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.

Harley-Davidson will compete in 2024 MotoAmerica Mission King of the Baggers roadracing series

Oct 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

HARLEY-DAVIDSON FACTORY TEAM ANNOUNCED FOR 2024 MOTOAMERICA MISSON KING OF THE BAGGERS RACING SERIES MILWAUKEE (Oct. 18, 2023) – The Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® factory racing team will compete in the 2024 MotoAmerica Mission King […]

Series finale for AMA National Grand Prix Championship (NGPC) at Havasu Island MX Park

Oct 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

October 17, 2023 — LAKE HAVASU CITY, Arizona The former motocrosser caps off successful debut season in off-road racing This is the third time that SLR Honda has taken the NGPC series’ Pro II crown This […]

Jo Shimoda to Race for Team Honda HRC

Oct 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

October 18, 2023 — TORRANCE, Calif. First Japanese rider to score wins in AMA SX, MX, SMX Will be teamed with Jett Lawrence, Hunter Lawrence, Chance Hymas Team Honda HRC announced today that Jo Shimoda […]

Incredible Ducati comeback from thirteenth on the grid to win MotoGP

Oct 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Less than seven days after Pecco Bagnaia’s win in the last Indonesian GP following an incredible comeback from thirteenth on the grid, the Ducati Lenovo Team returns to the track this weekend at Phillip Island, […]

Hard-fought runner-up result at Rallye du Maroc for Argentinian

Oct 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Luciano Benavides has won the 2023 FIM World Rally-Raid Championship at the final round of the series in Morocco. The FR 450 Rally mounted rider secured the title with a hard-fought runner-up […]

Motorcycle Live NEC Advance Ticket Deals

Oct 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

🚨 ONE MONTH WARNING 🚨 From 18-26 November, two-wheel novices and experienced riders will be treated to the very best of biking under one roof at the NEC, Birmingham. Whether you want to see the latest bikes, […]

Most beautiful yet difficult Rallye du Maroc stage yet

Oct 17, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Luciano Benavides has stormed to victory on stage four of the Rallye du Maroc. Setting off as the sixth rider into today’s timed special, Benavides pushed from the start and was fastest […]

Australian leads the overall standings in 2023 Rallye du Maroc

Oct 17, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Toby Price has placed third on the fourth and penultimate stage of the Rallye du Maroc. With one stage left to race, the Australian leads the overall standings with an […]

2023 EnduroGP Championship Winner Interview

Oct 17, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Steve Holcombe secured the Enduro GP and Enduro2 Championship at the last round of the EnduroGP in Portugal. His speed and consistency over the course of the season was the formula that earned Holcombe the […]

Final 2023 AMA National Grand Prix Championship (NGPC) Pro Class standings

Oct 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider Austin Walton has claimed third place in the final 2023 AMA National Grand Prix Championship (NGPC) Pro Class standings, with an eighth-place finish at the final round of the […]

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Welcome brand new AMA Supercross and Motocross racer – 2023 450SX Champion

Oct 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

KTM swung open the doors to their Motorsports HQ this week and welcomed brand new AMA Supercross and Motocross racer – 2023 450SX Champion – Chase Sexton, for the 24-year-old’s first visit and look around […]

New 2024 SuperMotocross World Championship (SMX) season rider for Husqvarna

Oct 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing has welcomed Guillem Farres for the 2024 SuperMotocross World Championship (SMX) season, joining RJ Hampshire and rookie Casey Cochran within the three-rider 250 Class program. The 20-year-old Spaniard will […]