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.

Solid second day for KTM in scorching Indonesia MotoGP Sprint

Sep 28, 2024 Michael Le Pard

#33 and #43 will reset and go again tomorrow. MotoGP fans can look forward to another 27-lap spectacle from 09.00 CET on Sunday. Jack Miller, 16th in qualification, 11th in the Sprint: “A solid […]

The Ducati Lenovo Team scores sensational one-two finish at Indonesian Grand Prix

Sep 28, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Bagnaia and Ducati Lenovo Team back to winning ways in Mandalika Sprint Race, while Bastianini is second at the line • Five Ducati machines in the race top 5: Marc Márquez is third with the […]

Really nice to ride again and get familiar with my R1 in WorldSBK

Sep 27, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Rea and Locatelli Return to Work for Friday Free Practice in Aragon Pata Prometeon Yamaha returned to work with Jonathan Rea and Andrea Locatelli for the first day of competition at MotorLand Aragon, Round 10 […]

Seventh pole position for Adrian Huertas in WorldSSP at Aragon

Sep 27, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Bulega third and Bautista fourth at the end of free practice at Aragon. Seventh pole position for Huertas in WorldSSP It was a solid Friday for the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team with Nicolò Bulega […]

WorldSBK Remy Gardner and Marvin Fritz returned to action at Motorland Aragon Spain

Sep 27, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Gardner Pushes On in Aragon Remy Gardner and Marvin Fritz returned to action as the tenth round of the 2024 FIM Superbike World Championship commenced at Motorland Aragon, Spain. Both GYTR GRT Yamaha riders faced […]

2025 Motorcycle Models

Interactive Friday: Modern Bike or Vintage? Brand Loyalty & Stuff!

Sep 27, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Are you ready for another Interactive Friday at Total Motorcycle? This week’s Modern Bike or Vintage? Brand Loyalty & Stuff title might make you scratch your head wondering, but they were are Top 3 topics […]

MXGP & MX2 Teams Set for Season Finale in Spain!

Sep 27, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP & MX2 Teams Set for Season Finale in Spain! The Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP and MX2 teams are ready for the 20th and final round of the 2024 FIM […]

Topping the timesheets on opening day at Mandalika Circuit

Sep 27, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Bastianini and the Ducati Lenovo Team top the timesheets on opening day at Mandalika Circuit. Bagnaia is fourth • Five Ducati machines in the top 5: Jorge Martín is second with the Desmosedici GP of […]

New technical partnership with REV’IT! for MotoAmerica Talent Cup

Sep 26, 2024 Michael Le Pard

EST FARGO, NORTH DAKOTA – September 24, 2024 – Krämer Motorcycles USA is excited to announce a technical partnership with REV’IT! for the new MotoAmerica Talent Cup. The partnership sees REV’IT! supporting Krämer Motorcycles USA’s development […]

Krämer Motorcycles USA Partners with KYT Americas for the MotoAmerica Talent Cup

Sep 26, 2024 Michael Le Pard

September 2024 – KYT Americas will officially partner with Krämer Motorcycles USA for the upcoming inaugural season of the MotoAmerica Talent Cup, to provide competitors with a support package that incentivizes and rewards those entering the […]

Eyes on 2024 Steel Commander MotoAmerica Superbike Championship

Sep 26, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Destiny beckons for Josh Herrin and Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati as Herrin sets his eyes on the 2024 Steel Commander MotoAmerica Superbike Championship Sunnyvale, Calif., September 25, 2024 — After eight rounds of white-knuckle racing, it […]

Zink Ranch National Enduro Results in Oklahoma

Sep 26, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Sand Springs, OK Round Nine September 22nd, 2024 Zink Ranch National Enduro Recap The National Enduro series descended on the Zink Ranch in Oklahoma. This was the home to the 1994 ISDE, which was […]

MV AGUSTA AT THE MILANO WATCH WEEK

Sep 26, 2024 Michael Le Pard

MV AGUSTA AT THE MILANO WATCH WEEK: A MOTORCYCLE BRAND THAT PERFECTLY COMPLEMENTS HIGH-END WATCHES MV Agusta is gearing up for the first-ever edition of the Milano Watch Week. The Varese-based motorcycle brand will showcase […]

Billy Bolt excited to return to FIM Hard Enduro World Championship

Sep 26, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Five-time world champion Billy Bolt is all set to return to racing at Sea to Sky, held in Kemer, Turkey, for round six of the 2024 FIM Hard Enduro World Championship on October 10-12. After […]

2024 WorldSBK season gets underway at Motorland circuit in Aragon Spain

Sep 26, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Just a few days after the Cremona round, the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team is already hard at work at the Motorland circuit in the Teruel region of Spain. Nicolò Bulega enters the Aragon weekend […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

Solid second day for KTM in scorching Indonesia MotoGP Sprint

The Ducati Lenovo Team scores sensational one-two finish at Indonesian Grand Prix

Really nice to ride again and get familiar with my R1 in WorldSBK

Seventh pole position for Adrian Huertas in WorldSSP at Aragon

WorldSBK Remy Gardner and Marvin Fritz returned to action at Motorland Aragon Spain

Interactive Friday: Modern Bike or Vintage? Brand Loyalty & Stuff!

MXGP & MX2 Teams Set for Season Finale in Spain!

Topping the timesheets on opening day at Mandalika Circuit

New technical partnership with REV’IT! for MotoAmerica Talent Cup

Krämer Motorcycles USA Partners with KYT Americas for the MotoAmerica Talent Cup

Eyes on 2024 Steel Commander MotoAmerica Superbike Championship

Zink Ranch National Enduro Results in Oklahoma

MV AGUSTA AT THE MILANO WATCH WEEK

Billy Bolt excited to return to FIM Hard Enduro World Championship

2024 WorldSBK season gets underway at Motorland circuit in Aragon Spain

Amazing 2026 MV Agusta Brutale Oro & New 240hp 16000 rpm 5-cylinder engine!

2026 Royal Enfield: Pivotal New Chapter & Monumental Milestone!

Exciting New 2026 Yamaha Motorcycles Celebrate 70th Anniversary

New Retro Redux: 2026 Suzuki GSX-8T and GSX-8TT motorcycles!