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.

Ducati Heritage Contest: World Ducati Week Celebrates Enthusiasts’ Historic Motorcycles

Jun 20, 2026 Michael Le Pard

The Heritage Contest is the official competition reserved for road-going Ducati motorcycles built up to the year 2000, rewarding the authenticity, originality, and historical significance of the models The contest will take place within the […]

The Ducati Lenovo Team inside the top five in Brno on Friday

Jun 20, 2026 Michael Le Pard

The Ducati Lenovo Team completed the first day of action for the Monster Energy Grand Prix of Czechia at Brno with both riders securing a direct seed to Q2. Francesco Bagnaia finished Practice in […]

KTM COMMITS TO MOTOGP FUTURE WITH FRESH FIVE-YEAR COMMITMENT

Jun 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard

MotoGP Group and the five Manufacturers – KTM, Aprilia, Ducati, Honda, and Yamaha – have confirmed today that the agreement defining the sport’s framework from 2027 to 2031 has been signed. It marks a historic […]

Aprilia Racing strengthens its MotoGP commitment with new 2027–2031 agreement

Jun 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard

MotoGP Group and the five Manufacturers – Aprilia, Ducati, Honda, KTM and Yamaha – have confirmed today that the agreement defining the sport’s framework from 2027 to 2031 has been signed. It marks a historic […]

Ducati in MotoGP until 2031

Jun 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Ducati welcomes the new agreement between MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group and the Motorcycle Sports Manufacturers’ Association (MSMA), alongside fellow manufacturers Aprilia, Honda, KTM and Yamaha MotoGP Group and the five Manufacturers – Ducati, […]

Andrea Bonacorsi Out for the Next Three Grands Prix

Jun 18, 2026 Michael Le Pard

After an accident during the qualifying race for the Latvian Grand Prix on June 6th, Andrea Bonacorsi underwent successful surgery at Riga Hospital in the following days. Having returned to Italy a few days […]

Engines of the Ducati Lenovo Team fire up in Czech Republic Brno

Jun 18, 2026 Michael Le Pard

It is new race week for the Ducati Lenovo Team, heading to Czech Republic for the ninth Round of the 2026 season, the first of two consecutive races. The MotoGP paddock stops at the […]

FIM Trial World Championship resumes with TrialGP of Italy

Jun 18, 2026 Michael Le Pard

With less than a week to regroup following their most recent heroics in Andorra, the world’s best Trial riders resume the fight for honours in the 2026 Hertz FIM Trial World Championship at round three […]

MCL26 Sponsored by Bikesure at NEC Birmingham from 21–29 November

Jun 18, 2026 Michael Le Pard

NEWS TRAVEL TICKETS MCL26 is THE Ultimate Family Day Out MCL26, Sponsored by Bikesure, is returning to the NEC Birmingham from 21–29 November, and we’re packing all nine days with high-octane, […]

All-new 2026 R7 takes Double Podium on Debut with Carter Thompson and Team BrCorse

Jun 18, 2026 Michael Le Pard

The all-new 2026 Yamaha R7 took two podiums on its debut in the FIM Sportbike World Championship at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli this past weekend in the hands of Australian rider Carter […]

MXGP Makes Historic Return to Montevarchi with Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Stars Hungry for Success

Jun 18, 2026 Michael Le Pard

MXGP heads to the hills of Tuscany this weekend for round nine of the FIM Motocross World Championship, bringing the series back to the old-school venue of Montevarchi, Italy, for the first time in […]

The Piaggio Group and Rome celebrate the Vespa’s 80th anniversary

Jun 16, 2026 Michael Le Pard

VESPA ROMA 2026 – 80 YEARS OF AN ICON The Eternal City sponsors and hosts the largest Vespa event ever, with enthusiasts riding in from all over the world A four-day festival for everyone at […]

Aprilia Racing takes on a new challenge in the Czech Republic

Jun 16, 2026 Michael Le Pard

MARCO BEZZECCHI AND JORGE MARTÍN PRESENT ON THE BRNO CIRCUIT Following a week-long break after the GP of Hungary, Aprilia Racing prepares to tackle the ninth round of the season on the historic Brno track […]

Biker Fest International Celebrates 40 Years of the Custom Bike Show with Carl Fogarty

Jun 16, 2026 Michael Le Pard

An old-school BSA chopper celebrating friendship and life on the road takes the IMC Best in Show title, while Varese-based workshop Mannaia triumphs in the AMD Championship and receives the prestigious “Foggy’s Best” award presented […]

Bou and Rabino double up as TrialGP of Andorra concludes

Jun 16, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Toni Bou (Montesa) continued his mission to rewrite the record books on day two of the TrialGP of Andorra – round two of the 2026 Hertz FIM Trial World Championship – when he parted with […]