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.

Malcolm Stewart Continues to Rehab and miss upcoming AMA Pro Motocross Championship

May 20, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Malcolm Stewart is expected to miss the first half of the upcoming AMA Pro Motocross Championship as he continues to rehab an ongoing knee injury sustained during the Supercross season. […]

Very positive indications for the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team WorldSSP Estoril

May 20, 2022 Michael Le Pard

The Friday’s free practices for the Estoril Round, the third event of the 2022 WorldSBK season, concluded at the Circuito Estoril (Portugal) with very positive indications for the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team. Alvaro Bautista […]

Topping the timesheets as Supersport action commenced in Estoril

May 20, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Reigning World Supersport champion Dominique Aegerter led the way as World Supersport action commenced in Estoril for round three of the 2022 season. The Ten Kate Yamaha WorldSSP Supported Team rider was the only rider […]

Blisteringly quick WorldSBK Estoril qualifying

May 20, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Top Three for GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team on Opening Day at Estoril After almost a month since its last outing, the GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team returned to action at Circuito Estoril, going third […]

Inspiration Friday: 36th Biker Fest International

May 20, 2022 Michael Le Pard

This weekend is the 36th edition of the Biker Fest Custom Bike Show with thousands of custom bikes, events, festivals, tours, demo rides and much more. Welcome #199 Inspiration Friday: 36th Biker Fest International Guide, […]

WorldSBK Star to Test New Yamaha R3 at Motodromo Castelletto di Branduzzo

May 20, 2022 Michael Le Pard

FIM Superbike World Championship star Andrea Locatelli became the latest Yamaha WorldSBK rider to enjoy the 2022 Yamaha R3 this year, with a test run at the Motodromo Castelletto di Branduzzo circuit. The Pata […]

Ardennes Rollercoaster Preparation for 24H SPA EWC Motos

May 20, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Spa-Francorchamps. On the first weekend in June there is another highlight in store for the BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team in the FIM Endurance World Championship (FIM EWC): the return of motorcycle endurance racing to […]

Ready For Redemption At VIRginia International Raceway MotoAmerica

May 20, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Sunnyvale, Calif., May 18, 2022—The 2022 MotoAmerica Superbike Championship heads to VIRginia International Raceway this weekend for round three of 10 with America’s quickest SBK riders chasing the ultimate Italian duo: Danilo Petrucci and his […]

Valuable technical data for newly-renovated EWC circuit Spa Francorchamps

May 20, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – May 18. Yoshimura SERT Motul: GSX-R1000R – 2nd (2:20.396) Yoshimura Suzuki Endurance Racing Team Motul completed its two-day test at the Spa Francorchamps circuit in Belgium today with a strong […]

Going racing on a circuit you don’t know: WorldSBK Circuit Estoril

May 20, 2022 Michael Le Pard

A month has passed since SBK Assen Round, when on Race-2 Alvaro Bautista took an extraordinary victory that allowed him to close out the Dutch weekend with an 18-point lead over Jonathan Rea (Kawasaki) in the WorldSBK […]

Returning to the legendary Belgian Circuit for first time since 2001

May 20, 2022 Michael Le Pard

YART Yamaha Get to Grips with Spa-Francorchamps The Yamalube YART Yamaha Official EWC Team ended the two-day Pre-Test at the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps in third overall ahead of Round 2 of the FIM Endurance World […]

The Man To Beat in MotoAmerica Supersport

May 20, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Sunnyvale, Calif., May 19, 2022 — Following a perfect opening race weekend for the MotoAmerica Supersport class a month ago at Road Atlanta, Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC’s Josh Herrin will keep the focus full throttle […]

Huge strides at Oulton Park sets Donington Park BSB success

May 20, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – May 19. After a successful week of racing at the North West 200 that saw the Buildbase Suzuki team collect three podium finishes with Richard Cooper aboard Superbike and Superstock […]

2022 MotoStudent competition creates more petrol horsepower

May 20, 2022 Michael Le Pard

The seventh edition of the MotoStudent Competition is promoted by Moto Engineering Foundation and TechnoPark MotorLand in Aragon; a location renowned for autosport development and is also home to staple MotoGP™ Grand Prix venue MotorLand Aragon in […]

Signifies Historic Milestone for 50th Anniversary Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship

May 18, 2022 Michael Le Pard

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (May 11, 2022) – Mere weeks away from the first gate drop of the series’ landmark 50th anniversary, MX Sports Pro Racing has introduced a historic milestone for the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross […]