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.

Best possible start for Ducati team thanks to one-two from Alvaro Bautista and Michael Rinaldi

Sep 22, 2023 Michael Le Pard

A 1-2 for Aruba.it Racing – Ducati on Friday at Aragon with Bautista in P1 and Rinaldi in P2. Bulega dominates free practice in WorldSSP Friday of Tissot Aragon Round gets off to the best […]

Sinuous WorldSBK mountain circuit proved itself a “hard nut to crack” once again

Sep 22, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Frustrating Friday for Pata Yamaha Prometeon WorldSBK in Aragon Toprak Razgatlıoğlu and Andrea Locatelli ended Friday Free Practice seventh and 10th overall in the combined timesheets at MotorLand Aragon in Spain today. The sinuous mountain […]

Inaugural Grand Prix of India at Buddh International Circuit New Delhi

Sep 22, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Bagnaia goes through into tomorrow’s Q2 qualifying with seventh quickest time in free practice for the GP of India. P22 for Pirro The first day of free practice for the inaugural Grand Prix of India […]

Strong return to action at WorldSBK Motorland Aragon

Sep 22, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Consistent Opening Day for Aegerter and Gardner in Aragon Dominique Aegerter and Remy Gardner returned to action on 22nd September at Motorland Aragon, showing consistent speed to finish ninth and 12th on combined times. The […]

Inspiration Friday: 100 YEARS OF “MAKE LIFE A RIDE”

Sep 22, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Motorcyclists know that just owning a motorcycle can be inspiring, riding it, meeting other riders and joining a worldwide family, now that’s making “Life a Ride.” Join us for week #260 of Inspiration Friday: 100 […]

250 World All-Stars Lineup at SuperMotocross World Championship Final in Los Angeles

Sep 22, 2023 Michael Le Pard

ELLENTON, Fla. // MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (September 21, 2023) – As the sport of off-road motorcycle racing prepares for a historic full-circle moment with the highly anticipated and climactic return to the iconic Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, the SuperMotocross […]

KTM announces off-road motorcycle engineer Andreas Hölzl now leader of all KTM AG Rally Teams

Sep 22, 2023 Michael Le Pard

KTM AG is pleased to announce that experienced off-road motorcycle engineer Andreas Hölzl will take over the leadership of all KTM AG Rally Teams with immediate effect having previously held the role of Husqvarna Factory […]

New impetus to BMW Motorrad Design as Alexander Buckan takes over

Sep 22, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Munich. Alexander Buckan will take over from Edgar Heinrich as the new head of BMW Motorrad Design, effective 1 January 2024. Buckan will be responsible for the design of all BMW Group two-wheeled vehicles, rider’s equipment […]

Revved Up & Ready for MXGP Grand Finale in Great Britain

Sep 21, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP and MX2 teams are all set for the 19th and final round of the FIM Motocross World Championship, which will take place this weekend at the spectacular Matterley Basin […]

WorldSBK paddock preparing to join “double-header” after Australia and Indonesia

Sep 21, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Motorland Aragon to host the tenth round of the 2023 WorldSBK and WorldSSP season. The WorldSBK paddock is preparing to join the second “double-header” of the season after Australia and Indonesia. The Tissot Aragon Round, infact, will kick […]

Beta Motorcycles Demo Program Schedule Released

Sep 21, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Demo Program Schedule Released Beta Motorcycles has released its preliminary Demo Program schedule for the 2024 Models (more dates to come as events are added). These demo events are hosted by Beta dealers. Find the dealership and […]

Fall Riding Season Special – URAL special offers

Sep 21, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Now through October 15th a very special promo from us to you! Save up to $2,850 in combinable incentives Instant $1,000 Savings: On new 2022 and 2023 Urals. Let’s go! Trade In Rebate up to […]

New BMW plans for FIM Superbike World Championship 2024 (WorldSBK) are continuing to take shape

Sep 21, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Munich. Plans for the FIM Superbike World Championship 2024 (WorldSBK) are continuing to take shape for BMW Motorrad Motorsport. A new allocation for the four BMW Motorrad factory riders in the two BMW teams is […]

Final stretch of 2023 FIM Superbike World Championship gains momentum

Sep 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Aragon Awaits Pata Yamaha Prometeon WorldSBK for Round 10 Toprak Razgatlıoğlu, Andrea Locatelli and Pata Yamaha Prometeon WorldSBK head to the Spanish mountains as the final stretch of the 2023 FIM Superbike World Championship gains […]

Return to action at Motorland Aragon for 2023 FIM World Superbike Championship this weekend

Sep 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Round 10 Rolls Around for GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team Dominique Aegerter and Remy Gardner will return to action at Motorland Aragon for the tenth round of the 2023 FIM World Superbike Championship this weekend […]