NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR
BIKERS WITH A DISABILITY (NABD)

Being a biker is more than just riding a bike. You feel it in your heart and soul!

NATIONAL ASSSOCIATION FOR
BIKERS WITH A DISABILITY

Being a biker is more than riding a bike. You feel it in your heart and in your soul

About Us

About NABD

Find out more about our charity and how we can help you to return to biking

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YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE DISABLED TO JOIN THE NABD

The NABD has built a strong community of members and supporters, alongside many affiliated clubs and supportive businesses. This mutually supportive network helps to raise funds, exchange ideas, spread awareness, and create welcoming spaces where disabled riders and supporters can connect and interact.

1991 Origin

Founded by six bikers in Stockport & Manchester; first adaptation for a leg-amputee rider

First Year

100 members; 3 adaptations, all engineered from scratch

Growth

Became “world leader” in disabled motorcycling; membership now over 11,000; helped over 11,000 individuals

Global Reach

Influenced similar groups in several countries (e.g., Norway, Sweden, France, Japan, USA)

Operations

Donation funds used fully for disabled riders; minimal paid staff; volunteers power activities

Advocacy

Consulted regularly by major UK motorcycling and regulatory bodies

OUR HISTORY

1991 Origin

Founded by six bikers from Stockport & Manchester, The first adaptation was for rider who had suffered a below knee amputation.

First Year

100 members; 3 adaptations completed, all engineered from scratch.

Growth

Became the ‘World Leader’ in motorcycling for people with disabilities, helping more than 14,000 individuals.

Global Reach

inspired and supported the setting up of disabled biker support groups in, Norway, Sweden, France, Japan, USA, & Portugal. Currently supporting a new group in Cyprus

Operations

Run by unpaid volunteers with only one paid employee (the Office Manager).

Advocacy

Accepted as ‘leaders in the field’, regularly consulting with many authorities , government depts and industry bodies.

1991 Origin

Founded by six bikers in Stockport & Manchester; first adaptation for a leg-amputee rider

First Year

100 members; 3 adaptations, all engineered from scratch

Advocacy

Consulted regularly by major UK motorcycling and regulatory bodies

Growth

Became “world leader” in disabled motorcycling; membership now over 11,000; helped over 11,000 individuals

Global Reach

Influenced similar groups in several countries (e.g., Norway, Sweden, France, Japan, USA)

Operations

Donation funds used fully for disabled riders; minimal paid staff; volunteers power activities

OUR HISTORY

1991 Origin

Founded by six bikers from Stockport & Manchester, The first adaptation was for rider who had suffered a below knee amputation.

First Year

100 members; 3 adaptations completed, all engineered from scratch.

Growth

Became the ‘World Leader’ in motorcycling for people with disabilities, helping more than 14,000 individuals.

Global Reach

inspired and supported the setting up of disabled biker support groups in, Norway, Sweden, France, Japan, USA, & Portugal. Currently supporting a new group in Cyprus

Operations

Run by unpaid volunteers with only one paid employee (the Office Manager).

Advocacy

Accepted as ‘leaders in the field’, regularly consulting with many authorities , government depts and industry bodies.

Financial Grants for Adaptations

Tailored Vehicle Adaptations

Assessments & Loaner Machines for Training

Expert Advice & Advocacy

Social & Fundraising Events

Membership & Publications

BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP

Assessments & Loaner Machines for Training

Access to information & expert advice backed by more than 30-years experience

Financial Grants for Adaptations

Tailored Vehicle Adaptations

Social & Fundraising Events

Being part of something that makes a positive difference to peoples lives

Expert Advice & Advocacy

Membership & Publications