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.

New Mid-sized 2023 Honda CB Motorcycles Launch!

Apr 17, 2023 Michael Le Pard

I started on a 1980 Honda CB400T, my wife on a 1981 Honda CB400T. Smaller 250-500cc make great go-anywhere rider-friendly bikes. Honda gets it and a pair of new mid-sized 2023 Honda CB motorcycles launch. […]

Pirelli’s focus on direct comparisons between WorldSBK & WorldSSP solutions

Apr 17, 2023 Michael Le Pard

In Assen, which this year hosts the first European and 300 class round, Pirelli’s focus is on direct comparisons between some solutions After the first two rounds held in Australia and Indonesia, the FIM Superbike […]

Tumbling crash takes out leader in Circuit of The Americas MotoGP

Apr 17, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Bagnaia is forced to retire in the Americas GP at Austin after crashing out while in the lead. Eleventh Pirro • Luca Marini finishes second on the podium with the Desmosedici GP of the VR46 […]

Lot of fun leading Camp Coker Bullet GNCC

Apr 17, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider Craig DeLong raced to a strong second-place finish at the Camp Coker Bullet GNCC, continuing his solid 2023 Grand National Cross Country Series form as he moves to P2 […]

Heroic efforts at 24 Heures Motos in France for Yoshimura

Apr 17, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Press release – YOSHIMURA SERT MOTUL BATTLE VALIANTLY TO THE FLAG AT LE MANS April 17th, 2023. YOSHIMURA SERT MOTUL BATTLE VALIANTLY TO THE FLAG AT LE MANS Gregg Black races to the 24 Heures […]

Fastest on track in Texas Circuit of the Americas MotoGP Moto2 & Moto3 Races

Apr 17, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing had good reason to view the Red Bull Grand Prix of the Americas with strong cause for optimism considering the increased competitiveness and continued progression with the current RC16 motorcycle. […]

Second edition battle of the Yamaha R7 European SuperFinale

Apr 17, 2023 Michael Le Pard

WorldSBK Aragon Round to Host 2023 Yamaha R7 European SuperFinale The second edition of the Yamaha R7 European SuperFinale, which sees the top riders from the national R7 Cups and Challenges across Europe battle it […]

Moto3 speed but little luck for Husqvarna in the USA

Apr 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

MotoGP moved through the Americas to the confines of the long, 20-curve Circuit of the Americas near Austin for round three of twenty-one and the tenth Grand Prix at the spectacular venue. The LIQUI MOLY […]

Perfect win for FCC TSR Honda France at 24 Heures Motos

Apr 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

F.C.C. TSR Honda France started defending the FIM World Endurance Championship with style by winning the 24 Heures Motos that took place at the Bugatti Circuit on 15 and 16 April 3023. Perfect win for […]

24h Le Mans: First podium finish of the season for the BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team

Apr 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Le Mans. The BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team kicked off the FIM Endurance World Championship 2023 (FIM EWC) with a podium finish. Markus Reiterberger (GER), Ilya Mikhalchik (UKR) and Jérémy Guarnoni (FRA) claimed third place […]

Stunning Second for YART Yamaha at Dramatic Le Mans

Apr 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Stunning Second for YART Yamaha at Dramatic Le Mans The Yamalube YART Yamaha EWC Official Team overcame everything that the 46th edition of the Le Mans 24 Heures Motos could throw at them to secure […]

FIM Motocross World Championship returned to picturesque Pietramurata Italy

Apr 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The FIM Motocross World Championship returned to the picturesque venue of Pietramurata, Italy, for round four of the current campaign. Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing’s trio leapt onto the hard pack with momentum on their side, […]

Power-packed performance for Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP Italy

Apr 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Renaux Closes the Gap in the MXGP Championship Chase with Second Consecutive Podium Finish Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s Maxime Renaux narrowly missed a second consecutive Grand Prix win at the fourth round of the […]

Milestone event for Red Bull KTM Factory Racing with first ever overall victory

Apr 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The Grand Prix of Trentino was a milestone event for Red Bull KTM Factory Racing in the MX2 class as Andrea Adamo celebrated his first ever overall victory – his first in just four appearances […]

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Powerful comeback at FIM Motocross World Championship Pietramurata Italy

Apr 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Geerts Displays Tenacity with Stunning Podium Finish to Maintain MX2 Championship Lead Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2’s Jago Geerts made a powerful comeback at the fourth round of the FIM Motocross World Championship in Pietramurata, […]