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.

Indonesian fans received their first dose of MotoGP Sprint action

Oct 14, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The start of the second ever Grand Prix at the modern Mandalika Street Circuit saw high competitiveness for Red Bull KTM Factory Racing. Brad Binder had qualified 5th and was eying a podium finish in […]

Inspiration Friday: Honda E-Clutch makes Shifting Optional!

Oct 13, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Welcome to week #263 of Inspiration Friday…Honda E-Clutch makes Shifting Optional! “As we continue to technology evolve as a species…” TMW Science Mode: OFF. As our industry moves forward we try to appeal to new […]

October Ural Demo Days Rain or Shine and Trick-or-Treat!

Oct 13, 2023 Michael Le Pard

October Ural Demo Days SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28 Rain or Shine, Trick-or-Treat! Come out to your nearest and favorite Ural dealership on October 21st or 28th for a Ural get-together and Demo Rides […]

Yellow flags and cancelled laps showcase Ducati’s MotoGP Mandalika International Circuit

Oct 13, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Francesco Bagnaia ended Day 1 of the Indonesian GP, held this weekend at the Mandalika International Circuit, in sixteenth position. Bagnaia started off well in the morning session, when the track conditions were not ideal, and […]

Ducati Corse and digital transformation company NetApp Renew Partnership

Oct 12, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Ducati Corse and NetApp Renew Partnership and Introduce Co-Engineered Data Management and Insights Solution NetApp Named Official Data Infrastructure Partner After Ducati’s Triple Crown Winning 2022 Season Bologna – October 12, 2023 – NetApp, a global […]

2023 Rallye du Maroc Morocco – Preview

Oct 12, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Toby Price and Matthias Walkner are ready to race the 2023 Rallye du Maroc. The five-stage event marks the final round of this year’s FIM World Rally-Raid Championship, in which Toby Price lies second […]

Final FIM World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC) competition – the Rallye du Maroc

Oct 12, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Luciano Benavides returns to FIM World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC) competition this week at the final race of the five-round series – the Rallye du Maroc. With three podium finishes under his belt this season, the […]

Stunning Mandalika International Circuit in Lombok Indonesia MotoGP race coming up

Oct 11, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Indonesian GP (Lombok): Bastianini is back on track alongside Bagnaia at Mandalika The Ducati Lenovo Team is ready to return to the track this weekend to tackle the fifteenth round of the 2023 MotoGP […]

Introducing Yamaha Concepts at the Japan Mobility Show 2023

Oct 11, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Introducing the Yamaha Booth at the Japan Mobility Show 2023 — Co-exhibiting with Yamaha Corporation under the theme of “Feel Life” — Yamaha Motor will participate in the Japan Mobility Show 2023 organized by the […]

Get Ready for 2024 Indian Riders Fest from July 13-16

Oct 9, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Indian Motorcycle renews partnership as headline sponsor of Indian Riders Fest 2024 ‘Back In Time’ theme including a vintage model exhibition 10th Anniversary celebration of the Indian Riders Group Limited special presale ticket prices […]

ITALIAN BIKE WEEK ALMOST 50000 VISITORS FOR THE 2023 SEASON FINALE

Oct 9, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Almost 50,000 visitors among motorcyclists, tourists and enthusiasts attended the motor festival held in Lignano Sabbiadoro (Udine-Italy) in mid-September. The event hosted more than 1,200 free demo rides over its four days, thanks to presence […]

AMA Supercross Championship and AMA Pro Motocross Championship officially united

Oct 9, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Introducing Chase Sexton, the reigning 450SX Champion and latest addition to Red Bull KTM Factory Racing ahead of the 2024 SuperMotocross World Championship (SMX) season. The 24-year-old will begin to defend his 2023 AMA Supercross […]

Massive New 2024 Suzuki Model Drop!

Oct 9, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Where do we start with so many new 2024 Suzuki models that have just launched? With the biggest 2024 Suzuki Motorcycle Guide you’ll find just for TMW readers of course! New, redesigned and returning sportbikes, […]

The Netherlands’ colors and Lucas Coenen rode for Team Belgium for first time

Oct 9, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The Husqvarna Factory Racing athletes from around the globe closed their international campaign at the prestigious Motocross of Nations, which took place in front of a packed house at the old-school circuit of Ernee in […]

Buckwheat 100 pivotal penultimate round at Grand National Cross Country GNCC

Oct 9, 2023 Michael Le Pard

A pivotal penultimate round victory was delivered by Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider Craig DeLong in the Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) Series at The Buckwheat 100, placing him at the top of the championship standings with just […]