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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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Rea Relishes First Podium for Pata Prometeon Yamaha WorldSBK at Donington Park

Jul 14, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Rea Relishes First Podium for Pata Prometeon Yamaha WorldSBK at Donington Park Jonathan Rea and Pata Prometeon Yamaha celebrated the first podium of their 2024 FIM Superbike World Championship partnership at the team’s home round […]

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Ducati North America and Warhorse HSBK Racing Extend Partnership through 2029

Jul 14, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Sunnyvale, Calif., July 14, 2024 – Ducati North America (DNA) is proud to announce the renewal of its partnership with Warhorse HSBK Racing as the exclusive U.S. Superbike Factory-Supported Team in the MotoAmerica Superbike championship […]

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It was great to jump back on my Yamaha R1 machine at iconic Donington Park Great Britain

Jul 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Aegerter and Gardner Focusing on Race Distance on Donington Friday Dominique Aegerter and Remy Gardner returned to action at the iconic Donington Park, Great Britain, as round five of the FIM Superbike World Championship got […]

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Donington Park circuit proved to be extremely challenging for Ducati Panigale V4R machines

Jul 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Bulega and Bautista finish third and sixth respectively in Friday free practice at Donington Park. Huertas on WorldSSP pole again for the fourth time. The Donington Park circuit proved to be extremely challenging for Alvaro […]

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New Lap Record at Donington Park for Yamaha

Jul 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Yamane on Pole with New Lap Record at Donington Park Japan’s Shoma Yamane took his second consecutive pole position of the season at Round 4 of the FIM Yamaha R3 bLU cRU World Cup in […]

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When you’re hot you’re hot! That’s exactly how Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati’s Josh Herrin feels

Jul 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Josh Herrin shines at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca on Friday Sunnyvale, Calif., July 12, 2024 — When you’re hot, you’re hot! That’s exactly how Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati’s Josh Herrin feels after topping the Friday times […]

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Eyes on Yamaha R1 WorldSBK at one of WorldSBK oldest venues Donington Park

Jul 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Pata Prometeon Yamaha Work Towards “Bringing It Home” on Day 1 at Donington Friday Free Practice got underway for Pata Prometeon Yamaha and its riders Jonathan Rea and Andrea Locatelli for the team’s home round […]

Inspiration Friday: Honda Adventure Roads

Inspiration Friday: Honda Adventure Roads

Jul 12, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Honda Adventure roads isn’t just about reaching the destination; it’s about the transformative journey that lies in-between. The 2025 edition of Honda Adventure Roads starts in Rome, Italy and finishes in historic Istanbul, Turkey. Experience […]

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POL ESPARGARO BACK ON THE MOTOGP GRID FOR RED BULL RING

Jul 11, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Pol Espargaro will ride out of the pit box alongside Red Bull KTM Factory Racing to make his second official wildcard competitive appearance of 2024 at the Austrian Grand Prix on August 16-18. The 33-year-old […]

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Arguably the closest MotoAmerica Superbike Championship in history

Jul 11, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati descends on the legendary WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca for round six of the 2024 Steel Commander MotoAmerica Superbike Championship Sunnyvale, Calif., July 10, 2024 — There are many fine racetracks around […]

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Donington Park Next for R3 World Cup as Title Battle Heats up

Jul 11, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The FIM Yamaha R3 bLU cRU World Cup comes to Donington Park in the UK for Round 4 of the 2024 campaign, and as the season tips over its half-way point the title battle is […]

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Two Toasty MXGP Rounds in Indonesia

Jul 10, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Returning to Lombok for a second consecutive year, the riders faced the challenge of back-to-back rounds at the same venue. The purpose-built Selaparang Track is best described as soft and loamy, but it had a […]

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Remy Gardner and Dominique Aegerter return to WorldSBK action at iconic Donington Park

Jul 10, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Gardner and Aegerter Eager to Shine in Donington Remy Gardner and Dominique Aegerter return to action at the iconic Donington Park, Great Britain, for the fifth round of the 2024 FIM Superbike World Championship this […]

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Donington Park kicks off WorldSBK double-header for BMW Motorrad Motorsport

Jul 9, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Donington Park. After a successful weekend at Misano (ITA) with a historic hat-trick by Toprak Razgatlioglu (TUR), BMW Motorrad Motorsport now heads to Great Britain. The fifth round of the FIM Superbike World Championship 2024 […]

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Indian Motorcycle Racing’s Jared Mees FTR750 racing prowess at Memphis Shades DuQuoin Mile

Jul 9, 2024 Michael Le Pard

JARED MEES TRIUMPHS AT MEMPHIS SHADES DUQUOIN MILE, SCORING THIRD WIN OF THE SEASON ABOARD INDIAN MOTORCYCLE RACING FTR750 Mees Currently Sits Second Overall in Championship Standings at 197 Points With Six Rounds Remaning […]

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