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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.

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Beta USA Breaks Ground on Paso Robles New Headquarters

May 6, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Beta USA starts construction on their new USA distribution center and business offices in Paso Robles, CA. This new facility will include all departments under one roof including spare parts, motorcycle warehousing, an office complex, […]

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Tough to manage Barcelona WorldSBK for Yamaha

May 6, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Aegerter and Gardner Focusing on Race Pace on Day 1 in Barcelona Dominique Aegerter and Remy Gardner returned to action on May 5th at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, finishing 7th and 12th on combined times. […]

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Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team announce 2024 WorldSBK contract extension

May 6, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Alvaro Bautista to continue aboard the factory Panigale V4R of the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team in the 2024 WorldSBK season The Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team is pleased to announce the contract extension of Alvaro Bautista who […]

Coronation of King Charles III

Coronation of King Charles III in London from the sidecar POV

May 6, 2023 Michael Le Pard

King Charles III Coronation: Sidecar Seating Reserved French TF1 secured a couple of Urals to cover the Coronation of King Charles III in London from the sidecar POV! We will be posting updates of Urals […]

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WorldSSP & WorldSBK Barcelona Practice Results

May 6, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Solid start to the weekend for Bautista (P1) and Rinaldi (P2) in free practice at Barcelona. Bulega (p1) dominates in WorldSSP The free practice for the Catalunya Round, fourth weekend of the 2023 WorldSBK season, ended with the Aruba.it […]

Inspiration Friday: Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride 2023

Inspiration Friday: Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride 2023

May 5, 2023 Michael Le Pard

On May 21st 2023, thousands will ride their classic and vintage style motorcycles in suits to raise funds and awareness for men’s mental health and prostate cancer research in 121 countries. Be Part of It […]

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FMF Racing Celebrates 50 Years and “Power of Fun”

May 5, 2023 Michael Le Pard

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (May 3, 2023) – With the countdown to the start of the 2023 Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, well underway MX Sports Pro Racing has announced the return of FMF Racing as the “Official […]

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Sole Supplier to FIM Superbike World Championship until 2026

May 5, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Pirelli is confirmed Sole Supplier to the FIM Superbike World Championship until 2026 A unique collaboration, in terms of duration, within international motorsports, as the partnership celebrates its 20 year milestone WorldSBK is confirmed as […]

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EXTRA SPECIAL APRILIA PRO EXPERIENCE GOES ON TRACK AFTER APRILIA ALL STARS 2023

May 5, 2023 Michael Le Pard

APRILIA PRO EXPERIENCE, SUNDAY 28 MAY IN MISANO AN EXTRA SPECIAL APRILIA PRO EXPERIENCE GOES ON TRACK AFTER THE APRILIA ALL STARS 2023 A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE FOR A LIMITED NUMBER OF FANS, WHO WILL […]

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2-Wheelers revenue upsurge to all-time highs Q1 2023

May 5, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Piaggio Group Chairman and CEO Roberto Colaninno: “The Piaggio Group has closed another record-breaking quarter with the best results to date, the sixth consecutive quarter to report growth1. Net sales rose by 20%, to more than 500 million […]

BMW Motorrad customizing Contest: 2nd Edition

BMW AG Conference Call Quarterly Statement to 31 March 2023

May 4, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Ladies and Gentlemen, The BMW Group has a strong global footprint. It serves as a local partner in individual regions of the world, contributing positively to industrial economic value in all. We currently have […]

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BMW Motorcycle sells 47935 units in Q1 2023

May 4, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Statement and Presentation Dr Nicolas Peter, Member of the Board of Management of BMW AG, Finance, Conference Call Quarterly Statement to 31 March 2023 Good Morning, Ladies and Gentlemen. As expected, the BMW […]

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Factory MXGP and MX2 teams arrived in Madrid

May 4, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha MXGP Stars Aim to Shine in Spain With little time to rest, the Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP and MX2 teams have arrived in Madrid, Spain, poised and ready to give their all at […]

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Unveiling never-before-seen BMW at 76th Cannes Film Festival

May 4, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Munich. BMW is reprising its role as Official Partner of the Cannes Film Festival in 2023 following its debut appearance last year. The Bavarian premium carmaker is supplying the 76th edition of the celebrated festival and […]

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Yamaha Racing Heritage Club Ready to Roar into 2023

May 3, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Racing Heritage Club Ready to Roar into 2023 After a successful inaugural year, the Yamaha Racing Heritage Club is pleased to officially announce the four events it will attend in 2023 as it expands […]

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