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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.

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Strong Stage 10 Result at Africa Eco Race

Oct 31, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Incredible Effort from the Ténéré World Raid Team Ensures Strong Stage 10 Result at Africa Eco Race The Yamaha Ténéré World Raid Team showed amazing teamwork as they overcame adversity to enjoy a superb Friday […]

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Opening Day of YXZ1000R SuperFinale in Portalegre

Oct 31, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Gonzalez and Carvalho Lead on Opening Day of YXZ1000R SuperFinale in Portalegre 19 YXZ1000R crews, from seven European and South American nations, descended on Portalegre, Portugal for the traditional start gate ceremony in the town […]

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Rewrite the Record Books at the Africa Eco Race

Oct 31, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Ténéré World Raid Team Rewrite the Record Books at the Africa Eco Race The Yamaha Ténéré World Raid Team arrived at the end of the Africa Eco Race, alongside the legendary Lac Rose in Dakar, […]

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Verge of Creating History After Stage 11 Africa Eco Race

Oct 31, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Ténéré World Raid Team on the Verge of Creating History After Strong Stage 11 at the Africa Eco Race The Yamaha Ténéré World Raid Team completed the Mauritanian leg of the rally during a shortened […]

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Thrilling conclusion of 2022 Yamaha YXZ1000R European Cup SuperFinale

Oct 31, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Prat and Domingos secure Stock and Open Class Victories at the 2022 YXZ1000R SuperFinale The 2022 Yamaha YXZ1000R European Cup SuperFinale came to a thrilling conclusion on Saturday 29th October, with Spanish-Uruguayan pairing Miquel Prat […]

Inspiration Friday: Honoring Heroes Collection

Inspiration Friday: Honoring Heroes Collection

Oct 28, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Give Back to Those Who Give So Much. That’s this week’s Inspiration Friday: Honoring Heroes Collection on Total Motorcycle! Indian Motorcycle has unveiled it’s Honoring Heroes’ apparel collection with all profits from purchases made donated […]

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Winners Decided at YZ bLU cRU FIM Europe Cup Masterclass Spain

Oct 28, 2022 Michael Le Pard

A record breaking 395 young riders from every corner of Europe signed up for the 2022 YZ bLU cRU FIM Europe Cup, with more than 100 of them then contesting the YZ SuperFinale at the […]

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December demo days date and locations schedule Beta

Oct 28, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Demo Program Schedule Released Beta Motorcycles has released its Demo Program schedule for the 2023 Models. These demo events are hosted by Beta dealers. Find the dealership and location nearest you to discover why our […]

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Maiden Rally Podium on Stage 9 of Africa Eco Race

Oct 28, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Ténéré World Raid Team’s Tarrés Powers to Maiden Rally Podium on Stage 9 of Africa Eco Race The Yamaha Ténéré World Raid Team’s Pol Tarrés was involved in an incredible battle on his 700cc twin-cylinder […]

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Riders Star in Epic WorldSBK and WorldSSP Battles at San Juan

Oct 27, 2022 Michael Le Pard

The FIM Superbike World Championship paddock headed to the first of three overseas rounds in 2022, with Yamaha battling for victory across the weekend’s races at the Circuito San Juan Villicum. Toprak Razgatlıoğlu made history […]

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Star Sacha Coenen takes up motocross racing

Oct 27, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Promising Belgian starlet Sacha Coenen will be Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s third rider in the 2023 FIM MX2 Motocross World Championship after confirming a multi-year KTM deal. The soon-to-be sixteen-year-old (on November 9th) will […]

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MX2 DEBUT WITH HUSQVARNA’S FACTORY TEAM 2023

Oct 27, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing are excited to announce that Lucas Coenen has joined the squad ahead of the 2023 FIM Motocross World Championship. Coenen, who hails from Belgium, is set to compete in the MX2 class aboard […]

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Mixed Fortunes During Stage 8 Africa Eco Race

Oct 27, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Mixed Fortunes for Ténéré World Raid Team During Stage 8 at the Africa Eco Race The Yamaha Ténéré World Raid Team experienced the ups and downs of rally racing on Wednesday in the extreme conditions […]

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Dunes During Stage 7 Africa Eco Race

Oct 26, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Teamwork Helps the Ténéré World Raid Team Master the Dunes During Stage 7 at the Africa Eco Race The Yamaha Ténéré World Raid Team enjoyed another strong day as the Africa Eco Race finally began […]

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2022 FIM Supersport World Championship San Juan Villicum classic

Oct 24, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Dominique Aegerter fought to his 15th victory in the 2022 FIM Supersport World Championship, beating championship rival Lorenzo Baldassarri in a San Juan Villicum classic. Ten Kate Racing’s Dominique Aegerter backed up his race […]

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