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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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RJ Hampshire’s title-winning achievements in 250SX West division of AMA Supercross

May 23, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The 2024 AMA Pro Motocross Championship beckons for the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team, fresh from RJ Hampshire’s title-winning achievements in the 250SX West division of AMA Supercross and with the motivation to maintain […]

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High hopes for 2024 AMA Pro Motocross Championship beginning this Saturday in Pala California

May 23, 2024 Michael Le Pard

MURRIETA, Calif. – Red Bull KTM Factory Racing will enter the 2024 AMA Pro Motocross Championship beginning this Saturday in Pala, California, where Chase Sexton and Aaron Plessinger intend to challenge for the 450MX Class title, […]

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Challenging and fast course at Cedar City Utah for sixth round of WORCS

May 23, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Cedar City, UT Round Six May 18th, 2024 DeMartile on Top in Cedar City Cedar City, Utah played host to the sixth round of the WORCS series. A challenging and fast course awaited the […]

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MISANO UNBELIEVABLE EVENT AND ON-TRACK SHOW 2024 APRILIA ALL STARS

May 23, 2024 Michael Le Pard

2024 APRILIA ALL STARS ON THE HORIZON JUNE 8 AT MISANO UNBELIEVABLE EVENT AND ON-TRACK SHOW THAT WILL INCLUDE FABULOUS RS-GP MACHINES FROM THE MOTOGP WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP AND RIDERS VIÑALES, ESPARGARÓ, SAVADORI, OLIVEIRA, AND FERNANDEZ. […]

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Star attractions at Sunday Ride Classic in Le Castellet

May 23, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Racing Heritage Club Takes Centre Stage at Sunday Ride Classic The Yamaha Racing Heritage Club was one of the star attractions at the Sunday Ride Classic in Le Castellet, with legendary riders Giacomo Agostini […]

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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 […]

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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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