TWI820259B - Bicycle rear hub assembly and sprocket support body - Google Patents

Abstract

A bicycle rear hub assembly comprises a hub axle, a hub body, and a sprocket support body. The hub axle includes an axle through-bore that has a minimum inner diameter equal to or larger than 13 mm. The hub body is rotatably mounted on the hub axle about a rotational center axis of the bicycle rear hub assembly. The sprocket support body is rotatably mounted on the hub axle about the rotational center axis.

Description

Bicycle rear hub assembly and sprocket support body

The invention relates to a bicycle rear hub assembly.

Cycling is becoming an increasingly popular form of recreation as well as transportation. Additionally, cycling has become a very popular competitive sport for both amateurs and professionals. Whether the bicycle is used for recreation, transportation or competition, the bicycle industry is constantly improving the various components of the bicycle. One bicycle component that has been fully redesigned is the wheel hub assembly.

According to a first aspect of the present invention, a bicycle rear hub assembly includes a hub shaft, a hub body and a sprocket support body. The hub shaft includes a shaft through hole having a minimum inner diameter equal to or greater than 13 mm. The hub body is rotatably mounted on the hub axle around a central rotation axis of the bicycle rear hub assembly. The sprocket support body is rotatably mounted on the hub shaft around the rotation center axis.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the first aspect, it is possible to increase the strength of the bicycle transmission system around the rear wheel because a wheel fastening shaft with a larger outer diameter can be installed on the bicycle rear hub assembly. into the shaft through hole of the hub shaft.

According to a second aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the first aspect is configured such that the minimum inner diameter of the shaft through hole is equal to or greater than 14 mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the second aspect, it is possible to further increase the strength of the bicycle transmission system around the rear wheel because the wheel fastening shaft with a larger outer diameter can be installed on the bicycle rear hub. In the shaft through hole of the hub shaft of the assembly.

According to a third aspect of the invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the first aspect or the second aspect is configured such that the minimum inner diameter of the shaft through hole is equal to or less than 21 mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the third aspect, it is possible to obtain the necessary internal space between the sprocket support body and the hub shaft and between the hub body and the hub shaft, thereby improving the design of the bicycle rear hub assembly. Freedom of achievement.

According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to any one of the first to third aspects is configured such that the hub axle has a maximum outer diameter equal to or greater than 17 mm. diameter.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the fourth aspect, it is possible to enlarge the minimum inner diameter of the shaft through hole of the hub shaft, so as to increase the strength of the bicycle transmission system around the rear wheel.

According to a fifth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the fourth aspect is configured such that the maximum outer diameter of the hub shaft is equal to or greater than 20 mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the fifth aspect, it is possible to enlarge the minimum inner diameter of the shaft through hole of the hub shaft, so as to increase the strength of the bicycle transmission system around the rear wheel.

According to a sixth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the fifth aspect or the fifth aspect is configured such that the maximum outer diameter of the hub axle is equal to or less than 23 mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the sixth aspect, it is possible to obtain the necessary internal space between the sprocket support body and the hub shaft and between the hub body and the hub shaft, thereby improving the design of the bicycle rear hub assembly. Freedom of achievement.

According to a seventh aspect of the present invention, according to any one of the first aspect to the sixth aspect A bicycle rear hub assembly configured such that the sprocket support body includes at least ten external spline teeth configured to engage with a bicycle rear sprocket assembly, one of the at least ten external spline teeth Each has an external splined drive surface and an external splined non-drive surface.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the seventh aspect, the at least ten external spline teeth reduce the force applied to the at least ten external spline teeth compared to a sprocket support body including nine or less external spline teeth. The rotational force of each of the key teeth. This increases the durability of the sprocket support body and/or increases the freedom in selecting the material of the sprocket support body without reducing the durability of the sprocket support body.

According to an eighth aspect of the present invention, a bicycle rear hub assembly according to the seventh aspect is configured such that a total number of one of the at least ten external spline teeth is equal to or greater than 20.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the eighth aspect, it is possible to further improve the durability of the sprocket support body and/or further increase the degree of freedom in selecting the material of the sprocket support body without reducing the sprocket support body. Durability.

According to a ninth aspect of the invention, a bicycle rear hub assembly according to the seventh aspect is configured such that a total number of one of the at least ten external spline teeth is equal to or greater than 25.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the ninth aspect, it is possible to further improve the durability of the sprocket support body and/or further increase the degree of freedom in selecting the material of the sprocket support body without reducing the sprocket support body. Durability.

According to a tenth aspect of the invention, a bicycle rear hub assembly according to the seventh aspect is configured such that a total number of the at least ten external spline teeth is equal to or greater than 28.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the tenth aspect, it is possible to further improve the durability of the sprocket support body and/or further increase the degree of freedom in selecting the material of the sprocket support body without reducing the sprocket support body. Durability.

According to an eleventh aspect of the present invention, according to any one of the seventh aspect to the tenth aspect The bicycle rear hub assembly of the item is configured such that at least one of the at least ten external spline teeth has an axial spline tooth length equal to or less than 27 mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the eleventh aspect, it is possible to reduce the weight of the bicycle rear hub assembly.

According to a twelfth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the eleventh aspect is configured such that the axial spline tooth length is equal to or greater than 22 mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the twelfth aspect, it is possible to increase the speed level of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly.

According to a thirteenth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to any one of the seventh aspect to the twelfth aspect is configured such that: the at least ten external spline teeth have a a first outer pitch angle and a second outer pitch angle that is different from the first outer pitch angle.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the thirteenth aspect, it is possible to easily attach the bicycle rear sprocket assembly to the bicycle rear hub assembly in a correct circumferential position.

According to a fourteenth aspect of the present invention, a bicycle rear hub assembly according to any one of the seventh to thirteenth aspects is configured such that: one of the at least ten external spline teeth At least two external spline teeth are circumferentially arranged at a first external pitch angle relative to the central axis of rotation. The first outer peripheral pitch angle ranges from 5 degrees to 36 degrees.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the fourteenth aspect, it is possible to further improve the durability of the sprocket support body and/or further increase the degree of freedom in selecting the material of the sprocket support body without degrading the sprocket support body. of durability.

According to a fifteenth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the fourteenth aspect is configured such that the first outer circumferential pitch angle ranges from 10 degrees to 20 degrees.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the fifteenth aspect, it is possible to further improve The durability of the sprocket support body is improved and/or the freedom of selecting the material of the sprocket support body is further increased without reducing the durability of the sprocket support body.

According to a sixteenth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the fifteenth aspect is configured such that the first outer pitch angle is equal to or less than 15 degrees.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the sixteenth aspect, it is possible to further improve the durability of the sprocket support body and/or to further increase the degree of freedom in selecting the material of the sprocket support body without reducing the sprocket support body. of durability.

According to a seventeenth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to any one of the first to sixteenth aspects is configured such that: the sprocket support body includes a structure configured to At least one external spline tooth that engages a bicycle rear sprocket assembly. The at least one external spline tooth has an external spline tip diameter equal to or less than 34 mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the seventeenth aspect, it is possible to reduce the weight of the bicycle rear hub assembly.

According to an eighteenth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the seventeenth aspect is configured such that the outer spline top diameter is equal to or less than 33 mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the eighteenth aspect, it is possible to further reduce the weight of the bicycle rear hub assembly.

According to a nineteenth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the seventeenth aspect is configured such that the outer spline top diameter is equal to or greater than 29 mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the nineteenth aspect, it is possible to ensure the strength of the sprocket support body.

According to a twentieth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to any one of the first to nineteenth aspects is configured such that: the sprocket support body includes a structure configured to and A bicycle rear sprocket assembly engages at least one external spline tooth. The at least one external spline tooth has an external spline base diameter equal to or less than 32 mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the twentieth aspect, the bottom diameter of the external spline may increase the radial length of the transmission surface of at least one external spline tooth. This increases the strength of the sprocket support body.

According to a twenty-first aspect of the present invention, a bicycle rear hub assembly according to the twentieth aspect is configured such that the outer spline bottom diameter is equal to or less than 31 mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the twenty-first aspect, the bottom diameter of the external spline can increase the radial length of the transmission surface of at least one external spline tooth. This increases the strength of the sprocket support body.

According to a twenty-second aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the twentieth aspect or the twenty-first aspect is configured such that the outer spline base diameter is equal to or greater than 28 mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the twenty-second aspect, it is possible to ensure the strength of the sprocket support body.

According to a twenty-third aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to any one of the first aspect to the twenty-second aspect is configured such that: the sprocket support body includes a warp structure At least one external spline tooth shaped to engage a bicycle rear sprocket assembly. The at least one external spline tooth includes a plurality of external spline teeth including a plurality of external spline transmission surfaces to receive a transmission rotational force from the bicycle rear sprocket assembly during pedaling. The plurality of external spline transmission surfaces each includes a radially outermost edge, a radially innermost edge, and a radial length defined from the radially outermost edge to the radially innermost edge. A sum of the radial lengths of the plurality of external spline transmission surfaces is equal to or greater than 7 mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the twenty-third aspect, it is possible to increase the radial length of the plurality of external spline transmission surfaces. This increases the strength of the sprocket support body.

According to a twenty-fourth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the twenty-third aspect is configured such that the sum of the radial lengths is equal to or greater than 10 mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the twenty-fourth aspect, it is possible to further increase the radial length of the plurality of external spline transmission surfaces. This increases the strength of the sprocket support body.

According to a twenty-fifth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the twenty-third aspect is configured such that the sum of the radial lengths is equal to or greater than 15 mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the twenty-fifth aspect, it is possible to further increase the radial length of the plurality of external spline transmission surfaces. This increases the strength of the sprocket support body.

According to a twenty-sixth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to any one of the twenty-third aspect to the twenty-fifth aspect is configured such that: the radial lengths This sum is equal to or less than 36mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the twenty-sixth aspect, it is possible to improve the productivity of the sprocket support body.

According to a twenty-seventh aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to any one of the first aspect to the twenty-sixth aspect is configured such that: the hub body includes: a first a spoke mounting portion having a first axially outermost portion; a second spoke mounting portion having a second axially outermost portion; and a first axial length relative to the bicycle rear sprocket The central axis of rotation of the assembly is defined in an axial direction between the first axially outermost portion of the first spoke mounting portion and the second axially outermost portion of the second spoke mounting portion. The first axial length is equal to or greater than 55mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the twenty-seventh aspect, the first axial length Improve the strength of the wheel including the bicycle rear hub assembly.

According to a twenty-eighth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the twenty-seventh aspect is configured such that the first axial length is equal to or greater than 60 mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the twenty-eighth aspect, the first axial length further increases the strength of the wheel including the bicycle rear hub assembly.

According to a twenty-ninth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the twenty-seventh aspect is configured such that the first axial length is equal to or greater than 65 mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the twenty-ninth aspect, the first axial length further increases the strength of the wheel including the bicycle rear hub assembly.

According to a thirtieth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to any one of the first aspect to the twenty-ninth aspect is configured such that: the hub axle includes a first axial direction a frame abutment surface, a second axial frame abutment surface and a second axial length. The first axial frame abutting surface is configured to abut the bicycle rear sprocket assembly in an axial direction relative to the rotational center axis of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly in a state where the bicycle rear hub assembly is mounted to a bicycle frame. Bicycle frame part one. The second axial frame abutment surface is configured to abut a second portion of the bicycle frame in the axial direction in the state in which the bicycle rear hub assembly is mounted to the bicycle frame. The second axial length is defined in the axial direction between the first axial frame abutment surface and the second axial frame abutment surface. The second axial length is equal to or greater than 140 mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the thirtieth aspect, the second axial length enables the bicycle rear hub assembly to be attached to various types of bicycle frames while obtaining the effects of the first aspect.

According to a thirty-first aspect of the present invention, a bicycle rear hub according to the thirtieth aspect The assembly is configured such that the second axial length is equal to or greater than 145 mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the thirty-first aspect, the second axial length increases the freedom of selecting the first axial length and/or achieves a wider gear range of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly.

According to a thirty-second aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the thirtieth aspect is configured such that the second axial length is equal to or greater than 147 mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the thirty-second aspect, the second axial length increases the freedom of selecting the first axial length and/or achieves a wider gear range of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly.

According to a thirty-third aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to any one of the first aspect to the thirty-second aspect further includes a free wheel structure. The freewheel structure includes: a first ratchet member including at least one first ratchet tooth; and a second ratchet member including at least one ratchet member configured to engage the at least one first ratchet tooth in a torque-transmitting manner. A second ratchet tooth. The first ratchet member is configured to engage one of the hub body and the sprocket support body in a torque transmitting manner. The second ratchet member is configured to engage the other of the hub body and the sprocket support body in a torque-transmitting manner. At least one of the first ratchet member and the second ratchet member is movable relative to the hub shaft in an axial direction relative to the rotational center axis.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the thirty-third aspect, it is possible to further improve the transmission efficiency of the bicycle rear hub assembly and reduce the weight of the free wheel structure.

According to a thirty-fourth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the thirty-third aspect is configured such that: the at least one first ratchet tooth is disposed on an axial direction of the first ratchet member. On the surface. The at least one second ratchet tooth is disposed on an axial surface of the second ratchet member superior. The axial surface of the second ratchet member faces the axial surface of the first ratchet member.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the thirty-fourth aspect, it is possible to further improve the transmission efficiency of the bicycle rear hub assembly and reduce the weight of the free wheel structure.

According to a thirty-fifth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the thirty-third aspect or the thirty-fourth aspect is configured such that: the sprocket support body has a first One of the outer peripheral surfaces of a spiral spline. The first ratchet member is configured to engage the sprocket support body in a torque-transmitting manner and includes a second helical spline that mates with the first helical spline.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the thirty-fifth aspect, it is possible to smooth the engagement and/or disengagement between the first ratchet member and the second ratchet member.

According to a thirty-sixth aspect of the present invention, a bicycle rear hub assembly according to the thirty-fifth aspect is configured such that: the outer peripheral surface of the sprocket support body has a configuration configured to rotate in idle rotation. During this period, a guide portion of the first ratchet member is guided toward the hub body.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the thirty-sixth aspect, it is possible to reduce the noise generated in the free wheel structure during idle rotation.

According to a thirty-seventh aspect of the present invention, a bicycle rear hub assembly according to the thirty-sixth aspect is configured such that the guide portion guides the first ratchet toward the hub body during idle rotation. Component to release an engagement between the at least one first ratchet tooth and the at least one second ratchet tooth.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the thirty-seventh aspect, it is possible to further reduce the noise generated in the freewheel structure during idle rotation.

According to a thirty-eighth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the thirty-sixth aspect or the thirty-seventh aspect is configured such that the guide portion is positioned relative to the sprocket. The support body extends in at least one circumferential direction.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the thirty-eighth aspect, it is possible to further reduce the noise generated in the free wheel structure during idle rotation.

According to a thirty-ninth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to any one of the thirty-sixth aspect to the thirty-eighth aspect is configured such that: the guide portion is configured An obtuse angle is defined with the first helical spline.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the thirty-ninth aspect, it is possible to further reduce the noise generated in the free wheel structure during idle rotation.

According to a fortieth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to any one of the thirty-third aspect to the thirty-ninth aspect is configured such that: the first ratchet member and the Each of the second ratchet members has an annular shape.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the fortieth aspect, it is possible to further improve the transmission efficiency of the bicycle rear hub assembly and reduce the weight of the free wheel structure.

According to a forty-first aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to any one of the first to fortieth aspects further includes: a brake rotor support body, which includes a brake rotor support body configured to At least one additional external spline tooth that engages a bicycle brake rotor. The at least one additional external spline tooth has an additional external spline top diameter that is greater than the external spline top diameter.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the forty-first aspect, the brake rotor support body improves braking performance and simultaneously widens the gear range of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly mounted to the bicycle rear hub assembly, while obtaining the third Same effect. The brake rotor support body also improves the attachment and detachment properties of the bicycle brake rotor.

According to a forty-second aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to any one of the seventh aspect to the sixteenth aspect is configured such that: among the at least ten external spline teeth At least one of them is circumferentially symmetrical with respect to a reference line, which is at a distance relative to the central axis of rotation. A circumferential center point extending in the radial direction from the central axis of rotation to a radially outermost end of the at least one of the at least ten external spline teeth.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the forty-second aspect, it is possible to improve the productivity of the sprocket support body.

According to a forty-third aspect of the present invention, a bicycle rear hub assembly according to the forty-second aspect is configured such that at least one of the plurality of external spline transmission surfaces has a surface defined by the outer A first external spline surface angle between the spline transmission surface and a first radial line extending from a center axis of rotation of the bicycle rear hub assembly to the external spline transmission surface a radially outermost edge. The first external spline surface angle is equal to or less than 6 degrees.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the forty-third aspect, it is possible to increase the strength of the external spline transmission surface.

According to a forty-fourth aspect of the present invention, a bicycle rear hub assembly according to the forty-second aspect or the forty-third aspect is configured such that: one of the external spline non-drive surfaces At least one has a second outer spline surface angle defined between the outer spline non-drive surface and a second radial line from the center axis of rotation of the bicycle rear hub assembly Extending to one of the radially outermost edges of the external splined non-drive surface. The second external spline surface angle is equal to or less than 6 degrees.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the forty-fourth aspect, it is possible to improve the productivity of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly due to the symmetrical configuration between the external spline transmission surface and the external spline non-transmission surface.

According to a forty-fifth aspect of the present invention, a bicycle rear hub assembly includes a hub shaft, a hub body and a sprocket support body. The hub body surrounds the bicycle rear hub assembly A central axis of rotation is rotatably mounted on the hub shaft. The sprocket support body is rotatably mounted on the hub shaft around the rotation center axis. The sprocket support body includes at least ten external spline teeth configured to engage a bicycle rear sprocket assembly. Each of the at least ten external spline teeth has an external spline drive surface and an external spline non-drive surface. At least one of the at least ten external spline teeth is circumferentially symmetrical with respect to a reference line extending in a radial direction from the central axis of rotation to the at least ten external spline teeth with respect to the central axis of rotation. A circumferential center point of the radially outermost end of at least one of the key teeth.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the forty-fifth aspect, the at least ten external spline teeth are reduced to at least ten compared to the sprocket support body including nine or less external spline teeth. The rotational force of each of the external spline teeth. This increases the durability of the sprocket support body and/or increases the freedom in selecting the material of the sprocket support body without reducing the durability of the sprocket support body. Furthermore, the symmetrical shape improves the productivity of the sprocket support body. The forty-fifth aspect of the present invention can be combined with any one of the first to forty-fourth aspects.

According to a forty-sixth aspect of the present invention, a bicycle rear hub assembly according to the forty-fifth aspect is configured such that a total number of the at least ten external spline teeth is equal to or greater than 28.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the forty-sixth aspect, it is possible to improve the durability of the sprocket support body and/or to increase the degree of freedom in selecting the material of the sprocket support body without reducing the sprocket support body. Durability.

According to a forty-seventh aspect of the present invention, a bicycle rear hub assembly according to the forty-fifth aspect or the forty-sixth aspect is configured such that: at least one of the external spline transmission surfaces A surface has a first external spline surface angle defined between the external spline drive surface and a first radial line extending from a center axis of rotation of the bicycle rear hub assembly to The outer splined transmission surface is one of the radially outermost edges. The first external spline surface angle is equal to or less than 6 degrees.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the forty-seventh aspect, it is possible to increase the strength of the external spline transmission surface.

According to a forty-eighth aspect of the invention, a bicycle rear hub assembly according to the forty-seventh aspect is configured such that at least one of the external splined non-drive surfaces has a A second external spline surface angle between the splined non-driving surface and a second radial line extending from the center axis of rotation of the bicycle rear hub assembly to the external splined non-driving surface The radially outermost edge of one of the surfaces. The second external spline surface angle is equal to or less than 6 degrees.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the forty-eighth aspect, it is possible to improve the productivity of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly due to the symmetrical configuration between the external spline transmission surface and the external spline non-transmission surface.

According to a forty-ninth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to any one of the forty-fifth aspect to the forty-eighth aspect is configured such that: the at least ten external splines At least one of the teeth has an axial spline tooth length equal to or less than 27 mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the forty-ninth aspect, it is possible to reduce the weight of the sprocket support body.

According to a fiftieth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to any one of the seventh aspect to the tenth aspect is configured such that: at least one of the at least ten external spline teeth One has an axial spline tooth length equal to or less than 27 mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the fiftieth aspect, it is possible to reduce the weight of the sprocket support body.

According to a fifty-first aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the seventh aspect is configured such that a total number of the at least ten external spline teeth ranges from 22 to 24.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the fifty-first aspect, the total number of at least ten external spline teeth improves the durability of the sprocket support body and simultaneously increases the productivity of the bicycle rear hub assembly.

According to a fifty-second aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the thirteenth aspect is configured such that the first outer circumferential pitch angle ranges from 13 degrees to 17 degrees. The second outer peripheral pitch angle ranges from 28 degrees to 32 degrees.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the fifty-second aspect, it is possible to easily attach the bicycle rear sprocket assembly to the bicycle rear hub assembly in a correct circumferential position while improving the durability of the sprocket support body performance and productivity of bicycle rear hub assembly.

According to a fifty-third aspect of the present invention, a bicycle rear hub assembly according to the thirteenth aspect is configured such that the first outer pitch angle is half of the second outer pitch angle.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the fifty-third aspect, it is possible to easily attach the bicycle rear sprocket assembly to the bicycle rear hub assembly in a correct circumferential position.

According to a fifty-fourth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the fourteenth aspect is configured such that the first outer circumferential pitch angle ranges from 13 degrees to 17 degrees.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the fifty-fourth aspect, the first outer peripheral pitch angle improves the durability of the sprocket support body and simultaneously improves the productivity of the bicycle rear hub assembly.

According to a fifty-fifth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the forty-fifth aspect is configured such that: a total number of the at least ten external spline teeth ranges from 22 to 24 .

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the fifty-fifth aspect, the total number of at least ten external spline teeth improves the durability of the sprocket support body and simultaneously increases the productivity of the bicycle rear hub assembly.

According to a fifty-sixth aspect of the present invention, a bicycle rear hub assembly according to the twenty-third aspect is configured such that: the sum range of the radial lengths of the plurality of external spline transmission surfaces Between 11mm and 14mm.

In the case of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the fifty-sixth aspect, the sum of the radial lengths increases the strength of the sprocket support body within the range of improving the productivity of the bicycle rear hub assembly.

10:Bicycle transmission system

12:Bicycle rear hub assembly

14: Bicycle rear sprocket assembly

16:Bicycle brake rotor

18:Crank assembly

20:Bicycle chain

22:Crankshaft

24:Right crank arm

26:Left crank arm

27:Front sprocket

28: Sprocket support body

28A: Internal thread part

28B: First axial end

28C: Second axial end

28D: Axial sprocket adjoining surface

28E: Adjacent parts

28G: Guidance part

28H: First spiral spline

28I: Wheel hub indicator

28P: External peripheral surface

30: hub shaft

30A: Shaft through hole

30B: First shaft end

30B1: First axial frame adjoining surface

30C1: Second axial frame adjoining surface

30C: Second shaft end

30X: Shaft tube

30Y: first axis part

30Z: Second axis part

32:Lock component

32A: Tubular body

32A1: Internal peripheral surface

32B: External thread part

32C: Radial protrusion

32D: first axial end

32E: Second axial end

32F:Tool meshing part

32G: Engagement groove

34: Brake rotor support body

36: Wheel hub body

36A: First spoke installation part

36A1: First attachment hole

36B: Second spoke installation part

36B1: Second attachment hole

36C: The outermost part of the first axis

36D: The outermost part of the second axis

36F:Connection hole

36H: Freewheel housing

36R: Groove

36S: Internal peripheral surface

36T: First tooth

37:Sprocket support member

37A: Adhesive

38: Spacer

38A: First spacer

38B: Second spacer

38C:Third spacer

38D: The fourth spacer

38E:Fifth spacer

38F:Sixth spacer

38G: seventh spacer

39A:First ring

39B:Second ring

40: External spline teeth

40A: Radially outermost end

40G: Groove

40X: External spline teeth

41:Base support

42: Larger diameter part

42A: Axial end

44:Flange

46:Helical external spline teeth

48: External spline drive surface

48A: Radial outermost edge

48B: Radial innermost edge

50: External splined non-drive surface

50A: Radial outermost edge

50B: Radial innermost edge

50R: reference point

52:Extra external spline teeth

54: Additional base support

60: Hub meshing part

62:Support arm

62A: First attachment part

62B: Second attachment part

62C: Third attachment part

62D: Fourth attachment part

62E: Fifth attachment part

62F: Sixth attachment part

62G:Seventh attachment part

62H: The eighth attachment part

63: First torque transmission tooth

64: Internal spline teeth

64A: Radially innermost end

64G: Groove

65: Internal spline teeth

66: Internal spline transmission surface

66A: Radially outermost edge

66B: Radial innermost edge

68: Internal splined non-drive surface

68A: Radially outermost edge

68B: Radial innermost edge

68R: Reference point

76: Internal spline teeth

78: Free wheel structure

79A:First bearing

79B: Second bearing

80: First ratchet member

80A: First ratchet tooth

80H: Second spiral spline

80H1: Spiral internal spline teeth

80S: Axial surface

82: Second ratchet member

82A: Second ratchet tooth

82E: Hub body meshing part

82P: External peripheral surface

82S: Axial surface

82T:Protrusion

84:Offset member

84A: Curly body

84B: Connector

86: Spacer

86A:Middle part

86B:Connection part

88:Supporting members

90:Sliding member

92: Additional offset member

94: Storage components

96: Axial storage part

98: Radial storage part

100: Sealed structure

102:Internal space

A1: Central axis

AG11: First external spline surface angle

AG12: Second external spline surface angle

AG21: First internal spline surface angle

AG22: Second internal spline surface angle

AG28: obtuse angle

AL1: first axial length

AL2: Second axial length

AL3: Axial length of sprocket configuration

AL4: Extra axial length

AL5: Larger diameter axial length

BD1: minimum inner diameter

BD2: Maximum outer diameter

BD3: minimum outer diameter

BF: bicycle frame

BF1: first frame

BF2: Second frame

BF11: first groove

BF12:Part One

BF21: Second groove

BF22:Part 2

CL1: Reference line

CL2: Reference line

CP1: Circle center point

CP2: Circle center point

CPL: axial center plane

D1: Circumferential direction

D11: Transmission rotation direction

D12: Reverse rotation direction

D2: Axial direction

D21: first axial direction

D22: Second axial direction

DM11: External spline top diameter

DM12: External spline bottom diameter

DM13: outer diameter

DM14: Extra external spline top diameter

DM21: Internal spline top diameter

DM22: Internal spline bottom diameter

ED1: first outer diameter

ED2: second outer diameter

ED3: axial width

ED4: axial length

F1: Transmission rotation force

F2:Thrust

F3:Thrust

F5: Offset force

F6: Rotational friction

III-III: line

L11: first radial line

L12: Second radial line

L21: first radial line

L22: Second radial line

MD1: first minimum diameter

MD2: first minimum diameter

MD3: Second smallest diameter

MD4: Second smallest diameter

MD28: minimum outer diameter

MW1: maximum circumferential width

MW2: maximum circumferential width

PA11: First external pitch angle

PA12: Second external pitch angle

PA21: First internal pitch angle

PA22: Second internal pitch angle

PC1: pitch circle

PC2: pitch circle

PC3: pitch circle

PC4: pitch circle

PC5: pitch circle

PC6: pitch circle

PC7: pitch circle

PC8: pitch circle

PC9: pitch circle

PC10: pitch circle

PC11: pitch circle

PC12: pitch circle

PCD1: pitch circle diameter

PCD2: pitch circle diameter

PCD3: pitch circle diameter

PCD4: pitch circle diameter

PCD5: pitch circle diameter

PCD6: pitch circle diameter

PCD7: pitch circle diameter

PCD8: pitch circle diameter

PCD9: pitch circle diameter

PCD10: pitch circle diameter

PCD11: pitch circle diameter

PCD12: pitch circle diameter

RC11: First reference circle

RC12: External spline root circle

RC21: Second reference circle

RC22: Internal spline root circle

RL11: Radial length

RL12: additional radial length

RL21: Radial length

RL22: additional radial length

SK1: first spoke

SK2: Second spoke

SL1: Axial spline tooth length

SP1: first sprocket

SP1A: sprocket body

SP1B: sprocket teeth

SP1G: First to the inside

SP1H: first to the outside

SP1I: Sprocket indicator

SP1K: First opening

SP1T: First torque transmission structure

SP1T1: first torque transmission tooth

SP2: first sprocket

SP2A: sprocket body

SP2B: sprocket teeth

SP2F1: first shift promoting region

SP2F2: Second shift promoting region

SP2G: first to the outside

SP2H: First to the inside

SP2K:First opening

SP2M: First torque transmission structure

SP2R1: First Shift Promotes Groove

SP2R2: Second shift promoting groove

SP2T: Second torque transmission structure

SP2T1: Second torque transmission tooth

SP3: Second sprocket

SP3A: sprocket body

SP3B: sprocket teeth

SP3F1: first shift promoting region

SP3F2: Second shift promoting region

SP3K:Second opening

SP3R1: First Shift Promotes Groove

SP3R2: Second shift promoting groove

SP4: Second sprocket

SP4A: sprocket body

SP4B: sprocket teeth

SP4F1: first shift promoting region

SP4F2: Second shift promoting region

SP4K:Second opening

SP4R1: First Shift Boost Groove

SP4R2: Second shift boost groove

SP5: Extra sprocket

SP5A: sprocket body

SP5B: sprocket teeth

SP5F1: First shift promoting region

SP5F2: Second shift promoting region

SP5R1: First Shift Boost Groove

SP5R2: Second shift boost groove

SP6: Extra sprocket

SP6A: sprocket body

SP6B: sprocket teeth

SP6F1: first shift-promoting region

SP6F2: Second shift promoting region

SP6R1: First Shift Boost Groove

SP6R2: Second shift boost groove

SP7: Extra sprocket

SP7A: sprocket body

SP7B: sprocket teeth

SP7F1: first shift promoting region

SP7F2: Second shift promoting region

SP7R1: First Shift Boost Groove

SP7R2: Second shift boost groove

SP8: Extra sprocket

SP8A: sprocket body

SP8B: sprocket teeth

SP8F1: first shift promoting region

SP8F2: Second shift promoting region

SP8R1: First Shift Boost Groove

SP8R2: Second shift boost groove

SP9: Extra sprocket

SP9A: sprocket body

SP9B: sprocket teeth

SP9F1: first shift promoting region

SP9F2: Second shift promoting region

SP9R1: First shift boost groove

SP9R2: Second shift boost groove

SP10: Extra sprocket

SP10A: sprocket body

SP10B: sprocket teeth

SP10F1: First shift promotion area

SP10F2: Second shift promotion area

SP10R1: First shift boost groove

SP10R2: Second shift boost groove

SP11: Extra sprocket

SP11A: sprocket body

SP11B: sprocket teeth

SP11F1: First shift promotion region

SP11F2: Second shift promotion region

SP11R1: First Shift Boost Groove

SP11R2: Second shift boost groove

SP12: Extra sprocket

SP12A: sprocket body

SP12B: sprocket teeth

SP12F1: First shift promotion region

SP12F2: Second shift promotion region

SP12R1: First shift boost groove

SP12R2: Second shift boost groove

SP13: Extra sprocket

SP13A: sprocket body

SP13B: sprocket teeth

SP13R: Coupling component

T1: pedaling torque

T2: Idling torque

TD12: Maximum tooth tip diameter

WS: wheel fastening structure

WS1: Fastening rod

XLV-XLV: line

A more complete evaluation of the present invention and its many attendant advantages will readily be obtained, and likewise become better understood, with reference to the following embodiments when considered in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of a bicycle transmission system according to an embodiment.

FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view of the bicycle transmission system illustrated in FIG. 1 .

3 is a cross-sectional view of the bicycle transmission system taken along line III-III of FIG. 2 .

FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the bicycle rear hub assembly of the bicycle transmission system illustrated in FIG. 2 having a locking member of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly.

FIG. 5 is a side view of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly of the bicycle transmission system illustrated in FIG. 1 .

FIG. 6 is an enlarged cross-sectional view of the bicycle transmission system illustrated in FIG. 4 .

FIG. 7 is a side view of the sprocket of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly illustrated in FIG. 5 .

FIG. 8 is a side view of the sprocket of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly illustrated in FIG. 5 .

FIG. 9 is a side view of the sprocket of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly illustrated in FIG. 5 .

FIG. 10 is a side view of the first sprocket of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly illustrated in FIG. 5 .

FIG. 11 is a side view of the sprocket of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly illustrated in FIG. 5 .

FIG. 12 is a side view of the sprocket of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly illustrated in FIG. 5 .

FIG. 13 is a side view of the sprocket of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly illustrated in FIG. 5 .

FIG. 14 is a side view of the sprocket of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly illustrated in FIG. 5 .

FIG. 15 is a side view of the sprocket of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly illustrated in FIG. 5 .

FIG. 16 is a side view of the sprocket of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly illustrated in FIG. 5 .

FIG. 17 is a side view of the sprocket of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly illustrated in FIG. 5 .

FIG. 18 is a side view of the sprocket of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly illustrated in FIG. 5 .

FIG. 19 is an exploded perspective view of the rear sprocket assembly of the bicycle illustrated in FIG. 5 .

20 is a perspective view of the sprocket support body of the bicycle rear hub assembly illustrated in FIG. 4 .

FIG. 21 is another perspective view of the sprocket support body of the bicycle rear hub assembly illustrated in FIG. 4 .

FIG. 22 is a rear view of the sprocket support body of the bicycle rear hub assembly illustrated in FIG. 4 .

FIG. 23 is a side view of the sprocket support body of the bicycle rear hub assembly illustrated in FIG. 4 .

Figure 24 is a side view of the sprocket support body of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the modification.

Figure 25 is an enlarged cross-sectional view of the sprocket support body illustrated in Figure 23.

Figure 26 is a cross-sectional view of the sprocket support body illustrated in Figure 23.

Figure 27 is a perspective view of the bicycle rear hub assembly illustrated in Figure 4.

Figure 28 is a side view of the bicycle rear hub assembly illustrated in Figure 4.

FIG. 29 is a rear view of the bicycle rear hub assembly illustrated in FIG. 4 .

FIG. 30 is an exploded perspective view of the sprocket support body and a plurality of spacers of the bicycle rear hub assembly illustrated in FIG. 4 .

Figure 31 is an enlarged partial cross-sectional view of the bicycle transmission system illustrated in Figure 4.

Figure 32 is another side view of the sprocket illustrated in Figure 8.

Figure 33 is a side view of the sprocket illustrated in Figure 9.

Figure 34 is a side view of the sprocket illustrated in Figure 9 according to a modification.

Figure 35 is an enlarged cross-sectional view of the sprocket illustrated in Figure 29.

Figure 36 is another cross-sectional view of the sprocket illustrated in Figure 29.

Figure 37 is another cross-sectional view of the bicycle transmission system illustrated in Figure 2.

Figure 38 is an exploded perspective view of the sprocket illustrated in Figures 7 and 8.

Figure 39 is another exploded perspective view of the sprocket illustrated in Figures 7 and 8.

FIG. 40 is an exploded perspective view of a portion of the bicycle rear hub assembly illustrated in FIG. 4 .

Figure 41 is an exploded perspective view of a portion of the bicycle rear hub assembly illustrated in Figure 40.

Figure 42 is an exploded perspective view of a portion of the bicycle rear hub assembly illustrated in Figure 40.

Figure 43 is an exploded perspective view of a portion of the bicycle rear hub assembly illustrated in Figure 40.

Figure 44 is a partial cross-sectional view of the bicycle rear hub assembly illustrated in Figure 40.

Figure 45 is a cross-sectional view of the bicycle rear hub assembly taken along line XLV-XLV in Figure 44.

Figure 46 is a perspective view of a spacer between rear hub assemblies of the bicycle illustrated in Figure 40.

Figure 47 is another perspective view of the spacer between the rear wheel hub assemblies of the bicycle illustrated in Figure 40.

48 is a schematic diagram showing the action (stepping) of the first ratchet member and the sprocket support body of the bicycle hub rear assembly illustrated in FIG. 40 .

49 is a schematic diagram showing the functions (idling) of the first ratchet member and the sprocket support body of the bicycle rear hub assembly illustrated in FIG. 40 .

Figure 50 is an enlarged cross-sectional view of the sprocket support body according to the modification.

Figure 51 is an enlarged cross-sectional view of the sprocket according to the modification.

Figure 52 is a side view of the sprocket support body of the bicycle rear hub assembly according to the modification.

Figure 53 is an enlarged cross-sectional view of the sprocket support body illustrated in Figure 52.

Figure 54 is an exploded perspective view of the sprocket of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly according to the modification.

Figure 55 is another exploded perspective view of the sprocket of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly according to the modification.

Figure 56 is a side view of the sprocket of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly according to the modification.

Figure 57 is a side view of the sprocket of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly according to the modification.

Figure 58 is a side view of the sprocket of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly according to the modification.

Figure 59 is a side view of the sprocket illustrated in Figure 57.

Figure 60 is an enlarged cross-sectional view of the sprocket illustrated in Figure 57.

61 is a partial side view of a sprocket support member of a modified bicycle rear sprocket assembly.

Figure 62 is a cross-sectional view of a bicycle transmission system according to modifications.

Cross-references to related applications

This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. Patent Application No. 15/712,407 filed on September 22, 2017. The contents of this application are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety.

Embodiments will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings, wherein like reference numerals designate corresponding or identical elements throughout the various views.

Referring first to FIG. 1 , a bicycle transmission system 10 according to an embodiment includes a bicycle rear hub assembly 12 and a bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 . The bicycle rear hub assembly 12 is fastened to the bicycle frame BF. The bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 is installed on the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 . The bicycle brake rotor 16 is installed on the rear wheel hub assembly 12 of the bicycle.

The bicycle transmission system 10 further includes a crank assembly 18 and a bicycle chain 20 . The crank assembly 18 includes a crankshaft 22 , a right crank arm 24 , a left crank arm 26 and a front sprocket 27 . Right crank arm 24 and left crank arm 26 are secured to crankshaft 22 . The front sprocket 27 is secured to at least one of the crankshaft 22 and the right crank arm 24 . The bicycle chain 20 is engaged with the front sprocket 27 and the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 to transmit the pedaling force from the front sprocket 27 to the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 . Crank assembly 18 including front chain Wheel 27 serves as a single sprocket in the illustrated embodiment. However, the crank assembly 18 may include a plurality of front sprockets. Bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 is a rear sprocket assembly. However, the structure of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 can be applied to the front sprocket.

In this application, the following directional terms "front", "back", "forward", "backward", "left", "right", "lateral", "upward" and "downward" and any other Similar directional terms refer to directions based on a user (eg, a rider) sitting on the saddle (not shown) of a bicycle and facing the handlebars (not shown). Accordingly, these terms, when used to describe a bicycle drivetrain 10 , a bicycle rear hub assembly 12 , or a bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 , shall refer to a bicycle drivetrain equipped as used in an upright riding position on a horizontal surface. 10. The bicycle rear hub assembly 12 or the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 shall be interpreted.

As seen in FIG. 2 , the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 and the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 have a rotation center axis A1. The bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 is rotatably supported by the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 about the rotation center axis A1 relative to the bicycle frame BF (Fig. 1). The bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 is configured to engage the bicycle chain 20 so that transmission rotational force F1 is transmitted between the bicycle chain 20 and the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 during pedaling. During pedaling, the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 rotates around the rotation center axis A1 in the transmission rotation direction D11. The transmission rotation direction D11 is defined along the circumferential direction D1 of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 or the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 . The reverse rotation direction D12 is the opposite direction of the transmission rotation direction D11 and is defined along the circumferential direction D1.

As seen in Figure 2, the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 includes a sprocket support body 28. The bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 is configured to mount to the sprocket support body 28 of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 . The bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 is installed on the sprocket support body 28 to transmit the transmission rotation force F1 between the sprocket support body 28 and the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 . Bicycle rear hub assembly 12 includes hub Axis 30. The sprocket support body 28 is rotatably mounted on the upper hub shaft 30 around the rotation center axis A1. The bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 further includes a locking member 32 . The locking member 32 is secured to the sprocket support body 28 to retain the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 relative to the sprocket support body 28 in an axial direction D2 relative to the rotational center axis A1.

As seen in Figure 3, the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 is fastened to the bicycle frame BF by the wheel fastening structure WS. The hub shaft 30 includes a shaft through hole 30A. The fastening rod WS1 of the wheel fastening structure WS extends through the shaft through hole 30A of the hub shaft 30 . The hub shaft 30 includes a first shaft end 30B and a second shaft end 30C. The hub shaft 30 extends along the rotation center axis A1 between the first shaft end 30B and the second shaft end 30C. The first shaft end 30B is disposed in the first groove BF11 of the first frame BF1 of the bicycle frame BF. The second shaft end 30C is disposed in the second groove BF21 of the second frame BF2 of the bicycle frame BF. The hub shaft 30 is held between the first frame BF1 and the second frame BF2 by the wheel fastening structure WS. The wheel fastening structure WS includes structures known from the claimed bicycle. Therefore, for the sake of brevity, it will not be described in detail here.

In this embodiment, the shaft through hole 30A has a minimum inner diameter BD1 equal to or greater than 13 mm. The minimum inner diameter BD1 of the shaft through hole 30A is preferably equal to or greater than 14 mm. The minimum inner diameter BD1 of the shaft through hole 30A is preferably equal to or less than 21 mm. In this embodiment, the minimum inner diameter BD1 of the shaft through hole 30A is 15 mm. However, the minimum inner diameter BD1 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

The hub shaft 30 has a maximum outer diameter BD2 equal to or greater than 17 mm. The maximum outer diameter BD2 of the hub shaft 30 is preferably equal to or greater than 20 mm. The maximum outer diameter BD2 of the hub shaft 30 is preferably equal to or less than 23 mm. In this embodiment, the maximum outer diameter BD2 of the hub shaft 30 is 21 mm. However, the maximum outer diameter BD2 of the hub shaft 30 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range. The hub shaft 30 has a minimum outer diameter BD3 equal to or greater than 15 mm. The minimum outer diameter BD3 is preferably equal to or greater than 17 mm. The minimum outer diameter BD3 is preferably equal to or less than 19 mm. In this embodiment, hub axle 30 The minimum outer diameter BD3 is 17.6mm. However, the minimum outer diameter BD3 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

The hub shaft 30 includes a shaft tube 30X, a first shaft part 30Y and a second shaft part 30Z. The shaft tube 30X has a tubular shape and extends along the rotation center axis A1. The first shaft portion 30Y is fastened to the first end of the shaft tube 30X. The second shaft portion 30Z is fastened to the second end of the shaft tube 30X. At least one of the first shaft part 30Y and the second shaft part 30Z may be integrally provided with the shaft tube 30X.

As seen in FIGS. 3 and 4 , the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 further includes a brake rotor support body 34 . The brake rotor support body 34 is rotatably mounted on the hub shaft 30 about the rotation center axis A1. The brake rotor support body 34 is coupled to the bicycle brake rotor 16 ( FIG. 1 ) to transfer brake rotational force from the bicycle brake rotor 16 to the brake rotor support body 34 .

As seen in FIG. 4 , the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 includes a hub body 36 . The hub body 36 is rotatably mounted on the hub shaft 30 around the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 . In this embodiment, the sprocket support body 28 is a separate component from the hub body 36 . The brake rotor support body 34 is integrally provided with the hub body 36 as a one-piece unitary member. However, the sprocket support body 28 may be provided integrally with the hub body 36 . Brake rotor support body 34 may be a separate component from hub body 36 . For example, the hub body 36 is made of a metallic material including aluminum.

As seen in Figure 5, the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 includes a plurality of bicycle sprockets. The plurality of bicycle sprockets include a first sprocket and a second sprocket. In this embodiment, the plurality of bicycle sprockets includes a plurality of first sprockets SP1 and SP2 provided as first sprockets. The plurality of bicycle sprockets also includes a plurality of second sprockets SP3 and SP4 provided as second sprockets. The plurality of bicycle sprockets includes additional sprockets. In this embodiment, the plurality of bicycle sprockets includes a plurality of additional sprockets SP5 to SP12. However, the total number of first sprockets is not limited to this embodiment. The total number of second sprockets is not limited to this embodiment. The total number of additional sprockets is not limited to this embodiment. In addition, no. A sprocket SP1 and SP2 may be integrally formed as a one-piece unitary member, with the first sprocket SP1 being a separate sprocket from the first sprocket SP2 in this embodiment. Similarly, the second sprockets SP3 and SP4 can be integrally formed as a single-piece integral component, and the second sprocket SP3 is a sprocket separated from the second sprocket SP4 in this embodiment.

For example, the total number of the plurality of bicycle sprockets is equal to or greater than 10. The total number of bicycle sprockets may be equal to or greater than 11. The total number of bicycle sprockets may be equal to or greater than 12. In this embodiment, the total number of bicycle sprockets is twelve. However, the total number of bicycle sprockets is not limited to this embodiment. For example, the total number of the plurality of bicycle sprockets may be 13, 14, or equal to or greater than 15.

In this embodiment, the first sprocket SP1 is the smallest sprocket in the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 . The extra sprocket SP12 is the largest sprocket among the 14 rear sprockets of the bicycle. The first sprocket SP2 corresponds to the high-speed gear in the rear sprocket assembly 14 of the bicycle. The extra sprocket SP12 corresponds to the low speed gear in the rear sprocket assembly 14 of the bicycle.

As seen in Figure 5, the first sprocket SP1 has a pitch circle diameter PCD1. The first sprocket SP2 has a pitch circle diameter PCD2. The second sprocket SP3 has a pitch circle diameter PCD3. The second sprocket SP4 has a pitch circle diameter PCD4. The additional sprocket SP5 has a pitch circle diameter PCD5. The additional sprocket SP6 has a pitch circle diameter PCD6. The additional sprocket SP7 has a pitch circle diameter PCD7. The additional sprocket SP8 has a pitch circle diameter PCD8. The additional sprocket SP9 has a pitch circle diameter PCD9. The additional sprocket SP10 has a pitch circle diameter PCD10. The additional sprocket SP11 has a pitch circle diameter PCD11. The additional sprocket SP12 has a pitch circle diameter PCD12.

The first sprocket SP1 has a pitch circle PC1 having a pitch circle diameter PCD1. The first sprocket SP2 has a pitch circle PC2 having a pitch circle diameter PCD2. The second sprocket SP3 has a pitch circle PC3 having a pitch circle diameter PCD3. The second sprocket SP4 has a pitch circle PC4 having a pitch circle diameter PCD4. extra sprocket SP5 has a pitch circle PC5 with a pitch circle diameter PCD5. The additional sprocket SP6 has a pitch circle PC6 with a pitch circle diameter PCD6. The additional sprocket SP7 has a pitch circle PC7 with a pitch circle diameter PCD7. The additional sprocket SP8 has a pitch circle PC8 with a pitch circle diameter PCD8. The additional sprocket SP9 has a pitch circle PC9 with a pitch circle diameter PCD9. The additional sprocket SP10 has a pitch circle PC10 with a pitch circle diameter PCD10. The additional sprocket SP11 has a pitch circle PC11 with a pitch circle diameter PCD11. The additional sprocket SP12 has a pitch circle PC12 with a pitch circle diameter PCD12.

The pitch circle PC1 of the first sprocket SP1 is defined by the central axis of the pin of the bicycle chain 20 (Fig. 2) which meshes with the first sprocket SP1. Define pitch circles PC2 to PC12 and pitch circle PC1. Therefore, for the sake of brevity, it will not be described in detail here.

In this embodiment, the pitch circle diameter PCD1 is smaller than the pitch circle diameter PCD2. The pitch circle diameter PCD2 is smaller than the pitch circle diameter PCD3. The pitch circle diameter PCD3 is smaller than the pitch circle diameter PCD4. The pitch circle diameter PCD4 is smaller than the pitch circle diameter PCD5. The pitch circle diameter PCD5 is smaller than the pitch circle diameter PCD6. The pitch circle diameter PCD6 is smaller than the pitch circle diameter PCD7. The pitch circle diameter PCD7 is smaller than the pitch circle diameter PCD8. The pitch circle diameter PCD8 is smaller than the pitch circle diameter PCD9. The pitch circle diameter PCD9 is smaller than the pitch circle diameter PCD10. The pitch circle diameter PCD10 is smaller than the pitch circle diameter PCD11. The pitch circle diameter PCD11 is smaller than the pitch circle diameter PCD12.

The pitch circle diameter PCD1 is the minimum pitch circle diameter in the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 . The pitch circle diameter PCD12 is the maximum pitch circle diameter in the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 . The first sprocket SP1 corresponds to the high-speed gear in the rear sprocket assembly 14 of the bicycle. The extra sprocket SP12 corresponds to the low speed gear in the rear sprocket assembly 14 of the bicycle. However, the first sprocket SP1 may correspond to another gear in the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 . The additional sprocket SP12 may correspond to another gear in the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 .

As seen in Figure 6, the first sprocket SP2 is relative to the rotation center of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 The axis A1 is adjacent to the first sprocket SP1 in the axial direction D2 without another sprocket between the first sprockets SP1 and SP2. The second sprocket SP3 is adjacent to the first sprocket SP2 in the axial direction D2 with respect to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14, and there is no other sprocket between the first sprocket SP2 and the second sprocket SP3. One sprocket. The second sprocket SP4 is adjacent to the second sprocket SP3 in the axial direction D2 with respect to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14, and there is no other sprocket between the second sprocket SP3 and the second sprocket SP4. One sprocket. The first sprockets SP1 and SP2, the second sprocket SP3, the second sprocket SP4 and the additional sprockets SP5 to SP12 are arranged in this order in the axial direction D2.

As seen in FIG. 7 , the first sprocket SP1 includes a sprocket body SP1A and a plurality of sprocket teeth SP1B. A plurality of sprocket teeth SP1B extend radially outward from the sprocket body SP1A relative to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 . The total number of teeth of the first sprocket SP1 (the total number of at least one sprocket tooth SP1B) is equal to or less than 10. In this embodiment, the total number of at least one sprocket tooth SP1B of the first sprocket SP1 is ten. However, the total number of sprocket teeth SP1B of the first sprocket SP1 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

As seen in FIG. 8 , the first sprocket SP2 includes a sprocket body SP2A and a plurality of sprocket teeth SP2B. A plurality of sprocket teeth SP2B extend radially outward from the sprocket body SP2A relative to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 . In this embodiment, the total number of at least one sprocket tooth SP2B is twelve. However, the total number of sprocket teeth SP2B of the first sprocket SP2 is not limited to this embodiment.

The first sprocket SP2 includes at least one first shift promotion area SP2F1 to facilitate the first shifting operation of the bicycle chain 20 from the first sprocket SP2 to the first sprocket SP1. The first sprocket SP2 includes at least one second shift promotion area SP2F2 to facilitate the second shift operation of the bicycle chain 20 from the first sprocket SP1 to the first sprocket SP2. In this embodiment, the first sprocket SP2 includes a plurality of first shift promotion areas SP2F1 to facilitate the first shift operation. First Sprocket SP2 Package A plurality of second shift promotion areas SP2F2 are included for promoting the second shift operation. However, the total number of first shift promotion areas SP2F1 is not limited to this embodiment. The total number of second shift promotion areas SP2F2 is not limited to this embodiment. The term "shift-facilitating area" as used herein is intended to be an area intentionally designed to facilitate the shifting operation of a bicycle chain from a sprocket to another axially adjacent sprocket in that area.

In this embodiment, the first sprocket SP2 includes a plurality of first displacement promoting grooves SP2R1 to promote the first displacement operation. The first sprocket SP2 includes a plurality of second displacement promoting grooves SP2R2 to promote the second displacement operation. The first displacement promotion groove SP2R1 is provided in the first displacement promotion area SP2F1. However, the first displacement promotion area SP2F1 may include another structure instead of or in addition to the first displacement promotion groove SP2R1. The second displacement promoting area SP2F2 may include another structure in place of or in addition to the second displacement promoting groove SP2R2.

As seen in FIG. 9 , the second sprocket SP3 includes a sprocket body SP3A and a plurality of sprocket teeth SP3B. A plurality of sprocket teeth SP3B extend radially outward from the sprocket body SP3A relative to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 . In this embodiment, the total number of at least one sprocket tooth SP3B is fourteen. However, the total number of sprocket teeth SP3B of the second sprocket SP3 is not limited to this embodiment.

The second sprocket SP3 includes at least one first shift promotion area SP3F1 to facilitate the first shifting operation of the bicycle chain 20 from the second sprocket SP3 to the first sprocket SP2 (FIG. 6). The second sprocket SP3 includes at least one second shift promotion area SP3F2 to facilitate the second shifting operation of the bicycle chain 20 from the first sprocket SP2 (Fig. 6) to the second sprocket SP3. In this embodiment, the second sprocket SP3 includes a plurality of first shift promotion areas SP3F1 to promote the first shift operation. The second sprocket SP3 includes a plurality of second shift promotion areas SP3F2 to promote the second shift operation. However, the total number of first shift promotion areas SP3F1 is not limited to this embodiment. second shift promotion The total number of areas SP3F2 is not limited to this embodiment.

In this embodiment, the second sprocket SP3 includes a plurality of first displacement promoting grooves SP3R1 to promote the first displacement operation. The second sprocket SP3 includes a plurality of second displacement promoting grooves SP3R2 to promote the second displacement operation. The first displacement promotion groove SP3R1 is provided in the first displacement promotion area SP3F1. However, the first displacement promotion area SP3F1 may include another structure instead of or in addition to the first displacement promotion groove SP3R1. The second displacement promoting area SP3F2 may include another structure in place of or in addition to the second displacement promoting groove SP3R2.

As seen in FIG. 10 , the second sprocket SP4 includes a sprocket body SP4A and a plurality of sprocket teeth SP4B. A plurality of sprocket teeth SP4B extend radially outward from the sprocket body SP4A relative to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 . In this embodiment, the total number of at least one sprocket tooth SP4B is sixteen. However, the total number of sprocket teeth SP4B of the second sprocket SP4 is not limited to this embodiment.

The second sprocket SP4 includes at least one first shift promotion area SP4F1 to facilitate the first shifting operation of the bicycle chain 20 from the second sprocket SP4 to the second sprocket SP3. The second sprocket SP4 includes at least one second shift promotion area SP4F2 to facilitate the second shift operation of the bicycle chain 20 from the second sprocket SP3 to the second sprocket SP4. In this embodiment, the second sprocket SP4 includes a plurality of first shift promotion areas SP4F1 to facilitate the first shift operation. The second sprocket SP4 includes a plurality of second shift promotion areas SP4F2 to promote the second shift operation. However, the total number of first shift promotion areas SP4F1 is not limited to this embodiment. The total number of second shift promotion areas SP4F2 is not limited to this embodiment.

In this embodiment, the second sprocket SP4 includes a plurality of first displacement promoting grooves SP4R1 to promote the first displacement operation. The second sprocket SP4 includes a plurality of second displacement promoting grooves SP4R2 to promote the second displacement operation. The first displacement promotion groove SP4R1 is provided in the first displacement promotion groove SP4R1. Enter area SP4F1. However, the first displacement promotion area SP4F1 may include another structure instead of or in addition to the first displacement promotion groove SP4R1. The second displacement promoting area SP4F2 may include another structure in place of or in addition to the second displacement promoting groove SP4R2.

As seen in Figure 11, the additional sprocket SP5 includes a sprocket body SP5A and a plurality of sprocket teeth SP5B. A plurality of sprocket teeth SP5B extend radially outward from the sprocket body SP5A relative to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 . In this embodiment, the total number of at least one sprocket tooth SP5B is eighteen. However, the total number of sprocket teeth SP5B of the additional sprocket SP5 is not limited to this embodiment.

The additional sprocket SP5 includes at least one first shift promotion area SP5F1 to facilitate the first shifting operation of the bicycle chain 20 from the additional sprocket SP5 to the adjacent smaller sprocket SP4. The additional sprocket SP5 includes at least one second shift promotion area SP5F2 to facilitate the second shifting operation of the bicycle chain 20 from the adjacent smaller sprocket SP4 to the additional sprocket SP5. The adjacent smaller sprocket SP4 is adjacent to the additional sprocket SP5 in the axial direction D2 with respect to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14, and between the additional sprocket SP5 and the adjacent smaller sprocket SP4 There is no other sprocket. In this embodiment, the additional sprocket SP5 includes a plurality of first shift promotion areas SP5F1 to facilitate the first shift operation. The additional sprocket SP5 includes a plurality of second shift promotion areas SP5F2 to facilitate the second shift operation. However, the total number of first shift promotion areas SP5F1 is not limited to this embodiment. The total number of second shift promotion areas SP5F2 is not limited to this embodiment.

In this embodiment, the additional sprocket SP5 includes a plurality of first displacement promoting grooves SP5R1 to promote the first displacement operation. The additional sprocket SP5 includes a plurality of second shift-promoting grooves SP5R2 to facilitate the second shifting operation. The first displacement promotion groove SP5R1 is provided in the first displacement promotion area SP5F1. The second displacement promotion groove SP5R2 is provided in the second displacement promotion area SP5F2. However, the first shift-promoting region SP5F1 may include another structure instead or in addition to The first shift promotes groove SP5R1. The second displacement promoting area SP5F2 may include another structure in place of or in addition to the second displacement promoting groove SP5R2.

As seen in FIG. 12 , the additional sprocket SP6 includes a sprocket body SP6A and a plurality of sprocket teeth SP6B. A plurality of sprocket teeth SP6B extend radially outward from the sprocket body SP6A relative to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 . In this embodiment, the total number of at least one sprocket tooth SP6B is 21. However, the total number of sprocket teeth SP6B of the additional sprocket SP6 is not limited to this embodiment.

The additional sprocket SP6 includes at least one first shift promotion area SP6F1 to facilitate the first shifting operation of the bicycle chain 20 from the additional sprocket SP6 to the adjacent smaller sprocket SP5. The additional sprocket SP6 includes at least one second shift promotion area SP6F2 to facilitate the second shifting operation of the bicycle chain 20 from the adjacent smaller sprocket SP5 to the additional sprocket SP6. The adjacent smaller sprocket SP5 is adjacent to the additional sprocket SP6 in the axial direction D2 with respect to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14, and between the additional sprocket SP6 and the adjacent smaller sprocket SP5 There is no other sprocket. In this embodiment, the additional sprocket SP6 includes a plurality of first shift promotion areas SP6F1 to facilitate the first shift operation. The additional sprocket SP6 includes a plurality of second shift promotion areas SP6F2 to facilitate the second shift operation. However, the total number of first shift promotion areas SP6F1 is not limited to this embodiment. The total number of second shift promotion areas SP6F2 is not limited to this embodiment.

In this embodiment, the additional sprocket SP6 includes a plurality of first displacement promoting grooves SP6R1 to promote the first displacement operation. The additional sprocket SP6 includes a plurality of second shift-promoting grooves SP6R2 to facilitate the second shifting operation. The first displacement promotion groove SP6R1 is provided in the first displacement promotion area SP6F1. The second displacement promotion groove SP6R2 is provided in the second displacement promotion area SP6F2. However, the first displacement promotion area SP6F1 may include another structure instead of or in addition to the first displacement promotion groove SP6R1. The second shift promotion region SP6F2 may include another structure instead of Generation or complementation of the second shift-promoting groove SP6R2.

As seen in Figure 13, the additional sprocket SP7 includes a sprocket body SP7A and a plurality of sprocket teeth SP7B. A plurality of sprocket teeth SP7B extend radially outward from the sprocket body SP7A relative to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 . In this embodiment, the total number of at least one sprocket tooth SP7B is twenty-four. However, the total number of sprocket teeth SP7B of the additional sprocket SP7 is not limited to this embodiment.

The additional sprocket SP7 includes at least one first shift promotion area SP7F1 to facilitate the first shifting operation of the bicycle chain 20 from the additional sprocket SP7 to the adjacent smaller sprocket SP6. The additional sprocket SP7 includes at least one second shift promotion area SP7F2 to facilitate the second shifting operation of the bicycle chain 20 from the adjacent smaller sprocket SP6 to the additional sprocket SP7. The adjacent smaller sprocket SP6 is adjacent to the additional sprocket SP7 in the axial direction D2 with respect to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14, and between the additional sprocket SP7 and the adjacent smaller sprocket SP6 There is no other sprocket. In this embodiment, the additional sprocket SP7 includes a plurality of first shift promotion areas SP7F1 to facilitate the first shift operation. The additional sprocket SP7 includes a plurality of second shift promotion areas SP7F2 to facilitate the second shift operation. However, the total number of first shift promotion areas SP7F1 is not limited to this embodiment. The total number of second shift promotion areas SP7F2 is not limited to this embodiment.

In this embodiment, the additional sprocket SP7 includes a plurality of first shift promoting grooves SP7R1 to facilitate the first shifting operation. The additional sprocket SP7 includes a plurality of second shift-promoting grooves SP7R2 to facilitate the second shifting operation. The first displacement promotion groove SP7R1 is provided in the first displacement promotion area SP7F1. The second displacement promotion groove SP7R2 is provided in the second displacement promotion area SP7F2. However, the first displacement promotion area SP7F1 may include another structure instead of or in addition to the first displacement promotion groove SP7R1. The second displacement promoting area SP7F2 may include another structure in place of or in addition to the second displacement promoting groove SP7R2.

As seen in Figure 14, the additional sprocket SP8 includes a sprocket body SP8A and a plurality of sprocket teeth SP8B. A plurality of sprocket teeth SP8B extend radially outward from the sprocket body SP8A relative to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 . In this embodiment, the total number of at least one sprocket tooth SP8B is 28. However, the total number of sprocket teeth SP8B of the additional sprocket SP8 is not limited to this embodiment.

The additional sprocket SP8 includes at least one first shift promotion area SP8F1 to facilitate the first shifting operation of the bicycle chain 20 from the additional sprocket SP8 to the adjacent smaller sprocket SP7. The additional sprocket SP8 includes at least one second shift promotion area SP8F2 to facilitate the second shifting operation of the bicycle chain 20 from the adjacent smaller sprocket SP7 to the additional sprocket SP8. The adjacent smaller sprocket SP7 is adjacent to the additional sprocket SP8 in the axial direction D2 with respect to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14, and between the additional sprocket SP8 and the adjacent smaller sprocket SP7 There is no other sprocket. In this embodiment, the additional sprocket SP8 includes a plurality of first shift promotion areas SP8F1 to facilitate the first shift operation. The additional sprocket SP8 includes a plurality of second shift promotion areas SP8F2 to facilitate the second shift operation. However, the total number of first shift promotion areas SP8F1 is not limited to this embodiment. The total number of second shift promotion areas SP8F2 is not limited to this embodiment.

In this embodiment, the additional sprocket SP8 includes a plurality of first displacement promoting grooves SP8R1 to promote the first displacement operation. The additional sprocket SP8 includes a plurality of second shift-promoting grooves SP8R2 to facilitate the second shifting operation. The first displacement promotion groove SP8R1 is provided in the first displacement promotion area SP8F1. The second displacement promotion groove SP8R2 is provided in the second displacement promotion area SP8F2. However, the first displacement promotion area SP8F1 may include another structure instead of or in addition to the first displacement promotion groove SP8R1. The second displacement promoting area SP8F2 may include another structure in place of or in addition to the second displacement promoting groove SP8R2.

As seen in Figure 15, the additional sprocket SP9 includes a sprocket body SP9A and a plurality of sprocket teeth. SP9B. A plurality of sprocket teeth SP9B extend radially outward from the sprocket body SP9A relative to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 . In this embodiment, the total number of at least one sprocket tooth SP9B is 33. However, the total number of sprocket teeth SP9B of the additional sprocket SP9 is not limited to this embodiment.

The additional sprocket SP9 includes at least one first shift promotion area SP9F1 to facilitate the first shifting operation of the bicycle chain 20 from the additional sprocket SP9 to the adjacent smaller sprocket SP8. The additional sprocket SP9 includes at least one second shift promotion area SP9F2 to facilitate the second shifting operation of the bicycle chain 20 from the adjacent smaller sprocket SP8 to the additional sprocket SP9. The adjacent smaller sprocket SP8 is adjacent to the additional sprocket SP9 in the axial direction D2 with respect to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14, and between the additional sprocket SP9 and the adjacent smaller sprocket SP8 There is no other sprocket. In this embodiment, the additional sprocket SP9 includes a plurality of first shift promotion areas SP9F1 to facilitate the first shift operation. The additional sprocket SP9 includes a plurality of second shift promotion areas SP9F2 to facilitate the second shift operation. However, the total number of first shift promotion areas SP9F1 is not limited to this embodiment. The total number of second shift promotion areas SP9F2 is not limited to this embodiment.

In this embodiment, the additional sprocket SP9 includes a plurality of first displacement promoting grooves SP9R1 to promote the first displacement operation. The additional sprocket SP9 includes a plurality of second shift promoting grooves SP9R2 to facilitate the second shifting operation. The first displacement promotion groove SP9R1 is provided in the first displacement promotion area SP9F1. The second displacement promotion groove SP9R2 is provided in the second displacement promotion area SP9F2. However, the first displacement promotion area SP9F1 may include another structure instead of or in addition to the first displacement promotion groove SP9R1. The second displacement promoting area SP9F2 may include another structure in place of or in addition to the second displacement promoting groove SP9R2.

As seen in FIG. 16 , the additional sprocket SP10 includes a sprocket body SP10A and a plurality of sprocket teeth SP10B. The plurality of sprocket teeth SP10B are relative to the rotation center axis of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 A1 extends radially outward from the sprocket body SP10A. In this embodiment, the total number of at least one sprocket tooth SP10B is 39. However, the total number of sprocket teeth SP10B of the additional sprocket SP10 is not limited to this embodiment.

The additional sprocket SP10 includes at least one first shift promotion area SP10F1 to facilitate the first shifting operation of the bicycle chain 20 from the additional sprocket SP10 to the adjacent smaller sprocket SP9. The additional sprocket SP10 includes at least one second shift promotion area SP10F2 to facilitate the second shifting operation of the bicycle chain 20 from the adjacent smaller sprocket SP9 to the additional sprocket SP10. The adjacent smaller sprocket SP9 is adjacent to the additional sprocket SP10 in the axial direction D2 with respect to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14, and between the additional sprocket SP10 and the adjacent smaller sprocket SP9 There is no other sprocket. In this embodiment, the additional sprocket SP10 includes a plurality of first shift promotion areas SP10F1 to facilitate the first shift operation. The additional sprocket SP10 includes a plurality of second shift promotion areas SP10F2 to facilitate the second shift operation. However, the total number of first shift promotion areas SP10F1 is not limited to this embodiment. The total number of second shift promotion areas SP10F2 is not limited to this embodiment.

In this embodiment, the additional sprocket SP10 includes a plurality of first displacement promoting grooves SP10R1 to promote the first displacement operation. The additional sprocket SP10 includes a plurality of second shift-promoting grooves SP10R2 to facilitate the second shifting operation. The first displacement promotion groove SP10R1 is provided in the first displacement promotion area SP10F1. The second displacement promotion groove SP10R2 is provided in the second displacement promotion area SP10F2. However, the first displacement promotion area SP10F1 may include another structure instead of or in addition to the first displacement promotion groove SP10R1. The second displacement promoting area SP10F2 may include another structure in place of or in addition to the second displacement promoting groove SP10R2.

As seen in FIG. 17 , the additional sprocket SP11 includes a sprocket body SP11A and a plurality of sprocket teeth SP11B. A plurality of sprocket teeth SP11B extend radially outward from the sprocket body SP11A relative to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 . In this embodiment, at least one sprocket tooth The total number of SP11B is 45. However, the total number of sprocket teeth SP11B of the additional sprocket SP11 is not limited to this embodiment.

The additional sprocket SP11 includes at least one first shift promotion area SP11F1 to facilitate the first shifting operation of the bicycle chain 20 from the additional sprocket SP11 to the adjacent smaller sprocket SP10. The additional sprocket SP11 includes at least one second shift promotion area SP11F2 to facilitate the second shifting operation of the bicycle chain 20 from the adjacent smaller sprocket SP10 to the additional sprocket SP11. The adjacent smaller sprocket SP10 is adjacent to the additional sprocket SP11 in the axial direction D2 with respect to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14, and between the additional sprocket SP11 and the adjacent smaller sprocket SP10 There is no other sprocket. In this embodiment, the additional sprocket SP11 includes a plurality of first shift promotion areas SP11F1 to facilitate the first shift operation. The additional sprocket SP11 includes a plurality of second shift-promoting groove areas SP11F2 to facilitate the second shifting operation. However, the total number of first shift promotion areas SP11F1 is not limited to this embodiment. The total number of second shift promotion areas SP11F2 is not limited to this embodiment.

In this embodiment, the additional sprocket SP11 includes a plurality of first displacement promoting grooves SP11R1 to promote the first displacement operation. The additional sprocket SP11 includes a plurality of second displacement promoting grooves SP11R2 to promote the second displacement operation. The first displacement promotion groove SP11R1 is provided in the first displacement promotion area SP11F1. The second displacement promotion groove SP11R2 is provided in the second displacement promotion area SP11F2. However, the first displacement promotion area SP11F1 may include another structure instead of or in addition to the first displacement promotion groove SP11R1. The second displacement promoting area SP11F2 may include another structure in place of or in addition to the second displacement promoting groove SP11R2.

As seen in FIG. 18 , the additional sprocket SP12 includes a sprocket body SP12A and a plurality of sprocket teeth SP12B. A plurality of sprocket teeth SP12B extend radially outward from the sprocket body SP12A relative to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 . The total number of teeth of the additional sprocket SP12 is equal to or greater than 46. The total number of teeth of the additional sprocket SP12 can also be equal to or greater than 50. The total number of teeth of the additional sprocket SP12 is 51 in this embodiment. However, the total number of at least one sprocket tooth SP12B of the additional sprocket SP12 is not limited to this embodiment and the above scope.

The additional sprocket SP12 includes at least one first shift promotion area SP12F1 to facilitate the first shifting operation of the bicycle chain 20 from the additional sprocket SP12 to the adjacent smaller sprocket SP11. The additional sprocket SP12 includes at least one second shift promotion area SP12F2 to facilitate the second shifting operation of the bicycle chain 20 from the adjacent smaller sprocket SP11 to the additional sprocket SP12. The adjacent smaller sprocket SP11 is adjacent to the additional sprocket SP12 in the axial direction D2 with respect to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14, and between the additional sprocket SP12 and the adjacent smaller sprocket SP11 There is no other sprocket. In this embodiment, the additional sprocket SP12 includes a plurality of first shift promotion areas SP12F1 to facilitate the first shift operation. The additional sprocket SP12 includes a plurality of second shift promotion areas SP12F2 to facilitate the second shift operation. However, the total number of first shift promotion areas SP12F1 is not limited to this embodiment. The total number of second shift promotion areas SP12F2 is not limited to this embodiment.

In this embodiment, the additional sprocket SP12 includes a plurality of first shift promoting grooves SP12R1 to facilitate the first shifting operation. The additional sprocket SP12 includes a plurality of second shift promoting grooves SP12R2 to facilitate the second shifting operation. The first displacement promotion groove SP12R1 is provided in the first displacement promotion area SP12F1. The second displacement promotion groove SP12R2 is provided in the second displacement promotion area SP12F2. However, the first displacement promotion area SP12F1 may include another structure instead of or in addition to the first displacement promotion groove SP12R1. The second displacement promoting area SP12F2 may include another structure in place of or in addition to the second displacement promoting groove SP12R2.

As seen in Fig. 19, the sprockets SP1 to SP12 are separate members from each other. However, at least one of the sprockets SP1 to SP12 may be at least partially integrally provided with the other of the sprockets SP1 to SP12. All sprockets SP1 to SP12 can be integrally formed with each other as a one-piece integral unit. in this situation Next, at least one of the sprockets SP3 to SP12 may include at least ten internal spline teeth.

The bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 further includes a sprocket support member 37, a plurality of spacers 38, a first ring 39A and a second ring 39B. The first ring 39A is provided between the second sprocket SP3 and the second sprocket SP4 in the axial direction D2. The second ring 39B is provided in the axial direction D2 between the second sprocket SP4 and the additional sprocket SP5. Additional sprockets are configured to attach to sprocket support member 37 . Additional sprockets SP5 to SP12 are configured to attach to sprocket support member 37 in this embodiment.

As seen in Figure 6, additional sprockets are attached to sprocket support member 37, for example, by adhesive 37A. In this embodiment, the additional sprockets SP5 to SP12 are attached to the sprocket support member 37 by adhesive 37A. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the weight of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 by reducing or eliminating metal fasteners. However, at least one of the additional sprockets SP5-SP12 may be attached to the sprocket support member 37 by another structure other than adhesive 37A, including metal fasteners. At least one of the additional sprockets SP5 to SP12 may be engaged with the sprocket support body 28 without the sprocket support member 37 . The sprocket support member 37 may be omitted from the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 . Additionally, at least one of the second sprockets SP3 and SP4 may be attached to the sprocket support member 37 .

As seen in Figure 4, locking member 32 includes a tubular body 32A, an externally threaded portion 32B, and a radial projection 32C. Tubular body 32A includes a first axial end 32D and a second axial end 32E. Relative to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14, the second axial end 32E is opposite to the first axial end 32D in the axial direction D2. As seen in FIG. 6 , with the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 installed to the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 , the first axial end 32D is positioned closer to the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 than the second axial end 32E. The axial center plane CPL. The axial center plane CPL is perpendicular to the rotation center axis A1. As seen in Figure 3, the axial center plane CPL is defined to bisect the axial length of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 in the axial direction D2.

As seen in Figure 6, an externally threaded portion 32B is provided to the first axial end 32D for use on the bicycle. The rear sprocket assembly 14 is engaged with the internally threaded portion 28A of the sprocket support body 28 of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 in a state where it is installed on the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 . The radial protrusion 32C extends radially outward from the second axial end 32E relative to the rotation center axis A1 to limit the first sprocket SP2 when the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 is installed to the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 The sprocket support body 28 moves axially relative to the rear hub assembly 12 of the bicycle.

The first sprocket SP1 includes a first inward direction SP1G and a first outward direction SP1H. The first outward side SP1H is opposed to the first inward side SP1G in the axial direction D2. Radial protrusion 32C is configured to abut first sprocket SP1 in first outward direction SP1H. The first sprockets SP1 and SP2 are arranged in the axial direction between the radial protrusion 32C and the second sprocket SP3. The first sprockets SP1 and SP2, the second sprocket SP3, the second sprocket SP4, and the first ring 39A are held in the axial direction D2 between the radial protrusion 32C and the sprocket support member 37.

As seen in Figure 4, the locking member 32 has a tool engaging portion 32F. A tool engaging portion 32F is provided on the inner peripheral surface 32A1 of the tubular body 32A for engaging a fastening tool (not shown). In this embodiment, the tool engaging portion 32F includes a plurality of engaging grooves 32G that will be used when the locking member 32 is threadably attached to the sprocket support body 28 via the externally threaded portion 32B and the internally threaded portion 28A. Engage with fastening tool.

As seen in Figures 20 and 21, the sprocket support body 28 includes at least one external spline tooth 40 configured to engage the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 (Fig. 6). The sprocket support body 28 includes at least ten external spline teeth 40 configured to engage the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 (FIG. 6). That is, at least one external spline tooth 40 includes a plurality of external spline teeth 40 .

The sprocket support body 28 includes a base support 41 having a tubular shape. The base support 41 extends along the rotation center axis A1. External spline teeth 40 extend radially outward from the base support 41 . The sprocket support body 28 includes a larger diameter portion 42, a flange 44 and a plurality of helical external spline teeth. 46. The larger diameter portion 42 and flange 44 extend radially outward from the base support 41 . The larger diameter portion 42 is disposed in the axial direction D2 between the plurality of external spline teeth 40 and the flange 44 . The larger diameter portion 42 and the flange 44 are disposed in the axial direction D2 between the plurality of external spline teeth 40 and the plurality of helical external spline teeth 46 . As seen in FIG. 6 , the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 is held in the axial direction D2 between the larger diameter portion 42 and the radial projection 32C of the locking member 32 . The larger diameter portion 42 may have an internal cavity such that a transmission structure such as a one-way coupling structure may be accommodated within the internal cavity. If desired, the larger diameter portion 42 may be omitted from the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 .

As seen in Figure 22, at least one of the at least ten external spline teeth 40 has an axial spline tooth length SL1. Each of the external spline teeth 40 has an axial spline tooth length SL1. The axial spline tooth length SL1 is equal to or less than 27mm. The axial spline tooth length SL1 is equal to or greater than 22mm. In this embodiment, the axial spline tooth length SL1 is 24.9 mm. However, the axial spline tooth length SL1 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

As seen in Figure 23, the total number of at least ten external spline teeth 40 is equal to or greater than 20. The total number of at least ten external spline teeth 40 is preferably equal to or greater than 25. The total number of at least ten external spline teeth 40 is preferably equal to or greater than 28. The total number of external spline teeth 40 is preferably equal to or less than 72. In this embodiment, the total number of external spline teeth 40 is twenty-nine. However, the total number of external spline teeth 40 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

At least ten external spline teeth 40 have a first external peripheral pitch angle PA11 and a second external peripheral pitch angle PA12. At least two of the at least ten external spline teeth 40 are circumferentially arranged at a first external circumferential pitch angle PA11 with respect to the rotation center axis A1. In other words, at least two of the plurality of external spline teeth 40 are circumferentially arranged at the first external pitch angle PA11 with respect to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 . At least two of the at least ten external spline teeth 40 The key teeth are arranged circumferentially according to the second external pitch angle PA12 with respect to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 . In other words, at least two of the plurality of external spline teeth 40 are circumferentially arranged at the second external pitch angle PA12 with respect to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 . In this embodiment, the second outer pitch angle PA12 is different from the first outer pitch angle PA11. However, the second outer pitch angle PA12 may be substantially equal to the first outer pitch angle PA11.

In this embodiment, the external spline teeth 40 are arranged at the first external pitch angle PA11 in the circumferential direction D1. Two of the external spline teeth 40 are arranged according to the second external pitch angle PA12 in the circumferential direction D1. However, at least two of the external spline teeth 40 may be arranged at another external pitch angle in the circumferential direction D1.

The first outer peripheral pitch angle PA11 ranges from 5 degrees to 36 degrees. The first outer peripheral pitch angle PA11 preferably ranges from 10 degrees to 20 degrees. The first outer peripheral pitch angle PA11 is preferably equal to or less than 15 degrees. In this embodiment, the first outer peripheral pitch angle PA11 is 12 degrees. However, the first outer peripheral pitch angle PA11 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

The second outer peripheral pitch angle PA12 ranges from 5 degrees to 36 degrees. In this embodiment, the second outer peripheral pitch angle PA12 is 24 degrees. However, the second outer peripheral pitch angle PA12 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

At least one of the external spline teeth 40 may be a first spline shape different from a second spline shape of another of the external spline teeth 40 . At least one of the at least ten external spline teeth 40 may have a first spline size that is different from a second spline size of another of the at least ten external spline teeth 40 . When viewed along the rotational center axis A1, at least one of the outer spline teeth 40 has a profile that is different from the profile of the other of the outer spline teeth 40. In this embodiment, the outer spline teeth 40X have a first spline shape that is different from the second spline shape of the other of the outer spline teeth 40 . The outer spline teeth 40X have a second spline size that is different from the other of the outer spline teeth 40 of the first spline size. However, as seen in Figure 24, the at least ten external spline teeth 40 may have the same spline shape as each other. At least ten external spline teeth 40 may have the same spline size as each other. At least ten external spline teeth 40 may have the same profile as each other.

As seen in FIG. 25 , each of the at least ten external spline teeth 40 has an external spline drive surface 48 and an external spline non-drive surface 50 . The plurality of external spline teeth 40 includes a plurality of external spline transmission surfaces 48 for receiving transmission rotational force F1 from the rear bicycle sprocket assembly 14 (FIG. 6) during pedaling. The plurality of external spline teeth 40 includes a plurality of external spline non-drive surfaces 50 . The external splined drive surface 48 may contact the rear bicycle sprocket assembly 14 to receive drive rotational force F1 from the rear bicycle sprocket assembly 14 (Fig. 6) during pedaling. The outer splined drive surface 48 faces the counter-rotational direction D12. With the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 installed to the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 , the outer spline drive surface 48 faces the inner spline drive surface 66 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 . The external splined non-drive surface 50 is provided on the opposite side of the external splined drive surface 48 in the circumferential direction D1. The outer splined non-drive surface 50 faces the drive rotation direction D11 so as not to receive the drive rotation force F1 from the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 during pedaling. With the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 installed to the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 , the outer splined non-drive surface 50 faces the inner splined non-drive surface 68 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 .

At least ten external spline teeth 40 each have a maximum circumferential width MW1. The external spline teeth 40 each have a maximum circumferential width MW1. The maximum circumferential width MW1 is defined as the maximum width that receives the thrust force F2 applied to the outer spline teeth 40 . The maximum circumferential width MW1 is defined as the straight-line distance from the outer splined drive surface 48 .

The plurality of outer splined drive surfaces 48 each include a radially outermost edge 48A and a radially innermost edge 48B. The outer splined drive surface 48 extends from the radially outermost edge 48A to the radially innermost edge 48B. The first reference circle RC11 is defined on the radially innermost edge 48B and is aligned with the central axis of rotation A1 as the center. The first reference circle RC11 intersects the external splined non-drive surface 50 at the reference point 50R. The maximum circumferential width MW1 extends straight from the radially innermost edge 48B to the reference point 50R in the circumferential direction D1.

The plurality of external splined non-drive surfaces 50 each include a radially outermost edge 50A and a radially innermost edge 50B. The outer splined non-drive surface 50 extends from the radially outermost edge 50A to the radially innermost edge 50B. In this embodiment, the reference point 50R coincides with the radially innermost edge 50B. However, the reference point 50R may be offset from the radially innermost edge 50B.

The sum of the maximum circumferential widths MW1 is equal to or greater than 55mm. The sum of the maximum circumferential widths MW1 is preferably equal to or greater than 60 mm. The sum of the maximum circumferential widths MW1 is preferably equal to or less than 70 mm. In this embodiment, the sum of the maximum circumferential widths MW1 is 60.1 mm. However, the sum of the maximum circumferential widths MW1 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

As seen in Figure 26, at least one external spline tooth 40 has an external spline tip diameter DM11 equal to or less than 34 mm. The external spline top diameter DM11 is equal to or less than 33mm. The external spline top diameter DM11 is equal to or greater than 29mm. In this embodiment, the external spline top diameter DM11 is 32.6mm. However, the external spline top diameter DM11 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

At least one external spline tooth 40 has an external spline base diameter DM12. At least one external spline tooth 40 has an external spline root circle RC12 having an external spline base diameter DM12. However, the external spline root circle RC12 may have another diameter than the external spline base diameter DM12. The bottom diameter of the external spline DM12 is equal to or less than 32mm. The bottom diameter of the external spline DM12 is equal to or less than 31mm. The bottom diameter of the external spline DM12 is equal to or greater than 28mm. In this embodiment, the outer spline base diameter DM12 is 30.2 mm. However, the outer spline bottom diameter DM12 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

The larger diameter portion 42 has an outer diameter DM13 that is larger than the outer spline top diameter DM11. outer diameter DM13 range is from 32mm to 40mm. In this embodiment, the outer diameter DM13 is 35mm. However, the outer diameter DM13 is not limited to this embodiment.

As seen in Figure 25, the plurality of outer splined drive surfaces 48 each include a radial length RL11 bounded from a radially outermost edge 48A to a radially innermost edge 48B. The sum of the radial lengths RL11 of the plurality of external spline transmission surfaces 48 is equal to or greater than 7 mm. The sum of the radial lengths RL11 is equal to or greater than 10mm. The total radial length RL11 is equal to or greater than 15mm. The sum of the radial lengths RL11 is equal to or less than 36mm. In this embodiment, the sum of the radial lengths RL11 is 16.6 mm. However, the sum of the radial lengths RL11 is not limited to this embodiment.

The plurality of external spline teeth 40 have an additional radial length RL12. The additional radial length RL12 is respectively defined from the outer spline tooth root circle RC12 to the radially outermost ends 40A of the plurality of outer spline teeth 40 . The sum of the additional radial lengths RL12 is equal to or greater than 20mm. In this embodiment, the sum of the additional radial lengths RL12 is 31.2 mm. However, the sum of the additional radial lengths RL12 is not limited to this embodiment.

At least one of the at least ten external spline teeth 40 is circumferentially symmetrical with respect to the reference line CL1. In the radial direction with respect to the rotation center axis A1 , the reference line CL1 extends from the rotation center axis A1 to the circumferential center point CP1 of the radially outermost end 40A of at least one of the at least ten external spline teeth 40 . However, at least one of the outer spline teeth 40 may have an asymmetric shape relative to the reference line CL1. The at least one of the at least ten external spline teeth 40 includes an external spline drive surface 48 and an external spline non-drive surface 50 .

At least one surface of the plurality of external spline transmission surfaces 48 has a first external spline surface angle AG11. A first outer spline surface angle AG11 is defined between the outer spline drive surface 48 and the first radial line L11. The first radial line L11 extends from the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 to the radially outermost edge 48A of the outer spline transmission surface 48 . first outer circumferential pitch angle PA11 or the second outer peripheral pitch angle PA12 is defined between adjacent first radial lines L11 (see, eg, Figure 23).

At least one of the outer splined non-drive surfaces 50 has a second outer spline surface angle AG12. A second outer spline surface angle AG12 is defined between the outer spline non-drive surface 50 and the second radial line L12. The second radial line L12 extends from the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 to the radially outermost edge 50A of the outer spline non-drive surface 50 .

In this embodiment, the second outer spline surface angle AG12 is equal to the first outer spline surface angle AG11. However, the first outer spline surface angle AG11 may be different from the second outer spline surface angle AG12.

The first external spline surface angle AG11 is equal to or less than 6 degrees. The first external spline surface angle AG11 is equal to or greater than 0 degrees. The second external spline surface angle AG12 is equal to or less than 6 degrees. The second external spline surface angle AG12 is equal to or greater than 0 degrees. In this embodiment, the first outer spline surface angle AG11 is 5 degrees. The second external spline surface angle AG12 is 5 degrees. However, the first external spline surface angle AG11 and the second external spline surface angle AG12 are not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

As seen in Figures 27 and 28, the brake rotor support body 34 includes at least one additional external spline tooth 52 configured to engage the bicycle brake rotor 16 (Figure 1). In this embodiment, the brake rotor support body 34 includes an additional base support 54 and a plurality of additional external spline teeth 52 . The additional base support 54 has a tubular shape and extends from the hub body 36 along the central axis of rotation A1. Additional external spline teeth 52 extend radially outwardly from the additional base support 54 . The total number of additional external spline teeth 52 is 52. However, the total number of additional external spline teeth 52 is not limited to this embodiment.

As seen in Figure 28, at least one additional external spline tooth 52 has an additional external spline tip diameter DM14. As seen in Figure 29, the additional external spline top diameter DM14 is larger than the external spline top diameter DM11. The additional outer spline tip diameter DM14 is substantially equal to the larger diameter portion 42 outer diameter DM13. However, the additional outer spline crown diameter DM14 may be equal to or smaller than the outer spline crown diameter DM11. The additional outer spline tip diameter DM14 may be different than the larger diameter portion 42 outer diameter DM13.

As seen in Figure 29, the hub body 36 includes a first spoke mounting portion 36A and a second spoke mounting portion 36B. A plurality of first spokes SK1 are coupled to the first spoke mounting portion 36A. A plurality of second spokes SK2 are coupled to the second spoke mounting portion 36B. In this embodiment, the first spoke mounting portion 36A includes a plurality of first attachment holes 36A1. The first spoke SK1 extends through the first attachment hole 36A1. The second spoke mounting portion 36B includes a plurality of second attachment holes 36B1. The second spoke SK2 extends through the second attachment hole 36B1. As used herein, the term "spoke mounting portion" encompasses structures in which the spoke mounting opening has a flange-like shape such that the spoke mounting portion extends radially outward relative to the central axis of rotation of the bicycle rear hub assembly as seen in Figure 29 shape, and the spoke mounting portion is a configuration of an opening directly formed on the radially outer peripheral surface of the hub body.

The second spoke mounting portion 36B is spaced apart from the first spoke mounting portion 36A in the axial direction D2. The first spoke mounting portion 36A is provided between the sprocket support body 28 and the second spoke mounting portion 36B in the axial direction D2. The second spoke mounting portion 36B is provided between the first spoke mounting portion 36A and the brake rotor support body 34 in the axial direction D2.

The first spoke mounting portion 36A has a first axially outermost portion 36C. The second spoke mounting portion 36B has a second axially outermost portion 36D. The first axially outermost portion 36C includes a surface facing the first frame BF1 in the axial direction D2 when the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 is mounted to the bicycle frame BF. The second axially outermost portion 36D includes a surface facing the second frame BF2 in the axial direction D2 when the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 is mounted to the bicycle frame BF.

Hub body 36 includes a first axial length AL1. The first axial length AL1 is relative to the proper motion The rotation center axis A1 of the rear sprocket assembly 14 is defined in the axial direction D2 between the first axially outermost portion 36C of the first spoke mounting portion 36A and the second axially outermost portion of the second spoke mounting portion 36B. Part 36D between. The first axial length AL1 may be equal to or greater than 55 mm. The first axial length AL1 may be equal to or greater than 60 mm. The first axial length AL1 may be equal to or greater than 65 mm. In this embodiment, the first axial length AL1 may be 67 mm. However, the first axial length AL1 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range. Examples of the first axial length AL1 include 55.7mm, 62.3mm and 67mm.

As seen in Figure 29, the hub axle 30 includes a first axial frame abutment surface 30B1 and a second axial frame abutment surface 30C1. With the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 mounted to the bicycle frame BF, the first axial frame abutment surface 30B1 is configured to abut the bicycle frame in the axial direction D2 relative to the rotational center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 The first part of BF BF12. The second axial frame abutment surface 30C1 is configured to abut the second portion BF22 of the bicycle frame BF in the axial direction D2 when the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 is mounted to the bicycle frame BF. The first axial frame abutment surface 30B1 is positioned closer to the sprocket support body 28 in the axial direction D2 than the second axial frame abutment surface 30C1 . The sprocket support body 28 is disposed in the axial direction D2 between the first axial frame abutment surface 30B1 and the second axial frame abutment surface 30C1.

The hub axle 30 includes a second axial length AL2 defined in the axial direction D2 between the first axial frame abutment surface 30B1 and the second axial frame abutment surface 30C1 . The second axial length AL2 may be equal to or greater than 140 mm. The second axial length AL2 may be equal to or greater than 145 mm. The second axial length AL2 may be equal to or greater than 147 mm. The second axial length AL2 may be 148mm. However, the second axial length AL2 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range. Examples of the second axial length AL2 include 142mm, 148mm and 157mm.

The ratio of the first axial length AL1 to the second axial length AL2 may be equal to or greater than 0.3. The ratio of the first axial length AL1 to the second axial length AL2 may be equal to or greater than 0.4. The ratio of the first axial length AL1 to the second axial length AL2 may be equal to or greater than 0.5. For example, the ratio of the first axial length AL1 (67mm) to the second axial length AL2 (148mm) is approximately 0.45. However, the ratio of the first axial length AL1 to the second axial length AL2 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range. Examples of the ratio of the first axial length AL1 to the second axial length AL2 include approximately 0.42 (AL1 is 62.3mm and AL2 is 148mm), or approximately 0.39 (AL1 is 55.7mm and AL2 is 142mm).

As seen in Figure 6, the sprocket support body 28 includes a first axial end 28B, a second axial end 28C and an axial sprocket abutment surface 28D. The second axial end 28C is opposite the first axial end 28B in the axial direction D2. The axial center plane CPL bisects the second axial length AL2 in the axial direction D2. The axial sprocket abutment surface 28D is positioned closer to the axial center plane CPL of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 in the axial direction D2 than the first axial end 28B. The second axial end 28C is positioned axially closer to the axial center plane CPL of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 in the axial direction D2 than the sprocket abutment surface 28D. In this embodiment, the axial sprocket abutment surface 28D is provided on the larger diameter portion 42, however the axial sprocket abutment surface 28D may be provided on other portions of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 as desired. In a state where the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 is mounted on the sprocket support body 28, the axial sprocket abutment surface 28D is in contact with the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14. The axial sprocket abutment surface 28D faces the first axial end 28B in the axial direction D2.

As seen in FIG. 6 , the sprocket arrangement axial length AL3 is defined in the axial direction D2 between the first axial frame abutment surface 30B1 and the axial sprocket abutment surface 28D of the sprocket support body 28 . In this embodiment, the sprocket configuration axial length AL3 ranges from 35mm to 45mm. For example, the axial length AL3 of the sprocket configuration is 39.64mm. For example, by omitting the larger diameter Part 42, the axial length AL3 of the sprocket configuration can also be extended to 44.25mm. However, the sprocket configuration axial length AL3 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

The larger diameter portion 42 has an axial end 42A furthest from the first axial frame abutment surface 30B1 in the axial direction D2. Additional axial length AL4 is defined in axial direction D2 from first axial frame abutment surface 30B1 to axial end 42A. Additional axial length AL4 ranges from 38mm to 47mm. The additional axial length AL4 can range from 44mm to 45mm. The additional axial length AL4 can also range from 40mm to 41mm. In this embodiment, the additional axial length AL4 is 44.25 mm. However, the additional axial length AL4 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

The larger diameter axial length AL5 of the larger diameter portion 42 ranges from 3 mm to 6 mm. In this embodiment, the larger diameter axial length AL5 is 4.61mm. However, the larger diameter axial length AL5 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

The ratio of the first axial length AL1 to the sprocket arrangement axial length AL3 ranges from 1.2 to 1.7. For example, if the first axial length AL1 is 55.7 mm and the sprocket configuration axial length AL3 is 39.64 mm, the ratio of the first axial length AL1 to the sprocket configuration axial length AL3 is 1.4. However, the ratio of the first axial length AL1 to the sprocket configuration axial length AL3 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range. For example, if the first axial length AL1 is 62.3mm and the sprocket configuration axial length AL3 is 39.64mm, the ratio of the first axial length AL1 to the sprocket configuration axial length AL3 may be 1.57, or if The first axial length AL1 is 67mm and the sprocket configuration axial length AL3 is 39.64mm, then the ratio of the first axial length AL1 to the sprocket configuration axial length AL3 can be 1.69.

As seen in FIG. 30 , the sprocket support member 37 includes a hub engaging portion 60 and a plurality of support arms 62 . A plurality of support arms 62 extend radially outward from the hub engaging portion 60 . The support arm 62 includes first to eighth attachment portions 62A to 62H. The plurality of spacers 38 include a plurality of first Spacers 38A, a plurality of second spacers 38B, a plurality of third spacers 38C, a plurality of fourth spacers 38D, a plurality of fifth spacers 38E, a plurality of sixth spacers 38F and a plurality of seventh spacers 38G.

As seen in Figure 6, a first spacer 38A is provided between additional sprockets SP5 and SP6. The second spacer 38B is provided between the additional sprockets SP6 and SP7. The third spacer 38C is provided between the additional sprockets SP7 and SP8. The fourth spacer 38D is provided between the additional sprockets SP8 and SP9. The fifth spacer 38E is provided between the additional sprockets SP9 and SP10. The sixth spacer 38F is provided between the additional sprockets SP10 and SP11. The seventh spacer 38G is provided between the additional sprockets SP11 and SP12.

The additional sprocket SP6 and the first spacer 38A are attached to the first attachment portion 62A by adhesive 37A. The additional sprocket SP7 and the second spacer 38B are attached to the second attachment portion 62B by adhesive 37A. The additional sprocket SP8 and the third spacer 38C are attached to the third attachment portion 62C by adhesive 37A. The additional sprocket SP9 and the fourth spacer 38D are attached to the fourth attachment portion 62D by adhesive 37A. The additional sprocket SP10 and the fifth spacer 38E are attached to the fifth attachment portion 62E by adhesive 37A. The additional sprocket SP11 and the sixth spacer 38F are attached to the sixth attachment portion 62F by adhesive 37A. The additional sprocket SP12 and the seventh spacer 38G are attached to the seventh attachment portion 62G by adhesive 37A. Additional sprockets SP5 and 39B are attached to the eighth attachment portion 62H by adhesive 37A. The hub engaging portion 60 , the sprockets SP1 to SP4 , the first ring 39A and the second ring 39B are held in the axial direction D2 between the larger diameter portion 42 and the radial protrusion 32C of the locking member 32 .

In this embodiment, each of the sprockets SP1 to SP12 is made of a metal material such as aluminum, iron, or titanium. The sprocket support member 37 is made of non-metallic material including resin material. Each of the first to seventh spacers 38A to 38G, the first ring 39A, and the second ring 39B are made of a non-metal material such as a resin material. However, at least one of the sprockets SP1 to SP12 may be at least Made partly of non-metallic materials. Each of the sprocket support member 37 , the first to seventh spacers 38A to 38G, the first ring 39A and the second ring 39B is at least partially made of a metal material such as aluminum, iron or titanium.

As seen in Figure 7, the first sprocket SP1 includes a first opening SP1K. The first opening SP1K has a first minimum diameter MD1. As seen in Figure 31, with the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 mounted to the sprocket support body 28, the tubular body 32A of the locking member 32 extends through the first opening SP1K of the first sprocket SP1. With the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 mounted to the sprocket support body 28, the first opening SP1K of the first sprocket SP1 is configured so that the first axial end 32D of the tubular body 32A of the locking member 32 passes through the first opening SP1K. A first opening SP1K of a sprocket SP1. The first axial end 28B of the sprocket support body 28 is spaced apart from the first opening SP1K of the first sprocket SP1 without extending through the first opening SP1K. The first minimum diameter MD1 is smaller than the minimum outer diameter MD28 of the sprocket support body 28 of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 . In this embodiment, the minimum outer diameter MD28 is equal to the outer spline base diameter DM12 of the plurality of outer spline teeth 40 of the sprocket support body 28 (Fig. 26).

As seen in Figure 31, the tubular body 32A has a first outer diameter ED1 equal to or less than 27 mm. The first outer diameter ED1 is equal to or greater than 26 mm. The radial protrusion 32C has a second outer diameter ED2 equal to or less than 32 mm. The second outer diameter ED2 is equal to or greater than 30 mm. In this embodiment, the first outer diameter ED1 is 26.2 mm. The second outer diameter ED2 is 30.8mm. However, at least one of the first outer diameter ED1 and the second outer diameter ED2 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

Radial projection 32C has an axial width ED3 defined in axial direction D2. For example, the axial width ED3 of the radial protrusion 32C is 2 mm. However, the axial width ED3 is not limited to this embodiment.

The locking member 32 has an axial length ED4 defined in the axial direction D2 from the radial projection 32C to the first axial end 32D. The axial length ED4 of the locking member 32 is 10 mm. However, The axial length ED4 is not limited to this embodiment.

As seen in Figure 8, the first sprocket SP2 includes a first opening SP2K. That is, each of the plurality of first sprockets SP1 and SP2 includes a first opening. The first opening SP2K has a first minimum diameter MD2. As seen in Figure 31, with the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 mounted to the sprocket support body 28, the tubular body 32A of the locking member 32 extends through the first opening SP2K of the first sprocket SP2. The first axial end 28B of the sprocket support body 28 is spaced apart from the first opening SP2K of the first sprocket SP2 without extending through the first opening SP2K. The first minimum diameter MD2 is smaller than the minimum outer diameter MD28 of the sprocket support body 28 of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 .

As seen in Figure 9, the second sprocket SP3 includes a second opening SP3K. The second opening SP3K has a second minimum diameter MD3. As seen in Figure 31, with the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 installed to the sprocket support body 28, the tubular body 32A of the locking member 32 and the sprocket support body 28 extend through the second opening of the second sprocket SP3. SP3K. The first axial end 28B of the sprocket support body 28 is disposed between the second opening SP3K and the first opening SP1K in the axial direction D2. The first axial end 28B of the sprocket support body 28 is disposed between the second opening SP3K and the first opening SP2K in the axial direction D2. The second minimum diameter MD3 is equal to or larger than the minimum outer diameter MD28 of the sprocket support body 28 of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 .

As seen in Figure 10, the second sprocket SP4 includes a second opening SP4K. That is, each of the plurality of second sprockets SP3 and SP4 includes a second opening. The second opening SP4K has a second minimum diameter MD4. As seen in FIG. 31 , with the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 installed to the sprocket support body 28 , the sprocket support body 28 extends through the second opening SP4K of the second sprocket SP4 . The first axial end 28B of the sprocket support body 28 is disposed between the second opening SP4K and the first opening SP1K in the axial direction D2. The second minimum diameter MD4 is equal to or larger than the minimum outer diameter MD28 of the sprocket support body 28 of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 .

As seen in FIG. 32 , first sprocket SP2 includes at least ten internal spline teeth 63 configured to engage the sprocket support body 28 of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 . At least ten internal spline teeth 63 are provided to the first opening SP2K. At least ten internal spline teeth 63 provide a first torque transmitting structure for the first sprocket SP2, as will be described later.

The total number of at least ten internal spline teeth 63 of the first sprocket SP2 is equal to or greater than 20. The total number of at least ten internal spline teeth 63 of the first sprocket SP2 is equal to or greater than 28. The total number of internal spline teeth 63 is equal to or less than 72. In this embodiment, the total number of internal spline teeth 63 is twenty-nine. However, the total number of internal spline teeth 63 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

As seen in FIG. 9 , the second sprocket SP3 includes at least ten internal spline teeth 64 configured to engage the sprocket support body 28 of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 . In this embodiment, the second minimum diameter MD3 of the at least ten internal spline teeth 64 of the second sprocket SP3 is defined as the internal spline base diameter of the at least ten internal spline teeth 64 .

The total number of the at least ten internal spline teeth 64 of the second sprocket SP3 is equal to or greater than 20. The total number of at least ten internal spline teeth 64 of the second sprocket SP3 is equal to or greater than 28. The total number of internal spline teeth 64 is equal to or less than 72. In this embodiment, the total number of internal spline teeth 64 is twenty-nine. However, the total number of internal spline teeth 64 is not limited to this embodiment and the above scope.

As seen in FIG. 10 , the second sprocket SP4 includes at least ten internal spline teeth 65 configured to engage the sprocket support body 28 of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 . That is, the plurality of second sprockets SP3 and SP4 each include at least ten internal spline teeth configured to engage the sprocket support body 28 of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 . In this embodiment, the second minimum diameter MD4 of the at least ten internal spline teeth 65 of the second sprocket SP4 is defined as the internal spline base diameter of the at least ten internal spline teeth 65 .

The total number of at least ten internal spline teeth 65 of the second sprocket SP4 is equal to or greater than 20. second The total number of at least ten internal spline teeth 65 of sprocket SP4 is equal to or greater than 28. The total number of internal spline teeth 65 is equal to or less than 72. In this embodiment, the total number of internal spline teeth 65 is twenty-nine. However, the total number of internal spline teeth 65 is not limited to this embodiment and the above scope.

As seen in FIG. 33 , at least ten internal spline teeth 64 of the second sprocket SP3 have a first internal pitch angle PA21 and a second internal pitch angle PA22. At least two of the at least ten internal spline teeth 64 of the second sprocket SP3 are circumferentially arranged at a first internal pitch angle PA21 with respect to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 . At least two of the at least ten internal spline teeth 64 adjoin each other in the circumferential direction D1 without another spline tooth in between. In other words, at least two of the plurality of internal spline teeth 64 are circumferentially arranged at the first internal pitch angle PA21 with respect to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 . At least two other internal spline teeth among the at least ten internal spline teeth 64 of the second sprocket SP3 are circumferentially arranged at a second internal pitch angle PA22 with respect to the rotation center axis A1. At least two other inner spline teeth of the at least ten spline teeth 64 of the second sprocket SP3 adjoin each other in the circumferential direction D1 without another spline tooth in between. In other words, at least two of the plurality of internal spline teeth 64 of the second sprocket SP3 are circumferentially arranged at the second internal pitch angle PA22 with respect to the rotation center axis A1. In this embodiment, the second inner pitch angle PA22 is different from the first inner pitch angle PA21. However, the second inner pitch angle PA22 may be substantially equal to the first inner pitch angle PA21.

In this embodiment, the internal spline teeth 64 are circumferentially arranged at a first internal pitch angle PA21 in the circumferential direction D1. Two of the internal spline teeth 64 are arranged according to the second internal pitch angle PA22 in the circumferential direction D1. However, at least two of the internal spline teeth 64 may be arranged at another internal pitch angle in the circumferential direction D1.

The first internal pitch angle PA21 ranges from 5 degrees to 36 degrees. The first internal pitch angle PA21 ranges from 10 degrees to 20 degrees. The first internal pitch angle PA21 is equal to or less than 15 degrees. In this example , for example, the first internal pitch angle PA21 is 12 degrees. However, the first internal pitch angle PA21 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

The second internal pitch angle PA22 ranges from 5 degrees to 36 degrees. In this embodiment, the second internal pitch angle PA22 is 24 degrees. However, the second internal pitch angle PA22 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

At least one of the at least ten internal spline teeth 64 of the second sprocket SP3 has a first spline shape that is different from the second spline shape of another of the at least ten internal spline teeth 64 . At least one of the at least ten internal spline teeth 64 of the second sprocket SP3 has a first spline size that is different from the second spline size of another of the at least ten internal spline teeth 64 . At least one of the at least ten internal spline teeth 64 has a cross-sectional shape that is different from the cross-sectional shape of another of the at least ten internal spline teeth 64 . However, as seen in Figure 34, the internal spline teeth 64 may have the same shape as each other. At least ten internal spline teeth 64 may be the same size as each other. At least ten internal spline teeth 64 may have the same cross-sectional shape as each other.

As seen in FIG. 35 , at least one of the at least ten internal spline teeth 64 includes an internal spline drive surface 66 . At least one of the at least ten internal spline teeth 64 includes an internal spline non-drive surface 68 . The at least ten internal spline teeth 64 include a plurality of internal spline transmission surfaces 66 to receive transmission rotational force F1 from the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 (FIG. 6) during pedaling. The at least ten internal spline teeth 64 include a plurality of internal spline non-drive surfaces 68 . Internal spline transmission surface 66 may contact sprocket support body 28 to transfer transmission rotational force F1 from sprocket SP1 to sprocket support body 28 during pedaling. The internal splined drive surface 66 faces the drive rotation direction D11. With the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 installed to the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 , the internal spline transmission surface 66 faces the internal spline transmission surface 48 of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 . The internal splined non-drive surface 68 is provided on the opposite side of the internal splined drive surface 66 in the circumferential direction D1. Internal splines are not The transmission surface 68 faces the reverse rotation direction D12 so that the transmission rotational force F1 is not transmitted from the sprocket SP1 to the sprocket support body 28 during pedaling. With the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 installed to the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 , the outer splined non-drive surface 68 faces the inner splined non-drive surface 50 of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 .

At least ten internal spline teeth 64 each have a maximum circumferential width MW2. The internal spline teeth 64 each have a maximum circumferential width MW2. The circumferential maximum width MW2 is defined as the maximum width that receives the thrust F3 applied to the inner spline teeth 64 . Maximum circumferential width MW2 is defined as the linear distance based on the internal splined transmission surface 66.

The plurality of internal spline transmission surfaces 66 each include a radially outermost edge 66A and a radially innermost edge 66B. The second reference circle RC21 is defined on the radially outermost edge 66A and is centered on the rotation center axis A1. The second reference circle RC21 intersects the internal splined non-drive surface 68 at the reference point 68R. The maximum circumferential width MW2 extends straight from the radially innermost edge 66B to the reference point 68R in the circumferential direction D1.

The internal splined non-drive surface 68 includes a radially outermost edge 68A and a radially innermost edge 68B. The internal splined non-drive surface 68 extends from the radially outermost edge 68A to the radially innermost edge 68B. Reference point 68R is provided between radially outermost edge 68A and radially innermost edge 68B.

The sum of the maximum circumferential width MW2 is equal to or greater than 40mm. The sum of the maximum circumferential widths MW2 may be equal to or greater than 45mm. The sum of the maximum circumferential widths MW2 may be equal to or greater than 50mm. In this embodiment, the sum of the maximum circumferential widths MW2 is 50.8 mm. However, the sum of the circumferential maximum widths MW2 is not limited to this embodiment.

As seen in Figure 36, at least ten internal spline teeth 64 of the second sprocket SP3 have an internal spline top diameter DM21. At least one internal spline tooth 64 of the second sprocket SP3 has an internal spline tooth root circle RC22 having an internal spline top diameter DM21. Internal spline top diameter DM21 is equal to or less than 34 mm. The internal spline top diameter DM21 of the second sprocket SP3 is equal to or less than 33 mm. The internal spline top diameter DM21 of the second sprocket SP3 is equal to or greater than 29 mm. In this embodiment, the internal spline top diameter DM21 of the second sprocket SP3 is 32.8 mm. However, the internal spline top diameter DM21 of the second sprocket SP3 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

At least ten internal spline teeth 64 of the second sprocket SP3 have an internal spline base diameter DM22 equal to or less than 32 mm. The internal spline bottom diameter DM22 is equal to or less than 31mm. The internal spline bottom diameter DM22 is equal to or greater than 28mm. In this embodiment, the internal spline base diameter DM22 is 30.4mm. However, the inner spline bottom diameter DM22 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

As seen in Figure 18, the additional sprocket SP12 has a maximum tip diameter TD12. The maximum tooth tip diameter TD12 is the maximum outer diameter defined by a plurality of sprocket teeth SP12B. The ratio of internal spline top diameter DM21 (Fig. 36) to maximum tooth tip diameter TD12 ranges from 0.15 to 0.18. In this embodiment, the ratio of the internal spline tip diameter DM21 to the maximum tooth tip diameter TD12 is 0.15. However, the ratio of the internal spline top diameter DM21 to the maximum tooth tip diameter TD12 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

As seen in Figure 35, the plurality of internal splined drive surfaces 66 include a radially outermost edge 66A and a radially innermost edge 66B. The plurality of internal spline transmission surfaces 66 each include a radial length RL21 bounded from a radially outermost edge 66A to a radially innermost edge 66B. The sum of the radial lengths RL21 of the plurality of internal spline transmission surfaces 66 is equal to or greater than 7 mm. The sum of the radial lengths RL21 is equal to or greater than 10mm. The sum of the radial lengths RL21 is equal to or greater than 15mm. In this embodiment, the sum of the radial lengths RL21 is equal to or less than 36 mm. In this embodiment, the sum of the radial lengths RL21 is 16.6 mm. However, the sum of the radial lengths RL21 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

The plurality of internal spline teeth 64 have an additional radial length RL22. The additional radial length RL22 is respectively from the internal spline tooth root circle RC22 to the radial innermost end 64A boundary of the plurality of internal spline teeth 64 Certainly. The sum of the additional radial lengths RL22 is equal to or greater than 12mm. In this embodiment, the sum of the additional radial lengths RL22 is 34.8 mm. However, the sum of the additional radial lengths RL22 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

At least one of the at least ten internal spline teeth 64 of the second sprocket SP3 is circumferentially symmetrical with respect to the reference line CL2. In the radial direction relative to the rotational center axis A1 , the reference line CL2 extends from the rotational center axis A1 to the circumferential center point CP2 of the radially outermost end 64A of at least one of the at least ten internal spline teeth 64 . However, at least one of the internal spline teeth 64 may have an asymmetric shape relative to the reference line CL2. At least one of the internal spline teeth 64 includes an internal spline drive surface 66 and an internal spline non-drive surface 68 .

Internal spline drive surface 66 has a first internal spline surface angle AG21. A first internal spline surface angle AG21 is defined between the internal spline drive surface 66 and the first radial line L21. The first radial line L21 extends from the rotational center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 to the radially outermost edge 66A of the internal spline transmission surface 66 . The first internal pitch angle PA21 or the second internal pitch angle PA22 is defined between adjacent first radial lines L21 (see, for example, Figure 33).

The internal splined non-drive surface 68 has a second internal spline surface angle AG22. A second internal spline surface angle AG22 is defined between the internal spline non-drive surface 68 and the second radial line L22. The second radial line L22 extends from the central axis of rotation A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 to the radially outermost edge 68A of the internal splined non-drive surface 68 .

In this embodiment, the second internal spline surface angle AG22 is equal to the first internal spline surface angle AG21. However, the first internal spline surface angle AG21 may be different from the second internal spline surface angle AG22.

The first internal spline surface angle AG21 is between 0 degrees and 6 degrees. The second internal spline surface angle AG22 ranges from 0 degrees to 6 degrees. In this example, the first internal spline surface angle AG21 is 5 Spend. The second internal spline surface angle AG22 is 5 degrees. However, the first internal spline surface angle AG21 and the second internal spline surface angle AG22 are not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

As seen in FIG. 37 , the inner spline teeth 64 mesh with the outer spline teeth 40 to transmit transmission rotational force F1 from the second sprocket SP3 to the sprocket support body 28 . The inner spline transmission surface 66 may contact the outer spline transmission surface 48 to transmit transmission rotational force F1 from the second sprocket SP3 to the sprocket support body 28 . In the state where the inner spline drive surface 66 is in contact with the outer spline drive surface 48 , the inner spline non-drive surface 68 is spaced apart from the outer spline non-drive surface 50 .

The internal spline teeth 63 of the first sprocket SP2 and the internal spline teeth 65 of the second sprocket SP4 have substantially the same structure as the internal spline teeth 64 of the second sprocket SP3. Therefore, for the sake of brevity, it will not be described in detail here.

As seen in FIG. 2 , the sprocket support member 37 includes at least ten internal spline teeth 76 configured to engage the sprocket support body 28 of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 . The plurality of internal spline teeth 76 has substantially the same structure as the plurality of internal spline teeth 64 . Therefore, for the sake of brevity, it will not be described in detail here.

As seen in FIG. 38 , the first sprocket SP1 includes a first torque transmitting structure SP1T provided to the first inward side SP1H to directly or indirectly transmit the pedaling torque to the sprocket support body 28 . In this embodiment, the first torque transmission structure SP1T includes a plurality of first torque transmission teeth SP1T1 to indirectly transmit the pedaling torque to the sprocket support body 28 . The first torque transmission structure SP1T includes at least ten first torque transmission teeth SP1T1. Preferably, the total number of at least ten first torque transmission teeth SP1T1 is equal to or greater than 20. More preferably, the total number of at least ten first torque transmission teeth SP1T1 is equal to or greater than 28. In this embodiment, the total number of at least ten first torque transmitting teeth SP1T1 is 29. However, the total number of at least ten first torque transmission teeth SP1T1 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range.

As seen in FIGS. 38 and 39 , the first sprocket SP2 includes a first inward direction SP2H and a first outboard direction SP2G. Relative to the rotation center axis A1 of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14, the first outward side SP2G is opposite to the first inward side SP2H in the axial direction D2. The first sprocket SP2 includes a first torque transmitting structure SP2M provided to the first inward side SP2H to directly or indirectly transmit the pedaling torque to the sprocket support body 28 . In this embodiment, the internal spline teeth 63 of the first sprocket SP2 may also be referred to as the first torque transmission teeth 63 . The first torque transmission structure SP2M includes a plurality of first torque transmission teeth 63 to directly transmit the pedaling torque to the sprocket support body 28 . The first torque transmission structure SP2M includes at least ten first torque transmission teeth 63 . Preferably, the total number of at least ten first torque transmitting teeth 63 is equal to or greater than 20. More preferably, the total number of at least ten first torque transmitting teeth 63 is equal to or greater than 28. In this embodiment, the total number of at least ten first torque transmitting teeth 63 is twenty-nine. However, the total number of at least ten first torque transmission teeth 63 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range. The first torque transmitting teeth 63 may also be referred to as internal spline teeth 63 .

As seen in FIG. 39 , the first sprocket SP2 includes a second torque transmission structure SP2T to receive the pedaling torque from the first sprocket SP1 . The second torque transmission structure SP2T is provided on the first outward side SP2G. In this embodiment, the second torque transmission structure SP2T includes a plurality of second torque transmission teeth SP2T1. Preferably, the total number of second torque transmission teeth SP2T1 is equal to or greater than 20. More preferably, the total number of second torque transmission teeth SP2T1 is equal to or greater than 28. In this embodiment, the total number of second torque transmitting teeth SP2T1 is 29. However, the total number of second torque transmission teeth SP2T1 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range. The first torque transmitting structure SP1T is engaged with the second torque transmitting structure SP2T. The plurality of first torque transmission teeth SP1T1 mesh with the plurality of second torque transmission teeth SP2T1 to transmit the transmission rotation force F1.

As seen in FIGS. 23 and 24 , the sprocket support body 28 includes a hub indicator 28I provided at the axial end of the base support 41 . When viewed along the center axis of rotation A1, the hub indicator 28I is provided in the area of the second outer pitch angle PA12. In this embodiment, hub indicator 28I includes a dot. However, hub indicator 28I may include other shapes, such as triangles and lines. Additionally, hub indicator 28I may be a separate member attached to sprocket support body 28 via an engagement structure such as adhesive. The position of the wheel hub indicator 28I is not limited to this embodiment.

As seen in FIG. 7 , the first sprocket SP1 includes a sprocket indicator SP1I provided at the axial end of the sprocket body SP1A. In this embodiment, the sprocket indicator SP1I includes dots. However, the sprocket indicator SP1I may include other shapes, such as triangles and lines. Additionally, the sprocket indicator SP1I may be a separate member attached to the sprocket SP1 through an engagement structure such as an adhesive. The position of the sprocket indicator SP1I is not limited to this embodiment. The sprocket indicator SP1I can be provided to any of the other sprockets SP2 to SP12. The sprocket indicator SP1I may also be provided to the sprocket support member 37 .

As seen in Figure 6, the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 further includes a free wheel structure 78. The sprocket support body 28 is operatively coupled to the hub body 36 by a freewheel structure 78 . The free wheel structure 78 is configured to couple the sprocket support body 28 to the hub body 36 to rotate the sprocket support body 28 together with the hub body 36 in the transmission rotation direction D11 (Fig. 5) during pedaling. The free wheel structure 78 is configured to allow the sprocket support body 28 to rotate relative to the hub body 36 in the opposite rotational direction D12 (Fig. 5) during idle. Therefore, the free wheel structure 78 can be interpreted as a one-way coupling structure 78 . The free wheel structure 78 will be described in detail later.

The bicycle rear hub assembly 12 includes a first bearing 79A and a second bearing 79B. The first bearing 79A and the second bearing 79B are provided between the sprocket support body 28 and the hub shaft 30 to rotatably support the sprocket support body 28 around the rotation center axis A1 relative to the hub shaft 30 .

In this embodiment, each of the sprocket support body 28, the brake rotor support body 34, and the hub body 36 are made of a metallic material such as aluminum, iron, or titanium. However, at least one of sprocket support body 28, brake rotor support body 34, and hub body 36 may be made of non-metallic materials. become.

As seen in FIG. 40 , the free wheel structure 78 includes a first ratchet member 80 and a second ratchet member 82 . The first ratchet member 80 is configured to engage in a torque-transmitting manner with one of the hub body 36 and the sprocket support body 28 . The second ratchet member 82 is configured to engage in a torque-transmitting manner with the other of the hub body 36 and the sprocket support body 28 . In this embodiment, the first ratchet member 80 engages the sprocket support body 28 in a torque-transmitting manner. The second ratchet member 82 engages the hub body 36 in a torque transmitting manner. However, the first ratchet member 80 may be configured to engage the hub body 36 in a torque-transmitting manner. The second ratchet member 82 may be configured to engage the sprocket support body 28 in a torque-transmitting manner.

The first ratchet member 80 is mounted to the sprocket support body 28 to rotate together with the sprocket support body 28 about the rotation center axis A1 relative to the hub body 36 . The second ratchet member 82 is mounted to the hub body 36 to rotate together with the hub body 36 relative to the sprocket support body 28 about the rotation center axis A1 . Each of the first ratchet member 80 and the second ratchet member 82 has an annular shape.

At least one of the first ratchet member 80 and the second ratchet member 82 is movable relative to the hub shaft 30 in the axial direction D2 relative to the rotational center axis A1. In this embodiment, each of the first ratchet member 80 and the second ratchet member 82 is movable relative to the hub shaft 30 in the axial direction D2. The second ratchet member 82 is movable relative to the hub body 36 in the axial direction D2. The first ratchet member 80 is movable relative to the sprocket support body 28 in the axial direction D2.

The hub body 36 includes a free wheel housing 36H having an annular shape. The freewheel housing 36H extends in the axial direction D2. The first ratchet member 80 and the second ratchet member 82 are disposed in the freewheel housing 36H in an assembled state.

As seen in Figure 41, the first ratchet member 80 includes at least one first ratchet tooth 80A. In this embodiment, at least one first ratchet tooth 80A includes a plurality of first ratchet teeth 80A. plural A first ratchet tooth 80A is configured in the circumferential direction D1 to provide saw teeth.

As seen in Figure 42, the second ratchet member 82 includes at least one second ratchet tooth 82A configured to engage in a torque-transmitting manner with the at least one first ratchet tooth 80A. At least one second ratchet tooth 82A meshes with at least one first ratchet tooth 80A to transmit the rotational force F1 from the sprocket support body 28 to the hub body 36 (Fig. 40). In this embodiment, at least one second ratchet tooth 82A includes a plurality of second ratchet teeth 82A configured to engage in a torque-transmitting manner with a plurality of first ratchet teeth 80A. The plurality of second ratchet teeth 82A are configured in the circumferential direction D1 to provide saw teeth. The plurality of second ratchet teeth 82A can mesh with the plurality of first ratchet teeth 80A. In a state where the second ratchet teeth 82A are meshed with the first ratchet teeth 80A, the first ratchet member 80 and the second ratchet member 82 rotate together.

As seen in Figures 41 and 42, the sprocket support body 28 has an outer peripheral surface 28P having first helical splines 28H. The first ratchet member 80 is configured to torque-transmittingly engage the sprocket support body 28 and includes a second helical spline 80H that mates with the first helical spline 28H. The first ratchet member 80 moves in the axial direction D2 relative to the sprocket support body 28 via the second helical spline 80H that cooperates with the first helical spline 28H during transmission by the first thrust force exerted from the sprocket support body 28 removably mounted on. In this embodiment, the first helical spline 28H includes a plurality of helical outer spline teeth 46 . The second helical spline 80H includes a plurality of helical internal spline teeth 80H1 mated with a plurality of helical external spline teeth 46 .

As seen in Figure 43, hub body 36 includes an inner peripheral surface 36S and at least one first tooth 36T. At least one first tooth 36T is provided on the inner peripheral surface 36S. In this embodiment, freewheel housing 36H includes an interior peripheral surface 36S. The hub body 36 includes a plurality of first teeth 36T. A plurality of first teeth 36T are disposed on the inner peripheral surface 36S and extend radially inward from the inner peripheral surface 36S relative to the rotation center axis A1. The first teeth 36T are arranged in the circumferential direction D1 To define a plurality of grooves 36R between adjacent two teeth of the first tooth 36T.

The second ratchet member 82 includes a hub body engaging portion 82E that is torque-transmittingly engaged with the hub body 36 via the hub body engaging portion 82E to transmit rotational force F1 from the first ratchet member 80 to the hub body 36 . One of the hub body engaging portion 82E and the hub body 36 includes at least one radially extending protrusion. The other of hub body engaging portion 82E and hub body 36 includes at least one groove that engages the at least one protrusion. In this embodiment, the hub body engaging portion 82E includes a radially extending at least one protrusion 82T as the at least one protrusion. Hub body 36 includes at least one groove 36R that engages at least one protrusion 82T. In this embodiment, hub body engaging portion 82E includes a plurality of protrusions 82T. A plurality of protrusions 82T engage a plurality of grooves 36R.

As seen in Figure 42, the outer peripheral surface 28P of the sprocket support body 28 has a guide portion 28G configured to guide the first ratchet member 80 toward the hub body 36 during idle rotation. Guide portion 28G is configured to define an obtuse angle AG28 with first helical spline 28H (Fig. 48). The sprocket support body 28 includes a plurality of guide portions 28G. Guide portion 28G is configured to guide first ratchet member 80 toward hub body 36 during idle or idle. Guide portion 28G guides first ratchet member 80 toward hub body 36 during idle rotation to release mating engagement between at least one first ratchet tooth 80A (Fig. 41) and at least one second ratchet tooth 82A. The guide portion 28G is configured to move the first ratchet member 80 away from the second ratchet member 82 in the axial direction D2. The guide portion 28G extends at least in the circumferential direction D1 relative to the sprocket support body 28 . The guide portion 28G extends from one of the plurality of helical external spline teeth 46 at least in the circumferential direction D1. Although in this embodiment the guide portion 28G is provided integrally with the helical outer spline teeth 46 as a one-piece unitary member, the guide portion 28G may be a separate member from the plurality of helical outer spline teeth 46 . Due to the guide portion 28G, the first ratchet member 80 and the second ratchet member 82 smoothly disengage each other during idle rotation. This is particularly the case where branch 28G is configured to define an obtuse angle AG28 relative to first helical spline 28H. This also results in reduced noise during idle, since at least one first ratchet tooth 80A and at least one second ratchet tooth 82A smoothly separate from each other during idle.

As seen in FIG. 40 , the rear bicycle hub assembly 12 further includes a biasing member 84 . A biasing member 84 is disposed between the hub body 36 and the first ratchet member 80 to bias the first ratchet member 80 toward the second ratchet member 82 in the axial direction D2. For example, in this embodiment, the biasing member 84 is a compression spring.

As seen in Figure 44, the biasing member 84 is compressed in the axial direction D2 between the hub body 36 and the first ratchet member 80. The biasing member 84 biases the first ratchet member 80 toward the second ratchet member 82 to maintain an engaged state in which the first ratchet member 80 and the second ratchet member 82 engage each other via the first and second ratchet teeth 80A, 82A.

Preferably, the biasing member 84 is engaged with the hub body 36 for rotation with the hub body 36 . The biasing member 84 is mounted to the hub body 36 to rotate with the hub body 36 about the rotational center axis A1 (Fig. 40). Biasing member 84 includes crimp body 84A and connecting end 84B. Hub body 36 includes attachment holes 36F. The connecting end 84B is disposed in the connecting hole 36F so that the biasing member 84 rotates together with the hub body 36 about the rotation center axis A1 (Fig. 40).

As seen in FIG. 44 , the outer peripheral surface 28P of the sprocket support body 28 supports the first and second ratchet members 80 , 82 . The first ratchet member 80 includes an axial surface 80S facing the axial direction D2. At least one first ratchet tooth 80A is disposed on the axial surface 80S of the first ratchet member 80 . In this embodiment, a plurality of first ratchet teeth 80A are disposed on the axial surface 80S of the first ratchet member 80 . Axial surface 80S is generally perpendicular to axial direction D2. However, axial surface 80S may not be perpendicular to axial direction D2.

The second ratchet member 82 includes an axial surface 82S facing the axial direction D2. at least one Two ratchet teeth 82A are disposed on the axial surface 82S of the second ratchet member 82 . The axial surface 82S of the second ratchet member 82 faces the axial surface 80S of the first ratchet member 80 . In this embodiment, a plurality of second ratchet teeth 82A are disposed on the axial surface 82S of the second ratchet member 82 . Axial surface 82S is generally perpendicular to axial direction D2. However, axial surface 82S may not be perpendicular to axial direction D2.

As seen in FIG. 40 , the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 includes a spacer 86 , a support member 88 , a sliding member 90 , an additional biasing member 92 and a receiving member 94 . However, it is possible to omit at least one of the spacer 86 , the support member 88 , the sliding member 90 , the additional biasing member 92 and the receiving member 94 from the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 .

As seen in Figures 44 and 45, the spacer 86 is at least partially disposed between the at least one first tooth 36T and the at least one protrusion 82T in the circumferential direction D1 defined around the rotation center axis A1. In this embodiment, the spacer 86 is partially disposed in the circumferential direction D1 between the first tooth 36T and the protrusion 82T. However, the spacer 86 may be completely disposed between the first tooth 36T and the protrusion 82T in the circumferential direction D1.

As seen in Figures 45-47, spacer 86 includes at least one intermediate portion 86A disposed between at least one first tooth 36T and at least one protrusion 82T. At least one intermediate portion 86A is provided in the circumferential direction D1 between at least one first tooth 36T and at least one protrusion 82T. In this embodiment, the spacer 86 includes a plurality of intermediate portions 86A respectively disposed between the first teeth 36T and the protrusions 82T in the circumferential direction D1. Although the spacer 86 includes the intermediate portions 86A in this embodiment, the spacer 86 may include one intermediate portion 86A.

As seen in Figures 46 and 47, spacer 86 includes connecting portion 86B. A plurality of intermediate portions 86A extend from the connecting portion 86B in an axial direction D2 parallel to the rotational center axis A1. Although the spacer 86 includes the connecting portion 86B in this embodiment, the connecting portion 86B may be omitted from the spacer 86 .

Spacer 86 includes a non-metallic material. In this embodiment, the non-metallic material includes resin material. Examples of resin materials include synthetic resins. As an alternative to or in addition to the resin material, the non-metallic material may include materials other than the resin material. Although the intermediate portion 86A and the connecting portion 86B are provided integrally with each other as a one-piece unitary member in this embodiment, at least one of the intermediate portions 86A may be a separate portion from the connecting portion 86B.

As seen in FIGS. 44 and 45 , a plurality of intermediate portions 86A are disposed in the radial direction between the inner peripheral surface 36S of the hub body 36 and the outer peripheral surface 82P of the second ratchet member 82 .

As seen in Figure 44, the support member 88 is disposed between the hub body 36 and the second ratchet member 82 in the axial direction D2. Support member 88 is attached to second ratchet member 82 . Support member 88 is disposed radially outward from first ratchet member 80 . Support member 88 may contact first ratchet member 80 . Support member 88 preferably includes non-metallic materials. The support member 88 made of non-metallic material reduces noise during operation of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 . In this embodiment, the non-metallic material includes resin material. As an alternative to or in addition to the resin material, the non-metallic material may include materials other than the resin material.

The sliding member 90 is provided between the sprocket support body 28 and the second ratchet member 82 in the axial direction D2 parallel to the rotation center axis A1. The second ratchet member 82 is provided between the first ratchet member 80 and the sliding member 90 in the axial direction D2. Slide member 90 preferably includes non-metallic materials. The sliding member 90 made of non-metallic material reduces noise during operation of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12. In this embodiment, the non-metallic material includes resin material. As an alternative to or in addition to the resin material, the non-metallic material may include materials other than the resin material.

The sprocket support body 28 includes an abutment 28E to abut the second ratchet member 82 to limit axial movement of the second ratchet member 82 away from the hub body 36 . The abutment 28E can in this embodiment be connected via a sliding The moving member 90 indirectly abuts the second ratchet member 82 . Alternatively, abutment 28E may directly abut second ratchet member 82 . The first ratchet member 80 is disposed in the axial direction D2 on the axial side of the second ratchet member 82 opposite the abutment 28E of the sprocket support body 28 . The sliding member 90 is disposed in the axial direction D2 between the abutment 28E of the sprocket support body 28 and the second ratchet member 82 .

As seen in FIG. 44 , an additional biasing member 92 is provided between the hub body 36 and the second ratchet member 82 in the axial direction D2 to bias the second ratchet member 82 toward the sprocket support body 28 . In this embodiment, the additional biasing member 92 biases the second ratchet member 82 in the axial direction D2 via the support member 88 . Additional biasing members 92 are disposed radially outward from biasing member 84 . Additional biasing members 92 are disposed radially outward from the second plurality of ratchet teeth 82A in this embodiment.

Storage member 94 includes non-metallic material. The receiving member 94, which is made of a non-metallic material, prevents the biasing member 84 from excessive twisting during operation of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12. In this embodiment, the non-metallic material includes resin material. As an alternative to or in addition to the resin material, the non-metallic material may include materials other than the resin material. The receiving member 94 includes an axial receiving portion 96 and a radial receiving portion 98 . The axial receiving portion 96 is provided between the first ratchet member 80 and the biasing member 84 in the axial direction D2. The radial receiving portion 98 extends from the axial receiving portion 96 in the axial direction D2. Radial receiving portion 98 is disposed radially inwardly from biasing member 84 . The axial receiving portion 96 and the radial receiving portion 98 are provided integrally with each other as a one-piece unitary member. However, the axial receiving portion 96 may be a separate component from the radial receiving portion 98 .

As seen in Figure 44, the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 includes a sealing structure 100. The sealing structure 100 is disposed between the sprocket support body 28 and the hub body 36 . Hub body 36 includes interior space 102 . Each of the sprocket support body 28 , the biasing member 84 , the first ratchet member 80 and the second ratchet member 82 are at least partially disposed within the interior space 102 of the hub body 36 . The interior space 102 is sealed by the sealing structure 100 . In this embodiment, no lubricant is disposed in the interior space 102 middle. However, the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 may include lubricant disposed in the interior space 102 . Compared to a situation where the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 may include lubricant disposed in the interior space 102 , if no lubricant is disposed, each gap between components disposed in the interior space 102 may be reduced.

The operation of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 will be described in detail below with reference to Figures 44, 48 and 49.

As seen in FIG. 44 , the axial direction D2 includes a first axial direction D21 and a second axial direction D22 opposite to the first axial direction D21 . Biasing force F5 is applied from biasing member 84 to receiving member 94 in first axial direction D21. The biasing force F5 of the biasing member 84 biases the receiving member 94 , the first ratchet member 80 , the second ratchet member 82 and the sliding member 90 toward the sprocket support body 28 in the first axial direction D21 . This engages first ratchet tooth 80A with second ratchet tooth 82A.

Furthermore, as seen in FIG. 48 , when the pedaling torque T1 is input to the sprocket support body 28 in the transmission rotation direction D11 , the helical inner spline teeth 80H1 are opposed by the helical outer spline teeth 46 in the first axial direction D21 The sprocket support body 28 guides. This strongly engages the first ratchet tooth 80A with the second ratchet tooth 82A. In this state, the pedaling torque T1 is transmitted from the sprocket support body 28 to the hub body 36 ( FIG. 44 ) via the first ratchet member 80 and the second ratchet member 82 ( FIG. 44 ).

As seen in FIG. 48 , during idle rotation, the first ratchet member 80 contacts the guide portion 28G to disengage from the first ratchet member 80 by the rotational friction force F6 generated between the biasing member 84 ( FIG. 44 ) and the first ratchet member 80 . The two ratchet members 82 are disengaged. As seen in FIG. 49 , an idle torque T2 is applied to the hub body 36 in the transmission rotation direction D11 during idle. The idle torque T2 is transmitted from the hub body 36 (Fig. 44) to the first ratchet member 80 via the second ratchet member 82 (Fig. 44). At this time, the helical inner spline teeth 80H1 are guided relative to the sprocket support body 28 in the second axial direction D22 by the helical outer spline teeth 46 . This causes the first ratchet member 80 to resist the biasing force F5 in the second axial direction D22 relative to The sprockets support the movement of the main body 28 . Accordingly, the first ratchet member 80 moves away from the second ratchet member 82 in the second axial direction D22, resulting in a weaker engagement between the first ratchet teeth 80A and the second ratchet teeth 82A. This allows the second ratchet member 82 to rotate relative to the first ratchet member 80 in the transmission rotation direction D11, thereby preventing the idle torque T2 from being transmitted from the hub body 36 to the sprocket support body via the first ratchet member 80 and the second ratchet member 82. 28. At this time, the first ratchet teeth 80A slide together with the second ratchet teeth 82A in the circumferential direction D1.

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As seen in FIG. 50 , in the above-described embodiments and other modifications, the external spline teeth 40 may include grooves 40G disposed in the circumferential direction D1 between the external spline drive surface 48 and the external spline non-drive surface 50 . The groove 40G reduces the weight of the bicycle rear hub assembly 12 .

As seen in FIG. 51 , in the above-described embodiment and other modifications, the internal spline teeth 64 may include a groove 64G disposed in the circumferential direction D1 between the internal spline drive surface 66 and the internal spline non-drive surface 68 . The groove 64G reduces the weight of the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 .

In the present application, at least ten internal spline teeth may be provided indirectly to the second opening of the second sprocket, whereas in the above embodiment at least ten internal spline teeth are provided directly to the second sprockets SP3 and SP4 The second opening of each of them. For example, instead of providing the at least ten internal spline teeth directly to the second opening of the second sprocket SP3 and/or the second sprocket SP4, at least one of the second sprockets SP3 and SP4 may be attached to a sprocket support member including at least ten internal spline teeth. Alternatively, instead of providing at least ten internal spline teeth directly to the second opening of the second sprocket, the at least one second sprocket may be integrally formed with at least one additional sprocket including at least ten internal spline teeth. Single piece integral construction. Because this second sprocket indirectly includes at least ten internal spline teeth via the sprocket support member and/or the additional sprocket, it also means that the second sprocket includes a chain configured to interface with the bicycle rear hub assembly. The wheel support body meshes with at least ten internal spline teeth.

The bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 may include only one first sprocket or more than two first sprockets, and the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 includes two first sprockets SP1 and SP2 in the above embodiment.

The bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 may include only one second sprocket or more than two second sprockets, and the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 includes two second sprockets SP3 and SP4 in the above embodiment.

As seen in Figure 52, the total number of at least ten external spline teeth 40 in the sprocket support body 28 may range from 22 to 24. For example, the total number of at least ten external spline teeth 40 may be twenty-three. The first outer peripheral pitch angle PA11 may range from 13 degrees to 17 degrees. For example, the first outer peripheral pitch angle PA11 may be 15 degrees. The second outer peripheral pitch angle PA12 may range from 28 degrees to 32 degrees. For example, the second outer peripheral pitch angle PA12 may be 30 degrees. The first outer pitch angle PA11 is half of the second outer pitch angle PA12. However, the first outer peripheral pitch angle PA11 may be different from half of the second outer peripheral pitch angle PA12. The total number of at least ten external spline teeth 40 is not limited to the above modifications and scope. The first outer peripheral pitch angle PA11 is not limited to the above modifications and ranges. The second outer peripheral pitch angle PA12 is not limited to the above modifications and ranges.

As seen in Figure 53, the sum of the radial lengths RL11 of the plurality of external splined drive surfaces 48 in the sprocket support body 28 may range from 11 mm to 14 mm. The sum of the radial lengths RL11 of the plurality of external splined transmission surfaces 48 may be 12.5 mm. The sum of the additional radial lengths RL12 may range from 26mm to 30mm. For example, the sum of the additional radial lengths RL12 may be 28.2 mm. However, the sum of the additional radial length RL12 is not limited to the above modifications and range.

As seen in FIG. 54 , in the first torque transmission structure SP1T of the first sprocket SP1 , the total number of at least ten first torque transmission teeth SP1T1 may range from 22 to 24. For example, the total number of at least ten first torque transmission teeth SP1T1 may be 23. However, the total number of at least ten first torque transmission teeth SP1T1 is not limited to the above modification and range.

As seen in FIG. 55 , in the second torque transmission structure SP2T of the first sprocket SP2, at least The total number of ten second torque transmitting teeth SP2T1 may range from 22 to 24. For example, the total number of at least ten second torque transmission teeth SP2T1 may be 23. However, the total number of at least ten second torque transmission teeth SP2T1 is not limited to the above modifications and scope.

As seen in FIG. 56 , in the first sprocket SP2 , the total number of at least ten internal spline teeth 63 of the first sprocket SP2 may range from 22 to 24. For example, the total number of at least ten internal spline teeth 63 of the first sprocket SP2 may be 23. However, the total number of at least ten internal spline teeth 63 is not limited to the above modifications and scope.

As seen in FIG. 57 , in the second sprocket SP3 , the total number of at least ten internal spline teeth 64 of the second sprocket SP3 may range from 22 to 24. For example, the total number of at least ten internal spline teeth 64 of the second sprocket SP3 may be 23. However, the total number of at least ten internal spline teeth 64 is not limited to the above modifications and scope.

As seen in FIG. 58 , in the second sprocket SP4 , the total number of at least ten internal spline teeth 65 of the second sprocket SP4 may range from 22 to 24. For example, the total number of at least ten internal spline teeth 65 of the second sprocket SP4 may be 23. However, the total number of at least ten internal spline teeth 65 is not limited to the above modifications and scope.

As seen in Figure 59, in the at least ten internal spline teeth 64 of the second sprocket SP3, the first internal pitch angle PA21 may range from 13 degrees to 17 degrees. For example, the first internal pitch angle PA21 may be 15 degrees. The second internal pitch angle PA22 may range from 28 degrees to 32 degrees. For example, the second internal pitch angle PA22 may be 30 degrees. The first internal pitch angle PA21 may be half of the second internal pitch angle PA22. However, the first inner pitch angle PA21 may be different from half of the second inner pitch angle PA22. The first internal pitch angle PA21 is not limited to the above modifications and range. The second internal pitch angle PA22 is not limited to the above modifications and range.

As seen in Figure 60, in the internal spline teeth 64 of the second sprocket SP3, a plurality of internal splines The sum of the radial lengths RL21 of the transmission surface 66 may range from 11 mm to 14 mm. For example, the sum of the radial lengths RL21 of the plurality of internal spline transmission surfaces 66 may be 12.5 mm. However, the total radial length of RL21 is not limited to the above modifications and ranges. The sum of the additional radial lengths RL22 may range from 26mm to 29mm. For example, the sum of the additional radial lengths RL22 is 27.6 mm. However, the sum of the additional radial lengths RL22 is not limited to this embodiment and the above range. The internal spline teeth 63 of the first sprocket SP2 and the internal spline teeth 65 of the second sprocket SP4 have the same structure as the internal spline teeth 64 of the second sprocket SP3.

As seen in FIG. 61 , the internal spline teeth 76 of the sprocket support member 37 may have the same structure as the internal spline teeth 64 of the second sprocket SP3 illustrated in FIGS. 57 , 59 and 60 . The total number of at least ten internal spline teeth 76 of the sprocket support member 37 may range from 22 to 24. For example, the total number of at least ten internal spline teeth 76 of the sprocket support member 37 may be twenty-three. However, the total number of at least ten internal spline teeth 76 is not limited to the above modifications and scope. The structure of the internal spline teeth 64 illustrated in FIG. 60 may be adapted to the internal spline teeth 76 of the sprocket support member 37 .

As seen in Figure 62, the bicycle rear sprocket assembly 14 may include an additional sprocket SP13. The additional sprocket SP13 is coupled to the additional sprocket SP12 by a plurality of coupling members SP13R. The additional sprocket SP13 includes a sprocket body SP13A and at least one sprocket tooth SP13B. The sprocket body SP13A of the additional sprocket SP13 is coupled to the sprocket body SP12A of the additional sprocket SP12 through a plurality of coupling members SP13R. At least one sprocket tooth SP13B extends radially outward from the sprocket body SP13A. The total number of at least one sprocket tooth SP13B is greater than the total number of at least one sprocket tooth SP12B. Preferably, the total number of teeth of at least one sprocket tooth SP13B is equal to or greater than 46. More preferably, the total number of teeth of at least one sprocket tooth SP13B is equal to or greater than 50. For example, at least one sprocket tooth SP13B has a total number of teeth of 54.

The tooth profiles of the sprocket teeth SP1B to SP13B of the sprockets SP1 to SP13 may have conventional tooth profiles. and/or narrow and wide tooth profiles. Specifically, as a narrow-wide tooth profile, the sprocket teeth SP1B to SP13B of the sprockets SP1 to SP13 may also include at least one first tooth and at least one second tooth, each of the first teeth having a first axial maximum Chain meshing width, each of the second teeth has a second axial maximum chain meshing width that is smaller than the first axial maximum chain meshing width. The first axial maximum chain meshing width and the second axial maximum chain meshing width are measured along the axial direction D2. The first axial maximum chain meshing width is greater than the axial inner chain space defined by one pair of inner link plates of the bicycle chain 20, and is smaller than the axial outer chain space defined by one pair of outer link plates of the bicycle chain 20, wherein when the bicycle chain 20 is in mesh with one of the sprockets SP1 to SP13, the pair of outer link plates face each other in the axial direction D2. The second axial maximum chain engagement width is less than the axial inner link space defined by the pair of inner link plates of the bicycle chain 20 . Accordingly, the at least one first tooth is configured to engage with a pair of outer link plates of the bicycle chain 20 , wherein the pair of outer link plates faces in the axial direction D2 when the bicycle chain 20 is engaged with one of the sprockets SP1 to SP13 each other, and the at least one second tooth is configured to engage with a pair of inner link plates of the bicycle chain 20 , wherein the pair of inner link plates face each other in the axial direction D2 . Preferably, at least one first tooth and at least one second tooth are arranged alternately on the outer periphery of at least one of the sprockets SP1 to SP13. Preferably, the sprocket teeth SP1B to SP13B of the sprockets SP1 to SP13 include a plurality of first teeth and a plurality of second teeth, and each of the first teeth has the above-mentioned first axial maximum chain meshing width. , each of the second teeth has the second axial maximum chain engagement width mentioned above. Preferably, a plurality of first teeth and a plurality of second teeth are alternately disposed on the outer periphery of at least one of the sprockets SP1 to SP13. Preferably, the sprocket teeth of the largest sprocket may have this narrow wide tooth profile. Therefore, preferably, the sprocket teeth SP12B of the sprocket SP12 in FIG. 6 or the sprocket teeth SP13B of the sprocket SP13 in FIG. 62 include at least one of the first axial maximum chain meshing widths mentioned above. A first tooth and at least one second tooth having the second axial maximum chain engagement width mentioned above.

As used herein, the term "comprising" and its derivatives are intended to designate stated characteristics, elements, Open terms that indicate the presence of features, components, groups, integers and/or steps but do not exclude the presence of other features, elements, components, groups, integers and/or steps that do not state the presence. This concept also applies to words of similar meaning, such as the terms "have", "include" and their derivatives.

The terms "member", "section", "section", "part", "element", "body" and "structure" when used in the singular may have the dual meaning of a single part or a plurality of parts.

Ordinal numbers such as "first" and "second" described in this application are only identifiers and do not have any other meaning, such as a specific order, etc. Furthermore, for example, the term "first element" by itself does not imply the presence of a "second element", and the term "second element" by itself does not imply the presence of a "first element".

The term "pair" as used herein may encompass configurations in which pairs of elements have different shapes or structures from each other in addition to configurations in which pairs of elements have the same shape or structure as each other.

Accordingly, the terms "a," "one or more," and "at least one" are used interchangeably herein.

Finally, terms of degree such as "substantially," "approximately," and "approximately" as used herein mean a reasonable amount of deviation from the modified term such that the end result does not materially alter. All numerical values described in this application may be understood to include terms such as "substantially," "approximately," and "approximately."

Obviously, numerous modifications and variations of the present invention are possible in light of the above teachings. It is, therefore, to be understood that within the scope of the appended claims, the invention may be practiced otherwise than as specifically described herein.

10:Bicycle transmission system

12:Bicycle rear hub assembly

14: Bicycle rear sprocket assembly

16:Bicycle brake rotor

28: Sprocket support body

30: hub shaft

30A: Shaft through hole

30B: First shaft end

30C: Second shaft end

30X: Shaft tube

30Y: first axis part

30Z: Second axis part

32:Lock component

34: Brake rotor support body

36: Wheel hub body

37:Sprocket support member

A1: Central axis

BD1: minimum inner diameter

BD2: Maximum outer diameter

BD3: minimum outer diameter

BF: bicycle frame

BF1: first frame

BF2: Second frame

BF11: first groove

BF21: Second groove

CPL: axial center plane

D2: Axial direction

WS: wheel fastening structure

WS1: Fastening rod

Claims (18)

A sprocket support body rotatably mounted on a hub axle of a bicycle rear hub assembly, the sprocket support body comprising: at least ten external spline teeth configured to engage with a bicycle rear sprocket The assembly engages, each of the at least ten external spline teeth having an external spline drive surface and an external spline non-drive surface, each of the at least ten external spline teeth having an external spline The splined transmission surface is adapted to receive a transmission rotational force from the rear sprocket assembly of the bicycle during pedaling. The external splined transmission surface includes a radially outermost edge, a radially innermost edge, and a radial length, wherein is bounded from the radially outermost edge to the radially innermost edge, and a sum of the radial lengths of the external spline transmission surfaces of the at least ten external spline teeth is equal to or greater than 7 mm, the external The spline drive surface has a first outer spline surface angle defined between the outer spline drive surface and a first radial line extending from a center axis of rotation of the bicycle rear hub assembly Extending to one of the radially outermost edges of the external spline transmission surface, and the first external spline surface angle is equal to or greater than 0 degrees and equal to or less than 6 degrees, and the sprocket support body has a first axial direction end and a second axial end opposite the first axial end in an axial direction relative to the axis of rotation, the at least ten external spline teeth having at least ten external spline teeth on the sprocket support body There is a uniform external spline top diameter between the first axial end and the second axial end. The sprocket support body of claim 1, wherein the outer splined non-driving surface has a second outer spline surface angle defined between the outer splined non-driving surface and a second radial line, the second A radial line extends from a rotation center axis of the bicycle rear hub assembly to a radially outermost edge of the external spline non-drive surface, and the second external spline surface angle is equal to or less than 6 degrees. The sprocket support body of claim 1, wherein at least one of the at least ten external spline teeth has an axial spline tooth length equal to or less than 27 mm. The sprocket support body of claim 1, wherein a total number of the at least ten external spline teeth ranges from 22 to 24. The sprocket support body of claim 1, wherein the at least ten external spline teeth have a first external pitch angle and a second external pitch angle different from the first external pitch angle. The sprocket support body of claim 5, wherein the first outer pitch angle ranges from 13 degrees to 17 degrees, and the second outer pitch angle ranges from 28 degrees to 32 degrees. For example, the sprocket supporting body of claim item 5, wherein The first outer pitch angle is half of the second outer pitch angle. The sprocket support body of claim 5, wherein the first outer peripheral pitch angle ranges from 13 degrees to 17 degrees. The sprocket support body of claim 1, wherein the sum of the radial lengths of the external spline transmission surfaces ranges from 11 mm to 14 mm. The sprocket support body of claim 1, wherein at least one of the at least ten external spline teeth is circumferentially symmetrical with respect to a reference line, the reference line extends from a radial direction in a radial direction with respect to the central axis of rotation. The central axis of rotation extends to a circumferential center point of a radially outermost end of at least one of the at least ten external spline teeth. The sprocket support body of claim 1, wherein the at least ten external spline teeth have an external spline top diameter equal to or less than 34 mm. The sprocket support body of claim 11, wherein the top diameter of the external spline is equal to or less than 33 mm. The sprocket support body of claim 11, wherein the external spline top diameter is equal to or greater than 29 mm. The sprocket support body of claim 1, wherein the at least ten external spline teeth have an external spline bottom diameter equal to or less than 32 mm. The sprocket support body of claim 14, wherein the bottom diameter of the external spline is equal to or less than 31 mm. The sprocket support body of claim 14, wherein the bottom diameter of the external spline is equal to or greater than 28 mm. A bicycle rear hub assembly, which includes: a hub shaft; a hub body, which is rotatably installed on the hub shaft around a rotation center axis of the bicycle rear hub assembly; and the sprocket according to claim 1 Support the main body. The bicycle rear hub assembly of claim 17, further comprising a free wheel structure including a first ratchet member including at least one first ratchet tooth, and a second ratchet member configured to press At least one second ratchet tooth engaged in a torque-transmitting manner with the at least one first ratchet tooth, wherein the first ratchet member is configured to engage in a torque-transmitting manner with one of the hub body and the sprocket support body engaging, the second ratchet member configured to engage the other of the hub body and the sprocket support body in a torque transmitting manner, and At least one of the first ratchet member and the second ratchet member is movable relative to the hub shaft in an axial direction relative to the rotational center axis.