Stark Future unveils Varg MX and EX Factory Edition bikes

Stark Future – a European electric motorcycle manufacturer that Eicher motors (Royal Enfield‘s parent company) holds a 10.35 percent equity stake in – has unveiled Factory Editions of its Varg MX and Varg EX electric off-road motorcycles. Limited to a total of 500 units worldwide, the special editions receive a host of chassis and component upgrades, headlined by a full KYB Factory A-Kit suspension setup, while the 80hp electric powertrain remains unchanged.

1. Limited to 200 Varg MX and 300 Varg EX Factory Edition bikes worldwide
2. Both motorcycles feature a KYB Factory A-Kit suspension setup
3. 7.2kWh battery paired with an electric motor producing 80hp peak output remains unchanged

Stark Varg MX, EX Factory Edition: What’s new?

KYB Factory A-Kit suspension headlines the updates

The biggest change on both motorcycles is the addition of a KYB Factory A-Kit suspension package. It comprises a 48mm closed-cartridge fork, a fully adjustable rear shock and an Xtrig preload adjuster, with the updates aimed at delivering improved feel and consistency over varied terrain.

The Factory Editions also receive a number of hardware upgrades, including CNC-machined triple clamps, titanium foot pegs and a titanium bolt kit that contribute to a claimed weight savings of 1.1kg, as well as a high-grip seat and an updated radiator fan holder. Stark has also added Dynamic Traction Control, integrated into the riding modes, while buyers in markets where regulations permit can opt for a hand-operated rear brake. Power continues to come from the brand’s 80hp electric motor paired with its 7.2kWh battery platform.

However, the torque number differs between the MX and EX models. The former puts out 978Nm on the rear wheel, whereas the latter produces 1,036Nm of torque on the rear wheel. Notably, torque figures on EVs are not always directly comparable to ICE models, as Stark Future quotes torque at the wheel, resulting in a significantly higher number on paper due to gear reduction.

The Varg MX Factory Edition is finished in an exclusive Stark Red colour scheme and rides on Dunlop MX34 tyres. The road-legal Varg EX Factory Edition, meanwhile, gets a Forest Grey finish, enduro-specific suspension settings, Dunlop Geomax EN91 tyres, handguards and front and rear disc protection. Stark Future will build just 200 units of the Varg MX Factory Edition and 300 units of the Varg EX Factory Edition, making them the most exclusive versions of the Varg range to date.

The Varg MX Factory Edition is priced at USD 15,990 (approximately Rs 15.43 lakh), while the Varg EX Factory Edition costs USD 16,990 (approximately Rs 16.40 lakh), according to current exchange rates. The reason Stark Future is relevant to India is down to Eicher Motor’s – Royal Enfield’s parent company – 10.35 percent stake that the brand had acquired for a sum of €50 million, back in 2022.