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[ Dec 18, 2025 ] Third consecutive title for UniBo Motorsport, the University of Bologna team supported by Fondazione Ducati News
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[ Dec 15, 2025 ] STRONG RESULTS FOR LETTENBICHLER AND GARCIA AT SUPERENDURO ROUND ONE News
[ Dec 15, 2025 ] Billy Bolt wins SuperEnduro season opener in Poland News
[ Dec 15, 2025 ] Husqvarna Factory Racing and Polisport announce new partnership for 2026 News
[ Dec 15, 2025 ] LETTENBICHLER FIRED UP FOR 2026 SUPERENDURO CAMPAIGN News
[ Dec 15, 2025 ] Amazing 2026 MV Agusta Brutale Oro & New 240hp 16000 rpm 5-cylinder engine! 2026 Motorcycle Models
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[ Dec 8, 2025 ] KTM celebrates 28 championship titles in 2025 News
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[ Dec 3, 2025 ] HARLEY-DAVIDSON REVEALS 2026 RACE SEASON CONTINGENCY PROGRAMS News

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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.

New 2025 Yamaha Motorcycles - Manifesting Riding Excitement!

New 2025 Yamaha Motorcycles – Manifesting Riding Excitement!

Dec 16, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha wraps up Christmas for riders with the complete release of all 56 of their 2025 motorcycle and scooter models, what a great holiday gift! (Unless we missed something that is). 27 great new and […]

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Billy Bolt gets 2025 SuperEnduro season off to strong start with victory in Poland

Dec 15, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Factory Racing star takes two wins from three races at round one to claim an early championship lead Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Billy Bolt has secured victory at round one of the 2025 FIM SuperEnduro […]

Interactive Friday: It's a White Wall Christmas!

Interactive Friday: It’s a White Wall Christmas!

Dec 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Today being both Friday the 13th and with 12 Days to to Christmas it’s a weird Merrily Day indeed! Welcome to a Motorcycle Christmas at Total Motorcycle and starting it off is our Interactive Friday: […]

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RED BULL KTM FACTORY RACING CHARGING INTO 2025 SMX WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP SEASON

Dec 9, 2024 Michael Le Pard

MURRIETA, Calif. – A returning four-rider Red Bull KTM Factory Racing Team will feature Chase Sexton and Aaron Plessinger in the 450 Class alongside 250 Class duo Tom Vialle and Julien Beaumer in the 2025 SuperMotocross […]

2025 Ducati Motorcycles: Setting new benchmarks for Riders!

2025 Ducati Motorcycles: Setting new benchmarks for Riders!

Dec 9, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Two great news stories today! Ducat’s new V2 engine is a game changer for not only the company but also riders the new 2025 Ducati Motorcycles: Setting new benchmarks for Riders! And Total Motorcycle has […]

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Uber-successful 2024 FIM Endurance World Championship season celebration

Dec 9, 2024 Michael Le Pard

YOSHIMURA CELEBRATES A SUCCESSFUL 2024 EWC SEASON Yoshimura SERT Motul continues to celebrate its uber-successful 2024 FIM Endurance World Championship season where it finished on the podium at every round and secured the prestigious championship […]

Aprilia RSV4 X ex3ma

The Aprilia RSV4 X ex3ma sells out in just 76 days

Dec 7, 2024 Michael Le Pard

THE SUCCESS OF THE X SERIES WITH THE APRILIA RSV4 X EX3MA CONTINUES: A LIMITED EDITION OF JUST 30 UNITS WITH GROUND EFFECT AERODYNAMICS The Aprilia RSV4 X ex3ma, presented on the occasion of the […]

Interactive Friday: Best Gauges, Aftermarket Rumble and Travel Food!

Interactive Friday: Best Gauges, Aftermarket Rumble and Travel Food!

Dec 6, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Who doesn’t like smiling kids and happy motorcycles, thus how can we not add this wonderful photo to TMW’s front page from our survey on aftermarket pipes? (Thanks Stephen). Welcome to Interactive Friday: Best Gauges, […]

2025 Aprilia Motorbikes: Both Fun & Affordable? YES!

2025 Aprilia Motorbikes: Both Fun & Affordable? YES!

Dec 2, 2024 Michael Le Pard

$6599, new, Italian, motorcycle. Let that sink in. $6899 for the sportbike. In today’s world of ever increasing expenses, inflation pricing and rising public and private debt levels isn’t it nice to get a breeze […]

Interactive Friday: Giving Thanks for Engines and Fossil Fuels!

Interactive Friday: Giving Thanks for Engines and Fossil Fuels!

Nov 29, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Are you enjoying Thanksgiving and the Black Friday/Cyber Monday festive weekend? Are you overly stuffed with Turkey? Ham? Roast Beef? Maybe too much gravy or cranberry sauce? Had too much apple, pumpkin and pecan pie? […]

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KTM ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC RESTRUCTURING PLAN

Nov 26, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Austria – 26 November, 2024 – KTM CEO Stefan Pierer and Co-CEO Gottfried Neumeister today addressed the company’s more than 5,000 employees, unveiling a comprehensive plan to navigate the current financial challenges and ensure a robust […]

Circle the wagons! New 2025 Indian Motorcycle Lineup Now Starting at $9999

Circle the wagons! New 2025 Indian Motorcycle Lineup Now Starting at $9999

Nov 25, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Circle the wagons it’s about to be an Indian Autumn! New 2025 Indian Motorcycle Lineup has been spotted over the horizon and will make any cowboy smile. With Thanksgiving here and affordability on the mind, […]

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2025 SMX WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP SCHEDULE

Nov 24, 2024 Michael Le Pard

NBC SPORTS, PEACOCK, AND THE SMX LEAGUE ANNOUNCE 2025 SMX WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPTM MEDIA SCHEDULE All Regular Season and Postseason Races to be Presented Across Peacock, NBC, and USA Network Peacock to Stream All Races, Qualifying and […]

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Endurocross series wrapped up in Everett Washington

Nov 23, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Everett, WA Round Six November 16th, 2024 Gerston Takes Moto Win, and Second Place at Round Six The Endurocross series wrapped up in Everett, Washington for the sixth and final round. The energy in […]

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Zane Roberts Crowned 2024 National Hare & Hound Champion

Nov 23, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Lucerne Valley, CA Round Six November 17th, 2024 Zane Roberts Crowned 2024 National Hare & Hound Champion Lucerne Valley, California was the scene for the sixth and final round of the National Hare & […]

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