How to Craft Your First Sandbike in Dune Awakening
Traversing the vast deserts of Arrakis is no easy feat—but crafting your very own Sandbike which makes exploration much easier. Whether you’re dodging sandstorms, chasing spice blooms, or navigating dangerous territory, the Sandbike offers your first real taste of freedom and mobility.
This guide covers everything you need to build your first Sandbike—from gathering resources to crafting and final assembly.
Before We Get Started
TTo begin your Sandbike journey, you must meet one of these prerequisites:
- Complete the first Trial mission, which unlocks the Sandbike crafting quest.
- OR, if you selected Unlocked Researched Menu (Advanced) at the start, you can access the schematic immediately.
Unlock Cost: The Sandbike Mk1 Assembly schematic requires 8 Intel Points in the research tree.
Resources You’ll Need
Before building, gather the following key materials:
How to Get Copper Ingots
- Mine Copper Ore in the Haga Basin South region using an Improvised Cutteray.
- Build a Small Ore Refinery at your base.
- Insert the Copper Ore and fuel it with wood or biomass.
- Wait for the process to refine your Copper Ingots.
Where to Find Particle Capacitors & Advanced Servoks
Head to Imperial Testing Station #2, located East of the Griffin’s Reach Trade Post. Loot all the containers inside—one run should provide enough components for your Sandbike, and you can always return for more.
Tip: Use Survey Probes to uncover and navigate this area easily.
Assembling the Sandbike
Step 1: Research the Schematic
Unlock the Sandbike Mk1 Assembly with 8 Intel Points in your research tree.
Step 2: Craft All Required Components
Head to the General Fabricator and craft all Components below.
Required Components:
Welding Torch Mk1
Required for assembly
- Salvaged Metal x5
- Copper Ingots x3
Sandbike Chassis Mk1
Vehicle frame
- Copper Ingots x12
- Advanced Servoks x5
Sandbike Engine Mk1
Provides acceleration
- Copper Ingots x5
- Particle Capacitors x3
Sandbike PSU Mk1
Power supply unit
- Copper Ingots x5
- Particle Capacitors x3
Sandbike Tread Mk1 (x3)
Provides traction
- Copper Ingots x3 each
- Advanced Servoks x1 each
Sandbike Hull Mk1
Protective frame
- Copper Ingots x12
- Advanced Servoks x5
Total Material Cost
To build the full Sandbike and Welding Torch, you will need:
Step 3: Assemble the Sandbike
- Equip your Welding Torch Mk1.
- Head outside and look at the ground.
- Place the Sandbike Chassis Mk1, then attach the remaining components like puzzle pieces.
Once assembled, you’re just one step away from taking off.
Step 4: Refuel and Ride
- Craft a Small Vehicle Fuel Cell using the Small Chemical Refinery (yields x20).
- Interact with your Sandbike and refuel.
- You’re now ready to cruise across the sands of Arrakis!
Optional Upgrades & Strong Recommendations
Sandbike Inventory Module (Recommended)
Adds storage to your bike—great for gathering resources and long runs.
- Copper Ingots x12
- Advanced Servoks x7
Sandbike Backseat Mk1
Allows you to carry a second player.
- Copper Ingots x12
- Advanced Servoks x7
These modules can be swapped in or out with the Welding Tool depending on your needs.
Vehicle Backup Tool (Highly Recommended)
Lets you store your Sandbike safely when not in use.
Don’t risk losing your ride—craft this early on!
