2026 Buyer's Guide
79Bike Falcon Pro/GT vs Stark Varg
Torn between the 79Bike Falcon Pro/GT and the Stark Varg? This comparison is intentionally transparent: these two bikes are not in the same class, nor in the same price bracket. Our goal is to help you pick the right tool for your real-world use, not to artificially inflate the 79Bike against a ~€13,000 competition-grade enduro.
30-second verdict
The Stark Varg EX is a road-legal electric enduro (~60 kW peak, 1,036 Nm at the wheel, 120 kg, approx. €12,990-€13,990 — to be confirmed to the cent) aimed at the same terrain as a KTM 450 SX-F. The 79Bike Falcon Pro/GT is a lightweight all-round e-moto (65 kg, 10 kW, from €4,299), L1e-B road-legal, usable daily and on trails. If you ride on open roads, trails or need daily transport: the Falcon. If you race amateur/expert MX on closed circuits and budget isn't a concern: the Stark Varg EX.
Two different segments — let's be clear
The Stark Varg EX costs about 3× the price of the Falcon Pro and weighs 120 kg (vs 65 kg). It's not a direct competitor: it's a full-size competition-grade enduro aimed at riders chasing 450 cc thermal-class performance. The Falcon Pro/GT targets road + leisure off-road use with an accessible price tag and European homologation.
Technical comparison
| Feature | 79Bike Falcon Pro / GT | Stark Varg EX |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | All-round e-moto, road + off-road | Full-size road-legal electric enduro (Varg EX) |
| Peak power | 10,000 W (10 kW / ~13 hp) | ~60 kW peak (adjustable 10-80 hp, Alpha) |
| Motor torque | 520 Nm at the wheel | 1,036 Nm at the wheel |
| Battery | 60 V / 45 Ah (2.7 kWh) — GT 72 V (~3.2 kWh) | 7.2 kWh |
| Real-world range | 80–110 km (mixed use) | check dealer (depends on 10-80 hp mode) |
| Weight | 65 kg | 120 kg |
| Top speed | 90 km/h (105 km/h unrestricted) | check dealer |
| L1e-B road homologation | Yes (Falcon Pro L1e-B) | Yes on Varg EX (road-legal enduro) — Varg MX: circuit only |
| Licence | AM licence from age 14 | A / A2 depending on declared power (Varg EX) |
| Plate and motorcycle insurance | Yes, European registration | Yes on Varg EX |
| Target use | Road, trail, leisure enduro, daily rides | Motocross and enduro competition |
| Suspension | Fastace inverted 47 mm | check dealer (premium KYB) |
| Warranty | 2 years parts and labour | check dealer |
| European service and parts | Toulouse, Barcelona, Vielha workshops — permanent stock | Stark Future dealer network (variable coverage) |
| Indicative retail price | From €4,499 | ~€12,990-€13,990 (Varg EX 60 hp / 80 hp Alpha, to be confirmed to the cent) |
Why compare two bikes that are so different?
Because "electric bike" covers everything from a beefed-up e-bicycle to a competition motocross machine. Buyers routinely google Falcon, Sur-Ron, Talaria and Stark Varg in the same session. This page is here to clear things up: if you need a true competition electric motocross that can rival a 450 cc thermal, the Stark Varg is currently the benchmark. If you need a versatile e-motofor legal road use plus casual off-road, the Falcon Pro/GT is far more relevant and 3× cheaper.
Power and weight: two opposite philosophies
The Stark Varg EX claims ~60 kW peak, 1,036 Nm at the wheel and 120 kg — the numbers of a factory 450 cc MX bike. The Falcon Pro/GT plays a very different tune: ~10 kW, 65 kg, ergonomics closer to a nimble light e-moto. At roughly half the weight, the Falcon is much easier to pick up, transport and manoeuvre at low speed.
Road homologation: the real difference in use
The Falcon Pro L1e-B ships with European registration, plate, rides on an AM licence from age 14 and is insured like a 50 cc moped. The Stark Varg EX is road-legal in Europe (A / A2 licence depending on declared power). The Stark Varg MX version, however, is strictly for private land and closed circuits. Check the exact variant at purchase.
Price and total cost of ownership
The Stark Varg EX sits around ~€12,990-€13,990 depending on the 60 hp or 80 hp Alpha version (to be confirmed to the cent). The Falcon Pro/GT starts at €4,299, rides straight from your door to the trail, and comes with local service and in-stock parts in Toulouse, Barcelona and Vielha. Over three years the total gap remains very significant — close to €8,000-€9,000 at purchase alone, before running costs.
Who the Stark Varg is still the right choice for
Honestly: if you're an experienced MX rider, hit closed circuits several times a month and want to replace a 450 cc thermal with an equivalent electric, the Stark Varg is the current benchmark. The Falcon Pro/GT isn't built to run a MX Grand Prix. But it's unbeatable on road + trail + budget versatility.
Frequently asked questions
Can the 79Bike Falcon really be compared to a Stark Varg?+
Not strictly, no. The Stark Varg EX is a full-size electric enduro (~60 kW peak, 1,036 Nm at the wheel, 120 kg, ~€12,990-€13,990) equivalent to a 450 cc thermal. The Falcon Pro/GT is an all-round light e-moto (10 kW, 65 kg, from €4,299) that's L1e-B road-legal. This comparison exists so you don't buy a Stark Varg when your real need is a versatile road + leisure off-road bike.
What's the real price of the Stark Varg in Europe?+
The Stark Varg EX sits around ~€12,990-€13,990 depending on the 60 hp or 80 hp Alpha version (official price to be confirmed to the cent with the dealer). The 79Bike Falcon Pro L1e-B starts at €4,299, road-legal and ready to ride.
Is the Stark Varg road-legal in Europe?+
Yes for the Varg EX (road-legal enduro, A / A2 licence depending on declared power). The Varg MX version is strictly competition / private land. The 79Bike Falcon Pro L1e-B is L1e-B road-legal, ridden on an AM licence from age 14 and insured like a 50 cc moped — a far more accessible entry point.
Which bike is better to start electric?+
For beginners, the 79Bike Falcon Pro L1e-B is far more suitable: manageable (65 kg vs 120 kg for the Stark Varg EX), less powerful and therefore more forgiving, road-legal, reasonable budget and local service. The Stark Varg is a competition tool that requires experienced MX/enduro riding skills to be handled safely.
Where do I service each bike in Europe?+
For the 79Bike: Ride On Distribution runs service in Saint-Gaudens (France), Barcelona and Vielha, with permanent parts stock. For the Stark Varg: an official Stark Future dealer network with coverage and lead times that vary by country. Availability of some specific parts can require patience.
See also
Try the 79Bike Falcon Pro / GT
Saint-Gaudens, Barcelona and Vielha showrooms. Test rides by appointment, 72 h delivery, financing available.
Sources: Stark Varg EX specs from starkfuture.com and specialist press (Varg EX 60 hp / 80 hp Alpha), accessed 12 July 2026. Indicative pricing, confirm with dealer.