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[ Aug 9, 2026 ] Aprilia dominates the British GP with a podium lockout in the long race News
[ Aug 9, 2026 ] Top five for resilient Acosta at British MotoGP News
[ Aug 9, 2026 ] First Moto2 win for Salač and second Moto3 win for Almansa News
[ Aug 9, 2026 ] Aprilia hat-trick in the sprint of the Grand Prix of Great Britain News
[ Aug 9, 2026 ] 6th for Acosta who dazzles through hard-wearing British MotoGP™ Sprint News
[ Aug 9, 2026 ] Pole positions for Guevara in Moto2 and Ogden in Moto3 at Silverstone News
[ Aug 7, 2026 ] TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES ANNOUNCES CHANGES TO SENIOR LEADERSHIP TEAM News
[ Aug 7, 2026 ] Four Aprilias in the top five on Friday at Silverstone News
[ Aug 7, 2026 ] JASMINE NOELLE CLINCHES 2026 ROYAL ENFIELD BUILD.TRAIN.RACE. CHAMPIONSHIP AS BRYANNA EVERITT CAPS SEASON WITH FINALE VICTORY News
[ Aug 7, 2026 ] This team secures a direct place at Silverstone with the sixth quickest time News
[ Aug 3, 2026 ] Vespa: Beauty on Two-Wheels is more than Performance Numbers 2027 Motorcycle Models
[ Aug 3, 2026 ] Pirelli heads to Silverstone with new rear tires for Moto2 News
[ Aug 3, 2026 ] MX2 podium performance by Laengenfelder at demanding MXGP of Flanders as Adamo also pushes to the top five News
[ Aug 3, 2026 ] Grand Prix of the Flanders MXGP R14 2026 Race Day News
[ Aug 3, 2026 ] MXGP of Flanders: De Wolf charges to home podium at LommelWood 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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Paulin Powers to Podium on Stage 6 of Carta Rallye

Apr 24, 2026 Michael Le Pard

The Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team, in partnership with Riders for Health (powered by Two Wheels for Life), maintained its 100% podium record at the 2026 Carta Rallye in Morocco after Gautier Paulin finished third on […]

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Honda x IXON: New strategic partnership elevates performance

Apr 23, 2026 Michael Le Pard

All-new collections of sports, street and adventure gear tailored to Honda riders Partnership reflects joint passion for motorcycling from both brands New range of clothing will be available exclusively in Honda dealerships across Europe from […]

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Walker with Another Top Ten Overall Finish 2nd in Class Leburn

Apr 23, 2026 Michael Le Pard

he inaugural Rocky Mountain ATV/MC Dukes GNCC in Kentucky proved to be a weekend of grit and mixed fortunes for the Liqui Moly Factory Beta Racing team. Jhak Walker spearheaded the effort with a standout performance, navigating […]

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2026 NATC Rounds 1 & 2 Recap Glen Lyn

Apr 23, 2026 Michael Le Pard

The Beta USA trials team delivered a powerhouse performance at the technical Kairos Resort season opener, anchored by a dominant showing from Jay Gregorowicz, who secured two first-place finishes in the Expert Sportsman class and […]

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Another Podium for Gallas on Stage 5 at Carta Rallye

Apr 23, 2026 Michael Le Pard

The Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team, in partnership with Riders for Health (powered by Two Wheels for Life), continued its superb run at the 2026 Carta Rallye in Morocco, with Kevin Gallas securing second, Alessandro Botturi […]

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New Metzeler SPORTEC range: SPORTEC01 and SPORTEC01RS

Apr 23, 2026 Michael Le Pard

A common DNA, two distinct characters: SPORTEC™ 01 for those who want versatility and easy road handling; SPORTEC™ 01 RS for Road Racing-derived track-focused performance Both adopt the patented DYNATREAD™ adaptive tread pattern technology, […]

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New Global Community Platform Bringing Riders Together Like Never Before

Apr 23, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Valcourt, Quebec, April 23, 2026 – Can-Am, a brand of BRP Inc. (TSX/NASDAQ: DOO), is proud to announce the launch of the 3 Wheel Collective, a new global community platform designed to unite and empower […]

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New compound at the Spanish GP

Apr 22, 2026 Michael Le Pard

In addition to the standard option, Moto2™ riders will also have a supersoft in development specification, the F0192. This uses the same structure as the SCX but is paired with a new compound designed […]

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Rockstar Energy Husqvarna’s Craig DeLong and Korie Steede claim The Dukes GNCC podiums

Apr 22, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Craig DeLong delivered a podium finish at Round 5 of the Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) Series this weekend, while teammate Korie Steede continued her encouraging run of form with […]

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Aprilia Racing heads to Europe: fourth round of the season in Jerez

Apr 22, 2026 Michael Le Pard

MARCO BEZZECCHI AND JORGE MARTÍN ON THE TRACK, LORENZO SAVADORI PARTICIPATING AS WILD CARD Aprilia Racing returns to the track for the fourth round of the season – the first in Europe – at the […]

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The European season kicks off for the Ducati Lenovo Team at historic Jerez

Apr 22, 2026 Michael Le Pard

The Circuito de Jerez – Ángel Nieto, a classic on the MotoGP calendar, hosts the fourth race of 2026 this weekend, the first of the long European season that will last until mid-September. In Andalucia, […]

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Success in MotoAmerica and first podium in Sportbike

Apr 22, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Aprilia shines on the world stage: success in MotoAmerica, first podium in Sportbike, and a solid performance in the EWC IN THE TWINS CUP, SECOND VICTORY OF THE SEASON FOR HANK VOSSBERG, WHO TRIUMPHS IN […]

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Canepa’s Comments: Round 3 – Assen / Le Mans 24 Hour

Apr 22, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Motor Europe’s Road Racing teams faced a busy third weekend in April, with major events taking place at TT Circuit Assen in the Netherlands for round three of the FIM Superbike World Championship, […]

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Stage 4 Victory for Paulin Completes Hat-Trick of Wins for Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team

Apr 22, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Stage 4 Victory for Paulin Completes Hat-Trick of Wins for Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team The Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team, in partnership with Riders for Health (powered by Two Wheels for Life), made it three successive […]

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Gallas Storms to Stage 3 Victory at Carta Rallye

Apr 22, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Gallas Storms to Stage 3 Victory at Carta Rallye The Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team, in partnership with Riders for Health (powered by Two Wheels for Life), secured a second successive stage victory at the […]

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