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[ Aug 16, 2026 ] MXGP of Sweden: Everts takes second overall as de Wolf progresses in Uddevalla News
[ Aug 16, 2026 ] Sacha Coenen back on top with comprehensive Swedish MX2 Grand Prix victory News
[ Aug 16, 2026 ] JORGE PRADO CHARGES TO SECOND OVERALL AT UNADILLA NATIONAL News
[ Aug 16, 2026 ] Top-five results at Unadilla National earned by RJ Hampshire and Ryder DiFrancesco News
[ Aug 16, 2026 ] Gasjer and Renaux Battle Adversity in Sweden for Fifth and Ninth Overall News
[ Aug 16, 2026 ] Reisulis Brothers Score Vital Championship Points with Janis Fifth and Karlis Seventh in Sweden News
[ Aug 16, 2026 ] Sleny Goyer Claims Fifth EMX125 Podium of the Season with Runner-up Finish in Sweden News
[ Aug 16, 2026 ] Grand Prix of Sweden MXGP R15 2026 Race Day News
[ Aug 15, 2026 ] Grand Prix of Sweden Round 15 MXGP 2026 News
[ Aug 14, 2026 ] RED BULL KTM FACTORY RACING RE-SIGNS JORGE PRADO IN MULTI-YEAR EXTENSION News
[ Aug 14, 2026 ] Lucas Coenen to miss Swedish MXGP to continue hip recovery News
[ Aug 14, 2026 ] Zach Osborne to Compete in Final Three Pro Motocross Rounds News
[ Aug 14, 2026 ] Roberto Garcia to Remain with GMT94 Yamaha for 2027 WorldSSP Campaign News
[ Aug 13, 2026 ] FIM Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup delivered excitement at Silverstone News

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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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DOUBLE MXGP PODIUM BOUNTY FOR RED BULL KTM IN INDONESIA

Jun 30, 2024 Michael Le Pard

MXGP launched the second half of the 2024 FIM world championship by decamping to the island of Lombok and a double-header at the Selaparang circuit. The Grand Prix of West Nusa Tenggara was the first […]

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Fought hard at MXGP of West Nusa Tenggara

Jun 30, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Vlaanderen on the Box in Lombok! Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s Calvin Vlaanderen fought hard for a fine third overall at the MXGP of West Nusa Tenggara. Fighting through the field in both races for […]

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Ducati domination at The Ridge for 2024 Steel Commander MotoAmerica Superbike Championship

Jun 29, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Sunnyvale, Calif., June 28, 2024 — Loris Baz and Josh Herrin painted The Ridge Motorsport Park red on the opening day of action for round five of the 2024 Steel Commander MotoAmerica Superbike Championship. The […]

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Temperatures were high at Motortrials National Championship Sequatchie

Jun 29, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Sequatchie, TN Round Three & Four June 22nd, 2024 Sweltering Rounds Three & Four at the NATC Championship Rounds three and four of the Motortrials National Championship were held this weekend in Sequatchie, TN. […]

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Pramac Racing and Ducati Corse to part ways at the end of the 2024 MotoGP season

Jun 29, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Ducati Corse wants to thank Pramac Racing for their excellent work since 2005 as Ducati’s factory-supported MotoGP team. In these 20 years of collaboration, Paolo Campinoti’s team has contributed to the sporting growth of Ducati […]

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Mountains of West Virginia Snowshoe GNCC Results

Jun 29, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Snowshoe, WV Round Nine June 22nd, 2024 Walker Remains on Top of XC3 Points Chase The mountains of West Virginia at the Snowshoe Resort were the backdrop for round nine of the GNCC series. […]

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Bagnaia and Ducati Lenovo Team top day one at Assen Bastianini is eighth

Jun 29, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The Ducati Lenovo Team has topped the timesheets in the opening day of action at the TT Circuit Assen, the venue hosting the eighth Grand Prix of the 2024 MotoGP season. Francesco Bagnaia finished both […]

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Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP & MX2 Teams Look Forward to MXGP Double-Header in Lombok

Jun 29, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP and MX2 teams have touched down in Indonesia, ready to tackle the 11th and 12th rounds of the FIM Motocross World Championship. Returning to Lombok for the second […]

Inspiration Friday: The Empty Space & #Debate2024

Inspiration Friday: The Empty Space & #Debate2024

Jun 28, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Honestly, I don’t know where to start other than enjoy your July BBQ’s because come August thru November, I don’t know what shape the world will be in. In conjunction with those thoughts Vespa has […]

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Returns to the Cathedral of Speed in Assen for 2024 MotoGP Season

Jun 26, 2024 Michael Le Pard

After the Ducati Lenovo Team’s extraordinary one-two finish at their home round in Mugello three weeks ago, the MotoGP World Championship returns to the track this weekend in the Netherlands for the eighth round of […]

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Estoril to Host the 2024 R3 bLU cRU SuperFinale

Jun 26, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The third edition of the Yamaha R3 bLU cRU European SuperFinale, originally scheduled to run alongside the final FIM Superbike World Championship round of the 2024 season, will now take place from 11-13th October during […]

Exciting New 2025 Suzuki Motorcycles Arrive!

Exciting New 2025 Suzuki Motorcycles Arrive!

Jun 24, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Exciting new 2025 Suzuki Motorcycles have arrived and Suzuki has revved up the excitement for 2025 with a lineup that promises to cater to every rider’s passion. The iconic GSX-R sportbike series continues to dominate […]

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Rocky terrain greeting riders at Snowshoe GNCC 2024 Grand National Cross Country

Jun 24, 2024 Michael Le Pard

A runner-up result continued Korie Steede’s fine form in Round 9 of the 2024 Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) Series, as defending XC1 Open Pro Champion Craig DeLong claimed eighth position in class on Sunday. […]

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Dominant victory in EnduroGP and Enduro1 Italy

Jun 24, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Josep Garcia has maintained his lead in the FIM EnduroGP World Championship with victory in both the EnduroGP and Enduro1 categories at round four in Italy. The Spaniard enjoyed a dominant victory […]

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Piaggio Group: Michele Colaninno elected ACEM President

Jun 22, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Milan, 11 June 2024 – Michele Colaninno, Chief Executive Officer of the Piaggio Group (PIA.MI), has been elected for a second term as President of ACEM (Association des Constructeurs Européens de Motocycles), the European motorcycle […]

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