17h 53min, oct 23, 1838 y - First Self Propelled Bicyle
Description:
A Scottish man named Kirkpatrick Macmillan from Scotland invented the first mechanically-propelled bicycle. This first pedal bicycle was propelled by a horizontal movement of the rider's feet on the pedals. This movement was transmitted to rear wheel by connecting rods. Although this self-propelled bicycle helped riders to operate the bicycle with more convenience and higher speed, the machine was extremely heavy so it wasn't that popular. This bicycle was considered a hoax.Added to timeline:
Date:
17h 53min, oct 23, 1838 y
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~ 187 years ago