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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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Impressive Hangtown comeback with Round 2 AMA Pro Motocross Championship

Jun 4, 2023 Michael Le Pard

RANCHO CORDOVA, Calif. – Red Bull KTM Factory Racing claimed another strong haul of points at Round 2 of the 2023 Pro Motocross Championship, with Cooper Webb charging to the 450MX podium in third overall, directly ahead […]

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MXGP team celebrated its most successful event of the season in Latvia

Jun 4, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Van Erp Celebrates Maiden EMX250 Round Victory as Bonacorsi Keeps Podium Streak Alive in Latvia The Hutten Metaal Yamaha Official EMX250 Team celebrated its most successful event of the season with a near podium sweep […]

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Hard-charging performance around fast and sandy Kegums circuit

Jun 4, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Janis Reisulis Shines in Front of Home Crowd in Latvia MJC Yamaha Official EMX125’s Janis Reisulis was exceptional on home turf at the fifth round of the EMX125 Championship in Kegums, Latvia. The 16-year-old Latvian […]

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One of the most processional 2023 WorldSBK races to date

Jun 3, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Razgatlıoğlu and Pata Yamaha Prometeon WorldSBK Deliver Podium in Difficult Misano Race 1 Toprak Razgatlıoğlu demonstrated grit once again to deliver his 12th podium of the 2023 FIM Superbike World Championship today at the Misano […]

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Extraordinary WorldSSP Saturday for the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team

Jun 3, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Superb 1-2 for Bautista and Rinaldi in race 1 at Misano. Bulega dominates to take the win in WorldSSP It’s been an extraordinary Saturday for the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team as Alvaro Bautista triumphed […]

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BITTERSWEET ENDUROGP OF SWEDEN FOR KTM

Jun 3, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Josep Garcia claimed his second overall win of the 2023 FIM EnduroGP World Championship on day one of the GP of Sweden before being forced to withdraw from day two following a […]

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Ducati one-two “in yellow” with Pirelli SCX development tire

Jun 3, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Pole man Bautista wins the first race of the Pirelli Emilia-Romagna Round ahead of teammate Rinaldi; Ducati also takes the win in WorldSSP with Bulega whereas Ieraci wins in WorldSSP300 The first day […]

WorldSBK and MotoGP

Special Liveries for the Official WorldSBK and MotoGP Teams

Jun 3, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The Aruba.it Racing – Ducati Team is ready to compete in the race weekend of the Emilia-Romagna Round of the WorldSBK Championship with a special livery that brings back the historic Giallo Ducati Giallo Ducati […]

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Good Battles and Solid Points at WorldSBK Misano Race 1

Jun 3, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Good Battles and Solid Points for Aegerter and Gardner in Misano Race 1 Dominique Aegerter secured 6th in the first feature race in Misano, while Remy Gardner finished 9th scoring good points. The GYTR GRT […]

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Endless sunshine at Road America MotoAmerica

Jun 3, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Ducati’s Josh Herrin and Xavi Forés On Pace During Day 1 at Road America MotoAmerica Sunnyvale, Calif., June 2, 2023 — Under endless sunshine at the newly paved Road America in Wisconsin, the Warhorse HSBK Ducati […]

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Beta Motorcycles proudly announce its entry into 2024 AMA Supercross

Jun 3, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Beta Motorcycles proudly announce its entry into the field of the 2024 AMA Supercross. As preparations continue for the 2024 season, The Liqui Moly Beta Racing Team has confirmed the signing of Benny Bloss. He […]

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Challenging Opening Day in Misano WorldSBK

Jun 2, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Challenging Opening Day in Misano for Aegerter and Gardner The GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team riders returned to action on 2nd June at the Misano World Circuit ‘Marco Simoncelli’, Italy, with Aegerter 8th and Gardner […]

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Opening day of 2023 FIM Superbike World Championship Misano Results

Jun 2, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Pata Yamaha Prometeon WorldSBK’s Razgatlioglu P2 in Misano Free Practice Toprak Razgatlıoğlu and Andrea Locatelli completed Friday Free Practice in competitive form at Misano World Circuit “Marco Simoncelli”, on the opening day of the fifth […]

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Sunny first day of action at WorldSSP Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli

Jun 2, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Bautista tops the timesheet on Misano Friday, with Rinaldi in P4. Bulega on top in WorldSSP with P1 A sunny first day of action at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli, stage this weekend of […]

Inspiration Friday: VAHNA Motorcycle Film Festival 2023

Inspiration Friday: VAHNA Motorcycle Film Festival 2023

Jun 2, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Enjoy watching inspiring short films and hearing inspiring motorcycle stories? Calling all filmmakers to read this week’s Inspiration Friday: VAHNA Motorcycle Film Festival 2023! Do you have a passion for motorcycles and a talent for […]

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