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.

Hot laps at EnduroX Prescott Valley: Results

Oct 26, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Walker Dominates EnduroX AGAIN The second round of the EnduroX was in Prescott, AZ. Jonny Walker was once again dominant. He had some pretty good battles in each moto but was able to come out […]

Jerez is an unexpected event this year following the Argentina race cancellation

Oct 25, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Pata Yamaha Prometeon WorldSBK Target Wins and 2023 Teams’ Championship in Jerez Toprak Razgatlıoğlu, Andrea Locatelli and Pata Yamaha Prometeon WorldSBK look to finish the season on a high at Circuito de Jerez – Ángel […]

Final stop on the WorldSBK calendar Circuito de Jerez-Angel Nieto in Spain

Oct 25, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Remy Gardner and Dominique Aegerter will return to action this weekend for the final round of the 2023 FIM Superbike World Championship season at the Circuito de Jerez-Angel Nieto in Spain. Both riders have enjoyed […]

Husqvarna Motorcycles excited to announce partnership extension with highly successful exhaust maker

Oct 25, 2023 Michael Le Pard

HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING EXTENDS CONTRACT WITH FMF RACING FOR A FURTHER TWO YEARS RENEWED AGREEMENT WILL SEE THE PRESTIGIOUS EXHAUST MANUFACTURER SUPPLY THE TEAM WITH ITS PERFORMANCE-ENHANCING PRODUCTS THROUGH 2025 Husqvarna Motorcycles is excited to […]

Multi-year contract extension with 2023 FIM Enduro1 World Champion Josep Garcia

Oct 25, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing are pleased to announce the signing of a multi-year contract extension with 2023 FIM Enduro1 World Champion Josep Garcia. The agreement will see the Spaniard remain with the team for the […]

Thailand penultimate triple-header for the 2023 MotoGP season

Oct 25, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The Ducati Lenovo Team arrives in Thailand to contest the seventeenth Grand Prix of the 2023 MotoGP season After racing in Indonesia and Australia, the Ducati Lenovo Team arrives in Thailand to contest the last […]

MAVTV Motorsports Network’s “Two Wheel Tuesday”

Oct 25, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Ironman Scouting Moto Combine to be Featured on October 24 During MAVTV Motorsports Network’s “Two Wheel Tuesday” Amateur Motocross Showcase to Also Include 2023 Monster Energy AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn’s MORGANTOWN, W.Va. […]

President and CEO of BMW Group Canada will become President and CEO BMW Group UK and Ireland

Oct 24, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Richmond Hill, ON. Please be advised of the following changes within the senior management team at BMW Group Canada. Sebastian Mackensen, President and CEO of BMW of North America and Head of Region Americas, announced that […]

2023 WorldSBK season draws to close at Jerez de la Frontera

Oct 24, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Munich. This weekend (27th to 29th October) sees the 2023 FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) draw to a close with the twelfth and final event of the season. BMW Motorrad Motorsport is eager to build on […]

YXZ1000R European Cup SuperFinale: 27 crews battle it out for glory

Oct 24, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Record Number of Competitors Ready to Race at YXZ1000R SuperFinale The fourth edition of the YXZ1000R European Cup SuperFinale will see 27 crews from over nine countries battle it out for glory across two classes […]

Circuito de Jerez – Ángel Nieto hosts grand finale of 2023 FIM Superbike World Championship season

Oct 23, 2023 Michael Le Pard

In the last round, which will assign the world title in the Superbike class, Pirelli will deploy the complete front range and the softer rear solutions Next weekend the Circuito de Jerez – Ángel Nieto will host […]

MXGP KTM and Tony Cairoli will separate to pursue new professional goals for 2024

Oct 23, 2023 Michael Le Pard

A long, fruitful collaboration comes to an end this year as KTM and Tony Cairoli will separate to pursue new professional goals for 2024. The Sicilian joined Red Bull KTM Factory Racing late in 2009 […]

Stellar season of 2023 Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) for KTM

Oct 23, 2023 Michael Le Pard

In what has marked a stellar season of 2023 Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) competition, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Craig DeLong has clinched his first-career XC1 Open Pro Championship at Ironman’s 12th and final round of the season […]

Back-to-the-Future as New 2024 Yamaha Models Arrive!

Oct 23, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle has 13 amazing 2024 Yamaha concept, exhibit and production models in our showcase this week. Just released in Japan this week TMW has write-ups and photos on each PLUS we us ChatGPT-4 imagination […]

Australian GP Sprint race cancelled as strong winds lash Phillip Island

Oct 22, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Australian GP Sprint race cancelled as strong winds lash Phillip Island The Australian GP Sprint at the Phillip Island circuit was cancelled half an hour before today’s 13-lap race was due to start after the […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

Hot laps at EnduroX Prescott Valley: Results

Jerez is an unexpected event this year following the Argentina race cancellation

Final stop on the WorldSBK calendar Circuito de Jerez-Angel Nieto in Spain

Husqvarna Motorcycles excited to announce partnership extension with highly successful exhaust maker

Multi-year contract extension with 2023 FIM Enduro1 World Champion Josep Garcia

Thailand penultimate triple-header for the 2023 MotoGP season

MAVTV Motorsports Network’s “Two Wheel Tuesday”

President and CEO of BMW Group Canada will become President and CEO BMW Group UK and Ireland

2023 WorldSBK season draws to close at Jerez de la Frontera

YXZ1000R European Cup SuperFinale: 27 crews battle it out for glory

Circuito de Jerez – Ángel Nieto hosts grand finale of 2023 FIM Superbike World Championship season

MXGP KTM and Tony Cairoli will separate to pursue new professional goals for 2024

Stellar season of 2023 Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) for KTM

Back-to-the-Future as New 2024 Yamaha Models Arrive!

Australian GP Sprint race cancelled as strong winds lash Phillip Island

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

Three New 2026 Striking Extraordinary BMW Custom Bikes