I have a good friend who has been confined to a wheel chair for over 20 years, he used to build and ride custom Harleys. His dream is to be able be on a bike and feel the wind in his face again. He has been saving for many years and is determined to buy a bike and a side car that will accomodate him and his chair. I will be his designated driver. I have been riding for 25years but never with a side car. After reading a few posts I can see that there will be a lot more to it than just jumping on and going. My biggest question is if anyone is aware of side cars built to accomodate a 160lb guy on a 200lb wheel chair. I am just beginning to research and am in desperate need of advice from people with experience. He had always had Harleys so that's what we were leaning towards but being ignorant in this I do not know the best route to take or even where to begin. This is something I really would like to make happen for him. Any advice or direction would be greatly appreciated.
Good day to you, I may be able to help you with your endever . Contack me at titanengwrks@acsol.net or 970 241 1325
Ron Campbell
Colorado State Rep
Hi, this is Chris at HACK'd Magazine, just found out about this place, Dave's Bikes & Trikes, PH: 870-573-6950. He is located in Paragould, Arkansas. Dave might be able to give you some thoughts on where you want to go with your project.
Chris at HACK'd
www.hackd.com
Hey Chris,
Thanks for the info. I got in touch with Dave, real nice guy and very knowledgeable. Between him and Ron I think we have some good options.
Brad
Steve and his buddies pulled the tub off of my sidecar and then modified the platform for me to ride on.
At the Griffic Park Sidecar Rally I saw A wheelchair rig that was pretty neat. It was driven from the sidecar (special made). The guy would just wheel into the SC (from rear), all of the controlls (hand) were transfered to the SC. He could get in and drive by himself. It made for a bunch of double takes to see a motorcycle going along with nobody on it.
Ben
It probably wasn't the same outfit, but I've seen one like that here in Virginia several times. It was definitely an interesting setup. The great advantage for the operator was that he didn't require assistance; just drove his wheelchair right into it.
A large number of thoes were made by TOMCO in Pa. who is now out of business. I do build that type of rig.
Ron in Co
