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.

Stunning performance from all five Honda riders at 24H SPA EWC Motos

Jun 19, 2023 Michael Le Pard

https://d3dup97zc5osq9.cloudfront.net/production/57470/conversions/00056965-Fim-Ewc-24-h-Spa-2023-Race–wp_large.webp F.C.C. TSR Honda France clinched a second podium at the Belgium track, and after the win in the Le Mans season opener, the Honda #1 is determined to fight to renew the championship title. […]

Many little mistakes costs podium at EWC 24 Heures Spa Motos

Jun 19, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Press Release – YOSHIMURA SERT MOTUL TAKES VITAL POINTS FROM SPA June 19th, 2023. YOSHIMURA SERT MOTUL TAKES VITAL POINTS FROM 24-HOUR RACE AT SPA The Spa-Francorchamps Circuit is spectacular at night Yoshimura SERT Motul […]

GERMAN MOTOGP GRAND PRIX TOP SIX AT SACHSENRING

Jun 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing sought to send their MotoGP opposition into a spin through the ceaseless corners of the Sachsenring as Jack Miller and Brad Binder aimed for podium presence at the Motorrad Grand […]

Incredible performance at 24H Spa EWC Motos to claim stunning victory

Jun 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Yamalube YART Yamaha Storm to Sensational Spa Victory The Yamalube YART Yamaha EWC Official Team produced an incredible performance at the 24H Spa EWC Motos to claim a stunning victory in Belgium and take the […]

24H SPA EWC Motos: Another podium for BMW Motorrad

Jun 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Spa-Francorchamps. The tension within the BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team finally evaporated after 24 intensive hours of racing at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps (BEL); Markus Reiterberger (GER), Ilya Mikhalchik (UKR) and Jérémy Guarnoni (FRA) again finished […]

Captivated capacity crowd in #GermanGP loved speed spectacle

Jun 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

MotoGP drifted north from the speed, sun and spectacle of Mugello to the history, technicality and intensity of the Sachsenring for round seven of twenty. For the Liqui Moly Husqvarna Intact GP team their home […]

DANI PEDROSA TO RETURN TO 2023 MOTOGP GRID WITH WILDCARD

Jun 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The Red Bull KTM Factory Racing team will again welcome the #26 KTM RC16 into play. MotoGP Legend Dani Pedrosa will follow-up his popular wildcard appearance and 7th place finish in Jerez, Spain earlier this […]

TOP-FIVE RESULTS AT HIGH POINT NATIONAL MOTOCROSS

Jun 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

MT. MORRIS, Pa. – Red Bull KTM Factory Racing pair Cooper Webb and Tom Vialle both raced to top-five results in Round 4 of the 2023 Pro Motocross Championship at High Point, with teammates Aaron Plessinger […]

RJ Hampshire on a motocross hot streak after Mount Morris

Jun 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

RJ HAMPSHIRE BATTLES TO A MOTO WIN AND OVERALL PODIUM AT HIGH POINT JALEK SWOLL COLLECTS ANOTHER TOP TEN OVERALL The Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team came into High Point Raceway in Mount Morris, […]

June Special And Father’s Day Gift from URAL Motorcycle

Jun 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Our Insider Spring Special is extended all the way into June with the FREE 3rd year extended warranty ($850 value) We are also celebrating Father’s Day weekend this month and we’d love to take this […]

Undefeated 2023 Pro Motocross Championship with Fourth Consecutive Win at High Point

Jun 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

MT. MORRIS, Pa. (June 17, 2023) – Famed High Point Raceway hosted the East Coast debut of the 2023 Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, on Saturday, which featured the sport’s own unique Father’s […]

All-out action 15-lap Sprint settles #GermanGP winners

Jun 17, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Bagnaia settles for second in the German GP Sprint at the Sachsenring. Top ten for Bastianini (tenth) Jorge Martin (Pramac Racing) powers to victory in the seventh Sprint of the 2023 MotoGP season After the […]

Versatility and competitiveness of KTM at #GermanGP

Jun 17, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing showed the versatility and competitiveness of the RC16 as Jack Miller powered to 3rd position in sunny conditions around the relentless corners of Sachsenring for the Motorrad Grand Prix Deutschland […]

MotoTrials National Championship Western Rounds Canon City Colorado & Tillamook Oregon

Jun 17, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Western Rounds 1 & 2 Canon City, Colorado May 27th – 28th, 2023 Western Rounds 3 & 4 Tillamook, Oregon June 3rd – 4th, 2023 The 2023 National Trial season is shaping up well for […]

24H SPA EWC Motos sunshine conditions gives Honda advantage

Jun 17, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Following the 24 Heures Motos victory in the opening round, F.C.C TSR Honda France arrives at the Belgium track for the 24H SPA EWC Motos, leading the championship and with very solid qualification sessions; another […]