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.

Ducati will have a chance to clinch the 2023 Constructors’ World Title in Japan

Sep 27, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Bagnaia and Pirro return to the track this weekend at the Mobility Resort Motegi for the Japanese GP After less than seven days from last Sunday’s Indian GP, the Ducati Lenovo Team returns to the […]

Debrief: Traditionally Tricky WorldSBK Aragon Proves Positive

Sep 27, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Dosoli Debrief: Traditionally Tricky Aragon Proves Positive The tenth round of the 2023 FIM Superbike World Championship was held at Motorland Aragon, a track that has traditionally proved tough for the Yamaha riders due to […]

Update: Evans Brasfield fellow motorcycle Editor-in-Chief rides into the sunset

Sep 27, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Evans Brasfield Accident Update: Driver caught and more details. I wanted a week to see how this story would shake out and I am glad I did as we have much more detail on the […]

24 youngsters creating memories that will last a lifetime while benefiting from advice of motocross stars

Sep 26, 2023 Michael Le Pard

24 Young Riders Enjoy Yamaha YZ bLU cRU Camp in Westerhausen The fourth annual YZ bLU cRU camp organised by Yamaha Germany was held at MC Westerhausen with 24 youngsters creating memories that will last […]

COME-FROM-BEHIND PODIUM FINISH IN WET AT MOTOAMERICA TWINS CUP NEW JERSEY MOTORSPORTS PARK

Sep 26, 2023 Michael Le Pard

APRILIA RS 660 RIDERS RODIO, LANDERS FINISH SECOND, THIRD IN 2023 MOTOAMERICA TWINS CUP STANDINGS RODIO’S COME-FROM-BEHIND PODIUM FINISH IN WET CONDITIONS SATURDAY AT NEW JERSEY MOTORSPORTS PARK UNDERMINED BY UNFORTUNATE CRASH ON SUNDAY MILLVILLE, […]

RYVID CONTINUES ANTHEM ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLE NATIONAL DEMO RIDE

Sep 26, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Next stops include Barber Vintage Festival, Electrify Expo Miami and Micromobility America. Riders are invited to test the Ryvid Anthem at each stop Ryvid – the electric mobility company on a mission to produce more […]

Top 23 youngsters across the globe race at FIM Superbike World Championship Portimão

Sep 26, 2023 Michael Le Pard

International Field set to do Battle in R3 bLU cRU European SuperFinale in Portimão The second edition of the Yamaha R3 bLU cRU European SuperFinale will see 23 riders from across the globe race at […]

HARLEY-DAVIDSON RIDER WINS KING OF THE BAGGERS RACE AT NEW JERSEY MOTORSPORTS PARK

Sep 26, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Vance & Hines/Harley-Davidson racer Hayden Gillim Wins Saturday Race and Crowned King of the Baggers Series Champion MILWAUKEE (September 24, 2023) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® factory rider Kyle Wyman scored his seventh win of […]

2024 BMW: New Premium Mid-range Touring Enduros

Sep 25, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Over stones and gravel, through wind and water, into deep ditches over the and highest hills… Enhanced features for off-road, touring and adventure riding, the new 2024 BMW F900GS, F900GS Adventure and F800GS offer pure […]

Piaggio Group offering €250.0 million in aggregate principal amount of senior notes due 2030

Sep 25, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Milan, 25 September 2023 – Piaggio & C S.p.A. (the “Issuer”) hereby announces that it launched an offering (the “Offering”) of €250.0 million in aggregate principal amount of senior notes due 2030 (the “Notes”). The proceeds of […]

WorldSBK circus moves to Portugal despite being completely resurfaced in 2020 is very poor in grip

Sep 25, 2023 Michael Le Pard

In the penultimate round of the FIM Superbike World Championship, Pirelli brings the complete front range while for the rear it relies on more resistant solutions Now the excting Aragón round is over, […]

MXGP’s Jeremy Seewer collected seventh piece of podium silverware at final round of FIM Motocross World Championship

Sep 24, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Seewer Ends 2023 on Second Step as Yamaha Successfully Defends Manufacturer’s World Title Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s Jeremy Seewer collected his seventh piece of podium silverware at the 19th and final round of the […]

Honestly one of the best races in my life says MXGP Andrea Locatelli

Sep 24, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Pata Yamaha Prometeon WorldSBK Perform in Best Aragon Weekend Yet Toprak Razgatlıoğlu took further two trips to the podium today for Pata Yamaha Prometeon WorldSBK as the team recorded its best Aragon WorldSBK weekend ever, […]

End of the 2023 FIM Motocross World Championship today – MXGP of Great Britain

Sep 24, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing team hit the end of the 2023 FIM Motocross World Championship today – the Grand Prix of Great Britain marked the conclusion of the season. Kay de Wolf, Roan van de […]

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2’s Jago Geerts ends illustrious MX2 career

Sep 24, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Geerts Ends Illustrious MX2 Career with Phenomenal Grand Prix Win as Yamaha Secures Fourth Consecutive MX2 Manufacturer’s World Title Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2’s Jago Geerts ended an illustrious MX2 career with a thrilling Grand […]