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.

VICTORY IN PORTUGAL FOR JOSEP GARCIA AT ENDUROGP ROUND ONE

Apr 6, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Josep Garcia has made an impressive start to his 2025 FIM EnduroGP World Championship campaign, claiming EnduroGP victory on day one in Portugal. Securing third place in EnduroGP on day two, Garcia […]

Seventh in the Riola Sardo sand for Elzinga at MXGP round four

Apr 6, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2 team’s Rick Elzinga has delivered his best result of the season so far with a strong seventh overall at Riola Sardo in Sardinia. The MX2 star enjoyed a consistent weekend […]

MXGP of Sardegna -Double holeshots for Jeremy Seewer and the Desmo450 MX at Riola

Apr 6, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The first laps led by Ducati in MXGP World Championship history The Aruba.it- Ducati Factory MX Team rider in the top 10 of race two The Riola Sardo track, one of the most demanding […]

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing pushes through chaotic Foxborough Supercross

Apr 6, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing riders Malcolm Stewart and RJ Hampshire endured a challenging night of competition in Round 12 of the 2025 AMA Supercross Championship at Foxborough’s Gillette Stadium, with both riders collecting valuable points despite the ultra-tough […]

AARON PLESSINGER WINS FIRST 450SX MAIN EVENT OF 2025 IN RAIN-SOAKED FOXBOROUGH

Apr 6, 2025 Michael Le Pard

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Aaron Plessinger has captured an emphatic first 450SX Main Event victory of season 2025 at Round 12 of the AMA Supercross Championship in Foxborough, overcoming treacherous conditions to clinch […]

Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team Set for New Challenge at Carta Rallye

Apr 6, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team, consisting of Alessandro Botturi and special guest rider Gautier Paulin, in partnership with Riders for Health (powered by Two Wheels for Life), are ready to take on the Carta Rallye […]

Cairoli steps in for Guadagnini in Trentino MXGP

Apr 6, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Antonio Cairoli will race alongside Jeremy Seewer in the Monster Energy MXGP of Trentino, scheduled for April 12 and 13 on the “Il Ciclamino” circuit at Pietramurata (TN). The nine-time world motocross champion, star of […]

Great comeback by the Aruba.it – Ducati Factory MX Team rider after a problem at the starting gate

Apr 6, 2025 Michael Le Pard

MXGP of Sardegna – Seewer twelfth in a comeback in the Qualifying Race of Riola Sardo • Great comeback by the Aruba.it – Ducati Factory MX Team rider after a problem at the starting gate The fourth […]

Lotte van Drunen Opens 2025 WMX Season with Stunning Victory in Sardinia!

Apr 6, 2025 Michael Le Pard

De Baets Yamaha Supported MX Team’s Lotte van Drunen has kicked off her FIM Women’s Motocross World Championship title defence by taking overall victory at round one of the 2025 campaign in Riola Sardo, Sardinia. […]

ACERBIS 6DAYS FIM Enduro of Nations Main Partner until 2026

Apr 2, 2025 Michael Le Pard

To celebrate the return of the FIM International Six Days of Enduro to its home city of Bergamo in the beautiful Lombardy region of northern Italy, ACERBIS has extended its commitment as an event Main […]

JOSEP GARCIA READY TO RACE ENDUROGP 2025

Apr 2, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Josep Garcia is all set to take on the seven-round 2025 FIM EnduroGP World Championship, starting this weekend with the GP of Portugal in Fafe, from 4-6 April. Garcia will once again […]

Honda announces extensive 6-year motorcycle and scooter warranty program

Apr 2, 2025 Michael Le Pard

New warranty ensures complete peace of mind for customers in 15 countries across Europe and champions Honda’s engineering quality Extension renews every year after the initial two-year phase up to a maximum of six years […]

TRIUMPH SPONSORS ENDUROGP NEW ENDURO MODELS REVEALED AT OPENING ROUND

Mar 31, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Triumph Motorcycles announces official sponsorship of the Paulo Duarte FIM EnduroGP World Championship The new TF 250-E and TF 450-E will be seen for the first time at the opening round of EnduroGP, on 4 […]

Francesco Bagnaia and Ducati win the Grand Prix of the Americas at COTA

Mar 31, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Alex Márquez is second at the chequered flag with the Ducati of the Gresini Racing Team, as Fabio Di Giannantonio (VR46 Racing Team) completes the podium ahead of his teammate Franco Morbidelli, fourth Francesco Bagnaia and […]

Husqvarna Mobility confirms 2025 6DAYS customer support packages

Mar 31, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Mobility is pleased to announce full details of the Bike Rental and Race Service packages to be offered during the International 6DAYS Enduro taking place from August 24th-29th in Italy. An exclusive partner to […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

VICTORY IN PORTUGAL FOR JOSEP GARCIA AT ENDUROGP ROUND ONE

Seventh in the Riola Sardo sand for Elzinga at MXGP round four

MXGP of Sardegna -Double holeshots for Jeremy Seewer and the Desmo450 MX at Riola

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing pushes through chaotic Foxborough Supercross

AARON PLESSINGER WINS FIRST 450SX MAIN EVENT OF 2025 IN RAIN-SOAKED FOXBOROUGH

Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team Set for New Challenge at Carta Rallye

Cairoli steps in for Guadagnini in Trentino MXGP

Great comeback by the Aruba.it – Ducati Factory MX Team rider after a problem at the starting gate

Lotte van Drunen Opens 2025 WMX Season with Stunning Victory in Sardinia!

ACERBIS 6DAYS FIM Enduro of Nations Main Partner until 2026

JOSEP GARCIA READY TO RACE ENDUROGP 2025

Honda announces extensive 6-year motorcycle and scooter warranty program

TRIUMPH SPONSORS ENDUROGP NEW ENDURO MODELS REVEALED AT OPENING ROUND

Francesco Bagnaia and Ducati win the Grand Prix of the Americas at COTA

Husqvarna Mobility confirms 2025 6DAYS customer support packages

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 Class-defining 2026 Triumph Enduro Motorcycles!