Stark Gives Its Next-Gen Supermoto a Compelling Blacked-Out UpliftGear PatrolgvandykeUpdatedWed, September 16, 2026 at 8:23 PM UTCAdd us on GoogleThe brand's Varg SM is even more appealing when dressed for stealth and equipped with a selection of choice weight-saving measures.If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Learn moreWhen Stark unveiled its Varg SM last fall, I couldn't help but be excited about the brand translating its expertise to a slick-wearing road-going form.After all, between the bike's stump-pulling torque, svelte chassis and nifty features like crawl mode, it showed tons of promise on dirt. Homologating it for road legality only broadened its horizons.The Varg SM Sköll looks mean with its stealthy vibes. - Credit: StarkNow, Stark has somehow made the Varg SM still more tantalizing with the addition of a limited-run Sköll variant.A dark but dazzling supermotoWhile I wouldn't call the new Stark Varg SM Sköll a transformative treatment, it does give the electric supermoto a choice spec and an exclusive status.Stark's shadowy treatment is extensive, even if a few choice components stand out as accents. - Credit: StarkAs part of the overhaul, the bike dons a dark look with everything from the switchgear to the swingarm anodized, powder-coated and treated in deep black. Some components, like the fork and chain, escape the treatment, though they don't detract from the stealth.AdvertisementAdvertisementIn any case, it's more than just a matter of color. To complement the unique aesthetic, Stark is equipping the Varg SM Sköll with its most potent 80-horsepower Alpha powertrain.Stark's Varg SM Sköll arrives as the lightest version yet, dropping the curb weight down to a scant 272 pounds. - Credit: StarkFurthermore, the brand has swapped out the standard footpegs for a set of 3D-printed titanium units while also upgrading the fasteners with a titanium bolt kit.Together, they're changes that supposedly shave 2.4 pounds from the standard bike. By Stark's claim, this makes it the lightest Varg SM to date at 272 pounds.There's more to the darkened details than meets the eye. - Credit: StarkWhile the rest of the platform carries over from the standard model, it still brings respectable equipment. A set of 48mm KYB forks and a triple-adjuster rear shock take care of suspension duties, while Brembo brakes handle stopping power.Availability and pricingStark will be building just 500 examples of the Varg SM Sköll. It's available to order now for $14,990.AdvertisementAdvertisementAccording to the brand's announcement, the first wave of deliveries is slated for October.Stark Varg SM Sköll $14,990 at Stark About the Author: Gray is an associate editor at Gear Patrol, covering cars, motorcycles and anything else with wheels. When he's not chasing the latest industry news, he's probably wrenching on one of many projects. For better or worse, he believes classics make perfectly practical daily drivers.Want to stay up to date on the latest product news and releases? Add Gear Patrol as a preferred source to ensure our independent journalism makes it to the top of your Google search results.