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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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His 101st career Grand Prix at sunny Agueda

Apr 30, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing launched into the first of two back-to-back events on the Iberian Peninsula by watching Jeffrey Herlings win his 101st career Grand Prix and his second of the 2023 MXGP series […]

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Dominant display Morocco Desert Challenge 2023 in the history books

Apr 30, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Tarrés on the Podium as Ténéré World Raid Team Secure 1-2 in Class at Morocco Desert Challenge The Yamaha Ténéré World Raid Team raised the bar at the 2023 Morocco Desert Challenge, with Pol Tarrés […]

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MILESTONE MOTOGP WEEKEND IN SPAIN WITH DOUBLE PODIUM

Apr 30, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Round four of 2023 MotoGP saw the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing team shift their Grand Prix project into another gear. Brad Binder and Jack Miller finished 2nd and 3rd on Sunday for another podium […]

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NEWS FLASH: 2023 AMA 250SX East Region Championship Winner

Apr 30, 2023 Michael Le Pard

April 29, 2023 — NASHVILLE, Tennessee Debut AMA title for the 23-year-old Australian Lawrence has won seven of the nine rounds held so far During today’s AMA Supercross round at Nissan Stadium, Team Honda HRC rider […]

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Very sketchy 2023 AMA Supercross Championship in Nashville

Apr 30, 2023 Michael Le Pard

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Round 15 of the 2023 AMA Supercross Championship in Nashville proved to be a difficult day that unfolded for Red Bull KTM Factory Racing, with Tom Vialle racing to seventh in the 250SX […]

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LEARNING PROCESS AS A SUPERCROSS ROOKIE’S FIRST RACE

Apr 30, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Throw in everything from soft and wet conditions in the morning, to hard to dry in the afternoon of the unusual day race, and Nashville provided plenty of opportunities for an exceptional educational experience for Rockstar Energy […]

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Circuito de Jerez MotoGP synonymous with busy passionate loud and appreciative atmosphere

Apr 30, 2023 Michael Le Pard

From the first laps of the inaugural Grand Prix at the Circuito de Jerez – Angel Nieto in 1987, the Andaluse venue has become synonymous with a busy, passionate, loud and appreciative atmosphere and audience […]

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“Rocket Rod” Rebounds for Stage 7 Podium in Moroccan Desert Challenge

Apr 29, 2023 Michael Le Pard

“Rocket Rod” Rebounds for Stage 7 Podium in Morocco Yamaha Ténéré World Raid Team’s Rodney Faggotter recovered from the bad luck that had beset him on the previous two stages to return to the rostrum […]

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Injured Ducati rider withdraws from MotoGP Circuito de Jerez Angel Nieto

Apr 29, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Second place podium finish for Pecco Bagnaia in the Sprint Race of the Spanish GP at Jerez de la Frontera • Weekend over for Enea Bastianini. The Ducati Lenovo Team rider, still suffering from pain […]

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Loudest busiest and hottest MotoGP: Sweltering Circuit de Jerez

Apr 29, 2023 Michael Le Pard

MotoGP landed at the sweltering Circuit de Jerez – Angel Nieto for one of the loudest, busiest and hottest European dates on the calendar and the fourth round of the current season. Red Bull KTM […]

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Crash Effects force KTM 2023 AMA Supercross Championship rider out

Apr 29, 2023 Michael Le Pard

AARON PLESSINGER SIDELINED FOR NASHVILLE SUPERCROSS 2023 Motorsport news NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Red Bull KTM Factory Racing has confirmed that 450SX rider Aaron Plessinger will sit out Round 15 of the 2023 AMA Supercross Championship […]

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2023 Sonora Rally Mexico – Stage 5 Results

Apr 29, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Toby Price has completed a hot and tough 2023 Sonora Rally in fourth place overall. In doing so, the Australian has successfully increased his advantage at the top of the […]

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Just seven points separates 2023 Sonora Rally leaders

Apr 29, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Luciano Benavides has placed third overall at the 2023 Sonora Rally – round three of the FIM World Rally-Raid Championship. The result elevates the Argentinian to second in the championship standings, where […]

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MotoGP Day 1 of practices at Jerez Circuit in Andalusia

Apr 29, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Thirteenth Bagnaia at the end of Day 1 of the Spanish GP at Jerez de la Frontera. A still-recovering Bastianini finishes twenty-first • Jorge Martin closes fourth with the Desmosedici GP of Pramac Racing Francesco […]

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Battle of the Baggers 2023 Season Opener

Apr 29, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Bagger Racing League ® A Preview of Drag Specialties ® Battle of the Baggers 2023 Season Opener Youngstown, OH | April 27, 2023 | BRL Newswire | Situated on the rolling countryside of Wampum, […]

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