Mobility Conquest Expands Locations Offering Wheelchair Accessible Motorcycle

(PRWeb) Akron, Ohio, August 23, 2010: Mobility Conquest has expanded throughout the west coast with wheelchair accessible motorcycle demo bikes in key markets to meet the demands of increasing interest.

The new locations to view the Conquest include Ability Center stores in Phoenix, Tucson and NV, Mobility Works in Van Nuys and San Jose and Performance Mobility locations in Oregon and Kersey Mobility in Washington.

"As we expand to meet the needs of customers on the west coast, we sought out leaders in each market that have a strong overall service to their customer model, NMEDA members, QAP and a focus to serve their customers," Mark Allen Roberts of Mobility Conquest said.

Performance Mobility in Portland, Oregon has experienced a great response since offering the bike to customers about a month ago and will be having an open house on Saturday September 11 from 10 to 4. Demonstrations of the Conquest will be given by Roberts. "It's been a great customer awareness item, Mike Nehr at Performance Mobility said. “Lots of people have come to test drive it and they love the concept and idea."

In 2010, Mobility Conquest was chosen to be the exclusive supplier and assembler of the motorcycle in the United States. The design allows consumers in wheelchairs to enter the rear ramp of the motorcycle and go up the ramp, locking the chair in place behind the steering wheel. This bike was designed for consumers in wheelchairs with strong upper bodies but physical challenges from the waist down and is surprisingly powerful with a 1200 CC BMW engine and can go from 0 to 60 in 7.5 seconds.

As inquires for wheelchair accessible motorcycles continue to grow so has a need for finance programs. Sixty month programs are now available for consumers who qualify. Mobility Conquest is now working with one of the leading consumer finance partners in the mobility industry to provide a consumer finance program that helps customers passionate about riding, get back on the road again.

"I can’t explain the feeling I get when I do a demo ride with someone who thought they could never live their passion for riding again," Roberts said. "Once they experience how easy it is to operate the Conquest and feel the performance, their faces just light up. Our mission to help all those with a passion for riding motorcycles but didn’t think they could do to their disability a way."

For more information about the Conquest visit http://www.mobilityconquest.com/.

Kersey's showroom Depicts Road To Independence

Kersey Mobility, a mobility dealer of Sumner and Spokane, Washington, is much like any other leading dealer that Mobility Conquest chooses to carry their new wheelchair accessible motorcycle. What makes them different, however, is Kersey’s emphasis on the customer’s shopping experience.

A few years ago, Kersey won a $5,000 showroom remodel (in the form of a Home Depot gift card) at the Vantage Mobility International (VMI) conference. VMI took attending dealers to a Coleman dealer that had a "life style" showroom, representing the camping lifestyle. The group discussed what lifestyle attendees represent and came up with lifestyles that represented customers: active, independent, family and more.

Upon entering the building, customers walk through a tunnel and into the showroom that is designed like a street with a coffee shop, basketball hoop and vehicle displays indoors. Continuing on the "road to independence," you will see popular lifts on display that can be used in demonstrations.

"We focused the sections of our showroom on those lifestyles and said our showroom represents the road to independence," Owner Mike Kersey said. "The road is black carpet with yellow carpet inserts for the center line. The middle is a roundabout intersection with a stop light that is always green. The road leads through a parking lot (gray carpet strips) with our functional wheelchair lift displays and then ends at our outdoor, covered van display area."

According to Mark Allen Roberts of Mobility Conquest, Kersey understands the overall buying experience. "Kersey Mobility has served the community at this location for 13 years, and it is all the little things that do that make the buying experience special that illustrates how well they understand the needs of customers and a commitment to make the buying experience pleasurable," Roberts said.

Paraplegic blazes trail riding motocross

By Sarah Nienaber, St. Cloud (Minn.) Times

ST. CLOUD, Minn. — On a chilly Mother's Day in 2002, Bob Mrozek, a high school junior and motocross racer, took his off-road motorcycle out on a familiar trail. His journey ended abruptly when he lost control and was hurled over the handlebars. He lay three hours in a ditch before help arrived.

A spinal cord injury paralyzed Mrozek from the waist down. Today Mrozek is blazing a new trail for himself and other paraplegics by continuing to race despite his physical limitations.

"I thought I couldn't ride dirt bike or do anything anymore," says Mrozek, now 24, of Sartell.


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Jim Nelson of the Amateur Riders Motorcycle Association says Mrozek may be the only paraplegic to ride motocross in Minnesota.

The day he was injured, Mrozek was scheduled to race. The race "got rained out, and I just needed to go for a ride," he says. He was practicing when he lost control of his cycle.

Mrozek had surgery to fuse six vertebrae and place two rods and 12 screws in his back. Doctors told him he wouldn't walk again, but he didn't let that keep him from riding: "I can just get on my four-wheeler and leave my wheelchair behind," he says.

His four-wheeler is modified so he can control it with his hands, but he has to be strapped to the seat. He races motocross most Friday nights at Race Freex, a track near Brainerd, and is ranked first in the Quad Open Class, where the four-wheelers are allowed to be modified.

He is in his third year of college. His goal is to be an elementary physical education teacher. "I want ... to give younger kids an outlook on disability. Plus I'm their height."

Last month marked the 20th anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities Act, a law that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities.

Mrozek reminds those with disabilities not to sweat the small stuff: "Don't let the little things stop you. If you still got life, you can still go," he says. "You always have your brain."

Published in the St. Cloud Times: http://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/2010-08-08-6Aracing_N.htm?csp=YahooModule_News

Tips on Finding the Right Wheelchair Accessible Hotel

Finding a good wheel chair accessible hotel can be a challenge. With so many lodging options from which to choose, disabled travelers need a quick way to compare hotels and identify the accommodations that best meet their special needs.

The following trip planning steps serve as a guide to help you choose the right wheel chair accessible hotel that can make the difference between a great vacation or a frustrating trip.

1. Begin by narrowing your list of hotel choices.
While wheel chair accessibility is the top priority for a disabled traveler, many travel agents and travel reservation sites forget that a person with a disability has other needs too.

In addition to good mobility access, disabled travelers are also interested in amenities such as a swimming pool, restaurants in the hotel, pet accommodations, and internet access.

Therefore, look for reservations sites that offer advanced search capabilities that allow you to select the specific accommodations you need and amenities you desire. This will enable you to develop a list of viable lodging choices for your trip.
2. Call the hotel directly and ask questions.

Calling each wheel chair accessible hotel and asking the following questions can quickly determine if the hotel is disability-friendly and right for you.

• "Do you provide special disability services?" This should be the first question you ask. The answer you receive will immediately indicate the property’s experience and desire in assisting disabled travelers.

• "Which floors are the disabled rooms located?" It is important to be on or near the ground floor in case of an emergency, especially when elevators are not in service.

• "Are the disabled rooms ADA compliant?” If the answer is yes (and it should be), ask for specifics on how the room is equipped to accommodate ADA guidelines.

• "Can the beds and other furniture be moved in order to make the room more comfortable and accessible?" Depending on the room size and configuration, you may not need to make any adjustments. Yet, it is a good question to ask particularly if you are unfamiliar with the hotel brand.

• "How high is the bed and is it easily accessible from a standard wheelchair?" Some hotel beds rise 30 inches or more from the floor. While, wheelchair seats may be under 18 inches. Be sure to confirm that the bed height will enable you to easily get into bed without assistance.

• "Does the hotel provide a wheel chair accessible shuttle to nearby tourist attractions and public transportation?"

• "Is disabled or handicap parking available?" You may want to follow-up by asking how many spaces are allocated per wheelchair accessible room.

3. Listen "between the lines."
A disabled traveler should be listening for clues that indicate the hotel has a good understanding of the difficulties faced by an individual with a disability.
If the reservation desk at the wheel chair accessible hotel is knowledgeable about ADA requirements such as passages, counter heights, door hardware, bathroom fixtures, and roll-in showers, there is a good chance the property frequently serves disabled guests.

However, be wary of a hotel representative that appear to promise too much. If the hotel seems too good to be true... it probably is

Conquest Wheelchair Motorcycle Amazes Consumers At Chicago Ability Expo

Hundreds of consumers found themselves pleasantly surprised at the Chicago Ability Expo that riding a motorcycle while in a wheelchair is now within grasp.

The first motorcycle designed to be driven from a wheelchair was on display at the Expo at Mobility Works’ booth July 9-11 in Chicago. Mobility Works is the exclusive dealer in the Chicago area. The Expo provides people with products of cutting edge technologies, free workshops of all kinds, and fun adaptive sports and other activities for people of all ages.

The Conquest is a unique wheelchair motorcycle, designed specifically for the handicapped community. This three-wheeled motorcycle offers sleek, stunning design, derived from Formula 1 racers. However, the benefits of The Conquest go deeper than mere cosmetics.

“Our bike was designed to help our customers in wheelchairs connect with their passion for riding. It was designed by people in wheelchairs for people in wheelchairs and that is why everyone who takes a test drive comments on how easy it is to drive” Mark Allen Roberts Mobility Conquest president said.

Mobility Conquest provided a demo bike at the Expo for consumers who wanted to test drive this new invention. Over 12 people drove the bike (and three of them now plan to own one). One customer drove over 4 hours to see this bike as he has been following it on the internet for 3 years and could not wait until it was available in the U.S.

Many consumers were surprised at how powerful the Conquest is. Powering this wheelchair motorcycle is a BMW-derived 1170 CC engine. This power plant is capable of producing a top sustained speed of 105 miles per hour. In addition, drivers will enjoy the fact that The Conquest is capable of 0 to 60 mile per hour times of just 7.6 seconds, ensuring that they are able to handle any situation they may face on the highway.

Mobility Works has a demo bike available for those customers who want to feel the freedom and the wind in their hair but could not make it to the show.

George Flores Musician, Harp Technician reconnects to his passion for riding motorcycles

After becoming disabled in a motorcycle accident five years ago, George Flores (39) of Chicago has still been able to work in his unique profession as a harp technician. As the first proved in world history with a spinal cord injury to service harps professionally, Flores uses a 6 foot instrument with the help of a standing wheelchair.

He has been repairing harps for 11 years. Before his accident, Flores traveled the world and worked for symphonies and orchestras in every major country. Flores was also in the music business as both a popular Thrash Speed Metal singer, & Guitar player from 1987-1993. In later years, he became one of the best Professional Harp Technician's all over the world. Flores has worked with famous people like Metallica and the S&F Symphony and the Chicago Symphony at Orchestra hall, to name a few.

George recently "got back on the iron horse" at the recent Abilities Expo held in Chicago. Over 20 active paraplegics expressed interest in the Conquest motorcycle you can drive from a wheelchair, and 12 actually participated in demo rides at the show. "I can’t describe the joy I see in people's faces after they take a demo ride and experience how easy our bike is to operate as well as feeling the wind in their hair," says Mark Allen Roberts, Mobility Conquest President.

Mobility Conquest Trike Featured On Denver's Channel 9News

On Tuesday July 13th, Adaptive AutoMobility was proud and fortunate to welcome Gregg Moss from Channel 9News to feature the latest in adaptive technology, the new Mobility Conquest Trike. The Trike is a revolutionary new motorcycle designed specifically for a wheelchair user to drive from their wheelchair. Your wheelchair goes where you go, unlike some bikers with non-accessible trikes that are forced to have someone follow them in a van with the wheelchair while they are riding with their friends. In this bike, your chair is with you and you are in control again, on your own, on the open road with the wind in your hair, the ultimate feeling of freedom!

The Mobility Conquest was invented in England by Alan Martin. Mr. Martin’s son was injured in a work related accident and he wanted to help his son ride motorcycles again. From those modest beginnings they have now sold more than 100 bikes in the UK in the last year, and have ventured across the pond to the United States. And don't think for a second that this bike is built for anything other than performance! Many people assume that this trike would go slow for safety reasons or because it is being driven from a wheelchair, but this machine was built with both safety and performance in mind.

Performance comes from the BMW's 1170 CC engine, the most powerful engine and front end suspension BMW makes, combined with a Formula One rear suspension. Everyone who rides it says the same thing, "Wow, this is surprisingly powerful". With 0-60 mph only taking 7.6 seconds and a top speed of 105 mph (due to a governor) you will have no problem keeping up with your friends.

The bike is well balanced as a result of the three wheel design and the push-button gear shifter is much easier to use than the original foot shifters. This bike has passed all U.S. road safety requirements, which is more than one can say about all the one-off creations people have come up with on their own.

For that rider who would like to customize and make their bike unique there are many options including radios, windshields, luggage racks, and custom colors. Not that you will need it though, as this bike is truly a head turner. With Batmobile references on an almost daily basis, you can rest assured this is one unusual, eye-catching bike!

This bike is particularly popular with Veterans and was the hit of the 2010 National Veterans Wheelchair Games in Denver over the July 4th weekend. The Conquest is truly a reminder to consumers with physical challenges that they can enjoy independence and the freedom of the open road just like any other biker!
Interested in knowing more? Contact us to schedule a demo ride!

Click on the picture below to visit for the full story and video which ran July 14th. It can be found on the home page, the link below, or look for the Gadgets segment by Greg Moss.

Adaptive AutoMobility was featured on a local news station for being an exclusive dealer of the Mobility Conquest Motorcycle in the metro Colorado area.

“It is the only bike that is actually a production motorcycle designed to be driven from a wheelchair. There are a lot of other trikes out there but they all require transfer,” Kevin Durban of Adaptive AutoMobility said. “It opens the road in a way wheelchair users have not had open to them in the past.”

The trike is fully road and track tested In compliance with the U.S. safety standards. A BMW engine allows the trike to accelerate to 60 MPH in 7.6 seconds, has six forward gears with reverse and keyless entry standard on all trikes. Each trike can comfortably accommodate a passenger and their wheelchair accessible needs with a unique designed front and rear suspension to help avoid any changes to driving or handling due to the increased weight of the passenger.

Wheelchair Veterans Become Bikers Again

The Mobility Conquest motorcycle, driven from a wheelchair, was presented at the Veterans Wheelchair Games July Fourth weekend in Denver. Over 600 wheelchair athletes came to Denver to participate in the Games. Mobility Conquest was a bronze sponsor of the games.

“We are honored to be a part of such an inspirational event” Mark Allen Roberts, Mobility Conquest president said.

In addition to showing the Conquest motorcycle in the Wheelchair Games Expo, Mobility Conquest Colorado dealer Adaptive AutoMobility provided demo rides for veterans who wanted to reconnect to their passion for riding motorcycles.

“We have a number of veterans we help here in Colorado each day with our accessible vans and adaptive equipment,” Kevin Durban, Adaptive AutoMobility President said. We enjoyed supporting the PVA and Mobility Conquest with this exciting new product for our community”

A number of veterans who thought they would never ride a motorcycle again, had a chance to put the Conquest to the test on a demo ride as they earned their riding gloves. Each rider said the motorcycle was surprisingly powerful and they could not believe how easy it was to operate with the push button shifting on the bikes handle bars. Many veterans are returning home with plans to contact their local Mobility Conquest dealers to book their demo rides. Check out the “Conquest smiles” from some of the veterans on the motorcycle you can drive from a wheelchair at the Conquest Facebook Fan page.

Have you earned your demo gloves yet? This week the bike will be on display at the Chicago abilities expo and a demo rides will be available for those that qualify.

Exercise Ideas For People In Wheelchairs

Sure, getting from point A to point B in your wheelchair accessible van, or motorcycle these days is easy but being healthy and prolonging your life takes a little more work and dedication.

You've heard that everyone should be exercising, but what if you have a disability? It's hard enough taking care of the basics if you're in a wheelchair or have other physical challenegs. If you've neglected your exercise routine, now is a good time to get started because it really can make you feel better. Aerobic exercise strengthens your heart and lungs, improves mobility and can increase upper body strength. Don't forget that exercise also reduces stress and fatigue and will increase your energy level and endurance, among other nice things.

One of the most important aspects of life with a disability might be maintaining emotional health. People with disabilities or chronic illnesses often feel angry, depressed, frustrated and confused. Exercise is an excellent way to help you cope with a disability. Not only will it make you stronger, but studies have shown that exercise helps combat depression. Keep in mind many exercises can be used no matter what your disability, especially stretching and range-of-motion exercises.

Generally, when you are in a wheelchair the exercises you should be concerned with are resistance exercises to improve your upper body strength and help reduce your chances of injury. One good place to start is with exercise videos which can be done in the privacy of your own home any time you want.

If you're interested in doing all of your working out at home, you might want to think about investing in some specialized exercise equipment. There are many new strength training machines available for people in wheelchairs, as well as hand-cyclers and other cardio equipment. But, don't let a lack of special equipment keep you from your work out. If you have upper body mobility, try lifting your arms straight out in front of you, hold for a few seconds then lower. Next, lift your arms out to the sides (stopping at shoulder level), hold, and then lower. Do both of these exercise 15 to 20 times and, as you get stronger, hold light hand weights. More specific upper body activities include shoulder shrugs, overhead presses and bicep curls.

If you're competitive, why not get involved in organized sports? Participate in Wheelchair sports. Find events near you that include basketball, archery, fencing and more. If you need help with training for a specific sport or event, the National Center on Physical Activity and Disability (NCPAD) can help you find fitness programs in your area.

Now, lock into your accessible van or motorbike and drive to a gym or to buy workout equipment for your home.

Mobility Conquest’s New Motorcycles To Ride In Annual National Veterans Wheelchair Games in Denver July 4-9

The Mobility Conquest, a sleek motorcycle-based trike designed for the wheelchair-bound, will make its debut June 4-9 at the National Veteran’s Wheelchair Games in Denver, the largest wheelchair sports competition in the world.

Entry into the Mobility Conquest Motorcycle is easy as the driver remains in his/her own wheelchair. The trike is fully road and track tested and complies with the U.S. safety standards. A BMW engine allows the trike to accelerate to 60 MPH in 7.6 seconds. The bike has six forward gears with reverse and keyless entry standard on all trikes. Each trike can comfortably accommodate a passenger and their wheelchair accessible needs. The trike has a uniquely designed front and rear suspension to help avoid any changes to driving or handling due to the increased weight of the passenger.

Adaptive AutoMobility, owned by Kevin Duran, is an authorized dealer of the Conquest with showrooms in Denver and Colorado Springs and will be in attendance at the Games.

"We are excited to participate and sponsor the Veterans Wheelchair Games," Mark Allen Roberts of Mobility Conquest said. “We look forward to helping our service men and women reconnect with their passion for riding motorcycles. Our focus is to help them get on the road again in our Conquest Motorcycle, designed for people with physical challenges from the waist down to drive a motorcycle while in their wheelchair."

Mobility conquest is dedicated to providing handicapped persons who have a love of the road and a desire to reconnect with the sport following a disability.

The Mobility Conquest motorcycle was chosen to be a part of the opening ceremonies and will be driven by one of 18 veteran bikers. That biker will be CJ Snider from Denver. Snider will be riding a bike in the opening parade and also helping out with the air rifles booth. Snider, who rode motorcycles all through the war until she became injured, wasn’t sure if she would ever ride a bike again. Five years ago, Snider become the owner of a custom designed trike. However, it’s not easy to transfer a person onto the trike and someone has to follow her with her chair so she can dismount at her destination. The Mobility Conquest lets the rider enter the trike while seated in their chair and they have complete independence. A few weeks ago Snider was able to ride the bike for the first time.

"This was a very comfortable ride," Snider said. "I would definitely not mind owning one. The owner of the bike let me ride in circles around the parking lot. I told him I was getting dizzy, so we took it out for a ride."

Seventeen different sports are available to veterans who use wheelchairs due to neurological disease, amputations and spinal cord injuries. The National Veteran Wheelchair Games is the largest annual wheelchair sports competition in the world. Some of the Games include basketball, rugby, softball, hand cycling, trapshooting, swimming, table tennis and many others. There will also be a special "Kids Day" program where children with disabilities can meet athletes.

Five hundred people are expected to attend the annual National Veterans Wheelchair Games which are sponsored by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), with additional support from corporate and community groups. Seventeen different sports are available to veterans who use wheelchairs due to neurological disease, amputations and spinal cord injuries. For more information visit www.wheelchairgames.va.gov.

For more information on the Conquest wheelchair accessible motorcycle, visit the official website at http://www.mobilityconquest.com/

Donahue Rides Mobility Conquest Wheelchair Accessible Motorcycle Cross-Country

Hundreds of veterans and their motorcycles rode cross-country journey for the annual "Run for the Wall" in May. Michael Donahue of Rancho Cucamonga, CA was a part of that group and so was his Mobility Conquest wheelchair accessible motorcycle.

Michael Donahue, now 55, began riding began riding motorcycles when he was 16 years old. Thirty years ago, Donahue was a military policeman in Virginia Beach and was accidentally shot. The injury left him paralyzed from the waist down. Like so many other injured motorcycle enthusiasts, he was certain he would never ride again.

However, last year, the freedom of the open road was once again an option for Donahue. Donahue purchased The Conquest after finding the wheelchair accessible motorcycle while surfing the web one day. Donahue had been searching for a viable option for over 27 years and has now found the one motorcycle that will let him enjoy the freedom that the motorcycle offers.

Donahue left for a crossing country trek from him home in Rancho Cucamonga with his new set of wheels as he took part in the annual motorcycle ride “Run For the Wall,” that ended in Washington, D.C. The ride rose awareness for the veterans and those that are missing in action.”

“I thoroughly enjoyed the ride,” Donahue said. “I liked it so much that I am eagerly anticipating next year.”

One aspect Donahue is looking forward to is the added cargo space in the bike. “There’s going to be a lot of added cargo space in the bike next year so I won’t have to carry it with me,” Donahue said.

Mark Allen Roberts, president of Mobility Works, said that many of their customers tell him they never thought they would be able to ride again. "It's hard to explain what it's like watching people's faces change when you give them new hope," he said. Roberts said.

For more information on The Conquest wheelchair accessible motorcycle, visit the official website at http://www.MobilityConquest.com. You can also find them online through FaceBook, YouTube and Twitter. The Conquest will also be featured at numbers expos and bike events across the nation. Check the website to find the latest dates and event information.

First Mobility Conquest Wheelchair Motorcycles for Paraplegic Bikers Arrive in Akron

(1888PressRelease) December 27, 2009 - Four Mobility Conquest trikes arrived from the UK to the MobilityWorks Commercial facility on Wilbeth Road in Akron to begin the bike's release into the U.S. marketplace. One of the motorcycles will be transferred to the Consumer showroom at 810 Moe Drive, Akron Ohio shortly. The other three trikes will make their way to other MobilityWorks locations in the coming weeks.

The four Conquest imports are just the start of 45 (forty-five) total wheelchair accessible trikes scheduled for delivery to the United States within the next two to three months. They will be distributed to a network of authorized mobility van dealers throughout the country. Manufacturing of the Conquest will then take place by the MobilityWorks Commercial Manufacturing Division. All Conquests are built around brand new BMW motorcycles. The bike is capable of going 0-60 MPH in 7.6 seconds and a 15-second quarter mile time. They have been proven over several years (in England and Europe) to deliver superior performance, maneuverability and paraplegic wheelchair driving capabilities.

Said Brian Austin, General Manager at the MobilityWorks Akron consumer location, "We're very excited to have this in our showroom. It's such a unique solution for people in wheelchairs that we anticipate a lot of interest and traffic coming in as a result of it being here. We already have a special place laid out on our showroom floor for the public to come and view it, along with our wheelchair vans."

Test drive locations and scheduling haven't yet been finalized. MobilityWorks in Akron has several options they are assessing. "Obviously weather will affect some of our scheduling, but those details will be worked out soon", said Austin.

About MobilityWorks
Founded in 1997, MobilityWorks is a national wheelchair accessible van dealership headquartered in Akron, OH. The company provides lowered floor minivans and full-size vans equipped with a ramp or lift, rental vans, adaptive equipment and mechanical service. With 12 different showroom and service locations in 7 states and approximately 200 employees, they are one of the largest accessible van providers in the United States. Showroom locations are in CA, OH, PA, NY, MI, IL, and WI.

The MobilityWorks Commercial Division, located in a separate manufacturing facility also in Akron, provides ambulettes and paratransit buses to businesses nationwide for transporting one or several individuals needing wheelchair access, including medical facilities, community centers, nursing homes, schools, churches, and hotel chains.

MobilityWorks is also listed as an Inc. 5000 company. Additional information about MobilityWorks can be found at www.mobilityworks.com.

Mobility Conquest Trikes Arrive In America With Production to Start in USA

Typically riding a motorcycle available only to the able-bodied motorcycle enthusiast. While traditionally, some who find themselves in wheelchairs can catch some wind with traditional trikes, getting in and out of the saddle can be difficult, But the latest motorcycle import arriving in America allows even wheelchair-bound would-be bikers to enjoy the open road.



A total of 45 Mobility Conquest Trikes set to arrive in Akron Ohio and are to be sold by MobilityWorks in their various showrooms.

Conquest Trikes are modified BMW’s that allow a wheelchair to roll into a secure position behind a pair of handlebars, and ride away.

They will be distributed to a network of authorized mobility van dealers throughout the country, with manufacturing of the Conquest eventually being completed by the MobilityWorks Commercial Manufacturing Division.

Founded in 1997, MobilityWorks is a national wheelchair accessible van dealership headquartered in Akron, OH. The company provides lowered floor minivans and full-size vans equipped with a ramp or lift, rental vans, adaptive equipment and mechanical service. With 12 different showroom and service locations in 7 states; California, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Michigan, Illinois and Wisconsin with approximately 200 employees they are one of the largest accessible van providers in the United States

The motorcycle is capable of going 0-60 MPH in 7.6 seconds and a 15-second quarter mile time. A ramp at the rear of the motorcycle allows for the rider to pull themselves along two-rails to an electronic clamp that holds the wheelchair in place. Sitting higher than the standard motorcycle height, changing gears is managed with an electronic push-button cluster under the left-hand grip, which includes a reverse.

The Conquest Trike has been proven over several years (in England and Europe) to deliver superior performance, maneuverability and paraplegic wheelchair driving capabilities.