FOLDING MOTORCYCLE Russian patent published in 1999 - IPC

FIELD: transport engineering; motorcycles. SUBSTANCE: frame of folding motorcycle consists of parts made movable relative to each other in longitudinal direction. Front wheel is coupled with one of these parts, and rear wheel, with other part. Detachable support platform is made in form of container for storage battery. Container is provided with horizontal ribs, lid and carrying handle. Opening is formed under support platform between frame sides. Width of opening provides possibility of displacement of rear wheel towards front wheel. Rear wheel and electric drive form motor-in-wheel. Case covers rear part of frame and locks support platform on frame. EFFECT: increased compactness of motorcycle and enhanced convenience in operation. 5 cl, 7 dwg