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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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GLOBAL GRID TAKES SHAPE AHEAD OF BAGGER WORLD CUP OPENER IN AUSTIN TEXAS

Mar 17, 2026 Michael Le Pard
  Milwaukee (March 17, 2026) – As the inaugural season of the FIM Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup approaches its opening event in Austin, Texas, Harley-Davidson and MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group have announced a further update […]
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Mateo Oliveira and Rockstar Energy Husqvarna win The Golden Shamrock Hare Scramble

Mar 17, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Mateo Oliveira took victory in Round 3 of the 2026 AMA West Hare Scrambles (WHS) at Fort Sage on Sunday, extending his advantage in the Pro Class point-standings.   West […]
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MV AGUSTA ANNOUNCES GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP WITH DHL SUPPLY CHAIN

Mar 17, 2026 Michael Le Pard
MV Agusta is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with DHL Supply Chain, that will redefine efficiency, precision, and customer satisfaction in the management of spare parts and accessories logistics. At the end of […]
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New challenge for Aprilia Racing in Brazil

Mar 17, 2026 Michael Le Pard
MARCO BEZZECCHI AND JORGE MARTÍN IN GOIÂNIA FOR THE FIRST TIME Aprilia Racing is ready to get back on the track for the second round of the season, this time on the renovated Autódromo Internacional […]
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First round of Italian Pro Prestige Motocross Championship in Ottobiano

Mar 17, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Lupino and the Desmo450 MX win and secure a red plate in the premier class The first round of the Italian Pro Prestige Motocross Championship was held today on the sandy track in Ottobiano, about […]
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Brazilian circuit Moto2 and Moto3 sessions extended by 10 minutes

Mar 17, 2026 Michael Le Pard
One extra set for the longer sessions. TheAutódromo Internacional de Goiânia – Ayrton Senna, which will host the Grand Prix of Brazil, previously welcomed the Motorcycle World Championship in the late 1980s but has recently been […]
Oil and Gas Prices Surge Pump Costs Amid Middle East Conflict!
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Oil and Gas Prices Surge Pump Costs Amid Middle East Conflict!

Mar 16, 2026 Michael Le Pard
With oil and gas prices surging pump costs is this the break motorcycle manufactures were looking for to lift sagging sales? Will we see more new riders on the road? Will this instead be the […]
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Josh Roper Joins TrialStoreUSA Trials Team

Mar 15, 2026 Michael Le Pard
  TrialStoreUSA and Beta USA are thrilled to announce the addition of Pro Class standout Josh Roper to the TrialStoreUSA team for the 2026 NATC MotoTrials Championship season. Roper, a veteran competitor with multiple championships and Pro […]
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Couple of Top Five Finishes in Talladega Alabama Mud

Mar 15, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Talladega, AL Round Three March 8th, 2026 A Couple of Top Five Finishes in Alabama Mud   At the 2026 Talladega GNCC, the Liqui Moly Factory Beta team navigated a race of attrition through Alabama mud […]
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DeMartile Conquers Lake Havasu at WORCS Round Three

Mar 15, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Lake Havasu, CA Round Three March 8th, 2026 DeMartile Conquers Lake Havasu at WORCS Round Three At the 2026 WORCS Round 3 “Island Invasion GP” in Lake Havasu, Beta Factory Rider, Dare DeMartile secured his first Pro […]
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BMW Motorrad ADV-X returns for 2026 with reimagined backcountry route across the Canadian Rockies.

Mar 15, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Richmond Hill, ON.  BMW Motorrad ADV-X returns in 2026 with an all-new format, inviting GS riders from across Canada to experience an adventure reimagined. From September 6–12, 2026, participants will traverse a predominantly off-road route from […]
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Husqvarna Mobility extends Premium Manufacturer’s Warranty to all street motorcycles

Mar 15, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Husqvarna Mobility has announced a significant enhancement to its Premium Manufacturer’s Warranty program, which now includes all street-legal motorcycles from Model Year 2025 onwards.   The updated warranty coverage applies across the brand’s entire street […]
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KTM’S WARRANTY EXTENDS FOUR-YEAR COVERAGE FOR 2025 MOTORCYCLES

Mar 15, 2026 Michael Le Pard
KTM is extending the scope of its free KTM PREMIUM MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY making the existing four-year coverage valid for all street-legal motorcycles, starting with model year 2025, across all segments and engine sizes within the […]
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Aprilia RS 660 wins MotoAmerica season opener at Daytona

Mar 15, 2026 Michael Le Pard
  HANK VOSSBERG (ROBEM ENGINEERING) TRIUMPHS IN RACE 1 AND SECURES PODIUM IN RACE 2; PARRISH TAKES POLE POSITION ON THE ITALIAN BIKE Aprilia enjoyed a stellar season opener in MotoAmerica. Hank Vossberg emerged as […]
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APRILIA TUAREG RACING WELCOMES THOMAS MARINI AND DOUBLES ITS 2026 SEASON COMMITMENTS WITH THE TUAREG RALLY

Mar 15, 2026 Michael Le Pard
THE RIDER FROM SAN MARINO JOINS JACOPO CERUTTI IN THE TOUT TERRAIN RALLY CUP EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP MARCO MENICHINI AND FRANCESCO MONTANARI CONTINUE THE APRILIA TUAREG RACING CAMPAIGN IN THE ITALIAN MOTORALLY STARTING AT THE END […]

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