. FIG. 7A shows the handle lock unlocked state, and FIG. 7B shows the handle lock locked state. Is shown. This configuration is an example in which the handle lock is released (a) when the tip of the lock pin 71 does not protrude from the housing (frame mounting portion) 72, and the handle lock is locked (b) when the tip of the lock pin 71 protrudes.
[0036]
When the motor 73 as a handle lock actuator rotates, the lock pin 71 is driven in the left and right direction in the figure via a ring gear 74 and an inner gear 75 constituting a speed reduction mechanism. When the lock pin 71 is released, the unlock detection switch 76 is operated by the projecting piece, and when the lock pin 71 is locked, the lock detection switch 77 is operated. The detection outputs of these detection switches 76 and 77 are input to the CPU 51 of FIG. 5 to indicate the handle lock state.
[0037]
FIG. 7 also shows the main switch 23 operated by the knob 78 and the remote control holder 24 in which the remote control key A is inserted, and these are disposed on the front panel 79 of the handle lock module 12. .
[0038]
Next, the operation of the anti-theft device including the handle lock module 12 will be described. It is assumed that the vehicle is stopped, the steering wheel 7 is locked by the projection of the lock pin 71, the main relay 67 is off, and power is not supplied to electrical components such as an ignition device. In this state, when the user inserts the remote control key A into the remote control holder 24 of the handle lock module 12 and the magnet switch 33 detects the magnetism of the magnet 32 and turns it on, the CPU 41 includes the ID stored in the storage means 42. Generate an unlock signal. This unlock signal is transmitted to the outside as a wireless signal from the antenna 44 via the RF transmission circuit 43.
[0039]
The unlock signal transmitted from the remote control key A is received by the RF remote control receiver 62 of the controller 60 in the handle lock module 12 and is input to the CPU 61. The CPU 61 compares the ID included in the input unlocking signal with the registered ID stored in the storage means 64 in advance, and if it is determined that they match, activates the actuator drive circuit 65 to activate the motor. By driving 73, the protrusion of the lock pin 71 is retracted. As a result, the handle lock is released, and the detection output of the unlock detection switch 76 is input to the CPU 61 via the switch input circuit 63.
[0040]
Further, when the main relay drive circuit 66 is operated and the main switch 23 is turned on, the main relay 67 is driven to supply power to electric components including the ignition device, and the engine can be started.
[0041]
During traveling of the vehicle, the remote control key A must be inserted and held in the remote control holder 24, and there is no risk of losing the remote control key A. Further, if the remote control key A is inserted into the remote control holder 24, the engine can be started immediately, and the engine can be started with a simple operation, so that the startability is good.
[0042]
When the engine is stopped, first, the main switch 23 is turned off and the main relay 67 is turned off. Next, when the remote control key A is removed from the remote control holder 24 and the lock button b is pressed, the tact switch 45 is turned on, and a lock signal is transmitted from the remote control key A.
[0043]
When the locking signal from the remote control key A is received by the RF receiver 62 of the controller 50 in the handle lock module 12, the actuator drive circuit 65 reversely rotates the motor 73 to protrude the lock pin 71 to bring the handle lock state. .
[0044]
FIG. 8 is an external side view of a scooter-type motorcycle in which the open / close lock of the seat 16 is released by operating the seat open button b of the remote control key A so that objects can be put in and out of the storage box. The present invention is also applicable to such a scooter type motorcycle. The same or equivalent parts as those in FIG. 1 are denoted by the same reference numerals.
[0045]
The operation when the remote control key A is inserted into the remote control holder 24 and the operation when the lock button a is pressed are the same as those in FIG. When the sheet open button b is pressed, the corresponding switch is turned on, and the sheet open signal generated by the built-in CPU 41 is transmitted.
[0046]
When the seat open signal from the remote control key A is received by the RF receiver 62 of the controller 60 in the handle lock module 12 and the ID included in the received signal matches the registered ID, the seat actuator 81 When driven, the seat lock by the seat catcher 82 is released, and the seat 16 can be opened and closed. This allows things to be put in and out of the storage box below the seat. Since the remote control key A is held by the remote control holder 24 during the operation of the vehicle, the remote control key A is less likely to be locked in the storage box.
[0047]
The embodiments of the present invention have been described above, but various modifications are possible in the present invention. For example, the remote control key A has been described as having the lock button a. However, when the remote control key A is removed from the remote control holder 24 and the magnet switch 33 is turned off, a lock signal is automatically transmitted from the remote control key A. , The lock button a can be omitted.
[0048]
As shown in FIG. 9, a notch 91 may be provided on the remote control key A, and an engaging portion for engaging with the notch 91 may be provided on the remote control holder 24 of the handle lock module 12. As described above, the configuration in which the notch portion 91 is provided in the remote control key A and the engagement portion that engages with the notch portion 91 is provided in the remote control holder 24 allows the remote control key A to be more firmly held. This is useful for holding the remote control key A in a motorcycle in which the vibration of the vehicle is particularly large. FIG. 9 shows an example in which the remote control key A has only the sheet open button b.
[0049]
The above is an example in which the main switch 23 and the remote control holder 24 are provided integrally with the handle lock module 12, and according to this configuration, the increase in cost and size can be minimized, and The main switch 23 and the remote control holder 24 are not limited to the handle lock module 12, but can be provided at an appropriate location on the vehicle body.
[0050]
FIG. 10 shows an example in which a main switch 23 is provided near the handle grip of the handle cover 10, and a remote control holder 24 is provided near the main switch 23. By providing the remote control holder 24 near the main switch 23, the operation of the main switch 23 after inserting the remote control key A can be performed smoothly. Also, by providing them near the handle grip, the engine The advantage is that starting is easier.
[0051]
Further, an indicator for inviting the user to forget to remove the remote control key A from the remote control holder 24 may be provided on the speed panel 21, or the remote control holder 24 may be provided near the speed panel 21 or near the indicator on the speed panel. .
[0052]
FIG. 11A shows that a main switch 23 is provided on the handle cover 10, an indicator 111 for inviting the user to forget to remove the remote control key A from the remote control holder 24 is provided on the speed panel 21. FIG. 11B shows an example in which the main switch 23 is provided on the handle cover 10, the indicator 111 is provided on the speed panel 21, and the remote control holder 24 is provided near the indicator 111. This is an example.
[0053]
The indicator 111 reports that the user has forgotten to remove the remote control key A, and its drive signal can be generated by the CPU 61 of the controller 60 based on the detection output of the main switch 23 and the remote control set detection switch 31.
[0054]
FIG. 12 is a timing chart for driving the indicator 111. The CPU 61 receives the detection output (1) of the remote control set detection switch 31 and the output (2) of the main switch 23 as inputs, and outputs the detection output (from the remote control set detection switch 31). When 1) is present and the output (2) of the main switch 23 is not present, an indicator drive output (3) is output, thereby operating the indicator drive circuit to turn on or blink the indicator 111. In this way, when the main switch 23 is turned off while the remote control key A is inserted into the remote control holder 24, the indicator 111 is turned on or blinks to cause the user to remove the remote control key A and forget to remove it. Can be prevented. It should be noted that the notification of forgetting to remove the remote control key A can be made by voice or by using both the notification by the indicator 11 and the voice.
[0055]
FIG. 13 shows an example in which the audio output circuit 131 and the speaker 132 are connected to the CPU 61 to notify the user of forgetting to remove the remote control key A by voice. Further, when the remote control key A is extracted, it is also possible to notify that the remote control key A has been extracted with a sound different from the notification of forgetting to remove the remote control key A.
[0056]
【The invention's effect】
As is apparent from the above description, according to the present invention, it is necessary to insert and hold the remote control device in the holder in order to start the engine, thereby preventing the remote control device from being lost or trapped in the storage box. The operation of the remote control device during traveling can be prevented.
[0057]
Further, when the remote control device is inserted into the holder, an unlocking signal is automatically transmitted and the engine can be started immediately, so that the startability of the engine can be improved. Further, since the remote control holder and the main switch are arranged so as to be easily operated, the startability of the engine can be further improved.
[0058]
Furthermore, if the remote control key is still inserted after the main switch is turned off, the fact is notified, so that forgetting to remove the remote control key can be prevented.
[Brief description of the drawings]
FIG. 1 is an external side view of a scooter type motorcycle to which the antitheft device of the present invention is applied.
FIG. 2 is a front view showing a configuration example near a handle cover of FIG. 1;
FIG. 3 is a block diagram of a specific example of a remote control key and a remote control holder.
FIG. 4 is a block diagram of a specific example of a remote control key built-in circuit.
FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing the operation of a remote control key.
FIG. 6 is a block circuit diagram illustrating an example of a controller (control unit).
FIG. 7 is a schematic configuration diagram illustrating an example of a handle lock mechanism and a handle lock actuator.
FIG. 8 is an external side view of another scooter type motorcycle to which the present invention can be applied.
FIG. 9 is a configuration diagram showing a modified example of a remote control key.
FIG. 10 is a front view showing another example of the configuration near the handle cover.
FIG. 11 is a front view showing a configuration example near a handle cover including an indicator.
FIG. 12 is a block diagram of notification by voice.
FIG. 13 is a block diagram showing a modification for notifying removal of a remote control key.
[Explanation of symbols]
DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Body front part, 2 ... Car body rear part, 3 ... Floor part, 4 ... Front cover, 5 ... Body cover, 6 ... Center cover, 7 ... Handle, 8 ... ..Front fork, 9F ... front wheel, 9R ... rear wheel, 10 ... handle cover, 11L, 11R ... side mirror, 12 ... handle lock module, 13 ... belt type stepless Transmission: 14: Reduction mechanism, 15: Rear cushion, 16: Seat, 17: Number plate mounting part, 21: Speed panel, 22: Switches, 23: Main switch, 24 remote control holder, 31 remote control set detection switch, 32 magnet, 33 magnet switch, 34 transmission circuit block, 35 battery, 41 C U, 42 ... storage means, 43 ... RF transmission circuit, 44 ... antenna, 45 ... tact switch, 46 ... power supply circuit, 60 ... controller (control unit), 61 ... CPU, 62: RF remote control receiver, 63: switch input circuit, 64: storage means, 65: actuator drive circuit, 66: main relay drive circuit, 67: main relay, 68 ... power supply circuit, 71 ... lock pin, 72 ... housing, 73 ... motor, 74 ... ring gear, 75 ... inner gear, 76 ... unlock detection switch, 77 ... Lock detection switch, 78 ... Knob, 81 ... Seat actuator, 82 ... Seat catcher, 91 ... Notch, 111 ... Indicator, 121 ... Sound output circuit, 1 2 ... speaker, A ... remote key (remote control device), a ... lock button, b ... seat open button

Claims (4)

A remote control device that transmits a release signal by a wireless signal, a receiving unit that receives a release signal from the remote control device, and whether an ID included in the release signal matches a pre-registered registration ID The anti-theft device in a motorcycle including a control unit that permits the start of the engine when it is determined that they match.
A holder unit provided on the motorcycle side and holding the remote control device,
Detection means provided in the remote operation device, for detecting that the remote operation device has been inserted into the holder portion and outputting an insertion detection signal;
A transmission means provided in the remote control device and transmitting the release signal with the input of the insertion detection signal as an input. The anti-theft device for a motorcycle according to claim 1, wherein the holder portion is provided near a main switch. An indicator for inducing removal of the remote control device, wherein the control unit activates the indicator when the main switch is turned off and the remote control device is still inserted into the holder unit. The anti-theft device for a motorcycle according to claim 1 or 2, wherein: The anti-theft device for a motorcycle according to claim 3, wherein the holder portion is disposed near the indicator.

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