Land vehicles – Wheeled – Occupant propelled type
Patent
1989-04-18
1991-09-03
Hill, Mitchell J.
Land vehicles
Wheeled
Occupant propelled type
18832217, 248622, 248631, 267221, 267226, 280276, B62K 1936, B62K 2120, F16F 936, F16F 1100
Patent
active
050446487
ABSTRACT:
The invention comprises a suspension system for a bicycle or similar vehicle to allow shock isolation at the location of the seat or handle bar mounting or other locations. The suspension system as well as a variable rate progressive dampening assembly. The hydraulic fluid is also utilized to lubricate the moving portions of the system to promote proper function and extend the useful life thereof. The system also has a variable spring preload to accommodate different sized riders. The system is cost effective and yet extremely durable and may be retrofit for use with existing bicycles.
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