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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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Bouncing back in style from challenging stage seven at Africa Eco Race

Jan 11, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Pol Tarrés Tops 2024 Africa Eco Race Timesheets for Second Time Bouncing back in style from a challenging stage seven at the Africa Eco Race, Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team’s Pol Tarrés charged hard to win […]
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2024 Africa Eco Race with stunning victory on event’s seventh timed special

Jan 10, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Alessandro Botturi Wins Stage Seven of 2024 Africa Eco Race Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team’s Alessandro Botturi has claimed his second stage win of the 2024 Africa Eco Race with a stunning victory on the event’s […]
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Africa Eco Race resumes with the sixth leg from Dakhla to Morocco to Chami and Mauritania

Jan 9, 2024 Michael Le Pard
The Aprilia Tuaregs great protagonists as the Africa Eco Race resumes JACOPO CERUTTI IS SECOND AT THE FINISH LINE IN MAURITANIA AND MAINTAINS THE LEADERSHIP IN THE STANDINGS EXTRAORDINARY PERFORMANCE FOR ROOKIE FRANCESCO MONTANARI AS […]
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Rocky pistes and no mistakes on Day 4 of 2024 Dakar Rally

Jan 9, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Luciano Benavides has delivered a strong performance on day four of the 2024 Dakar Rally to secure a sixth-place finish. Delivering another solid stage result, the Husqvarna Factory Racing rider moves himself further up the […]
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Excellent performance on day four of 2024 Dakar Rally

Jan 9, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Kevin Benavides has put in an excellent performance on day four of the 2024 Dakar Rally to complete the stage in third place. Opening the timed special following his stage three win, […]
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Starting week two of 2024 Africa Eco Race in best way possible

Jan 9, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Pol Tarrés Kicks Off Week Two at Africa Eco Race with Stage Six Win Starting week two of the 2024 Africa Eco Race in the best way possible, Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team’s Pol Tarrés broke […]
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Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024 BMW Highlights

Jan 9, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Growing range of apps for the ConnectedDrive Store. Innovations in video streaming and in-car gaming for current models. Insights into development projects for the digitalized mobility of the future. Integration of augmented reality devices, remote-controlled […]
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Kevin Benavides topped timesheets at grueling third stage of 2024 Dakar Rally

Jan 8, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Kevin Benavides has topped the timesheets on the grueling third stage of the 2024 Dakar Rally. Putting in an impressive performance on his KTM 450 RALLY, the Argentinian moves up to sixth […]
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2024 Dakar Rally Stage 3: Challenging terrain and complex navigation

Jan 8, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Luciano Benavides has successfully completed the third stage of the 2024 Dakar Rally with the 16th fastest time. The day presented a challenging mix of varied terrain and complex navigation, but Benavides […]
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Yamaha Motor Europe announces Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Europe

Jan 8, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Yamaha Motor Europe N.V. announces that its wholly-owned European manufacturing site in Saint Quentin, France, previously known as MBK Industrie S.A.S. (MBK), has been re-named Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Europe S.A.S. (YMME). The establishment of the re-naming, […]
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Five stages of the 2024 Africa Eco Race now complete

Jan 8, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team Enjoy Official Rest Day at Africa Eco Race With five stages of the 2024 Africa Eco Race now complete, the Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team look forward to the event’s official rest […]
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TOP-10 RESULT FOR TOBY PRICE ON DAKAR RALLY STAGE TWO

Jan 7, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Toby Price has completed stage two at the 2024 Dakar Rally in seventh place and now lies eighth in the provisional overall standings. Teammate Kevin Benavides also showed good pace […]
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2024 Dakar Rally stage 2 dunes and fast stretches

Jan 7, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Capitalising on his advantageous start position as the 15th rider to set off into stage two, Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Luciano Benavides charged hard throughout the second day of the 2024 Dakar Rally to secure an […]
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Opening round of the 2024 AMA Supercross Championship at Anaheim

Jan 7, 2024 Michael Le Pard
ANAHEIM, Calif. – Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Chase Sexton claimed a podium finish of third position in his first appearance with the team in tonight’s opening round of the 2024 AMA Supercross Championship at Anaheim 1, directly […]
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2024 AMA Supercross Championship season an exceptional start to 250SX and 450SX season

Jan 7, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Victory for Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s RJ Hampshire in the 2024 AMA Supercross Championship season-opener at Anaheim 1 marked an exceptional start to his season in 250SX West, as 450SX teammates Malcolm Stewart and Christian Craig each experienced their share […]

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