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FIXED FRAME FIXED POSITION
SUSPENSION WHEELCHAIR

The Melrose Shockwave XIX is a fixed position wheelchair designed and built to provide a comfortable ride by reducing jarring and vibration while negotiating tiled surfaces, cobblestones or going up and down curbs and steps. We have achieved this by building a parallel 4-link suspension component for the rear wheels, this part is adjustable for preload (weight) damping and travel on both wheels independently. The travel distance and damping also allows it to be used for some light off-road pushing.

The suspension unit adds weight so may not be ideal for everyone, it also absorbs some energy that would usually be transferred into momentum. The unit is anodised so colours are limited, contact us for the range of colours.

Standard Specifications


  • Aluminium frame
  • Adjustable back height and folding back with bar release mechanism
  • Adjustable footplate height
  • Quick release wheels spoked on alloy rims
  • A choice of rollerblade, 4", 5" solid, 6" solid, or wide castors
  • Seat height fixed at customer specified heights
  • High or low mounted push to lock brakes
  • Black fabric sling and back with leather trim
  • Leg strap and fabric skirt guards
  • Ergonomically designed seating system    »
  • Five-year frame warranty

Options and Accessories


  • Titanium frame
  • Anti-tips
  • Adjustable back upholstery
  • Fabric or ABS footplate cover,Impact guards, castor covers
  • Bag under chair
  • Cushion, ABS skirt guards
  • Tyres high pressure tread or smooth, 24 x 1 solid KIK
  • Wheels available in spoked 22", 24", 25", 26" or BMX sizes
  • Composite or Spinergy wheels available
  • Spoke guards
  • Hill climber brakes, superlock brakes or sissor brakes
  • Push handles