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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.

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Pit stop to Podium for Locatelli in WorldSBK Phillip Island Thriller

Feb 24, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Pit stop to Podium for Locatelli in Phillip Island Thriller Andrea Locatelli scored a sensational P2 result for Pata Prometeon Yamaha in Race 1 at Phillip Island during the opening round of the 2024 FIM […]

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Injured MXGP Mattia Guadagnini will miss opening round of 2024 FIM Motocross World Championship

Feb 24, 2024 Michael Le Pard

GUADAGNINI TO MISS MXGP SEASON OPENER IN ARGENTINA FOLLOWING TRAINING INCIDENT #101 GUADAGNINI FORCED TO SIT OUT MXGP ROUND ONE Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing team rider and MXGP talent Mattia Guadagnini will not participate in […]

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WorldSBK Ducati rider takes pole position breaking all the track records

Feb 24, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Memorable début for Bulega, new records with Pirelli tyres At his début in WorldSBK, the Ducati rider takes pole position and Race 1, also breaking all the track records; in WorldSSP the win goes to […]

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Results of First WorldSBK race of the season at iconic Phillip Island circuit

Feb 24, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Aegerter Grabs Good Points in Phillip Island Race 1, Misfortune Strikes Gardner Dominique Aegerter recovered to sixth in the first WorldSBK race of the season at the iconic Phillip Island circuit, while Remy Gardner’s hopes […]

Inspiration Friday: That's the Pits @WorldSBK!

Inspiration Friday: That’s the Pits @WorldSBK!

Feb 23, 2024 Michael Le Pard

WorldSBK starts this weekend and we are pumped for another year of not only covering every motorsports race but the new WorldSBK changes! Mandatory Pit-Stops!! This eleventh-hour curve ball was thrown at teams and riders […]

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Wind and Rain doesn’t stop Ducati at 2024 WorldSBK Phillip Island

Feb 23, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Convincing start for Bulega, second on Friday at Phillip Island. Bautista (P12) works to find the best set-up. Huertas debuts with a stunning pole position in WorldSSP The first Friday of free practice of the […]

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Tricky Friday for everyone at 2024 WorldSBK Phillip Island

Feb 23, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Locatelli Looking Impressive in Friday Free Practice at Phillip Island Pata Prometeon Yamaha rider Andrea Locatelli continued to impress with a super strong showing in Friday’s Free Practice sessions on Day 1 of the opening […]

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Liam Everts sits out first round of 2024 MXGP series at Neuquen Argentina

Feb 23, 2024 Michael Le Pard

EVERTS TO MISS ARGENTINA GRAND PRIX OPENER AFTER SUCCESSFUL HAND SURGERY 2024 MXGP news MX2 Grand Prix winner Liam Everts will sit out the first round of the 2024 MXGP series at Neuquen in Argentina […]

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First official day of WorldSBK practice of 2024 at iconic Phillip Island circuit today

Feb 23, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Gardner and Aegerter Prepare For Flag-to-Flag Race on Phillip Island Friday Remy Gardner and Dominique Aegerter completed the first official day of WorldSBK practice of 2024 at the iconic Phillip Island circuit on Friday, showing […]

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Yamaha R1: Past, Present and Future Race Winning Package

Feb 23, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha remains fully committed to racing the R1 in the premier production race classes worldwide, including the FIM Superbike and Endurance World Championships. This commitment also extends to supporting teams and customers who race Yamaha’s […]

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Season opener in South Carolina at Big Buck GNCC

Feb 21, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Union, SC Round One – Big Buck February 17th, 2024 Holeshot and a Podium for the East Coast Off-Road Team The GNCC season opener was in South Carolina for the Big Buck GNCC. The weekend […]

Triumph returns to Daytona 200 crown back to UK

Triumph returns to Daytona 200 to bring crown back to UK

Feb 21, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The PHR (Peter Hickman Racing) Performance Team, supported by FreedomRoad Financial, will head to the USA in March this year to tackle the Daytona 200, with racers Peter Hickman and Richard Cooper setting their sights […]

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Junior e-Motocross Series returns for 2024

Feb 20, 2024 Michael Le Pard

With the full support of KTM, the Junior e-Motocross Series returns for 2024 and today, registration has officially opened for youngsters who race a KTM SX-E 5 to secure one of 40 spots on the […]

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ENTRIES OPEN FOR THE HUSQVARNA MOTORCYCLES SUPPORTED JUNIOR E-MOTOCROSS SERIES

Feb 20, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Motorcycles is proud to announce its continued support for the Junior e-Motocross Series with registration for the 2024 edition now officially open. With only 40 places on the start gate available, parents and guardians […]

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Intense day for Nicolò Bulega and Alvaro Bautista at WorldSBK

Feb 20, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Bulega (P2) incisive in the final tests before the Australian round. Bautista seventh. Huertas ready to debut with the Panigale V2 in SuperSport. The final tests before the start of the 2024 WorldSBK season concluded […]

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