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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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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 […]

Z: The Best Letter for 2023

Z: The Best Letter for 2023

Oct 24, 2022 Michael Le Pard

The letter Z, iconic, strong, supportive, the foundation of the alphabet. When it comes to unrivaled legacy’s look no further than Z: The Best Letter for 2023. Kawasaki‘s Z has caused quite the excitement in […]

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Big way Ironman GNCC closing out 2022 season

Oct 24, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Craig DeLong capped off the 2022 Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) season in a big way, capturing third overall at the season finale in Crawfordsville, Indiana. With an incredible number […]

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American didn’t give up Circuito San Juan Villicum WorldSBK

Oct 24, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Battling San Juan Round for GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team On Sunday at the Circuito San Juan Villicum, GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team’s Garrett Gerloff battled back to 12th in Race 2, while Kohta Nozane […]

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WorldSBK in Argentina: ups and downs in the Andes

Oct 24, 2022 Michael Le Pard

San Juan. There were plenty of ups and downs for BMW Motorrad Motorsport during the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) race weekend in San Juan, Argentina. The tenth round of the season took place in […]

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AMA EnduroCross claws grabs Prescott Valley Rider

Oct 24, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Colton Haaker captured podium finishes in the first two motos at Round 4 of the 2022 AMA Endurocross Series. Later in the night, he faced adversity in the final moto […]

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Electrifying Superpole Race victory at 2022 FIM Superbike World Championship

Oct 24, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Sensational Superpole Race Comeback Win for Razgatlıoğlu, P2 in Race 2 Argentina fan-favourite and Pata Yamaha with Brixx WorldSBK rider Toprak Razgatlıoğlu delivered an electrifying Superpole Race victory at the tenth round of the 2022 […]

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Superb start but difficult WorldSSP Argentinean round

Oct 24, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Outstanding Bautista: second place in Superpole Race before the victory in Race-2. After a superb start, Rinaldi finishes fifth. Difficult Argentinean round for Bulega: P8 in WorldSSP. Alvaro Bautista rounds off another stellar weekend by […]

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2022 MotoGP World Championship hopes alive this weekend

Oct 24, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Fabio Quartararo kept his 2022 MotoGP World Championship hopes alive this weekend as he flew to third position at the Sepang International Circuit aboard his Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP machine. MotoGP World Champion Fabio […]

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WorldSSP Aegerter treats himself to a double

Oct 24, 2022 Michael Le Pard

The Ducati rider wins Race 2 as well and increases his lead in the championship, Razgatlioglu takes comfort in his Superpole Race win; in WorldSSP Aegerter treats himself to a double FOCUS ON […]

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Extremely close between top three at 2022 Andalucia Rally

Oct 23, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Luciano Benavides has finished the 2022 Andalucia Rally in third place overall. A strong ride on the short, final stage of the Spanish event saw the Husqvarna Factory Racing rider secure his second consecutive event […]

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2022 Andalucia Rally successfully completed

Oct 23, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Kevin Benavides has successfully completed the 2022 Andalucia Rally, finishing in second place. Opening the fourth stage of this final round of the FIM World Rally-Raid Championship, the KTM 450 […]

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