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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.

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Livio Suppo to Leave HRC Following 2017 MotoGP Season

Nov 17, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Honda Racing Corporation wishes to announce that Livio Suppo has decided to move on from his role as Repsol Honda’s Team Principal and leave the Company. Livio Suppo joined HRC in 2010, as Communications and […]

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Marc Marquez Wins Second Straight MotoGP Riders Title, Honda Takes the Triple Crown

Nov 17, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Marc Marquez (Repsol Honda RC213V) secured his second consecutive FIM* MotoGP World Championship riders title at the season-ending Valencia Grand Prix. This gave Honda the team title, and with the constructors title already won, Honda […]

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The BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy Female Team Qualifying 2017

Nov 17, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Two Female Teams selected for BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2018 in Mongolia. 17.11.2017 Press Release The BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy Female Team Qualifying 2017 has concluded with something of a surprise outcome. […]

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Suffragettes Centennial Motorcycle Ride Announced for August 2020

Nov 17, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Progress is measured in big and small ways every day. A formative step towards the equality of Women in America was the passage of the 19th amendment of the US constitution allowing American women equal […]

2018 Ducati Panigale V4S

Cool Wall Week #351: 2018 Ducati Panigale V4

Nov 17, 2017 Michael Le Pard

New Cool Wall Bike Every Friday. Have You Voted Yet? No? Then Get to it… Voting Open! OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE. 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 Review on Total Motorcycle: A bike that begins an exciting new chapter in […]

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2018 has Finally Begun for Iannone and Rins In Valencia

Nov 16, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – November 15. After overcoming yesterday´s illness, finally today Andrea Iannone and Alex Rins were feeling better and were able to kick off the 2018 season with the first laps of […]

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Progressive International Motorcycle Shows 2018 to Debut New Products

Nov 16, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Nation’s largest consumer motorcycle tour offers an extensive breadth of brands and experiences for motorcycle enthusiasts of all levels PR Newswire SANTA MONICA, Calif., Nov. 15, 2017 SANTA MONICA, Calif., Nov. 15, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — […]

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Suzuki Dominates Stuttgart Supercross Opener

Nov 16, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – November 15. Cedric Soubeyras – 1st Thomas Ramette – 2nd Florent Richier – 5th Suzuki riders dominated the opening round of the 2017-2018 ADAC Supercross Cup in Germany at the […]

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Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2018

Nov 16, 2017 Michael Le Pard

The most beautiful classic automobiles and motorcycles are presented in a cinematic setting on the shores of Lake Como. 15.11.2017 Press Release BMW Group Classic and the Grand Hotel Villa d’Este will present the world’s […]

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Zarco Stars Again to Finish 2nd on Opening Day of Testing in Valencia

Nov 15, 2017 Michael Le Pard

After a truly memorable performance at the Valencia GP, Johann Zarco continued the momentum today with another notable display. He explored different options for the forthcoming season before powering to a personal best that left […]

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Movistar Yamaha Find Mojo on First Valencia Test Day

Nov 15, 2017 Michael Le Pard

The Movistar Yamaha MotoGP Team successfully completed the first day of the Valencia MotoGP Official Test at the Ricardo Tormo Circuit, testing various bike chassis and set-up options. Maverick Viñales and Valentino Rossi had positive […]

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A VIRUS TAKES IANNONE AND RINS OUT OF FIRST DAY OF TEST

Nov 15, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – November 14. The 2018 season has started in Valencia with the first day of testing, but Team SUZUKI ECSTAR riders Andrea Iannone and Alex Rins could not participate today due […]

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Bob’s Biker Blast Raises $500,000 for Phoenix Children’s Hospital

Nov 15, 2017 Michael Le Pard

PHOENIX, Nov. 15, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — More than 10,000 bikers, motorcycle enthusiasts and music lovers gathered at the 6th Annual Bob’s Biker Blast on Saturday, November 4 for an epic party, and to raise funds for […]

2018 Ducati Motorcycle Lineup

Total Motorcycle’s 2018 Ducati Motorcycle Lineup

Nov 14, 2017 Michael Le Pard

2018 has rewarded riders with lots of new and exciting models and Ducati doesn’t disappoint for 2018. Offering a record breaking 40 models with 17 of those completely new and a new V4 engine, the […]

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Fourth Place For Rins In Valencia With Iannone In Sixth

Nov 14, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – November 12. Alex Rins: P4 – +13.567s Andrea Iannone: P6 – +14.516s A brilliant final race of the season gave Team SUZUKI ECSTAR some deserved satisfaction, with Alex Rins reaching […]

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