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.

RED BULL KTM FACTORY RACING EXTENDS THANKS TO CHASE SEXTON

Oct 15, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Following two seasons in the SuperMotocross World Championship (SMX), Red Bull KTM Factory Racing thanks Chase Sexton for the success achieved together throughout 2024 and 2025. KTM and Sexton dominated the AMA Pro Motocross Championship in […]

The Piaggio Group bolsters presence with new Philippines subsidiary

Oct 15, 2025 Michael Le Pard

With a market of 2.3 million scooters and motorcycles sold annually, the Philippines are the third-largest market in Southeast Asia, with the strongest growth in the premium segment Pontedera, 15 October 2025 – Despite the […]

Metzeler will present at EICMA 2025 with three new motorcycle tires

Oct 15, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The supersport SPORTEC 01 and SPORTEC 01 RS plus the KAROO 4 Street enduro on/off tyre will be the stars of the Metzeler display at Booth i54 in Pavilion 5 of EICMA, Milan 4-9th November The Metzeler brand […]

Aprilia Racing ready for the challenge in Australia

Oct 15, 2025 Michael Le Pard

MARCO BEZZECCHI AND LORENZO SAVADORI, SUBBING FOR JORGE MARTÍN, HEAD TO PHILLIP ISLAND FOR THE AUSTRALIAN GP Following a week-long break after the GP of Indonesia, Aprilia Racing is ramping up to tackle the final […]

The Ducati Lenovo Team in Australia with the new Bagnaia-Pirro duo

Oct 15, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Marc Marquez is recovering from surgery on his right shoulder blade in Madrid. Michele Pirro, Ducati test rider, will replace him for the Australian round The Ducati Lenovo Team arrives at the island for the […]

Dominique Aegerter Aiming to Return for the Season Finale in Jerez

Oct 15, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team is gearing up for the final round of the 2025 FIM Superbike World Championship, taking place this weekend (17–19 October) at the Circuito de Jerez–Ángel Nieto. Dominique Aegerter is […]

Pirelli brings harder compound rears for Moto2 in Australia

Oct 13, 2025 Michael Le Pard

To tackle the demanding Phillip Island circuit, Pirelli will provide Moto2™ riders with the D0922 rear specification development tyre and the standard hard SC3 • For the 2025 Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix at Phillip Island, one of the most […]

Korie Steede delivers pivotal WXC Class win at The John Penton GNCC

Oct 13, 2025 Michael Le Pard

WXC Class title contender Korie Steede reduced the deficit to just seven points following a fifth victory of the year at The John Penton GNCC on Sunday, with the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider […]

Marc Márquez undergoes successful surgery on right shoulder blade

Oct 13, 2025 Michael Le Pard

After a checkup for his right shoulder blade injury, Marc Márquez has undergone a successful operation at the Ruber Internacional Hospital in Madrid, Spain. The same medical team who had examined him seven days […]

Pol Espargaro recalled to MotoGP duty for Australian and Malaysian Grands Prix

Oct 13, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Maverick Viñales will be replaced by Pol Espargaro in Red Bull KTM Tech3 colors for the forthcoming nineteenth and twentieth rounds of 2025 MotoGP. Maverick, together with his team, has elected for more recovery and […]

Yamaha & Jago Geerts Part Company after Eight Successful Seasons

Oct 13, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Following the conclusion of the 2025 FIM Motocross World Championship, Yamaha Motor Europe announces the departure of Jago Geerts after a successful eight-year partnership. Geerts began his professional motocross career with the Hans […]

Vmoto new chapter for e-mobility in Asia with ProDay China 2025

Oct 13, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Lishui – Nanjing, 29 September 2025 ProDay China at the Jiangsu Wantrack International Circuit. Vmoto strengthens its collaboration with local institutions and operators in China, consolidating its presence in a key market for urban electric mobility. […]

2026 Kawasaki Ninja Sport and Supersport Motorcycles Return!

Oct 13, 2025 Michael Le Pard

2026 Kawasaki Ninja Sport and Supersport Motorcycles Return! Kawasaki is gearing up for an exciting fall release of its 2026 sport and supersport lineup, bringing back new fan favorites like the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 650 ABS, […]

Estoril: Important step towards the world championship title

Oct 12, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Estoril. Two more victories on the road to the riders’ world championship title and important points for the manufacturers’ battle – Toprak Razgatlioglu (TUR), BMW Motorrad Motorsport, and the ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team once again […]

Manzi claims WorldSSP title with WorldSBK crown to be decided in Jerez

Oct 12, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Stefano Manzi (Yamaha) takes home the WorldSSP World Championship title by winning today’s Race2. In WorldSBK, victories go to Razgatlioğlu and Bulega, on Pirelli E0672 front and E0126 development rear tyres · With his win in Race2, Stefano Manzi (Yamaha) has […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

RED BULL KTM FACTORY RACING EXTENDS THANKS TO CHASE SEXTON

The Piaggio Group bolsters presence with new Philippines subsidiary

Metzeler will present at EICMA 2025 with three new motorcycle tires

Aprilia Racing ready for the challenge in Australia

The Ducati Lenovo Team in Australia with the new Bagnaia-Pirro duo

Dominique Aegerter Aiming to Return for the Season Finale in Jerez

Pirelli brings harder compound rears for Moto2 in Australia

Korie Steede delivers pivotal WXC Class win at The John Penton GNCC

Marc Márquez undergoes successful surgery on right shoulder blade

Pol Espargaro recalled to MotoGP duty for Australian and Malaysian Grands Prix

Yamaha & Jago Geerts Part Company after Eight Successful Seasons

Vmoto new chapter for e-mobility in Asia with ProDay China 2025

2026 Kawasaki Ninja Sport and Supersport Motorcycles Return!

Estoril: Important step towards the world championship title

Manzi claims WorldSSP title with WorldSBK crown to be decided in Jerez

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BMW Goes Super Hooligan: New 2026 BMW R1300R Roadster!

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