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.

2026 NATC Rounds 3 & 4 Recap

May 29, 2026 Michael Le Pard

San Ysidro, NM Rounds three and four of the 2026 AMA NATC National MotoTrials Championship Series brought the paddock to the grueling, high-altitude terrain of San Ysidro, New Mexico, testing riders with baking heat and […]

Between an “Amarcord” Atmosphere and 100 Years to Celebrate

May 29, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Adrenaline, passion, and the embrace of all Ducatisti for the Italian GP, which was held for the first time at Mugello 50 years ago (1976). A special weekend with the confirmation that Marc Márquez […]

Motorland circuit of Aragon for the sixth round of the 2026 WorldSBK season

May 29, 2026 Michael Le Pard

The 2026 WorldSBK season is approaching the halfway point. The sixth of the twelve rounds on the calendar will get underway tomorrow at 10.35 am with the first free practice session of the Aragon Round in Spain. Nicolò […]

Scorching hot Friday at MotorLand Aragon

May 29, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Free practice for the Aragon Round, the sixth weekend of the 2026 WorldSBK season, put the riders to the test amid sweltering temperatures of nearly 40°C in the air, with peak track temperatures of 60°C recorded. Nicolò […]

Mugello: Francesco Bagnaia second, Marc Márquez sixth

May 29, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Fabio Di Giannantonio tops the Friday timesheets with the Ducati of the VR46 Racing Team The Ducati Lenovo Team completed the opening day of action at the Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello, host of the seventh […]

Solid Friday for Aprilia Racing in Mugello

May 29, 2026 Michael Le Pard

BOTH FACTORY RIDERS STRAIGHT THROUGH TO Q2: MARCO BEZZECCHI SEVENTH AND JORGE MARTÍN EIGHTH Aprilia Racing closed out the first day of practice on the Mugello Circuit with positive results. Marco Bezzecchi finished FP1 fourteenth […]

Piaggio Group: Aprilia Racing and Monster Energy sign a multi-year sponsorship agreement

May 29, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Fri, 29/05/2026 – 11:47 The agreement, announced during the Grand Prix of Italy, launches the partnership from 2026 Milan, 29 May 2026 – Aprilia Racing, the Piaggio Group’s (PIA.MI) team, and Monster Energy announce a new, multi-year partnership which, beginning from the […]

Aprilia Racing and Monster Energy sign a multi-year sponsorship agreement

May 29, 2026 Michael Le Pard

THE AGREEMENT, ANNOUNCED DURING THE GRAND PRIX OF ITALY, LAUNCHES THE PARTNERSHIP FROM 2026 Aprilia Racing and Monster Energy announce a new, multi-year partnership which, beginning from the 2026 Grand Prix of Italy, sees the […]

Challenging Conditions at Aragon on Friday for Pata Maxus Yamaha as Temperatures Soar

May 29, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Andrea Locatelli and Xavi Vierge started work in Friday Free Practice for what will prove to be the hottest race weekend of the 2026 FIM Superbike World Championship so far at MotorLand Aragon today, refining […]

Arenas Claims Home Pole at Aragon by 0.015 Seconds

May 29, 2026 Michael Le Pard

WorldSSP championship leader Albert Arenas will start Race 1 at his home round at MotorLand Aragón from pole position after narrowly securing top spot in Superpole by just 0.015 seconds. After finishing ninth in Friday’s […]

Scorching Opening Day at MotorLand Aragón for GYTR GRT Yamaha

May 29, 2026 Michael Le Pard

The GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team completed a hot opening day at MotorLand Aragón, Spain, for Round 6 of the 2026 FIM Superbike World Championship, with Remy Gardner concluding 16th overall, while Manzi finished 19th […]

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP & MX2 Riders Ready to Rebound at MXGP of Germany!

May 29, 2026 Michael Le Pard

After a hard-fought weekend in France, the Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP and MX2 teams are eager to bounce back as they head to Teutschenthal, Germany, for round seven of the FIM Motocross World […]

Walker Showcases Elite Speed Despite Setback at Cherokee Enduro

May 28, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Greensboro, GA Round Four May 24th, 2026 Walker Showcases Elite Speed Despite Setback at Cherokee Enduro Round four of the National Enduro brought premium, high-traction conditions to the deep ruts and flowing trails of the Georgia […]

Roberts Secures Hard Fought Podium at Technical Glen Helen WHS

May 28, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Glen Helen, CA Round Four May 24th, 2026 Roberts Secures Hard Fought Podium at Technical Glen Helen WHS Round four of the AMA West Hare Scrambles Regional Championship Series brought a grueling, highly technical challenge to Glen […]

VESPA ROMA 2026 – 80 YEARS OF AN ICON

May 28, 2026 Michael Le Pard

HE ETERNAL CITY WELCOMES THE CELEBRATIONS FOR THE 80TH ANNIVERSARY OF A TIMELESS ICON FROM JUNE 25 TO 28, FOUR DAYS OF FESTIVITIES AND EVENTS OPEN TO ALL: MUSIC, EXHIBITIONS, GAMES, SPECIAL GUESTS, AND ENDLESS […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

2026 NATC Rounds 3 & 4 Recap

Between an “Amarcord” Atmosphere and 100 Years to Celebrate

Motorland circuit of Aragon for the sixth round of the 2026 WorldSBK season

Scorching hot Friday at MotorLand Aragon

Mugello: Francesco Bagnaia second, Marc Márquez sixth

Solid Friday for Aprilia Racing in Mugello

Piaggio Group: Aprilia Racing and Monster Energy sign a multi-year sponsorship agreement

Aprilia Racing and Monster Energy sign a multi-year sponsorship agreement

Challenging Conditions at Aragon on Friday for Pata Maxus Yamaha as Temperatures Soar

Arenas Claims Home Pole at Aragon by 0.015 Seconds

Scorching Opening Day at MotorLand Aragón for GYTR GRT Yamaha

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP & MX2 Riders Ready to Rebound at MXGP of Germany!

Walker Showcases Elite Speed Despite Setback at Cherokee Enduro

Roberts Secures Hard Fought Podium at Technical Glen Helen WHS

VESPA ROMA 2026 – 80 YEARS OF AN ICON

Stunner 6-cylinder 2027 BMW Vision K18: We Are Ready For Blastoff!

New 2027 Husqvarna Motocrossers: Completely Updated for ’27!

New 2027 MV Agusta Rush Titanio: May the 4th be With You!

New 2026 Honda Icons Return + More Tariffs + USMCA Dead?