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.

READY TO RACE 2022 SEASON ON ALL-NEW KTM FACTORY EDITION MODELS

Dec 9, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Cooper Webb, Marvin Musquin and Aaron Plessinger will officially debut the all-new KTM 450 SX-F FACTORY EDITION at the Anaheim SX opener on January 8, 2022, while Max Vohland is set to race the KTM […]

2022 OFF-ROAD TEAM LINEUP ANNOUNCED

Dec 8, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Together with the announcement of Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s 2022 off-road racing team lineup, Husqvarna Motorcycles North America, Inc. is pleased to also welcome Anthony DiBasilio as Team Manager of the highly accomplished program. […]

Dare DeMartile Signs with Beta Racing

Dec 8, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Beta is pleased to announce that Dare DeMartile has signed a two-year deal to race for the Factory Beta USA team. The Lincoln, CA resident raced a partial schedule in 2021 and put Beta on […]

Honda Racing UK announce Pirelli National Superstock support package

Dec 8, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Honda Racing UK, the reigning Pirelli National Superstock Champions has announced an exciting new support package for teams and riders looking to compete in the Pirelli National Superstock Championship aboard the Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP […]

2021 North American Environmental Report

Dec 8, 2021 Michael Le Pard

December 7, 2021 — MARYSVILLE, Ohio Honda today released its environmental activities data for North America covering the fiscal year ending March 31, 2021 (FY 2021). This marks the 17th consecutive year that Honda has released […]

50 New 2022 Suzuki Motorcycles Launched!

Dec 6, 2021 Michael Le Pard

An early Merry Christmas from Suzuki and Total Motorcycle as we present over 50 new must-see 2022 Suzuki motorcycle models! Plus 16 brand-new Suzuki models you haven’t seen before! New Suzuki sportbikes, street, standard, sport, […]

Sudden death of KTM MX2 factory racer Rene Hofer

Dec 5, 2021 Michael Le Pard

The entire KTM family is deeply saddened by the terrible news that MX2 factory racer Rene Hofer, along with two of his friends, has passed away following a skiing incident in Austria. KTM would like […]

Happy and hungry riding ends opening round FIM SuperEnduro World Championship Poland

Dec 5, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Competing indoors for the first time since 2018, Mani arrived in Poland nursing a wrist injury, yet nevertheless showed impressive speed inside the Atlas Arena to finish on the podium at the first time of asking. Kicking […]

HUSQVARNA SWEEPS ALL FINALS TO WIN SUPERENDURO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP

Dec 5, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Billy Bolt came out swinging at the long-awaited FIM SuperEnduro World Championship opener in Lodz, Poland, earning a deserved overall win and a healthy early championship lead. Quickly reminding everyone […]

Motorcycle Live 2021 Show Schedule: NEC Birmingham UK

Dec 4, 2021 Michael Le Pard

KICKSTART YOUR ADVENTURE TO THE UK’S BIGGEST MOTORCYCLE SHOW. The UK’s biggest motorcycle show opens its doors! Motorcycle Live, in association with Bikesure Insurance, returns to The NEC, Birmingham from Saturday 4 – Sunday 12 […]

Inspiration Friday: Spread Festive Cheer

Dec 3, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Did you notice TMW Christmas decorations are up? December…snow, Christmas trees, holly, lights, music, social get-togethers, egg nog, presents, boxing day, midnight masses, ice skating, hot chocolate, it’s time for Inspiration Friday Spread Festive Cheer! […]