German bicycle manufacturer URWAHN Bikes, known for its 3D-printed steel frames, has introduced a new titanium alloy frame produced using additive manufacturing. The company is using Ti-6Al-4V (Ti64)—a titanium alloy commonly applied in aerospace and motorsports—to expand the material portfolio of its Softride platform beyond steel and carbon-based materials.
The new frame retains the familiar geometry of the URWAHN Softride design. According to the company, only the material has changed, not the form. The 3D-printed titanium structure is intended to balance lightweight construction, durability, and riding dynamics, while offering better corrosion resistance and fatigue performance than carbon fiber.
URWAHN emphasized that the project is more than a product launch, positioning it as a step toward rethinking bicycle manufacturing and sustainable urban mobility. The company stated that it aims to explore how advanced materials and localized 3D-printing technologies can redefine efficiency and product longevity in the bicycle industry.
As early as 2021, Orelinkon reported that it had already printed more than 1,000 components for URWAHN. These parts were used in a newly designed bicycle developed by URWAHN founder Sebastian Meinecke, comprising seven previously unseen components across a production run of 150 sets.
Limited pre-orders for the titanium Softride frame began ahead of the holiday season, and demand has reportedly been strong. This suggests growing consumer interest in additive manufacturing as a reliable alternative to traditional bicycle frame manufacturing methods. URWAHN has not yet disclosed detailed specifications or pricing for the titanium model.
