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.

Silver & Bronze Medals Shine at Junior Motocross World Championship

Jul 12, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The 2023 FIM Junior Motocross World Championship in Bucharest, Romania showcased an extraordinary level of talent as Yamaha riders shone in the highly competitive 125cc category. MJC Yamaha Official EMX125’s Janis Reisulis powered his GYTR […]

Return to historic Imola circuit with the WorldSBK

Jul 11, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Munich. BMW Motorrad Motorsport is returning to historic Imola (ITA) with the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK). The seventh round of the 2023 WorldSBK season will take place at the Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari […]

MXGP Glory: Jeremy Seewer and Rick Elzinga Test Yamaha’s MORO 07 eMTB

Jul 11, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Powered by electricity and built for performance and fun, it’s like all of our mountain bike prayers have been answered. Gone are the days of all work and no play. On an eMountain Bike it’s […]

ALL-HARLEY KING OF THE BAGGERS PODIUM ON SUNDAY AT LAGUNA SECA

Jul 11, 2023 Michael Le Pard

FACTORY HARLEY-DAVIDSON RIDER KYLE WYMAN TOPS ALL-HARLEY KING OF THE BAGGERS PODIUM ON SUNDAY AT LAGUNA SECA Vance & Hines/Harley-Davidson racer Hayden Gillim wins on Saturday MILWAUKEE (July 10, 2023) – Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle […]

Laguna Seca one of the most iconic racing circuits in the world rocked by Aprilia

Jul 11, 2023 Michael Le Pard

APRILIA RS 660 RIDERS LANDERS, RODIO, VICTORIOUS AT LAGUNA SECA FOR MOTOAMERICA TWINS CUP DOUBLE HEADER RODIO RACING – POWERED BY ROBEM ENGINEERING RIDERS WIN BY LARGE MARGINS IN BOTH CONTESTS, WITH GUS RODIO RETAKING […]

Back-to-back Indian Motorcycle AFT wins at Laguna Seca

Jul 11, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Indian Motorcycle Racing Sweeps SuperHooligan at Laguna Seca, Wins American Flat Track SuperTwins at Orange County Half-Mile Indian Motorcycle Factory Rider Jeremy McWilliams Wins Back-to-Back Races, Ties Teammate & Reigning Champion Tyler O’Hara for […]

New 2024 Triumph 400cc’s: Both Affordable and Fun?

Jul 10, 2023 Michael Le Pard

In the past affordability and fun has gone hand-in-hand like USA and Canada neighbours, but recently affordability tastes more like mustard ice-cream! Triumph wants to change all and bring back the good-ol-days with their new […]

WorldSBK Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca was podium-filled celebration for Ducati

Jul 10, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Herrin and Forés Turn it on at Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca Josh Herrin and Xavi Forés bring home some glory in the Californian sunshine Sunnyvale, Calif., July 9, 2023 — Round five of the 2023 […]

HUSQVARNA-MOUNTED STARS SUCCESSFUL AT 2023 FIM JUNIOR MOTOCROSS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP

Jul 10, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The world’s fastest youth racers travelled to Romania, near Bucharest, for the annual FIM Junior Motocross World Championship. There were world titles available in three categories – 65cc, 85cc and 125cc – and Husqvarna-mounted riders […]

KTM takes first steps towards MXGP team

Jul 10, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Podium positions in two of the three categories and healthy support presence in the paddock of the 2023 FIM Junior Motocross World Championship meant that KTM emphasized their role and enthusiasm for the foundation stages […]

Imola’s returns to WorldSBK calendar as Pirelli brings the complete front range

Jul 10, 2023 Michael Le Pard

As Imola’s returns to the WorldSBK calendar, Pirelli brings the complete front range while at the rear the new development SCQ, which debuted at Misano, returns to the scene The Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino […]

Perfect Halfway Through 2023 Pro Motocross Championship at Southwick

Jul 9, 2023 Michael Le Pard

SOUTHWICK, Mass. (July 8, 2023) – The 2023 Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, reached its halfway point on Saturday with its annual foray to the motocross hotbed of New England. The 42nd running of […]

Everything about Southwick Motocross is tough with sand, heat and humidity

Jul 9, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Everything about Southwick is tough, with the sand, heat and humidity…and the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team, who were ready to take on the roughest track on the AMA Pro Motocross series. 250 […]

Calculated ride to take maiden Pro Motocross race win at Southwick

Jul 9, 2023 Michael Le Pard

SOUTHWICK, Mass. – Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Tom Vialle raced his way to the top step of the 250MX podium at Round 6 of the 2023 Pro Motocross Championship in the sands of Southwick today, […]

2023 Pro Motocross Championship Set for Season Premiere

Jul 8, 2023 Michael Le Pard

2023 Pro Motocross Championship Set for Season Premiere on NBC with Historic Coverage of Opening Motos at Southwick National Complete Coverage of Round 6 Featured Domestically on Peacock and Internationally with SuperMotocross Video Pass STAMFORD, Conn. […]