Shifting device for a bicycle

Details Shifting device for a bicycle Shifting device for a bicycle

1996-03-19

1997-12-30

Luong, Vinh T.

Machine element or mechanism

Control lever and linkage systems

Hand operated

74489, F16C 110, G05G 1100

Patent

active

057017867

ABSTRACT:
A shifting apparatus for a bicycle includes a takeup element for winding a control cable, a shift lever for engaging and rotating the takeup element, a power takeoff (PTO) mechanism operable with rotation of the takeup element, and a shifter case for rotatably supping the takeup element. The shifter case includes a mounting portion for connecting the shifter case to a handlebar of the bicycle, a coupling section, and a speed indicator mounted on the coupling section. The speed indicator has a movable member operatively connected to the PTO mechanism for indicating a selected speed.

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