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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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American Flat Track Contingency Postings Near $2 Million – and Still Growing

Dec 19, 2017 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Dec. 19, 2017) – On the heels of record-breaking contingency postings from Harley-Davidson and Indian Motorcycle (two of the biggest in flat track history), American Flat Track is nearing the $2 million […]

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Skip Barber Racing School Acquired by DeMonte Motorsports

Dec 19, 2017 Michael Le Pard

LONG ISLAND, NY – We are excited to announce that DeMonte Motorsports has acquired Skip Barber Racing School. DeMonte Motorsports has extensive experience in the racing education space and is excited to return the iconic […]

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Pro Riders Go Electric with Alta Motors’ Redshift Platform

Dec 19, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Making history, Josh Hill wins at Geneva Supercross riding Alta’s Redshift MX, representing the first electric motorcycle to compete and win a race in the Supercross format. Alta secures young racing talent, as Ty Tremaine eyes […]

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Australia URAL Owner Adventure Ride

Dec 18, 2017 Michael Le Pard

December 13, 2017/ Ural Motorcycles Our team in Australia recently held their annual Ural Adventure Ride, one of their biggest to date! The multi-day ride started in Glen Innes in the New England region of […]

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MV HOLDING COMPLETES THE ACQUISITION OF THE SHARE CAPITAL HELD BY MERCEDES AMG

Dec 18, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Varese, 18th December 2017 – MV Holding, the holding company owned by Giovanni Castiglioni and the Sardarov family has acquired the 25% of MV Agusta Motor S.p.A. shares held by the automotive conglomerate Mercedes AMG. […]

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American Flat Trackers Reign Supreme In Superprestigio Practice

Dec 18, 2017 Michael Le Pard

BARCELONA, Spain (Dec. 15, 2017) – As riders took to the track at the Palau Sant Jordi for their first practice of the fifth edition of Superprestigio, American Flat Track riders defended their turf with […]

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J.D. Beach and Briar Bauman Put On Masterclass Performance to go One-Two at Superprestigio 2017

Dec 18, 2017 Michael Le Pard

BARCELONA, Spain (Dec. 16, 2017) – It was another night of action-packed Superprestigio racing on the short track at the Palau Sant Jordi, and when it was all said and done, it was American J.D. Beach standing […]

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Ice Racing in 1935 – Spills, Thrills and Chills

Dec 15, 2017 Michael Le Pard

In the 1930s, Husqvarna dominated the Swedish ice-racing scene. Riders such as Ragnar Sunnqvist, Ivar Skeppstedt and Martin Strömberg took to the frozen lakes on Husky 350cc and 500cc machines equipped with lethal-looking spiked tyres. […]

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NEW SUZUKI GSX-R1000 2017 WINS – Part 2 Video

Dec 15, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – December 15. Team Suzuki Racing has launched the second and final part if its video series to celebrate the new Suzuki GSX-R1000 success in global competition during the 2017 season. […]

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BMW Group announces construction of new proving ground in the Czech Republic

Dec 15, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Munich/Prague. Representatives of the BMW Group, the Czech government and the Karlovary Vary region announced construction of a new proving ground today in Prague. The roughly 500-hectare property will be developed in Sokolov in the […]

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Wilvo Yamaha Official MXGP Confirms Jeremy Seewer Through 2019

Dec 15, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Motor Europe is honoured to announce that a two-year deal has been made with the two-time MX2 vice World Champion Jeremy Seewer to complete a strong three-man line-up for Wilvo Yamaha Official MXGP in […]

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WE ARE WOMEN, HEAR US REV – The Motorcycle Show Calgary

Dec 14, 2017 Michael Le Pard

CALGARY, AB (December 14, 2017) – The Motorcycle Show – Calgary, presented by Dalton Timmis Insurance returns to the BMO Centre, Stampede Park January 5-7, 2018. Calgary is the first stop on the Canadian tour […]

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Colorado Motorcycle Expo Jan 27-28, 2018

Dec 14, 2017 Michael Le Pard

The Colorado Motorcycle Expo will return to the National Western Complex Jan 27-28, 2018 for its big 40th Anniversary show. The CME is the largest indoor motorcycle swap meet in the country and includes over […]

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IANNONE JOINS SUZUKI FANS AT BOLOGNA MOTORSHOW

Dec 13, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – December 13. Andrea Iannone enjoyed a day with his fans last week, thanks to an invitation from Suzuki Italy to attend the Motorshow of Bologna Expo, where the Team SUZUKI […]

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MOIR DOMINATES NEW ZEALAND SUZUKI TRI-SERIES OPENER

Dec 13, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – December 13. Scotty Moir won the opening round of the 2017 Suzuki Tri-Series at Bruce McLaren Motorsports Park in Taupo, New Zealand at the weekend aboard his new 2017 GSX-R1000, […]

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