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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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From Mhamid to Assa third leg of the Africa Eco Race

Jan 5, 2024 Michael Le Pard
ASTRIDE HIS TUAREG, JACOPO CERUTTI FINISHES THIRD AND EXTREMELY CLOSE TO THE LEADERS IN ONE OF THE LONGEST STAGES OF THE RAID, MAINTAINING HIS LEADERSHIP IN THE OVERALL STANDINGS FRANCESCO MONTANARI ELEVENTH, NOW EIGHTH IN […]
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BMW Group UK 2023 Sales Growth Driven by All-Electric Model Range

Jan 5, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Every fourth BMW sold in the UK was all-electric 28,723 all-electric BMW vehicles registered in 2023 (+34 per cent) BMW reported 111,734 registrations in total (+3 per cent) MINI sales in the UK increased by […]
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First 2024 Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Arrive!

Jan 5, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Exclusive first look at the first 2024 Harley-Davidson Motorcycles to Arrive. 20 New 2024 H-D’s to tickle your taste buds at Total Motorcycle! New motorcycles from Sport, Cruiser, Adventure, Grand American Touring, and Trike categories […]
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Aprilia Tuareg Experience returns in 2024 with season of new experiences and breathtaking landscapes

Jan 4, 2024 Michael Le Pard
APRILIA, WITH THE TUAREG 660, OFFERS THE TRIP OF A LIFETIME FOR THOSE LOOKING TO EXPLORE THE WORLD OF ADVENTURE MOTORCYCLING, IN TWO AMAZING LOCATIONS NEW YORK – 3 JANUARY 2023 –  The Aprilia Tuareg Experience […]
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BMW of North America Reports Q4 2023 and Full Year 2023 US Sales Results

Jan 4, 2024 Michael Le Pard
BMW Sells 362,244 Vehicles in 2023, Setting a New Annual Record for the Brand in the U.S. Sales of BMW Electric Vehicles Nearly Triple in 2023, Now Account for 12.5% of Total Sales. Flagship 7 […]
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Impressive Form on Stage Two of Africa Eco Race

Jan 4, 2024 Michael Le Pard
Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team Continues Impressive Form on Stage Two of Africa Eco Race Following yesterday’s promising start to the 2024 Africa Eco Race, the Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team, in partnership with Riders for Health, […]
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BMW Motorrad celebrated its best year on record with +7% sales YoY

Jan 4, 2024 Michael Le Pard
BMW Motorrad.   BMW Motorrad celebrated its best year on record, with its full-year 2023 sales results up 7% over 2022.  Securing multiple best-ever quarters throughout the course of the year, the two-wheeled brand sold a […]
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Africa Eco Race delves ever deeper into the desert crossing the legendary dunes of Merzouga

Jan 4, 2024 Michael Le Pard
AFTER HIS VICTORIOUS DÉBUT IN THE OPENING LEG, JACOPO CERUTTI TAKES ANOTHER BRILLIANT WIN ON THE SECOND DAY OF THE AFRICAN RAID THE APRILIA TUAREG CONFIRMS ITS GREAT POTENTIAL ON A LONG AND TREACHEROUS SECTION, […]
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SELECT 2024 HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLES AVAILABLE NOW

Jan 3, 2024 Michael Le Pard
HARLEY-DAVIDSON REVEALS 2024 MODEL MOTORCYCLES AVAILABLE NOW AT WORLDWIDE AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIPS Additional New Models to Premier January 24 MILWAUKEE (January 2, 2024) – Harley-Davidson today revealed on H-D.com a portion of its 2024 motorcycle line […]
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Happy New Year 2024 from Total Motorcycle!

Dec 31, 2023 Michael Le Pard
Happy New Year 2024 from Total Motorcycle! To all our readers, members, social media subscribers and supporters, I want to wish you the very best for 2024 to you and your family. Thank you for […]
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Africa Eco Race Official Start Morocco January 2 2024

Dec 30, 2023 Michael Le Pard
Aprilia Tuareg at the start of the Africa Eco Race LAUNCHED LESS THAN A YEAR AGO, THE “BACK TO AFRICA” PROJECT IS ALREADY A REALITY: APRILIA IS ONCE AGAIN PROTAGONIST IN THE BIG RALLY RAIDS […]
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Yamaha Motor Establishes New Company ENYRING for Compact Electric Vehicles

Dec 29, 2023 Michael Le Pard
Yamaha Motor Establishes New Company for Battery Management in Compact Electric Vehicles ― Launch of Subscription Services Helps Reduce Environmental Impact in Europe― Yamaha Motor announced that it has established ENYRING GmbH as a new […]
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Yamaha Motor Europe N.V. (YME) announces CEO Eric de Seynes will step down

Dec 27, 2023 Michael Le Pard
Yamaha Motor Europe announces senior leadership change Yamaha Motor Europe N.V. (YME) announces that as from 1st of January 2024 Eric de Seynes will step down as President and Chief Executive Officer to join the company’s […]
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Free Documentary: Intense Showdown to MotoGP Glory

Dec 22, 2023 Michael Le Pard
“#BACK2BACKgnaia: Ducati and Pecco’s Intense Showdown to MotoGP Glory”: the exclusive documentary about the 2023 MotoGP World Championship victory available starting today on Ducati and Pecco Bagnaia’s YouTube channels The exclusive film, “#BACK2BACKgnaia: Ducati and […]
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$570000 Harley-Davidson cash contingency programs for qualified H-D racers

Dec 21, 2023 Michael Le Pard
HARLEY-DAVIDSON ANNOUNCES CONTINGENCY PROGRAMS FOR 2024 RACE SEASON More than $570,000 Available for Harley-Davidson Racers in American Flat Track and MotoAmerica Mission Foods King of the Baggers and Super Hooligan Series   MILWAUKEE (Dec. 20, […]

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