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The title of this article is conjectural. Though the topic is found within The Simpsons universe, a proper name is not available.

The Pennyfarthing bicycle man (real name not known) paid Homer a visit after Homer bad-mouthed pennyfarthing bicycles on TV.

History

During the media frenzy that was spawned after Homer was accused of sexually harassing babysitter Ashley Grant, Lisa suggested that Homer tell his side of the story via a TV spot on public access television. Homer did so, first introducing himself and saying he had not sexually harassed Ashley. He then said that even though he had done some bad things in his life, harrassing women was not one of them. As an example of a bad thing he had done, Homer told about a race that included a pennyfarthing bicycle, which Homer described as "the stupid old tiny bicycle with the big wheel in front". Homer then said he said to himself, "We'll see about that!" and fetched a big chunk of cinderblock. Homer didn't finish the story (due to Marge shushing him), but it seems likely that what followed was Homer throwing the cinderblock into the spokes of the pennyfarthing's large wheel.

After Homer's spot aired, Homer was at home when the doorbell rang. Homer answered the door and found a man on a pennyfarthing bicycle outside. The man angrily said, "So you don't like the old-time bikes, huh?" He then kicked Homer in the face and rode away.

Behind the Laughter

The man at Homer's door is actually riding a pennyfarthing tricycle, as his bike has one large front wheel and two small rear wheels. The most common design of the pennyfarthing, however, had one large front wheel and only one small rear wheel.

Appearances

• Episode – "Homer Badman"