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.

Mixed fortunes for Ducati as MotoAmerica made its only California stop

Jul 8, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Sunnyvale, Calif., July 7, 2023 — Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC duo Josh Herrin and Xavi Forés enjoyed mixed fortunes as MotoAmerica made its only California stop on the 2023 tour. It was a positive […]

Enter the Metaverse with BMW Motorrad MetaRide

Jul 8, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Munich. The new BMW CE 02 represents a new way of accessing the world of BMW Motorrad, because it is electric, appeals in particular to young people and is neither an e-motorcycle nor an e-scooter – […]

Inspiration Friday: Celebrating Big Yamaha Milestones

Jul 7, 2023 Michael Le Pard

I love America’s Top Google search trends for today “National Fried Chicken Day” with Taylor Swift and Britney Spears while Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant isn’t even close. Welcome to the crazy world of Total Motorcycle’s […]

FIM MX2 Motocross World Championship leader Andrea Adamo signed multi-year extension

Jul 7, 2023 Michael Le Pard

FIM MX2 Motocross World Championship leader, Andrea Adamo, has signed a multi-year extension to his current contract with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing. The 19-year-old came into the official set-up for 2023 and as the […]

Cooper Webb & KTM part ways immediately after 5 years

Jul 7, 2023 Michael Le Pard

MURRIETA, Calif. – Red Bull KTM Factory Racing would like to thank Cooper Webb for his achievements, commitment and determination following a highly-successful five seasons together. At this time, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing and the […]

BMW Motorrad Second-quarter 2023: 64936 motorcycles sales

Jul 7, 2023 Michael Le Pard

BMW Motorrad: Second-quarter 2023 sales confirm high customer demand BMW Motorrad delivered a total of 64,936 motorcycles to customers between April and June of its 2023 centenary year (+8.0%). Building on the previous all-time high […]

Many famous racing venues in the United States but few hold aura of Laguna Seca

Jul 6, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Ducati’s Dynamic Duo Heads to the Happy Hunting Ground of Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca Sunnyvale, Calif., July 5, 2023 — There are many famous racing venues in the United States but few hold the aura of […]

WIRE-TO-WIRE AND BAR-TO-BAR WIN FOR INDIAN MOTORCYCLE RACING AT WEST VIRGINIA HALF-MILE

Jul 6, 2023 Michael Le Pard

WIRE-TO-WIRE WIN FOR INDIAN MOTORCYCLE RACING AND JARED MEES AT WEST VIRGINIA HALF-MILE Reigning SuperTwins Champion Continues the Push for His Ninth-Career Grand National Championship MINNEAPOLIS (July 5, 2023) – In what proved to […]

Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride 2023 Wrap-up Results

Jul 6, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Thank you to everyone who supported this year’s Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride to raise funds and awareness for men’s health. As fundraising for this year comes to a close, we are pleased to announce that over […]

MV AGUSTA RETURNS TO THE CATHEDRAL OF SPEED TABAC Classic GP Assen

Jul 6, 2023 Michael Le Pard

MV Agusta joins the TABAC Classic GP Assen in an event partnership which marks the return of the Italian motorcycle brand from Schiranna to the ‘Cathedral of Speed’, where it took no less than 35 […]

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Articles by Michael Le Pard

Mixed fortunes for Ducati as MotoAmerica made its only California stop

Enter the Metaverse with BMW Motorrad MetaRide

Inspiration Friday: Celebrating Big Yamaha Milestones

FIM MX2 Motocross World Championship leader Andrea Adamo signed multi-year extension

Cooper Webb & KTM part ways immediately after 5 years

BMW Motorrad Second-quarter 2023: 64936 motorcycles sales

Many famous racing venues in the United States but few hold aura of Laguna Seca

WIRE-TO-WIRE AND BAR-TO-BAR WIN FOR INDIAN MOTORCYCLE RACING AT WEST VIRGINIA HALF-MILE

Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride 2023 Wrap-up Results

MV AGUSTA RETURNS TO THE CATHEDRAL OF SPEED TABAC Classic GP Assen

Two-wheeled brand celebrating another best-ever quarter with 20% sales increase

Passionate fans were out in force at WorldSBK Donington

APRILIA GRANDSTAND IS BACK FOR MOTOGP

Innovative Husqvarna Motorcycle All-Distance Power Running Shoes

Happy 4th of July & Harley-Davidson Surprise!

New Retro Redux: 2026 Suzuki GSX-8T and GSX-8TT motorcycles!