Inventors of Bicycles

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The bicycle was invented before the automobile and motorcycle. The bicycle has a lot of different sets of components. It has rubber tires, handlebar, seat, different gears, cranks, and bearings. The bicycle is great for leisure, exercising, also great for going to work during the nice weather. The inventor of the bicycle must have had a lot of knowledge and been very talented.

 

There are specifications on bicycles people need to know about including the derailleur, which actually shifts gears on the different kinds of sprockets attached to the bicycle chain. Make sure your bicycle seat is comfortable for long distance riding. When purchasing a reasonable bicycle make sure you get the right size bicycle frame for your height. Bicycle weight depends on the quality of the frame. A decent frame is made out of chromoly, and titanium, which is very lightweight. When purchasing a bicycle go to a reputable bicycle shop.

 

Bicycles were invented from 1790, 1818, and 1860. Some of the first bicycle inventors were Comte Mede de Sivrac, and Baron Karl Drais von Sauerbronn. Von invented a running machine made out of wood. It was a bicycle that did not have any pedals. Baron Karl Drais Von invented that in 1818. Pierre and Ernest Michaux invented the bicycle in 1860. Everyone thought that the bicycle was invented in 1860 but it was false. Bicycles were invented a lot earlier.

 

A decent price for a bicycle is from $250 to $500. I would recommend Raleigh, Specialized, Trek, and Cannondale. Some of the bicycles that I mentioned could be higher priced. Have a great time bicycling.

 

By Lawrence Spatz

12-2-2003