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  • [ Jul 30, 2026 ] Bloss Continues Top Ten Streak, Oldenburg with Best Finish Outdoor News
  • [ Jul 30, 2026 ] Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP & MX2 Teams Set Sights on Belgian Grand Prix Success News
  • [ Jul 27, 2026 ] Bou and Rabino complete their domination of TrialGP of Great Britain News
  • [ Jul 27, 2026 ] MXGP of Czech Republic: De Wolf back in action while Everts claims MX2 race win News
  • [ Jul 27, 2026 ] Adamo claws points back with 6th place overall at MXGP of Czech Republic News
  • [ Jul 27, 2026 ] Ryder DiFrancesco back on the 250MX podium at Washougal National in second overall News
  • [ Jul 27, 2026 ] Crash knocks Calvin Vlaanderen out of MXGP Grand Prix Czech Republic News
  • [ Jul 27, 2026 ] RED BULL KTM’S JORGE PRADO IN PODIUM CONTENTION AT WASHOUGAL NATIONAL News
  • [ Jul 27, 2026 ] Grand Prix of Czech Republic Round 21 MXGP 2026 News
  • [ Jul 27, 2026 ] Tim Gajser Battles to Fifth Overall in the Czech Republic News
  • [ Jul 27, 2026 ] Karlis Reisulis Breaks Through with Third Overall in the Czech Republic News
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  • [ Jul 23, 2026 ] Romain Febvre joins Ducati as official 2027/2028 MXGP rider 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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GMG – Moto Guzzi World Days 2026

Jul 22, 2026 Michael Le Pard
FROM 3 TO 6 SEPTEMBER, HISTORY WILL BE MADE IN MANDELLO DEL LARIO: ·  MOTO GUZZI CELEBRATES ITS 105TH BIRTHDAY WITH THE OPENING OF ITS NEW FACILITY ·  THE NEW MOTO GUZZI MUSEUM IS INAUGURATED, […]
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Iker Lecuona continues with Ducati Team for 2027/2028 WorldSBK seasons

Jul 22, 2026 Michael Le Pard
  The Aruba.it Racing – Ducati Team is pleased to announce the renewal of its agreement with Iker Lecuona, who will continue to defend the italian team’s colours for the next two WorldSBK seasons aboard the factory Ducati Panigale V4R machine. The […]
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ONE CLICK CLOSER TO THE DREAM: EXPLORE RIDE KTM

Jul 22, 2026 Michael Le Pard
RIDE KTM has been the touchpoint for many motorcyclists’ first (or continued) taste of ‘orange’ thanks to the wide range of experiences on offer. In 2026, as the diverse scheme nears almost 35-years of existence, […]
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON RIDES WITH YOU TO THE 86TH STURGIS MOTORCYCLE RALLY

Jul 21, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Public Debut of the all-new Deadwood Motorcycle, Five Demo Ride Locations, Harley-Davidson Performance Bike Displays & More   MILWAUKEE (July 21, 2026) – Harley-Davidson will Ride With You to the 86th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, August […]
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Aprilia RS 660’s winning streak in the British Superbike Championship continues

Jul 21, 2026 Michael Le Pard
  Aprilia shines again in BSB at Brands Hatch VICTORY FOR HARRISON MACKAY (ARMADA SC31 RACING TEAM). GREAT PERFORMANCE FROM ALFIE DAVIDSON (INCOMPETITION APRILIA), BRINGING THE SECOND APRILIA RS 660 TO THE PODIUM Aprilia RS […]
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Josep Garcia is EnduroGP and Enduro1 World Champion for the third consecutive year

Jul 21, 2026 Michael Le Pard
By dominating the GP of France, Garcia claims both world titles with one round to spare. Andrea Verona retains the Enduro2 lead, while Thibault Giraudon wins his home GP in the Junior category   Since […]
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DRE Racetrack: the Ducati Academy returns to Misano

Jul 21, 2026 Michael Le Pard
  Two unique days aboard Ducati supersport bikes, September 22nd and 23rd at the Misano World Circuit The new Panigale V4 R will be the star of the one-to-one courses, offering an unforgettable experience supported […]
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Grand Prix of Great Britain MXGP R12 2026 Race Day

Jul 21, 2026 Michael Le Pard
  • A tough day for Ducati riders in Great Britain • Zanchi top player in the early stages of MX2 Race 1 The British Grand Prix kicks off the final run of European races […]
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New Harley-Davidson Deadwood Offers up WWII Spirit of Freedom

Jul 20, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Harley-Davidson’s new Deadwood cruiser embraces and honors not only the spirit of rebellion and individualism the brand has been legendary for but also the freedom and excitement soldiers were seeking returning home WWII. Starting at […]
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MXGP of GB: Everts stars in MX2 at Foxhills thriller

Jul 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Liam Everts battles the steep climbs, hardened ruts and relentless heat of the British Grand Prix to secure fourth overall in MX2.   The iconic Foxhills circuit hosted the MXGP of […]
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Laengenfelder brings home more silverware with 2nd place at packed MXGP British Grand Prix

Jul 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Red Bull KTM raced around the hallowed rutty slopes of Foxhill for the twelfth round of 2026 MXGP. MX2 world champion Simon Laengenfelder posted his sixth podium result of the season with 2nd place overall […]
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JOSEP GARCIA CROWNED 2026 ENDUROGP AND ENDURO1 WORLD CHAMPION

Jul 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Josep Garcia has been crowned the 2026 FIM EnduroGP World Champion after securing a dramatic victory on day two of the GP of France in Saint-Agrève. The Spaniard also successfully defended his […]
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Tim Gajser Returns to the MXGP Podium with Third Overall in Great Britain

Jul 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard
  Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP Team’s Tim Gajser has finished third overall at the MXGP of Great Britain. Fast all weekend long around the hardpack Foxhills circuit, the Yamaha YZ450FM rider placed second in […]
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Reisulis Brothers Deliver Solid Results in Great Britain with Janis Sixth and Karlis Seventh

Jul 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2 Team’s Janis Reisulis has secured sixth overall at the MXGP of Great Britain, round 12 of the FIM MX2 Motocross World Championship. Teammate Karlis also performed well, finishing just behind […]
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Rockstar Energy Husqvarna’s RJ Hampshire finishes inside 450MX top-five at Spring Creek

Jul 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard
RJ Hampshire and Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing earned a solid fourth-place finish in Round 7 of the 2026 AMA Pro Motocross Championship at Saturday’s Spring Creek National, while 250MX teammate Daxton Bennick claimed a […]

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