Total Motorcycle
  • Articles
  • Daily News
    • Today’s News
    • BSB
    • Flat Track
    • MotoGP
    • MOTOAMERICA
    • MXGP
    • Supercross
    • WorldSBK
    • WorldSSP
  • Guides and Resources
    • Interactive Fridays
    • TMW Games
    • Forums
    • Guides
      • All Guides Index
      • Fuel Economy Guide
      • Biker’s Dictionary
      • Beginners Guide
      • Concept Bikes
      • Buyers Guide
      • Model History Guide
      • ATV Rider Guide
      • Tire Guide
      • Motorcycle Compendium
      • Maintenance Guide
      • Performance Guide
      • Restoration Guide
    • Events
    • Social Media
  • Motorcycle Model Guides
    • Compare Models
    • Newest motorcycles
    • 2026 Motorcycles
    • 2025 Motorcycles
    • 2024 Motorcycles
    • 2020 – 2029 Motorcycles
    • 2010 – 2019 Motorcycles
    • 2000 – 2009 Motorcycles
    • 1990 – 1999 Motorcycles
    • 1980 – 1989 Motorcycles
    • 1970 – 1979 Motorcycles
    • ATV / Quad Guides
  • Manufacturers
    • Index
    • A to E
      • Aprilia
      • Benelli
      • Beta
      • Bimota
      • BMW
      • Brammo
      • Buell
      • Cagiva
      • Can-Am
      • CCW
      • Ducati
      • EBR
    • H to M
      • Harley-Davidson
      • Honda
      • Husaberg
      • Husqvarna
      • Hyosung
      • Indian
      • Kawasaki
      • KTM
      • Kymco
      • Laverda
      • LiveWire
      • Moto Guzzi
      • MV Agusta
    • N to Z
      • Norton
      • Phantom
      • Piaggio
      • Ridley
      • Roehr
      • Royal Enfield
      • Suzuki
      • Triumph
      • Ural
      • Vespa
      • Victory
      • Yamaha
      • Zero
  • Reviews
  • Forums
News
  • [ July 19, 2025 ] Marco Bezzecchi with just a few minutes from the end crashes at Brno News
  • [ July 19, 2025 ] Marc Márquez and the Ducati Lenovo Team take the Sprint win at Brno News
  • [ July 19, 2025 ] MotoGP Sprint breakthrough: Acosta and Bastianini on the podium in Czechia News
  • [ July 18, 2025 ] Promising start for Aprilia Racing in Brno News
  • [ July 18, 2025 ] Marc Márquez and the Ducati Lenovo Team have enjoyed an excellent start to the Grand Prix of Czechia News
  • [ July 16, 2025 ] Dates Announced for 2026 H-D Homecoming Festival News
  • [ July 16, 2025 ] Custom Indian Chieftain PowerPlus crafted for country music star Tyler Hubbard News
  • [ July 16, 2025 ] Canepa’s Comments: Round 7 – Donington Park News
  • [ July 16, 2025 ] Pol Espargaro to substitute Maverick Viñales at 2025 Grand Prix of Czechia News
  • [ July 16, 2025 ] Cardo’s PACKTALK EDGE is the Communicator Of Choice For This Year’s Red Bull Romaniacs News
  • [ July 16, 2025 ] The Ducati Lenovo Team returns to race at the historic Automotodrom in Brno News
  • [ July 16, 2025 ] RED BULL KTM FACTORY RACING’S AARON PLESSINGER RULED OUT OF WASHOUGAL NATIONAL News
  • [ July 16, 2025 ] TOM VIALLE SIDELINED FOR WASHOUGAL ROUND OF PRO MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP News
  • [ July 14, 2025 ] Pirelli takes on the new Brno asphalt with two development rear tyres for Moto2 News
  • [ July 14, 2025 ] Indian Riders Fest 2025 Wraps Up Historic Fifth Edition with Record-Breaking Attendance at Stunning New Location News
HomeAuthorsMichael Le Pard

Articles by Michael Le Pard

About Michael Le Pard
"Mr. Totalmotorcycle". Owner and Founder of Total Motorcycle, the World’s Largest Motorcycle Site with over 425 million readers since 1999. Total Motorcycle is my pride and joy and being able to reach 425 million people has been incredible and I could not have done it without the support of my visitors, readers and members...thank you so much! We are all making a difference to millions of riders worldwide.
No Picture
Events

American Flat Track Announces 2020 Schedule

November 16, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (November 15, 2019) – American Flat Track has announced its 18-event schedule for the 2020 season, which once again features coast-to-coast action and launches anew at legendary Daytona International Speedway on March 14 […]

No Picture
News

MotoGP de la Comunitat Valenciana: Andrea Dovizioso 9th and Danilo Petrucci 12th on Day 1

November 16, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Andrea Dovizioso finished the opening day of practice for the GP de la Comunitat Valenciana, the final MotoGP round of the season scheduled for this weekend at the Ricardo Tormo circuit, in ninth position.The Ducati […]

vertex-pistol-power-log
News

NEW “RACE EVOLUTION” PISTON RANGE FOR OFFROAD 2 STROKE

November 16, 2019 Michael Le Pard

OFFROAD   NEW “RACE EVOLUTION” PISTON RANGE FOR OFFROAD 2 STROKE During the 2019 EICMA, the International cycle and motorcycle show in Milan, Vertex Pistons launched a new version for 2 stroke off-road pistons named […]

The Changing Face of Harley-Davidson: Shocking New Models
News

The Changing Face of Harley-Davidson: Shocking New Models

November 15, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Something dark stirs in the night deep inside the Harley-Davidson factory. A break with tradition, a break with history and into revolution. Meet the new progressive motorcycle models, Harley-Davidson Bronx 975, Bronx 1250, LiveWire, Streetfighter […]

No Picture
News

SUZUKI ECSTAR SETTING UP FOR MotoGP SEASON FINALE

November 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – November 13. The final round of the 2019 MotoGP World Championship will be held this weekend at Ricardo Tormo circuit in Valencia. For the last 20 years, the Spanish track […]

No Picture
News

10 things to know about the MotoGP de la Comunitat Valenciana

November 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The final round of the MotoGP World Championship, which is traditionally held at the Ricardo Tormo circuit in Cheste, brings an end to the 2019 season. Let’s have a look at ten key facts:– With […]

No Picture
Events

Ducati Streetfighter V4S Long Beach International Motorcycle Show North American Unveiling

November 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Highly anticipated Streetfighter V4 arrives in production form on U.S. soil for first time during Southern California show New Multistrada 1260 S Grand Tour, Panigale V2 and new Panigale V4 to make debuts alongside Streetfighter […]

No Picture
News

Honda and NHL Renew Longstanding Partnership

November 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

November 13, 2019 — NEW YORK & TORRANCE, Calif. Honda and the National Hockey League (NHL®) today announced a multiyear renewal of their partnership, which keeps Honda as the NHL’s Official Automotive Partner in the United […]

No Picture
News

Ducati Streetfighter V4 elected the Most Beautiful Bike at EICMA 2019

November 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

36.7% of voters declared Ducati’s new super-naked bike to be the ‘queen’ of the Show Ducati wins the fifteenth edition of the prestigious award for the tenth time The 77th edition of EICMA, the world’s […]

No Picture
News

American Flat Track Returns to Dixie Speedway in 2020

November 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (November 13, 2019) – American Flat Track announced today the second round to its highly-anticipated 2020 season. The world’s fastest dirt track motorcycle racing will make its return to Dixie Speedway in the greater area of Atlanta, Ga. for […]

No Picture
News

The Ducati Team returns to Europe for the final MotoGP round of the season

November 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

In line with the tradition of the last few years, the Ricardo Tormo circuit at Cheste on the outskirts of Valencia, is the venue this weekend for the nineteenth and final round of the 2019 […]

No Picture
News

FIM EWC: Markus Reiterberger in Sepang with the BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team

November 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Munich. Markus Reiterberger (GER) will join the BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team as the third rider for round two of the 2019/20 FIM Endurance World Championship (FIM EWC) at Sepang (MAS). The 25-year-old will alternate […]

No Picture
Events

BMW at the Los Angeles Auto Show 2019

November 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The joy of driving, the excitement of sports performance and the passion for racing will greet visitors to the BMW stand at the Los Angeles Auto Show, taking place on 22 November – 1 December 2019. […]

No Picture
Events

Top 10 2020 Motorcycles @ Motorcycle Live 2019 – The UK’s Biggest Motorcycle Show

November 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

There’s less than one week until Motorcycle Live in association with Bikesure Insurance opens! From 16-24 November at the NEC Birmingham, bike enthusiasts from around the country have the chance to see the latest new models from the world’s […]

No Picture
News

SUZUKI ANNOUNCES 2020 JGRMX YOSHIMURA TEAM

November 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – November 11. JGRMX/ Yoshimura/ Suzuki Factory Racing has announced its Motocross riders for 2020. New to the JGR Suzuki squad in the 450 class is 450SX Rookie of the Year, […]

No Picture
News

Two title wins for the BMW S 1000 RR in Malaysia

November 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Malaysia Superbike Championship: Two titles for BMW S 1000 RR racers. The 2019 season finale in the Malaysia Superbike Championship (MSBK) at Sepang (MAS) resulted in two championship titles for the BMW Motorrad Motorsport Community. […]

No Picture
News

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING EXTEND CONTRACT WITH ZACH OSBORNE

November 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Motorcycles are pleased to announce that Zach Osborne has signed with the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team for an additional year, extending his current contract into the 2021 season. Osborne has enjoyed a […]

No Picture
News

Honda Joins Automated Vehicle Safety Consortium

November 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The Automated Vehicle Safety Consortium™ (AVSC) today expanded its international reach with the addition of Honda to the consortium. The AVSC, which launched in April 2019, convenes leading OEM and technology member organizations to collaborate […]

2020-Aprilia-sp250
2020 Motorcycle Models

INTRODUCING THE ITALIAN FMI APRILIA SPORT PRODUCTION CHAMPIONSHIP

November 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

APRILIA RACING TECHNOLOGY AT THE SERVICE OF FUN ON THE TRACK TO DISCOVER NEW ITALIAN TALENT WHO WILL BE THE CHAMPIONS OF TOMORROW Milan, 6 November 2019 – Introducing in 2020 the Italian FMI Aprilia Sport […]

No Picture
News

HUSQVARNA MOTORCYCLES RETURN TO MOTO3 COMPETITION WITH MAX RACING TEAM

November 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Motorcycles are pleased to announce their return to international road racing and the FIM World Championship Grand Prix Moto3 class where they will officially support the Max Racing Team. Owned by four-time 250cc World […]

No Picture
Events

Rookies of ’79 and Friends to Raffle FTR 1200 in 2020

November 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (November 4, 2019) – Rookies of ’79 and Friends – the Official Charity of American Flat Track – announced today another fundraising effort to aid injured riders and their families. Due to the extreme generosity of Indian Motorcycle, the […]

No Picture
News

BMW racers Ilya Mikhalchik and Kenny Foray at the season finale in Spain

November 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Spanish Superbike Championship: Guest starts for Mikhalchik and Foray at the finale. Jerez de la Frontera, in the south of Spain, hosted the final round of the 2019 Spanish Superbike Championship (RFME CEV). As well […]

More 2020 Indian Motorcycle Models and New PowerPlus 122hp Engine!
2020 Motorcycle Models

More 2020 Indian Motorcycle Models and New PowerPlus 122hp Engine!

November 11, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Indian Motorcycle has raised the bar even higher on its competitors with the introduction of the all-new 2020 Indian PowerPlus Engine and Challenger lineup! Indian’s first liquid-cooled large displacement motor (108 cubic-inch, 60-degree V-twin) that […]

No Picture
News

Shell and Ducati mark 21st year together with renewal of winning Technical Partnership

November 10, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Shell and Ducati today announced an extension of their Technical Partnership. The iconic partnership has run for over 20 years, starting in 1999 at the World Superbike Championship before expanding into MotoGP when Ducati joined […]

No Picture
News

History and Development of Husqvarna 4-stroke Enduro Machine

November 9, 2019 Michael Le Pard

THE FINAL COUNTDOWN 30. October 2019 After a 20-year absence, Husqvarna introduced their 4-stroke big-bore beast. In 1983, it tried establishing the brand as a top player on the bike market. Not only was a […]

Total Motorcycle Community Forums Upgrade
News

Total Motorcycle Community Forums Upgrade

November 8, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Great news everyone! Our forums are now upgraded to the latest, bestest, fastest and most feature filled just released version… 3.2.8! (yay!). Even though phpBB looks “old school” I like to keep our forums on […]

No Picture
News

Shell and Ducati mark 21st year together with renewal of winning Technical Partnership

November 7, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Shell and Ducati today announced an extension of their Technical Partnership. The iconic partnership has run for over 20 years, starting in 1999 at the World Superbike Championship before expanding into MotoGP when Ducati joined […]

No Picture
News

GOMEZ CLINCHES SECOND AT GETZENRODEO WESS FINAL

November 6, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Fighting all the way to the finish, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Alfredo Gomez has claimed the runner-up position at the season-ending GetzenRodeo in Germany to end a memorable 2019 World Enduro Super Series campaign […]

No Picture
News

GROOMBRIDGE AND SUZUKI RM-Z PODIUMS IN NEW ZEALAND

November 5, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office Brad Groombridge: RM-Z450 and RM-Z250 – 2-2-4 The New Zealand 2019-2020 dirt-biking season has just kicked off and Brad Groombridge is already blisteringly hot aboard his RM-Z450 and RM-Z250 machinery. The […]

2020 MV Agusta: Perfomance and Technology With No Compromise
2020 Motorcycle Models

2020 MV Agusta: Perfomance and Technology With No Compromise

November 4, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Revolutionary. Performance. Technology, Art. Passion. Best of the best without peer. All these describe MV Agusta models not only for 2020 but for decades. The 2020 MV Agusta motorcycle model lineup amplifies what they do […]

No Picture
News

Podium at Sepang for Andrea Dovizioso, third in the Shell Malaysia Grand Prix

November 3, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Andrea Dovizioso stepped onto the podium today in the Shell Malaysia Grand Prix thanks to an excellent third place obtained at the end of a race that was a challenging test for bikes and riders […]

No Picture
News

FIFTH PLACE FOR RINS, 10TH FOR MIR IN SIZZLING SEPANG

November 3, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – November 3. Alex Rins: 5th (+ 6.350) Joan Mir: 10th (+ 22.854) • Alex Rins close to podium as he brings home 5th. • Joan Mir battles through difficulties to […]

No Picture
News

7TH ON SATURDAY IN SEPANG FOR RINS AND MIR 13TH AT MOTOGP

November 2, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – November. Alex Rins: 7th – 1:59.090 Joan Mir: 13th – 1:59.374 • Alex Rins perseveres for third row start tomorrow. • Joan Mir unlucky to be knocked out of Q2 […]

No Picture
Events

WEEKEND MOTORCYCLE RACING ACTION – NOVEMBER 3rd

November 2, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office The opening weekend of November sees MotoGP™ head to Malaysia for the 18th and penultimate round of 2019. Team SUZUKI ECSTAR’s Alex Rins and Joan Mir will be on track on […]

Harley-Davidson Battle of the Kings 2019
Events

Inspiration Friday: Harley-Davidson Battle of the Kings Finals 2019

November 1, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle’s Inspiration Friday brings us Harley-Davidson Battle of the Kings 2019! Back again for yet another year (see last years coverage), of amazing custom Harley-Davidson motorcycles, gifted builders completing from 258 ENTRIES in 26 COUNTRIES […]

No Picture
News

Shell Malaysia GP: Andrea Dovizioso lies in third place after day 1 of practice at Sepang

November 1, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Andrea Dovizioso ended the first day of action at the Sepang circuit in third place following today’s two scheduled free practice sessions. The Ducati Team rider, who was fifth this morning after FP1, was able […]

No Picture
News

COOL AND CALM START TO SWELTERING SEPANG

November 1, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – November 1. Alex Rins: 7th – 1:59.546 (+ 0.970) Joan Mir: 12th – 1:59.984 (+ 1.408) • Alex Rins shows speed and consistency on first day. • Joan Mir focused […]

No Picture
News

10 things to know about the Shell Malaysia Grand Prix MotoGP

October 31, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The Malaysian Grand Prix is the last event in the three back-to-back, end-of-season flyaway races and the Sepang International Circuit will be the venue for the penultimate round of the 2019 championship. Let’s have a […]

No Picture
News

JARVIS WITH GOMEZ AND BOLT SET TO TAKE ON GETZENRODEO

October 31, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing riders Graham Jarvis, Alfredo Gomez and Billy Bolt are set to take on GetzenRodeo this coming weekend, a one-day extreme enduro held near the city of Zschopau. Marking the eighth […]

No Picture
News

The Ducati Team gears up for the penultimate round of the season: Shell Malaysia Grand Prix

October 31, 2019 Michael Le Pard

After taking part in the GP of Japan and the Australian GP in the last two weeks, the Ducati Team is gearing up for this weekend’s penultimate round of the season – the Shell Malaysia […]

No Picture
Events

Honda SEMA Show Exhibit Celebrates 60 Years in North America and Enthusiast Community Commitment

October 31, 2019 Michael Le Pard

October 30, 2019 — TORRANCE, Calif. Unique display showcases 60-year heritage of Honda in North America with both vintage and modern products Refreshed 2020 CR-V, all-new CR-V Hybrid outfitted for adventure Winner of the Honda Super […]

No Picture
Events

Ducati Global Dealer Conference Shines Spotlight on Thriving North American Dealership Network

October 31, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Event highlighted 19 award-winners, including regional categories for sales volume and growth AMS Ducati Dallas awarded special recognition by global Chief Executive Officer Claudio Domenicali as Ducati Dealer of the Year 2019 for North & […]

No Picture
News

SUZUKI ECSTAR MOVES TO MALAYSIA FOR 2019 PENULTIMATE RACE

October 30, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 30. Sepang International Circuit, the third in a trio of ‘fly-away’ races, will this weekend play host the penultimate round of the 2019 MotoGP World Championship. Alex Rins had […]

No Picture
News

BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy Female Team Qualifier 2019

October 29, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Munich/Málaga. The BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy Female Team Qualifier 2019 came to an exciting finish after three days of adventure motorcycling competition near Málaga, Spain. 31 women representing 20 countries all over the world competed […]

No Picture
News

Vintage Honda N600 Powered by VFR 800 Motorcycle Engine Wins Honda Super Tuner Legends Series

October 29, 2019 Michael Le Pard

October 28, 2019 — TORRANCE, Calif. Custom-tuned, 1972 Honda N600 powered by Honda VFR 800cc V4 motorcycle engine wins first-ever Honda Super Tuner Legends Series Winning vehicle will be on display at the 2019 SEMA Show […]

No Picture
News

HAAKER WINS 2019 AMA SUPER ENDUROCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP

October 28, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Colton Haaker was crowned 2019 AMA Super EnduroCross Champion on Saturday night after coming out victorious with a 1-1-2 overall finish from the season finale in Nampa, Idaho. The now […]

No Picture
Events

Best Result Ever for Aprilia in the History of MotoGP

October 28, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Andrea finishes less than 8 tenths from the podium, Aleix consistently in the battle with the leaders With its riders putting in an outstanding performance, Aprilia was one of the protagonists in the Australian GP. […]

No Picture
News

MIR FIGHTS TO 5TH IN PHILLIP ISLAND AS RINS 9TH

October 27, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 27. Joan Mir: 5th (+ 14.817) Alex Rins: 9th (+ 16.032) • Joan Mir claims best ever MotoGP finish. • Alex Rins struggles at end but retains 3rd in […]

No Picture
News

World Superbike in Qatar: Aruba.it Racing – Ducati end the season with a double podium

October 27, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The 2019 season for the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team concluded at the Losail circuit in Qatar with a terrific three-way battle that involved both riders of the Italian team, Chaz Davies and Álvaro Bautista, […]

No Picture
News

7th place for Andrea Dovizioso in the Australian Grand Prix at Phillip Island. Danilo Petrucci crashes

October 27, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Andrea Dovizioso finished the Australian Grand Prix, which was held today at the Phillip Island circuit, in seventh place. The Ducati Team’s Italian rider, who was starting from row 4 following this morning’s Q2 session […]

No Picture
News

Strong debut season for the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team comes to a difficult conclusion in Qatar

October 27, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Doha. The debut season for the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team and the new BMW S 1000 RR in the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) has come to an end. On Saturday, the two final races […]

No Picture
News

WEEKEND MOTORCYCLE RACING ACTION – OCTOBER 27th

October 26, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 25. The fourth and final weekend of October sees MotoGP™ in Australia for round 17 of the series at the Phillip Island Circuit. Team SUZUKI ECSTAR’s Alex Rins and […]

No Picture
News

PHILLIP ISLAND QUALIFYING HALTED DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS

October 26, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 26. • Qualifying provisionally rescheduled for Sunday morning. • Team head into race day feeling hopeful despite disruptions. A tumultuous day two in Phillip Island saw a change in […]

No Picture
News

BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team experiences a Friday with highs and lows in the Qatari desert

October 26, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Doha. The first day of racing at the 2019 FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) season finale at the ‘Losail International Circuit’ in Qatar had highs and lows for the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team. Markus Reiterberger […]

No Picture
News

World Superbike in Qatar: Chaz Davies puts in a great run

October 26, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The first race in the Qatar WSBK Round, which is taking place this weekend at the Losail International Circuit, saw a great performance from Chaz Davies (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati), who finished in second place […]

No Picture
News

Australian GP: adverse weather conditions affect today’s action at Phillip Island

October 26, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Saturday’s track action at Phillip Island was affected by the adverse weather conditions, with cold temperatures, strong gusts of wind and intermittent rain throughout the day.This morning ten riders, including those of the Ducati Team, […]

No Picture
News

10 things to know about the Australian Grand Prix

October 25, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The MotoGP World Championship arrives at Phillip Island this weekend for the third-to-last round of the season, the Australian Grand Prix. Let’s have a look at ten key facts about the race:– The Ducati Team […]

No Picture
News

Australian GP: Positive first day for Andrea Dovizioso and Danilo Petrucci

October 25, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The Australian Grand Prix race weekend has begun in a positive way for both Ducati Team riders. At the end of the first day of practice, Andrea Dovizioso was lying second in the timesheets while […]

Must See 2020 Ducati Motorcycle Line Launched!
2020 Motorcycle Models

Must See 2020 Ducati Motorcycle Line Launched!

October 25, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Let’s get it out into the open… Ducati adds 3 new eBike bicycles to their motorcycle line. There, that’s out of the way. Leave a comment in our forums. For 2020 Ducati brings us new […]

No Picture
News

FINE FORM FOR RINS AND MIR ON DAY ONE DOWN UNDER

October 25, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 25. Alex Rins: 8th – 1:29.472 (+ 0.648) Joan Mir: 11th – 1:29.875 (+ 1.051) • Alex Rins makes promising start at one of his favourite tracks. • Joan […]

No Picture
News

The Ducati Team arrives at Phillip Island for the Australian Grand Prix

October 23, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Less than one week after the GP of Japan, held last Sunday at Motegi, the MotoGP World Championship continues non-stop with another classic event on the calendar at the Phillip Island circuit, the scene for […]

No Picture
News

BUILDBASE SUZUKI CELEBRATES TITLE VICTORY AT BRANDS FINALE

October 23, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 22. Richard Cooper: SST 1000 – 2nd- 2019 Champion Bradley Ray: BSB – 15-14-14 – 11th Overall Luke Stapleford: BSB – 14-16-17 – 13th Overall The Bennetts British Superbike […]

No Picture
News

TEAM SUZUKI ECSTAR HEADS TO THE ISLAND FOR ROUND 17

October 23, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 23 After Suzuki’s home GP in Japan, in which the team enjoyed time with employees from the factory, fans, and special guests such as the President of the company, […]

No Picture
News

BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team ready for floodlit finale in Qatar

October 23, 2019 Michael Le Pard

  Munich. The debut season for the new BMW S 1000 RR in the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) reaches its grand finale in Qatar. This weekend, the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team and its riders […]

No Picture
News

Yamaha Launch R3 bLU cRU FIM European Cup for Young Road Racers

October 23, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Motor Europe is pleased to announce the launch of a new road race series aimed at providing a path to the world stage for young riders. The Yamaha R3 bLU cRU FIM European Cup, a collaboration […]

No Picture
News

YXZ1000R European Cup racers prepare for SuperFinale in Portalegre

October 23, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The twelve national champions of the Yamaha YXZ1000R European Cup are gearing up to contest the season-ending SuperFinale in Portalegre, Portugal on 24-26 October. Featuring twelve drivers and their co-drivers from the seven nations contesting […]

No Picture
News

BMW Motorrad Season finale BSB 2 podium finishes for Alex Barros in Brazil

October 22, 2019 Michael Le Pard

British Superbike Championship: Grand finale at Brands Hatch. The 2019 season of the British Superbike Championship (BSB) drew to a close with the grand finale on the Grand Prix Circuit at Brands Hatch (GBR). The […]

No Picture
News

Yamaha Announces MotoAmerica Superbike Team

October 22, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (YMUS), is pleased to announce a partnership with Attack Performance to field a two-rider team in the 2020 MotoAmerica Superbike Championship. The new Monster Energy Attack Performance Yamaha Racing team will […]

No Picture
News

Pata Yamaha Riders Revved up for Third Place Fight in Qatar Season Finale

October 22, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Pata Yamaha with Rizla WorldSBK riders, Alex Lowes and Michael van der Mark, both have their sights set firmly on third place in the 2019 FIM Superbike World Championship standings, as they head to the […]

No Picture
News

Young Guns Caricasulo and Gerloff to Step up to WorldSBK in 2020

October 21, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Motor Europe is pleased to announce that the GRT Yamaha Supported WorldSBK Team will field an exciting new international rider line-up for the 2020 FIM Superbike World Championship season, with Italian Federico Caricasulo joining […]

No Picture
News

Barcia Scores Sixth-Place Finish in Challenging Conditions at Monster Energy Cup

October 21, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Racing Team’s Justin Barcia ended the night sixth overall in an all-new three-race format that presented challenges at the 2019 Monster Energy Cup (MEC) Saturday night at Sam Boyd Stadium in […]

No Picture
News

COLTON HAAKER CLAIMS RUNNER-UP FINISH AT DENVER ENDUROCROSS

October 21, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Colton Haaker fought his way through a chaotic night of racing on Saturday to claim a runner-up finish from Round 2 of the 2019 AMA EnduroCross Championship in Denver, Colorado. […]

No Picture
News

DEAN WILSON SUSTAINS HIP INJURY AT MONSTER ENERGY CUP

October 20, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team’s Dean Wilson will miss Saturday night’s Monster Energy Cup in Las Vegas after suffering a hard crash during the second qualifying session of the day. Wilson was immediately transported […]

No Picture
News

RINS AND MIR MAKE SEVENTH AND EIGHTH IN MOTEGI

October 20, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 20. Alex Rins: 7th (+ 9.306) Joan Mir: 8th (+ 10.695) Sylvain Guintoli: 20th (+ 50.235) • Alex Rins keeps pushing on to take 7th. • Joan Mir continues […]

No Picture
News

Motegi masterclass makes Quartararo Rookie of the Year

October 20, 2019 Michael Le Pard

PETRONAS Yamaha Sepang Racing Team rider Fabio Quartararo has taken the 2019 MotoGP Rookie of the Year title, securing the award in style with a sensational sixth podium finish of the season at the Grand […]

Posts pagination

« 1 … 113 114 115 … 161 »

What’s New

New Retro Redux: 2026 Suzuki GSX-8T and GSX-8TT motorcycles!
2026 Motorcycle Models

New Retro Redux: 2026 Suzuki GSX-8T and GSX-8TT motorcycles!

  • New 2026 Triumph Motorcycles Maximum Impact!

  • 2026 MV Agusta Superveloce 1000 AGO: Admired & Respected Greatness

  • New 2026 Yamaha’s Delivers Championship Racing DNA to Riders!

  • Just in: New 2026 Kawasaki Motorcycles – Get out and Play!

2026 Motorcycle Guides

TMW 2026 Motorcycle Model Review Guides

Daily Motorcycle News

  • Marco Bezzecchi with just a few minutes from the end crashes at Brno
  • Marc Márquez and the Ducati Lenovo Team take the Sprint win at Brno
  • MotoGP Sprint breakthrough: Acosta and Bastianini on the podium in Czechia
  • Promising start for Aprilia Racing in Brno
  • Marc Márquez and the Ducati Lenovo Team have enjoyed an excellent start to the Grand Prix of Czechia
  • Dates Announced for 2026 H-D Homecoming Festival
  • Custom Indian Chieftain PowerPlus crafted for country music star Tyler Hubbard
  • Canepa’s Comments: Round 7 – Donington Park
  • Pol Espargaro to substitute Maverick Viñales at 2025 Grand Prix of Czechia
  • Cardo’s PACKTALK EDGE is the Communicator Of Choice For This Year’s Red Bull Romaniacs
  • The Ducati Lenovo Team returns to race at the historic Automotodrom in Brno
  • RED BULL KTM FACTORY RACING’S AARON PLESSINGER RULED OUT OF WASHOUGAL NATIONAL
  • TOM VIALLE SIDELINED FOR WASHOUGAL ROUND OF PRO MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP
  • 2026 Triumph TF-250X Review
  • 2026 Triumph Scrambler 400XC Review
  • Pirelli takes on the new Brno asphalt with two development rear tyres for Moto2
  • Indian Riders Fest 2025 Wraps Up Historic Fifth Edition with Record-Breaking Attendance at Stunning New Location
  • HARLEY-DAVIDSON X DYNOJET FACTORY RIDER KYLE WYMAN DOUBLES TO DOMINATE KING OF THE BAGGERS AT LAGUNA SECA
  • WorldSBK hat-trick at Donington: Toprak Razgatlioglu takes World Championship lead
  • Josh Herrin extends his championship lead following an eventful weekend at Laguna Seca

Stay connected

  • facebook
  • Twitter
  • Youtube

Popular Post Tags

2022 2023 2024 adventure Australia benefits BMW canada competition cruiser dual sport Ducati ebike electric Europe features guide Harley-Davidson honda husqvarna Kawasaki KTM motocross MotoGP motorcycle MSRP News off road photos review specifications specs sport standard street Superbike supermoto supersport suzuki technical touring UK USA WorldSBK yamaha

About Total Motorcycle (TMW)

NEWEST ARTICLES
  • Motorcycle Week Update: Speedway Racing, Basic Bikes and Wheelies!
    February 21, 2025
  • Interactive Friday: Big Motorcycle Engines! Helmet Visors & New Tires!
    February 7, 2025
  • Two-Wheeled Trouble: Motorcycle Prices to Spike with New Tariffs!
    February 3, 2025
  • Interactive Friday: Motorcycle Meme Inline-12 Power!
    January 31, 2025
  • Interactive Friday: It’s All About You Week!
    January 24, 2025
  • Interactive Friday: Bad to the Bone Riding Week!
    January 17, 2025
  • Interactive Friday: Buying Electric in 2025? Slow Speeds & Shocks!
    January 10, 2025
  • Interactive Friday: Bucket List Bikes, Women Mechanics & 2025 Arrives!
    January 3, 2025
  • Interactive Friday: Merry Christmas 2024 from TMW!
    December 20, 2024
  • Interactive Friday: Best Bike Colors, Hottest Rides, Best Trips!
    November 22, 2024
FRESHEST NEWS
  • Marco Bezzecchi with just a few minutes from the end crashes at Brno
    July 19, 2025
  • Marc Márquez and the Ducati Lenovo Team take the Sprint win at Brno
    July 19, 2025
  • MotoGP Sprint breakthrough: Acosta and Bastianini on the podium in Czechia
    July 19, 2025
  • Promising start for Aprilia Racing in Brno
    July 18, 2025
  • Marc Márquez and the Ducati Lenovo Team have enjoyed an excellent start to the Grand Prix of Czechia
    July 18, 2025
  • Dates Announced for 2026 H-D Homecoming Festival
    July 16, 2025
  • Custom Indian Chieftain PowerPlus crafted for country music star Tyler Hubbard
    July 16, 2025
  • Canepa’s Comments: Round 7 – Donington Park
    July 16, 2025
  • Pol Espargaro to substitute Maverick Viñales at 2025 Grand Prix of Czechia
    July 16, 2025
  • Cardo’s PACKTALK EDGE is the Communicator Of Choice For This Year’s Red Bull Romaniacs
    July 16, 2025
TMW on SOCIAL MEDIA
  • Follow us on X / Twitter
  • Follow us on Youtube
  • Follow us on Facebook
  • Follow us on Pinterest
  • Follow us on Instagram
  • Follow us on LinkedIn
  • Advertise on TMW Today
  • Contact Us
  • Media
  • Site Map
  • Privacy Policy

Copyright © 1999 - 2025 | Total Motorcycle ∙ 13 Billion Hits ∙ 25 Years ∙ 425 million Readers ∙ 1 Great Motorcycling Community!