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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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Top Five Positions in EMX Championship Standings After Challenging Second Round

Apr 14, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Faure and Van Erp Maintain Top Five Positions in EMX Championship Standings After Challenging Second Round MJC Yamaha Official EMX125’s Mano Faure now lies fourth in the championship standings after placing ninth overall at round […]
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Liqui Moly Beta Trials team is ready to start its 2024 campaign

Apr 12, 2024 Michael Le Pard
The Liqui Moly Beta Trials team is ready to start its 2024 campaign. The team returns four riders from 2023 and welcomes two newcomers to the team. In the Pro class Beta has two riders, […]
Inspiration Friday: Handbuilt Motorcycle Show & 4/14 Day party!
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Inspiration Friday: Handbuilt Motorcycle Show & 4/14 Day party!

Apr 12, 2024 Michael Le Pard
April is going to be a busy month for motorcyclists, motorcycling and motorcycle events on Total Motorcycle and on Twitter/X! This weekend is two big events at the same time you have to check out! […]
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MXGP and MX2 teams all set to tackle first back-to-back Grand Prix of 2024 season

Apr 12, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP Teams Aim to Bounce Back in Trentino Having travelled 1000 kilometres north of Sardinia to Pietramurata, Italy, for the fourth round of the FIM Motocross World Championship, the Monster Energy […]
The 2024 FIM Endurance World Championship bursts into action next week when Le Mans hosts the EWC season opener – the 24 Heures Motos – at the famous Bugatti Circuit in France
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2024 FIM Endurance World Championship bursts into action next week at Le Mans

Apr 12, 2024 Michael Le Pard
The 2024 FIM Endurance World Championship bursts into action next week when Le Mans hosts the EWC season opener – the 24 Heures Motos – at the famous Bugatti Circuit in France. English/Frenchman Gregg Black […]
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Portuguese GP: First event of the 2024 FIM EnduroGP World Championship

Apr 12, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Metzeler-equipped riders lead the EnduroGP, E1, E2 and Junior classes In the Portuguese GP, the first event of the 2024 FIM EnduroGP World Championship, the challenge between Garcia and Holcombe ignites the EnduroGP and E1 […]
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Title sponsor of the 42nd running Crestview Construction Southwick National

Apr 12, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Crestview Construction Returns as Title Sponsor of Western Massachusetts Storied Southwick National MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (April 9, 2024) – MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc., in conjunction with The Wick 338, has announced the return of multi-generational […]
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AMA HALL OF FAMER RICKY JOHNSON NAMED LEGEND OF THE SPORT AT 2024 QUAIL MOTORCYCLE GATHERING

Apr 12, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Johnson to share inspiring stories from his career at renowned motorcycle event Carmel, Calif. (April 10, 2024) – The Quail Motorcycle Gathering is proud to announce that it will honor AMA Motorcross and Supercross icon […]
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METZELER ROADTEC 02: NEW SUPER-SPORT-TOURING TIRE WITH DYNATREAD

Apr 11, 2024 Michael Le Pard
· Two tyres in one, thanks to innovative patented DYNATREAD™ technology which adapts the behaviour from Sport-Touring to Supersport   · Key benefits- High grip, both on dry and wet surfaces, easy handling and acoustic comfort   · Supersport-derived […]
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Yamaha R7 European SuperFinale Takes Place alongside EWC at Legendary Bol d’Or

Apr 11, 2024 Michael Le Pard
The third edition of the Yamaha R7 European SuperFinale will take place alongside the final round of the FIM Endurance World Championship (EWC) at Paul Ricard Circuit in September. The event, known as the Bol […]
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MotoGP Ducati Favorite on the calendar: Circuit of The Americas in Texas

Apr 10, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Americas GP: The Ducati Lenovo Team arrives in Austin, Texas, for the third round of the 2024 MotoGP season The Ducati Lenovo Team flies overseas again to tackle the third round of the 2024 MotoGP […]
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WINNERS IN THE RED DOT DESIGN AWARD: PRODUCT DESIGN 2024

Apr 10, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Honda collects four Red Dot winners 2024 awards in Product Design category at the Red Dot Design Awards This marks the fifth consecutive year that Honda has won awards at the Red Dot Design Awards […]
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Sustainable event management ISO20121 for Yamaha’s R3 bLU cRU World Cup and WorldSBK

Apr 10, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Yamaha Motor Europe is proud to announce the award of ISO 20121 certification for sustainable event management for the FIM Yamaha R3 bLU cRU World Cup and Yamaha’s Racing Hospitality operation in the FIM Superbike […]
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Fight for Victory at 2024 Morocco Desert Challenge

Apr 10, 2024 Michael Le Pard
The Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team’s Pol Tarrés is full of confidence and aiming to battle for victory at the 2024 Morocco Desert Challenge, a rally raid that covers over 3000km across eight stages from Agadir […]
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Two additional options for Moto2 & Moto3 COTA unknowns

Apr 9, 2024 Michael Le Pard
At the Grand Prix of the Americas the Moto2™ riders will be able to count on the front SC3 compound while the Moto3™ riders on the rear C1096 specification Pirelli has chosen a dedicated tyre allocation […]

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