1 Scope
This part of GB/T 5359 specifies the general principle, terms and definitions for mass of motorcycles and mopeds.
This part is applicable to motorcycles and mopeds (hereinafter referred to as “motorcycles”) defined in GB/T 5359.1.
2 Normative references
The following normative documents contain provisions which, through reference in this part of GB/T 5359, constitute provisions of this part. For dated references, subsequent amendments to (excluding correction to), or revisions of, any of these publications do not apply. However, parties to agreements based on this part are encouraged to investigate the possibility of applying the most recent editions of the standards indicated below. For undated references, the latest editions apply to this part.
GB/T 5359.1 Term for motorcycles and mopeds - Part 1: Types of vehicle
3 General principles
Unless otherwise stated, the following requirements shall be met:
a) “Mass" refers to the essential amount that produces weight phenomenon and inertia phenomenon of a motorcycle, i.e. the amount that is expressed in terms of resistance to acceleration;
b) "Load" refers to the force transmitted by the motorcycle to a horizontal plane of contact, under static conditions;
c) The supporting surface for the motorcycle and any surface used on a measuring device are horizontal and in the same plane;
d) The motorcycle is stationary and the engine is not running, its wheels being in the straight-ahead position;
e) “Motorcycles” refers to vehicles are new from the manufacturer and normally equipped;
f) The tyre pressure shall reach the pressure specified in the technical documents of the vehicle manufacturer.
Foreword i
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 General principles
4 Terms and definitions
Annex A (Informative) Comparison between this part, and ISO 6726:1998 and ISO 9132:1990 in clause/subclause number
Annex B (Informative) Technical deviations between this part, and ISO 6726:1998 and ISO 9132:1990 and their causes
Index in English
