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.

Super dry and dusty Little Raccoon National Enduro Wellston

Sep 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The Little Raccoon National Enduro The National Enduro series started back up after a summer break. This was round 7 of the series which was held in Southern Ohio. The track conditions were dry and […]

Ready to defend its world championship title at 86th Bol d’Or

Sep 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The final round of the 2023 FIM Endurance World Championship takes place this weekend at the Circuit Paul Ricard from 14 to 17 September, and F.C.C. TSR Honda France is ready to defend its world […]

Glorious weather and ideal conditions greeted Bol d’Or FIM Endurance World Championship Riders

Sep 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

YART Yamaha to Start Bol d’Or Title Decider from Fourth The Yamalube YART Yamaha EWC Official Team will line up fourth on the grid for the deciding round of the 2023 FIM Endurance World Championship […]

First ever eBike World Ride on the Yamaha Wabash RT

Sep 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

On 15th September 2023, legendary globetrotter Nick Sanders MBE begins another epic trip around the world on two wheels. Already famous for his numerous record-breaking adventures on a Yamaha motorcycle – as well as many […]

Inspiration Friday: Italian Bike Week 2023 Grazie!

Sep 15, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Buon giorno motociclista! Today we take a trip to Lignano Sabbiadoro in northern Italy for our Inspiration Friday: Italian Bike Week 2023, grazie! Picture this, Italy, beautiful seaside of the Adriatic Sea, magical atmosphere of […]

High-Flying SuperMini World All-Stars Announced for SuperMotocross World Championship Playoff Chicagoland

Sep 15, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Top 22 Minicycle Riders on the Planet Set for Battle at Second Playoff Round ELLENTON, Fla. // MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (September 14, 2023) – As preparations near completion at Joliet, Illinois’ Chicagoland Speedway for the second round of the […]

MXGP and MX2 teams all set for final two rounds of FIM Motocross World Championship this weekend

Sep 15, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP and MX2 Teams Primed for Penultimate MXGP Round in Maggiora The Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP and MX2 teams are all set for the final two rounds of the FIM […]

CARDO revolutionizing Motorcycle Communication through an Exciting Collaboration

Sep 14, 2023 Michael Le Pard

CARDO SYSTEMS JOINS FORCES WITH HELMET HOUSE TO EXPAND DISTRIBUTION NATIONWIDE Revolutionizing Motorcycle Communication through an Exciting Collaboration Plano, TX – September 14, 2023 – Cardo Systems Ltd., a trailblazer in motorcycle communication […]

Back-to-back AMA National Hare & Hound Championships with fourth Nevada victory

Sep 14, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Dalton Shirey made it back-to-back AMA National Hare & Hound Championships with a fourth victory in five races at the weekend’s penultimate round in Panaca, Nevada. Following an extended […]

2023 FIM Endurance World Championship season finale Bol d’Or in France

Sep 14, 2023 Michael Le Pard

YART Yamaha Set for EWC Title Showdown at Bol d’Or The Yamalube YART Yamaha EWC Official Team are primed and ready for an epic title showdown at the 2023 FIM Endurance World Championship season finale, […]

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