Highly unusual early transitional bicycle.Saddle sprung via coil spring over steering head. The spring and top washer is a later addition.40” driving wheel with V rim and tensioned spokes.Two rear mounting steps and rear wheel brake.Incorrect rear wheel from a later ordinary bicycle.Possibly non original handle..
Starley Brothers was formed in November 1870.James Starley left CMC to create his own company with his two sons.This machine has a 46” driving wheel with V section rim and tensioned wire spokes. Described by cycling historian Andrew Ritchie as ‘probably the most energetic and inventive genius in the history of bicycle technology’ t..
1896 Beeston Humber Gents’ Roadster TricycleHumber Patent Double Action Band Brake to Main Axle23″ Frame26 x 1 3/4″ WheelsLENGTH: 66“WIDTH: 31″HEIGHT: 44″Frame No 44684 BLocated in Australia - I can ship it worldwide at cost by air..
1896 Humber Special Road Racer Safety 26″ Frame 28 x 1 3/8″ Wheels Fixed wheel Located in Australia I can ship it worldwide at cost by air freight. Or free shipping by sea freight to the UK (takes longer) This superb road racer was a state-of-the-art m..
1890 ROVER DIAMOND SAFETY20″ Frame.Front wheel 30″ & Rear wheel 28″ with solid tyres.After many decades hidden away, this 1890 Rover Diamond with an open frame has come to light.Many years ago, I saw a Rover catalogue advertised on French ebay. I couldn’t afford to buy it at that time, so I copied some of its page..
Manufactured by: Rudge and Co. Circa 1885 54” driving wheel18” trailing wheel.27” handlebars.Original saddle.Patented ball bearing bottom bracket.Tapered back bone.Original pedals (rubbers missing)Display as is, or restore to make a fabulous riding machine. Contact us ..
Very unusual machine featuring an open spring around the steering head.This is a later design that led into the transitional period in the early 1870`s.The front wheel is 41” and the rear is 32”Both wheels are in a delicate state whilst still able to support the machine.Contact us for more details Would ..