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 faces at 2023 MotoGP world championship Algarve International Circuit

Mar 22, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Round one of the 2023 MotoGP world championship at the Algarve International Circuit this weekend will accelerate the prospects of the KTM GP Academy. Red Bull KTM Ajo and Red Bull KTM Tech3 will field […]

New venue to the MXGP calendar: Riola-Sardo

Mar 22, 2023 Michael Le Pard

1080 Points Left to Race for As MXGP Heads to Sardinia for Round Two Having recovered from the opening round of the FIM Motocross World Championship that took place in Argentina just over a week […]

MotoGP enters new era of more sustainable fuels

Mar 21, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Ducati and Shell extend partnership as MotoGP enters new era of more sustainable fuels Extension of one of the most recognisable partnerships in premier motorcycle racing Borgo Panigale, Bologna (Italy), 21st March 2023: Ducati and […]

Three SuperEnduro titles in a row now feels incredible

Mar 21, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Billy Bolt not only claimed overall victory at all five rounds of this year’s FIM SuperEnduro World Championship, but the FE 350 racer dominated proceedings by winning all but one of the […]

New 2023 Friendly Budget Bikes!

Mar 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Welcome to the first day of Spring and Spring means new riders and a new riding season! While I recommend new riders go for a gently used bike, if you are looking for something new […]

Caprock National Enduro in Turkey Texas Results

Mar 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA’S CRAIG DELONG TURNS IN SOLID FOURTH-PLACE FINISH AT TOUGH CAPROCK ENDURO DELONG’S TEAMMATE TREVOR BOLLINGER GRINDS OUT EIGHTH-PLACE FINISH Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Craig DeLong turned in a solid fourth-place finish […]

HUSQVARNA’S BEST SUPERCROSS FINISH OF THE SEASON IN DETROIT

Mar 19, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Round ten of the 2023 AMA Supercross series showed that consistency continues to pay for Christian Craig. A sixth-place finish in Detroit is his best to date. 450SX Over the last two events (Daytona […]

Round 10 – AMA Supercross Championship Detroit Results

Mar 19, 2023 Michael Le Pard

DETROIT, Michigan – Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Cooper Webb has extended his advantage in the 2023 AMA Supercross Championship after claiming a convincing runner-up result at round 10 of the season, on a night in […]

FIM SuperEnduro World Champion 2023 is…

Mar 19, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Rising to the occasion, Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Billy Bolt delivered the goods at the fifth and final round of the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship to become the 2023 champion. Best described as a clinical performance […]

2023 MotoE World Championship: 18 riders on Ducati V21L electric prototypes

Mar 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

2023 MotoE World Championship Presented at Vallelunga The MotoE Championship takes on world title status and will see 18 riders on Ducati “V21L” electric prototypes compete on the track in eight Grands Prix with two […]

Inspiration Friday: Outrageous Lightning Bolt USA 2023

Mar 17, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Honestly, some of these motorcycle events are just over the top outrageous and New York puts the cherry on the cheesecake. Inspiration Friday: Outrageous Lightning Bolt USA 2023 presented by BMW Motorrad and by House […]

460hp Official Car of MotoGP 2023 World Premiere

Mar 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

25th year as ‘Official Car of MotoGP’: BMW M starts anniversary season with new BMW M2 MotoGP safety car. 16.03.2023 PRESS RELEASE The Grande Prémio de Portugal from 24th to 26th March at Portimão marks […]

MotoAmerica Mission Super Hooligan National Championship Daytona

Mar 15, 2023 Michael Le Pard

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE RACING LEADS MISSION SUPER HOOLIGAN NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP FOLLOWING SEASON OPENER AT DAYTONA INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY Super Hooligan Champion Tyler O’Hara Takes Early Points Lead Following Back-to-Back Wins At Daytona Doubleheader Indian Motorcycle Racing Comes […]

Kick off American Flat Track season at Daytona Short Track Doubleheader

Mar 15, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Royal Enfield And MotoAnatomy Get It Started In Daytona Johnny Lewis and Ryan Wells kick off American Flat Track season at Daytona Short Track Doubleheader Milwaukee, WI (Tuesday, March 14, 2023) – It’s been a […]

Round 3 The General Washington & WORCS Lake Havasu City Results

Mar 15, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Lipscomb on Top, Smith places 2nd The General GNCC was a battle of survival as the Georgia red clay and rain turned into to an extremely muddy track that tested the riders’ grit and determination. […]