A motorcycle frame rack enables a motorcycle frame to be repaired without removing many components from the motorcycle. A motorcycle is positioned on the motorcycle frame rack, secured in place and then the frame is adjusted using chains coupled to towers. A self-centering laser measuring system is able to be used to analyze and measure damage to the motorcycle frame.

Bicycle saddles come in many different shapes and sizes. Some are long, some are short, some are curved some are flat. The ultimate goal is to find the perfect saddle for the cyclist.

CLARIFICATION: those that ride bicycles are commonly referred to as cyclists, bikers, cyclists, bicycle cyclists, bicyclists, cycle cyclists, cycling, etc., but for this discussion, they will be referred to as cyclist(s)

As with the height of humans, the widths of Ischial Tuberosities (Sit Bones) are also numerous. The Ischial Tuberosities are the protruding bones of the hip/pelvis that sit underneath the muscles of the glute and is the part of the body that first contacts the saddle. Everyone has a different width and the importance for a cyclist in finding the exact width is critical for long-term health and cycling enjoyment.

Excessive weight/pressure on the soft tissue can lead to health issues such as tumors, genital numbness and even erectile dysfunction due to Pudendal nerve compression and or crushing and or blocking of the Pudendal artery.

SADDLE DESIGNThe rear area of a saddle is where the Ischial Tuberosities should rest. This area of the saddle comes in one of two shapes, either (a) flat, or (b) curved. This is where the cyclist should apply most of their weight. The most important item is for the cyclist to minimize the amount of pressure to their soft tissue, in other words, the correct saddle width and saddle shape is paramount in preventing as much of the cyclists' soft tissue from coming into contact with the saddle. Ideally, the majority of contact with the saddle will come from contact of the cyclists' Ischial Tuberosity, the Ischial Ramus and Inferior Ramus of Pubis.

This Ischial Tuberosity measuring tool can measure any/all types of cyclists and can be used to measure any/all saddles where a saddle(s) that the bicycle shop carries can be recommended to the cyclist. It is important to note that the recommended saddle(s) will be the correct fitting saddle(s) for the cyclist.

This saddle fit system is comprised of impression foam pad(s) that are attached to an organic or inorganic substrate that supports the cyclists weight. Also included are 2 ferrous, non-ferrous or non-metallic balls as well as a detached Vernier caliper measuring device.

The cyclist sits and centers themselves on the saddle fit system. The bike fitter then has the cyclist stand thereby leaving 2 indentation impressions on the impression foam. The bike fitter then takes the 2 balls and drops one onto each side of the impression foam pad. Due to the natural force of gravity, these balls will self-center into the exact center-point of each Ischial Tuberosi

A tool for measuring dimensions of disc brake components has an elongated first member. The elongated first member has a first tip extending transversely from the first member. The first tip has a first projection at an end portion of the first tip. An elongated second member is relatively movable to first member. The second member has a second tip extending transversely from the second member in the same direction as the first tip of the first member. The second tip has a second projection at an end portion of the second tip and extends in a direction towards the first projection. First indicia are provided on the first and second members to indicate the relative distance between the first and second projections when measuring an object located between the first and second projections. Second indicia are provided on the first and second members to indicate the relative distance between surfaces of the first and second tips when measuring spaced apart objects located outside of the first and second projections.

A measuring device for measuring a width (W) between a first edge (4) and a second edge (5) of spaced apart opposed edges (4, 5) of a slot (16) in a product (1), comprising: a measuring part (18), with a measuring detector and a display (28), and provided with a first tab (37) configured to enter into the slot (16), and a slide (29), defining a longitudinal axis (X), being arranged so as to be adjustable relative to the measuring part (18) along the longitudinal axis (X), and provided with a second tab (46) being configured to enter into the slot (16). The slide (29) is adjusted so that a first surface (44) of the first tab (37) contacts the first edge (4) and a second surface (49) of the second tab (46) contacts the second edge (5). A distance (d) between the first surface (44) and the second surface (49) corresponding to the width (W) is detected by the measuring detector, and the value of the width (W) is displayed by the display (28). The first and second tabs (37, 46) are oriented downwardly relative to the measuring part (18), perpendicular or transverse to the longitudinal axis (X) of the slide (29).

An improvement in the process of pillow selection is described, allowing customers to select a pillow that is appropriate for them in a less random manner. First, a method of selecting a pillow for a user is disclosed, comprising the steps of locating the user with a shoulder thereof adjacent a flat rigid surface, orienting the user substantially transverse to the surface, measuring a spacing between the surface and a proximate side of the user's head, and selecting at least one pillow from a group of pillows, based on the measured spacing. The rigid surface is ideally upright, such as a wall. The group of pillows can be divided into a plurality of sub-groups, each sub-group containing a plurality of pillows with substantially like thickness. Thus, based on the reading, the user can be invited to choose any pillow from a specific group or range of pillows. Second, an apparatus for assisting in the selection of a pillow is disclosed, comprising an extending centre section located between a pair of opposing end plates, the centre section having a visible indicia indicative of a distance between the end plates. The centre section is ideally telescopic, and can comprise an inner and an outer telescopic sleeve, the visible indicia then being provided on the inner telescopic sleeve. A series of coloured bands as the visible indicia allows the relevant group of pillows to be identified easily, quickly and unambiguously.

An improvement in the process of pillow selection is described, allowing customers to select a pillow that is appropriate for them in a less random manner. First, a method of selecting a pillow for a user is disclosed, comprising the steps of locating the user with a shoulder thereof adjacent a flat rigid surface, orienting the user substantially transverse to the surface, measuring a spacing between the surface and a proximate side of the user's head, and selecting at least one pillow from a group of pillows, based on the measured spacing. The rigid surface is ideally upright, such as a wall. The group of pillows can be divided into a plurality of sub-groups, each sub-group containing a plurality of pillows with substantially like thickness. Thus, based on the reading, the user can be invited to choose any pillow from a specific group or range of pillows. Second, an apparatus for assisting in the selection of a pillow is disclosed, comprising an extending centre section located between a pair of opposing end plates, the centre section having a visible indicia indicative of a distance between the end plates. The centre section is ideally telescopic, and can comprise an inner and an outer telescopic sleeve, the visible indicia then being provided on the inner telescopic sleeve. A series of coloured bands as the visible indicia allows the relevant group of pillows to be identified easily, quickly and unambiguously.

A measurement system for determining dimensions of a measurement zone of a physical asset is presented. The system includes a telescoping gauge configured to determine one or more analog measurements corresponding to the measurement zone of the physical asset, where the telescoping gauge includes a sliding arm and a vertical arm. Furthermore, the system includes a data digitizer operatively coupled to the telescoping gauge and configured to convert the one or more analog measurements to corresponding one or more digital measurements. In addition, the system includes a wireless unit operatively coupled to the telescoping gauge and configured to wirelessly transmit the one or more digital measurements.

The invention relates to a handheld measurement instrument and a configurator forming a measurement kit. The measuring instrument and the configurator are provided each with an interface, enabling communication between the measuring instrument and the configurator. The handheld measurement instrument further comprises a measuring unit for measuring distances or angles of an object by contacting physically distinct points of said object; and a circuit unit applying a function of a functionality on electronic signals/electronic measurement results delivered from the measuring unit in order to deliver the measuring results in a desired form to the user by output means. The form the results should be presented can be selected by the user using input means of the measuring instrument. The circuit unit is configurable by the user using the configurator in order to determine, with which functionality the circuit unit and the input means, respectively should be equipped.

Systems, devices, and methods are provided for quickly and accurately measuring fastener sizes as disclosed.

Systems, devices, and methods are provided for quickly and accurately measuring fastener sizes as disclosed.