Published 5 November 2026
Jorvik Tricycles, the Yorkshire company that sells electric adult tricycles, has reported its strongest financial year to date. Its 2025/2026 year saw growth of more than 35 per cent, according to THIIS Magazine, supported by new showrooms in Chester and Southampton and new models including the RIDA and VIT.
The business was founded in 2014 by James Walker, who started it from his living room after his father was diagnosed with Parkinson’s. He wanted tricycles that combined stability and practicality with modern design at an affordable price. Mr Walker describes it as an independently run family business and says the aim is to be recognised as the leading brand for electric tricycles in the UK. He told THIIS the company plans to expand its ranges and “introduce more accessible options”.
The company’s website lists folding and rigid frame models grouped into everyday, explore, mountain and mobility categories, with the mobility range described as offering extra stability. Showrooms are listed in York, Southampton and Chester, and customers can book a test ride or a home demonstration. The site also states that its tricycles are eligible for VAT relief, that delivery to the UK mainland is free and that finance is available.
Adult tricycles sit in a useful gap between a bicycle and a mobility scooter. Three wheels mean there is no need to balance when starting, stopping or moving slowly, which suits people with balance difficulties, joint problems or conditions that affect coordination. Electric assistance reduces the effort needed on hills and for longer journeys, and many riders use them for shopping, visiting friends and keeping active.
Things to check before buying a tricycle
An electric tricycle is a different purchase from a mobility scooter, so it helps to be clear about what you need. Think about how you will get on and off, whether you can store it securely at home, how heavy it is if you need to lift it into a car, and the maximum rider weight. A test ride is worth the effort, and a home demonstration lets you try it on the streets you would actually use. Rules for where you can ride also differ from those for scooters, so ask the seller to explain them. If your needs are mostly for pavements and shops, our mobility scooters guide compares the alternatives, and our mobility aids overview covers other ways to stay independent.
Buyers who qualify for VAT relief should confirm the process with the seller before paying. Our company finder can help you compare other suppliers, and you can read about related products in our walking aids section if you are still weighing up options.
For the wider market, the figures are a sign of continued interest in accessible cycling. More showrooms make it easier for people outside Yorkshire to see a tricycle in person, which matters for a product where fit, comfort and handling are personal. Anyone with a medical condition that affects riding should also speak to their GP or occupational therapist about whether a tricycle is a safe and sensible choice.
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Published 5 November 2026