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.

Marc Márquez and the Ducati Lenovo Team third quickest in Motegi Friday

Oct 3, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Alex Márquez tops the timesheets with the Ducati of Gresini Racing MotoGP while setting a new outright lap record of the track (1’42.811) The Ducati Lenovo Team completed the opening day of the Grand […]

Solid Friday for Aprilia Racing at Motegi

Oct 3, 2026 Michael Le Pard

BOTH FACTORY RIDERS STRAIGHT THROUGH TO Q2: MARCO BEZZECCHI FOURTH, JORGE MARTÍN EIGHTH Aprilia Racing ended the opening day of practice at Mobility Resort Motegi with a positive result. Marco Bezzecchi finished FP1 in third […]

BMW Motorrad reports record September and -11.5% YoY Sales Drop

Oct 3, 2026 Michael Le Pard

BMW Motorrad. Retailers across Canada welcomed lovers of two-wheeled life to their showrooms during the BMW Motorrad Open Haus events in September. The riding community came together to share stories and experiences while enjoying refreshments, […]

Asia combines youth with experience at 2026 FIM Intercontinental Games

Oct 3, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Asia combines youth with experience at 2026 FIM Intercontinental Games The biennial FIM Intercontinental Games (ICG) returns to the calendar this season for its second edition – scheduled to run from 11-13 December at the […]

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE AND JACK DANIEL’S® REUNITE FOR MULTI-YEAR PARTNERSHIP

Oct 1, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Two Legendary American Brands Restore Iconic Collaboration, Celebrate American Craftsmanship with Limited-Edition Motorcycles & Expanded Merchandise Collection GOLDEN VALLEY, MN — OCTOBER 1, 2026 – Indian Motorcycle, America’s First Motorcycle Company, and Jack Daniel’s […]

Indian Motorcycle Racing closed out a historic 2026 Mission King of the Baggers (KOTB) season

Oct 1, 2026 Michael Le Pard

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE RACING CAPS HISTORIC 2026 KING OF THE BAGGERS SEASON AT NEW JERSEY MOTORSPORTS PARK FINALE WITH RACE 1 WIN & INDIAN CHALLENGER PODIUM SWEEP Vance & Hines Motorsports-Built Indian Challenger Secures […]

CARDO SYSTEMS INTRODUCES ROSEWOOD LIMITED EDITION PACKTALK EDGE TO SUPPORT BREAST CANCER RESEARCH

Oct 1, 2026 Michael Le Pard

PLANO, Texas – September 30, 2026 – Cardo Systems, the global leader in wireless communication systems for powersports riders, today announced the Rosewood Limited Edition PACKTALK EDGE, created in support of the Breast Cancer […]

5.11 TRIUMPH FACTORY RACING WELCOMES AARON PLESSINGER

Oct 1, 2026 Michael Le Pard

5.11 Triumph Factory Racing is pleased to officially welcome Aaron Plessinger to its SuperMotocross World Championship program. The experienced American has signed a two-year agreement to race the TF 450-X in the AMA Supercross […]

Beta USA Signs Gage Linville to Factory 250SX Team

Oct 1, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Beta USA has signed Gage Linville on a two-year deal to race for the Liqui Moly Beta Race Team in the 250SX class of the Monster Energy Supercross series. He will join Derek Kelley as […]

Aprilia Racing resumes in Asia with the Grand Prix of Japan

Oct 1, 2026 Michael Le Pard

JORGE MARTÍN AND MARCO BEZZECCHI RENEW THE CHALLENGE IN MOTEGI Aprilia Racing heads to Asia for the first of the overseas rounds in this championship run-in—the Grand Prix of Japan—the sixteenth round of the FIM […]

2026 MotoAmerica Quad Lock Superbike Championship at Rain-Soaked New Jersey Finale

Oct 1, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Sean Dylan Kelly finishes second in the 2026 championship standings. OrangeCat Racing teammate Jayson Uribe finishes the season seventh. The championship is decided in a rain-affected Race 3 on Sunday at NJMP. The result comes […]

Bloss and McElrath Close Out SMX Playoffs at Ridgedale Missouri

Oct 1, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Liqui Moly Beta Factory Racing closed out the 2026 SuperMotocross World Championship at the SMX World Championship Final in Ridgedale, Missouri, with Shane McElrath and Benny Bloss both competing in the 450 Wildcard. McElrath put […]

Dare DeMartile Secures Another Podium Finish at WORCS Round 8

Oct 1, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Liqui Moly Beta’s Dare DeMartile battled his way to a podium finish at Round 8 of the WORCS Series at the Rabbit Run GP in Delta, Utah. Racing at Bunker Hill MX, DeMartile faced a […]

RED BULL KTM FACTORY RACING THANKS AARON PLESSINGER FOR FIVE SUCCESSFUL SEASONS TOGETHER

Oct 1, 2026 Michael Le Pard

MURRIETA, Calif. – Red Bull KTM Factory Racing extends its appreciation to Aaron Plessinger following five successful seasons together, with the partnership delivering an impressive catalog of race results across AMA Supercross and Pro Motocross. […]

Moto Guzzi: new winter opening hours in Mandello del Lario

Oct 1, 2026 Michael Le Pard

THE HOME OF MOTO GUZZI, RECENTLY SUBJECT TO A FUTURISTIC REDESIGN PROJECT, WILL BE OPEN EVERY WEEK FROM THURSDAY TO SUNDAY, WITH OPENING HOURS EXTENDED UNTIL 6 PM AT WEEKENDS. SINCE THE END OF […]