

I’m Joaquin Cortes, an industrial design engineer, two wheels enthusiast and founder of Desiknio.
From lightweight electric bicycles to motorcycle drivetrains, my work connects product vision with the engineering that brings it to life.

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I’m Joaquin Cortes, an industrial design engineer, two wheels enthusiast and founder of Desiknio.
From lightweight electric bicycles to motorcycle drivetrains, my work connects product vision with the engineering that brings it to life.


Creating lightweight electric bicycles where technology becomes part of the design.


The ambition was simple: create an electric bicycle that preserved the character, simplicity and pleasure of riding a bicycle.


Motor, battery and controls designed around the bicycle, not the other way around.
A complete approach to electric assistance, developed around lightness, integration and simplicity.


Precision behind simplicity. Working solutions through mechanical engineering, detailed CAD development and prototyping.
Frame design · Component integration · Mechanical systems · Prototyping


From the overall proportions to the smallest mechanical interface, every detail must be refined until it feels just right.


A 12 kg electric bicycle with a carbon frame shaped by smooth surfaces, seamless transitions and fully integrated forms.


From prototypes to production, every detail matters. Materials, manufacturing processes and assembly bring the original design to life.
International recognition for bicycles combining distinctive design, technical innovation and advanced integration.

2024
Desiknio X20 Pinion Smart.Shift
1st Place · Urban Bike Sport

2025
Desiknio X30 Pinion Lowstep
Winner · Excellent Product Design · Bicycles and E-Bikes

2025
Desiknio X20 Pinion Smart.Shift
All Winner · Urban

2026
Desiknio X20 Pinion Smart.Shift
Winner · Mobility and Transportation
Technology partner · 2021

Pinion
Pinion on the Desiknio approach to urban cycling and drivetrain integration.
Independent review · 2023

Grit!
A field test in the Flemish Ardennes, exploring the Gravel X20’s integrated design, electric assistance and ride characteristics.