Paul R Whitlock

US Patent:

20090178510, Jul 16, 2009

Filed:

Jan 12, 2009

Appl. No.:

12/351973

Inventors:

Paul R. Whitlock - Midvale UT, US
Robert W. Cowden - Spanish Fork UT, US

International Classification:

G05G 1/30

US Classification:

74561, 74512

Abstract:

A brake actuation assembly for a motorcycle comprising a footboard with an integrated brake system is provided herein. The present system provides a footboard, that when pivoted around a pivot point, actuates the internal brake mechanism. A rider is able to apply the brakes in a more comfortable and efficient manner with the pivoting footboard assembly than with the traditional lever arm of a motorcycle. A pivot pin configured to support the extra weight and potential torques is provided that replaces the existing brake pin. Additionally, a novel brake actuator member provides compatibility with the pivoting footboard and traditional brake mechanisms of motorcycles.