Package and article carriers – Vehicle attached – Carrier attached cycle
Reexamination Certificate
1999-04-30
2001-01-23
Vidovich, Gregory M. (Department: 3727)
Package and article carriers
Vehicle attached
Carrier attached cycle
C224S413000, C224S444000, C224S549000, C224S926000, C248S311200
Reexamination Certificate
active
06176405
ABSTRACT:
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
1. Field of the Invention
The present invention relates generally to beverage container holders and, more particularly, to devices that are removably secured to a tank portion of a motorcycle, and that removably receive food and beverage containers therein.
2. Background of the Prior Art
Many types of storage devices are available for attachment to motorcycles. These include containers designed for storing items for long periods of time. Other container types are basically a holder with straps for items that won't spill. Still other holding device designs are for mounting to stationary exercise bikes. Examples of these and other prior art storage and/or holder devices are disclosed in U.S. Pat. Nos. 3,926,274; 3,938,719; 3,944,009; 4,059,207; 4,260,085; 4,469,256; 4,750,658; 4,974,765; 5,190,376; 5,423,509; 5,664,718; and German Patent 555,689. None provide a device that is removably secured to a motorcycle, and capable of removably receiving a container therein while the motorcycle is moving. A need is present for a device that allows an individual to drink from a container, then safely return the container to a holder removably secured to a moving motorcycle, until the individual again retrieves the container.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
It is an object of the present invention to provide a holding device for removably receiving a container therein while a motorcycle is moving.
A principle object of the present invention is to provide a device that holds a container and allows an individual to remove and/or replace the container while operating a motorcycle. A feature of the device is an elevated container receiving member that snugly receives a beverage or food container. An advantage of the device is a secured upper portion of the container.
Another object of the invention is to stabilize a lower portion of the received container. A feature of the device is a rubber wrap member engaging a lower portion of the container. An advantage of the device is that the container is maintained in a substantially vertical position.
Yet another object of the invention is to provide a biasing force that “locks-in” the position of the container when set upon a portion of the wrap member. A feature of the device is the joining of a stretch member to the wrap member and a securing member. An advantage of the device is that the container contents will not spill when the motorcycle is moving.
Still another object of the invention is to provide a device that is removably secured to a fuel tank portion of a motorcycle. A feature of the device is a securing member having a first portion permanently secured to the receiving member, a second portion permanently secured to the tank portion, and the first and second portions being removably secured together. An advantage of the device is that substantially the entire device is detachable from the motorcycle.
Another object of the invention is to provide a device that is foldable. A feature of the device is a positioning member pivotably secured to the container receiving member. An advantage of the device is that by pivoting the positioning member to a position adjacent to the container receiving member, the device is effectively “flattened” thereby removing any hindrance the device may cause if left in an expanded, container receiving position.
Still another object of the present invention is to prevent damage to the fuel tank portion of the motorcycle receiving the device. A feature of the device is a “stick-on” velcro portion of the securing member that attaches to the surface of the fuel tank. An advantage of the device is that the device is secured to the fuel tank without the use of components capable of scratching the surface of the tank.
Briefly, the invention provides a food and beverage container holder device for motorcycles comprising means for removably receiving a container when the motorcycle is moving; means for removably securing said holder device to a motorcycle; means for positioning said holder upon an inclined surface; and means for stabilizing said holder device and the received container when said holder is removably secured to the motorcycle.
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Vidovich Gregory M.
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