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Bicycle, Rover

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made in Coventry, England

Bicycle, Rover
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This bicycle was made in Coventry in England by J.K. Starley of Starley & Sons. It dates from around 1888. It is generally acknowledged as the first widely available safety bicycle. The model name is 'Rover'.

The bicycle has solid rubber tyres. It is inscribed: 'THE / "ROVER" / J.K. STARLEY / LATE / STARLEY & SONS / WEST ORCHARD / COVENTRY'.

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