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.

Two-year contract extension for SuperMotocross World Championship star

May 12, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team is pleased to announce that Malcolm Stewart has signed a two-year contract extension to continue in the SuperMotocross World Championship (SMX) through the 2024 and 2025 seasons, including […]

Mixed Conditions for Gardner and Aegerter in Misano Test

May 12, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Mixed Conditions for Gardner and Aegerter in Misano Test The GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team returned to action with a two-day test on 11th-12th May at Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncell, Italy, to prepare for […]

Inspiration Friday: Legends of the Dakar Exhibition

May 12, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The word “Dakar” brings up images of desert, dunes, heat and exotic locals but also hero’s and overcoming inspiring challenges overcome. Welcome to week #244 of Inspiration Friday: Legends of the Dakar Exhibition. Be inspired […]

Injury Sidelines main Yamaha MXGP rider for France

May 12, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Collarbone Injury Sidelines Elzinga Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2’s Rick Elzinga sustained an injury to his right collarbone during practice on Wednesday, May 10th, and underwent surgery yesterday, Thursday May 11th. Due to this setback, […]

Vmoto becomes Official Partner of Porsche Carrera Cup Italia

May 12, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Highlights Vmoto Soco has signed an important two-year partnership with Porsche Carrera Cup Italia. Vmoto will provide CUx electric scooters, which will be used in the Porsche Carrera Cup Italia paddock. In its 17th year, the Porsche […]

Motul oil expands bespoke innovation partnership with ARCH Motorcycle

May 11, 2023 Michael Le Pard

MOTUL EXPANDS TECHNICAL PARTNERSHIP WITH ARCH MOTORCYCLE Expanded partnership integrates MotulTech’s line of metalworking products into ARCH Motorcycle’s manufacturing process Cypress, Calif. (May 10, 2023) – Motul, the world-class oil and lubricants company founded in […]

Pittsburgh Most Attended Bagger Racing League Event in History

May 11, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Bagger Racing League: Recap and Race Results from Drag Specialties Battle of the Baggers ® Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh International Race Complex ® Hosts Most Attended Bagger Racing League Event in its History. YOUNGSTOWN, OH (MAY 9, 2023) BRL […]

Hard Enduro announcement: Replacement offers opportunity

May 11, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Manuel Lettenbichler is ready to take on the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship and begin his title defense at the seven-round series. The 25-year-old claimed five wins from the seven […]

US Hard Enduro – Fallen Timbers Little Hocking Results

May 10, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Fallen Timbers Little Hocking, OH May 7th, 2023 US Hard Enduro – Fallen Timbers The US Hard Enduro Series traveled to Ohio for the second round of their east series. A well-timed storm added to […]

Tight race defines West Hare Scrambles Prineville

May 10, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Round 3 Prineville, OR May 7th, 2023 Roberts & Wasson Battled for 3rd The West Hare Scrambles was in the Pacific Northwest for the third round of the series. Both Zane Roberts and Joe Wasson […]

Rainy Tricky Hoosier GNCC Crawfordsville Results

May 10, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Round 6 | The Hoosier Crawfordsville, IN May 7th, 2023 Lipscomb 2nd, Johnson Grabs Holeshot. The GNCC series was in Indiana for the Hoosier GNCC. The conditions were pretty tricky for this round. Rain fell […]

Splendid success for MotoGP World Championship Le Mans

May 10, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The Ducati Lenovo Team arrives in Le Mans for the fifth round of the 2023 MotoGP season The Ducati Lenovo Team is ready to tackle the fifth round of the MotoGP World Championship, the French […]

Incredible racing among youngest riders R3 bLU cRU European Championship starts

May 10, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Ercolani and Manso Come Out on Top in Catalunya’s Frantic R3 bLU cRU European Championship Races Italy’s Emiliano Ercolani increased his title lead with another masterful victory in Race 1 at the Circuit of Barcelona-Catalunya, […]

EXCITED TO START 2023 HARD ENDURO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP

May 10, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Reigning 2023 FIM SuperEnduro World Champion Billy Bolt has switched his focus from indoor to outdoor competition as the Husqvarna Factory Racing rider prepares himself for the opening round of the 2023 FIM Hard Enduro […]

Michael van der Mark replaced until further notice in FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK)

May 9, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Munich. Tom Sykes (GBR) is returning temporarily to the BMW Motorrad Motorsport WorldSBK family and to the ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team. The 37-year-old British rider will replace injured Michael van der Mark (NED) until […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

Two-year contract extension for SuperMotocross World Championship star

Mixed Conditions for Gardner and Aegerter in Misano Test

Inspiration Friday: Legends of the Dakar Exhibition

Injury Sidelines main Yamaha MXGP rider for France

Vmoto becomes Official Partner of Porsche Carrera Cup Italia

Motul oil expands bespoke innovation partnership with ARCH Motorcycle

Pittsburgh Most Attended Bagger Racing League Event in History

Hard Enduro announcement: Replacement offers opportunity

US Hard Enduro – Fallen Timbers Little Hocking Results

Tight race defines West Hare Scrambles Prineville

Rainy Tricky Hoosier GNCC Crawfordsville Results

Splendid success for MotoGP World Championship Le Mans

Incredible racing among youngest riders R3 bLU cRU European Championship starts

EXCITED TO START 2023 HARD ENDURO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP

Michael van der Mark replaced until further notice in FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK)

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

New 2026 Kawasaki Performance Bikes & TMW UX Site Upgrade!