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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.
Indian Motorcycle Racing and Troy Herfoss Win at Circuit of the Americas, Now Two Points Back in King of the Baggers Championship Standings Three-Time Australian Superbike Champion Troy Herfoss Goes 1-2 Aboard S&S Indian Challenger, Eyes Potential First-Career King of the Baggers Championship as Final Round Approaches AUSTIN, TX. (September 16, 2024) –Indian Motorcycle Factory Racing delivered a remarkable performance this weekend at Circuit of the Americas (COTA). Down 14 points heading into the eighth round of the 2024 King of the Baggers (KOTB) season, Indian Motorcycle factory rider Troy Herfoss delivered the results needed to make a final push for his first-career KOTB championship – piloting his No. 17 S&S Indian Challenger to his sixth win and sixth second-place finish of the season. Herfoss started the weekend off hot, winning the Mission Foods Challenge, its $5,000 prize, and qualifying for the pole position for the weekend’s KOTB doubleheader. Race 1 saw both Indian Motorcycle factory riders run in the front pack, as Herfoss took second and Tyler O’Hara successfully edged out Harley-Davidson factory rider Kyle Wyman for third – further widening the point differential between Herfoss and Wyman. In Race 2, Herfoss showcased his racing prowess, leading all six laps with precision and successfully capping off the weekend with his sixth KOTB victory. “This was a great team effort, as S&S had the Indian Challengers dialed in to near perfection while Troy and Tyler worked together to fully maximize this important weekend at COTA,” said Gary Gray, Vice President Racing and Service for Indian Motorcycle. “We’re riding a high after that performance and carrying momentum into New Jersey that will put us in great position to fight for the No. 1 plate.” MotoAmerica’s King of the Baggers season concludes with a doubleheader at New Jersey Motorsports Park September 27-29. The 2024 season has seen an intense battle between the two factory teams, as both Herfoss and Wyman each have six wins and six second-place finishes this season. Since bagger racing’s debut in 2020, when O’Hara won the inaugural race aboard the S&S Indian Challenger, each American V-Twin factory team has earned one KOTB series championship, with Indian Motorcycle winning in 2022 and Harley-Davidson in 2021. For more information on Indian Motorcycle Racing, visit IndianMotorcycle.com and follow along on Facebook, X and Instagram. Indian Motorcycle Racing and the S&S Indian Challenger is sponsored by S&S, Progressive, Mission Foods, Drag Specialties, Parts Unlimited, and Performance Finance. ABOUT INDIAN MOTORCYCLE® Indian Motorcycle Company is America’s First Motorcycle Company®. Founded in 1901, Indian Motorcycle has won the hearts of motorcyclists around the world and earned distinction as one of America’s most legendary and iconic brands through unrivaled racing dominance, engineering prowess and countless innovations and industry firsts. Today that heritage and passion is reignited under new brand stewardship. To learn more, please visit www.indianmotorcycle.com. INDIAN and INDIAN MOTORCYCLE are registered trademarks of Indian Motorcycle International, LLC. Always wear a helmet, protective clothing and eyewear and insist your passenger does the same. Ride within the limits of the law and your own abilities. Read, understand and follow your owner’s manual. Never ride under the influence of drugs or alcohol. ABOUT S&S® CYCLE S&S® Cycle was born from a passion for racing and has spent over six decades building performance for the powersports market. Their unwavering focus on quality, reliability and top shelf power has made S&S® Cycle the absolute leader in high performance on the street and track.
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Indian Motorcycle Racing and Troy Herfoss Win at Circuit of the Americas

Sep 18, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Indian Motorcycle Racing and Troy Herfoss Win at Circuit of the Americas, Now Two Points Back in King of the Baggers Championship Standings   Three-Time Australian Superbike Champion Troy Herfoss Goes 1-2 Aboard S&S Indian […]
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Heart of Namibia Day 2: BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2024 Namibia

Sep 17, 2024 Michael Le Pard
There’s something magical about waking up in Namibia, even more so when it’s under the roar of lions, ready for battle – or at least, that’s what it felt like listening to the nearly 80 […]
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BMW Motorrad USA and Backcountry Discovery Routes present Chattahoochee BDR-X

Sep 17, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Fourth route collaboration between BMW Motorrad USA and BDR. Virtual Documentary Film Premiere on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024. Woodcliff Lake, NJ – Sept. 16, 2024…BMW Motorrad USA and non-profit organization Backcountry Discovery Routes® (BDR®) are proud […]
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Marvin Fritz joins Remy Gardner as Yamaha WorldSBK Team return to action at Cremona Circuit

Sep 17, 2024 Michael Le Pard
GYTR GRT Yamaha Welcome Marvin Fritz for second Home Round in Cremona Marvin Fritz will join Remy Gardner as the GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team return to action at the Cremona Circuit, Italy, for the […]
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YOSHIMURA SERT MOTUL IS THE 2024 FIM ENDURANCE WORLD CHAMPION

Sep 17, 2024 Michael Le Pard
September 17th, 2024.   YOSHIMURA SERT MOTUL IS THE 2024 FIM ENDURANCE WORLD CHAMPION Yoshimura SERT Motul was in dominant form on Sunday the 15th of September, to win the 2024 Bol d’Or 24-Hour and, […]
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METZELER wins five titles in the Enduro World Championship

Sep 17, 2024 Michael Le Pard
n this year’s Enduro World Championship, riders with METZELER tires won a whopping five world championship titles: Josep Garcia collected two “gold medals” in the EnduroGP and Enduro1 classes, while Andrea Verona, Brad Freeman and […]
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Pata Prometeon Yamaha features all-Italian rider line-up at FIM Superbike World Championship

Sep 17, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Spearheading the attack will be Andrea Locatelli – who is aiming for a strong weekend in front of the Italian fans, including many from his home town in Bergamo also nearby. Based on current medical […]
MotoAmerica Mission King of the Baggers racing action with Harley-Davidson at Circuit of the Americas
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MotoAmerica Mission King of the Baggers racing action with Harley-Davidson at Circuit of the Americas

Sep 16, 2024 Michael Le Pard
VANCE & HINES HARLEY-DAVIDSON RACER ROCCO LANDERS SCORES FIRST KING OF THE BAGGERS VICTORY AT COTA; HARLEY-DAVIDSON FACTORY RACER KYLE WYMAN HOLDS KOTB SERIES POINTS LEAD HEADING INTO SERIES FINALE Team Saddlemen Harley-Davidson Racer Cory […]
15-YEAR-OLD ROOKIE FROM KENTUCKY WIN TWINS CUP TITLE
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15-YEAR-OLD ROOKIE FROM KENTUCKY WIN TWINS CUP TITLE

Sep 16, 2024 Michael Le Pard
ALESSANDRO DI MARIO IS 2024 MOTOAMERICA TWINS CUP CHAMPION ON HIS RODIO RACING — POWERED BY ROBEM ENGINEERING APRILIA RS 660 THE 15-YEAR-OLD ROOKIE FROM KENTUCKY CLAIMS POLE, WINS TWO RACES TO CLINCH APRILIA’S SECOND […]
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Grand Prix winner Liam Everts after surgery at Huashan hospital in Shanghai

Sep 16, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing MX2 Grand Prix winner Liam Everts is on the mend after surgery at the Huashan hospital in Shanghai to repair a broken C5 vertebra. The Belgian crashed after contact with […]
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Italian circuit celebrates its debut with the production bike World Championship

Sep 16, 2024 Michael Le Pard
As the Italian circuit celebrates its debut with the production bike World Championship, the development slick solutions for the Superbike class already seen in action at Magny-Cours are back on stage The FIM Superbike World Championship arrives […]
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Five enduro world titles won with Metzeler tyres

Sep 16, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Five enduro world titles won with Metzeler tyres Josep Garcia is World Champion in the EnduroGP and Enduro1 classes, while Andrea Verona, Brad Freeman and Manuel Verzeroli are the winners of Enduro2, Enduro3 and Youth […]
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Suzuki GSX-8R makes BSB racing debut with Powerslide Motorcycles

Sep 16, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Suzuki’s GSX-8R made its National Sportbike Championship debut at the weekend, with Taylor Moreton racing the Powerslide Motorcycles Suzuki at Oulton Park. The Powerslide team spent the summer building the 8R following the bike’s launch […]
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Pirelli is again betting on allocation made available for Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli

Sep 16, 2024 Michael Le Pard
For the second Grand Prix to be held at Misano, Pirelli is again betting on the allocation made available for the first round, with the new Moto2™ rear soft tyre in action again After the […]
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Near-perfect final round of 2024 FIM EnduroGP World Championship

Sep 16, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Josep Garcia has capped off a near-perfect weekend in Brioude, France at the final round of the 2024 FIM EnduroGP World Championship by securing the Enduro1 title. Just 24 hours after winning […]

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