Graham’s mint Kawasaki ZX-10

Graham used to own a Kawasaki ZX-10 ‘back in the day’ and was his dream bike. But due to an injury he was unable to enjoy it to the fullest. He decided to find another one and after three years of searching he found this one in immaculate condition with only 16000 miles on it.

However, in 2018 he ended up in hospital for seven weeks with a perforated gallbladder. Complications set in as he developed sepsis, which is a potentially life-threatening condition.

‘Six months later I was in hospital having my gallbladder removed and developed sepsis again. I was rushed in on a Wednesday evening for emergency surgery to remove an infected blood clot and the surgery saved my life.’

But the resultant damage from the sepsis meant that Graham was unable to continue to ride his beloved ZX-10

‘The Sepsis has destroyed the balance receptors in the back of my brain’

‘It has left me with physical scars and mental scars too. I suffer with PTSD as a result and serious depression. I also had a knee replacement that was done incorrectly so I need a knee revision.’

As he could no longer ride his ZX-10 he decided to have it converted into a trike so he could still enjoy it.

‘With a lot of research, I decided to send it to Steve and the crew at Casarva Trikes and what a superb job they have done.’

As well as the trike conversion, Graham also had a Kliktronic K-lever2 twin lever brake kit and a gear changer fitted. He applied to the National Association for Bikers with a Disability to help with the costs for the K-2 levers through the grant system, which was approved.

‘The finishing touch and to future proof it I got the Kliktronic brake system and I’m so grateful for the grant.’

Graham would like to thank everyone at the NABD and everyone who supports the charity.

I’m sure you’ll agree, it certainly is a beautiful bike, and an excellent conversion.

This grant of £650.00 was sponsored by John Thompson and David Williams (Botanicals Fundraiser)

Casarva Trike conversations can be found at https://www.casarva.co.uk or call them on 01733 234 942

For more information on the Kliktronic K-2 lever and gear changer, visit: https://www.kliktronic.co.uk or call 01359 242100