Unfortunately, there are no companies currently offering conversions that turn standard motorcycles or trikes into true ride-from-wheelchair (RFW) machines.
Apart from the limited and rather basic 125cc Nippi trikes, the only production RFW motorcycle that ever reached the market was the BMW-based Martin Conquest. However, it was extremely expensive and over-engineered, leading to its discontinuation in the UK. While the Conquest may still exist in small numbers in the USA, importing one is strongly discouraged — servicing and spare parts are now almost impossible to source, and repairs are very difficult.
For riders who cannot transfer independently between a wheelchair and the bike, the only current motorcycle-based RFW option is the Chairider. This is a custom-built motorcycle/sidecar combination designed for the rider to remain seated in their wheelchair within an accessible sidecar. All steering and controls are mounted in the sidecar, with the motorcycle acting purely as the power unit. Each Chairider is built to order and is expensive, but it remains the only viable RFW solution available at present.
If, however, you can transfer independently, then standard trike conversions and adaptations become much more practical and affordable. Several established trike-building companies can provide suitable adaptations depending on your needs.
The NABD (National Association for Bikers with a Disability) offers Adaptation Grants to help with the cost of modifications, up to a maximum of £2,000, subject to individual assessment.
Finally, if you are approached by anyone claiming they can build an RFW trike, be extremely cautious. Always check their credentials thoroughly and never pay large sums upfront — there have been unfortunate cases where riders have lost money to unverified builders.
