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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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Not an easy day with the weather at WorldSBK Assen

Apr 19, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Gardner third for GYTR GRT Yamaha on opening day in Assen Remy Gardner was third quickest as the GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team returned to action at the iconic TT circuit Assen for the third […]

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Superb start to 2024 FIM Endurance World Championship

Apr 19, 2024 Michael Le Pard

YART Yamaha Secure Perfect Pole Position at Le Mans The Yamalube YART Yamaha EWC Official Team of Niccolò Canepa, Karel Hanika, Marvin Fritz, and Reserve Rider Robin Mulhauser enjoyed a superb start to their 2024 […]

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Honda France qualifies third for the 24 Heures Motos

Apr 19, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The 24 Heures Motos 47th edition, the opening round of the 2024 FIM Endurance World Championship, will take place on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 of April 2024, showcasing fourteen Honda-powered teams—more than twice the […]

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Opening day of 2024 FIM Superbike World Championship at chilly TT Circuit Assen Netherlands

Apr 19, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Winter Welcome for Pata Prometeon Yamaha in Assen Free Practice Jonathan Rea and Andrea Locatelli layered up and got to work on the opening day of the third round of the 2024 FIM Superbike World […]

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Finishing with fastest WorldSSP lap despite a strong wind for Spanish rider

Apr 19, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Bautista leads the way on Friday at Assen marked by changeable weather conditions. Bulega finishes sixth. Solid front row for Huertas in WorldSSP Mixed weather conditions complicated Friday’s free practice for the Pirelli Dutch Round. […]

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Brazilian rookie Mario Salles takes first pole position in R3 bLU cRU World Cup at TT Circuit Assen

Apr 19, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Brazilian rookie Mario Salles took his first pole position in the R3 bLU cRU World Cup on Friday at the TT Circuit Assen despite a crash and extremely difficult track conditions. FP was held in […]

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Inspiration Friday: Vespa World Days 2024 Guide

Apr 19, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Thousands of Vespa fans and their scooters from 55 countries and 5 continents will swarm Pontedera, Italy this week for Vespa World Days 2024! A celebration of everything Vespa with Vespa exhibitions, events, shows and […]

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Fired up for round one of 2024 Steel Commander MotoAmerica Superbike Championship

Apr 19, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati duo Josh Herrin and Loris Baz fired up for round one of the 2024 Steel Commander MotoAmerica Superbike Championship. Sunnyvale, Calif., April 18, 2024 — It’s game time as the Warhorse […]

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FMF Racing’s Commitment to Pro Motocross Championship With More Than 30 Years of Support

Apr 19, 2024 Michael Le Pard

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (April 18, 2024) – MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc., has announced the return of FMF Racing as the “Official Exhaust” of the Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing. The pioneering Southern […]

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Dominant performance to secure victory on Stage 6 of the Morocco Desert Challenge

Apr 19, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Tarrés Triumphs on Stage 6 to Extend Dominant Lead in Morocco The Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team’s Pol Tarrés put in a dominant performance to secure victory on Stage 6 of the Morocco Desert Challenge, increasing […]

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Extremely harsh weather welcomed WorldSBK TT Circuit riders in Assen Netherlands

Apr 18, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The iconic “Cathedral of Speed” (Assen, Netherlands) to hosts the third round of the 2024 WorldSBK and WorldSSP season Extremely harsh weather welcomed the WorldSBK paddock, which this weekend will kick off the third round […]

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First two rounds kick off Motortrials National Championship in Kingsman

Apr 18, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Kingman, AZ Round One & Two April 13th & 14th, 2024 The First Two Rounds in the Books for NATC Championship The first two rounds to kick off the Motortrials National Championship were held […]

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Rain threatened to create chaos at GNCC Tennessee

Apr 18, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Monterey, TN Round Five April 13th, 2024 Another GNCC Podium for Walker The fifth round of the GNCC would take the riders to a new venue in Tennessee. Rain earlier in the week threatened […]

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West Hare Scramble Top Five Finishes in Oregon

Apr 18, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Jacksonville, OR Round Two April 14th, 2024 Wasson & Roberts with Top Five Finishes in Oregon The West Hare Scramble headed to the Pacific Northwest for the second round of the series. Riders were […]

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WORCS Blythe a perfect 75 degrees and a quick sandy track for riders

Apr 18, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Blythe, CA Round Five April 12th, 2024 DeMartile Second on the Day, First in Season Points Chase The fifth round of the WORCS series was in Blythe. The temperature was perfect at 75 degrees […]

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