GB2437274A - Mechanically retained motorcycle handlebar grips - Google Patents

Mechanically retained motorcycle handlebar grips Download PDF

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GB2437274A
GB2437274A GB0607804A GB0607804A GB2437274A GB 2437274 A GB2437274 A GB 2437274A GB 0607804 A GB0607804 A GB 0607804A GB 0607804 A GB0607804 A GB 0607804A GB 2437274 A GB2437274 A GB 2437274A
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William Scott Packer
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B62—LAND VEHICLES FOR TRAVELLING OTHERWISE THAN ON RAILS
    • B62K—CYCLES; CYCLE FRAMES; CYCLE STEERING DEVICES; RIDER-OPERATED TERMINAL CONTROLS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR CYCLES; CYCLE AXLE SUSPENSIONS; CYCLE SIDE-CARS, FORECARS, OR THE LIKE
    • B62K21/00—Steering devices
    • B62K21/26—Handlebar grips
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B62—LAND VEHICLES FOR TRAVELLING OTHERWISE THAN ON RAILS
    • B62K—CYCLES; CYCLE FRAMES; CYCLE STEERING DEVICES; RIDER-OPERATED TERMINAL CONTROLS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR CYCLES; CYCLE AXLE SUSPENSIONS; CYCLE SIDE-CARS, FORECARS, OR THE LIKE
    • B62K23/00—Rider-operated controls specially adapted for cycles, i.e. means for initiating control operations, e.g. levers, grips
    • B62K23/02—Rider-operated controls specially adapted for cycles, i.e. means for initiating control operations, e.g. levers, grips hand actuated
    • B62K23/04—Twist grips

Abstract

A motorcycle handlebar grip 4 attaches using a positive mechanical method, to a fixed anchorage point 1 which is secured to the motorcycles handlebar 3. The right hand side handlebar grip uses the throttle rotor to attach to, which is retained as part of the motorcycles throttle assemble, and therefore fixed securely. The left hand side grip 4 uses a clamp 6 in place of the throttle rotor the grip attaching in the same way, using positive locking tapers 5.

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<p>* 2437274 e 1 Mechanically retained motorcycle handlebar grins This
invention relates to the handlebar grips fitted to motorcycles, and the necessity to replace them regularly.</p>
<p>The grips fitted to motorcycle handlebars are important to the comfort of the rider, to help dull vibration and therefore aid in controlling the motorcycle. The qualities required from a handlebar grip means they are a soft compound and therefore they do wear away with use and require replacing regularly. This applies to all types of grips, fitted to all types of motorcycles. Those used for sport or on racing motorcycles are particularly susceptible to wearing away quickly. Handlebar grips are attached using the elastic properties of their material, and glue. This can make replacing them awkward and time consuming.</p>
<p>This invention proposes motorcycle handlebar grips which are retained in position on the handlebar by means of a positive, mechanical fit.</p>
<p>The mechanical fixing of the handlebar grip ensures a replacement can be fitted quickly and easily employing a mechanical procedure to achieve a positive fit. The grip acts as part of an assembly once fitted, by becoming positively fixed to an anchorage point on the motorcycle's handlebar. Once fitted the grip becomes an integral part of the assembly. By using a positive, mechanical means of attachment, the grip is secure yet can be replaced quickly.</p>
<p>An example of the invention is now described using the following drawings for reference.</p>
<p>Figure 1 shows an assembly of the right hand side product. This drawing shows how the product will be assembled on the throttle side of the motorcycle.</p>
<p>Figure 2 shown an assembly of the left hand side product. This drawing shows how the product will be assembled on the other side of the handlebar, where there is no throttle.</p>
<p>Referring to figure lof the drawings.</p>
<p>On this side of the motorcycle the throttle rotor 1 acts as part of the motorcycles existing throttle assembly (not shown). Once fitted it is inside the throttle and is therefore fixed to the handlebar 3. The grip tube 4 is a tube covered with the moulded rubber cushioning which is the grip's contact area with the rider's hand. It is mechanically locked into the throttle rotor 1 by the positive locking taper 5. Once in place, the grip tube 4 acts integrally as part of the assembly. It can be seen from figure 1 that to detach the grip tube 4 from the assembly, it is necessary to slide the throttle rotor 1 (assembled inside the throttle) to the end of the handlebar 3. This allows the positive locking taper 5 to be released by parting in the opposing direction.</p>
<p>Referring to figure 2 of the drawings.</p>
<p>The left hand side of the handlebar 3 requires the clamp 6 to act as the anchor point.</p>
<p>The clamp 6 is mounted to the handlebar, allowing the grip tube 4 to be attached to it using the positive locking taper 5. It can be seen from figure 2 that to detach the grip tube 4 from the assembly, it is necessary to slide the clamp 6 to the end of the handlebar 3. This allows the positive locking taper 5 to be released by parting in the opposing direction.</p>

Claims (1)

  1. <p>Claims I. A motorcycle handlebar grip that is retained in position on
    the handlebar by a positive mechanical fitting method.</p>
    <p>2. A handlebar grip according to claim 1 which consists of a solid tube with rubber cushioning exposed to the riders hand.</p>
    <p>3. A handlebar grip according to claim 1 which locks to an anchorage point which is fixed to the handlebar, thus allowing the grip area to be replaced independently.</p>
    <p>4. A handlebar grip according to claim 1 which once fitted to the anchorage point acts as an integral part of the assembly, and can only be separated by reversing the assembly procedure.</p>
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* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
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JP5777613B2 (en) * 2010-06-02 2015-09-09 株式会社ミクニ Accelerator device

Citations (7)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
GB190927124A (en) * 1909-11-22 1910-09-01 Augustus Burrows A Self Locking Attachment for Securing Handles or Grips to Bicycles, Go Carts and the like.
FR547219A (en) * 1922-02-14 1922-12-04 Le Tube Method and device for attaching handles to the ends of handlebars of cycles or the like
CH122492A (en) * 1926-12-16 1927-09-16 Barth Hans Bike handle lock.
FR1049245A (en) * 1952-01-19 1953-12-29 Improvements to rotary control handles for cycles, mopeds, motorcycles and other vehicles
GB816764A (en) * 1957-11-05 1959-07-15 Harry Dartnell Miles Improvements in or relating to hand-grips
US6035732A (en) * 1996-03-08 2000-03-14 Denso Corporation Starter having a ventilation passage
JP2004345382A (en) * 2003-05-20 2004-12-09 Honda Motor Co Ltd Handle grip device of motorcycle

Patent Citations (7)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
GB190927124A (en) * 1909-11-22 1910-09-01 Augustus Burrows A Self Locking Attachment for Securing Handles or Grips to Bicycles, Go Carts and the like.
FR547219A (en) * 1922-02-14 1922-12-04 Le Tube Method and device for attaching handles to the ends of handlebars of cycles or the like
CH122492A (en) * 1926-12-16 1927-09-16 Barth Hans Bike handle lock.
FR1049245A (en) * 1952-01-19 1953-12-29 Improvements to rotary control handles for cycles, mopeds, motorcycles and other vehicles
GB816764A (en) * 1957-11-05 1959-07-15 Harry Dartnell Miles Improvements in or relating to hand-grips
US6035732A (en) * 1996-03-08 2000-03-14 Denso Corporation Starter having a ventilation passage
JP2004345382A (en) * 2003-05-20 2004-12-09 Honda Motor Co Ltd Handle grip device of motorcycle

Cited By (1)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
JP5777613B2 (en) * 2010-06-02 2015-09-09 株式会社ミクニ Accelerator device

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