DAB Motors and David Koma collaborate for a special collection of electric motorcycles
Celebrating David Koma’s new Spring-Summer 2025 collection, the collaboration features three unique colourways that will be available to purchase in a limited-edition run of only six bikes
27TH SEPTEMBER 2024, LONDON, UK - French electric motorcycle brand DAB Motors collaborates with London-based fashion designer David Koma to reveal a new series of three electric motorcycle designs inspired by the brand’s Spring-Summer 2025 collection.
Taking design and material inspiration from David Koma’s accessories and iconic padded biker jackets, the DAB 1α model - the inaugural production bike from DAB Motors - has been reinvented in three new high-impact hues: vivid blue, sleek matt black and a standout chrome finish, all complete with a custom-made David Koma saddle.
Marking the pair’s first collaboration, the idea for fashion-meets-biking began when David Koma and DAB Founder Simon Dabadie met in Paris during Fashion Week earlier this year. The new collection seeks to explore how the materiality and hardware of David Koma’s accessories can be translated and re-interpreted into the sleek and minimal bodywork of a DAB 1α motorcycle.
Using motorcycle aesthetics and biking culture as a source of inspiration for a number of years, David Koma has unveiled the new motorcycles as part of a special lookbook photographed by Zoe Natale Mannella, starring model Steinberg.
A fusion of luxury and technology, DAB Motors aims to not only be informed by the latest in EV tech but also draw inspiration from the worlds of contemporary design, fashion and culture, using collaborations such as this as a catalyst for pushing the limits of the brand’s production.
Engineered and crafted in France, the DAB 1α x David Koma weighs just 125kg and reaches a top speed of 130km/h. Lightweight and agile, the model also features a fully repairable, dismountable and recyclable battery that can be charged anywhere using a simple home socket or Type 2 charging point.
Registrations are now open for the six limited-edition bikes via the DAB Motors website. Made to order, the DAB 1α x David Koma will be crafted and ready for customers by February 2025, coinciding with the release of the David Koma Spring-Summer 2025 collection.
Registration: dabmotors.com
Price: €19,900
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About DAB Motors
At DAB Motors, the team defies the norms of motorcycling, infusing subjectivity, emotion, art and beauty into every creation. They challenge conventions by crafting art pieces that transcend size and power, designed for strong individuals who dare to stand out. Born from a desire to escape conventional life, DAB motors injects passion and singularity into every aspect of the brand, rejecting norms and offering an experience defined by innovations and luxury. Unlike others, they prioritize wild and uncompromising designs, curating a community of like-minded individuals who appreciate the beauty of singularity. At DAB Motors, they don’t just sell motorcycles; they provide works of art that resonate with those seeking singularity.
About David Koma
Established in London in 2009, David Koma has become synonymous with the ultra body-contouring silhouette, creating sculptural statement garments inspired by the feminine form. The brand is praised for its couture-level craftsmanship, from intricate hand embroidery to contemporary cut silhouette. David Koma's signature style, built on sensual, sculpted pieces, aims to empower and instil confidence. The house has become a go-to for internationally acclaimed celebrities including Beyonce, Dua Lipa, Kendall Jenner, Rosalia, and Serena Williams. Alongside the full ready-to-wear offering David Koma has expanded to include handbags, footwear, and, as of June 2024, its debut menswear collection.