Disabled Riders Resource list:The companies and individuals listed below sell products that may be helpful to motorcyclists with disabilities. These listings do not imply an endorsement of these companies by the AMA and the AMA has neither tested nor evaluated the products. Modifying a motorcycle's original design may create new risks. Internet resourcesA rider and passenger who have overcome physical disability to travel
together by motorcycle have formed a new website to help others with
handicaps who want to ride. Robin Donnelly and Vinny Cucchiara founded
the site. Online forum for disabled or injured motorcyclists: Power shiftersElectric shifter for riders who can't operate a foot shifter: Electric shifter kits for all bikes. Also does sidecar conversions on
BMWs. Produces the Lightning Shifter, which allows push-button gear
changes. Automatic clutchesUniquely designed clutch for off-road bikes that disengages at an idle,
allows you to shift manually and maintains engine braking. Designs and builds automatic clutches for motorcycles and can meet
special needs for disabled riders. Produces automatic clutches for Harley-Davidson street bikes and many
off-road motorcycles and ATVs. Automatic transmissionWalters Manufacturing produces an automatic transmission for 1999-2005 Harley-Davidson Dynaglides. Customized controlsCustomized controls for riders who do not have use of one of their limbs. Bill Smage has been riding for years despite not being able to use his right arm. Artificial limbsSpecially made prosthesis to attach safely to a handlebar, handmade by
former racer Mert Lawwill: Stabilizer wheelsHydraulically operated side-mounted wheels that hold the bike upright
at a stop and can be lowered by flipping a switch, and side-mounted wheels
that stabilize the motorcycle but still allow it to lean: Sidecars/Trikes
General information on sidecars: Sidecar internet message board: Trike conversions for Japanese touring bikes and cruisers: Sidecars and trike conversions: Trike conversions for Harleys and Honda Gold Wings, plus shifters and
additional modifications as needed: Trike conversions for Harleys, Hondas and Suzuki models through
dealers: Bolt-on trike conversion kit that allows you to return to two-wheel
operation in minutes: Trikes and trike conversions, including one model with an automatic
transmission: Trikes powered by a V-8 engine and specifically built for persons
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