Patent ID: 6588789
Filing Date: 2003-07-08
Classification: B62J

Abstract:
A device for supporting a driver's upper body and head while operating a sports motorcycle, the device comprising:an outer envelope comprising: top, bottom, front, and side panels defining an interior of the outer envelope; an access portal for accessing the interior of the envelope; a closure mechanism for closing the access portal; a mounting strap structure for mounting the outer envelope to the top of the gas tank of a motorcycle; a cushion positioned in the interior of the outer envelope adjacent to the bottom panel to absorb shock, vibration and to conform the bottom of the envelope to a shape of a portion of an upper surface of a gas tank of the motorcycle a support mechanism removably positioned in the interior of the outer envelope, the support mechanism comprising; a support assembly for supporting the weight of the driver's upper body and head, the support assembly comprising: a chin plate for supporting the driver's head; a chest board for supporting the weight of the drivers upper body; and a support frame; a base mounted on the support assembly to transfer the weight of the driver from the support assembly to the gas tank of the sports motorcycle; and a biasing mechanism for buffering transmission of weight and force between the support assembly and the base.