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.

IAA Mobility 2023 international motor show Munich

Aug 23, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Munich. At the IAA Mobility 2023 international motor show in Munich, the BMW Group will be presenting the most recent highlights of its ongoing transformation in the key action areas of electrification, digitalisation and circularity. The […]

Close hard racing defined MotoAmerica Twins Cup at PittRace

Aug 22, 2023 Michael Le Pard

APRILIA RS 660 RIDERS LANDERS, RODIO WIN MOTOAMERICA TWINS CUP RACES SATURDAY AND SUNDAY AT PITTSBURGH INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY COMPLEX RODIO RACING – POWERED BY ROBEM ENGINEERING DUO NOW FIRST, THIRD IN CLASS STANDINGS WITH ONE […]

MotoAmerica’s Superbike Race weekend Pittsburgh International Race Complex Wampum Results

Aug 22, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Woodcliff Lake, NJ – Aug. 21, 2023…Round 7 of 9 of MotoAmerica’s Superbike Race weekends took place at the newly configured 2.78-mile Pittsburgh International Race Complex in Wampum, PA. The Steel Commander Stock 1000 riders […]

All-new 2024 Husqvarna Enduro and Motorcycle Models Launch!

Aug 21, 2023 Michael Le Pard

20 all-new 2024 Husqvarna enduro and motorcycle models launched this week to dominate the competition setting a new standard of riding off-road; plus returning FS450 Supermoto, EE5 and EE3 bikes! The 2024 Husqvarna Enduro line […]

Breaking News: President and CEO of Piaggio passed away last night

Aug 21, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Press release – Roberto Colaninno passed away Mantua, 19 August 2023 – Omniaholding SpA announces that the Cavaliere del Lavoro Roberto Colaninno, President of Immsi SpA (IMS.MI), President and CEO of Piaggio & CSpA (PIA.MI), passed […]

2023 AMA Extreme Off-Road Grand Championship Results TKO Final Knockout

Aug 21, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The 13th annual Tennessee Knockout (TKO) marked a successful outing for Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing, with Ryder LeBlond finishing sixth and Colton Haaker claiming 12th in what was once again the AMA Extreme Off-Road […]

Josh Herrin and Xavi Forés fighting at the pointy end in both categories

Aug 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Josh Herrin and Xavi Forés on the Podium at PittRace Sunnyvale, Calif., August 20 2023 — The seventh round of the 2023 MotoAmerica Superbike and Supersport Championship, held at the stunning 2.8-mile Pittsburgh International Race Complex, […]

Memorable day at sun-splashed CryptoDATA Motorrad Grand Prix von Österreich

Aug 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing gave their home fans a memorable day at a sun-splashed CryptoDATA Motorrad Grand Prix von Österreich as Brad Binder took his KTM RC16 to runner-up status at a stacked Red […]

Bounce back after turbulent times for KTM in The Netherlands

Aug 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing squad jumped back into competition with two of their stars, Lucas Coenen and Roan van de Moosdijk, today. The Grand Prix of The Netherlands provided the team with an opportunity […]

Thrilling conclusion to busy MXGP of the Netherlands in Arnhem

Aug 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing stood on top of the MX2 podium for the fourth occasion this season as Liam Everts claimed P1 for the second time in his career after a thrilling conclusion to […]

Masterclass performance to seal another lights-to-flag victory at Red Bull Ring

Aug 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Austrian GP: Bagnaia produces a masterclass performance to seal another lights-to-flag victory at the Red Bull Ring. Bastianini finishes tenth Francesco Bagnaia annihilated the opposition with another superlative victory in the Austrian GP at the […]

Grueling test of skill and endurance in Dramatic Dutch MXGP Showdown

Aug 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Seewer & Coldenhoff Finish Third & Fourth in Dramatic Dutch Grand Prix Showdown Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s Jeremy Seewer powered his YZ450FM to a thrilling podium finish at the 16th round of the FIM […]

Awe Inspiring MXGP Performance in Arnhem

Aug 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Geerts Finishes Fourth after Awe Inspiring Performance in Arnhem Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2’s Jago Geerts made an inspiring return from injury to finish fourth at the 16th round of the FIM MX2 World Championship […]

Husqvarna Motorcycles is firmly in play for 2023 Moto3 world title

Aug 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

MotoGP™ exchanged the flat, flowing and exposed scope of Silverstone in the UK for the wonderfully scenic mountain wind of the Red Bull Ring for the CryptoDATA Motorrad Grand Prix von Österreichto bring the 2023 […]

How to shake and pop campaign and celebrate properly in the USA

Aug 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

MECHANICSVILLE, Md. – Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Aaron Plessinger claimed second overall in the 450MX Class during Round 10 of the 2023 AMA Pro Motocross Championship at Budds Creek, with 250MX contender Tom Vialle finishing fifth and newcomer Julien Beaumer racing […]