Description
The Motion Composites Helio C2 is a folding ultralight wheelchair built to order in T700 carbon fiber, with a carbon cross-brace.
What does it do, and how does it work?
- T700 carbon unibody frame with a symmetrical carbon cross-brace and a carbon seat rail with an integrated seat slider.
- Front frame angle 60, 70, 80 or 90 degrees; camber 0, 3 or 6 degrees; centre of gravity 1 to 4 in (2.5 to 10 cm).
- Back angle sets from 85 to 110 degrees, and the armrests adjust from 6 to 14 in (15 to 36 cm).
- Anti-flutter casters with a screw-twist adjustment.
- 22 lb (9.98 kg) in its lightest functional setup, a 16 by 16 in chair with wheels, locks, footrests, back and cushion.
- Transport weight 11.7 lb (5.31 kg) without wheels, armrests, side guards, cushion, anti-tippers and footrests.
Who is it for, and who should choose something else?
- An adult who self-propels daily and wants a carbon folding chair: up to 265 lb (120 kg), or 350 lb (159 kg) with the heavy-duty kit.
- Needs tilt: tilt-in-space wheelchairs. Over 350 lb (159 kg): bariatric wheelchairs.
- Prefers an aluminum folding frame at a lower price: the Helio A7 or Helio A6.
Will it fit?
- Seat 14 to 22 in (35.6 to 55.9 cm) wide and 14 to 20 in (35.6 to 50.8 cm) deep.
- Front seat height 13 to 21.5 in (33 to 54.6 cm); rear 12.5 to 20.25 in (31.8 to 51.4 cm).
- Back height 9 to 21 in (22.9 to 53.3 cm); overall width 20.75 to 33.5 in (52.7 to 85.1 cm).
- Measure hip width, hip to knee and knee to heel in shoes, or book a free home assessment.
Using it day to day
- The frame folds through its carbon cross-brace, and the quick-release rear wheels come off for transport.
- The integrated seat slider sets the seat depth; frame angle, camber and centre of gravity are set when the chair is built.
- A technician sets the back angle and armrest height; the caster screw-twist takes out flutter.
What does it work with, and what are its limits?
- The 265 lb (120 kg) capacity rises to 350 lb (159 kg) only with the heavy-duty kit, and exceeding it voids the warranty.
- Anti-tippers are an option, not fitted as standard.
- The 22 lb figure counts a cushion, but no cushion is supplied; add one in the seat size.
- The heavy-duty kit's seat-width range should be confirmed when you order.
Which version should I choose?
- Standard or heavy-duty kit; front angle, camber and centre of gravity are chosen on the order form.
- 19 frame colours; Khaki Green and Desert Sand are matte, and the cross-brace stays gloss carbon.
How does it compare?
- The Helio A7 is an aluminum folding chair and takes 265 lb (120 kg), or 350 lb with its heavy-duty kit.
- The Helio A6 is the other aluminum folding model in the Helio range.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 22 lb weight include a cushion?
Yes, the lightest functional figure counts a cushion, but no cushion is supplied with the chair.
Can the front seat height go to 12 in?
The orderable range starts at 13 in (33 cm); ask us about a lower setting before ordering.
Can I add anti-tippers?
Yes; they are an option on the order form rather than standard equipment.
Funding
Funding may help: see who may help pay.
For the first user, Motion Composites covers the carbon frame, cross-brace, back canes, side guards and footplates for life; other parts 1 year, and wear items 30 days.
Specifications
- Weight capacity
- 265 lb (120 kg). Heavy-duty kit: 350 lb (159 kg)
- Product weight
- 22 lb (9.98 kg) on a 16 by 16 in chair with rear wheels, wheel locks, footrests, back upholstery, and a cushion
- Transport weight
- 11.7 lb (5.31 kg) on a 16 by 16 in chair without rear wheels, armrests or side guards, cushion, anti-tippers, and footrests
- Seat width
- 14 to 22 in (35.6 to 55.9 cm)
- Seat depth
- 14 to 20 in (35.6 to 50.8 cm)
- Back height
- 9 to 21 in (22.9 to 53.3 cm)
- Back angle
- 85 to 110 degrees
- Armrests
- Height 6 to 14 in (15.2 to 35.6 cm)
- Legrests
- Front frame angle 60, 70, 80, or 90 degrees
- Seat height
- Front 13 to 21.5 in (33 to 54.6 cm). Rear 12.5 to 20.25 in (31.8 to 51.4 cm)
- Overall width
- 20.75 in minimum to 33.5 in maximum (52.7 to 85.1 cm)
- Brakes
- Wheel locks are in the 22 lb setup. The lock style is chosen on the order form.
- Folding
- Carbon unibody with a symmetrical carbon cross-brace
- Frame material
- T700 carbon fiber
- Available colours
- 19 frame colours. Khaki Green and Desert Sand are matte. The cross-brace is gloss carbon.
- Warranty
- Lifetime for the first user on the carbon frame, cross-brace, back canes, side guards, and footplates. Other parts: 1 year.
- Product type
- Folding carbon ultralight wheelchair
Figures from the manufacturer. Options and seat sizes can change them; we confirm yours before ordering.
Documents
Delivery and service
Delivery and setup
We deliver and set up equipment across Toronto and the GTA, and show you how everything works. Custom and special-order products can take longer; we confirm timing with you before delivery.
Service and repairs
Our technicians service what we sell, at home or in our shop.
Try before you buy
Visit a showroom in Etobicoke or Brampton to try products first, or book a free home assessment.
Warranty
Warranty details
Motion Composites warrants the HELIO C2 folding wheelchair against defects in materials and workmanship, for the first user only. Warranty service goes through an authorized Motion Composites dealer in Canada.
- Carbon fibre frame, cross-brace, back canes, side guards and footplates: limited lifetime.
- Other Motion Composites parts: 1 year.
- Tires and tubes, cushions, seat sling and upholstery, back upholstery, armrests and push-handle grips: 30 days.
- Not transferable. Excludes normal wear, negligence, accident, misuse, commercial or institutional use, exceeding the weight capacity, unauthorized repairs or modifications, and a removed serial tag.
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Questions about this product?
Talk to our team, try it in a showroom, or book a free home assessment. We help with sizing and funding.
