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.

Pirelli SCX and it’s a record for Moreira in Moto2™, Carpe on pole for Moto3

Jun 21, 2025 Michael Le Pard

With the supersoft rear compound, Moreira set the new all-time lap record despite very high track temperatures · Diogo Moreira (Kalex) took pole for the Moto2™ race by also setting a new all-time lap record in 1’49.745, improving on the […]

Indian Motorcycle donates Sport Chief RT for Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath event

Jun 21, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Indian Motorcycle, America’s first motorcycle company, has announced the donation of a one-of-a-kind, customised Sport Chief RT for a high-profile charity auction set to coincide with the upcoming ‘Back to the Beginning’ show — the […]

Pirelli remains Sole Tyre Supplier to the British Superbike Championship until 2030

Jun 21, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Pirelli confirmed as Presenting Sponsor and Sole Tyre Supplier for 2026-2030 in what will become a 23-year partnership, one of the longest-running in motorsport Pirelli will remain the Presenting Sponsor and Sole Tyre Supplier of the British Superbike Championship up to […]

Yamaha Racing Team & YART Yamaha Enjoy Productive Suzuka Test

Jun 21, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The Yamaha Racing Team (YRT) and the Yamalube YART Yamaha EWC Official Team (YART) completed the Suzuka 8 Hours two-day Joint Test in eighth and 11th, respectively, as they continue their preparations for the […]

Mattia Guadagnini to miss the MXGP of Great Britain

Jun 21, 2025 Michael Le Pard

• Mattia Guadagnini, injured during training, out for the MXGP of Great Britain The Aruba.it-Ducati Factory MX Team rider suffered an injury while preparing for the next round of MXGP that is held this weekend at […]

Positive Friday for Aprilia Racing at Mugello

Jun 21, 2025 Michael Le Pard

MARCO BEZZECCHI SIXTH FASTEST – GOES STRAIGHT INTO Q2. LORENZO SAVADORI CONTINUES DEVELOPMENT WORK ON RS-GP25 The opening day of practice at the Mugello Circuit concluded positively for Aprilia Racing and Marco Bezzecchi, who secured […]

The Pirelli SCX rear is back in the spotlight in Moto2 at Mugello

Jun 19, 2025 Michael Le Pard

In the Italian Grand Prix, the riders of the intermediate class will once again have the supersoft rear solution, which was utilsed at Jerez and Le Mans · For the Grand Prix of Italy, Pirelli will once again make […]

Korie Steede and Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing crowned in U.S. Sprint Enduro

Jun 19, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Korie Steede has clinched the Pro Women crown at the 2025 U.S. Sprint Enduro Series’ final round in Virginia, sweeping both days at Round 7 for the overall victory and title. U.S. […]

Home race for Aprilia Racing and their riders in Mugello

Jun 19, 2025 Michael Le Pard

MARCO BEZZECCHI AND LORENZO SAVADORI READY FOR THE ITALIAN GP Aprilia Racing is gearing up for a special weekend at the Mugello Circuit for the ninth round of the season. This is the home race […]

The Ducati Lenovo Team at Mugello: between speed, excellence and Italian Genius

Jun 19, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The most awaited week for Ducatisti and MotoGP lovers is upon us: the Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello, one of the most spectacular tracks on the calendar, will host the Brembo Grand Prix Of Italy, the […]

Hometown Podium for DeMartile in Marysville NGPC

Jun 19, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Round six on the NGPC circuit was at the hometown track of Dare DeMartile. Dare took an early lead on the start but found himself in second soon after the start. The rest of the […]

High Point Raceway “The Country Club of Motocross” Recap

Jun 19, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Round 4 – High Point National Recap The fourth round of the Pro Motocross season was at High Point Raceway, affectionately called “The Country Club of Motocross”. The track conditions started off great, but soon […]

Motivation is High for the MXGP of Great Britain in Matterley Basin

Jun 19, 2025 Michael Le Pard

After a well-deserved weekend off, the Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP and MX2 teams are excited to return to action this weekend for the 12th round of the FIM Motocross World Championship at the […]

Locatelli Returns to the Podium in Super Strong Misano Sunday for Pata Maxus Yamaha

Jun 19, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Locatelli Returns to the Podium in Super Strong Misano Sunday for Pata Maxus Yamaha Andrea Locatelli celebrated a well-deserved podium in the Superpole Race this morning, followed by a fighting fourth place finish in […]

Victory for Öncü in Misano Race 2

Jun 19, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Can Öncü returned to the top step of the podium with a calm, collected victory on Sunday in Misano to move second in the championship standings for the Yamaha BLU CRU Evan Bros Racing […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

Pirelli SCX and it’s a record for Moreira in Moto2™, Carpe on pole for Moto3

Indian Motorcycle donates Sport Chief RT for Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath event

Pirelli remains Sole Tyre Supplier to the British Superbike Championship until 2030

Yamaha Racing Team & YART Yamaha Enjoy Productive Suzuka Test

Mattia Guadagnini to miss the MXGP of Great Britain

Positive Friday for Aprilia Racing at Mugello

The Pirelli SCX rear is back in the spotlight in Moto2 at Mugello

Korie Steede and Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing crowned in U.S. Sprint Enduro

Home race for Aprilia Racing and their riders in Mugello

The Ducati Lenovo Team at Mugello: between speed, excellence and Italian Genius

Hometown Podium for DeMartile in Marysville NGPC

High Point Raceway “The Country Club of Motocross” Recap

Motivation is High for the MXGP of Great Britain in Matterley Basin

Locatelli Returns to the Podium in Super Strong Misano Sunday for Pata Maxus Yamaha

Victory for Öncü in Misano Race 2

New Indian Motorcycle Signature Series: Ultra Exclusive & Extremely Limited!

New Harley-Davidson Deadwood Offers up WWII Spirit of Freedom

Are the new 2027 BMW’s the Best Lineup to Date?

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