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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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Heartbreak for Botturi as Bad Luck Costs Him Victory at Africa Eco Race

Jan 12, 2025 Michael Le Pard
The Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team’s Alessandro Botturi, in partnership with Riders for Health (powered by Two Wheels for Life), missed out on the overall victory by just 25 seconds after a dramatic finish to the […]
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FIFTH PLACE FOR LUCIANO BENAVIDES ON DAKAR RALLY STAGE SIX

Jan 11, 2025 Michael Le Pard
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Luciano Benavides delivered a strong performance on stage six of the 2025 Dakar Rally, finishing fifth on the 605-kilometer timed special and moving up to sixth overall in the standings. Teammate Daniel Sanders overcame […]
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RED BULL KTM READY TO RACE WEEK TWO AT 2025 DAKAR RALLY

Jan 11, 2025 Michael Le Pard
With the first week of the 47th Dakar Rally complete and the team enjoying a well-deserved rest day in Saudi Arabia, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing now looks ahead to the second half of the […]
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Aprilia Tuareg Racing in the tenth stage of the 2025 Africa Eco Race

Jan 11, 2025 Michael Le Pard
EXTRAORDINARY VICTORY FOR CERUTTI AND THE TUAREG RALLY IN THE PENULTIMATE TIMED SECTION Jacopo Cerutti and Team Aprilia Tuareg Racing took home an extraordinary win in the tenth stage of the 2025 Africa Eco Race. […]
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Ducati and Troy Lee Designs join forces in the AMA Supercross paddock to prepare for the Desmo450 MX’s arrival in North America

Jan 11, 2025 Michael Le Pard
The partnership marks the first step in preparing for the arrival of the Ducati Desmo450 MX in the American market ahead of its upcoming racing debut in the AMA Championship Starting with the first round […]
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Africa Eco Race Set Up for Dramatic Finale as Botturi Secures Second on Stage 10

Jan 11, 2025 Michael Le Pard
Africa Eco Race Set Up for Dramatic Finale as Botturi Secures Second on Stage 10 The 2025 Africa Eco Race is on a knife edge after the Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team’s Alessandro Botturi, in partnership […]
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Yamaha Motorcycles & Scooters now backed by three-year factory warranty

Jan 11, 2025 Michael Le Pard
Yamaha Motor UK is proud to announce an enhancement to its customer aftersales offering. Effective immediately, all Model Year 2025 Yamaha road-going motorcycles and scooters, including the versatile NEO’s electric scooter and its batteries, will […]
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Jan 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard
Here at Total Motorcycle my heart goes out to those affected by the California wildfires. I wanted to share some incredible imagery you wouldn’t see on the news. What better media to use than motorcycles […]
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2025 HARLEY-DAVIDSON HOMECOMING FESTIVAL FEATURES HEADLINING ACTS CHRIS STAPLETON AND HANK WILLIAMS JR

Jan 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard
2025 HARLEY-DAVIDSON HOMECOMING FESTIVAL TO FEATURE HEADLINING ACTS CHRIS STAPLETON AND HANK WILLIAMS JR. Advanced Ticket Sales Begin January 17, 2025   MILWAUKEE (January 9, 2025) – The annual Harley-Davidson Homecoming® Festival will be headlined […]
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LUCIANO BENAVIDES WINS STAGE FIVE AT DAKAR 2025

Jan 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Luciano Benavides has claimed an impressive stage win on the final day of week one at the 2025 Dakar Rally, his first victory of the event, moving him up to seventh overall […]
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Announcing the 2025 Liqui Moly Factory Beta Off-Road Team

Jan 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard
The Liqui Moly Beta Factory Off-Road Team is excited to announce its official lineup for the 2025 season, showcasing a roster of exceptionally talented and determined riders. The West Coast Off-Road Team returns two champions, […]
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TRIUMPH RACING ENTERS A1 WITH JORDON SMITH AND STILEZ ROBERTSON COMPETING IN 250SX WEST

Jan 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard
With Jalek Swoll suffering an unfortunate pre-season injury in the lead up to the 2025 AMA SuperMotocross World Championship season, Triumph Racing will now be represented by Jordon Smith and Stilez Robertson at the opening […]
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METZELER TT VILLAGE is back in spotlight at the Isle of Man TT 2025

Jan 9, 2025 Michael Le Pard
The campsite, which in the past has hosted motorcyclists and fans from all over the world in the heart of the Isle of Man, is renewed with high-level services, opening registrations for the 2025 event […]
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Race Husky in 2025 with Contingency and Trackside Support Programs

Jan 9, 2025 Michael Le Pard
Husqvarna Mobility North America, Inc. has announced details for the 2025 Husqvarna Motorcycles Contingency Support Program, which is proud to continue offering over $6 million in possible rewards for amateur and professional racers across a […]
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Victory for Aprilia Tuareg Racing in eighth stage of Africa Eco Race 2025

Jan 9, 2025 Michael Le Pard
FRANCESCO MONTANARI CLAIMS FIRST STAGE WIN, CERUTTI WEAKENED BY GASTROINTESTINAL VIRUS Francesco Montanari and the Aprilia Tuareg Racing Team enjoyed a great day as Montanari claimed victory in the eighth stage of the Africa Eco […]

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