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.

Momentum to The Ridge as 2023 MotoAmerica Championship Nears the Halfway Point

Jun 22, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Josh Herrin and Xavi Forés Carry Momentum to The Ridge as the 2023 MotoAmerica Championship Nears the Halfway Point Sunnyvale, Calif., June 21, 2023 — Round four of the 2023 MotoAmerica Superbike and Supersport Championships […]

TT Circuit Assen: Last MotoGP Grand Prix before the summer break

Jun 21, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Bagnaia and Bastianini arrive in the Netherlands at the TT Circuit Assen to tackle the last Grand Prix before the summer break After the back-to-back races in Italy and Germany, Francesco Bagnaia and Enea Bastianini […]

HARLEY-DAVIDSON LAUNCHES H-D MEMBERSHIP

Jun 21, 2023 Michael Le Pard

HARLEY-DAVIDSON LAUNCHES H-D MEMBERSHIP, A NEW INDUSTRY-LEADING COMMUNITY PLATFORM AND MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM The new program enables all motorcycle riders and moto-culture fans to connect, engage and ride with one another, while enjoying personalized benefits, rewards […]

Reigning SuperTwins Champion Continues Gaining Momentum

Jun 21, 2023 Michael Le Pard

MINNEAPOLIS (June 20, 2023) – In a thrilling Father’s Day weekend at the DuQuoin Mile in DuQuoin, Illinois, Indian Motorcycle Racing and reigning SuperTwins Champion Jared Mees secured their third-consecutive win of the 2023 American […]

Second Annual Inclusion & Diversity Report Illustrating Honda’s Commitment to Ongoing Progress

Jun 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

June 20, 2023 — TORRANCE, Calif. and MARYSVILLE, Ohio As part of Honda’s efforts to promote equality in its workforce and society, the company today released its second annual Inclusion & Diversity Report: “Inclusion: Together, We […]

Hub berlin and the Tech Open Air Festival Yamaha Exhibits

Jun 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Motor and Yamaha to Jointly Exhibit at Two of Europe’s Largest Tech Events — Will display experiential installation that reproduces the Kando pursued by both Yamahas through science and art — Yamaha Motor and […]

2024 BMW M1000XR Prototype Revealed & 2024 BMW’s!

Jun 19, 2023 Michael Le Pard

New concept, prototype and spy shots are always exciting to be the first see first hand not only what could be coming but also what changes are coming! The new 2024 BMW M1000XR Prototype has […]

German GP Sachsenring taking the win by a fraction at the flag

Jun 19, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Bagnaia and Martin go head-to-head in the German GP at the Sachsenring, with the Spaniard taking the win by a fraction at the flag. A solid eighth place for Bastianini For the first time ever […]

Stunning performance from all five Honda riders at 24H SPA EWC Motos

Jun 19, 2023 Michael Le Pard

https://d3dup97zc5osq9.cloudfront.net/production/57470/conversions/00056965-Fim-Ewc-24-h-Spa-2023-Race–wp_large.webp F.C.C. TSR Honda France clinched a second podium at the Belgium track, and after the win in the Le Mans season opener, the Honda #1 is determined to fight to renew the championship title. […]

Many little mistakes costs podium at EWC 24 Heures Spa Motos

Jun 19, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Press Release – YOSHIMURA SERT MOTUL TAKES VITAL POINTS FROM SPA June 19th, 2023. YOSHIMURA SERT MOTUL TAKES VITAL POINTS FROM 24-HOUR RACE AT SPA The Spa-Francorchamps Circuit is spectacular at night Yoshimura SERT Motul […]

GERMAN MOTOGP GRAND PRIX TOP SIX AT SACHSENRING

Jun 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing sought to send their MotoGP opposition into a spin through the ceaseless corners of the Sachsenring as Jack Miller and Brad Binder aimed for podium presence at the Motorrad Grand […]

Incredible performance at 24H Spa EWC Motos to claim stunning victory

Jun 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Yamalube YART Yamaha Storm to Sensational Spa Victory The Yamalube YART Yamaha EWC Official Team produced an incredible performance at the 24H Spa EWC Motos to claim a stunning victory in Belgium and take the […]

24H SPA EWC Motos: Another podium for BMW Motorrad

Jun 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Spa-Francorchamps. The tension within the BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team finally evaporated after 24 intensive hours of racing at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps (BEL); Markus Reiterberger (GER), Ilya Mikhalchik (UKR) and Jérémy Guarnoni (FRA) again finished […]

Captivated capacity crowd in #GermanGP loved speed spectacle

Jun 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

MotoGP drifted north from the speed, sun and spectacle of Mugello to the history, technicality and intensity of the Sachsenring for round seven of twenty. For the Liqui Moly Husqvarna Intact GP team their home […]

DANI PEDROSA TO RETURN TO 2023 MOTOGP GRID WITH WILDCARD

Jun 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The Red Bull KTM Factory Racing team will again welcome the #26 KTM RC16 into play. MotoGP Legend Dani Pedrosa will follow-up his popular wildcard appearance and 7th place finish in Jerez, Spain earlier this […]