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"Mr. Totalmotorcycle". Owner and Founder of Total Motorcycle, the World’s Largest Motorcycle Site with over 425 million readers since 1999. Total Motorcycle is my pride and joy and being able to reach 425 million people has been incredible and I could not have done it without the support of my visitors, readers and members...thank you so much! We are all making a difference to millions of riders worldwide.
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Yamaha Motor Europe Confirm Extended WorldSBK Line Up For 2019

January 26, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Motor Europe is delighted to announce its official line up for the 2019 FIM Superbike World Championship. The Pata Yamaha WorldSBK Team will once again lead the way as Yamaha’s reference team, but this […]

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The Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team concludes its first test of 2019 at Jerez

January 25, 2019 Michael Le Pard

After a positive start yesterday, the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team successfully concluded its first tests of 2019 at Jerez de la Frontera (Spain). Alvaro Bautista and Chaz Davies clocked 103 and 58 laps respectively, […]

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Honda reveals a refreshed line-up on the roads as David Johnson joins Ian Hutchinson

January 25, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Honda is pleased to announce that David Johnson will line-up next to Ian Hutchinson on the roads, as the Honda Racing team prepares for the start of the 2019 road race season. Hutchinson and Johnson […]

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Ducati strengthens global sales in 2018 and takes the lead in the superbike segment

January 25, 2019 Michael Le Pard

53,004 Ducati motorcycles delivered The Panigale was the world’s best-seller in the superbike segment: in 2018, one in four was a Ducati Panigale Strong sales growth in China Borgo Panigale (Bologna, Italy), 25 January 2019 – […]

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Strong Start to 2019 Season for Yamaha WorldSBK Riders

January 25, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Alex Lowes got his 2019 WorldSBK campaign off to a flying start in the first test of the new season in Jerez this week. The Pata Yamaha WorldSBK rider finished the two-day test second on […]

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Yamaha Announces 2019 American Flat Track Contingency Program

January 25, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (January 24, 2019) – Yamaha announced today its 2019 American Flat Track Contingency Program totaling $440,500 – the largest contingency announcement for the 2019 season thus far.   The per-race contingency payouts are […]

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Kawasaki Confirms 2019 American Flat Track Contingency Program

January 24, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (January 23, 2019) – Kawasaki announced today its 2019 American Flat Track Contingency Program totaling $424,850 – boasting a 19% increase over its 2018 program.   The per-race and championship contingency payouts are available […]

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Voting for Harley-Davidson Battle of the Kings 2019 is now open

January 23, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The world’s biggest custom competition just hit the accelerator with more categories to compete in and more countries taking part. Our Custom Kings have been designing, building, crafting and fine tuning to create bikes that […]

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ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING’S JASON ANDERSON INJURED

January 23, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Jason Anderson injured in a practice crash following the third round of AMA Supercross During a routine practice day following Round 3 of the AMA Supercross World Championship series, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s, Jason […]

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Moto Guzzi Launches Pre-Order Website For 2019 Moto Guzzi V85 TT In USA and Canada

January 22, 2019 Michael Le Pard

BOOKING BEGINS FOR HIGHLY ANTICIPATED 2019 MODEL, WITH SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR THOSE WHO PRECEDE DEALERSHIP ARRIVAL WITH DEPOSIT THE NEW V85 TT IS THE ALL-TERRAIN MOTO GUZZI, FOR EVERY ROAD AND EVERY JOURNEY, PACKED WITH […]

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Production of the 2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 begins in Bologna

January 22, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The first Ducati Diavel 1260 rolls off the production line at Borgo Panigale Eagerly awaited new bike to arrive at dealerships in mid-February Borgo Panigale, Bologna, 21 January 2019 – The Borgo Panigale plant has begun […]

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Two Top 10s For Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Racing Team At Anaheim 2

January 21, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Racing Team overcame difficult conditions to finish in the top 10 at the first round of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Triple Crown. Rookie Aaron Plessinger continued to make progress […]

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ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING HAS SUCCESSFUL NIGHT AT ANAHEIM 2 SX TRIPLE CROWN

January 21, 2019 Michael Le Pard

MOSIMAN 8TH, ANDERSON 9TH AT ANGEL STADIUM The Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team lined up at Angel Stadium in Anaheim on Saturday for the second time this year for the Anaheim 2 Supercross, the […]

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Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing Team’s Ferrandis And Nichols Keep the Podiums Coming in Anaheim 2

January 20, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The competition was fierce and the track technical this weekend, making for a demanding first Monster Energy Supercross Triple Crown of the 2019 season. Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing’s Dylan Ferrandis and Colt Nichols once […]

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Harley-Davidson offers £1,000 voucher on Sportster or Softail models plus 9.9% financing

January 19, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Start your custom journey If you’ve been inspired by our Battle of the Kings contenders, why not start your own project bike build with a little help from us? For a limited time only, we’re […]

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The 2019 Mission Winnow Ducati team presented at Neuchâtel

January 19, 2019 Michael Le Pard

PMI President Science and Innovation Miroslaw Zielinski: “The team’s determination to improve race after race and to continuously push the boundaries of technology perfectly exemplify Mission Winnow” Ducati Motor Holding CEO Claudio Domenicali: “We want […]

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Introducing the new 425hp V8 2019 Yamaha F375 XTO

January 19, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha’s astonishing 425hp V8 XTO, launched only a few months ago, set new standards that got the world talking – not just by harnessing previously unreachable technologies, but by enhancing the user experience in ways […]

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DUCATI LAUNCHES 2019 “READY FOR RED” CROSS-COUNTRY TOUR

January 18, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Mountain View, Calif. (January 16, 2019) – Beginning this Friday, January 18, Ducati North America will be hitting the road with a distinctive selection of their 2019 models, including the world’s most powerful production motorcycle, […]

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SUZUKI PODIUMS AT DORTMUND ADAC SUPERCROSS

January 18, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – January 18. Charles Lefrancois – 2 – 4 Cole Martinez – 3 Cédric Soubeyras – 3 Thomas Do – 3 – 2 Suzuki riders raced to podiums at the final […]

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BMW Group Classic at Rétromobile 2019 in Paris

January 18, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Munich/Paris. Paris will become the city of love for classic cars for five days. At the Rétromobile 2019 exhibition, fans and potential purchasers of classic cars and motorcycles will find everything their hearts desire from […]

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TOP FIVE RESULTS FOR QUINTANILLA & SHORT AT 2019 DAKAR RALLY

January 18, 2019 Michael Le Pard

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING RIDERS SECURE FOURTH & FIFTH RESPECTIVELY AT THE 2019 EDITION OF THE WORLD’S TOUGHEST RALLY Crossing the finish line of the 2019 Dakar Rally today in Lima, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna […]

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Positive End To Xavier De Soultrait’s 2019 Dakar Rally Campaign

January 18, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Bringing their participation in the 2019 Dakar Rally to a close on Thursday, the Yamalube Yamaha Rally team saw WR450F Rally mounted Xavier de Soultrait secure a highly positive sixth place result in the rally’s […]

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DUCATI NORTH AMERICA BRINGS NEW 2019 MOTORCYCLES TO VANCOUVER MOTORCYCLE SHOW

January 18, 2019 Michael Le Pard

World’s Most Powerful Production Motorcycle, Ducati Panigale V4 R, to be shown for the first time in British Columbia The Land of Joy will be onsite with four new Scrambler Ducati models showcased along with […]

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Rider Inspiration: Research Study Finds Riding a Motorcycle is Healthy

January 17, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Motorcyclists have long championed riding as their main road to stress relief and positive mental health. Today, the results of a neurobiological study conducted by a team of three researchers from UCLA’s Semel Institute for […]

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FEDERICO FULIGNI AND MV AGUSTA REPARTO CORSE TOGETHER IN WSS FOR THE 2019 SEASON

January 17, 2019 Michael Le Pard

MV Agusta Reparto Corse Team, which will be participating in the World Supersport Championship, has chosen Federico Fuligni for the 2019 season. The Italian rider will join already confirmed Raffaele De Rosa. After last season […]

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Yamalube Yamaha Rally Endure Mixed Fortunes On Penultimate Dakar Stage

January 17, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Stage nine of this year’s Dakar brought mixed emotions to the Yamalube Yamaha Rally crew. With Xavier de Soultrait putting in another solid stage performance to secure a spot inside the top five in the […]

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PABLO QUINTANILLA IN WITH A FIGHTING CHANCE OF MAKING HISTORY IN PERU

January 17, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Claiming a solid third place result on the penultimate stage of the Dakar Rally, Pablo Quintanilla is currently placed second overall, one minute and two second behind the provisional leader. With one stage still to […]

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After 2 years of testing SBS releases DS-2 brake pads for motorcycles

January 16, 2019 Michael Le Pard

New Dynamic Racing Concept from SBS Unique combination of two brake pad compounds meets different braking preferences in racing After more than two years testing, the well-known racing brake pad compound DS-1 is now followed […]

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BMW Motorrad sells record 165,566 motorcycles in 2018

January 16, 2019 Michael Le Pard

BMW Motorrad sold more motorcycles and maxi scooters in 2018 than ever before. Compared to the strong previous year, deliveries increased by a further 0.9%. As of December 2018 a total of 165,566 vehicles (previous […]

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QUINTANILLA AND SHORT INSIDE THE TOP FIVE ON DAKAR’S STAGE EIGHT

January 16, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Making light work of a physically taxing stage of the Dakar Rally, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing riders Pablo Quintanilla and Andrew Short have both finished inside the top five on Tuesday’s stage eight. Picking […]

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Yamalube Yamaha Rally Riders Battle Through Challenging Stage Eight Of Dakar

January 16, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Battling through a physically demanding stage eight of the Dakar Rally, both Yamalube Yamaha Rally team riders have reached the Pisco bivouac and now look ahead to the last two days of racing in the […]

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2019 AMA Pro Hillclimb Schedule Released

January 16, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (January 15, 2019) – AMA Pro Hillclimb is pleased to announce its 2019 event schedule. The season will host a total of eight events, including two highly-anticipated returns to Laconia, NH and Spring […]

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Arai Helmets Renews Partnership with American Flat Track for 2019

January 15, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (January 14, 2019) – American Flat Track (AFT) is excited to announce the continuation of its partnership with Arai Helmet, Inc. for 2019, naming the industry leader in head protection as the […]

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Van Beveren Climbs To Second Overall After Dakar’s Stage Seven

January 15, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Putting in yet another solid stage performance today in Peru, Yamalube Yamaha Rally team rider Adrien Van Beveren has managed to move up three spots in the provisional overall standings. Currently holding the runner-up spot […]

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ANDREW SHORT CLAIMS TOP SIX RESULT ON STAGE SEVEN OF DAKAR

January 15, 2019 Michael Le Pard

In what was yet another challenging day of racing at this year’s Dakar Rally, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing team riders Andrew Short and Pablo Quintanilla enjoyed strong performances during Monday’s stage seven of the […]

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2019 BMW model spring updates

January 15, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Munich. BMW will introduce a wave of enticing additions to standard specification and broaden the array of options available ex-factory in spring 2019, delivering a further boost to driving pleasure and individuality in many of […]

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New 2019 BMW Z4 sDrive30i and 2020 BMW Z4 M40i Roadster

January 15, 2019 Michael Le Pard

New 255 hp and 382 hp BMW TwinPower Turbocharged engines. New sports chassis with a perfect 50:50 weight distribution. New soft top for reduced weight and greatly increased cargo space. Market Launch of the Z4 […]

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NAIAS News: 2020 Toyota Supra Launches $49,990. 4.1 sec. 335hp. The #Supra is Back

January 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DETROIT (Jan. 14, 2019) – Sports car enthusiasts have been waiting more than 20 years for the return of Supra and will soon be able to purchase the 2020 Toyota GR Supra for a Manufacturer’s Suggested […]

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SUZUKI GSX-R1000 DOMINATES NEW ZEALAND SUPERBIKES

January 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – January 14. Scott Moir – GSX-R1000 – 1-1-1 – 1st overall Sloan Frost – GSX-R1000 – 2-2-2 – 2nd overall Suzuki riders Scott Moir and Sloan Frost dominated the New […]

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Adrien Van Beveren Inside The Top Five On Dakar’s Stage Six

January 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The second part of the 2019 Dakar Rally has started today with Yamalube Yamaha Rally team riders battling through a demanding stage six of the event. Enjoying a stealthy performance in the dunes of Peru, […]

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PABLO QUINTANILLA WINS STAGE SIX OF DAKAR RALLY

January 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Claiming his first individual stage victory at this year’s Dakar Rally, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider Pablo Quintanilla has retaken the lead of the event’s provisional overall standings. Securing a solid eighth place result […]

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MARTENS FINISHES FIGHTING SECOND AT GURP TT

January 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING STAR PLACES CLOSE RUNNER-UP AT FIFTH STOP OF CHAMPIONNAT DE FRANCE DES SABLES Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Yentel Martens has secured a strong runner-up result at round five of […]

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ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA RACERS LOOK AHEAD TO WEEK TWO OF DAKAR

January 13, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Well placed inside the top 10 at this year’s Dakar Rally, both Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Pablo Quintanilla and Andrew Short are looking forward to the demanding second week of racing that lies ahead […]

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Yamalube Yamaha Rally Set The Bar High For Second Week Of Dakar

January 13, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Enjoying a well-deserved break in Arequipa on Saturday, Yamalube Yamaha Rally team riders Adrien Van Beveren and Xavier de Soultrait are set to attack the second part of this year’s Dakar Rally. Currently sitting fifth […]

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ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING’S JASON ANDERSON 2ND AT GLENDALE SX

January 13, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Jason Anderson earned his first 450 Main Event podium of the season on Saturday at the Glendale Supercross, the second round of the 2019 AMA Supercross series, held at the […]

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Colt Nichols Stays On Top With Second-Straight Podium

January 13, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Glendale, AZ – January 12, 2019 – Following his stellar win at the Monster Energy AMA Supercross season opener, Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing’s Colt Nichols rode a smart race to hold onto his championship […]

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DAVIDE BRIVIO MotoGP 2018 SEASON REVIEW

January 13, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – January 13. Team SUZUKI ECSTAR Team Manager Davide Brivio talks about an outstanding 2018 season that netted a total of nine podium finishes for the team and the GSX-RR. Before […]

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Justin Barcia Scores Valuable Championship Points In Glendale

January 13, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Glendale, AZ – January 13, 2019 – Titles are won by collecting points, even on those tough days. In spite of a challenging track at State Farm Stadium, Justin Barcia and his Monster Energy Yamaha […]

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NAIAS 2019 News – LEXUS LC CONVERTIBLE CONCEPT MAKES WORLD DEBUT IN DETROIT

January 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Lexus LC Convertible concept Makes World Debut in Detroit Open top concept suggests future direction of LC flagship Dynamic design positions LC concept as a halo for the rest of the brand Continues the Lexus […]

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ANDREW SHORT CLAIMS CAREER BEST RESULT ON STAGE FIVE OF DAKAR

January 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Andrew Short has earned an impressive top-five result on stage five of the 2019 Dakar Rally – the American’s second participation in the world’s most demanding rally. Following a well-calculated […]

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Xavier De Soultrait Second On Dakar Rally’s Stage Five

January 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

With both Yamalube Yamaha Rally team riders safely reaching the end of the gruelling two-day marathon stage, Xavier de Soultrait has secured a solid runner-up result on Friday’s stage five of the 2019 Dakar Rally. […]

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STROUD DOMINATES NEW ZEALAND GIXXER CUP

January 11, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – January 11 Jesse Stroud – Suzuki GSX150F – 1 – 1 The Stroud name has long been associated with motorcycling glory in New Zealand with Andrew Stroud a record nine-time […]

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Van Beveren Earns Top Five Result On Dakar’s Stage Four

January 11, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Continuing their battles in the Peruvian countryside for a fourth consecutive day, Adrien Van Beveren and Xavier de Soultrait have both enjoyed strong performances during Thursday’s stage four of the Dakar Rally. Reaching the halfway […]

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PABLO QUINTANILLA SECOND OVERALL AFTER STAGE FOUR OF DAKAR

January 11, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Successfully battling his way through a tough stage four of the 2019 Dakar Rally, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Pablo Quintanilla is holding on to a strong runner-up position in the event’s provisional overall standings. […]

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BMW Group remains world’s leading premium automotive company in 2018

January 11, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Munich. The BMW Group has achieved its eighth consecutive annual sales record with a total of 2,490,664 (+1.1%) BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce delivered around the world in 2018. Best-ever figures were achieved by both BMW […]

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2019 Calgary Motorcycle Show – TMW Reviews

January 10, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle reviewer, Bruce Ross, was at the 2019 Calgary Motorcycle Show to cover the first 2019 motorcycle show for our readers! Exciting new 2019 motorcycles, major manufacturers, stunt shows and vendors galore make this […]

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41st Annual Colorado Motorcycle Expo Feb. 2-3, 2019 at the National Western Complex

January 10, 2019 Michael Le Pard

We’ve got the country’s Largest Indoor Motorcycle Swap Meet with nearly 800 Booths, combined with one of the country’s largest Antique & Custom Motorcycle Shows, with 100 bikes.  Down in the stadium we’ll have live music with […]

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PABLO QUINTANILLA TAKES CONTROL AT 2019 DAKAR RALLY

January 10, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Pablo Quintanilla has delivered the goods on Wednesday’s stage three of the Dakar Rally. Securing a close runner-up result on the day’s timed special stage, the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider is now the […]

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Yamaha’s Xavier De Soultrait Wins Stage Three Of Dakar Rally

January 10, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Delivering Yamaha their first stage win at the 2019 Dakar Rally, WR450F Rally powered Xavier de Soultrait has secured victory on stage three of the event in Peru. Making today’s stage even more successful for […]

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BMW Group at the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas

January 9, 2019 Michael Le Pard

BMW Group at the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. Bringing the future to life: first virtual drive in the BMW Vision iNEXT. The future of driving pleasure: the BMW Vision iNEXT. The […]

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ANDREW SHORT INSIDE THE TOP 10 AFTER STAGE TWO OF DAKAR RALLY

January 9, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Taking competitors further towards the south of Peru, stage two of the 2019 Dakar Rally proved to be highly positive for Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Andrew Short and Pablo Quintanilla. With Quintanilla securing a […]

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Yamalube Yamaha Rally Riders Tackle Demanding Dakar Stage Two

January 9, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Continuing their 2019 Dakar Rally adventure, the four Yamalube Yamaha Rally riders have tackled a fast-paced and highly-challenging stage two of the event in Peru. Leading the team’s efforts in South America, Adrien Van Beveren […]

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Seven-time National MX Champ Jeff Ward to race American Flat Track TTs in 2019

January 9, 2019 Michael Le Pard

NEWPORT BEACH, CA (Jan. 8, 2019) – Jeff Ward, a seven-time AMA Motocross champion, AMA Supermoto champion, IndyCar and NASCAR racer, Motorcycle Hall of Famer and one of the most versatile and successful competitors in […]

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Motion Pro Renews Partnership with American Flat Track for 2019

January 9, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (January 8, 2019) – American Flat Track (AFT) is pleased to announce that Motion Pro will continue as the Official Tools, Cables and Controls of American Flat Track for the 2019 season. […]

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BMW Group seeks new talent to join 2019 apprenticeship scheme

January 9, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Applications for 2019 apprenticeship scheme are now open. – Apprenticeship places available at Oxford, Swindon and Hams Hall. – Roles in a wide range of areas including maintenance, engineering, IT and business. – BMW Group […]

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CES Las Vegas – Ducati with Audi and Ford presents car-to-bike communication technology

January 8, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Ducati continues safety-related research and experimentation Multistrada 1260 used in the first American demonstration of the ConVeX (Connected Vehicle to Everything) project at Consumer Electronics Show® 2019 Ducati, Audi AG, and Ford Motor Company together […]

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CES 2019 – BMW Motorrad to Showcase Riderless Motorcycle For The First Time In USA

January 8, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Woodcliff Lake, NJ – January 7, 2019… BMW Motorrad will showcase a riderless motorcycle prototype for the first time in the U.S. at CES® 2019 in Las Vegas, NV. The BMW, developed by BMW engineers […]

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PABLO QUINTANILLA RUNNER-UP ON STAGE ONE OF THE DAKAR RALLY

January 8, 2019 Michael Le Pard

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING RIDER WITHIN STRIKING DISTANCE OF THE TOP OF THE LEADERBOARD AFTER OPENING DAY OF RACING IN PERU Making a strong start to the 2019 Dakar Rally, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory […]

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Van Beveren Fourth On Dakar Rally’s Opening Stage

January 8, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Getting their 2019 Dakar Rally campaigns underway today in Peru, all four Yamalube Yamaha Rally riders have completed the event’s opening stage without any issues. Spearheading the team’s efforts in the dunes of South America, […]

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CES 2019: HARLEY-DAVIDSON NEW CONCEPTS AND LIVEWIRE MOTORCYCLE

January 7, 2019 Michael Le Pard

CES 2019 crowd shocker! Harley-Davidson introduces new electric motorcycle concepts and 2020 Harley-Davidson LiveWire at CES 2019 in Las Vegas. At Total Motorcycle we are not sure how our readers and riders will react to […]

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Nichols And Ferrandis Score Stunning 1-2 Finish At Anaheim

January 7, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Colt Nichols got the new year off to a sensational start tonight, taking his first career Monster Energy AMA Supercross 250SX win at the season opener at Angels Stadium of Anaheim. It was great night […]

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ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING’S MICHAEL MOSIMAN 12TH AT ANAHEIM OPENER

January 7, 2019 Michael Le Pard

JASON ANDERSON FINISHES 14TH IN 450 CLASS The Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team battled brutal conditions at the AMA Supercross season opener on Saturday, held at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif. Despite a slick […]

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Justin Barcia Defies The Conditions To Conquer Anaheim

January 7, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Anaheim, CA – January 5, 2019 – Justin Barcia fired the first shot of the 2019 Monster Energy AMA Supercross season, taking a thrilling victory aboard the Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Racing Team YZ450F at […]

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COLTON HAAKER FINISHES THIRD AT SUPERENDURO GERMANY

January 7, 2019 Michael Le Pard

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING ENJOY PODIUM FINISH AT ROUND TWO OF SUPERENDURO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP Colton Haaker maintains his top three position in the 2019 FIM SuperEnduro World Championship following a third-place overall result at […]

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GROOMBRIDGE SET FOR 2019 NEW ZEALAND SBK DEBUT

January 7, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – January 5. Suzuki motocross and enduro rider Brad Groombridge makes his appearance in this weekend’s opening round of the 2019 New Zealand Superbike Championship aboard a GSX-R1000 at Mike Pero […]

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