Premier Cycle Company

The Hillman and Herbert Cycle Co. changed its name to the "Premier Cycle Company" in 1892. The Premier Cycle Company began manufacturing motorcycles in 1908.



1913 Premier Cycle - Owner: Pete Young, California - Zoom


In 1912, the Premier Cycle Company began manufacturing 'cyclecars,' small and inexpensive cars that often used one or two-cylinder motorcycle engines.



Premier 500cc Single-Cylinder Motor - Zoom

Coventry Premier Ltd.

The Premier Cycle Company went through yet another name change in 1914, to "Coventry Premier Company." Coventry Premier introduced its three wheeled "Super Runabout" cyclecar in 1917. The Super Runabout featured a 1056cc water-cooled v-twin engine.

Hillman-Coatalen Motor Car Company

William Hillman went on to form the "Hillman-Coatalen Motor Car Company" in 1906. Hillman-Coatalen was the maker of the "Hillman" car.



Premier's Engine Primer Petcock Valve

The Premier Cycle Company (Coventry Premier Ltd.) was sold to Singer & Co. (aka "Singer Bikes and Motor Bikes") in 1920, and the Premier/Coventry name was dropped in 1923.



1913 Premier Cycle
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