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CPC Definition - Subclass B62J

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B62J
CYCLE SADDLES OR SEATS; AUXILIARY DEVICES OR ACCESSORIES SPECIALLY ADAPTED TO CYCLES AND NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR, e.g. ARTICLE CARRIERS OR CYCLE PROTECTORS
Definition statement

This place covers:

Saddles, mudguards, fairings, luggage carriers, petrol tanks and other ancillaries and accessories adapted for use on cycles generally.

In this subclass "cycles" includes single- or plural- wheeled straddle-type vehicles having a handlebar, self-balancing vehicles and kid scooters.

References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Vehicles, vehicles fittings, or vehicles parts, not otherwise provided for

B60R

Kids scooters

B62K 3/002

Power driven cycles with four or more wheels, e.g. quads

B62K 5/003

Motorised scooters

B62K 2202/00

Power driven sledges or the like, e.g. snow mobiles or snow bikes

B62M 27/02

Special rules of classification

Unless otherwise stated, classification should be made in the most appropriate place(s).

Where applicable, additional classification should also be given in the following codes:

B62K 2201/00 Springs used in cycle frames or parts thereof

B62K 2202/00 Motorized scooters

Saddles or other seats for cycles; Arrangement thereof; Component parts
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Arrangements or adaptations of vehicle seats in general

B60N

Saddles resiliently mounted on the frame; Equipment therefor, e.g. springs
Definition statement

This place covers:

Saddle resilient suspension arrangements wherein B62J 1/04 and B62J 1/06 take precedence. Includes flexible cycle frame sections on which the saddle is mounted.

References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Frame parts for attaching saddle pillars, e.g. adjustable during ride

B62K 19/36

Springs in general

F16F

Saddles capable of parallel motion up and down
Definition statement

This place covers:

Mainly telescopic or parallelagram linkage mechanisms combined with a spring of some sort.

Frames for saddles; Connections between saddle frames and seat pillars; Seat pillars (attaching seat pillars to cycle frames B62K 19/36)
Definition statement

This place covers:

constructional details of seat posts and seat pillars (not suspension details) and connection arrangements for attaching the saddle to the seat pillar. Seat pillar susupension details are classified in B62J 1/02, B62J 1/04 and B62J 1/06.

References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Attaching seat pillars to cycle frames

B62K 19/36

Box-shaped seats; Bench-type seats, e.g. dual or twin seats
Definition statement

This place covers:

motorcycle type seats, these are usually "box" or "bench" shaped and are often provided with a pillion section.

Covers for saddles or other seats; Paddings
Definition statement

This place covers:

Specific details of the cover or padding used in or on cycle -type saddles/seats.

References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Padding in general

B68G

Special rules of classification

Cycle refers to any vehicle of a type covered by the definitions in B62K and B62M.

Acoustic signal devices (arrangements indicating unauthorised use of cycles B62H 5/20); Arrangement of such devices on cycles
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Arrangements indicating unauthorised use of cycles

B62H 5/20

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Acoustic signal devices in general

G08

Acoustic signal or alarm devices in general

G08B

Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices on cycles; Mounting or supporting thereof; Circuits therefor
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Arrangement of signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor, for vehicles in general

B60Q

Lighting devices also used for indicating unauthorised use of cycles

B62H 5/20

Optical signalling or lighting devices per se

F21, G08, H05

Non portable lighting devices with built-in power supply

F21S 9/00

Optical signalling or lighting devices for vehicles

F21S 41/00, F21S 43/00

Electric circuits
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Arrangements or adaptations of optical signalling or lighting devices

B60Q 1/00

Circuit arrangements for charging batteries from dynamo-electric generators driven at varying speed on vehicle

H02J 7/14

Headlights
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Headlights for vehicles

F21S 41/00, B60Q 1/00

characterised by vertical adjustment of the light beam direction, e.g. to compensate for heavy loads
Definition statement

This place covers:

Arrangements to compensate the pitch angle of the light beam, due to e.g. heavy loads.

Rear lights
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Rear lights for vehicles

B60Q 1/30

Arrangement of lighting dynamos or drives therefor
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Dynamo construction

H02K

Arrangements for handling mechanical energy structurally associated with dynamo-electric machines

H02K 7/00

Arrangement of switches
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Handle-bar constructions, or arrangements of controls thereon, specially adapted thereto

B62K 11/14

Hand controls per se

B62K 23/02

Arrangement of reflectors {, e.g. on the wheel spokes} (pedals incorporating reflectors B62M 3/12 ){; Lighting devices mounted on wheel spokes}
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Pedals incorporating reflectors

B62M 3/12

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Rollers skates; Skate boards with illuminating devices

A63C 17/26

Self-powered illuminated wheels

B60Q 1/326

For displaying messages, advertising

G09F 21/043, G09F 21/045

Luggage carriers
Definition statement

This place covers:

Carrying racks or supports for fixing luggage thereon

References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Containers specially adapted for cycles, e.g. panniers or saddle bags

B62J 9/00

Luggage carriers forming part of the frame

B62K 19/46

Equipment for securing luggage on carriers
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Bungee Hooks

F16B 45/00

Supporting arrangements specially adapted for fastening specific devices to cycles, e.g. supports for attaching maps
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Hoods protecting the rider (includes umbrella holders)

B62J 17/08

Holders for locks

B62H 5/00

Clamp fasteners using bands

F16B 2/08

Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing (cable retainers)

F16L 3/00

for pumps
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

The pump being mounted in the saddle-pillar of the bicycle

B60C 23/105

Pumps for cycles

F04B 33/005

for mechanical cables, hoses, pipes or electric wires, e.g. cable guides (mounting or guiding of cables on rear derailleur B62M 9/127; mounting or guiding of cables on front derailleur B62M 9/137)
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Mounting or guiding of cables on rear derailleur

B62M 9/127

Mounting or guiding of cables on front derailleur

B62M 9/137

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Arrangements of radiators, coolant hoses or pipes on cycles

B62J 41/00

specially adapted for helmets (containers under the saddle for helmets B62J 9/14)
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Containers under the saddle for cycles

B62J 9/14

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Helmets with anti-theft arrangements

A42B 3/0413

Guards for chain, chain drive or equivalent drive, e.g. belt drive
Definition statement

This place covers:

Also sprocket guards.

References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Chain guards forming part of cycle frames

B62K 19/44

The chain-stay forming a chain-guard

B62K 25/32

Mud-guards for wheels
Definition statement

This place covers:

Fenders/mud guards specifically adapted for cycles.

Special rules of classification

Cycle refers to any vehicle of a type covered by the definitions in B62K and B62M. Therefore specific details of mud-guards for tricycles, as classified in B62K, should also be classified here.

Weather guards for riders; Fairings or stream-lining parts not otherwise provided for
Definition statement

This place covers:

Engine covers and bodywork generally.

References
References out of a residual place

Examples of places in relation to which this place is residual:

Fairings forming part of cycle frames

B62K 19/48

Fairings for sidecars

B62K 27/04

Hoods or fairings for sidecars

B62K 27/16

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Protective clothing or garments

A41D 13/00

Crash helmets

A42B 3/00

Frame mounted hoods specially adapted for rider propelled cycles
Definition statement

This place covers:

Frame mounted hoods specially adapted for rider propelled cycles including electric bikes or E-bikes.

Frame mounted hoods specially adapted for motorcycles or the like
Definition statement

This place covers:

Frame mounted hoods specially adapted for motorcycles or the like including electrically driven motorcycles.

Ventilation or air guiding devices forming part of fairings
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Installation specially adapted to cycles for warming riders

B62J 33/00

Parking covers for cycles
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Convertible into protective garments for the rider

A41D 15/04

Convertible into camping articles

A45F 4/00

For vehicles in general

B60J 11/00

Packages specially adapted for cycles i.e. covers and crates etc

B65D 2585/6862

Dress protectors, e.g. clips attached to the cycle
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Loose clips for trousers or skirts

A41F 17/02

Foot-rests; Knee grips; Passenger hand-grips
Definition statement

This place covers:

Details of footboards in motorized scooters

References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Pedals cranks

B62M 3/08

Foot-driven levers as pedal cranks which can be immobilised as foot-rests

B62M 5/00

Bar-type foot rests
Definition statement

This place covers:

Bar-type foot rests which also include separate left and right foot rests.

Safety equipment
Definition statement

This place covers:

Airbags specially adapted for motorcycles.

References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Safety belts in general

A62B 35/00

Vehicle airbags generally

B60R 21/20

Crash bars; Crash bungs
Definition statement

This place covers:

Crash bars or crash bungs and also slide protectors.

Adaptations or arrangements of mirrors for use on cycles
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

For vehicles in general

B60R

Arrangements for warming riders specially adapted for cycles
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Ventilation or air guiding devices in fairings

B62J 17/10

Heating, cooling, ventilating or other air-treating arrangements for vehicles in general

B60H

Fuel tanks specially adapted for motorcycles or engine-assisted cycles; Arrangements thereof (fuel tanks forming part of cycle frames B62K 11/00; tanks in general B60K {; closure caps for fuel tanks B60K 15/0406})
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Fuel tanks for vehicles

B60K 15/00

Closure caps for fuel tanks

B60K 15/0406

Fuel tanks forming part of cycle frames

B62K 11/00

Arrangements of air cleaners specially adapted for cycles
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Combustion-air cleaners

F02M 35/00

Arranging or mounting on or with respect to engines or vehicle bodies of air cleaners

F02M 35/048

Arrangements of radiators, coolant hoses or pipes on cycles
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Arrangements relating to cooling of propulsion units

B60K 11/00

With liquid cooling

B60K 11/02

Arrangements of batteries
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Batteries for electrically assisted bicycles

B62M 6/90

Electrical equipment arrangements specially adapted for use as accessories on cycles, not otherwise provided for
References
References out of a residual place

Examples of places in relation to which this place is residual:

Arrangements of optical signalling or lighting devices on cycles; Mounting or supporting thereof; Circuits therefor

B62J 6/00

Electronic display to provide information to the driver

B62J 50/22

Rider-propelled cycles with auxiliary electric motor

B62M 6/40

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Electrical actuators for gearing speed-change mechanisms

B62M 25/08

Cycle computers as cycle accessories
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Measuring distance traversed on the ground

G01C 22/00

Registering or indicating the working of vehicles

G07C 5/00

Sensor arrangements (sensors for control of electrically assisted cycles B62M 6/50); Mounting thereof
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Control or actuating devices for rider propelled cycles with auxiliary electric motor characterised by detectors or sensors, or arrangement thereof

B62M 6/50

Special rules of classification

In B62M 6/50 are classified the sensors which are used to control the electric motor of a rider propelled cycle having an auxiliary electric motor.

If the sensor is not used to control the electric motor of a rider propelled cycle having an auxiliary electric motor, then the details of the sensor are classified in B62J 45/40 and subgroups.

electronic, e.g. displays
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Instruments specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement of instruments in or on vehicles

B60K 35/00

Number plates
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Registration plates in general

B60R 13/10

Means for ventilation within devices provided on the cycle, e.g. ventilation means in a battery container
References
References out of a residual place

Examples of places in relation to which this place is residual:

Ventilation being part of the fairings

B62J 17/10

Ventilation being part of the air filter

B62J 40/10

Arrangements relating to cooling of propulsion units

B60K 11/00

Ornaments or toys
References
References out of a residual place

Examples of places in relation to which this place is residual:

Noise producing devices, e.g. rattles hitting spokes

B62J 3/06

Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Tools for bicycles

B25B 27/00

Instruments specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement of instruments in or on vehicles

B60K 35/00

Registration plates

B60R 13/10

Cyclometers, i.e. wheel revolution counters

G01C 22/00)

Measuring linear or angular speed

G01P 3/00