Articles by Michael Le Pard

About Michael Le Pard

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.

FIM Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup XG750R wins Lima Half-Mile

Jul 2, 2026 Michael Le Pard

BAUMAN RACES HARLEY-DAVIDSON XG750R TO FIFTH STRAIGHT AFT SUPERTWINS WIN AT LIMA HALF MILE Kopp Puts Harley-Davidson XG750R on Race II Podium and Keeps Series Points Lead MILWAUKEE (June 28, 2026) – Super.com/Rick Ware […]

Lenovo becomes Title Partner of the Lenovo V2 Future Champ Academy

Jul 2, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Lenovo supports the development of the next generation of Ducati racing talent through the Lenovo V2 Future Champ Academy – Garage 51 | DUCATI Lenovo’s technology will support the academy in enhancing the riders’ […]

NEXTGEN TRIALS – Tennessee

Jul 2, 2026 Michael Le Pard

NEXTGEN TRIALS – Tennessee June 19th-21st The Next Gen MotoTrials Youth and Women’s Eastern Regional Championship returned to the legendary Trials Training Center in Tennessee two weekends ago, bringing together over 50 riders […]

Roberts Continues His Podium Streak at West Hare Scrambles in Bellingham

Jul 2, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Liqui Moly Beta Factory Racing’s Zane Roberts put on a stellar performance at Round 6 of the AMA West Hare Scrambles Regional Championship, tackling the tight, technical woods of Hannegan Speedway at the Great Escape […]

Strang & Walker with Another Collective Top Ten Finish at Snowshoe

Jul 2, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Snowshoe, WV Round Nine June 28th, 2026 Strang & Walker with Another Collective Top Ten Finish Liqui Moly Beta Factory Racing tackled the brutal, rain-slicked slopes of Snowshoe Mountain Resort for Round 9 of […]

2026 MotoAmerica Quad-Lock Superbike Championship

Jul 2, 2026 Michael Le Pard

SDK and BMW M 1000 RR capture their 2nd win of the 2026 Superbike season. Six podium finishes in eight races for the OrangeCat Racing team. Jayson Uribe picks up valuable Championship points with heroic 8th place […]

PRODAY 2026 BRINGS CHAMPIONS, SPECIAL BIKES AND SHARED PASSION BACK TO MISANO

Jul 2, 2026 Michael Le Pard

At Misano World Circuit, a day filled with track action, legendary figures from the world of motorcycle racing, exclusive bikes, padel, music, partners, and authentic moments. Among those in attendance were Jorge Lorenzo, Loris Capirossi, […]

NOELLE STRENGTHENS GRASP ON CHAMPIONSHIP AFTER EVENTFUL RIDGE MOTORSPORTS PARK

Jul 2, 2026 Michael Le Pard

SHELTON, Washington – July 1, 2026 – The Royal Enfield Build.Train.Race. championship delivered another thrilling weekend of competition, with the series showcasing close racing, rider development, and determination in the face of changing weather conditions over […]

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP and MX2 Ready to Send It in South Africa

Jul 2, 2026 Michael Le Pard

After an 18-year hiatus, MXGP returns to Africa for the 11th round of the FIM Motocross World Championship, and the Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP and MX2 teams are primed for the challenge. Held […]

Yamaha Factory Racing Team and YART Ready for Suzuka After Strong Test

Jul 2, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Ahead of the Suzuka 8 Hours race weekend, the Yamaha Factory Racing Team riders Katsuyuki Nakasuga, Jack Miller and Andrea Locatelli, and the Yamalube YART Yamaha EWC Official Team trio of Marvin Fritz, Karel […]

FIM Trial World Championship class structure is a ladder to success

Jun 30, 2026 Michael Le Pard

The class structure of the Hertz FIM Trial World Championship is not there simply to split the entry up in terms of age, skill and engine capacity, it is a carefully considered career ladder […]

Latest Honda car and motorcycle models at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2026

Jun 30, 2026 Michael Le Pard

The Prelude HRC Concept makes its world premiere dynamic appearance at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, driven by Jessica Hawkins, Aston Martin Aramco Formula 1™ Team Ambassador Driver and F1™ Academy Director, with additional laps […]

Markus Flasch takes over the position as Head of BMW Motorrad

Jun 30, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Munich: Markus Flasch will take over the position as Head of BMW Motorrad on 1 November 2023. In his current role as product line manager, Flasch is responsible for the development and conception of all […]

New Honda’s 2027 Motorcycle Models Wow Riders

Jun 29, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Today’s Honda confuses me. It’s like you have two competing corporate ideals, one is listen to what riders want, the other is ignoring riders completely. Take the new CB1000F. It delivers timeless appeal of an […]

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing and Korie Steede take Snowshoe GNCC WXC victory

Jun 29, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Defending WXC Class Champion Korie Steede claimed a hard-fought victory in Round 9 of the 2026 Grand National Cross Country Series at the Snowshoe GNCC, as Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing teammate Mateo Oliveira secured […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

FIM Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup XG750R wins Lima Half-Mile

Lenovo becomes Title Partner of the Lenovo V2 Future Champ Academy

NEXTGEN TRIALS – Tennessee

Roberts Continues His Podium Streak at West Hare Scrambles in Bellingham

Strang & Walker with Another Collective Top Ten Finish at Snowshoe

2026 MotoAmerica Quad-Lock Superbike Championship

PRODAY 2026 BRINGS CHAMPIONS, SPECIAL BIKES AND SHARED PASSION BACK TO MISANO

NOELLE STRENGTHENS GRASP ON CHAMPIONSHIP AFTER EVENTFUL RIDGE MOTORSPORTS PARK

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP and MX2 Ready to Send It in South Africa

Yamaha Factory Racing Team and YART Ready for Suzuka After Strong Test

FIM Trial World Championship class structure is a ladder to success

Latest Honda car and motorcycle models at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2026

Markus Flasch takes over the position as Head of BMW Motorrad

New Honda’s 2027 Motorcycle Models Wow Riders

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing and Korie Steede take Snowshoe GNCC WXC victory

Reliable Dominance: New 2027 Yamaha Supersport & Off-Road Competition Range

Bikers Dictionary: Taste the Freedom. Feel the Ride. Learn the Language.

2027 Kawasaki Kraziness! 22 New Motorbikes Reviewed at TMW!

2027 Ducati Classics are Back! 10 liveries & 100 numbered bikes

First 2026 BMW Street and Dirt Monsters Arrive!