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.

Hard-fought third place in MotoGP of Japan Sprint race at Motegi

Sep 30, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Bagnaia gets the better of Miller for a hard-fought third place in the GP of Japan Sprint race at Motegi, Pirro 19th Francesco Bagnaia fought hard with his former Ducati team-mate Jack Miller (KTM) to […]

Top 5 and Top 10 on Friday in Portugal WorldSBK

Sep 30, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Gardner and Aegerter Take Top 5 and Top 10 on Friday in Portugal Remy Gardner and Dominique Aegerter enjoyed a good Friday in Portimão, finishing fifth and 10th on combined times and showing strong speed. […]

Inspiration Friday: Texas Sized WorldSBK Inspiration

Sep 29, 2023 Michael Le Pard

There are a lot of great memories for me thinking about my home state in the USA, Texas. Big everything, wide-open freedom and incredible food/shopping. But today isn’t about me, it’s about BMW Motorrad Motorsport, […]

Bagger Racing League is Back at the Daytona International Speedway!

Sep 28, 2023 Michael Le Pard

BOARDMAN, OHIO I SEPTEMBER 26th, 2023, I BRL NEWSWIRE- The Bagger Racing League (BRL) and the American Sport Bike Racing Association (ASRA) are teaming up to bring back two, thrilling bagger racing classes to ASRA’s […]

Journey towards the FIM Awards continues and ceremony held first time in UK

Sep 28, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Ride to FIM Awards Stage Two – Matterley Basin, UK – 22 September 2023 The journey towards the FIM Awards continues, the ceremony will be held for the first time in the UK, in Liverpool […]

WorldSBK paddock is buzzing with excitement for another race weekend at iconic Rollercoaster

Sep 28, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team ready at Portimao for the eleventh round of the WorldSBK and WorldSSP 2023 season Just a few days after the Tissot Aragon Round, the WorldSBK paddock is already buzzing […]

2024 Triumph motocross bikes enters arena in blaze of pyrotechnics and fanfare

Sep 27, 2023 Michael Le Pard

NEW TRIUMPH 250CC MOTOCROSS BIKE MAKES AN ENTRANCE AT LOS ANGELES COLISEUM The new Triumph 250cc motocross bike was revealed in public for the first time at the SuperMotocross World Championship Final on Saturday, September […]

Cardo Systems Latest Update Makes Bluetooth Bridge a Live Connection

Sep 27, 2023 Michael Le Pard

CARDO SYSTEMS’ LATEST SOFTWARE UPDATE, ENSURES UNINTERRUPTED CONNECTION BETWEEN CARDO AND SENA UNITS Cardo Systems Latest Update Makes Bluetooth Bridge a “Live Connection,” Allowing Automatic and Seamless Integration of Cardo DMC and Sena Mesh […]

Ducati will have a chance to clinch the 2023 Constructors’ World Title in Japan

Sep 27, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Bagnaia and Pirro return to the track this weekend at the Mobility Resort Motegi for the Japanese GP After less than seven days from last Sunday’s Indian GP, the Ducati Lenovo Team returns to the […]

Debrief: Traditionally Tricky WorldSBK Aragon Proves Positive

Sep 27, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Dosoli Debrief: Traditionally Tricky Aragon Proves Positive The tenth round of the 2023 FIM Superbike World Championship was held at Motorland Aragon, a track that has traditionally proved tough for the Yamaha riders due to […]

Update: Evans Brasfield fellow motorcycle Editor-in-Chief rides into the sunset

Sep 27, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Evans Brasfield Accident Update: Driver caught and more details. I wanted a week to see how this story would shake out and I am glad I did as we have much more detail on the […]

24 youngsters creating memories that will last a lifetime while benefiting from advice of motocross stars

Sep 26, 2023 Michael Le Pard

24 Young Riders Enjoy Yamaha YZ bLU cRU Camp in Westerhausen The fourth annual YZ bLU cRU camp organised by Yamaha Germany was held at MC Westerhausen with 24 youngsters creating memories that will last […]

COME-FROM-BEHIND PODIUM FINISH IN WET AT MOTOAMERICA TWINS CUP NEW JERSEY MOTORSPORTS PARK

Sep 26, 2023 Michael Le Pard

APRILIA RS 660 RIDERS RODIO, LANDERS FINISH SECOND, THIRD IN 2023 MOTOAMERICA TWINS CUP STANDINGS RODIO’S COME-FROM-BEHIND PODIUM FINISH IN WET CONDITIONS SATURDAY AT NEW JERSEY MOTORSPORTS PARK UNDERMINED BY UNFORTUNATE CRASH ON SUNDAY MILLVILLE, […]

RYVID CONTINUES ANTHEM ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLE NATIONAL DEMO RIDE

Sep 26, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Next stops include Barber Vintage Festival, Electrify Expo Miami and Micromobility America. Riders are invited to test the Ryvid Anthem at each stop Ryvid – the electric mobility company on a mission to produce more […]

Top 23 youngsters across the globe race at FIM Superbike World Championship Portimão

Sep 26, 2023 Michael Le Pard

International Field set to do Battle in R3 bLU cRU European SuperFinale in Portimão The second edition of the Yamaha R3 bLU cRU European SuperFinale will see 23 riders from across the globe race at […]