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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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Remarkable Zarco Powers to 2nd in Memorable Season Finale – Inspired Performance by Van der Mark

Nov 14, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Johann Zarco stole the limelight in Valencia today after narrowly missing out on his first MotoGP victory. The French star undertook a rocket start and lead for almost the entire race as he rode a […]

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Valiant 5th and 12th for Movistar Yamaha in the Final Act of MotoGP in Valencia

Nov 14, 2017 Michael Le Pard

MotoGP fans couldn’t have asked for a more dramatic Gran Premio de la Comunitat Valenciana today and the Movistar Yamaha MotoGP riders were there to pick up the pieces. Valentino Rossi rode a very consistent […]

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Hines Wins All-Harley Pro Stock Motorcycle Final At Pomona

Nov 14, 2017 Michael Le Pard

World Champion Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines Team Closes Season with a Dominating Performance POMONA, Calif. (Nov. 12, 2017) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines defeated teammate Ed Krawiec in […]

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The 2017 National Hare And Hound Series Comes To An End

Nov 14, 2017 Michael Le Pard

The last round of the National Hare and Hound Series took place on Saturday in Barstow California. Joe Wasson was riding his Beta 480 in his second race back after missing most of the […]

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Jordan Ashburn Finishes In 2nd in The Kenda Full Gas Sprint Enduro Series

Nov 14, 2017 Michael Le Pard

The last race of the Kenda Full Gas Sprint Enduro series took place last weekend at the Big Buck farm in South Carolina. This nine race series had a tight points race for the […]

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Fifth win for Marc Márquez: Spanish MotoGP rider continues winning streak in the BMW M Award

Nov 14, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Record extended: Marc Márquez is the fastest qualifier in the MotoGP for the fifth time in a row. The 2017 winner’s car: the exclusive BMW M4 CS (fuel consumption combined: 8.4 l/100 km [33.6 mpg […]

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Harley-Davidson And Krawiec Secure NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle Championship At Pomona Finals

Nov 13, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Krawiec’s Fourth Championship is the Ninth Title for the Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines Team POMONA, Calif. (November 11, 2017) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec locked up his fourth NHRA Pro […]

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Iannone Takes The First Row (P3) In Valencia Qualifying

Nov 13, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – November 11. Andrea Iannone: P3 – 1’30.399 +0.502 Alex Rins: P10 – 1’30.972 +1.075 Andrea Iannone capitalized on the positive improvements made at the weekend and put together a very […]

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Phenomenal Zarco Storms to 2nd in Valencia GP Qualifying – Van der Mark Ready to Race

Nov 13, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Johann Zarco impressively sealed his fourth consecutive front row start with a superb performance in the last qualifying shootout of the season. The French star began the day with instant speed after finishing FP3 in […]

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Movistar Yamaha Search for Solution on Second Day in Spain

Nov 13, 2017 Michael Le Pard

An incident-packed last Q2 session of the season, held at the Ricardo Tormo Circuit this afternoon, saw Movistar Yamaha MotoGP’s Valentino Rossi secure seventh place on the grid for the Gran Premio de la Comunitat […]

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Zarco Ignites Valencia Challenge with Positive Display on Day 1 – Van der Mark Makes Solid Steps Forward

Nov 13, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Johann Zarco kicked off his quest to complete the season finale on the rostrum with a strong showing on the first day of action. The French star improved in both sessions before concluding the afternoon […]

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Movistar Yamaha Start Spanish Showdown in Valencia

Nov 13, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Movistar Yamaha MotoGP’s Valentino Rossi and Maverick Viñales slowly turned up the heat at the first free practice sessions of the Gran Premio de la Comunitat Valenciana. As the temperatures rose, the teammates upped their […]

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Suzuki In Good Shape On First Day At Valencia

Nov 13, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – November 10. Andrea Iannone: P4 – 1’31.045 +0.405 Alex Rins: P16 – 1’31.876 +1.236 The first day in Valencia is shaping up well for Andrea Iannone, who led this morning’s […]

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Progressive International Motorcycle Shows Experiential and Retail Spaces

Nov 10, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Shift Offers Curated Selection of Lifestyle Motorcycle Gear; Adventure Out! Features The Best in Adventure and Touring Products PR Newswire SANTA MONICA, Calif., Nov. 9, 2017 SANTA MONICA, Calif., Nov. 9, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — The […]

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New Suzuki Videos From EICMA 2017 Show Online

Nov 10, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – November 10. Suzuki has produced two new videos from the EICMA 2017 Show in Italy of Team SUZUKI ECSTAR MotoGP riders Alex Rins, Andrea Iannone and Yoshimura Suzuki’s 2017 MotoAmerica […]

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