Syllabus - Two wheeler & Three Wheeler (AU601)

Automobile Engineering

Two wheeler & Three Wheeler (AU601)

VI

Unit I

Introduction to 2 & 3 wheelers

History of mopeds, scooters motorcycles, classification of 2 wheelers, mopeds, scooters, motorcycles; layout of moped, layout of scooter, layout of motorcycle, basic system, Basic system used in 2-3 wheelers: frame, wheelers & brakes, suspensions, engine, drive train, fuel system, ignition and electrical system, layout of passenger and loading rickshaw.

Unit II

2-wheeler starting system

Basic cranking mechanism, push starting, moped cranking mechanism, kick start mechanism, layout of kick start mechanism, auto-start mechanism.

Unit III

2 & 3-wheeler steering system

2-wheeler; steering geometry and effects, steering column construction, handlebar type and construction, suspension requirements, design considerations for suspension system, spring and shock absorber assembly, springer forks suspension, girder forks suspension, trailing and leading link suspension, 3-wheeler suspension system and brake.

Unit IV

Electric 2 & 3 wheelers

Battery, battery charging system, electric motor, motor controller, battery balancer and battery management system, high performance electric two wheelers, ignition system, lighting system, electric horn, handlebar controls, side stand/ignition interlock system, stepper motor, instruments and indicators, working of electric 3-wheeler.

Unit V

2-wheelers Dynamics

Linear and angular motions, handling characteristics, road holding, vehicle stability, aerodynamics, squat and drive, Performance measurements.

Practicals

  • Comparative analysis of various brands of two wheelers in Indian Market.

  • Comparative study of Gear mechanism in Scooter.

  • Comparative study of Gear mechanism in Motorcycle.

  • Study of any three wheeler of Indian Market.

  • Study of any three wheeler pickup Van of Indian Market.

Reference Books

  • Two and Three wheeler technology, Dhruv U. Panchal, :PHI Learning, 2015.

  • Irving. P.E., Motor cycle Engineering, Temple Press Book, London, 1992

  • The Cycle Motor Manual, Temple Press Ltd., London, 1990.

  • Encyclopedia of Motorcycling, 20 volumes, Marshall Cavensih, New York and London, 1989.

  • Bryaut. R.V., Vespa Maintenance and Repair series.

  • Raymond Broad, Lambretta – A practical guide to maintenance and repair, 1987