Harley-Davidson. has been granted a patent for a motorcycle headlight featuring a housing that emits both high and low beam illumination. It includes flow-through vents and supplementary light sources positioned outboard of the vents, enhancing visibility and functionality for riders. GlobalData’s report on Harley-Davidson gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Motorcycle headlight with high/low beams and supplementary lights
The patent US12065209B1 describes a motorcycle equipped with an innovative vehicle headlight system designed to enhance visibility and signaling. The motorcycle features a saddle seat for the rider and a headlight housing that incorporates both high and low beam light sources. Notably, the headlight includes a pair of flow-through vents that facilitate airflow, opening to both the front and rear sides of the housing. Additionally, the design incorporates outboard areas that house supplementary light sources, specifically dedicated turn signals, which are strategically positioned outboard of the flow-through vents. This configuration allows the turn signals to flash effectively, providing clear signaling to other road users.
Further details of the headlight system include a position light that operates independently from the high and low beam lights. This position light is designed to enhance visibility and includes portions that can flash in conjunction with the turn signals, creating a continuous illumination area for signaling purposes. The patent also specifies that the position light extends along the outboard sides of the flow-through vents and features a single continuous lens that covers the entire assembly, including the high beam, low beam, turn signals, and position light. The design aims to improve the motorcycle's safety and visibility on the road, ensuring that the rider is well-equipped for various driving conditions.
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