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.

#WeRideAsOne 2026: a single Ducati global parade on 9 May

Mar 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Borgo Panigale, Bologna, 18 March 2026 – One of the most eagerly awaited events in the Ducati community calendar, #WeRideAsOne – the global day that every year brings Ducatisti together in a unique, great shared experience – returns […]

Bonacorsi and Zanchi out for the Spanish Grand Prix

Mar 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard

• Andrea Bonacorsi will be forced to miss the second round of the FIM Motocross World Championship • Ferruccio Zanchi’s return postponed After crashing during the first race of the Argentinian Grand Prix while fighting […]

Roberts Takes Second Place at a Dusty WHS Round Three Fort Sage

Mar 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard

At the 2026 Golden Shamrock Hare Scramble, Zane Roberts delivered a solid performance that saw him finish in second overall, trailing the winner by a mere second. Competing aboard his Liqui Moly Beta Factory 480 RR, the defending race […]

GLOBAL GRID TAKES SHAPE AHEAD OF BAGGER WORLD CUP OPENER IN AUSTIN TEXAS

Mar 17, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Milwaukee (March 17, 2026) – As the inaugural season of the FIM Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup approaches its opening event in Austin, Texas, Harley-Davidson and MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group have announced a further update […]

Mateo Oliveira and Rockstar Energy Husqvarna win The Golden Shamrock Hare Scramble

Mar 17, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Mateo Oliveira took victory in Round 3 of the 2026 AMA West Hare Scrambles (WHS) at Fort Sage on Sunday, extending his advantage in the Pro Class point-standings. West […]

MV AGUSTA ANNOUNCES GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP WITH DHL SUPPLY CHAIN

Mar 17, 2026 Michael Le Pard

MV Agusta is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with DHL Supply Chain, that will redefine efficiency, precision, and customer satisfaction in the management of spare parts and accessories logistics. At the end of […]

New challenge for Aprilia Racing in Brazil

Mar 17, 2026 Michael Le Pard

MARCO BEZZECCHI AND JORGE MARTÍN IN GOIÂNIA FOR THE FIRST TIME Aprilia Racing is ready to get back on the track for the second round of the season, this time on the renovated Autódromo Internacional […]

First round of Italian Pro Prestige Motocross Championship in Ottobiano

Mar 17, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Lupino and the Desmo450 MX win and secure a red plate in the premier class The first round of the Italian Pro Prestige Motocross Championship was held today on the sandy track in Ottobiano, about […]

Brazilian circuit Moto2 and Moto3 sessions extended by 10 minutes

Mar 17, 2026 Michael Le Pard

One extra set for the longer sessions. TheAutódromo Internacional de Goiânia – Ayrton Senna, which will host the Grand Prix of Brazil, previously welcomed the Motorcycle World Championship in the late 1980s but has recently been […]

Oil and Gas Prices Surge Pump Costs Amid Middle East Conflict!

Mar 16, 2026 Michael Le Pard

With oil and gas prices surging pump costs is this the break motorcycle manufactures were looking for to lift sagging sales? Will we see more new riders on the road? Will this instead be the […]

Josh Roper Joins TrialStoreUSA Trials Team

Mar 15, 2026 Michael Le Pard

TrialStoreUSA and Beta USA are thrilled to announce the addition of Pro Class standout Josh Roper to the TrialStoreUSA team for the 2026 NATC MotoTrials Championship season. Roper, a veteran competitor with multiple championships and Pro […]

Couple of Top Five Finishes in Talladega Alabama Mud

Mar 15, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Talladega, AL Round Three March 8th, 2026 A Couple of Top Five Finishes in Alabama Mud At the 2026 Talladega GNCC, the Liqui Moly Factory Beta team navigated a race of attrition through Alabama mud […]

DeMartile Conquers Lake Havasu at WORCS Round Three

Mar 15, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Lake Havasu, CA Round Three March 8th, 2026 DeMartile Conquers Lake Havasu at WORCS Round Three At the 2026 WORCS Round 3 “Island Invasion GP” in Lake Havasu, Beta Factory Rider, Dare DeMartile secured his first Pro […]

BMW Motorrad ADV-X returns for 2026 with reimagined backcountry route across the Canadian Rockies.

Mar 15, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Richmond Hill, ON. BMW Motorrad ADV-X returns in 2026 with an all-new format, inviting GS riders from across Canada to experience an adventure reimagined. From September 6–12, 2026, participants will traverse a predominantly off-road route from […]

Husqvarna Mobility extends Premium Manufacturer’s Warranty to all street motorcycles

Mar 15, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Mobility has announced a significant enhancement to its Premium Manufacturer’s Warranty program, which now includes all street-legal motorcycles from Model Year 2025 onwards. The updated warranty coverage applies across the brand’s entire street […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

#WeRideAsOne 2026: a single Ducati global parade on 9 May

Bonacorsi and Zanchi out for the Spanish Grand Prix

Roberts Takes Second Place at a Dusty WHS Round Three Fort Sage

GLOBAL GRID TAKES SHAPE AHEAD OF BAGGER WORLD CUP OPENER IN AUSTIN TEXAS

Mateo Oliveira and Rockstar Energy Husqvarna win The Golden Shamrock Hare Scramble

MV AGUSTA ANNOUNCES GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP WITH DHL SUPPLY CHAIN

New challenge for Aprilia Racing in Brazil

First round of Italian Pro Prestige Motocross Championship in Ottobiano

Brazilian circuit Moto2 and Moto3 sessions extended by 10 minutes

Oil and Gas Prices Surge Pump Costs Amid Middle East Conflict!

Josh Roper Joins TrialStoreUSA Trials Team

Couple of Top Five Finishes in Talladega Alabama Mud

DeMartile Conquers Lake Havasu at WORCS Round Three

BMW Motorrad ADV-X returns for 2026 with reimagined backcountry route across the Canadian Rockies.

Husqvarna Mobility extends Premium Manufacturer’s Warranty to all street motorcycles

New 2027 MV Agusta Rush Titanio: May the 4th be With You!

It’s Time to Ride: TMW 2027 Motorcycle Review Guides are Live!

Just released 2027 KTM Motorcycles: Uncompromising Performance!

2026 Triumph: Happy Days Affordable Motorcycles Are Back Again!