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Batec Electric 2
Front attachments - powered. An electric front-wheel attachment that turns a manual wheelchair into a powered trike for city and countryside.
Power assist and handcycles
Last updated: 5 October 2026 · Total: 23 products
Between a manual chair and a full power chair there is a wide middle ground. Power add-ons bolt onto the chair you already own: a motorised front wheel that turns it into a small trike, a drive unit under the seat that pushes from behind, wheels with motors in the hubs, or a kit with a joystick. They keep the chair light and foldable while saving the shoulders on hills and long distances. The second page covers adaptive cycles, meaning handcycles pedalled with the arms and tricycles or wheelchair bikes for riders who need more stability.
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Special Compact
Front attachments - powered. A small-wheeled motorbike-style power attachment suited to narrow spaces and car transport.
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Klick Power
Front attachments - powered. A front-mounted electric drive that clicks onto the chair in one movement, with standard or tetra handlebars.
USD 2,649 (manufacturer site)
Firefly 2.5
Front attachments - powered. A quick-release electric scooter-style attachment with a removable lithium battery.
From EUR 5,997.60 ex VAT (~USD 6,500, rough conversion; manufacturer site)
Lomo GX
Front attachments - powered. An electric traction attachment with thumb-throttle drive, cruise control and optional tetra equipment.
From EUR 3,891.30 ex VAT (~USD 4,200, rough conversion; manufacturer site)
City Max
Front attachments - manual and hybrid handbikes. A hand-cranked clip-on handbike with wide gearing that lifts the front castors for rough surfaces.
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Batec Hibrid 2
Front attachments - manual and hybrid handbikes. A hybrid clip-on handbike that combines hand cranking with electric assistance, in paraplegic and quadriplegic versions.
GBP 5,785.20 inc VAT (~USD 7,500, rough conversion; UK dealer Wheel Freedom)
SmartDrive MX2+
Rear push-assist devices. A single powered wheel that clips under the chair and is started and stopped with a wrist-worn controller or switch.
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R20
Rear push-assist devices. A light folding power pack that helps a carer push and still lets the user self-propel.
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R90
Rear push-assist devices. An under-seat motorised wheel that gives push assistance and lifts clear when not needed.
GBP 5,599 ex VAT / GBP 6,718.80 inc VAT (~USD 7,300-8,700, rough conversion; UK dealer Wheel Freedom)
e-motion M25
Power-assist wheels. A pair of motorised wheels that amplify each push on the handrim and replace the chair's standard wheels.
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JWX-2
Power-assist wheels. A handrim-sensing power-assist wheel kit derived from Yamaha's e-bike technology.
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e-fix E35 / E36
Joystick conversion kits. A joystick-controlled add-on drive whose motor wheels replace the manual wheels to make a compact power chair.
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Light Drive 2
Joystick conversion kits. A removable joystick motor pack that fits most manual wheelchairs in under 20 seconds and can be disengaged for manual use.
GBP 5,295 (~USD 6,900, rough conversion; UK dealer Recare)
Light Drive 2.1 Mini
Joystick conversion kits. A child-sized version of the Light Drive joystick power pack for small wheelchairs.
From EUR 11,299 inc VAT (~USD 12,400, rough conversion; manufacturer site)
Kettwiesel ONE Handbike
Handcycles and handbikes. A hand-cranked electric-assist trike with a raised seat for easy transfer from a wheelchair.
USD 9,999 (US retailer 1800wheelchair)
Force RX
Handcycles and handbikes. A custom-built aluminium racing handcycle with an aerodynamic recumbent position.
From GBP 10,500 (~USD 13,700, rough conversion; manufacturer UK site)
Shark RS
Handcycles and handbikes. A performance recumbent handbike with a frame that adjusts to the rider's position.
USD 6,170 (US dealer RAD-Innovations)
Trix
Adaptive tricycles and wheelchair bikes. A foldable adaptive recumbent trike that adjusts to fit children through tall adults.
From USD 3,406 ex tax and shipping (manufacturer US site)
Easy Rider
Adaptive tricycles and wheelchair bikes. A semi-recumbent adult tricycle with a supportive seat and optional electric pedal assist.
How to choose
- Decide whether you want help on every push or a separate device you attach only for longer trips.
- Confirm compatibility with your exact frame, because clamps and brackets differ between rigid and folding chairs.
- Consider how you will mount and remove the device alone, including its weight and where it is stored.
- Ask about battery type and capacity if you plan to fly, since airlines restrict lithium batteries.
Guides for choosing power assist & handcycles
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Power add-ons compared: front, rear and wheels
Front attachments give speed and distance, rear units give light help, power wheels boost each push. Here is how they differ and what to check.
Common questions
Can I add a motor to my manual wheelchair?
Yes, most manual chairs can take some form of power add-on. The options are a front drive attachment, a rear push-assist unit, power-assist wheels or a joystick kit. Which ones fit depends on the frame.
What is a handcycle?
A handcycle is a cycle driven by turning cranks with the arms instead of pedalling with the legs. It can be a complete three-wheeled machine or a front unit that clips onto a wheelchair.