How High Fives Makes Motocross Possible for Athletes with Spinal Cord Injuries

Inside the Adaptations Fueling Adaptive Moto

In our latest Adapt & Destroy spotlight, Nick takes us behind the bars of an adapted dirt bike, breaking down the custom features that make riding possible after a spinal cord injury.

From hand-controlled brakes to a foot-secure cage system, this bike is more than modified—it’s a machine built for freedom.

🎥 In this video, Nick walks through:

  • How adaptive athletes are safely loaded onto a dirt bike
  • The foot cage that prevents dangerous lower body movement
  • Custom hand controls, including brake, clutch, and shifter
  • A recluse auto clutch that simplifies gear management
  • An adjustable lap belt and backrest system for core support
  • Suspension enhancements from Applied Technologies for smoother rides

Every detail is designed for safety, stability, and stoke—giving riders like Nick a chance to chase dust, not limitations.

🔧 Featured Moto Adaptations Include:

  • Foot-secure cage system
  • Lap belt and adjustable backrest
  • Hand shifter & rear brake conversion
  • Recluse auto clutch
  • Adaptive suspension upgrades

This bike is part of Adapt & Destroy—our innovative program at High Fives Foundation redefining what’s possible in action sports for people with life-changing injuries.

SHOP THE ADAPT AND DESTROY COLLECTION HERE! This video and clothing line are part of Adapt & Destroy, an innovative program from the High Fives Foundation that’s redefining what’s possible in sports for people with life-changing injuries. Shop the full Adapt & Destroy collection to fuel the mission and support athletes breaking boundaries every day. Every purchase helps fund recovery grants, adaptive sports camps, and long-term athlete support.