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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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Francesco Bagnaia and Ducati Lenovo accrue maximum points at Japanese Grand Prix

Oct 6, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Bagnaia and the Ducati Lenovo Team take Sunday win at Motegi. Fourth place at the line for Enea Bastianini • Five Ducati machines in top 5: Jorge Martín is second with the Desmosedici GP machine […]

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2024 YZ bLU cRU Europe Cup SuperFinale MXoN at world famous Matterley Basin circuit

Oct 5, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Bohannon and Morgan Victorious in YZ65 and YZ85 SuperFinale Races The 2024 YZ bLU cRU Europe Cup SuperFinale got underway on Saturday October 5th at the legendary Motocross of Nations (MXoN) with the YZ65 and […]

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MOTO GUZZI IN 2024 BARBER VINTAGE FESTIVAL OCTOBER

Oct 5, 2024 Michael Le Pard

FROM THE SHORES OF LAKE COMO, THE STORIED MARQUE CELEBRATES OVER A CENTURY OF CONTINUOUS PRODUCTION, ARRIVING AT BARBER WITH NEW MODELS, GIVING ENTHUSIASTS PERFECT BLEND OF TIMELESS STYLE IN MODERN MACHINES NEW YORK, NY […]

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Pirelli sets new track records at Motegi despite bad weather

Oct 5, 2024 Michael Le Pard

In Moto2™, pole for Dixon and record lap for Manuel Gonzalez; in Moto3™, pole and all-time lap record for Iván Ortolá, despite the asphalt still damp due to the rain The first two days of […]

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Seven Ducati machines in sprint race top 7 at Motegi

Oct 5, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Bagnaia and the Ducati Lenovo are triumphant in Motegi’s sprint race, with Bastianini in second place at the chequered flag • Seven Ducati machines in the sprint race top 7: Marc Márquez is third aboard […]

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Top for KTM in Japanese Motegi MotoGP Sprint

Oct 5, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing fired back to MotoGP front-running prominence as Brad Binder captured 5th position in qualifying at Motegi for the sixteenth Grand Prix of the season. The South African was fastest on […]

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Riders of Ducati Lenovo Team secure direct seed at Motegi MotoGP

Oct 5, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The riders of Ducati Lenovo Team secure the direct seed to Q2 at Motegi. Bastianini is fifth quickest in Practice, Bagnaia seventh • Marc Márquez is second with the Ducati machine of Team Gresini Racing […]

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Suzuki to celebrate a quarter of a century of Hayabusa at Motorcycle Live

Oct 5, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Suzuki will celebrate a quarter of a century of the Hayabusa at this year’s Motorcycle Live – which takes place from 16-24 November at Birmingham’s NEC – with a special display area on its exhibition stand. The Japanese […]

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Auction Fundraiser – More than $12k to a Good Cause

Oct 5, 2024 Michael Le Pard

To support the motocross community and the Motocross of Nations US National Team, Beta Motorcycles hosted an auction of a 2024 450 RX bike and a unique Supercross experience. The auction came to an end this past […]

Interactive Friday: Buying a Motorcycle? eFuels and Bike Choices!

Interactive Friday: Buying a Motorcycle? eFuels and Bike Choices!

Oct 4, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Some big questions, big polls, big surveys and solid community growth over the past week here at Total Motorcycle and our on X @totalmotorcycle pages too. Our Top 3 questions this week were: Where did […]

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Washougal West Hare Scramble Recap

Oct 3, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Washougal, WA Round Six September 28th, 2024 Washougal West Hare Scramble Recap Washougal was the backdrop for the sixth round of the West Hare Scrambles. Fair temperatures and a slippery rocky course greeted the […]

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Jhak Walker Takes Top Step on Podium at John Penton GNCC

Oct 3, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Millfield, OH Round Twelve September 28h, 2024 Walker Takes Top Step on Podium at John Penton GNCC The GNCC series was in Millfield, Ohio for the John Penton GNCC. Each year this track seems […]

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Dare DeMartile Breaks Through for His First NGPC Win at Ridgecrest

Oct 3, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Ridgecrest, CA Round Seven September 27th, 2024 DeMartile Breaks Through for His First NGPC Win The NGPC was in the California desert for the seventh round. Thousands of racers and spectators descended on the […]

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Intense Final Round of MXGP in Cozar

Oct 3, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The final round of the 2024 FIM Motocross World Championship unfolded in Cozar, Spain, presenting the elite of MXGP with a brand-new circuit that challenged even the most seasoned riders. The Motor Ranch Cozar’s combination […]

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Iconic Motegi circuit: Ducati Arrives in Japan for 2024 MotoGP Season

Oct 2, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Following the Emilia-Romagna and Indonesia GPs, the Ducati Lenovo Team arrives in Japan to compete in the third and final round of the penultimate triple-header of the 2024 MotoGP season. The event will once again […]

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