Patent ID: 8696008
Filing Date: 2014-04-15
Classification: B62K

Abstract:
1. A bicycle comprising: a frame; and a rear suspension system comprising: at least one swingable member configured for operative association with the frame and comprising a rear frame including a first member and a second member extending upwardly from the first member, such that the second member of the rear frame does not move relative to the first member of the rear frame when the at least one swingable member swings; and a link system configured for operative association with the at least one swingable member, the link system comprising a first link is pivotally coupled with the second member so as to allow the at least one swingable member to swing and a second link movable along at least one guide member so as to provide a translational pivoting of the at least one swingable member relative to the frame; wherein: the link system and the frame are further configured for operative association with at least one shock assembly; and the first link comprises a swing link.