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.

Yamaha Restructures Operations in strategic move to build strong future foundation

Oct 5, 2023 Michael Le Pard

In a strategic move to build a strong foundation for the future, Yamaha Motor Europe announces the restructuring of its operations in the FIM Motocross World Championship for the 2024 season and beyond. Starting in […]

Dosoli Debrief: Rollercoaster of Emotions in Portimão

Oct 5, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Round 11 of the 2023 FIM Superbike World Championship took place in Portugal’s glorious late summer sunshine. The Autodromo do Algarve’s spectacular ‘rollercoaster style’ layout suits many of Yamaha’s riders and plenty of success was […]

Motorcycle enthusiast take top job at BMW Motorrad

Oct 5, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Personnel change at the top of BMW Motorrad. 05.10.2023 PRESS RELEASE Markus Flasch takes over the position as Head of BMW Motorrad. He succeeds Markus Schramm, who led BMW Motorrad to the top position in the […]

Transcends the conventional with the new Cardo Mach V Commander motorcycle helmet

Oct 4, 2023 Michael Le Pard

CARDO SYSTEMS AND 509 TRANSFORM MOTORCYCLE HELMETS WITH FULLY INTEGRATED COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY Mach V Commander: A Revolutionary Motorcycle Helmet for Seamless Communication and Unmatched Safety on the Open Road Plano, TX October 3, […]

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing announce contract extension with Toby Price for 2024 Dakar Rally

Oct 4, 2023 Michael Le Pard

TOBY PRICE COMMITS TO 2024 DAKAR RALLY WITH RED BULL KTM Rally Announcement Red Bull KTM Factory Racing are pleased to announce a contract extension with Toby Price that will see the Australian compete in the 2024 […]

Husqvarna Motorcycles refreshes 2024 Moto3 and Moto2

Oct 4, 2023 Michael Le Pard

2024 will see Husqvarna Motorcycles comb the Moto3 and Moto2 classes for more wins, podiums and points with a comprehensive rider roster for the planned 22-race schedule. In the wake of an impressive debut season […]

Buzz is building for upcoming 2023 YZ bLU cRU FIM Europe Cup SuperFinale

Oct 4, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Buzz Builds as 115 Young YZ Stars Set Sights on YZ bLU cRU FIM Europe Cup SuperFinale at MXoN in France As an exciting season of national-level racing draws to a close, the buzz is […]

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing takes Casey Cochran into professional full-time in 2024

Oct 4, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing will take Casey Cochran into the professional ranks full-time in 2024, scheduled to contest the SuperMotocross World Championship (SMX) onboard the FC 250. Cochran, 17, has enjoyed an outstanding final […]

BMW Motorcycle Sales up 8% in Canada lead by R1250GSA and S1000RR

Oct 4, 2023 Michael Le Pard

BMW Motorrad. BMW Motorrad’s broad product range continues to impress both street bikers and off-road enthusiasts alike, helping the brand increase sales in Canada by more than 8% year-to-date compared to the same period in […]

New 2024 Kawasaki’s: Legendary Z Domination

Oct 2, 2023 Michael Le Pard

“Z” is the new letter for Victory with the new 2024 Kawasaki’s: Legendary Z Domination line of new Ninja ZX’s, Z900’s, Z900SE’s, Z400’s and never before seen 2024 Kawasaki Ninja e1 and 2024 Kawasaki Z […]

Applying Immense pressure results in season-best for Austin Walton at AMA National Grand Prix Championship

Oct 2, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider Austin Walton continues his charge toward the front of the 2023 AMA National Grand Prix Championship (NGPC) Pro Class field, after earning second place at the eighth round of the season in Ridgecrest, California, as teammate Dalton Shirey […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Restructures Operations in strategic move to build strong future foundation

Dosoli Debrief: Rollercoaster of Emotions in Portimão

Motorcycle enthusiast take top job at BMW Motorrad

Transcends the conventional with the new Cardo Mach V Commander motorcycle helmet

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing announce contract extension with Toby Price for 2024 Dakar Rally

Husqvarna Motorcycles refreshes 2024 Moto3 and Moto2

Buzz is building for upcoming 2023 YZ bLU cRU FIM Europe Cup SuperFinale

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing takes Casey Cochran into professional full-time in 2024

BMW Motorcycle Sales up 8% in Canada lead by R1250GSA and S1000RR

New 2024 Kawasaki’s: Legendary Z Domination

Applying Immense pressure results in season-best for Austin Walton at AMA National Grand Prix Championship

Muddy Muddobbers National Enduro in Matthews Mystifies Motocrossers

Third consecutive Canadian Superbike Championship on a BMW M1000RR

Legendary weekend at Portimão for Aruba.it Racing and Ducati WorldSSP

Double EnduroGP class victory at penultimate round of 2023 FIM EnduroGP World Championship Portugal

New 2026 Triumph Motorcycles Tackle the Toughest Terrain!