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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.

2024 Indian: 2-Wheel Trailblazing Americana

2024 Indian Motorcycle: 2-Wheel Trailblazing Americana

Nov 13, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Indian Motorcycle brings exclusivity, luxury and raises the performance bar across the board for it’s biggest Indian Motorcycle lineup ever; plus TMW’s #1 line-up-winner! Bringing the heat is the new 2024 Indian FTR x 100% […]

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Alvaro Bautista has to cope with problem left shoulder and neck after after the bad high side but grits his teeth

Nov 12, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Alvaro Bautista has to cope with a problem with his left shoulder but grits his teeth to finish the Malaysian GP in 17th place “Now I can confess: it has been a really difficult three […]

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Red Bull KTM Factory Racing came away from one of their ‘tougher’ circuits on MotoGP calendar

Nov 12, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing came away from one of their ‘tougher’ circuits on the MotoGP calendar with more points and another top ten finish as Jack Miller rode to 8th at the Sepang International […]

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Two rounds before end of phenomenal march through the MotoGP pyramid

Nov 12, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Ajo’s Pedro Acosta has clinched the 2023 Moto2 world championship two rounds before the end of the current season to extend his phenomenal march through the MotoGP™ pyramid. The 19-year-old Spaniard now […]

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Very first winners’ trophy in 2023 MotoGP at Sepang International Circuit

Nov 12, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The LIQUI MOLY Husqvarna IntactGP Team stayed on course for a sensational full campaign with the FR 250 GP in 2023 Moto3 as title contender Ayumu Sasaki and teammate Collin Veijer again shone at the […]

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International Six Days Enduro 2023 – San Juan Argentina Results

Nov 12, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Josep Garcia has secured overall individual victory at the 2023 FIM International Six Days Enduro (ISDE). Riding his KTM 250 EXC-F, the reigning Enduro1 World Champion dominated proceedings in Argentina to claim […]

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Top slot protagonist of an exceptional Sepang Q2 qualifying session

Nov 11, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Bagnaia on the podium, third in the Sprint at Sepang. Fourth Bastianini Ducati Lenovo Team riders Francesco Bagnaia and Enea Bastianini were third and fourth respectively in the Malaysian GP Sprint at the Sepang International […]

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INDIAN MOTORCYCLE SPECIAL OFFERS – HOLIDAY SALES EVENT

Nov 11, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Shop local this holiday season. Stop into your local Indian Motorcycle dealer on Saturday, November 25th for offers across the 2023 lineup. Plus, up to $150 off all parts, apparel, and accessories*. Mark your calendars […]

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Alvaro Bautista makes mistake after mistake at Sepang

Nov 11, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Alvaro Bautista makes a mistake on lap 2 of the Malaysian GP Sprint race at Sepang and finishes in 22nd place The Malaysian GP Sprint race practically ended after two laps for Alvaro Bautista. The […]

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Yamaha Reaches Multi-Year Deal with FIM Women’s Motocross World Championship Prodigy

Nov 11, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Reaches Multi-Year Deal with WMX Prodigy Lotte van Drunen Yamaha Motor Europe is thrilled to announce the addition of Dutch sensation Lotte van Drunen to the Yamaha Family for the upcoming 2024 FIM Women’s […]

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KAWASAKI ‘TIS THE SEASON SALES EVENT SAVE THOUSANDS ON SELECT MODELS PLUS ADDITIONAL HOLIDAY CASH

Nov 11, 2023 Michael Le Pard

‘TIS THE SEASON SALES EVENT SAVE UP TO $3,000* ON SELECT MODELS PLUS AN ADDITIONAL $200* HOLIDAY CASH ON SELECT YOUTH MOTORCYCLES & ATVs SEE PROMOTIONAL MODELS SECTION BELOW FOR ALL FACTORY INCENTIVES Incentives are […]

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MotoGP 2023 – Sepang International Circuit Malaysia – Qualification and Sprint

Nov 11, 2023 Michael Le Pard

A sweaty and intense eighteenth Sprint of the 2023 MotoGP season saw Brad Binder slide his KTM RC16 to 5th position after the South African had qualified 7th in Malaysia. Teammate Jack Miller was also […]

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Instantly recognizable broadcast icon Art Eckman (1942-2023)

Nov 11, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Rest In Peace, Art Eckman (1942-2023) Broadcast Icon and Indelible Voice of the Sport Passes The SuperMotocross community and the motocross industry as a whole is deeply saddened by the passing of broadcast icon Art […]

Lest We Forget - Remembrance Day 2023

Inspiration Friday: Lest We Forget

Nov 10, 2023 Michael Le Pard

With the Israel War on Palestine (Gaza & West Bank) reaching genocidal levels with over 4412 children killed, the War in Ukraine claiming over 400,000 lives and with more NATO war clouds on the horizon […]

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WorldSSP rider Stefano Manzi agreeing to new contract for 2024 with Yamaha

Nov 10, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Motor Europe Renew with Stefano Manzi in WorldSSP for 2024 Yamaha Motor Europe is pleased to announce that Stefano Manzi will remain with the Ten Kate Yamaha WorldSSP Supported Team in the FIM […]

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