Articles by Michael Le Pard

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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.

Extensive and challenging stage seven of 2024 Dakar Rally Results

Jan 14, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Luciano Benavides, thoroughly rejuvenated following the rest day, battled through the extensive and challenging stage seven of the 2024 Dakar Rally to secure the second-fastest time. Maintaining his eighth-place position in the provisional overall rankings, […]

Tough and physically demanding 7th stage at 2024 Dakar Rally

Jan 14, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Kevin Benavides has finished third on a tough and physically demanding seventh stage at the 2024 Dakar Rally. The KTM 450 RALLY racer now lies fifth overall in the provisional standings. Also […]

Dominant Stage Win on Day 11 of Africa Eco Race

Jan 14, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Pol Tarrés Charges to Dominant Stage Win on Day 11 of Africa Eco Race Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team’s Pol Tarrés has won stage 11 of the Africa Eco Race in convincing fashion to secure his […]

Jacopo Cerutti and Aprilia Tuareg wins Africa Eco Race

Jan 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

LEADING FROM DAY ONE, JACOPO CERUTTI ARRIVES AS OVERALL WINNER AT THE FINAL FINISH OF THE AFRICA ECO RACE, TOMORROW THE TRIUMPHAL PARADE IN DAKAR AT HIS FIRST PARTICIPATION IN A MAJOR AFRICAN RALLY, APRILIA […]

Toughest Dakar Rallys to date with 4200km of riding and 2400 racers

Jan 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

With week one of the 46th Dakar Rally completed in Saudi Arabia, Husqvarna Factory Racing now look ahead to the second half of the 2024 event. Luciano Benavides has delivered solid, consistent performances throughout the […]

Well-deserved 2024 Dakar Rally rest day after week of demanding and intense Saudi Arabia racing

Jan 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing have enjoyed a well-deserved rest day at the 2024 Dakar Rally after a week of demanding and intense racing in Saudi Arabia. With six grueling stages remaining, Toby Price is currently fifth […]

Ultra-demanding 2024 Dakar Rally – Stage 6 Provisional

Jan 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Luciano Benavides has safely arrived at the bivouac in Shubaytah, where he has reunited with the team following the 48-hour chrono stage. After claiming sixth overall in the ultra-demanding, 626-kilometre timed special, […]

Stage nine 2024 Africa Eco Race certainly a technical test for all competitors

Jan 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team’s Strong Results Continue At 2024 Africa Eco Race Continuing to fight for overall victory at the 2024 Africa Eco Race, Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team’s Alessandro Botturi placed third on stage […]

TWO-DAY DAKAR RALLY MARATHON STAGE – Stage 6

Jan 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Toby Price has finished the massively challenging 48-hour chrono stage at the Dakar Rally in an impressive second place. Kevin Benavides also put in a strong ride across the dunes to place seventh. Now, […]

2024 Yamaha YZ bLU cRU Europe Cup Proves Popular with Bumper Entry

Jan 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The 2024 Yamaha YZ bLU cRU Europe Cup Proves Popular with Bumper Entry Registration remains open for the 2024 Yamaha YZ bLU cRU FIM Europe Cup, and a bumper entry of 500 riders have so […]

Start of 626-kilometre timed special that Dakar Riders are given two days to complete

Jan 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Factory Racing star Luciano Benavides has completed the first half of the new 48-hour chrono stage as fifth-fastest. Covering 513 out of a possible 626 kilometres of the timed special, the FR 450 Rally […]

MIDWAY POINT OF 48-HOUR CHRONO STAGE SIX AT 2024 DAKAR RALLY

Jan 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Toby Price and Kevin Benavides have successfully completed the first leg of the 48-hour chrono stage at the 2024 Dakar Rally. Covering 513 kilometers of the 626-kilometer timed special, Price provisionally lies in third […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

Extensive and challenging stage seven of 2024 Dakar Rally Results

Tough and physically demanding 7th stage at 2024 Dakar Rally

Dominant Stage Win on Day 11 of Africa Eco Race

Jacopo Cerutti and Aprilia Tuareg wins Africa Eco Race

Toughest Dakar Rallys to date with 4200km of riding and 2400 racers

Well-deserved 2024 Dakar Rally rest day after week of demanding and intense Saudi Arabia racing

Ultra-demanding 2024 Dakar Rally – Stage 6 Provisional

Stage nine 2024 Africa Eco Race certainly a technical test for all competitors

TWO-DAY DAKAR RALLY MARATHON STAGE – Stage 6

2024 Yamaha YZ bLU cRU Europe Cup Proves Popular with Bumper Entry

Start of 626-kilometre timed special that Dakar Riders are given two days to complete

MIDWAY POINT OF 48-HOUR CHRONO STAGE SIX AT 2024 DAKAR RALLY

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