The first bicycle, known as the "Draisine" or "running machine," was invented by German inventor Karl Drais in 1817. This early version was a two-wheeled contraption that the rider propelled by running while seated. It laid the groundwork for the development of modern bicycles, although it lacked pedals and a chain. Subsequent innovations in the 19th century led to the evolution of the bicycle into its more recognizable forms today.
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