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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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Aegerter Sixth Quickest as GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Prepares for Flag-to-Flag Race

Feb 21, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Aegerter Sixth Quickest as GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Prepares for Flag-to-Flag Race Dominique Aegerter was sixth quickest for the GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK team as the 2025 WorldSBK season got underway with Friday Practice at […]

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Pirelli tire options for Australian WorldSBK round

Feb 19, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Pirelli confirms for the races the solutions used with excellent results in the two days of pre-season testing at Phillip Island, dominated by Bulega in WorldSBK and Bendsneyder in WorldSSP · Race allocation. Following the results […]

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R9 WorldSSP Race Debut Beckons After Productive Phillip Island Test

Feb 19, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The opening round of the 2025 FIM Supersport World Championship marks a brand new chapter for Yamaha with the all-new R9 set to make its race debut as the new season gets underway at the […]

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Aprilia Racing and New Era confirms new partnership for 2025 MotoGP season

Feb 19, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Aprilia Racing and New Era, the world’s leading headwear brand, have confirmed a new partnership for the 2025 MotoGP season. The partnership brings together Aprilia Racing and New Era’s iconic style, offering fans a new […]

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Full Throttle Sturgis Joins Mama Tried Motorcycle Show and Flat-Out Friday Shows

Feb 18, 2025 Michael Le Pard

STURGIS, SD | Feb. 17, 2025 | VTC Newswire | Full Throttle Sturgis, one of the world’s most iconic American motorcycle destinations, is thrilled to announce its participation in the highly anticipated Mama Tried Motorcycle […]

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Gardner and Aegerter Complete Final Test at Phillip Island

Feb 18, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Gardner and Aegerter Complete Final Test at Phillip Island The GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team returned to action at the iconic Phillip Island Circuit in Australia for the Dorna-supported test on February 17-18, ahead of […]

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Preseason of the 2025 World Superbike Championship comes to a close

Feb 18, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Bulega Leads Two-Day Test at Phillip Island (Australia). Extremely Positive Vibes for Bautista (Fifth). With two days of activity at the Phillip Island circuit (Australia), the preseason of the 2025 World Superbike Championship comes to […]

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Locatelli on Podium Pace as Rea Ruled Out of Phillip Island Races

Feb 18, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Locatelli on Podium Pace as Rea Ruled Out of Phillip Island Races Pata Maxus Yamaha’s Andrea Locatelli was sixth-fastest overall on the second day of the FIM Superbike World Championship Official Test at Phillip Island […]

Awaken a Revelation: New 2025 Ducati XDiavel is Reborn!

Awaken a Revelation: New 2025 Ducati XDiavel is Reborn!

Feb 17, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Are you a fan of torque shredding muscle cars? Love the feel of acceleration and torque? Well, this week’s Total Motorcycle Awaken a Revelation: New 2025 Ducati XDiavel V4 is Reborn article and new 2025 […]

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2025 Canadian Superbike Championship BMW Motorrad Canada unveils teams and riders

Feb 17, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Richmond Hill, ON. BMW Motorrad Canada is thrilled to announce its participation in the Pro Superbike Class of the 2025 Canadian Superbike Championship (CSBK), partnering with a famed team and rider alongside the return of fan-favorite […]

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Red Bull KTM riders final building block for 2025 MotoGP set at Thai test

Feb 17, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing and Red Bull KTM Tech3 can now look to the first of 22 Grands Prix this season after completing two hot and hectic days of testing activity at the Buriram […]

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Positive pre-season tests for Aprilia Racing in Buriram

Feb 17, 2025 Michael Le Pard

MARCO BEZZECCHI AND LORENZO SAVADORI SHOW CONSISTENCY ON THE THAI CIRCUIT. JORGE MARTÍN CONTINUES HIS REHABILITATION Once again, at the Chang International Circuit — just as in Sepang — the Aprilia RS-GP25 has shown great […]

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Supercross Series headed east to Tampa Bay for its fifth round

Feb 17, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Tampa Bay, FL Round Five February 8th, 2025 Top Five Heat Race, LCQ Win – Factory Beta The Supercross Series headed east to Tampa Bay for its fifth round. The track was super technical […]

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Ready to rumble Down Under for BMW Motorrad Motorsport

Feb 17, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Munich. After intensive preparations and successful tests in Jerez and Portimão, BMW Motorrad Motorsport starts the new season of the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) with great confidence. The team travels to the season opener in […]

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SPIRITED RIDE EARNS RED BULL KTM’S CHASE SEXTON DETROIT PODIUM FINISH

Feb 17, 2025 Michael Le Pard

DETROIT, Mich. – Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Chase Sexton put in a spirited performance during Round 6 of the 2025 AMA Supercross Championship, charging from last place on the opening lap of the Main Event […]

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