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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8162345 | Foldable bicycle A foldable bicycle includes a frame, gears and two wheels. The frame includes a front vertical tubular portion, a front horizontal tubular portion, a hinge, a rear horizontal tubular portion and a seat-supporting tubular portion. A lopsided portion is disposed above... | 04/24/2012 |
| 8118322 | Convertible cycling apparatus Cycling apparatus (10) including at least one front wheel (12) and at least one rear wheel (14) rotatably mounted on axles on a frame (18), a riding sea (20) attached to the frame (18), a drive mechanism (24) coupled ... | 02/21/2012 |
| 8096569 | Convertible cycling-stroller apparatus A convertible cycling-stroller apparatus is provided. The convertible cycling-stroller apparatus includes a two-part frame; at least one wheel each rotably mounted on the at least one axle on the first frame; at least one wheel each rotably mounted on the at least o... | 01/17/2012 |
| 7942434 | Disengageably coupled take-apart bicycle frame A disengageably coupled bicycle frame, utilizing a device for coupling a first tube and a second tube, the tubes having terminal ends and tube faces defined by their terminal ends, the device comprising a first plate member having a first plate member face and a fir... | 05/17/2011 |
| 7918473 | Structure of wheelchair that is convertible into push-cot A wheelchair is constructed to be convertible into a push-cot. The wheelchair includes a main chassis and front and rear chassis that are removably received in the main chassis and are extendable in frontward and rearward directions. A reclining back frame is rotata... | 04/05/2011 |
| 7775539 | Method and device for connecting structural parts The preferred embodiment relates a method and device for joining structural members together, in a substantially transverse or in-line orientation, without the use of tools. This method and device can be used to join the structural members of a bicycle frame togethe... | 08/17/2010 |
| 7681900 | Quick release structure for a bicycle A quick release structure for a bicycle comprises a positioning post and an engaging member. The positioning post and the engaging member are disposed on the two tubes of the bicycle, respectively. The positioning post includes a stopping block and a spring. When th... | 03/23/2010 |
| 7669872 | Folding mechanism The disclosed folding mechanism comprises a rear frame member of a bicycle, which has a combining structure positioned at a front portion thereof, wherein the combining structure includes a first joining surface; a front frame member of the bicycle, which has a seco... | 03/02/2010 |
| 7584978 | Foldable bicycle and method of folding The invention relates to a foldable bicycle (1) comprising a first channel (10) for supporting handlebars (7) when folding the bicycle. The invention also relates to a method of folding such a bicycle. This folding method involves at least five ... | 09/08/2009 |
| 7578515 | Sectional bicycle A modular bicycle comprising a first section having a front frame section and a first tire, a second section being couplable to the first section and comprising a central frame, and a third section being couplable to the second section and the first section, with th... | 08/25/2009 |
| 7510202 | Foldable bicycle A foldable bicycle has a rear frame, a folding assembly and a front frame. The rear frame has a seat tube, a bottom bracket, a rear fork and a rear wheel. The folding assembly is connected to the rear frame and has a supporting device, a rotating jacket and a lockin... | 03/31/2009 |
| 7490844 | Convertible cycling apparatus Cycling apparatus including at least one front wheel and at least one rear wheel rotatably mounted on axles on a frame, a riding seat attached to the frame, a drive mechanism coupled to at least one of the wheels for driving the cycling apparatus, at least one handl... | 02/17/2009 |
| 7438306 | Motorcycle rake and trail adjuster A motorcycle fork rake extension kit provides an increased fork rake without welding and maintains a favorable trail. The extension kit includes an upper adapter block fixedly attached to an upper end of a steering head of a motorcycle frame and a lower adapter bloc... | 10/21/2008 |
| 7367576 | Foldable bicycle A foldable bicycle includes a head strut, a seat strut, and first and second bracing struts pivotally mounted to one another about four pivot axes such that lifting of a pivot joint of the first and second bracing struts towards the head strut results in turning of ... | 05/06/2008 |
| 7347438 | Cycle bracket having multiple drop-outs The present invention includes a front fork assembly for a cycle. The assembly includes a steering tube, front furcations fixed to the steering tube, and a drop-out bracket device fixed to a distal end of each front furcation. The drop-out bracket device has a tubul... | 03/25/2008 |
| 7341268 | Foldable bicycle A foldable bicycle includes a front frame, a rear frame, two seat plates, a middle frame, a seat post, and a handlebar unit. Thus, when the bicycle is folded, the front frame, the middle frame and the rear frame are parallel with other, and the handlebar unit is fol... | 03/11/2008 |
| 7341270 | Rear carrier rack for a folding bicycle A rear rack for a folding bicycle. The rear rack includes right and left chassis bars and a support platform positioned above the chassis bars. Rear support struts are pivotally attached at their upper ends to the chassis bars adjacent their outer ends, the support ... | 03/11/2008 |
| 7314226 | Folding bicycle Provided is a folding bicycle comprising two auxiliary rear wheels at both sides of a rear wheel; a seat including a seat tube extended downward; a first crossbar having a front end pivotably connected to a lower portion of a handle above a front wheel, and a rear e... | 01/01/2008 |
| 7306249 | Folding collapsible bicycle A folding collapsible bicycle, which includes a front connecting bar pivoted to the bicycle frame and locked by a lock to hold a front fork, a retractable fork tube hinged to the front fork and locked thereto with a lock screw to hold two collapsible handlebars, and... | 12/11/2007 |
| 7306206 | Adjustable bicycle seat assemblies and methods of use Adjustable height bicycle seat mounting assemblies, bikes using such assemblies, and methods of use are provided. One such adjustable height bicycle seat mounting assembly includes first and second tubes in telescoping arrangement. The first tube is adapted to be co... | 12/11/2007 |
| 7300066 | Folding frame for a tricycle, scooter or child's bicycle A folding frame for a tricycle, scooter or child's bicycle has a front frame part on which the front wheels can be mounted and a rear frame part on which the rear wheels can be mounted. A swivelling joint with a front articulated part is mounted on the front frame p... | 11/27/2007 |
| 7290956 | Releasable securing apparatus and method of using same A securing apparatus that releasably secures two or more mechanical elements is provided. The securing apparatus may be attached to one mechanical element and include abutment surfaces that abut at least one additional mechanical element. Forces exerted by the at le... | 11/06/2007 |
| 7290780 | Folding bicycle A folding bicycle comprises a support assembly pivotably connected to a portion of a head tube below a lower enlargement above a front wheel; and a rear wheel assembly comprising a front end pivotably connected to a quick release slidable along the head tube, an int... | 11/06/2007 |
| 7281692 | Steam strippers A steam stripper (14) is provided with a support comprising a pole (16) comprised of connected sections (17, 18) and (19). The upper sections 17 and (18) are connected by a resilient spring apparatus (23), and the sup... | 10/16/2007 |
| 7278507 | Collapsible personal transportation vehicle A collapsible personal transportation vehicle may be compacted and stowed in a mobile home, recreational vehicle, or the like, during periods of non-use and transport. Although the vehicle may be powered with a gasoline or electric power plant, a propane fueled engi... | 10/09/2007 |
| 7264257 | Folding cycle There is provided a frame assembly for a foldable cycle. The assembly has a rear frame portion including a mounting for a rear wheel; a forward frame portion, hingedly connecting to the rear frame portion such that the two are foldable towards each other; and hinged... | 09/04/2007 |
| 7261310 | Bicycle with adjustable orientation of the seat and the pedals with respect to the handlebars The invention is a bicycle having adjustable orientation of the seat (6) and the pedals (4) with respect to the handle-bars (5). The bicycle comprising an x shaped frame comprised of a profile (31) and a rigid support member (32) t... | 08/28/2007 |
| 7258358 | Bicycle seat post fixing structure A bicycle seat post fixing structure includes a tubular attachment member and a tightening member. The tubular attachment member is configured to be fixed to the frame. The tubular attachment member includes a first threaded component and a first inner peripheral su... | 08/21/2007 |
| 7249779 | Convertible stroller/tricycle A vehicle for carrying a child that is pushed along by one walking, jogging, or running, steerable with handlebars, and convertible from a push stroller to a rideable, operator-powered tricycle. The stroller converts from a stroller pushable from a back end to a tri... | 07/31/2007 |
| 7246809 | Recumbent bicycle A bicycle having a frame with a single steering arm rotatably mounted in the frame and extending downwardly away from the frame. A wheel support is provided at the end of the arm and a front wheel is rotatably mounted on the wheel support with a single bearing. The ... | 07/24/2007 |
| 7243936 | Foldable bicycle frame A foldable bicycle frame includes top and bottom connecting bars respectively pivotally connected between front and rear top tubes of the bicycle, a plurality of springs supported between the top and bottom connecting bars for pushing the top and bottom connecting b... | 07/17/2007 |
| 7240908 | Pogo-ski This invention relates to recreational equipment for use on a sliding surface, such as skis, snowboards, or other equipment for use by a person such as a skier, snowboarder or water-skier. This invention provides a pogo-ski comprising a ski and a post thereon which ... | 07/10/2007 |
| 7232143 | Folding bicycle assembly A toolless folding bicycle for facilitating storing and transporting a bicycle when not in use is provided. The toolless folding bicycle includes a bicycle assembly being designed for being ridden by a user across a support surface. The bicycle assembly comprises a ... | 06/19/2007 |
| 7232144 | Folding bicycle A folding or collapsible bicycle includes a bifurcated solid frame defining a first storage space and a second storage space. The front and rear wheels are held by pivoting forks that can be selectively moved from an operational position to a closed position in the ... | 06/19/2007 |
| 7229089 | Folding bicycle A foldable bicycle is provided. One feature of the foldable bicycle is that the central portion of the frame that defines the bicycle's geometry is substantially rigid. That is, the down tube, seat tube, top tube and bearing tube are substantially fixed relative to ... | 06/12/2007 |
| 7216410 | Apparatus for installing an optional element to a bicycle An apparatus is disclosed for installing an optional element to a portion of a frame of a bicycle. The apparatus includes an insert formed on the optional element and a socket extending from the portion of the frame of the bicycle in a longitudinal direction of the ... | 05/15/2007 |
| 7210696 | Folding frame for a tricycle, scooter or child's bicycle A folding frame for a tricycle, scooter or child's bicycle, with a front frame part on which the front wheels can be mounted at least indirectly, a rear frame part on which the rear wheels can be mounted, ... | 05/01/2007 |
| 7198281 | Foldable bicycle A foldable bicycle includes a bicycle frame, two driving wheels and a folding arrangement. The bicycle frame has a front portion, a rear portion, and a body frame including three supporting members to define a triangular structure. The folding arrangement includes a... | 04/03/2007 |
| 7175192 | Foldable bicycle A foldable bicycle includes a frame. A first foldable device is connected to a top tube of the frame so as to fold a front wheel together with a head tube and a handlebar backward at the first foldable device such that the front and rear wheels are located parallel ... | 02/13/2007 |
| 7156409 | Collapsible bicycle A collapsible bicycle includes a collapsible frame and a retaining device. The collapsible frame can be switched between an extended position and a collapsed position in a longitudinal direction. The wheels of the collapsible bicycle can still roll on the ground whe... | 01/02/2007 |
