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.

Diverse Landscape Grueling Idaho Silver Kings Hard Enduro event

Jun 25, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing contender Ryder LeBlond has taken his TE 300i to second place in Round 6 of the 2023 AMA U.S. Hard Enduro Series at the Silver Kings Hard Enduro in Idaho, as […]

All-new Circuit MotoAmerica Between the Trees at The Ridge

Jun 24, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Herrin and Forés to the Fore Between the Trees at The Ridge Sunnyvale, Calif., June 24, 2023 — Ducati’s dynamic duo of Xavi Forés and Josh Herrin (Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC) had productive days in […]

Francesco Bagnaia gets chequered flag today at MotoGP TT Assen

Jun 24, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Bagnaia closes second as Bezzecchi (VR46 Racing) takes win in the 13-lap Sprint battle at the TT Assen circuit. Bastianini classified in P8. Francesco Bagnaia brought his Desmosedici GP to the chequered flag in today’s […]

TOP FIVE AFTER ASSEN SPRINT AS MOTOGP GETS FAST AGAIN IN THE NETHERLANDS

Jun 24, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The TT Circuit Assen brings MotoGP to the end of an intense three-week back-to-back stint of Grands Prix and Red Bull KTM charged into the Saturday agenda of round eight of the series with Brad […]

Retro-Themed Event Set to Kick Off Independence Day Weekend

Jun 24, 2023 Michael Le Pard

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (June 22, 2023) – With the first month of the 2023 Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, complete, the industry will shift its focus to one of the most storied traditions in American […]

Top-4 position for Ducati and quickest time at Dutch MotoGP

Jun 24, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Top-4 position for Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) in Friday practice at Assen as Bezzecchi goes quickest for VR46. Bastianini in P15 Francesco Bagnaia set the fourth quickest time at the end of Friday free practice […]

Inspiration Friday: Pure&Crafted Festival & BMW Motorrad Days 2023

Jun 23, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Back for 2023, both the Pure&Crafted Festival and BMW Motorrad Days 2023 offer up a bizarre mixture of arts, motorcycles and music festival for an exciting melting pot of different communities and their interests! If […]

BMW Motorrad Shows Commitment to Gas Powered Internal Combustion Engines

Jun 22, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Munich/Berlin. Today, on 21 June 2023, the 1,000,000th GS equipped with a boxer engine rolled off the production line at the BMW Motorrad plant in Berlin-Spandau – a BMW R 1250 GS. BMW motorcycles have been […]

Intense two days for Ducati’s long-awaited MotoGP test at Misano

Jun 22, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Alvaro Bautista’s test with the Ducati Desmosedici GP concluded at Misano. The Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli was the stage of Alvaro Bautista’s long-awaited MotoGP test. It was an intense two days during which the […]

Action kicks off in Samota-Sumbawa for MXGP Indonesia

Jun 22, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Determined to Dominate, Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP & MX2 Teams Set for Scorching Indonesian Double-Header The Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP and MX2 teams have arrived in Indonesia, determined to fight for race wins […]

Momentum to The Ridge as 2023 MotoAmerica Championship Nears the Halfway Point

Jun 22, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Josh Herrin and Xavi Forés Carry Momentum to The Ridge as the 2023 MotoAmerica Championship Nears the Halfway Point Sunnyvale, Calif., June 21, 2023 — Round four of the 2023 MotoAmerica Superbike and Supersport Championships […]

TT Circuit Assen: Last MotoGP Grand Prix before the summer break

Jun 21, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Bagnaia and Bastianini arrive in the Netherlands at the TT Circuit Assen to tackle the last Grand Prix before the summer break After the back-to-back races in Italy and Germany, Francesco Bagnaia and Enea Bastianini […]

HARLEY-DAVIDSON LAUNCHES H-D MEMBERSHIP

Jun 21, 2023 Michael Le Pard

HARLEY-DAVIDSON LAUNCHES H-D MEMBERSHIP, A NEW INDUSTRY-LEADING COMMUNITY PLATFORM AND MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM The new program enables all motorcycle riders and moto-culture fans to connect, engage and ride with one another, while enjoying personalized benefits, rewards […]

Reigning SuperTwins Champion Continues Gaining Momentum

Jun 21, 2023 Michael Le Pard

MINNEAPOLIS (June 20, 2023) – In a thrilling Father’s Day weekend at the DuQuoin Mile in DuQuoin, Illinois, Indian Motorcycle Racing and reigning SuperTwins Champion Jared Mees secured their third-consecutive win of the 2023 American […]

Second Annual Inclusion & Diversity Report Illustrating Honda’s Commitment to Ongoing Progress

Jun 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

June 20, 2023 — TORRANCE, Calif. and MARYSVILLE, Ohio As part of Honda’s efforts to promote equality in its workforce and society, the company today released its second annual Inclusion & Diversity Report: “Inclusion: Together, We […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

Diverse Landscape Grueling Idaho Silver Kings Hard Enduro event

All-new Circuit MotoAmerica Between the Trees at The Ridge

Francesco Bagnaia gets chequered flag today at MotoGP TT Assen

TOP FIVE AFTER ASSEN SPRINT AS MOTOGP GETS FAST AGAIN IN THE NETHERLANDS

Retro-Themed Event Set to Kick Off Independence Day Weekend

Top-4 position for Ducati and quickest time at Dutch MotoGP

Inspiration Friday: Pure&Crafted Festival & BMW Motorrad Days 2023

BMW Motorrad Shows Commitment to Gas Powered Internal Combustion Engines

Intense two days for Ducati’s long-awaited MotoGP test at Misano

Action kicks off in Samota-Sumbawa for MXGP Indonesia

Momentum to The Ridge as 2023 MotoAmerica Championship Nears the Halfway Point

TT Circuit Assen: Last MotoGP Grand Prix before the summer break

HARLEY-DAVIDSON LAUNCHES H-D MEMBERSHIP

Reigning SuperTwins Champion Continues Gaining Momentum

Second Annual Inclusion & Diversity Report Illustrating Honda’s Commitment to Ongoing Progress

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

KTM is Back Again With Huge 2026 Motorcycle Model Release!