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.

Snake Bite US Hard Enduro Series Lubbock Results

Apr 6, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Round 4 – Snake Bite Lubbock, TX April 1st, 2023 Lewis Finishes in the Top Five The US Hard Enduro Series continued its west coast swing in Lubbock, Texas. The race course utilized some untouched […]

24-Heures Motos Le Mans 2023 FIM Endurance World Championship opening round

Apr 5, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Yoshimura SERT Motul is in a confident mood as the team prepares for the opening round of the 2023 FIM Endurance World Championship; the 24-Heures Motos, at Le Mans over the weekend of the 15th […]

Over $7 million contingency rewards for amateur and professional racers

Apr 5, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Motorcycles North America, Inc. is pleased to announce details for the 2023 Husqvarna Motorcycles Contingency Support Program on RaceHusky.com, offering over $7 million in possible rewards for amateur and professional racers across all major […]

EWAN MCGREGOR AND MOTO GUZZI TOGETHER AGAIN

Apr 3, 2023 Michael Le Pard

THE NEW MOTO GUZZI V100 FILM CONVEYS MCGREGOR’S DEEP PASSION FOR THE BRAND AND ITS BIKES “ON TO THE NEXT JOURNEY” IS A TRUE CINEMATOGRAPHIC WORK, SHOT IN CALIFORNIA ON 35 MM FILM, WITH A […]

APRILIA DOMINATES IN ITALIAN MOTORALLY AND RAID TT CHAMPIONSHIP

Apr 3, 2023 Michael Le Pard

BRILLIANT DÉBUT FOR THE APRILIA TUAREG 660 WHICH DOMINATES IN THE ITALIAN MOTORALLY AND RAID TT CHAMPIONSHIP ASTRIDE THE TWIN-CYLINDER FROM NOALE, JACOPO CERUTTI IS UNCATCHABLE AND TAKES HOME A FANTASTIC HAT TRICK APRILIA TUAREG […]

More New 2023 Yamaha’s: Go Beyond Expectations!

Apr 3, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Have you seen that Yamaha has released More New 2023 motorcycles? Then Go Beyond Expectations and see how 2023 Yamaha is fighting for your hard-earned dollars! From newly released Supersport YZF-R1M and sport bikes YZF-R1, […]

Honda CB750 Hornet and XL750 Transalp win Red Dot Awards

Apr 3, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Honda claims four Red Dot Product Design Awards across automobile and motorcycle ranges for the fourth consecutive year All-new Honda Civic e:HEV and Civic Type R recognised by Red Dot jury for outstanding design and innovation […]

MotoGP Argentina tricky track conditions foils Ducati

Apr 3, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Bagnaia closes the Argentina GP at Termas de Rio Hondo sixteenth after crashing out while he was second All-Ducati podium at Termas de Rio Hondo. Marco Bezzecchi (VR46 Racing Team) takes first MotoGP win ahead […]

2023 AMA National Grand Prix Championship (NGPC) round at 29 Palms

Apr 3, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Austin Walton has secured a well-earned Pro Class podium in the 2023 AMA National Grand Prix Championship (NGPC) round at 29 Palms, finishing a solid third place and directly followed […]

Tiger Run GNCC South Carolina results

Apr 3, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider Craig DeLong continued his strong run of form in the Grand National Cross Country Series at the Tiger Run GNCC, finishing just outside of the podium in P4 to […]

Termas de Rio Hondo dawned wet and dark for MotoGP & Moto3

Apr 3, 2023 Michael Le Pard

MILLER PLOUGHS THROUGH ARGENTINA MOTOGP™ RAIN TO REACH THE TOP SIX MotoGP 2023 – Round 2 of 21, Termas de Rio Hondo – Race Jack Miller KTM MotoGP 2023 Argentina Sunday Jack Miller KTM MotoGP […]

METZELER leads the FIM Enduro GP World Championship in all classes

Apr 3, 2023 Michael Le Pard

In Italy Brad Freeman dominated the E3 and Enduro GP while Josep Garcia and Andrea Verona lead respectively in E1 and E2. Jed Etchells (Junior), Kevin Cristino (Youth), and Jane Daniels (Women) complete the Metzeler’s […]

Wildcard ride at FIM EnduroGP World Championship opener

Apr 2, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Making a wildcard ride at the FIM EnduroGP World Championship opener, Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Billy Bolt has once again shown he can mix it with the world’s best classic enduro racers, taking on the opening […]

Impressive start to 2023 FIM EnduroGP World Championship

Apr 2, 2023 Michael Le Pard

DOUBLE PODIUM RESULT FOR JOSEP GARCIA AT ENDUROGP OF ITALY Rnd 1, EnduroGP 2023 – San Remo, Italy Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Josep Garcia has made an impressive start to his 2023 FIM EnduroGP […]

Husqvarna Motorcycles again fills role of protagonist in MotoGP

Apr 2, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Sasaki vies for the win at the Argentine Grand Prix as Binder scores Moto2™ top six Husqvarna Motorcycles again fills the role of protagonist in the opening stages of 2023 MotoGP™ by challenging for top […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

Snake Bite US Hard Enduro Series Lubbock Results

24-Heures Motos Le Mans 2023 FIM Endurance World Championship opening round

Over $7 million contingency rewards for amateur and professional racers

EWAN MCGREGOR AND MOTO GUZZI TOGETHER AGAIN

APRILIA DOMINATES IN ITALIAN MOTORALLY AND RAID TT CHAMPIONSHIP

More New 2023 Yamaha’s: Go Beyond Expectations!

Honda CB750 Hornet and XL750 Transalp win Red Dot Awards

MotoGP Argentina tricky track conditions foils Ducati

2023 AMA National Grand Prix Championship (NGPC) round at 29 Palms

Tiger Run GNCC South Carolina results

Termas de Rio Hondo dawned wet and dark for MotoGP & Moto3

METZELER leads the FIM Enduro GP World Championship in all classes

Wildcard ride at FIM EnduroGP World Championship opener

Impressive start to 2023 FIM EnduroGP World Championship

Husqvarna Motorcycles again fills role of protagonist in MotoGP

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 Yamaha’s Delivers Championship Racing DNA to Riders!