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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.

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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 […]

Inspiration Friday 36th Biker Fest International

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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Fresh and fabulous MotoGP teams arrive at Gran Premi de Catalunya

Jun 1, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Less than seven days after the Italian GP and the fantastic victory of Pecco Bagnaia in front of his home crowd, the Ducati Lenovo Team returns to the track this weekend to tackle the ninth […]

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Riders Fired Up for MXGP French Grand Prix

Jun 1, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Following a thrilling Grand Prix in Spain where Maxime Renaux and Glenn Coldenhoff secured Yamaha its first 1-2 finish since the Lombardian Grand Prix in August 2015, the Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP team is […]

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SET FOR 2022 ISLE OF MAN TT?

May 31, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – May 30. Hawk Racing has partnered with Crendon Timber Engineering for this year’s Isle of Man TT races with Shaun Anderson piloting Suzuki GSX-R1000R machinery for the Mallory Park-based squad […]

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2022 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross 12-round Series starts

May 31, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – May 30. Brandon Hartranft: Suzuki RM-Z450 – 16-33 Justin Bogle: Suzuki RM-Z450 – 20-20 Derek Drake: Suzuki RM-Z250 – 15-24 The 2022 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Series started its […]

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Magical weekend which Honda commemorated its 50th anniversary in motocross

May 31, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Team riders take 1-2 finishes in all four motos at Fox Raceway Victories cap off Honda’s celebration of five decades in motocross 2023 Honda CRF450R Guide and 2023 Honda CRF450R 50th Anniversary Guide unveiled On […]

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YART Yamaha Primed for Podium Battle at Spa-Francorchamps

May 31, 2022 Michael Le Pard

The Yamalube YART Yamaha Official EWC Team head to the legendary Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps confident of being able to fight for victory at Round 2 of the FIM Endurance World Championship, the 24H SPA EWC […]

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WORCS Cedar City Idaho Race Results

May 31, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Consistency has been the name of the game for Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Austin Walton this season, as he’s scored top-five results at all rounds of the World Off-Road Championship Series (WORCS) this season. […]

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Women’s Motocross World Championship Spain

May 31, 2022 Michael Le Pard

MJC Yamaha Official EMX125’s Ivano van Erp claimed his first race and round win of the season at the fourth round of the EMX125 Championship in Madrid, Spain. Teammate Karlis Reisulis was a tough challenger […]

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24-hour race at Spa is a real highlight on the calendar

May 31, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Spa-Francorchamps. The BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team has been looking forward to the 24H SPA EWC Motos at Spa-Francorchamps (BEL) for some time. The home race for the squad led by Team Manager Werner Daemen […]

New 2023 KTM Motocross Models

New 2023 KTM Motocross Models

May 30, 2022 Michael Le Pard

New 2023 KTM Motocross Models have launched and are you ready to get serious? With performance and the search for perfection KTM has motocross covered. With unparalleled torque, power and weight ratios and cornering agility […]

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Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship Highlights: Honda Fox Raceway I National

May 30, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship Highlights: Honda Fox Raceway I National Statement Effort by the Red Riders Headlines 50th Anniversary Opener HONDA FOX RACEWAY I NATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS The anticipated start of the 50th Anniversary of the […]

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