The present invention relates to a straddle type vehicle, for bearing load on the seat without diminishing capacity of a cabinet. A rear end of the seat (9) in longitudinal direction of the straddle type vehicle is supported in a swinging way by a vehicle body frame (2) via a hinge member (50). A load receiving member (10b) configured to receive a load acting on the seat (9) is disposed in front of the cabinet (10).