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  • [ May 4, 2026 ] Podium form continues for Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing in GNCC and U.S. Hard Enduro 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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Intense Friday first day of free practices at MotoGP Catalan GP

Jun 4, 2022 Michael Le Pard
Just a few days after the Gran Premio d’Italia at Mugello, Michele Pirro was back on track today with the Ducati Desmosedici GP of the Aruba.it Racing team for the first two free practice sessions for the Gran Premi de Catalunya, […]
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Confident and determined Honda for 6985-kilometre Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps

Jun 4, 2022 Michael Le Pard
The second round of the 2022 FIM Endurance World Championship takes place at the legendary 6.985-kilometre Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps from 2-5 June 2022 with the 24H SPA EWC Motos.   F.C.C. TSR Honda France claimed […]
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Official Video Game for 50th Anniversary of Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship

Jun 4, 2022 Michael Le Pard
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (June 1, 2022) – MX Sports Pro Racing has announced that  MX vs ATV Legends is now the “Official Video Game” of the 2022 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing. The latest […]
Inspiration Friday: 8311 Days of Inspiration
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Inspiration Friday: 8311 Days of Inspiration

Jun 3, 2022 Michael Le Pard
Welcome to Inspiration Friday: 8311 Days of Inspiration, our 201st Friday of Inspiration Friday and 8311 day of Total Motorcycle being online! That’s a lot of days, weeks and free inspiration to support new riders, […]
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Focused but confident on non-qualifying tyres at 24H Spa EWC Motos

Jun 3, 2022 Michael Le Pard
Yoshimura SERT Motul: GSX-R1000R – 4th Reigning World Champion Yoshimura Suzuki Endurance Racing Team Motul set the fourth fastest provisional time in the opening qualifying session of the 24H Spa EWC Motos, in Belgium, today. […]
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Back-to-back Gran Premi de Catalunya MotoGP Rhythm

Jun 3, 2022 Michael Le Pard
The Aruba.it Racing team back on track with Michele Pirro and the Ducati Desmosedici GP for the Gran Premi de Catalunya MotoGP The Aruba.it Racing team’s MotoGP adventure begins with a fascinating back-to-back. Just a […]
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Superbike rider makes his debut at MotoAmerica Road America road course

Jun 2, 2022 Michael Le Pard
Danilo Petrucci Heads to Road America to Defend His Championship Points Lead The Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC superbike rider makes his debut at the classic Midwestern road course Sunnyvale, Calif., June 1, 2022 — […]
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Unprecedented Starting Grid for Exciting WDW2022 Challenge

Jun 2, 2022 Michael Le Pard
A unique race starring the Ducati team riders in MotoGP, Superbike and Supersport that will ignite the passion of the Ducatisti on Saturday, July 23 at World Ducati Week 2022 On Friday, July 22 two […]
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24H SPA EWC Motos in Belgium Endurance World Championship

Jun 2, 2022 Michael Le Pard
Team Suzuki Press Office – June 1. Defending World Champion Yoshimura Suzuki Endurance Racing Team Motul will be on track this weekend for the 24H SPA EWC Motos in Belgium. Round two of the 2022 […]
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Brimming with confidence at MotoAmerica Supersport Road America

Jun 2, 2022 Michael Le Pard
Herrin Riding the Crest of a Wave Heading to Road America Herrin heads into round three of the 2022 MotoAmerica Supersport series with 88 out of a possible 100 points Sunnyvale, Calif., June 1, 2022 […]
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Return to iconic Catalan MotoGP track near Barcelona

Jun 2, 2022 Michael Le Pard
Team Suzuki Press Office – June 2. Team Suzuki Ecstar come into the Catalan Grand Prix following a disheartening race weekend in Italy just days ago where both riders were unable to reach the chequered […]
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Greece Rally FIA European Cup: Mountains of Kastoria

Jun 2, 2022 Michael Le Pard
Ventura Celebrates First Victory with the GYTR Racing Kit YXZ1000R in Greece In only their second FIA European Cup for Cross-Country Bajas round together this year, Quaddy Racing’s Amerigo Ventura and co-driver Mirko Brun conquered […]
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Motovan Partnership Continues Cardo’s Growth Across the Americas

Jun 2, 2022 Michael Le Pard
Plano, TX (June 1st, 2022) Cardo Systems, the global market leader in wireless communication systems for powersports riders, today announced a strategic partnership with Motovan – advancing its growth across the Americas and supporting its overall […]
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36th Biker Fest Bike Show Award Winners

Jun 1, 2022 Michael Le Pard
The long-awaited award ceremony of the most historic continental Custom Bike Show – the first edition was held in 1987 – with a prize pool of over 10,000 euros, was re-presented during the 36th Biker […]
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2022 rendition of Bad Medicine at Fallen Timbers Hard Enduro

Jun 1, 2022 Michael Le Pard
Round 4 of the AMA U.S. Hard Enduro Series brought on some challenging conditions in Little Hocking, Ohio over the weekend and Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Colton Haaker rose to the occasion, securing a […]

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