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.

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 […]

Debut Results at 2023 FIM Motocross of Nations (MXoN) event in Ernee France

Oct 9, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing team riders RJ Hampshire and Christian Craig have helped assist Team USA to an eighth-place result on debut at the 2023 FIM Motocross of Nations (MXoN) event in Ernee, France, with Hampshire finishing sixth in the MX2 category […]

Final EnduroGP 2023 – Santiago do Cacem Portugal Results

Oct 9, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Securing his fourth consecutive EnduroGP class victory, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Josep Garcia clinched the top spot on day two of the GP of Portugal. The impressive form displayed by the KTM 250 EXC-F rider over […]

France basked in hot sunshine as Red Bull KTM Factory Racing officially closed 2023 motocross season

Oct 9, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Glory belonged to Tom Vialle and Andrea Adamo as Team France and Team Italy classified 1st and 3rd at the 76th Motocross of Nations. The steep valley setting of Ernee in northern France basked in […]

Spectacular victory in Open class at Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations in Ernee

Oct 9, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Maxime Renaux & Team France Dominate Monster Energy Motocross of Nations in France Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s Maxime Renaux thrilled the home crowd with a spectacular victory in the Open class at the Monster […]

Battling through the scorching conditions at EnduroGP 2023 – Santiago do Cacem Portugal

Oct 8, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Josep Garcia has secured the 2023 FIM Enduro1 World Championship. Battling through the scorching conditions on day one of the final round of this year’s series in Portugal, Garcia topped the overall […]

October sun sinuates Motocross of Nations YZ125 SuperFinale in Ernèe France

Oct 8, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Mancini Puts on a Masterclass to Win the YZ125 SuperFinale Italy’s Simone Mancini has taken victory in the 125 class at the YZ bLU cRU FIM Europe Cup SuperFinale after putting in a masterful display […]

Season Opener: 2023 AMA EnduroCross Championship in Everett

Oct 8, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Ryder LeBlond raced to a third-place podium finish at the first round of the 2023 AMA EnduroCross Championship in Everett, WA, with EX Pro Class teammate Colton Haaker finishing one position behind […]

Fired-up French crowd treated to two YZ bLU cRU FIM Europe Cup SuperFinale races

Oct 7, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Maymann and Gordon Do it for Denmark with YZ85 and YZ65 Victories A fired-up French crowd were treated to two out of three YZ bLU cRU FIM Europe Cup SuperFinale races at the Motocross of […]

Free Zerofit Thermal Bobble Hat with early Motorcycle Live Tickets

Oct 7, 2023 Michael Le Pard

In annual trip for thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts, Motorcycle Live in association with Bikesure Insurance, will be opening its doors at the NEC, Birmingham from 18-26 November. Here’s why you should book your tickets now… […]

Inspiration Friday: Small ICE or Electric Engine?

Oct 6, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Motorcycles are incredibly efficient and “green” already. Do we truly need to ditch small internal combustion engines? With Government regulations, WEF, DAVOS, climate change, ESG, UN Sustainable Goals or the Pope saying “The world is […]

Great speed can’t deliver at NGPC in Ridgecrest

Oct 6, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Round 8 Ridgecrest, CA October 1st, 2023 Round 8 – NGPC in Ridgecrest The eighth round of the NGPC was in Ridgecrest, CA this past weekend. This was Dare DeMartile’s second race back from an […]

Testy Muddobbers National Enduro Indiana Results

Oct 6, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Round 8 | Muddobbers Matthews, IN October 1st, 2023 The Muddobbers National Enduro The NEPG series headed to Indiana for the Muddobbers National Enduro. The racing conditions were close to perfect with mild temperatures and […]

The honor of representing Team USA on the biggest stage in international motocross

Oct 6, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing teammates RJ Hampshire and Christian Craig enter the 2023 FIM Motocross of Nations (MXoN) this weekend at Ernee, France, with the honor of representing Team USA on the biggest stage […]

Shake-up as key positions with BMW, Rolls-Royce and BMW Motorrad are being filled

Oct 5, 2023 Michael Le Pard

BMW Group fills several top management positions 05.10.2023 PRESS RELEASE +++ Various changes in top management of divisions Development and Customer, Brands, Sales, directly below Management Board level +++ Key positions with BMW, Rolls-Royce, and […]