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Wheelchair bikes
vanRaam makes two wheelchair bikes designed to let you cycle with someone who uses a wheelchair, without the need for a transfer, a specialist vehicle, or help from a third party. Whether you're looking for a bike with a wheelchair in front or a wheelchair bicycle that accommodates someone's own chair, you’re in the right place.
OPair wheelchair bike
- Transport someone who is in a wheelchair
- Adjustable seat
- Suitable for children and adults
VeloPlus wheelchair bike
- Wheelchair user and a driver
- Wheelchair user can sit in her or his wheelchair
- Easy to ride a wheelchair on it due to the tilted ramp
Why a wheelchair bike?
A wheelchair bicycle opens up cycling to people who would otherwise be left out of it. Both rider and passenger travel together, at the same pace, in the same direction, with the social connection that brings. There's no dependence on specialist transport, no waiting around, and no separation. You simply ride.
vanRaam's wheelchair accessible bikes are used by families, carers, and care organisations across the UK and Europe. They're practical enough for everyday use and robust enough for longer rides.
The OPair
The OPair is a wheelchair accessible bike with an integrated seat at the front. The passenger sits facing forward with a clear view of the road ahead rather than the back of the rider. The seat is adjustable in multiple ways to suit different needs, and a custom seat can be fitted if required. Foldable footrests make it easy to get comfortable, and with the optional split frame, the front section can be detached from the bike and used as an independent wheelchair.
The OPair combines genuine riding comfort with a modern, considered design, and gives the passenger a clear view of the road ahead rather than the back of the rider.
The VeloPlus
With the VeloPlus wheelchair bike, the passenger stays in their own wheelchair throughout the ride. A tilting ramp makes it easy for almost any manually operated wheelchair to be loaded and secured by one person, with no heavy lifting, no transfer, and no fuss. Once secured, the passenger travels facing forward, alongside the rider rather than behind them.
An optional electric winch makes loading even easier, particularly useful if the wheelchair user is heavier or the terrain is uneven.
Powerful electric assist
Both models come with electric pedal assist. An electric wheelchair bike makes a significant difference over longer distances or more varied terrain. vanRaam's own Silent System is award-winning, near-silent, and individually programmable. It also includes an automatic lighting system and a reverse function, useful for manoeuvring in tighter spaces or correcting a missed turn.
Which wheelchair bicycle is right for you?
The main difference between the two comes down to the passenger's wheelchair. If they use their own wheelchair and you want to avoid a transfer, the VeloPlus wheelchair bike is the right choice. If you're looking for a bike with a wheelchair seat at the front that can also function as a standalone wheelchair, the OPair is worth a closer look.
Configure your wheelchair bike
Both models can be fitted with a range of options and accessories to suit different needs. Use the online configurator to put together your ideal setup, or speak to a dealer who can talk you through the choices.