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NABD Prize Draw 2025/26 – Results
The 2025/26 NABD Prize Draw project sold just over 6,000 tickets from its launch on Friday June 20th 2025 to its conclusion on Saturday June 20th 2026, when the winning tickets were drawn on the [...]
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RIP Mike Hood (Captain Smurf) 17/06/1960 – 12/02/2026
RIP Mike Hood (Captain Smurf) 17/06/1960 – 12/02/2026 Despite my many years as a writer, I struggle to find the words to express the profound feelings of sadness and despondency that overwhelmed Mandy and I on hearing of the sudden death of our friend Mike Hood (ake Captain Smurf) on [...]
The new Zeffy membership portal!
NABD has partnered with Zeffy to provide a secure, modern membership and donation portal. Learn how the new system works, why we chose it, and what it means for your membership.
The End Of An Era
The closure of leading UK trike builders signals a major shift in adapted trike manufacturing and wheelchair-accessible motorcycle design.
The National Association for Bikers with a Disability
Annual Report 2024-2025
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Robson Avenue
Urmston
Manchester
M41 7TE
News & Event FAQ’s
Yes. Accessibility is a top priority for all NABD events. Venues include wheelchair-accessible facilities, adapted parking, and safe routes around the site so everyone can take part and enjoy the experience.
Absolutely — many rallies showcase custom and adapted motorcycles and trikes built for disabled riders. It’s a great opportunity to see innovative engineering and meet the riders behind these incredible machines.
Yes! After each major event, we post photo galleries, highlight videos, and winner announcements right here in the News section – perfect for reliving the atmosphere or spotting yourself in the crowd!
Yes, everyone’s welcome! NABD events are open to both members and the public. Attending helps raise awareness and funds for disabled motorcycling support.
NABD rallies are more than just entertainment — they’re about inclusivity, independence, and community spirit. Every event celebrates the idea that a disability need not be a handicap when it comes to motorcycling.
It’s our biggest fundraising event, held annually in Cheshire, attracting over 3,000 bikers for music, comedy, shows, and more.
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Yes! We welcome stories from members and supporters. Just email the NABD office with your article or idea.
We post updates regularly, especially around events, grants, and policy changes that affect disabled riders.
