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.

Marshal Weltin raced to career-best finish at 2022 AMA Pro Motocross Series

Jul 6, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – July 5. Marshal Weltin: Suzuki RM-Z450 – 10-12 Brandon Hartranft: Suzuki RM-Z450 – 13-13 Carson Mumford: Suzuki RM-Z250 – 13-13 Twisted Tea Suzuki Presented by Progressive Insurance’s Marshal Weltin raced […]

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2023 Vespa Tinder’s Justin Bieber

Jul 5, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Last week it was 2023 Harley-Davidson eBikes, this week, Justin Bieber is on the front page of Total Motorcycle…what gives? Introducing 2023 Vespa Tinder’s Justin Bieber’s newest and latest “WHERE ARE U NOW” monochromatic artistic […]

Metzeler was on the highest step of the EnduroGP podiums

Jul 4, 2022 Michael Le Pard

The fourth round of the FIM EnduroGP World Championship took place in Portugal: Metzeler was on the highest step of the podiums with Andrea Verona, Nathan Watson, Brad Freeman e Harry Edmondson Coimbra – Souselas […]

Portugal EnduroGP high mounted rider spirits deliver

Jul 3, 2022 Michael Le Pard

COMPETITIVE SHOWING FOR MIKAEL PERSSON AT ENDUROGP OF PORTUGAL HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING RIDER TAKES ENDURO3 CLASS PODIUM AT ROUND FOUR OF THE FIM ENDUROGP WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP Entering the second half of the FIM EnduroGP World […]

Top 5 cookin in the Levi Kitchen at RedBud Motocross

Jul 3, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing’s Levi Kitchen finished fifth overall in the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross 250 class with a 9-4 moto score at yesterday’s RedBud National in Buchanan, Michigan. Justin Cooper also fought back […]

Festive crowd in Buchannan Michigan for Lucas Oil Pro Motocross 450MX Championship

Jul 3, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing’s Eli Tomac took an emphatic overall victory at yesterday’s RedBud National, dominating both motos to make gains in the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross 450MX Championship. Teammate Christian Craig had a […]

First Japanese Rider to Win in the 250 Class Motocross

Jul 3, 2022 Michael Le Pard

BUCHANAN, Mich. (July 2, 2022) – The annual Fourth of July tradition and KTM RedBud National greeted racing fans with perfect weather at Round 5 of the 50th Anniversary of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, […]

KTM RedBud National Highlights: Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship

Jul 3, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Perfect weather conditions at Michigan’s RedBud MX brought out the best in the stars of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, at the fifth round of the 50th anniversary season. The […]

Celebrate America’s Fourth of July weekend at crowd-favorite KTM RedBud National

Jul 3, 2022 Michael Le Pard

BUCHANAN, Mich. – The Red Bull KTM Factory Racing team landed in Buchanan, Michigan on Saturday to celebrate America’s Fourth of July weekend at the crowd-favorite KTM RedBud National. With a warm welcome back to the Midwest, […]

Career-best 250MX performance for Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing

Jul 3, 2022 Michael Le Pard

It was a career-best 250MX performance for Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Stilez Robertson, who put in an astounding ride for third overall at the RedBud National in Buchanan, Michigan. With 3-5 moto scores, Robertson […]

Second Generation Racer Sweeps Motos for Yamaha on Eve of Pro National

Jul 2, 2022 Michael Le Pard

BUCHANAN, Mich. (July 2, 2022) – On the eve of the KTM RedBud National, the fifth round of the 50th Anniversary of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, the 2022 MX Sports […]

Two Time 450 Motocross Champion to Stake Claim for FIM World Supercross Championship

Jul 2, 2022 Michael Le Pard

SX Global, the Australian sports and entertainment company spearheading the FIM World Supercross Championship (WSX), is pleased to announce that two-time 450 motocross champion Ken Roczen has officially committed to compete in the 2022 FIM-sanctioned World Supercross […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

Marshal Weltin raced to career-best finish at 2022 AMA Pro Motocross Series

2023 Vespa Tinder’s Justin Bieber

Metzeler was on the highest step of the EnduroGP podiums

Portugal EnduroGP high mounted rider spirits deliver

Top 5 cookin in the Levi Kitchen at RedBud Motocross

Festive crowd in Buchannan Michigan for Lucas Oil Pro Motocross 450MX Championship

First Japanese Rider to Win in the 250 Class Motocross

KTM RedBud National Highlights: Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship

Celebrate America’s Fourth of July weekend at crowd-favorite KTM RedBud National

Career-best 250MX performance for Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing

Second Generation Racer Sweeps Motos for Yamaha on Eve of Pro National

Two Time 450 Motocross Champion to Stake Claim for FIM World Supercross Championship

Star Studded Rider Lineup Roars Into Cardiff Supercross British Grand Prix

Sim Racing: Second round of the MotoGP Global Series Bugatti Circuit in Le Mans

Massive 60% Drop in American Honda Sales due to supply challenges

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