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Articles by Michael Le Pard

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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Meet the 2018 BMW HP4 Race

Jul 31, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Carbon Racing. How the HP4 RACE revolutionises automotive engineering. It is the first stock motorcycle in the world to have fully carbon chassis and rims: the HP4 RACE. 750 of them are being crafted by […]

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BMW Motorrad at The Buffalo Chip

Jul 31, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Get ready to ride with BMW Motorrad. Want to get one step closer to riding the BMW Motorcycle of your dreams at Sturgis? Preregister now so that when you arrive, all that’s left is selecting […]

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YOSHIMURA SUZUKI 2ND IN SUZUKA 8 HOURS QUALIFYING

Jul 31, 2017 Michael Le Pard

YOSHIMURA SUZUKI 2ND IN SUZUKA 8 HOURS QUALIFYING Team Suzuki Press Office – July 28. Yoshimura Suzuki Motul – 2nd Team KAGAYAMA – 7th SERT – 22nd Yoshimura Suzuki Motul Racing’s Sylvain Guintoli, Josh Brookes […]

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URAL Mihai family adventure – The Adventure Continues – Pamir Highway

Jul 31, 2017 Michael Le Pard

This week we’re checking back in with Mihai and his family on their current summer tour exploring Central Asia. Last post they were beginning their journey in Uzbekistan on their Ural Gear Up. Now 4 weeks […]

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URAL Mihai family adventure – The Adventure Continues – Kyrgyzstan

Jul 31, 2017 Michael Le Pard

This week we’re checking back in with Mihai and his family on their current summer tour exploring Central Asia. Last post they had just crossed the Pamir Highway to Kyrgyzstan on the Western border of […]

2018 Yamaha Star Venture

Total Motorcycle’s 2018 Yamaha Motorcycle Model Guide

Jul 31, 2017 Michael Le Pard

For 2018, Yamaha starts off with a slew of new motorcycle models! Introducing the all new 2018 Yamaha Star Venture Trans Continental, new 2018 YZ450F, new 2018 WR450F and new 2018 WR250F. Come see […]

2018 Indian Roadmaster Elite

Cool Wall Bike #327: 2018 Indian Roadmaster Elite

Jul 28, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Vote and Discuss on this week’s Total Motorcycle Cool Wall Bike #327 Bike! Have your opinions heard. The ultra-premium Roadmaster®Elite features custom-inspired two-tone candy paint with real 23K gold leaf badging on the tank and […]

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Lowes Scores Provisional Pole for Yamaha Factory Racing in Suzuka

Jul 28, 2017 Michael Le Pard

The Yamaha Factory Racing Team were determined to keep their Suzuka record up today, with Alex Lowes scorching to the fastest lap of the day to secure provisional pole position in the 2017 Coca-Cola Suzuka […]

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SUZUKI ENDURANCE TEAM READY FOR SUZUKA 8 HOURS

Jul 28, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – July 27. Suzuki Endurance Racing Team has made its first steps on track at the Suzuka International Circuit in Japan for this weekend’s season finale – the Suzuka 8 Hours […]

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American Flat Track action resumes at the Harley-Davidson Calistoga Half-Mile

Jul 28, 2017 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (July 27, 2017) – After a couple weekends off, American Flat Track racers are eager to get back to battle for top honors at the Harley-Davidson Calistoga Half-Mile on Saturday, July 29. […]

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European Bike Week 2017

Jul 28, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Experienced European Bike Week? European Bike Week® will be particularly special in 2017 as we celebrate 20 years of Europe’s biggest open Harley-Davidson® event. To commemorate this special occasion we are […]

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BarbersRide 2017 – Harleys & haircuts

Jul 28, 2017 Michael Le Pard

BarbersRide 2017 – Harleys & haircuts BarbersRide 2017 is a charity motorcycle ride to raise money for two very worthy charities: Great Ormond Street Hospital and The Lions Barber Collective, an international collective […]

2018 Indian Roadmaster Classic

Total Motorcycle’s 2018 Indian Motorcycle Model Guide

Jul 27, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Indian expands to 16 Models for 2018 by introducing the new 2018 Indian Scout Bobber, Indian Chief, Springfield Dark Horse, Chieftain Limited, Roadmaster Class and Roadmaster Elite. Total Motorcycle brings you the very best 2018 […]

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WorldSBK 2017 Red Bull Honda World Superbike Team completes successful test with Giugliano and Magnoni

Jul 27, 2017 Michael Le Pard

The Red Bull Honda World Superbike Team has completed a two-day private test at the Lausitzring racetrack in Germany, the same venue hosting the ninth round of the 2017 Superbike World Championship in three weekend’s […]

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American Flat Track shifts into primetime this Thursday with launch of NBCSN’s Overdrive

Jul 27, 2017 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (July 26, 2017) – This Thursday night, American Flat Track (AFT) shifts into primetime to serve as a cornerstone of NBCSN’s Overdrive, a new high-octane motorsports programming block slated to run weekly […]

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