Abstract:
A suspension method for stabilizing a bicycle frame is provided with an elastically deformable damping suspension in order to absorb shocks, wherein said method consists of elastically deforming a suspension device by a torsional effect perpendicularly to the bicycle frame. The suspension device extends over a frame plane and is fitted out to implement the method by providing a damping torsional device arranged about at least one axis contained in a torsional plane perpendicular to the frame plane.
Abstract:
A bicycle can include a frame. The frame can include a front steering axle, a front fork assembly, and a handlebar assembly for steering a front wheel of the bicycle. The bicycle can also include one or more vibration isolators. The one or more vibration isolators can be operatively connected to at least one of the frame, the front steering axle, the front fork assembly, and the handlebar assembly. The one or more vibration isolators can also be configured to exhibit a non-linear stiffness profile including a region of quasi-zero stiffness. As a result, the one or more vibration isolators isolate a rider of the bicycle from vibrations transferred through the frame.
Abstract:
A bicycle has a frame with a rear suspension defining a suspension travel. The rear suspension includes a wheel link, a separate brake link, and a shock linkage. The wheel link is connected to the frame. The wheel link and the brake link are connected to each other via a floating pivot concentric with the rear wheel axis. The wheel link having an idler with a pivot axis below a projection line extending from the floating pivot to the main fixed pivot axis. The main fixed pivot axis is higher than the floating pivot when the rear suspension is at rest. The shock linkage is mounted to the frame via a fixed shock linkage pivot and interconnects the brake link and a shock absorber fixed on the frame.
Abstract:
A motorcycle frame comprising a main frame and pivotless rear wheel suspension system. The main frame comprises frame members with threaded ends. The rear wheel suspension system comprises an axle block for each side of the wheel axle, with each axle block being releasably connected to the main frame by two members called absorbers that attenuate shock loads. Each absorber has a threaded end for threading to the threaded ends of the frame members. The other end of the absorbers is adapted to form a bolted connection with the axle block.
Abstract:
A clamping mechanism is provided, the clamping mechanism have two clamps, a tensioning conduit corresponding to each of the clamps, and an actuator for simultaneously tensioning the two clamps by way of the tensioning conduits. Each clamp has a bracing element and a gripping segment, and when the clamps are tensioned along the tensioning conduit, the gripping segment of each clamp is drawn towards the corresponding bracing element. Also provided is a bicycle drive assembly, the assembly has two clamps for fixing to a bicycle, a drive mechanism for driving a bicycle wheel, and two elongate supports extending from the drive mechanism to corresponding clamps. When applied to a bicycle, a wheel of the bicycle passes partially between the elongate supports.
Abstract:
A suspension apparatus includes a first tube and a second tube that are telescopic and that are disposed on a vehicle body side and on a wheel side, respectively; a cylinder that is provided in the first tube; a rod that is provided in the second tube; a piston that is provided on the rod, slidingly contacts with an inner circumferential surface of the cylinder, and forms a first gas chamber on a side of the first tube; a coil spring configured to urge the first tube and the second tube in an extension direction; and a spring receiving member that is disposed at a position on a second tube side from a movable region of the piston, the coil spring being disposed between the spring receiving member and the second tube.
Abstract:
A suspension system that requires minimal or no welding and can be easily adapted for use with a variety of frame configurations without adversely affecting the frame integrity. One embodiment includes a top bearing (21), a base bearing (31), an upper clamp (19), and a strut (41). The bearing inserts may be secured with conventional fastening means, for example, adhesives or screws. In one embodiment, a lower spring seat may be secured with a snap ring and heat sensitive materials may be used. Thus, the suspension systems may, if welding is necessary, be installed using standard frame welding practice without the need for extraordinary or special fixtures or procedures. Options are thus now available in component material selection and suspension configuration which have previously been limited because of the heat of welding. This frame integral technology may be used with only minor changes to current fabrication practices.
Abstract:
A suspension method for stabilizing a bicycle frame is provided with an elastically deformable damping suspension in order to absorb shocks, wherein said method consists of elastically deforming a suspension device by a torsional effect perpendicularly to the bicycle frame. The suspension device extends over a frame plane and is fitted out to implement the method by providing a damping torsional means arranged about at least one axis contained in a torsional plane perpendicular to the frame plane.
Abstract:
A trailing link suspension for a bicycle includes at least one fork arm. The fork arm including a proximal end and a distal end defining a non-linear portion disposed between generally straight portions such that the distal end is at an angle of approximately 70°˜90° relative to the proximal end. The fork arm is rotatably fixed to a bicycle frame. The suspension includes a shock absorber comprising a first end and a second end, defining a length therebetween. The first end of the shock absorber rotatably fixed to the non-linear portion. The suspension includes a link including a first end and a second end defining a length therebetween. The second end of the shock absorber is rotatably fixed to the link, the first end of the link fixed to the second end of the fork arm and the second end of the link fixed to an axle.
Abstract:
A hidden-type shock absorbing bicycle frame has a front vehicle frame, a transmission assembly, a rear vehicle frame, and a damper. The front vehicle frame has a seat tube having two assembly plates. The assembly plate has an upper pivot hole and a lower pivot hole. An assembly space is formed between the assembly plates. The transmission assembly is pivotally connected to the upper pivot holes and has two front arms located in the assembly space and two rear arms located at two sides of the seat tube and extending backwardly. The rear vehicle frame is pivotally connected with the rear arms and is pivotally connected with the seat tube. The damper hidden inside the assembly space has a top end pivotally connected with the front arms and a bottom end pivotally connected to the lower pivot holes.