Dune Awakening: How To Get a Sandbike

Exploring the vast deserts of Arrakis in Dune: Awakening can be treacherous on foot. Fortunately, the Sandbike offers a fast and efficient way to traverse the dunes while avoiding sandstorms and hostile threats.

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about obtaining your first Sandbike, including unlocking the schematic, gathering materials, crafting, fueling, and maintaining your vehicle for long-term survival.

Unlocking the Sandbike Schematic

Before you can ride across Arrakis in style, you’ll need to unlock the Sandbike Mk1 Assembly in the research menu under the Vehicles tab.

• If you’re following the Guided Mode, you’ll naturally progress toward this by completing the quest “Across the Gap.”

• This mission leads you to Imperial Testing Station 2, where you’ll scavenge for essential bike parts before assembling your ride.

Gathering Sandbike Components

Your Sandbike is made up of several key crafted parts, each requiring specific materials. Here’s what you’ll need:

Essential Parts & Materials

• Power Unit (PSU Mk1) – Requires Copper Ingots & Particle Capacitors

• Engine Mk1 – Needs Copper Ingots & Particle Capacitors

• Treads (x3) – Crafted with Copper & Advanced Servoks

• Chassis & Hull – Also require Copper & Advanced Servoks

Where to Find Materials

• Copper Ore is abundant—mine it from bluish rocks using your Cutteray, then refine it in a Small Ore Refinery.

• Particle Capacitors & Advanced Servoks can often be looted from chests inside Imperial Testing Station 2, saving you crafting time.

Tools & Fuel Required

Before assembling your Sandbike, ensure you have:

• A Welding Torch – Necessary for putting the bike together.

• Fuel Cells (Small or Medium) – Powers your bike but degrades over time.

  • Craft them at a Small Chemical Refinery or loot them from outposts and scavenger camps.

Assembling Your Sandbike

Once you’ve gathered all the parts:

Now, you’re ready to cruise the dunes!

Protecting Your Sandbike from Damage & Theft

Leaving your bike unattended in the open is risky—sandstorms, scavengers, and other players can damage or steal it. Here’s how to keep it safe:

1. Build a Garage at Your Base

• A secured garage prevents theft and keeps your bike’s inventory safe.

• Ensure your base has powered locks for added security.

2. Use a Vehicle Backup Tool

• Ideal for explorers who need to log off away from base.

• This tool lets you store your Sandbike in your inventory (after emptying its storage).

Repairing Your Sandbike

Desert conditions and enemy attacks will wear down your bike over time. Here’s how to fix it:

Basic Repairs with a Welding Torch

• Switch to repair mode and use Welding Wire to patch up damage.

• Note: Some damage (red portion) remains until fully repaired at a Repair Station.

Advanced Repairs at a Repair Station

• If your Sandbike is severely damaged, detach broken parts with your torch.

• Rebuild or repair them at a Repair Station (requires research and construction).

Final Tips for Sandbike Survival

✔ Always carry spare Fuel Cells—running out of power in the desert is deadly.
✔ Park in a garage or store your bike when not in use to avoid theft.
✔ Keep Welding Wire handy for quick fixes during exploration.

Conclusion

With your Sandbike ready, you can now speed across Arrakis, outrunning sandstorms and enemies with ease. Follow this guide to craft, fuel, and maintain your vehicle for the ultimate survival advantage in Dune: Awakening.

Ready to conquer the dunes? Start gathering materials and build your Sandbike today!

Platform(s): PlayStation 5 PS5, Windows PC, Xbox Series X/SGenre(s): SurvivalDeveloper(s): FuncomPublisher(s):FuncomEngine: Unreal Engine 5Mode: Multiplayer