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.

YOSHIMURA ON BOL D’OR POLE

Sep 19, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Yoshimura SERT Motul dominated free practice and qualifying at the Bol d’Or for the final round of the 2025 Endurance World Championship. The Suzuki GSX-R1000R-mounted reigning world champion will kick off the famous 24-Hour event […]

Peristeras Wins Dramatic Yamaha R7 European Cup SuperFinale Race 1

Sep 19, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Ioannis Peristeras won a thrilling Yamaha R7 European Cup SuperFinale Race 1 ahead of Devis Bergamini in second, and third-placed Marco Dias Monteagudo after a sensational nine-lap battle at the Bol d’Or, the final round […]

Yamalube YART Yamaha Secure Third on the Grid for the Title-Deciding Bol d’Or

Sep 19, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The Yamalube YART Yamaha EWC Official Team of Marvin Fritz, Karel Hanika, Jason O’Halloran, and reserve rider Robin Mulhauser qualified third on Friday at the Bol d’Or, which means they head into the 24-hour […]

Price Drop: 2025 Can-Am all-electric motorcycles $4000 off

Sep 19, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The Can-Am Factory Sales Electrifying deals, just for you There’s no better time than now Get your hands on a Can-Am Electric Motorcycle and save up to $4000 on 2025 models with our Factory Sales. […]

Bergamini on Pole for Yamaha R7 European Cup SuperFinale

Sep 19, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Italian Devis Bergamini secured pole position at the Yamaha R7 European Cup SuperFinale on Thursday, with Federico Iacoi in second and Ioannis Peristeras third as the action got underway during the final round of the […]

Taia Little wins 2025 BTR Flat Track Championship in Gripping Season of Racing

Sep 18, 2025 Michael Le Pard

ELDON, Mo. (Sept, 15, 2025) — The Royal Enfield Build. Train. Race. (BTR) Flat Track program held its final race of the 2025 season at the Lake Ozark Raceway in Eldon, Missouri. While the Missouri […]

Rueda makes Moto2 Red Bull KTM Ajo step for 2026

Sep 18, 2025 Michael Le Pard

2025 Moto3™ world championship contender, Jose Antonio Rueda, will continue his KTM GP Academy journey by transitioning into the Moto2 wing of the Red Bull KTM Ajo team alongside Collin Veijer for 2026. The 19-year-old […]

Liam Everts extends multi-year deal with Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing

Sep 18, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing is pleased to announce that Liam Everts has signed a new multi-year agreement to remain with Husqvarna Motorcycles in the FIM Motocross World Championship. Since joining the Nestaan Husqvarna squad […]

Walker leads NE Pro2 National Enduro Championship Chase

Sep 18, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Beta USA’s Jhak Walker continued his strong 2025 National Enduro campaign with another impressive ride at the Lead Belt National Enduro in Missouri. Despite the scorching heat and heavy dust, Walker stayed consistent through the […]

DeMartile Keeps WORCS Winning Streak Alive in Glen Helen

Sep 18, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Beta Factory Rider, Dare DeMartile delivered another dominant performance at round seven of the WORCS Championship, held September 13–14 at Glen Helen Raceway. Armed with his Beta Factory 480 RR, DeMartile rocketed down the start […]

SMX Playoffs Oldenburg Holeshot and Wild Card with St Louis Win

Sep 18, 2025 Michael Le Pard

St. Louis, MO Round Two September 13th, 2025 Oldenburg Holeshot and Wild Card Win, Bloss Rides Strong At round two of the 2025 SMX Playoffs in St. Louis, Beta teammates Mitchell Oldenburg and Benny Bloss […]

Pirelli completes first MotoGP tyre test at Misano

Sep 18, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Giorgio Barbier, Pirelli Moto Racing Director: “We are pleased with the good working relationship and the results achieved. Grip, warm-up speed and confidence are the most appreciated features of our new tyres.” For the test, […]

YRHC Stars Align to Help Celebrate 70th Anniversary at Incredible VMXdN Foxhill

Sep 18, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Legendary motocross stars, including Alessio “Chicco” Chiodi, Ryan Sipes, Ben Townley, Phil Nicoletti, Doug Dubach, Carson Brown, plus many more, brought the two-stroke noise to the Veterans Motocross des Nations in the UK to help […]

YART Ready for Epic Title Showdown at the Bol d’Or

Sep 18, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The Yamalube YART Yamaha EWC Official Team of Marvin Fritz, Karel Hanika, Jason O’Halloran, and reserve rider Robin Mulhauser, who lead the overall standings by one point, are ready for the title showdown to decide […]

Total Motorcycle Online Converter Guide Index

Sep 17, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle Online Converter Guide Index Online Converter Guide Area Energy Force/Torque Fuel Economy Length/Distance Power Pressure Speed Temperature Volume Weight Total Motorcycle’s HUGE Online Converter Guide is a resource to quickly and easily convert […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

YOSHIMURA ON BOL D’OR POLE

Peristeras Wins Dramatic Yamaha R7 European Cup SuperFinale Race 1

Yamalube YART Yamaha Secure Third on the Grid for the Title-Deciding Bol d’Or

Price Drop: 2025 Can-Am all-electric motorcycles $4000 off

Bergamini on Pole for Yamaha R7 European Cup SuperFinale

Taia Little wins 2025 BTR Flat Track Championship in Gripping Season of Racing

Rueda makes Moto2 Red Bull KTM Ajo step for 2026

Liam Everts extends multi-year deal with Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing

Walker leads NE Pro2 National Enduro Championship Chase

DeMartile Keeps WORCS Winning Streak Alive in Glen Helen

SMX Playoffs Oldenburg Holeshot and Wild Card with St Louis Win

Pirelli completes first MotoGP tyre test at Misano

YRHC Stars Align to Help Celebrate 70th Anniversary at Incredible VMXdN Foxhill

YART Ready for Epic Title Showdown at the Bol d’Or

Total Motorcycle Online Converter Guide Index

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