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  • [ Jun 18, 2026 ] FIM Trial World Championship resumes with TrialGP of Italy News
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  • [ Jun 18, 2026 ] MXGP Makes Historic Return to Montevarchi with Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Stars Hungry for Success News
  • [ Jun 16, 2026 ] The Piaggio Group and Rome celebrate the Vespa’s 80th anniversary News
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  • [ Jun 16, 2026 ] Bou and Rabino double up as TrialGP of Andorra concludes News
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  • [ Jun 15, 2026 ] YRHC to Bring History to Life at the Yamaha Racing Experience News
  • [ Jun 15, 2026 ] Husqvarna Factory Racing and FMF Racing powering ahead together News
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  • [ Jun 14, 2026 ] Major challenges masterfully overcome: Pure fighting spirit at Misano! News
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Michael Le Pard (“Mr. Totalmotorcycle”) is the Founder of Total Motorcycle, the world’s largest motorcycle information site, trusted by over 430 million riders since 1999. With over 34 years of experience in motorcycles, gear and rider culture, he has built a global community dedicated to empowering and inspiring motorcyclists. Total Motorcycle remains his passion project. Combining expert research, hands‑on knowledge and a commitment to helping riders make informed decisions about bikes, gear and safety worldwide.
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FIM Trial World Championship resumes with TrialGP of Italy

Jun 18, 2026 Michael Le Pard
With less than a week to regroup following their most recent heroics in Andorra, the world’s best Trial riders resume the fight for honours in the 2026 Hertz FIM Trial World Championship at round three […]
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MCL26 Sponsored by Bikesure at NEC Birmingham from 21–29 November

Jun 18, 2026 Michael Le Pard
NEWS       TRAVEL       TICKETS  MCL26 is THE Ultimate Family Day Out MCL26, Sponsored by Bikesure, is returning to the NEC Birmingham from 21–29 November, and we’re packing all nine days with high-octane, […]
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All-new 2026 R7 takes Double Podium on Debut with Carter Thompson and Team BrCorse

Jun 18, 2026 Michael Le Pard
  The all-new 2026 Yamaha R7 took two podiums on its debut in the FIM Sportbike World Championship at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli this past weekend in the hands of Australian rider Carter […]
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MXGP Makes Historic Return to Montevarchi with Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Stars Hungry for Success

Jun 18, 2026 Michael Le Pard
  MXGP heads to the hills of Tuscany this weekend for round nine of the FIM Motocross World Championship, bringing the series back to the old-school venue of Montevarchi, Italy, for the first time in […]
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The Piaggio Group and Rome celebrate the Vespa’s 80th anniversary

Jun 16, 2026 Michael Le Pard
VESPA ROMA 2026 – 80 YEARS OF AN ICON The Eternal City sponsors and hosts the largest Vespa event ever, with enthusiasts riding in from all over the world A four-day festival for everyone at […]
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Aprilia Racing takes on a new challenge in the Czech Republic

Jun 16, 2026 Michael Le Pard
MARCO BEZZECCHI AND JORGE MARTÍN PRESENT ON THE BRNO CIRCUIT Following a week-long break after the GP of Hungary, Aprilia Racing prepares to tackle the ninth round of the season on the historic Brno track […]
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Biker Fest International Celebrates 40 Years of the Custom Bike Show with Carl Fogarty

Jun 16, 2026 Michael Le Pard
An old-school BSA chopper celebrating friendship and life on the road takes the IMC Best in Show title, while Varese-based workshop Mannaia triumphs in the AMD Championship and receives the prestigious “Foggy’s Best” award presented […]
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Bou and Rabino double up as TrialGP of Andorra concludes

Jun 16, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Toni Bou (Montesa) continued his mission to rewrite the record books on day two of the TrialGP of Andorra – round two of the 2026 Hertz FIM Trial World Championship – when he parted with […]
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Canepa’s Comments: Round 7 – Misano

Jun 16, 2026 Michael Le Pard
The second half of the 2026 FIM Superbike World Championship took place in the scorching heat of the Adriatic Coast this weekend as the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli played host to the seventh round […]
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Bikers Dictionary: Taste the Freedom. Feel the Ride. Learn the Language.

Jun 15, 2026 Michael Le Pard
What has 25,000 motorcycle words? The 26th TMW Bikers Dictionary! Not only is the Total Motorcycle Dictionary the original defining motorbike reference on the web, but it’s now bigger than ever (that’s what SHE SAID, […]
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YRHC to Bring History to Life at the Yamaha Racing Experience

Jun 15, 2026 Michael Le Pard
  The Yamaha Racing Heritage Club will return to the Yamaha Racing Experience at Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli from June 18-19, with Giacomo Agostini, Carlos Lavado and Luca Cadalora joining a special lineup of […]
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Husqvarna Factory Racing and FMF Racing powering ahead together

Jun 15, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Husqvarna Factory Racing and American exhaust manufacturer FMF Racing have extended their longstanding collaboration, continuing a successful international partnership that spans multiple championships and disciplines.   Already this season, the partnership has delivered significant results […]
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Pirelli confirms for Brno the winning allocation from last season

Jun 15, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Moto2™ riders will have the standard SC0 as their softer rear option, which was used at the circuit last year as the development specification E0125 · Allocation confirmed. For the Grand Prix of Czechia, scheduled for this weekend […]
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GARCIA TAKES DAY ONE ENDUROGP VICTORY IN PORTUGAL TO EXTEND CHAMPIONSHIP LEAD

Jun 14, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Josep Garcia and Andrea Verona continued their impressive 2026 FIM EnduroGP World Championship campaigns at round four in Fafe, Portugal. Garcia delivered another standout weekend aboard his KTM 250 EXC-F with victory on Saturday […]
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Major challenges masterfully overcome: Pure fighting spirit at Misano!

Jun 14, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Misano. The seventh round of the 2026 FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) at Misano (ITA) proved to be a challenge – one that BMW Motorrad Motorsport, the ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team, and its riders mastered […]

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