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IPC Subclass
B62K

CYCLES; CYCLE FRAMES; CYCLE STEERING DEVICES; RIDER-OPERATED TERMINAL CONTROLS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR CYCLES; CYCLE AXLE SUSPENSIONS; CYCLE SIDECARS, FORECARS, OR THE LIKE

Introduced: September 1968

Classification Context

Section:
PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
Class:
LAND VEHICLES FOR TRAVELLING OTHERWISE THAN ON RAILS
Subclass:
CYCLES; CYCLE FRAMES; CYCLE STEERING DEVICES; RIDER-OPERATED TERMINAL CONTROLS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR CYCLES; CYCLE AXLE SUSPENSIONS; CYCLE SIDECARS, FORECARS, OR THE LIKE

Description

B62K encompasses the structural and control components of cycles (bicycles, tricycles, and similar pedal-powered vehicles). It covers cycle frames and their construction, steering mechanisms, suspension systems for axles, and rider-operated controls integrated into the cycle design. This subclass also includes sidecars, forecars, and similar attachments designed for cycles, as well as specialized terminal controls adapted for cycle operation.

Related Keywords

BICYCLESCYCLE(S)kinds of CYCLE(S)SCOOTERScycles

14 direct subcodes

Child Classifications

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  • B62K 1/00 Unicycles
  • B62K 15/00 Collapsible or foldable cycles
  • B62K 17/00 Cycles not otherwise provided for

Top Applicants

Top 10 applicants by patent filingsfor class B62, 2013–2023, worldwide · Source: EPO PATSTAT

  1. HONDA MOTOR COMPANY JP 5,614
  2. HONDA MOTOR COMPANY 5,534
  3. TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION 5,128
  4. HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY KR 4,603
  5. FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES US 4,110
  6. SHIMANO JP 4,017
  7. KIA MOTORS CORPORATION KR 3,365
  8. BMW (BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE) DE 3,336
  9. ROBERT BOSCH DE 2,971
  10. TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION JP 2,936