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.

DESTINATION ADRENALINE: New 2027 Kawasaki Motorcycles!

Oct 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard

No need to wait in line for the movie, You can see everything Kawasaki has just launched, right here, right now on TMW. With more excitement than a Tesla Roader or Flying Car (ok, […]

TOTAL DOMINANCE FOR APRILIA TUAREG RACING, WINNING EVERY RACE ON ITS EUROPEAN DEBUT

Oct 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Milan, 19 October 2026 – For the first time in its history, Aprilia Tuareg Racing has secured the overall title in the 2026 European Tout Terrain Rally Cup Championship, with Thomas Marini claiming victory […]

Over one million laps and 23 seasons of records and track-to-road innovation

Oct 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard

As the Official Sole Tyre Supplier 2004-2026, Pirelli greatly contributed to the Championship’s technical evolution, turning the competitions into an innovation and test lab for track-developed technology and performance, then transferred to road tyres […]

36 wins in 36 races the first time ever in World Superbike history

Oct 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Only one final piece was missing to complete a season that will be etched in WorldSBK history forever. Bulega delivered it in Race 2 at Jerez de la Frontera, rounding off a perfect weekend with […]

WorldSBK season finale with emotional farewell to “Petrux”

Oct 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Jerez de la Frontera. The season finale of the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) was an emotional occasion for BMW Motorrad Motorsport, marking a heartfelt farewell. Danilo Petrucci (ITA) contested his final races on the […]

Herrera retains her WorldWCR crown

Oct 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Bulega’s star performance at Jerez, on Pirelli’s standard-range tyres The newly crowned Ducati World Champion and 2 other riders were the only ones to opt for the standard-range medium front compound, and this strategy helped […]

Australian Grand Prix to be held at Phillip Island for the last time

Oct 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard

For the Australian Grand Prix, to be held at Phillip Island for the last time, Pirelli will introduce a new hard-compound rear tyre in Moto2™ · The last Grand Prix at Phillip Island. The 2026 […]

Beyond the Bike: Two Championships per year. Every year. For two decades straight

Oct 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard

2026 saw Toni Bou, the ‘King of Trials’ win an incredible 40th FIM World title Winning run for invincible pairing of Bou and Repsol Honda HRC stretches back to 2007 Comprising both national and […]

Centenary edition of the world’s oldest off-road motorcycle competition

Oct 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Metzeler tyres help Italy and Andrea Verona achieve success at the 6DAYS® FIM Enduro of Nations At the centenary edition of the world’s oldest off-road motorcycle competition, Italy, with the support of Metzeler MCE 6 […]

ANDREA VERONA CLAIMS MAIDEN INDIVIDUAL WIN AT 6DAYS 2026

Oct 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Andrea Verona has secured his first ever individual win at the 6DAYS following a memorable performance in Grândola, Portugal. In addition, and to round out an exceptional season of racing, the […]

Ryder LeBlond makes it consecutive AMA EnduroCross podiums in Nampa

Oct 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Ryder LeBlond secured his second-consecutive podium finish of the 2026 AMA EnduroCross Championship with third overall inside Nampa’s Ford Idaho Center on Saturday night. AMA EnduroCross Championship – Round […]