X9 Nighthawk

Overview

The X-9 Nighthawk was developed as an experimental frame exploring the use of honeycomb sandwich structures commonly used in aerospace applications.

The design was built around aramid honeycomb cores combined with carbon fiber skins, forming lightweight sandwich panels. These panels were water-jet cut, assembled into a frame structure and laminated to create a rigid and visually distinctive construction.

The geometry and overall form were influenced by the structural logic of the material, resulting in a faceted design language that later became a defining element of subsequent projects.

The strong visual and conceptual identity of the X-9 led directly to the development of the later B-9 NH Urban Stealth bicycle.