Articles by Michael Le Pard

About Michael Le Pard

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.

The most unforgiving and challenging MXGP motocross circuits in the world

Jul 29, 2024 Michael Le Pard

At what is widely regarded as one of the most unforgiving and challenging motocross circuits in the world, Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing MX2 rider and current Red Plate championship leader Kay de Wolf delivered a […]

Legendary circuit of Lommel with slippery surfaced MXGP of Flanders

Jul 29, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Elzinga Runner-Up at Tough MXGP of Flanders Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2’s Rick Elzinga has finished as runner-up at the MXGP of Flanders, round 14 of the 2024 MX2 World Championship. Returning to his early […]

More trophies and celebrations with continued success in 2024 MXGP for Red Bull KTM Factory Racing

Jul 29, 2024 Michael Le Pard

More trophies, more celebrations and continued success in 2024 MXGP for Red Bull KTM Factory Racing as Jeffrey Herlings demonstrated his superlative skill in sandy conditions once again to win a hot and sunny Grand […]

Hardpack of Loket to soft sand of Lommel the MXGP World Championship weekend

Jul 29, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Sixth for Vlaanderen at Challenging Belgian Grand Prix Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s Calvin Vlaanderen has finished sixth overall at MXGP round 14 in Lommel, Belgium. Maintaining his impressive mid-season form in Race One to […]

Record-breaking World Ducati Week 2024 parade

Jul 28, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Francesco Bagnaia Wins the Third Edition of the Lenovo Race of Champions Ahead of Andrea Iannone and Marc Márquez Misano Adriatico, July 27, 2024 — Francesco Bagnaia dominated the third edition of the Lenovo Race […]

Francesco Bagnaia dominated the third edition of the Lenovo Race of Champions

Jul 28, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Frustrated Ivano van Erp Fourth at Lommel MXGP

Jul 28, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Ivano van Erp Fourth at Lommel for EMX250 Round Seven VRT Yamaha Official EMX250 team’s Ivano van Erp narrowly missed out on a trip to the overall podium, finishing fourth at EMX250 round seven in […]

NEW MULTI-YEAR CONTRACT WILL SEE CURRENT MXGP LEADING TEAM CONTINUE

Jul 27, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Factory Racing is delighted to announce the extension of its successful partnership with Nestaan-MX. The new multi-year contract will see Nestaan-MX continue as “Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing” in the FIM Motocross World Championship, ensuring […]

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Manuel Lettenbichler wins 2024 Red Bull Romaniacs

Jul 27, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Manuel Lettenbichler has won the 2024 Red Bull Romaniacs, round four of the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship. After seizing the lead on Offroad Day 1, the KTM 300 EXC racer maintained […]

Suzuki recall campaign for rear tire defect on V-Strom 800

Jul 26, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Suzuki GB has confirmed a recall campaign on its V-Strom 800DE, due to a defect with the OE fitment rear tyre. There are 304 affected machines registered in the UK. Customer safety and satisfaction is […]

Vmoto introduces new technology that will complete the range

Jul 26, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Vmoto introduces the new technology that will complete the offering in the range During the international press conference, a prototype of a new fast charging battery was unveiled. At the venue of Misano World Circuit, […]

Husqvarna Mobility North America proud to announce Team Husqvarna Amateur Racing program

Jul 26, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Mobility North America is proud to announce the introduction of its newly branded Team Husqvarna Amateur Racing program, a nod to the pioneering roots of the brand’s storied racing history. While Husqvarna is no […]

Top 10 Team Suzuki Carbon Neutral Challenge

Jul 26, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Suzuki’s green entry into this year’s Suzuka 8-Hour endurance race showed that an environmentally-friendly future can still be fast. Team Suzuki CN Challenge raced a GSX-R1000R – fitted with a host of greener parts and […]

BETA rider Maddi Gordon gets cover of Drag Illustrated

Jul 26, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Maddi Gordon Gets Her First TAFC National Win It has been quite the month for Maddi and the Gordon Race Team, highlighted by a historic race win and also being on the cover of a […]

Rome-based De Carli team return to regime in both MXGP and MX2 categories

Jul 26, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing will grow for the 2025 FIM Motocross World Championship and for the Grand Prix seasons to come. The multi-title winning squad will reincorporate the Rome-based De Carli team for a […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

The most unforgiving and challenging MXGP motocross circuits in the world

Legendary circuit of Lommel with slippery surfaced MXGP of Flanders

More trophies and celebrations with continued success in 2024 MXGP for Red Bull KTM Factory Racing

Hardpack of Loket to soft sand of Lommel the MXGP World Championship weekend

Record-breaking World Ducati Week 2024 parade

Francesco Bagnaia dominated the third edition of the Lenovo Race of Champions

Frustrated Ivano van Erp Fourth at Lommel MXGP

NEW MULTI-YEAR CONTRACT WILL SEE CURRENT MXGP LEADING TEAM CONTINUE

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Manuel Lettenbichler wins 2024 Red Bull Romaniacs

Suzuki recall campaign for rear tire defect on V-Strom 800

Vmoto introduces new technology that will complete the range

Husqvarna Mobility North America proud to announce Team Husqvarna Amateur Racing program

Top 10 Team Suzuki Carbon Neutral Challenge

BETA rider Maddi Gordon gets cover of Drag Illustrated

Rome-based De Carli team return to regime in both MXGP and MX2 categories

First 2027 Kawasaki Ninja Arrives and it’s a Banger!

New Indian Motorcycle Signature Series: Ultra Exclusive & Extremely Limited!

New Harley-Davidson Deadwood Offers up WWII Spirit of Freedom

New 2026 Kawasaki Performance Bikes & TMW UX Site Upgrade!