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.

2023 WorldSBK season kicks-off with new BMW M1000RR

Feb 21, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Phillip Island. The 2023 FIM Superbike World Championship opens with two back-to-back overseas events for BMW Motorrad Motorsport. This weekend (24th to 26th February), Phillip Island in Australia hosts the opening round of the season. […]

Opening round of 2023 WorldSSP in style

Feb 21, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Strong Performance from Manzi to End Phillip Island Test in P2 Ten Kate Yamaha WorldSSP Supported Team’s Stefano Manzi prepared for the opening round of the 2023 Supersport World Championship in style by ending the […]

Exclusive ROUSH Speed, Power and All-out Performance

Feb 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

ROUSH. Synonymous with Speed, Power and All-out Performance. Legendary Jack Roush muscle. Introducing the new 2023 Polaris Slingshot ROUSH Edition show-stopping, adventure-seeking three-wheel vehicle. The ROUSH Edition represents first-ever cross-branded Slingshot and touts the perfect […]

JOSEP GARCIA DOMINATES ROUND ONE OF SPANISH ENDURO CHAMPIONSHIP

Feb 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Making his 2023 competitive debut, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Josep Garcia has won both Enduro1 and the overall ‘Scratch’ categories at round one of the Spanish Enduro Championship held in Santiago de Compostela, A Coruna. After […]

SEASON-BEST FOURTH FOR ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA’S AUSTIN WALTON AT BLYTHE NGPC

Feb 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider Austin Walton delivered his strongest result of the 2023 National Grand Prix Championship (NGPC) in Blythe, California, on Sunday, where he claimed fourth position overall. Walton completed lap one […]

2023 MXGP ‘pre-season’ KTM trophy at Pietramurata in Arco di Trento

Feb 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing picked up a second podium trophy of the 2023 MXGP ‘pre-season’ as Sacha Coenen classified 3rd overall at Pietramurata in Arco di Trento for the second round of three in […]

Ripped at Internazionali d’Italia series FIM Motocross World Championship

Feb 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Lucas Coenen of the Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing team just confirmed his potential aboard the FC 250, as his rookie term in the FIM Motocross World Championship beckons. Coenen ripped to a victory at the […]

Unfortunate start to 2023 GNCC Series for Rockstar Energy Husqvarna

Feb 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA’S CRAIG DELONG RIDES TO FIFTH AS GNCC SERIES OPENS AT BIG BUCK A fifth-place result was the outcome for Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Craig Delong in the 2023 Grand National Cross […]

Extreme flooding in Bay Area Postpones AMA Supercross Championship

Feb 19, 2023 Michael Le Pard

This week the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team headed to Oakland, California for a rare make-up date in the AMA Supercross Championship, following the postponement of original date due to extreme flooding in the […]

Impressive start to the Main Event Supercross Oakland

Feb 19, 2023 Michael Le Pard

OAKLAND, Calif. – Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Cooper Webb has moved into second position in the 2023 AMA Supercross Championship standings after a hard-fought second-place performance in Oakland, as 450SX team-mate Aaron Plessinger was once again strong […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

2023 WorldSBK season kicks-off with new BMW M1000RR

Opening round of 2023 WorldSSP in style

Exclusive ROUSH Speed, Power and All-out Performance

JOSEP GARCIA DOMINATES ROUND ONE OF SPANISH ENDURO CHAMPIONSHIP

SEASON-BEST FOURTH FOR ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA’S AUSTIN WALTON AT BLYTHE NGPC

2023 MXGP ‘pre-season’ KTM trophy at Pietramurata in Arco di Trento

Ripped at Internazionali d’Italia series FIM Motocross World Championship

Unfortunate start to 2023 GNCC Series for Rockstar Energy Husqvarna

Extreme flooding in Bay Area Postpones AMA Supercross Championship

Impressive start to the Main Event Supercross Oakland

2023 ENDURO SEASON: KTM Enduro announcement

2023 European Junior e-Motocross Series kicks off at MXGP Spain

$2000 off Countdown to Spring Kawasaki Event

Inspiration Friday: Privateer Contingency Racing!

Pirelli Domination: Over 100 international and national motorcycling competitions

2026 Triumph: Happy Days Affordable Motorcycles Are Back Again!