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.

1000000th KTM motorcycle model was the

Jan 23, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Global milestone for PIERER Mobility: The 1,000,000th KTM motorcycle leaves the production plant of the strategic partner Bajaj in Pune/India PIERER Mobility AG crossed a significant milestone with its leading premium motorcycle brand KTM in […]

Results 450SX & 250SX SuperMotocross World Championship – San Diego

Jan 22, 2023 Michael Le Pard

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Two-time 450SX champion Cooper Webb has made it two podiums in a row to commence the 2023 AMA Supercross Championship, the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing rider claiming a convincing runner-up result […]

Really solid day at San Diego AMA Supercross

Jan 22, 2023 Michael Le Pard

RJ Hampshire led the charge for the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team in AMA Supercross action at San Diego, backing up his round one result with another solid second-place score. But he didn’t have […]

2023 Red Rider Rewards Program Increases Contingency Offerings

Jan 21, 2023 Michael Le Pard

January 19, 2023 — ALPHARETTA, Georgia Racing-contingency program covers nearly 200 race series Industry’s most generous package, with more payouts in more series Over $500,000 available for Talon sport side-by-side racers alone Honda’s already-bountiful Red Rider […]

MotoGP, MXGP and Supercross Yamaha & Monster Energy Partnership

Jan 21, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy and Yamaha Racing Strengthen Global Partnership Monster Energy and Yamaha Racing celebrate partnership with a new global race team livery for the 2023 MotoGP, MXGP and AMA Supercross and Motocross seasons. Yamaha Motor […]

2023 Harley-Davidson 120th Anniversary Bike Celebration!

Jan 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

There few brands as genuine and unforgettable as Harley-Davidson. Total Motorcycle presents a combined Inspiration Friday (#229) with a special feature of our 2023 Harley-Davidson 120th Anniversary Bike Celebration Review Guides. Almost 40 new 2023 […]

Husqvarna Motorcycles ecstatic to reveal successful partnership with Rekluse to continue

Jan 19, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Motorcycles is ecstatic to reveal that its successful partnership with Rekluse is going to continue through the 2023 racing season. Rekluse, the world’s leading clutch component manufacturer that so many champions rely on, will […]

E2 World Champion will race in the hotly contested Enduro1 class

Jan 19, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Josep Garcia will take on a new challenge for the upcoming season as the two-time E2 World Champion will race in the hotly contested Enduro1 class at this year’s FIM EnduroGP World […]

Extra Soft for extreme enduro

Jan 19, 2023 Michael Le Pard

he MCE 6 Days Extreme product line for enduro competition is enriched with the addition of a new rear specification in 140/80–18 size designed for the most difficult technical sections and harshest terrain Munich (Germany), […]

KTM proactive partnership with American firm ExxonMobil for MotoGP

Jan 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing will chase trophies, glory and high targets for sustainability at the highest levels of competition thanks to a new beneficial and proactive partnership with American firm ExxonMobil for their MotoGP […]

National Grand Prix Championship Round 1 Delano California

Jan 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

National Grand Prix Championship Round 1 Delano, California January 15th, 2023 DeMartile Secures Second Place The first round of the NGPC series kicked off in Delano at the American MX Compound. Muddy conditions from a […]

Racing UK confirms its 2023 rider line-up for the roads

Jan 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Honda Racing UK is delighted to confirm its 2023 rider line-up for the International Road Racing season with the team looking forward to returning to the NW200 and Isle of Man TT once again. Returning […]

2023 AMA National Grand Prix Championship (NGPC) SoCal GP American MX in Delano California

Jan 17, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The 2023 AMA National Grand Prix Championship (NGPC) took off with the SoCal GP at American MX in Delano, California, over the weekend and Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Austin Walton opened his campaign with […]

Interrupted 2023 Ural Motorcycles Amaze

Jan 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

In today’s uncertain world of business closures, bankruptcy’s and sanctions sometimes, the most incredible, unbelievable and inspirational stories of resilience, determination and bravery emerge. Enter Ural. The company that defied all odds after Western sanctions […]

Fourth generation of DIABLO Supercorsa tires announced

Jan 16, 2023 Michael Le Pard

PIRELLI UNVEILS THE NEW DIABLO SUPERCORSA: SPORT tires PAR EXCELLENCE FROM WORLDSBK 15 years of history and four generations of motorcycle tires that express the pinnacle of Pirelli’s sporting DNA Two versions: SC, in various […]