Replace the V8 with your two legs on the Aston Martin .1R road bike

Aston Martin has launched a new addition to its lineup with the .1R road bike, ditching the traditional V8 engine for pedal power. This city-slicker bicycle is the fruit of a collaboration with British cycling specialist J.Laverack and boasts a wealth of sophisticated design touches and carbon fiber components.

The bike features a striking seamless frame that offers a streamlined look, eliminating the visual clutter of external cables. This design philosophy mirrors that of Aston Martin's DB12, allowing for a high degree of personalization. Cyclists can choose from the same palette of paint finishes available for Aston Martin's automotive models. For those with a penchant for aesthetics that hint at speed, there's the option to leave the carbon fiber parts exposed. Further customization includes choosing bronze or black for the brake calipers and rotor centers.

Aston Martin anticipates that some enthusiasts will seize the chance to match their two-wheeled ride with their four-wheeled one, incorporating automotive-inspired touches like the pierced stem that nods to the side strakes of the latest DB12.

In their dedication to precision and performance, Aston Martin has invested heavily in the development of the .1R's components. The bespoke four-piston calipers are a testament to this, demanding the creation of new testing apparatuses during their fine-tuning process. The crank length can be customized to minute detail, courtesy of 3D-printed titanium tips on the carbon crank arms.

While Aston Martin's DBX 707 and DB12 models are powered by a forceful twin-turbo V8, the .1R is propelled by the rider's own strength, equipped with a choice of three top-tier 12-speed groupsets familiar to professional UCI World Tour cyclists: Shimano Dura-Ace Di2, Campagnolo Super Record Wireless, or SRAM RED eTap AXS.

Although pricing for the .1R has yet to be disclosed, the exclusivity implied by its numbered hubs, cranks, and frame suggests it will command a premium. Each bike will be accompanied by a bespoke case, fashioned from aluminum or carbon fiber at the buyer's discretion, which doubles as a display stand. To complete the package, a matching track pump with handles wrapped in Alcantara or leather underscores the luxury that comes with the Aston Martin badge.

Source: Aston Martin