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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.

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100% Podium Streak & Extends EMX250 Championship Lead in Arnhem

Aug 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Bonacorsi Maintains 100% Podium Streak & Extends EMX250 Championship Lead with Sensational Victory in Arnhem Hutten Metaal Yamaha Official EMX250’s Andrea Bonacorsi showcased his dominance in the EMX250 Championship as he charged further ahead in […]

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Impressive lights-to-flag victory in GP Sprint race Red Bull Ring

Aug 19, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Bagnaia powers his way to an impressive lights-to-flag victory in the GP Sprint race at the Red Bull Ring. P13 for Bastianini at the flag Francesco Bagnaia totally dominated the tenth Sprint race of the […]

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Great three-way battle and rare red flag at Budds Creek Motocross

Aug 19, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The Budds Creek round of the Pro Motocross series had some highs and lows in store for the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team. After a tough crash as Unadilla, RJ Hampshire was forced to […]

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Fiery fashion begining to CryptoDATA Motorrad Grand Prix von Österreich

Aug 19, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The CryptoDATA Motorrad Grand Prix von Österreich began in fiery fashion with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing contributing to a tense Sprint and Qualification agenda at the Red Bull Ring. In front of a voluminous […]

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Turn 2 crash makes Ducati unhappy at Austrian MotoGP opening day

Aug 19, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Bagnaia sets third quickest time on the opening day of practice for the Austrian GP at the Red Bull Ring. Bastianini in sixteenth Championship leader Francesco Bagnaia clocked the third quickest time on the opening […]

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2023 MotoAmerica Superbike and Supersport Championship Round 7 Pittsburgh

Aug 19, 2023 Michael Le Pard

2023 MotoAmerica Superbike and Supersport Championship Round 7 – Herrin and Forés Optimistic Following a Good First Day at PittRace Sunnyvale, Calif., August 18, 2023 — The Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC dynamic duo of […]

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Early contract extension was agreed and signed with South African MotoGP star

Aug 19, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing will again count on the skills and tenacity of Brad Binder for their MotoGP project until the end of 2026. An early contract extension was agreed and signed with the […]

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Innocuous fall fracture in Free Practice at Arnhem MXGP sidelines KTM

Aug 19, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Jeffrey Herlings will not take part in the Grand Prix of the Netherlands – round sixteen of nineteen in 2023 MXGP – after an innocuous fall in Free Practice at […]

Inspiration Friday: Motorcycle Open Houses & Factory Tours!

Inspiration Friday: Motorcycle Open Houses & Factory Tours!

Aug 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Witness passion forged in steel! Experience an incredible motorcycle weekend at Harley-Davidson, Indian Motorcycle, Triumph and Moto Guzzi with their open houses and factory tours for all riders and fan alike! Get inspired by a […]

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Riders super pumped for MotoAmerica Pittsburgh International Race Complex

Aug 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Home Round at PittRace for the Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC Team Has Herrin and Forés Sunnyvale, Calif., August 17, 2023 — MotoAmerica reconvenes in the Northeast for round seven of the 2023 championship this […]

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Second motocross crash sidelines RJ Hampshire for Budds Creek

Aug 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider RJ Hampshire will sit out this weekend’s penultimate round of the 2023 AMA Pro Motocross Championship at Budds Creek while he continues to recover from his second moto crash […]

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PRO MOTOCROSS DEBUT AT BUDDS CREEK NATIONAL

Aug 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing is pleased to welcome amateur standout Casey Cochran to its 250MX lineup for the final two rounds of the 2023 AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Making his debut pro appearance this […]

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MXGP gearing up for exciting weekend in Arnhem The Netherlands

Aug 17, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Teams Ready for Thrilling Home Grand Prix in Arnhem The Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP team is gearing up for an exciting weekend as they prepare for their home Grand Prix, the […]

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Sensational Hungarian Baja at FIA European Cup for Cross Country Baja

Aug 17, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Ventura & Brun Storm to Dominant Victory at the Hungarian Baja Quaddy Racing’s Amerigo Ventura and co-driver Mirko Brun got their FIA European Cup for Cross Country Bajas title defence back on track as they […]

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Latest offers from Triumph Motorcycles – August-September 2023

Aug 17, 2023 Michael Le Pard

GET SET TO RIDE There has never been a better time to get astride a new Triumph. Kit yourself or your new machine out with a personalization contribution or save with our competitive finance offers. […]

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