Articles by Michael Le Pard

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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.

Fastest on track in Texas Circuit of the Americas MotoGP Moto2 & Moto3 Races

Apr 17, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing had good reason to view the Red Bull Grand Prix of the Americas with strong cause for optimism considering the increased competitiveness and continued progression with the current RC16 motorcycle. […]

Second edition battle of the Yamaha R7 European SuperFinale

Apr 17, 2023 Michael Le Pard

WorldSBK Aragon Round to Host 2023 Yamaha R7 European SuperFinale The second edition of the Yamaha R7 European SuperFinale, which sees the top riders from the national R7 Cups and Challenges across Europe battle it […]

Moto3 speed but little luck for Husqvarna in the USA

Apr 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

MotoGP moved through the Americas to the confines of the long, 20-curve Circuit of the Americas near Austin for round three of twenty-one and the tenth Grand Prix at the spectacular venue. The LIQUI MOLY […]

Perfect win for FCC TSR Honda France at 24 Heures Motos

Apr 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

F.C.C. TSR Honda France started defending the FIM World Endurance Championship with style by winning the 24 Heures Motos that took place at the Bugatti Circuit on 15 and 16 April 3023. Perfect win for […]

24h Le Mans: First podium finish of the season for the BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team

Apr 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Le Mans. The BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team kicked off the FIM Endurance World Championship 2023 (FIM EWC) with a podium finish. Markus Reiterberger (GER), Ilya Mikhalchik (UKR) and Jérémy Guarnoni (FRA) claimed third place […]

Stunning Second for YART Yamaha at Dramatic Le Mans

Apr 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Stunning Second for YART Yamaha at Dramatic Le Mans The Yamalube YART Yamaha EWC Official Team overcame everything that the 46th edition of the Le Mans 24 Heures Motos could throw at them to secure […]

FIM Motocross World Championship returned to picturesque Pietramurata Italy

Apr 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The FIM Motocross World Championship returned to the picturesque venue of Pietramurata, Italy, for round four of the current campaign. Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing’s trio leapt onto the hard pack with momentum on their side, […]

Power-packed performance for Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP Italy

Apr 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Renaux Closes the Gap in the MXGP Championship Chase with Second Consecutive Podium Finish Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s Maxime Renaux narrowly missed a second consecutive Grand Prix win at the fourth round of the […]

Milestone event for Red Bull KTM Factory Racing with first ever overall victory

Apr 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The Grand Prix of Trentino was a milestone event for Red Bull KTM Factory Racing in the MX2 class as Andrea Adamo celebrated his first ever overall victory – his first in just four appearances […]

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Articles by Michael Le Pard

Fastest on track in Texas Circuit of the Americas MotoGP Moto2 & Moto3 Races

Second edition battle of the Yamaha R7 European SuperFinale

Moto3 speed but little luck for Husqvarna in the USA

Perfect win for FCC TSR Honda France at 24 Heures Motos

24h Le Mans: First podium finish of the season for the BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team

Stunning Second for YART Yamaha at Dramatic Le Mans

FIM Motocross World Championship returned to picturesque Pietramurata Italy

Power-packed performance for Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP Italy

Milestone event for Red Bull KTM Factory Racing with first ever overall victory

Powerful comeback at FIM Motocross World Championship Pietramurata Italy

Hair-raising struggles make KTM Circuit of the Americas Moto2 Moto3 and MotoGP standout

Yamaha bLU cRU Riders out in Force at MXGP of Trentino

One Manufacturer Dominates Saturday at MotoGP Circuit of The Americas

Atlanta Motor Speedway AMA Supercross Championship Results

Thrilling Performances in Trentino MXGP

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