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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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Three Aprilias straight through to Q2 on Friday in Austria

Sep 25, 2026 Michael Le Pard

JORGE MARTÍN FIFTH, MARCO BEZZECCHI NINTH. SUPERFILE TRACKHOUSE MOTOGP TEAM’S OGURA THIRD First day of practice over with a positive result for Aprilia Racing in Austria. Jorge Martín had a consistent day, finishing FP1 […]

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Marc Márquez and the Ducati Lenovo Team fourth in Spielberg

Sep 25, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Fermín Aldeguer is second with the Ducati of Gresini Racing MotoGP The Ducati Lenovo Team wrapped up the opening day of the Grand Prix of Austria, which is the fifteenth event of the season. […]

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ROYAL ENFIELD OPEN 2027 BUILD.TRAIN.RACE. RIDER APPLICATIONS

Sep 25, 2026 Michael Le Pard

MILWAUKEE, WI, Applications for the 2027 Build.Train.Race. Flat Track and Road Racing seasons are now live, as Royal Enfield considers applications for the next cohort of BTR racers. The all-woman initiative, teaching women to build […]

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Italian Bike Week 2026, the fifth edition gets underway: tens of thousands of motorcyclists expected in Lignano

Sep 25, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Road and off-road: the two souls of Italian Bike Week come together for the weekend that brings the summer on the road to a close. Live concerts and presentations on stage «I came all […]

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FIM Trial World Championship signs off in Spain with three titles on the line

Sep 25, 2026 Michael Le Pard

The seventh and final round of the 2026 Hertz FIM Trial World Championship – the TrialGP of Spain – takes place this coming weekend (18-20 September) at Pobladura de las Regueras in the north west […]

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The new Motoplex at Mandello del Lario

Sep 25, 2026 Michael Le Pard

MOTO GUZZI INVITES FANS TO VISIT ITS NEW HOME IN MANDELLO DEL LARIO, IN ITALY. A UNIQUE SPACE WHERE CULTURE, CREATIVITY AND ENTERTAINMENT COEXIST THE EXTENSIVE NEW MOTOPLEX HAS OPENED IN THE CENTRAL SQUARE, SHOWCASING […]

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CARDO SYSTEMS AND HJC HELMETS INTRODUCE HJC PACKTALK, BRINGING THE FULL CARDO EXPERIENCE TO HJC HELMETS

Sep 25, 2026 Michael Le Pard

PLANO, Texas – Cardo Systems, the global leader in wireless communication systems for powersports riders, today announced the HJC PACKTALK, giving HJC riders access to Cardo’s premium PACKTALK experience through a communication system purpose-built […]

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GYTR GRT Yamaha Ready for Second Home Round in Cremona

Sep 25, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Remy Gardner and Stefano Manzi return to action at the Cremona Circuit in Italy this weekend, 25–27 September, for Round 10 of the 2026 FIM Superbike World Championship, marking the second home round of the […]

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YOSHIMURA SERT MOTUL IN STRONG FINISH AT BOL D’OR

Sep 25, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Yoshimura SERT Motul concluded the 2026 FIM EWC World Championship season with another outstanding performance at the 89th Bol d’Or. After 24 hours of intense racing at the Paul Ricard circuit, the #12 Suzuki […]

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Locatelli Returns to Home Soil as Pata Maxus Yamaha Reach Round 10 at Cremona

Sep 25, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Andrea Locatelli takes centre stage on home ground as Pata Maxus Yamaha and the 2026 FIM Superbike World Championship arrive at the Cremona Circuit for Round 10, from 25-27 September. Racing just 100km from his […]

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Yamaha Secure Third Consecutive EWC Manufacturers’ Title as YART Take Bol d’Or Podium

Sep 25, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha secured its third consecutive FIM Endurance World Championship (EWC) Manufacturers’ title at the 89th Bol d’Or at Circuit Paul Ricard on Sunday, while the Yamalube YART Yamaha EWC Official Team finished third in the […]

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Janis Reisulis Completes Debut MX2 Campaign with Third Overall in Australia

Sep 25, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2 Team’s Janis Reisulis has finished his impressive rookie MX2 World Championship season with third overall at the final round in Australia. Demonstrating strong speed around the hardpack circuit in […]

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Lotte van Drunen Claims Bronze Medal in 2026 FIM Women’s Motocross World Championship

Sep 25, 2026 Michael Le Pard

De Baets AIT Yamaha Supported MX Team’s Lotte van Drunen has placed third in the 2026 FIM Women’s Motocross World Championship after securing second overall at the season finale in Australia. The two-time WMX […]

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YART Yamaha Qualify Seventh for Bol d’Or Championship Showdown

Sep 25, 2026 Michael Le Pard

The Yamalube YART Yamaha EWC Official Team of Marvin Fritz, Karel Hanika and Leandro Mercado will start Saturday’s 89th Bol d’Or at Circuit Paul Ricard from seventh as it bids to defend its FIM Endurance […]

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Roberts Secures First West Hare Scramble Win of the Season

Sep 25, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Liqui Moly Beta’s Zane Roberts charged to the top step of the podium at the seventh and final round of the AMA West Hare Scrambles Championship in Monte Vista, Colorado. Roberts showcased strategy and raw speed aboard his […]

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