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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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AUTOTRADER YOSHIMURA SUZUKI TOP-5 AT HOUSTON SX

Jan 16, 2018 Michael Le Pard
Team Suzuki Press Office – January 15. Weston Peick – 450 Class – 5th Malcolm Stewart – 450 Class – 11th Justin Hill – 250 Class – 10th Phil Nicoletti – 250 Class – 12th […]
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2018 Detroit North American International Auto Show, NAIAS BMW

Jan 16, 2018 Michael Le Pard
Bernhard Kuhnt: Ladies and gentlemen, good morning and welcome! As we begin 2018, we’re confident it will be another exciting year for the BMW Group.  This excitement is driven by a surge of new products […]
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Van Beveren Remains In Control After Stage Eight Of Dakar Rally

Jan 15, 2018 Michael Le Pard
Reaching the end of the two-day marathon stage in Tupiza, Yamalube Yamaha Official Rally Team’s Adrien Van Beveren has managed to retain his lead in the rally’s provisional overall standings. With tomorrow’s special stage cancelled […]
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ANDREW SHORT SECURES BEST STAGE RESULT ON DAY EIGHT OF DAKAR

Jan 15, 2018 Michael Le Pard
Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Andrew Short has enjoyed his best performance to date on the 40th edition of the Dakar Rally, ending stage eight in 17th position. With it the US racer, who is […]
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ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING’S JASON ANDERSON DOMINATES HOUSTON SUPERCROSS

Jan 15, 2018 Michael Le Pard
Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Jason Anderson wasted no time in showing what his all new Husqvarna 2018 FC 450 Rockstar Edition is capable of by absolutely dominating the competition and taking a massive, come […]
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Van Beveren Retakes Overall Dakar Rally Lead Halfway Through Marathon Stage

Jan 15, 2018 Michael Le Pard
Putting in a stellar performance today in the Bolivian mountains, Adrien Van Beveren has worked his way back into the lead of the 2018 Dakar Rally. Reaching the end of the first part of the […]
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PABLO QUINTANILLA SECURES TOP FIVE RESULT IN DAKAR’S STAGE SEVEN

Jan 15, 2018 Michael Le Pard
Reaching the halfway point of the two-day-long marathon stage without any issues, the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing duo of Pablo Quintanilla and Andrew Short remain focused on their individual goals at this year’s Dakar […]
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Dakar Focus: Shaun Kazama & The WR450F Rally Replica Machine

Jan 15, 2018 Michael Le Pard
During the 40 editions of the Dakar Rally, the world’s most prestigious rally event has always been synonymous with amateur participation – the ‘give it a go’ racers who pour their heart and soul into […]
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PABLO QUINTANILLA BACK INSIDE THE TOP SIX AFTER DAKAR’S STAGE SIX

Jan 15, 2018 Michael Le Pard
With the sandy dunes of Peru being replaced by the fast tracks of Bolivia, Pablo Quintanilla put in a solid performance during today’s stage six of the 2018 Dakar Rally. Securing a strong sixth place […]
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Two Yamaha Riders Inside The Top Four As Dakar Rally Reaches Its Halfway Point

Jan 15, 2018 Michael Le Pard
Following six long and challenging days of racing in South America, the duo of Adrien Van Beveren and Xavier de Soultrait find themselves well-placed inside the top four of the 2018 Dakar Rally’s provisional overall […]
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Yamaha Riders Gear Up For A Thrilling Second Week At Dakar Rally

Jan 15, 2018 Michael Le Pard
Enjoying a stellar first week of competition at this year’s Dakar Rally, Yamalube Yamaha Official Rally Team riders remain focused on their ultimate goal of making history for Yamaha in this 40th edition of the […]
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ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA RIDERS LOOK AHEAD TO SECOND WEEK OF DAKAR

Jan 15, 2018 Michael Le Pard
Making the best of their day off in the capital of Bolivia, the duo of Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Pablo Quintanilla and Andrew Short are now focused on continuing their solid performances in this […]
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Battle of the Kings 2018 – get ready for the biggest custom reveal, Saturday 13th January!

Jan 11, 2018 Michael Le Pard
BOTK 2018 – Dealers Battle of the Kings bike reveal is coming to a dealer near you on 13th Jan. Find out who’s participating, and support your king. Posted by Harley-Davidson UK on Tuesday, January […]
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24H SERIES SEASON KICKS OFF WITH THE 24-HOUR RACE DUBAI!

Jan 11, 2018 Michael Le Pard
24H SERIES SEASON KICKS OFF WITH THE 24-HOUR RACE DUBAI! The motorsport season 2018 gets underway next weekend with the traditional 24-Hour race in Dubai, and just as they were in the last two years, […]
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BMW Motorrad USA Announces 2018 Race Contingency Program

Jan 11, 2018 Michael Le Pard
Woodcliff Lake, NJ – January 10, 2018… BMW Motorrad USA has expanded its Race Contingency Program for 2018 by offering current and prospective BMW racers incentives to compete on more models and race series than […]

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