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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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Third round of the 2024 FIM Endurance World Championship Suzuka

Jul 7, 2024 Michael Le Pard

YOSHIMURA SERT MOTUL CARRIES EWC CHAMPIONSHIP ADVANTAGE TO SUZUKA Yoshimura SERT Motul faces a difficult race strategy as it prepares for the third round of the 2024 FIM Endurance World Championship at its home round […]

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Race-leading speed at the curving Sachsenring MotoGP

Jul 7, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The Husqvarna IntactGP team were flush with confidence and the last drips of adrenaline after a fantastic Dutch TT as they made the relatively short journey across the continent to arrive at Sachsenring; the traditional […]

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The Ducati Lenovo Team made it to lowest step of podium today

Jul 7, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The Ducati Lenovo Team on the Sachsenring Sprint Race Podium with Bagnaia, third. Fourth place at the finish line for Bastianini • The win goes to Jorge Martín with the Desmosedici GP of Pramac Racing […]

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Difficult Sachsenring circuit as Pirelli sets new records

Jul 7, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Aldeguer wins in Moto2™ with the new Pirelli rear tyre, Alonso is back to victory in Moto3™ On the difficult Sachsenring circuit, Pirelli sets new records and improves overall race time in both categories; the […]

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2024 FIM MX2 Motocross World Championship at MXGP of Lombok

Jul 7, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Elzinga and Reisulis 10th and 11th at MXGP of Lombok Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2’s Rick Elzinga and Karlis Reisulis have both completed another hot and humid Grand Prix in Indonesia, with the talented duo […]

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2024 FIM World Motocross Championship roared back into action on picturesque island of Lombok

Jul 7, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The 2024 FIM World Motocross Championship roared back into action on the picturesque island of Lombok in Indonesia on the 7th of July, for round 12, and what formed the second half of the fly […]

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Back-to-Back Podiums for Vlaanderen in Indonesia!

Jul 7, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s Calvin Vlaanderen made it two overall podium finishes in a row with third at the MXGP of Lombok. Clearly comfortable in the hot and humid conditions and at one with […]

Indian Challenger RR and FTR750 at prestigious Goodwood Festival of Speed

Indian Challenger RR and FTR750 at prestigious Goodwood Festival of Speed

Jul 6, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Indian Motorcycle brings the thunder to Goodwood Festival of Speed with the Challenger RR and FTR750 Indian Motorcycle, America’s first motorcycle company, will bring the thundering sound of King Of The Baggers and American […]

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Moto2 with D0532 development tire and all-time lap record for Veijer in Moto3

Jul 6, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Pole position début in Moto2™ for the new Pirelli rear tyre Vietti takes pole in Moto2™ with the D0532 development rear tyre, pole position and all-time lap record for Veijer in Moto3™ Today on the […]

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VALENTINO ROSSI ON TRACK AS THE YAMAHA RACING EXPERIENCE REACHES NEW HEIGHTS IN 2024

Jul 6, 2024 Michael Le Pard

2024 saw the Yamaha Racing Experience (YRE) scale new heights as R1M owners were joined on track at the two-day event by Yamaha Racing royalty, including nine-times Grand Prix World Champion Valentino Rossi. Held at […]

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Opening day of action at the Sachsenring MotoGP

Jul 6, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The Ducati Lenovo Team riders fifth and sixth at the end in Sachsenring’s Practice, with Bagnaia ahead of Bastianini The opening day of action at the Sachsenring saw both riders of Ducati Lenovo Team earning […]

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Three Lucky Riders Invited to Yamaha 2024 Master Camp

Jul 5, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Three R3 bLU cRU World Cup Riders Invited to 2024 Master Camp The 14th edition of the Master Camp will take place from August 6th to 13th and three riders from the FIM Yamaha R3 […]

Inspiration Friday: BMW Motorrad Days 2024 & GS Trophy 2024 Namibia

Inspiration Friday: BMW Motorrad Days 2024 & GS Trophy 2024 Namibia

Jul 5, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The world’s largest BMW Motorrad event will return to Europe in July and America in October! An unadulterated motorcycle culture, a party atmosphere and unique riding experiences await riders who want the ultimate inspirational motorcycle […]

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MotoGP ready for the last round before the summer break

Jul 4, 2024 Michael Le Pard

There’s no time for rest in MotoGP. Teams and riders, fresh from the Dutch GP less than seven days ago, are geared up for another thrilling showdown this weekend in Germany for the ninth and […]

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BMW Motorrad Sales collapse 19.3% Q2 2024 vs Q2 2023

Jul 4, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Richmond Hill, ON. BMW Group Canada (BMW and MINI brands combined) reported sales of 10,405 vehicles for the second quarter of 2024, an increase of +3.1% over Q2 2023. “Our retailers have done an exceptional […]

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