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  • [ Apr 15, 2026 ] CARMICHAEL CROWNED THE HOLESHOT KING ON BROADWAY STREET IN NASHVILLE 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.
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King of the Hammers New “King of the Grand Prix” and “Holeshot King” Events

Dec 18, 2024 Michael Le Pard
JEREMY McGRATH TO BRING TWO NEW TWO-WHEELED EVENTS TO THE 2025 PROGRESSIVE KING OF THE HAMMERS POWERED BY OPTIMA BATTERIES The AMA Hall of Fame Inductee will bring the “King of the Grand Prix” and […]
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Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing targets offroad success entering 2025

Dec 18, 2024 Michael Le Pard
A sharp new Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing line-up will race into the United States offroad season in 2025, aiming to continue to challenge for championship success with Craig DeLong, Dalton Shirey, Ryder LeBlond and […]
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RED BULL KTM READY TO RACE 2025 DAKAR RALLY

Dec 17, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s three-man team of Kevin Benavides, Luciano Benavides, and Daniel Sanders are all set to take on the 2025 Dakar Rally in the RallyGP class. After a strong program of testing and training, the experienced […]
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MotoGP Lorenzo Savadori together with Aprilia Racing for two more years

Dec 17, 2024 Michael Le Pard
THE ITALIAN RIDER WILL CONTINUE HIS WORK DEVELOPING THE RS-GP FOR THE 2025 AND 2026 SEASONS Lorenzo Savadori renews his commitment to Aprilia Racing, continuing in his role as official tester for the 2025 and […]
New 2025 Yamaha Motorcycles - Manifesting Riding Excitement!
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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!
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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!
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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 […]
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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!
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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!
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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!
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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 […]

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