DAB Motors Launches the ‘Technical Machines’ Edition
- Buck City Biker
- 1 day ago
- 2 min read
If DAB Motors’ “Back to the Future” model had you hooked, wait till you meet its sharper, rarer sibling. Enter the Technical Machines Edition of the DAB 1⍺ — a stunning, ultra-limited collector's version revealed in Monaco during the Formula 1 Grand Prix. Only nine units will ever exist. Yes, just nine.
Built on the award-winning DAB 1⍺ platform — which won a Red Dot Design Award in 2021 — this edition partners with TheArsenale to fuse DAB’s minimalist French engineering with high-end, architectural aesthetics.
Specs at a glance:
Range: ~150 km (93 miles)
Weight: 125 kg
Torque: 395 Nm at the wheel
Peak Power: 31 hp
Battery: 7.1 kWh (nominal 6.2 kWh), repairable/recyclable
Charging: Under 3 hours via Type 2 or domestic plug
Suspension & Brakes: Paioli adjustable forks, rear mono-shock, Brembo brakes with ABS
Wheels: 17" Faba aluminium, Pirelli tires
Drive Modes: Eco, Sport, and a throttle-enhancing “Nitro” mode for extra punch
Built on the DAB 1⍺ platform, what sets the Technical Machines Edition apart is the craftsmanship. The bodywork is clad in upcycled, aerospace-grade carbon fiber — the same quality used in Airbus aircraft — and trimmed with Alcantara. Plus, a custom Pacific Blue gloss, accented with black stripes and precise CNC detailing, all tied together on a satin black frame.
DAB founder Simon Dabadie calls it a “fusion of art and engineering.” The bike has been obsessively refined for visual impact, right down to a numbered badge identifying each of the nine builds.
What’s it like to ride?
It rides just like the standard DAB 1⍺ — nimble, lightweight, and instant with torque. That 395 Nm kicks in immediately, especially when you thumb the “Nitro” mode for extra throttle response. It's not a turbo button, but it adds a layer of fun to urban blasts and winding backroads alike. The Paioli suspension and Brembo brakes offer precision control without veering into track-focused stiffness. This is a daily rider with collector DNA.
Who’s it for?
This isn’t for the casual commuter. It’s for the rider who sees their machine as an extension of personal style — someone who values exclusivity, craftsmanship, and a forward-thinking design language. If you're into collectible bikes with personality and pedigree, this is the rare piece you hang onto for life.
With the Technical Machines Edition, DAB hasn’t reinvented the 1⍺ — they’ve refined it into an object of desire. Sleek, sustainable, and limited, it’s a beautiful reminder that sometimes, less really is more — especially when only nine exist.
Ride safe, folks.
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