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[ Nov 11, 2025 ] Pirelli arrive at Moto2 and Moto3 grand finale in Valencia News
[ Nov 11, 2025 ] Aprilia Racing heads to the grand finale in Valencia with the complete line-up News
[ Nov 11, 2025 ] Magnificent Maio Wins Opening Stage of Addax Rally News
[ Nov 11, 2025 ] Leandro Mercado Joins Yamalube YART Yamaha for 2026 News
[ Nov 11, 2025 ] Albert Arenas and Aldi Satya Mahendra to Race in WorldSSP with AS Racing and Yamaha R9 in 2026 News
[ Nov 10, 2025 ] Ducati test post News
[ Nov 10, 2025 ] Early Gift: 2026 Harley-Davidson Motorcycles & Veterans Day News
[ Nov 9, 2025 ] Bulega scores first MotoGP point with the Ducati Lenovo Team News
[ Nov 9, 2025 ] Marco Bezzecchi dominates and wins in Portimão News
[ Nov 9, 2025 ] top five breakthrough at Portuguese MotoGP News
[ Nov 9, 2025 ] Alex Márquez’s Portuguese GP spectacular win with Ducati of the Gresini Racing Team News
[ Nov 9, 2025 ] Moreira wins the very fast Moto2 race and stakes a claim on the title Quiles’ success in Moto3 News
[ Nov 9, 2025 ] Podium for Aprilia Racing and Marco Bezzecchi in the Portimão sprint race News
[ Nov 9, 2025 ] Rockstar Energy Husqvarna’s Ryder LeBlond P7 at Redmond AMA EnduroCross News
[ Nov 9, 2025 ] P2 for Acosta and 0.1 of a second from Portuguese MotoGP Sprint victory News

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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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Day 1 at Donington despite Ducati’s crash in FP2

Jul 11, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Friday at Donington ends with Nicolò Bulega in first place. Alvaro Bautista finished eleventh, half a second behind his teammate. However, it was a rather tricky Friday for the Italian rider, who had to deal […]

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GYTR GRT Yamaha Builds Race Pace on Opening Day at Donington

Jul 11, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team kicked off Round 7 of the 2025 WorldSBK season at Donington Park, Great Britain, with Dominique Aegerter and Remy Gardner focusing on race pace in the opening day to […]

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First Pole Position of 2025 for Manzi at Donington Park

Jul 11, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Stefano Manzi will line-up on pole position for the first FIM Supersport World Championship race of the weekend at Donington Park, with the Yamaha R9 riders well within the mix throughout a positive day […]

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BMW Motorrad rocks the Alps at BMW Motorrad Days 2025 in Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Jul 11, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Munich. After the successful return of the BMW Motorrad Days to Garmisch-Partenkirchen in 2024, the Hausberg became once again in 2025 the international hotspot of BMW Motorrad lifestyle and pure motorcycle culture for over 40,000 fans […]

WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT: RED BULL RIDER TRIUMPH AMBASSADOR & DAKAR CHAMPION SAM SUNDERLAND

WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT: RED BULL RIDER TRIUMPH AMBASSADOR & DAKAR CHAMPION SAM SUNDERLAND

Jul 11, 2025 Michael Le Pard

AROUND THE WORLD IN 19 DAYS: DAKAR CHAMPION SAM SUNDERLAND ANNOUNCES WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT Two-time Dakar Rally Champion Sam Sunderland reveals attempt to claim the record for fastest circumnavigation of the world on a motorcycle […]

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Special Livery to Celebrate Yamaha’s 70th Anniversary at MXGP of Finland

Jul 11, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP Team Unveils Special Livery to Celebrate Yamaha’s 70th Anniversary at MXGP of Finland In celebration of Yamaha’s 70th anniversary, the Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP team today unveiled a […]

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Seventh round 2025 WorldSBK season at Donington

Jul 11, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The 2025 WorldSBK season has just passed the halfway point. The seventh round will take place at Donington Park (England), with Nicolò Bulega leading the world standings and Alvaro Bautista just one step away from […]

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Safety isn’t optional – just ask Nic von Rupp and ATVEA

Jul 11, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Safety isn’t optional – just ask Nic von Rupp Whether it’s riding a wave or an ATV, professional big wave surfer and Yamaha ambassador Nic von Rupp knows the thrill of the ride—and the […]

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HARLEY-DAVIDSON MAKES IT EASIER THAN EVER TO RIDE: NEW HERO CASH

Jul 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard

HARLEY-DAVIDSON MAKES IT EASIER THAN EVER TO RIDE: NEW HERO CASH OFFERS AND LOWER PRICES ON SELECT TOURING AND CRUISER MODELS Recognizing Those Who Serve with a Goal of Donating up to $1 Million to […]

Indian Motorcycle unveils custom Chieftain PowerPlus built by Jeremy “Twitch” Stenberg for Ryan Sheckler

Indian Motorcycle unveils custom Chieftain PowerPlus by Jeremy “Twitch” Stenberg for Ryan Sheckler

Jul 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Indian Motorcycle, America’s FirstMotorcycle Company, today released the latest episode of the Forged video series where pro skateboarder and adrenaline junkie Ryan Sheckler gets his first look at a bike that’s as bold and relentless […]

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MV AGUSTA RETURNS TO FULL INDEPENDENCE UNDER ART OF MOBILITY OWNERSHIP

Jul 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard

MV Agusta Motor S.p.A. announces the successful closing of the transaction that returns 100% ownership of the company to Art of Mobility, reaffirming its strategic independence and long-term vision. The two-year partnership with KTM AG […]

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KTM POWERS INTO 2025 WITH STRONG GLOBAL PERFORMANCE

Jul 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard

KTM is off to a powerful start in 2025, achieving impressive results across global markets in the first half of the year. This momentum underscores the continued demand for KTM’s high-performance motorcycles and the enduring […]

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New Horizons as Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP & MX2 Arrive at All-New KymiRing

Jul 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard

After a rare two-week break in the MXGP calendar, the Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP and MX2 teams are recharged and ready to return to action, with the 13th round of the FIM Motocross World […]

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UK Round of WorldSBK where weather plays a key role

Jul 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Pirelli tackles Donington with standard solutions For the UK Round of WorldSBK, where the weather could play a key role in tyre selection, Pirelli is fielding exclusively standard slicks and rain solutions. · With the UK Round scheduled […]

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Joey Dunlop & Jonathan Rea: A Racing Connection Spanning Three Generations

Jul 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard

As Yamaha Motor marks its 70th anniversary in 2025, its racing legacy is defined not just by the machines it has built but by the people and stories that have shaped its history. This is […]

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