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.

Challenging weekend concludes for GYTR GRT Yamaha in Aragon

Sep 29, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Challenging weekend concludes for GYTR GRT Yamaha in Aragon A tricky weekend for the GYTR GRT Yamaha team concluded on Sunday at Motorland Aragon with Remy Gardner salvaging a point in the final feature race. […]

New records for Pirelli on scorching Indonesian asphalt at Moto3 and Moto2

Sep 28, 2024 Michael Le Pard

With track temperatures above 60 Celsius degrees, Canet and Ortolá take pole and set new all-time lap records in Moto2™ and Moto3™, respectively Historically, the Mandalika circuit in Indonesia has always reached some of the […]

Solid second day for KTM in scorching Indonesia MotoGP Sprint

Sep 28, 2024 Michael Le Pard

#33 and #43 will reset and go again tomorrow. MotoGP fans can look forward to another 27-lap spectacle from 09.00 CET on Sunday. Jack Miller, 16th in qualification, 11th in the Sprint: “A solid […]

The Ducati Lenovo Team scores sensational one-two finish at Indonesian Grand Prix

Sep 28, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Bagnaia and Ducati Lenovo Team back to winning ways in Mandalika Sprint Race, while Bastianini is second at the line • Five Ducati machines in the race top 5: Marc Márquez is third with the […]

Really nice to ride again and get familiar with my R1 in WorldSBK

Sep 27, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Rea and Locatelli Return to Work for Friday Free Practice in Aragon Pata Prometeon Yamaha returned to work with Jonathan Rea and Andrea Locatelli for the first day of competition at MotorLand Aragon, Round 10 […]

Seventh pole position for Adrian Huertas in WorldSSP at Aragon

Sep 27, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Bulega third and Bautista fourth at the end of free practice at Aragon. Seventh pole position for Huertas in WorldSSP It was a solid Friday for the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team with Nicolò Bulega […]

WorldSBK Remy Gardner and Marvin Fritz returned to action at Motorland Aragon Spain

Sep 27, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Gardner Pushes On in Aragon Remy Gardner and Marvin Fritz returned to action as the tenth round of the 2024 FIM Superbike World Championship commenced at Motorland Aragon, Spain. Both GYTR GRT Yamaha riders faced […]

2025 Motorcycle Models

Interactive Friday: Modern Bike or Vintage? Brand Loyalty & Stuff!

Sep 27, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Are you ready for another Interactive Friday at Total Motorcycle? This week’s Modern Bike or Vintage? Brand Loyalty & Stuff title might make you scratch your head wondering, but they were are Top 3 topics […]

MXGP & MX2 Teams Set for Season Finale in Spain!

Sep 27, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP & MX2 Teams Set for Season Finale in Spain! The Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP and MX2 teams are ready for the 20th and final round of the 2024 FIM […]

Topping the timesheets on opening day at Mandalika Circuit

Sep 27, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Bastianini and the Ducati Lenovo Team top the timesheets on opening day at Mandalika Circuit. Bagnaia is fourth • Five Ducati machines in the top 5: Jorge Martín is second with the Desmosedici GP of […]

New technical partnership with REV’IT! for MotoAmerica Talent Cup

Sep 26, 2024 Michael Le Pard

EST FARGO, NORTH DAKOTA – September 24, 2024 – Krämer Motorcycles USA is excited to announce a technical partnership with REV’IT! for the new MotoAmerica Talent Cup. The partnership sees REV’IT! supporting Krämer Motorcycles USA’s development […]

Krämer Motorcycles USA Partners with KYT Americas for the MotoAmerica Talent Cup

Sep 26, 2024 Michael Le Pard

September 2024 – KYT Americas will officially partner with Krämer Motorcycles USA for the upcoming inaugural season of the MotoAmerica Talent Cup, to provide competitors with a support package that incentivizes and rewards those entering the […]

Eyes on 2024 Steel Commander MotoAmerica Superbike Championship

Sep 26, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Destiny beckons for Josh Herrin and Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati as Herrin sets his eyes on the 2024 Steel Commander MotoAmerica Superbike Championship Sunnyvale, Calif., September 25, 2024 — After eight rounds of white-knuckle racing, it […]

Zink Ranch National Enduro Results in Oklahoma

Sep 26, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Sand Springs, OK Round Nine September 22nd, 2024 Zink Ranch National Enduro Recap The National Enduro series descended on the Zink Ranch in Oklahoma. This was the home to the 1994 ISDE, which was […]

MV AGUSTA AT THE MILANO WATCH WEEK

Sep 26, 2024 Michael Le Pard

MV AGUSTA AT THE MILANO WATCH WEEK: A MOTORCYCLE BRAND THAT PERFECTLY COMPLEMENTS HIGH-END WATCHES MV Agusta is gearing up for the first-ever edition of the Milano Watch Week. The Varese-based motorcycle brand will showcase […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

Challenging weekend concludes for GYTR GRT Yamaha in Aragon

New records for Pirelli on scorching Indonesian asphalt at Moto3 and Moto2

Solid second day for KTM in scorching Indonesia MotoGP Sprint

The Ducati Lenovo Team scores sensational one-two finish at Indonesian Grand Prix

Really nice to ride again and get familiar with my R1 in WorldSBK

Seventh pole position for Adrian Huertas in WorldSSP at Aragon

WorldSBK Remy Gardner and Marvin Fritz returned to action at Motorland Aragon Spain

Interactive Friday: Modern Bike or Vintage? Brand Loyalty & Stuff!

MXGP & MX2 Teams Set for Season Finale in Spain!

Topping the timesheets on opening day at Mandalika Circuit

New technical partnership with REV’IT! for MotoAmerica Talent Cup

Krämer Motorcycles USA Partners with KYT Americas for the MotoAmerica Talent Cup

Eyes on 2024 Steel Commander MotoAmerica Superbike Championship

Zink Ranch National Enduro Results in Oklahoma

MV AGUSTA AT THE MILANO WATCH WEEK

Should This New Bike Exist? 2026 Ducati Monster+

New 2026 Honda Icons Return + More Tariffs + USMCA Dead?

New 2026 Ducati & Yamaha Rally Motorcycles Deliver Adventure!

Inspiration Friday: Harley‑Davidson Heritage Softail Turns 20

New 2026 Can-Am Motorcycles: Get Charged Up!