This post explains the easiest real-world ways to transport an ONYX RCR or CTY2 without a truck or trailer.

It covers:

  • Ride-hail options that fit an ONYX
  • Taxi services that work reliably
  • Public transit in NYC and Los Angeles
  • Practical tips to avoid damage and delays

A ramp and sufficient interior space can help with loading, but actual fit, carrier acceptance, and restraints must be checked for the vehicle.

Carrier Permission and Vehicle Classification

Physical fit and elevator access do not establish permission to carry an ONYX. Confirm the exact model, size, weight, battery, and carrier policy before booking or entering a station. The transport examples below describe possible logistics; they are not a guarantee of carrier acceptance.

WAV rides are accessibility services. Confirm that the service accepts the proposed trip and vehicle, and obtain the driver’s agreement before loading. A wheelchair-accessible vehicle does not automatically accept a motorcycle-style bike or provide suitable restraints for it.

For NYC, consult the MTA personal electric vehicle policy, which defines the devices it permits and restricts operation and charging on its property. For Los Angeles, Metro’s bike rules limit electric bikes to regular-bike size and exclude mopeds. Do not infer that an ONYX is permitted simply because the station is accessible.

Quick Overview (Simple)

Potential options, subject to carrier permission and actual fit, include:

  • Uber or Lyft WAV (wheelchair accessible vehicles)
  • Wheelchair-accessible taxis in large cities
  • Subway or metro systems with elevator access

Where the carrier permits the specific ONYX and the vehicle has suitable space and restraints, transport may be possible without disassembly.

Uber and Lyft - WAV Vehicles (Best Option)

Uber and Lyft both offer WAV (Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle) rides.

  • Select WAV in the app
  • Confirm the trip and ONYX carriage with the service and driver before loading
  • Ramp-equipped vans
  • Verify the actual ONYX dimensions, weight, loading angle, and restraints

Process:

  • Book WAV
  • Roll the ONYX in
  • Secure it
  • Ride

ONYX transport

Why this works:

  • Designed for wheelchairs
  • Low loading angle
  • Interior tie-down points
  • Available in most major cities

Yellow Cab - Accessible Vehicles

In cities like New York City and Los Angeles, you can request wheelchair-accessible taxis.

  • Same interior space as WAV vans
  • No disassembly required
  • Good backup when rideshare is slow

Availability varies by city, but NYC has strong coverage.

NYC Subway - Elevator Access

Use the official accessibility map:

Tips:

  • Use stations with elevators
  • Travel during off-peak hours
  • Stand near train ends for more space
  • Avoid rush hour

Use these station-access tips only if the carrier permits your specific vehicle; accessibility is not an exception to its vehicle policy.

Los Angeles Metro Rail

Accessible boarding features can make station movement easier, but they do not change Metro’s vehicle restrictions.

  • Elevators at stations
  • Level boarding
  • Wide train interiors

For vehicles accepted under the carrier’s policy, possible uses include:

  • Riding to meetups
  • Conserving battery
  • Crossing long distances without traffic

Practical Tips (Advanced)

To avoid damage and awkward moments:

  • Power the bike off before loading
  • Use a strap if the driver allows
  • Keep the front brake engaged when parked
  • Face the bike sideways, not forward
  • Protect rotors from contact

Battery safety:

  • Avoid leaving the bike in hot vans
  • Don’t charge during transport
  • Lock the bike even inside vehicles when possible