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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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Aprilia Racing ready for Malaysia challenge

Nov 4, 2026 Michael Le Pard

MotoGP’s flyaway tour continues in Malaysia, at the Petronas Sepang International Circuit, for the nineteenth round of the season. Jorge Martín will travel to Malaysia despite the non-displaced fracture of the distal radius he sustained […]

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Apolle Delivers Consistent Pro Performances as Gerston Wins Expert Class

Nov 4, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Beta USA riders Tim Apolle and Max Gerston competed at Round 3 of the 2026 AMA EnduroCross Championship at Angel of the Winds Arena in Everett, Washington, with Apolle finishing sixth overall in the Pro […]

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Walker Gets The Job Done At Ironman For GNCC Round 12

Nov 4, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Crawfordsville, IN Round Twelve October 25th, 2026 Walker Gets The Job Done At Ironman For GNCC Round 12 Liqui Moly Factory Beta Racing’s Jhak Walker earned another XC2 250 Pro class victory at Round 12 […]

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The Ducati Lenovo Team faces the Sepang challenge

Nov 4, 2026 Michael Le Pard

19th race of 2026 with the MotoGP circus flying to the Sepang International Circuit. A demanding track and a scorching, very humid climate that will put everyone to the test. A track where the […]

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Husqvarna Mobility to support multiple 250 teams for 2027 SMX season

Nov 4, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Mobility will support multiple 250 Class teams for the 2027 SMX World Championship season, aligning with both the AEO Powersports Husqvarna Racing Team and Toyota Redlands BarX Husqvarna across AMA Supercross, AMA Pro Motocross […]

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Ducati makes history at Suzuka: the first non-Japanese manufacturer to claim

Nov 4, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Ryo Mizuno, riding the Panigale V4 R for the SDG Ducati Team Kagayama, has been crowned champion of the All Japan Road Race Championship with 8 victories in 10 races Ducati is the first […]

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Beta USA hosted its first-ever Divisional Trial Event

Nov 4, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Divisional Trial Event Recap Beta USA hosted its first-ever Divisional Trial Event on Sunday, October 18th, at the historic Donner Ski Ranch in Norden, California. With Three-Time AMA National Trials Champion Scott Head serving as […]

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BMW MOTORRAD INVESTS IN E-MOBILITY STARTUP VENNA

Nov 4, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Partnership opens new opportunities in the growing electric off-road market. BMW Motorrad is investing in e-mobility start-up Venna, which specializes in high-performance electric motorcycles.The partnership opens up new opportunities in the growing market for […]

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FIM North America fields strong team for 2026 Goiás FIM Intercontinental Games

Nov 4, 2026 Michael Le Pard

FIM North America fields strong team for 2026 Goiás FIM Intercontinental Games The biennial FIM Intercontinental Games (ICG) returns this season for its second edition, with the 2026 Goiás FIM Intercontinental Games scheduled for 11–13 […]

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Alex Márquez finishes second with the Ducati of Gresini Racing MotoGP

Nov 4, 2026 Michael Le Pard

The Ducati Lenovo Team completed the opening day of action for the Grand Prix of Malaysia – the nineteenth event of the season – with Marc Márquez topping both sessions. Francesco Bagnaia, twelfth in […]

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A Friday of learning for Aprilia Racing at Sepang

Nov 4, 2026 Michael Le Pard

MARCO BEZZECCHI SIXTH, JORGE MARTÍN DECLARED FIT FOR GP. THIRD PLACE FOR AI OGURA OF THE SUPERFILE TRACKHOUSE MOTOGP TEAM Aprilia Racing ended the opening day of practice at the Sepang International Circuit with important […]

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Holgado and Quiles take pole in Sepang’s heat

Nov 4, 2026 Michael Le Pard

With Pirelli’s F0192 supersoft development rear option, Holgado secures his second Moto2™ pole of the season. Quiles claims his third victory of the year in Moto3™ · Holgado is back on pole. Daniel Holgado (Kalex) […]

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Very complex Sprint one where it was easy to make a mistake at Sepang

Nov 4, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Marc Márquez and the Ducati Lenovo Team secured second place in the nineteenth Sprint of the season, held at the Sepang International Circuit. Francesco Bagnaia, tenth in qualifying, finished the encounter in sixth position. […]

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Victory for Acosta in Malaysian MotoGP™ Sprint!

Nov 4, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM resumed their quest for MotoGP honors with Pedro Acosta’s impressive victory through the Malaysian Grand Prix Sprint today. Acosta judged damp conditions at Sepang perfectly on the KTM RC16 as the Spaniard […]

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Podium for Aprilia Racing in Malaysian sprint

Nov 4, 2026 Michael Le Pard

MARCO BEZZECCHI THIRD, JORGE MARTÍN ENDS HIS MALAYSIAN GP EARLY Aprilia Racing had a mixed Saturday at the Petronas Sepang International Circuit. Marco Bezzecchi started fifth on the grid and finished third in the sprint. […]

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