How Center of Gravity Adjustment Changes Active Wheelchair Handling
Center of gravity adjustment can significantly change the handling of an active wheelchair. Moving the rear axle forward generally makes the front end lighter, improves maneuverability and can reduce the effort required for propulsion. Moving the axle rearward generally provides greater rearward stability but can place more weight on the front casters and make the wheelchair harder to push and turn. Neither position is universally better.


