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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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Ready to Tackle the Gran Premi Monster Energy de Catalunya at Montmeló?

May 22, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The Ducati Lenovo Team Ready to Tackle the Gran Premi Monster Energy de Catalunya at Montmeló The Ducati Lenovo Team returns to Spain this weekend for the Monster Energy Grand Prix of Catalunya, the sixth […]

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MXGP of France brought gruelling run of three consecutive Grands Prix to end

May 22, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The Monster Energy MXGP of France brought a gruelling run of three consecutive Grands Prix to an end this weekend, with riders once again faced with the challenge of contrasting conditions. The iconic Saint Jean […]

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GRIT AND GRIND: HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING SERIES PREMIERES TODAY

May 22, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Motorcycles and Rockstar Energy are excited to introduce Season 3 of the immensely popular Grit and Grind: A Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Series, documenting the team’s remarkable journey throughout all 17 rounds of […]

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Exciting return to rally-raid action with Desafio Ruta 40

May 22, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Luciano Benavides is excited to return to rally-raid action with his home race, the Desafio Ruta 40. After four months of training and testing since last competing, the Argentinian is feeling fit […]

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Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati endure an action-packed weekend at Barber Motorsports Park

May 21, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati endure an action-packed weekend at Barber Motorsports Park Sunnyvale, Calif., May 20, 2024 — The Barber Motorsports Park in Alabama played host to the second round of the 2024 Steel Commander MotoAmerica […]

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Upcoming demanding Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya Catalan Grand Prix

May 20, 2024 Michael Le Pard

For the demanding Montmelò circuit, riders will have a greater number of tyres available for some of the solutions and additional compounds: in Moto2 the hard SC3 solution for both wheels, in Moto3™ the development […]

MotoAmerica Twins Cup

Two MotoAmerica Twins Cup rookies notched their first victories

May 20, 2024 Michael Le Pard

DREHER AND DI MARIO EACH PUT THEIR APRILIA RS 660 ON TOP AT BARBER, SPLITTING WINS IN MIXED CONDITION RACES CHAMPIONSHIP LEADER, GUS RODIO, GIVES APRILIA THREE PODIUM FINISHERS AT MAY 17-19 EVENT, AS HE […]

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Sunshine thunderstorms and heavy rain hit St Jean d’Angely MXGP racers

May 20, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Podium for Faure on Home Soil in France MJC Yamaha Official EMX125’s Mano Faure raced to an impressive third overall in tough conditions at the fifth round of the EMX125 Championship in St Jean d’Angely […]

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MORE GRAND PRIX TROPHIES AS RED BULL KTM PUSH THROUGH THE RAIN IN FRANCE

May 20, 2024 Michael Le Pard

More water, mud and challenging circumstances in 2024 MXGP but Red Bull KTM Factory Racing emerged from the Grand Prix of France with podium appearances in both MXGP and MX2 classes thanks to Jeffrey Herlings […]

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MXGP held at thrilling historic St. Jean d’Angely circuit

May 20, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing Team delivered an outstanding performance at the 2024 MXGP of France. Lucas Coenen dominated MX2, celebrating 1-1 finishes in both motos to take the overall win, while Kay de Wolf […]

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Difficult weekend for Yamaha MX2 in France MXGP

May 20, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Elzinga Finishes 10th at MXGP of France Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2’s Rick Elzinga finished 10th at round seven of the FIM MX2 Motocross World Championship in Saint Jean d’Angely in France. After a tough […]

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FIM Motocross World Championship MXGP at Saint Jean d’Angely France

May 20, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Top-10 results for Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP Team at Saint Jean d’Angely Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s Calvin Vlaanderen has finished seventh overall at round seven of the FIM Motocross World Championship, held in […]

2024 Triumph Rocket Storm's: The New Nuclear Power?

2024 Triumph Rocket Storm’s: The New Nuclear Power?

May 20, 2024 Michael Le Pard

At 2458cc Triumph didn’t start the fire, but displacement’s king since the world’s been turning. The new 2024 Triumph Rocket 3 Storm GT and 2024 Triumph Rocket 3 Storm R late 2024 models have arrived! […]

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Heavy fall Injury Update: Thibault Benistant fractures C5 vertebra

May 19, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Thibault Benistant Injury Update Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2’s Thibault Benistant has withdrawn from round seven of the FIM Motocross World Championship, in Saint Jean d’Angely, following a heavy fall during the MX2 Timed […]

Inspiration Friday: Free Yamaha Demo Tour Events

Inspiration Friday: Free Yamaha Demo Tour Events

May 17, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Are you ready for some free great motorcycling fun? Want to ride and try something different? Looking forward to meeting fellow motorcyclists and like minded enthusiasts? From May to November, we have the complete 2024 […]

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