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.

International Six Days Enduro 2022 – Le Puy-en-Velay

Aug 26, 2022 Michael Le Pard

The 96th edition of the ISDE will take place from Monday, August 29 and run to Saturday, September 3. From the paddock based near Loudes airport, riders will face five full days of competition, covering […]

Atacama Rally is back for 2022 and promises to deliver!

Aug 25, 2022 Michael Le Pard

After a two-year forced hiatus, the Atacama Rally is back for 2022 and promises to deliver its traditional format of long, tough stages held in the arid Atacama Desert, close to the Pacific coast of […]

ALL-SET TO TAKE ON THE 2022 ATACAMA RALLY?

Aug 25, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Well-rested and focussed on success, Luciano Benavides will soon return to competitive action at the 2022 Atacama Rally. In strong form last time out at round two of the FIM Rally-Raid World Championship, the Husqvarna […]

Full Strength for Ironman full fitness Pro Motocross series

Aug 25, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing’s Haiden Deegan will make his pro debut with the 250 team this weekend at the Ironman National in Crawfordsville, Indiana. Levi Kitchen and Matt LeBlanc return to action, as will […]

National Grand Prix Championship Preston – National Enduro Grassman Enduro Chandlersville – The Beta Cup National Enduro Top 10

Aug 24, 2022 Michael Le Pard

National Grand Prix Championship Round 7 Preston, ID August 21st, 2022 Cache Valley MX track in Preston Idaho was the site for the 7th round of the NGPC. The venue received light rain on Friday […]

Wild affair in the morning hours of MotoAmerica Twins Pittsburg

Aug 23, 2022 Michael Le Pard

VELOCE RACING’S KALEB DE KEYREL NOTCHES SECOND PLACE FINISH IN SATURDAY MOTOAMERICA TWINS CUP RACE AT PITTSBURGH INTERNATIONAL RACE COMPLEX APRILIA RIDERS NOW SECOND, THIRD, AND FOURTH IN TWINS CUP POINTS STANDINGS WAMPUM, PA – […]

Royal Enfield BTR Road Racing endures trying weekend at Pittsburgh Race Complex

Aug 23, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Highs and Lows at Pitt Race BUILD. TRAIN. RACE. Royal Enfield BTR Road Racing endures trying weekend at Pittsburgh Race Complex. Milwaukee, WI (Monday, August 22, 2022) – Extreme heat, torrential downpours, tricky track conditions, […]

Passion for two wheels: Perfect combination of Superbike and cycling

Aug 23, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Munich. SRCT – short for Scott Redding Cycling Team. BMW Motorrad factory rider Scott Redding (GBR) lives out his passion for two wheels with a 999cc engine on his BMW M 1000 RR and with […]

Sizzling New 2023 Kawasaki Motorcycles

Aug 22, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Game of Thrones House of the Dragon maybe stealing the headlines on TV but for those riding the real roads Sizzling New 2023 Kawasaki Motorcycles have riders talking! New sport, retro sport, naked, cruiser, adventure […]

Bad start and traffic results in disappointment for Husqvarna

Aug 22, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Austin Walton captured his seventh top-five finish in as many rounds with a fighting fifth-place at the AMA National Grand Prix Championship in Preston, Idaho. Walton felt the effects of […]

MotoAmerica championship effectively two-round battle

Aug 22, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Close quarters for Danilo Petrucci and Ducati in Pittsburgh A double podium closes the fight in the championship Sunnyvale, Calif., August 21, 2022 – Danilo Petrucci (Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC) claimed a second and […]

Two Podium Pittsburgh International Race Complex Ducati Domination

Aug 22, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Sunnyvale, Calif., August 21, 2022 – Josh Herrin (Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC) put one hand firmly on the 2022 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship with a measured performance at the Pittsburgh International Race Complex, taking second place […]

Challenging weekend in Wampum Pennsylvania

Aug 22, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Fresh N Lean Progressive Yamaha Racing’s Jake Gagne dominated today’s second MotoAmerica Superbike race at the Pittsburgh International Race Complex, notching his 10th victory of the season to reclaim the championship lead. Cameron Petersen took […]

Trail conditions can drastically change at Grassman National

Aug 22, 2022 Michael Le Pard

The Grassman National in Chandlersville, Ohio, reminded competitors that trail conditions can drastically change when rain soaks the course leading up to the race. Despite slippery conditions, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Craig DeLong scored […]

MXGP OF CHARENTE MARITIME FINISHES ON A HIGH

Aug 22, 2022 Michael Le Pard

The hills of St. Jean d’Angely were alive earlier today, as thousands of fans packed into the historic track to see the penultimate round of the 2022 FIM Motocross World Championship take place in humid […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

International Six Days Enduro 2022 – Le Puy-en-Velay

Atacama Rally is back for 2022 and promises to deliver!

ALL-SET TO TAKE ON THE 2022 ATACAMA RALLY?

Full Strength for Ironman full fitness Pro Motocross series

National Grand Prix Championship Preston – National Enduro Grassman Enduro Chandlersville – The Beta Cup National Enduro Top 10

Wild affair in the morning hours of MotoAmerica Twins Pittsburg

Royal Enfield BTR Road Racing endures trying weekend at Pittsburgh Race Complex

Passion for two wheels: Perfect combination of Superbike and cycling

Sizzling New 2023 Kawasaki Motorcycles

Bad start and traffic results in disappointment for Husqvarna

MotoAmerica championship effectively two-round battle

Two Podium Pittsburgh International Race Complex Ducati Domination

Challenging weekend in Wampum Pennsylvania

Trail conditions can drastically change at Grassman National

MXGP OF CHARENTE MARITIME FINISHES ON A HIGH

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