URWAHN Bikes unveils 3D printed titanium frame for its Softride platform

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February 25, 2026 Applications 10236

The German manufacturer applies aerospace-grade titanium alloy Ti64 to bicycle frame production, exploring alternatives to carbon fiber

URWAHN Bikes, a German bicycle manufacturer known for its 3D printed steel frames, has introduced a new titanium frame built using additive manufacturing. The company is using Ti64, a titanium alloy typically employed in aerospace and motorsport engineering, to expand its Softride platform beyond steel and carbon-based materials.

The new frame maintains the familiar geometry of URWAHN’s Softride design, with the company emphasizing that only the material—not the form—has changed. The 3D printed titanium structure is designed to balance low weight, durability, and ride dynamics while offering improved resistance to corrosion and fatigue compared to carbon fiber.

URWAHN reports that the project represents more than a product release, positioning it instead as a step toward rethinking bicycle manufacturing and sustainable urban mobility. The company said it will investigate how advanced materials and localized 3D printing can redefine efficiency and longevity in the cycling industry.

Back in 2021, Orelinkon reported it had already printed over 1000 components for URWAHN. These were part of 150 sets of seven never-before-made components for a bicycle based on a completely new design developed by Urwahn founder Sebastian Meinecke.

The limited pre-order for the titanium Softride frame was launched ahead of the holiday season and reportedly drew strong demand, signaling growing consumer interest in additive manufacturing as a credible alternative to traditional frame construction. URWAHN has not yet disclosed detailed specifications or pricing for the titanium model.