James Starley

James Starley (21 April 1830 – 17 June 1881) was an English inventor and father of the bicycle industry. He was one of the most innovative and successful builders of bicycles and tricycles. His inventions include the differential gear, the perfection of the bicycle chain drive, and the penny-farthing.

James Starley
James Starley
Born(1830-04-21)21 April 1830
Albourne, Sussex, England
Died17 June 1881(1881-06-17) (aged 51)
Coventry, Warwickshire, England
NationalityBritish
OccupationInventor
Known forDevelopment of the bicycle
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