Your Guide to Stark Varg Supermoto Conversion

Your Guide to Stark Varg Supermoto Conversion

Posted by The Custom Moto Crew on May 28th 2025

Electric motorcycles are finally having their moment—and few bikes are commanding as much attention as the Stark Varg. Billed as the most advanced electric dirt bike ever made, the Varg is lightweight, torque-heavy, and more customizable than anything else in its class.

But as more riders look to take their electric motorcycle from dirt to pavement, supermoto conversions are quickly becoming the go-to upgrade.

Why? Because turning a Stark Varg into a street-shredding, track-capable supermoto unlocks the kind of agility, confidence, and pure riding fun that’s hard to match. You keep the Varg’s electric edge—instant torque, whisper-quiet operation, minimal maintenance—and gain a whole new kind of control, performance, and versatility.

If you're thinking about making the jump, this is your deep-dive guide to converting your Stark Varg into a true supermoto.

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Understanding the Stark Varg Platform

Before we talk mods, let’s talk foundation. The Stark Varg isn’t just another e-MX bike—it’s a high-spec, purpose-built machine designed to go toe-to-toe with 450cc class gas bikes.

Quick Specs (Base Model)

  • Motor Output: 80 hp (can be limited via app)
  • Torque: 938 Nm at the rear wheel
  • Battery: 6 kWh (Up to 6 hours ride time)
  • Weight: Approx. 110 kg (242 lbs)
  • Chassis: Chromoly steel frame, 310 mm suspension travel
  • Connectivity: Stark app for tuning power delivery, regen, and throttle

Why It’s Perfect for Supermoto

  • Instant Torque: No gears. No delay. Just twist and launch.
  • Silent Operation: Makes city and track riding less disruptive—and way more stealthy.
  • Tunable Power Curve: Throttle response and regen braking are fully customizable for road use.
  • Maintenance-Free Drivetrain: No oil changes, no air filters, no clutch wear. Just charge and ride!

For a rider seeking sharp cornering, big lean angles, and city-to-track adaptability, the Stark Varg is a nearly perfect blank canvas.

Wheels & Tires: The Foundation of Supermoto

Let’s start where every supermoto conversion does: the wheels.

Choosing Supermoto Wheels

17-inch wheels front and rear are the standard for a reason—they allow for high-performance road tires, sharper handling, and better braking response.

Materials Matter:

  • Spoked Aluminum Wheels: Lightweight, flexible, and better at handling rough roads or curbs. Great for dual-purpose setups.
  • Forged Supermoto Wheels: Stiffer and stronger, with better feel under heavy braking and cornering. Ideal for track-focused builds.

Custom Moto Wheels offers purpose-built Stark Varg supermoto wheels that match the Varg’s geometry, motor output, and rotor spacing.

Tire Selection

You’ve got a few solid options depending on your priorities:

  • Street-Focused: Michelin Pilot Power, Dunlop Mutant, Continental ContiAttack SM Evo
  • Track Days & Aggressive Riding: Metzeler Racetec SM, Bridgestone Battlax SM
  • Wet Weather: Pirelli Diablo Rosso III or similar compounds with better siping

Pro Tips:

  • Use a digital balancer for low-speed smoothness, especially on the front wheel.
  • Choose a compound that matches your weight and riding environment (Michigan backroads? California canyons?)

Suspension Setup

The stock Stark suspension is tuned for deep ruts and big landings. That doesn’t translate perfectly to supermoto, where you want stability, support, and predictable compression in high-load cornering.

Key Adjustments:

  • Lower Ride Height: Drop the forks through the triples and reduce shock length to improve turn-in and reduce instability at speed.
  • Revalve or Re-spring: Increase compression damping and adjust rebound to prevent bottoming under heavy braking or G-outs in transitions.
  • Fork/Shock Swap: For serious supermoto riders, consider a dedicated supermoto fork cartridge and stiffer rear spring.

Don’t underestimate the value of tuning here. A well-dialed suspension is the difference between fun and frustrating on pavement.

Braking Upgrades

You’ll be going faster into corners now. Your braking needs to match that new pace.

Front Brake Must-Haves:

  • Oversized Rotor Kit (320mm+): Better thermal capacity and stronger bite.
  • Radial Caliper + Adapter: More consistent feel and increased stiffness.
  • Steel Braided Lines: Improved feedback and no sponginess under heat.
  • High-Performance Fluid: DOT 4 or 5.1 with a high boiling point.

Rear Brake Considerations:

  • Keep it light—lockups are common on short wheelbase supermotos.
  • A smaller rear rotor or adjustable pedal throw can help modulate grip.
  • Consider a shorty lever with variable ratio for better feel on tight hairpins or trail braking.

Performance Tweaks & Tuning

This is where electric really shines. The Stark Varg app turns your smartphone into a tuning tool.

Key Features:

  • Throttle Mapping: Smooth out low-end delivery for tighter urban riding or amp it up for track days.
  • Regen Braking: Increase for rear tire stability into corners or reduce for a more traditional freewheeling feel.
  • Motor Power Cap: Create multiple ride modes—from mellow street-friendly to full-send mode.
  • Cooling: While electric motors don’t overheat like gas engines, repeated high-output use can increase battery temps. Make sure the airflow to the battery compartment isn’t obstructed.

Dialing in these settings can make your Varg feel like an entirely different machine from one session to the next.

Is the Stark Varg Supermoto Right for You?

If you’re looking for a bike that’s:

  • Incredibly agile and fun to ride
  • Street legal with the right kit (in select regions)
  • Simple to maintain
  • Quiet but undeniably fast
  • Built to be customized

Then yes, the Stark Varg supermoto might be your dream bike in the making.

With the right wheels, tires, suspension, brakes, and a bit of app-based tuning, you can transform an already impressive dirt bike into an even more capable supermoto.

Start Your Build

At Custom Moto Wheels, we specialize in purpose-built supermoto components for next-gen bikes like the Stark Varg. From complete wheel kits to rotors and brake adapters, we’ve done the hard part so your conversion is plug-and-play.

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