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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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Double Podium for Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2 at MXGP of Portugal

May 5, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2’s Rick Elzinga and Thibault Benistant both landed on the podium at the MXGP of Portugal, claiming second and third, respectively. At what turned out to be a gruelling test of […]

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Penultimate round of the 2024 AMA Supercross Championship in Denver

May 5, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s RJ Hampshire finished third at the penultimate round of the 2024 AMA Supercross Championship in Denver, positioning him tied on points with a single round remaining in the 250SX West […]

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Best riding of the season for KTM at Denver Supercross

May 5, 2024 Michael Le Pard

DENVER, Colo. – Reigning AMA Supercross Champion Chase Sexton fought hard to finish eighth in the penultimate round of the 2024 season in Denver tonight, recovering from a first turn incident for position, as Red Bull […]

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Treacherous rain-lashed Agueda in MXGP Portugal

May 5, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Fighting Fourths for Van Erp and Faure at Treacherous Round Three in Portugal VRT Yamaha Official EMX250’s Ivano van Erp and MJC Yamaha Official EMX125’s Mano Faure have both placed fourth overall in their respective […]

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Kawasaki Set to Continue as Longstanding Manufacturer Partner of Pro Motocross Championship

May 4, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Kawasaki Set to Continue as Longstanding Manufacturer Partner of Pro Motocross Championship Decorated Brand Celebrating 50th Anniversary of KX™ Motorcycles in 2024 MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (April 30, 2024) – MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc., has announced the […]

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Toyota Dealers Celebrate Two Decades of Partnership with Title Sponsorship of Thunder Valley National

May 4, 2024 Michael Le Pard

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (May 2, 2024) – MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc., in conjunction with Thunder Valley Motocross Park, has announced the return of longtime event partner, Toyota, which will become title sponsor of the landmark 20th running […]

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Remarkable Second-Place Finish in the NORRA Mexican 1000 Rally on DesertX Rally

May 4, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Ducati North America Celebrates Alexander Smith’s Remarkable Second-Place Finish in the NORRA Mexican 1000 Rally. DesertX Rally and Smith takes Three First-Place Wins out of Seven Special Stages. San Jose Del Cabo, BCS, May 4, […]

Inspiration Friday: Simplify Your Ride - New Automated Shift Assistant

Inspiration Friday: Simplify Your Ride – New Automated Shift Assistant

May 3, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Operating a manual clutch with your left hand and a manual shifter with your left foot is so 2023! BMW wants you to simplify your ride with its latest invention the new Automated Shift Assistant […]

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“We Ride As One” returns on Saturday May 4th Ducati’s widespread global event

May 3, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Join us for a global ride this Saturday, May 4th “We Ride As One” returns on Saturday, May 4th, Ducati’s widespread global event during which the Ducati community in each city meets and celebrates their […]

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2024 YZ bLU cRU FIM Europe Cup SuperFinale takes place alongside biggest motocross event Motocross of Nations MXoN

May 3, 2024 Michael Le Pard

YZ bLU cRU SuperFinale to be Held at MXoN for Second Consecutive Year The 2024 YZ bLU cRU FIM Europe Cup SuperFinale will take place alongside the biggest motocross event of the year, the Motocross […]

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Benny Bloss to miss remainder of 2024 Supercross season due to arm and collarbone fracture

May 3, 2024 Michael Le Pard

During a practice session this week, Liqui Moly Factory Beta Supercross rider Benny Bloss sustained a fracture to his arm and collarbone, which will see him miss the remainder of the 2024 Supercross season. Bloss […]

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NORRA MEXICAN 1000—DAY 4 & 5 UPDATE

May 3, 2024 Michael Le Pard

In a display of endurance and intelligence, Alexander Smith aboard the Ducati DesertX Rally demonstrated his rally experience during the two-day NORRA Mexican 1000 Rally marathon stages, setting the stage for a showdown on the […]

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East Coast Hard Enduro series North Carolina Battle of the Goats

May 2, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Taylorsville, NC Battle of the Goats April 27th, 2024 Lewis Rides Hard at Battle of the Goats The opening race of the East Coast Hard Enduro series was in North Carolina for the Battle […]

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GNCC Crawfordsville challenging wet rutted with exposed roots and stumps

May 2, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Crawfordsville, IN Round Six April 27th, 2024 Solid Racing for Beta at the Hoosier GNCC The Hoosier GNCC was the sixth stop on the calendar for the teams. Out in Crawfordville, Indiana, the race day […]

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Gnarly track greets riders at NGPC Fox Raceway

May 2, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Pala, CA Round Five April 26th, 2024 DeMartile Finishes on the Podium at Fox Raceway The fifth round of the NGPC series took the riders to Fox Raceway in Pala, CA. The track was one of […]

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