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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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Highly anticipated start of 2022 Dakar Rally

Nov 29, 2021 Michael Le Pard
With just over one month to go before the highly anticipated start of the 2022 Dakar Rally, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing are currently completing their final period of testing before packing their bags and […]
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Yamaha Motor Europe Launches the Yamaha Motor Academy

Nov 29, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Yamaha Motor Europe N.V. is excited to introduce the Yamaha Motor Academy, an institution designed to enhance the knowledge and skills within Yamaha’s European network of dealers and service shops. Officially launching this month, the […]
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EICMA best bike of the show winner

Nov 29, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Varese, November 28, 2021 – At this year’s EICMA, the MV Agusta Superveloce Ago wins the title of  “Best bike of the show”. The contest, organised by Motociclismo magazine and powered by Garmin, saw the […]
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Paris Supercross King Crown MXGP Champion

Nov 28, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing stars Marvin Musquin and Tony Cairoli were among the main protagonists at the La Defense Arena for the Paris Supercross and Europe’s most popular annual SX event. Musquin swept the […]
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WorldSBK Alvaro Bautista back on Ducati Panigale V4R

Nov 27, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Alvaro Bautista back on the Ducati Panigale V4R of the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team in the private test at Jerez de la Frontera (Spain) A few days after the final round of the 2021 […]
Inspiration Friday: Ride Like Rossi
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Inspiration Friday: Ride Like Rossi

Nov 26, 2021 Michael Le Pard
The Man. The Myth. The #46 MotoGP Legend “The Doctor” retires. Inspiration Friday: Ride Like Rossi bring inspiration to all those who followed Valentino Rossi‘s 26 year championship racing career. Rossi was riding bikes from […]
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KTM Factory Racing wish to extend their gratitude to Red Bull KTM Race Manager

Nov 25, 2021 Michael Le Pard
KTM Factory Racing wish to extend their gratitude to Mike Leitner for his application and knowledge towards their MotoGP program as the Austrian steps down from his position as Red Bull KTM Race Manager. 2022 […]
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Suzuka 8 Hours Japan returns after two years absent from 2022 EWC calendar

Nov 25, 2021 Michael Le Pard
ENDURANCE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP RETURNS TO SUZUKA Team Suzuki Press Office – August 24. The Suzuka 8 Hours in Japan will feature on the 2022 EWC calendar after two years absent due to the ongoing Coronavirus […]
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Reigning FIM MX2 Motocross World Champion signs with Yamaha

Nov 24, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Yamaha Motor Europe is delighted to confirm that reigning FIM MX2 Motocross World Champion Maxime Renaux will make the step up to the premier MXGP class in 2022. The 21-year-old Frenchman will join the Monster […]
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Piaggio Group’s operating performance and credit metrics are set to grow

Nov 24, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Piaggio Group: Standard & Poor’s upgrades the rating to “BB-” Nov 24 2021 08:49  Download pdf 130.13 KB And confirms stable outlook Pontedera, 24 November 2021 – Standard & Poor’s Global Ratings (S&P) said it had reviewed the Piaggio Group (PIA.MI) rating, […]
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2021 Yamaha bLU cRU Masterclass Winners Announced!

Nov 24, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Following a successful display of speed, skill and determination, paired with a fantastic attitude off the track at the 2021 bLU cRU Masterclass in Spain earlier this month, Yamaha Motor Europe is pleased to announce […]
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BMW ConnectedRide Cradle smartphone conveniently navigation system

Nov 23, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Munich. For riders who like to use their smartphone for map navigation, BMW Motorrad now offers the ConnectedRide Cradle. The ConnectedRide Cradle serves not only as a simple cradle for comfortably using the smartphone as a […]
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Dirt conditions were outstanding for West Hare Scramble Wilseyville

Nov 23, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Round 8 – West Hare Scramble Wilseyville, CA The last round of the West Hare Scrambles took place in the northern California town of Wilseyville. This was the 68th running of the Wilseyville Hare Scramble […]
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Heavy rainfall season finale in Indonesia for BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team

Nov 23, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Mandalika. Strong performance at the finale in Indonesia: the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team and Michael van der Mark (NED) have rounded off the 2021 season in the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) with a podium […]
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Zach Osborne has announced his retirement

Nov 23, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Wrapping up an illustrious career spanning over 16 years, Zach Osborne has announced his retirement from professional motocross and supercross racing. Over the last seven years, the 32-year-old has secured four major U.S. championships and […]

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