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[ Apr 22, 2026 ] The European season kicks off for the Ducati Lenovo Team at historic Jerez News
[ Apr 22, 2026 ] Success in MotoAmerica and first podium in Sportbike News
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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.

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The Little Raccoon National Enduro Ohio voted “cutest name”

Jul 4, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The Little Raccoon National Enduro Round five of the NEPG was held in Ohio for the Little Raccoon National Enduro. The weather was hot and humid with temps in the low 90s. The track […]

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Julien Beaumer sidelined ahead of Redbud 2024 AMA Pro Motocross Championship

Jul 4, 2024 Michael Le Pard

MURRIETA, Calif. – Red Bull KTM Factory Racing rider Julien Beaumer has been sidelined ahead of this weekend’s sixth round of the 2024 AMA Pro Motocross Championship while he continues to recover from his crash in […]

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BMW sales collapse 22% YoY as impacted by model changeover

Jul 3, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Woodcliff Lake, NJ – July 2, 2024… BMW of North America today reported Q2 2024 sales results for the BMW and MINI brands in the U.S. BMW Brand. In the second quarter of 2024, BMW brand […]

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Successful The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride (DGR) 2024 Ends

Jul 3, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Supported by Triumph Motorcycles for the 11th year, The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride (DGR), took place simultaneously on Sunday May 19th, 2024 across the world, with a record breaking 113,000 riders taking part in 959 rides […]

HARLEY-DAVIDSON PAN AMERICA 1250 RIDERS Cody Wyman

Crazy win for race-prepared Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special at Ridge Motorsports Park

Jul 2, 2024 Michael Le Pard

HARLEY-DAVIDSON PAN AMERICA 1250 RIDERS NOTCH TWO WINS IN SUPER HOOLIGAN RACING AT RIDGE MOTORSPORTS PARK Cody Wyman and Jake Lewis Win as Pan America Riders Claim Four of Six Podium Positions MILWAUKEE (June […]

25 Years of Total Motorcycle Canada Day & Independence Day Celebrations!

25 Years of Total Motorcycle Canada Day & Independence Day Celebrations!

Jul 1, 2024 Michael Le Pard

It’s crazy to think 2 countries share the longest undefended border in the world. No giant walls, no VISA required, no AI machine guns and no mass illegal crossings. It’s the similarities and good nature […]

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Sachsenring a notoriously demanding circuit for tires for Moto2 and Moto3 riders

Jul 1, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Pirelli brings a new Moto2™ rear tyre to the German GP For Sachsenring, a notoriously demanding circuit for tyres, Moto2™ riders will have, in addition to the standard allocation, a SC3 compound for the front […]

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Love affair with The Ridge Motorsports Park by taking a dominant WorldSBK win

Jul 1, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Josh Herrin Hammers a Dominant Win in Race Two at The Ridge Sunnyvale, Calif., June 30, 2024 — Josh Herrin showed his love affair with The Ridge Motorsports Park by taking a dominant win in […]

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Large and dedicated crowd of MotoGP fans at famous TT Circuit Assen

Jul 1, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Round eight of 2024 MotoGP world championship was the first of two Grand Prix fixtures in a row and Red Bull KTM Factory Racing closed their efforts at the TT Circuit Assen in the Netherlands […]

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Undefeated at Assen MotoGP after Sunday race win with excellent podiums

Jul 1, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Bagnaia and Ducati Lenovo Team undefeated at Assen after Sunday race win. Excellent podium for Bastianini, third at the line • An all-Ducati podium sees Jorge Martín in second place aboard Pramac Racing’s Desmosedici GP. […]

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Suzuki upgrades summer offer with 4.9% APR over four years

Jul 1, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Suzuki has upgraded its summer sales offer and is now offering 4.9% APR representative finance on more than 21 models over four years, with customers able to choose either a PCP or HP deal, all […]

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MotoGP 2024 – Round 08 of 20 TT Circuit Assen

Jun 30, 2024 Michael Le Pard

A three-week mini break in the 2024 MotoGP calendar allowed Red Bull KTM Factory Racing to refresh and reset for the Dutch and German Grand Prix double. The first day of consequential action at the […]

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Sandiest track on the MXGP schedule Southwick

Jun 30, 2024 Michael Le Pard

SOUTHWICK, Mass. – Red Bull KTM Factory Racing riders Chase Sexton and Tom Vialle both earned podium finishes as the 2024 AMA Pro Motocross Championship resumed at Southwick this weekend, where 450MX Class title prospect Sexton […]

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Huge crowd of passionate fans at iconic sand track for The Wick 338

Jun 30, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Consistency Brings Jett Lawrence Fourth Pro Motocross Championship Victory of the Season at Southwick Haiden Deegan Prevails with Fourth 250 Class Victory to Extend Points Lead SOUTHWICK, Mass. (June 29, 2024) – After a […]

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Best 250MX moto finishes of 2024 AMA Pro Motocross Championship

Jun 30, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing newcomer Casey Cochran delivered his best 250MX moto finishes of the 2024 AMA Pro Motocross Championship season on his way to 10th overall at Southwick, as teammates Malcolm Stewart and […]

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