Start with the kind of riding you want to do. Stark Future is the manufacturer; VARG is its motorcycle family. MX 1.2 is the motocross model, EX is the road-homologated enduro and SM is the supermoto. Choosing the right platform matters before choosing 60HP or 80HP.
This MotoEbikes advice hub brings together model comparisons, UK buying checks and ownership guidance. Prices and specifications below were checked on 13 October 2026. Technical figures are manufacturer specifications; riding impressions and independently measured range are only presented as such when a documented test exists.
Find the right starting point
| Your question | Start here |
|---|---|
| Which VARG suits my riding? | EX vs MX 1.2 vs SM comparison |
| What should I know before buying an EX? | VARG EX UK buyer’s guide |
| Is Alpha worth the extra money? | EX 60HP vs 80HP Alpha |
| Can I ride an EX on the road or on CBT? | VARG EX road legality and licence checks |
| Should I buy an EX or an Ultra Bee? | EX vs Sur-Ron Ultra Bee HP |
| What does the limited edition add? | VARG SM SKÖLL guide |
| How will charging work at home? | Charging equipment and setup |
| How long will a charge take? | Charging times and worked examples |
| What should I know before buying an SM? | VARG SM UK buyer’s guide |
| What does the MX 1.2 need for a track day? | MX 1.2 buying and track-day guide |
| How far will a VARG go? | Range evidence and route planning |
| What charger and UK supply do I need? | Stark charging, time and cost |
| How do I get the right cover? | Stark insurance quote checklist |
| Does my VARG get traction control, and how do I set it? | Dynamic Traction Control guide |
The VARG family in one minute
MX 1.2: start here for motocross
The MX 1.2 is the track-focused choice, with 60HP and 80HP versions. Confirm venue rules, riding suitability, transport and charging between sessions. Do not treat a motocross bike as road legal because another member of the same family is homologated.
EX: start here for enduro
The EX combines the VARG platform with enduro equipment and road homologation. It is the relevant starting point if your riding needs an enduro motorcycle and legal road connections. Road approval still requires the correct registration, compliant configuration, insurance and rider entitlement.
SM: start here for supermoto
The SM is configured around road-focused supermoto use, including 17-inch wheels and a larger front brake than the EX. Judge it against your actual route, charging arrangements and fit. A headline range figure does not guarantee a particular commute.
SKÖLL and special editions
SKÖLL is a numbered 500-bike SM edition with Alpha output, titanium equipment and a black finish. Read the edition guide before comparing its price with a standard SM. For any other special edition, check the exact order specification instead of assuming every VARG with the same power label has identical equipment.
UK prices: a checked starting point
| Model | 60HP | 80HP Alpha |
|---|---|---|
| MX 1.2 | From £10,490 | From £11,490 |
| EX | £10,900 | £11,900 |
| SM | £10,900 | £11,900 |
| SM SKÖLL | Not offered as 60HP | £12,990 |
MX prices vary by listed colour variant. A published price is not a promise of immediate availability. The linked product page is the place to check the current offer, and the final quotation should establish delivery, setup and registration arrangements.
Five checks before buying a Stark
- Use: choose the discipline and confirm where you can legally ride.
- Fit: try the controls, footing and low-speed manoeuvring; discuss rider weight with kit and suspension setup.
- Road documents: for road use, match the exact approved bike to your licence and obtain an insurance quote.
- Charging: confirm the UK charger connection, electrical supply and charging settings before assuming a headline recharge time.
- Ownership: budget for tyres, brakes, chain care, suspension, protective equipment, transport and any optional subscriptions.
New to electric motorcycles? Read our beginner’s guide. For the difference between a motor vehicle and a pedal-assisted bicycle, use the licence guide.
How to read range and power claims
Peak horsepower, continuous rated power and battery capacity answer different questions. Peak output describes available performance; the approved classification helps establish licence requirements; kWh describes stored energy. None supplies a complete answer on its own.
Similarly, an enduro riding-time claim and a road-distance test are not directly comparable. Look for the route, pace, rider, conditions and starting/finishing charge. Our Stark range guide helps you assess the conditions behind a figure.
Official support and local help
For model-specific procedures, use Stark support and official manuals and technical tutorials. Use the version that applies to your bike; generic advice should not replace a torque specification or service procedure.
MotoEbikes is based in Guildford, Surrey. Contact us with your model shortlist, riding plans and charging arrangements, or check current demonstration availability before travelling. Browse Stark motorcycles for sale when you are ready to compare current listings.
Sources and editorial approach
Model information comes from Stark’s MX 1.2, EX, SM and SKÖLL pages. Prices come from the linked MotoEbikes listings. Legal guides link to official guidance and identify their geographical scope. Manufacturer media and specifications are identified as such; a specification comparison is not a claim of first-hand testing.
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