Carve around Town or Craving Adventure - the Dash will assist you along your way

In 1871 the first Ariel was made, in fact the world’s first ever series production vehicle.  An Ordinary or Penny Farthing bicycle.  Light weight, technically advanced and brimming with new ideas. Now, over 150 years later, Ariel celebrate these early beginnings with the Dash e-bike.  Light weight, technically advanced and reflecting the ethos of that first bike.  The result of five years’ development and automotive-level engineering, the Dash is a complete ground up design from the same team responsible for the Atom and Nomad.  With a choice of Urban or Adventure models, each carefully designed for purpose, the Dash will take you into town, on a road ride or partner you on off road exploits.

“A TRUE BRITISH SUCCESS STORY KEEPS ON GETTING BETTER AND BETTER”

Autocar

At the heart of each Dash is a unique titanium and carbon fibre frame.  Light, strong and incredibly beautiful.  Recognisably Ariel and something we’re justifiably proud of.  Using aerospace grade 3D printed titanium nodes, welded by hand to Reynolds titanium tube and bonded to F1 level carbon fibre, the Ariel Dash combines cutting edge technology with their famed handcrafting skills.  The best of both worlds.  With cables, hydraulics and wiring all hidden in the frame, forks and handlebars the Ariel ethos of Less is More is captured invisibly in the Dash.  From the torque settings in the nodes to the titanium fixings throughout the Dash, Ariel’s obsessive attention to detail can be seen in every part of the design.

Vehicle Options

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  • Power
    • Urban 208Wh Battery Range Extender

      Increases the range of the Bicycle - or to decrease your effort on the way to work. Crank it up into High Power and let the bike do the work, without range anxiety!

    • Adventure 171Wh Battery Range Extender

      Increases the range of the Bicycle - or to decrease your effort on the way to work. Crank it up into High Power and let the bike do the work, without range anxiety!

  • Wheels
    • Aera AR46 Carbon Wheels

      Deep profile carbon wheels reduce drag and increase stiffness for a more responsive ride.

  • Brakes
    • Hope RX4 Monobloc 4 Piston

      An extra 2 pistons over the standard caliper - the Hope RX4 will deal with longer, faster downhill sections, with increased heat tolerance.

    • Hope 160mm Stainless + Aluminium Floating Rotors

      A further upgrade to heat dissipation - the Stainless floating rotor over an Aluminium spider increases longevity and allows the stainless steel outer to expand separately from the centre and handle high temperatures without warping.

  • Control Surfaces
    • FSA K-Wing AGX Carbon Handlebars (Adventure Only)

      Carbon Fibre further reduces the weight of the bike overall, with sculpted contact points for the "hoods" and "drops" riding positions for better ergonomics. Flared drops for better control and clearance when descending.

    • Zipp Vuka Bull carbon handlebars (Urban Only)

      The perfect starting point for specialists building a high-tech cockpit. It’s packed with innovations for fit, function, speed and Aerodynamic efficiency.

    • Brooks C13 Lightweight Carbon Rails, Vulcanised Rubber and Cotton

      Naturally flexible rubber combined with Carbon Fibre rails providing performance, comfort and control.

    • 1UP Pedal - Aluminium

      A large platform with replaceable pins and convex shape make a natural and secure fit under the arch of your foot. Ultra-thin for better ground clearance.

    • Quadlock for mobile phone

      An "out front" QuadLock mount - for use with compatible devices / cases.

  • Luggage / Bottle Cage
    • Carbon Bottle Cage - Side Entry

      Ultra-Lightweight Bottle Cage with side entry for easier access while on the move.

    • Tailfin Carbon Luggage Rack

      Lightweight and robust - fully loaded for travel without compromise.

    • Tailfin 18L Waterproof Top Bag

      Weatherproof Storage for all your needs. With the Fast Mount System - the bag and mounts can be removed seperately in seconds.

    • Tailfin 22L Pannier Bags

      Weatherproof Storage for all your needs. With the Fast Mount System - the bag and mounts can be removed seperately in seconds.

  • Mudguards
    • Front Aluminium Mudguard

      Lightweight Aluminium Mudguards - keep you clean and dry on your new steed!

    • Rear Aluminium Mudguard

      Lightweight Aluminium Mudguards - keep you clean and dry on your new steed!

  • Lighting
    • Supernova 450 lumen M99 headlight

      Be Safe, Be Seen - integrated lighting has never been so clear.

    • Supernova E3 Tail Light

      Feather Light, and waterproof providing rear and side illumination you can ride safe at night.

“FAMED FOR THEIR OBSESSIVE ATTENTION TO DETAIL THE ARIEL FRAME IS A WORK OF ART

Fast Bikes

Whether on a serious ride, a fun ride, a commute or exploring trails off road, select as much or as little power assistance as you want.  Or just let the bike do it for you.  Four adjustable levels of power, plus an automatic power adjuster on the Adventure, give all the options you need whatever the ride.  Hidden in the rear wheel and frame is the Mahle drive and power system.  Discreet, light and reliable.  The Dash doesn’t shout e-bike, just clean, sophisticated, understated quality.  Bluetooth the Dash to your phone and not only can you have speed, distance, power and range information but maps, navigation, analysis and performance logs.  Then connect to Strava and become part of a worldwide cycling community.  To work or to play the Dash delivers.

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Like every Ariel we produce each Dash is tailor made and individually built by one technician from start to finish.  They will only put their name on it when they’re happy it’s ready. It’s what makes us Ariel and allows you to specify YOUR bike, not just another off a production line.  Different frame geometry and four frame sizes for each Dash, plus options of alternative wheels, brakes, handlebars, saddles plus mudguards, carriers, luggage and more.    Riding to work, cycling with friends, getting fit or exploring off road, we will make your Dash exactly the way you want it, just for you.  

“EACH AND EVERY ARIEL IS UNIQUE TO ITS OWNER AND THAT MAKES IT VERY SPECIAL

Sunday Times

Vehicle Specifications

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Frame
  • Multi material hand welded and bonded titanium and carbon fibre
  • Ti-6AL-4V Grade 5 Additive manufactured printed titanium nodes
  • 6-4Ti Seamless ELI Grade 9 Titanium tube
  • Directional quasi-isotropic carbon fibre
Forks
  • Aera carbon fibre
Drive System
  • Mahle X35+ (Urban)
  • Mahle X20 (Adventure)
Battery
  • In frame 36v rechargeable lithium ion with Integral BMS
  • 250Wh (Urban)
  • Adventure (236Wh)
Motor
  • 100mm rear hub motor with thru-axle interface
Power + Torque
  • 250w
  • 40Nm (Urban)
  • 55Nm (Adventure)
Transmission
  • Gates toothed belt (Urban)
  • Chain Drive (Adventure)
  • 12 speed Shimano GRX
  • FC-RX820 40T chainset - Shimano XT 10-45 cassette
Braking
  • Shimano GRX hydraulic calipers
  • Aztec 160mm stainless discs
Wheels
  • Aera GR23 700C front and rear
  • Front Hope Hub
Tyres
  • 38mm Schwalbe G-One Speed (Urban)
  • 38mm Schwalbe G-One All Round (Adventure)
Controls
  • Zipp Vuka aero (Urban)
  • FSA A-Wing Pro (Adventure)
App
  • ‘My SmartBike’ for Android and Apple phones displaying:
  • Speed, Ride time, Distance, Assistance level, Navigation, Battery percentage & range (Urban and Adventure)
  • Smart Assist, Cadence, bike & rider watts, data analysis and comparison (Adventure)

“Dynamicalled styled, cleverly engineered, beautifully built

Daily Telegraph

“some of the most intrigUing
miles i’ve ever travelled”

EVO