Patent ID: 7416044
Filing Date: 2008-08-26
Classification: B60R,B60W

Abstract:
1. A saddle ride type all-terrain vehicle having an engine and a saddle type driver's seat, said saddle ride type all-terrain vehicle comprising: a steering shaft for supporting a steering handlebar of the vehicle; a fuel tank disposed rearward of said steering shaft, a first sensor detecting an inclination in the left-right direction of the vehicle; a second sensor detecting an inclination in the front rear direction of the vehicle, wherein said first and second sensors are disposed between said steering shaft and said fuel tank; a controller receiving outputs from said first and second sensors, determining a tumble condition based on said outputs, and then outputting a tumble condition signal; and a fuel shut-off element for shutting off the supply of fuel to the engine when said tumble condition signal is received from said controller, and further wherein said fuel tank has a shape provided with a recess at a front portion thereof, and wherein said first and second sensors are disposed in said recess.