LOT 711

c.1895 Unidentified Tricycle with Starley Axle

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Lot 711

c.1895 Unidentified Tricycle with Starley Axle

Motorcycles Online - The Winter Sale|15 December 2025, 14:41 GMT|Online, Milton Keynes

c.1895 Unidentified Tricycle with Starley Axle

22 inch frame, repainted black with gold lining. Applied tape to axle tubing. Evidently restored. Front lever brake. Offered from long-term ownership. Equipped with a front Warna (Birmingham) lamp and a rear Lucas mounted cycle lamp, as well as a cycle pump. The machine is fitted with a Raleigh Record 37-590 (26 x 1 3/8) front tyre and Hindustan 26 x 2 1 3/4 rear tyres. The unmarked leather saddle displays a taped repair.

William Starley patented the 'Starley Axle' in 1892 (Patent No. 7752) — a live axle incorporating a differential gear and four in-line bearings. This design became standard for most tricycles and was later adopted in some motor cars.

Condition and completeness unknown. Prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the condition, completeness, authenticity and compatibility of this lot's component parts prior to bidding.

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