US4032168A
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Handlebar riser and setback with dashboard for motorcycles
Assignee: Space Age Control Inc
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Filing: 1976-02-02
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Granted: 1977-06-28
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Expires: 1996-02-02
Abstract
Abstract A device for raising and setting back the handlebar of a motorcycle. The device is comprised of two spaced mounting plates which are secured to the handlebar supporting means and which extend rearwardly therefrom to carry the handlebar. A dashboard extends across the space between the plates forwardly of the handlebar.
Inventors
- 👤 Donald E. Emerson
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 00:35
CPC Classifications
B; B62; B62K; B62K11/00; B62K11/14; B62K21/00; B62K21/12; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T74/00; Y10T74/20; Y10T74/20576; Y10T74/20732; Y10T74/2078; Y10T74/20822
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
70 words
In a motorcycle having a handlebar and handlebar supporting means, the improvement comprising: mounting means for securing the handlebar on the handlebar supporting means, said mounting means being adapted to set the handlebar back from and above the handlebar supporting means, and a dashboard on said mounting means, said dashboard extending forwardly on said mounting means and being comprised of a plate spaced upwardly from the handlebar supporting means and
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
70 words
In a motorcycle having a handlebar and handlebar supporting means, the improvement comprising: mounting means for securing the handlebar on the handlebar supporting means, said mounting means being adapted to set the handlebar back from and above the handlebar supporting means, and a dashboard on said mounting means, said dashboard extending forwardly on said mounting means and being comprised of a plate spaced upwardly from the handlebar supporting means and
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
130 words
The invention according to claim 1 in which: said mounting means are formed of two laterally spaced, generally upright plate members, said plate members being securable adjacent their forward ends to said handlebar supporting means, said dashboard being secured to the upper, forward ends of said plate members and extending laterally across the space between the plate members and forwardly thereof, said plate members having two laterally extending, aligned openings adjacent their upper and rearward ends for receiving the handlebar therein, said aligned openings being formed on their upper portions in two removable members forming upper rear end portions of said plate members, said removable members extending rearwardly of and at a higher level than said dashboard, said plate members having rearward lower edges tapering upwardly below said aligned openings.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
122 words
In a motor cycle having a handlebar and handlebar supporting means, the improvement comprising: mounting means for securing the handlebar on the handlebar supporting means, said mounting means being adapted to set the handlebar back from and above the handlebar supporting means, and a dashboard on said mounting means, said mounting means including two laterally spaced, generally upright plate members, said plate members being securable adjacent their forward lower ends to said handlebar supporting means, said plate members having two laterally extending, aligned openings adjacent their upper and rearward ends for receiving the handlebar therein, said dashboard being a plate securable to the upper, forward ends of said plate members and being adapted to extend across the space between the plate members.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
122 words
In a motor cycle having a handlebar and handlebar supporting means, the improvement comprising: mounting means for securing the handlebar on the handlebar supporting means, said mounting means being adapted to set the handlebar back from and above the handlebar supporting means, and a dashboard on said mounting means, said mounting means including two laterally spaced, generally upright plate members, said plate members being securable adjacent their forward lower ends to said handlebar supporting means, said plate members having two laterally extending, aligned openings adjacent their upper and rearward ends for receiving the handlebar therein, said dashboard being a plate securable to the upper, forward ends of said plate members and being adapted to extend across the space between the plate members.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
30 words
The invention according to claim 3 in which: said aligned openings are formed on their upper portions in two removable members forming upper rear end portions of said plate members.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
25 words
The invention according to claim 4 in which: said removable members extend rearwardly of said dashboard and extend to a level higher than said dashboard.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
21 words
The invention according to claim 3 in which: said plate members have rearward lower edges tapering upwardly below said aligned openings.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
16 words
The invention according to claim 3 in which: said dashboard extends forwardly beyond said plate members.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1980-06-27 | 1980-12-27 | 1981-06-28 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-06-27 | 1984-12-27 | 1985-06-28 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-06-27 | 1988-12-27 | 1989-06-28 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |