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  • [ May 16, 2026 ] Aprilia Racing finishes a difficult sprint race in Montmeló with three RS-GP machines in the top 10 News
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  • [ May 16, 2026 ] Francesco Bagnaia and the Ducati Lenovo Team bounce back to sixth in Montmeló’s Sprint News
  • [ May 16, 2026 ] Fastest time and new lap record at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya News
  • [ May 16, 2026 ] Manzi Charges to Top 10 Finish in Race 1 at Most News
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  • [ May 16, 2026 ] Bulega steals the show again in Race 1 at Most setting new records with Pirelli News
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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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New Luxury 2022 BMW Cruisers

Aug 2, 2021 Michael Le Pard
BMW Believes In One Thing Above All: Independence. New luxury 2022 BMW cruisers arrive today, be the first to see the new 2022 BMW R18, BMW R18B, BMW R18 Transcontinental and BMW R18 Classic. Nostalgic […]
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Spectacular return to Brainerd International Raceway following 17-year absence

Aug 1, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Team Suzuki Press Office – August 1. Sean Dylan Kelly: GSX-R600 – 1st Sam Lochoff: GSX-R600 – 3rd Bobby Fong: GSX-R1000R – 2nd Jake Lewis: GSX-R1000R (Stock 1000) – 1st Cameron Petersen: GSX-R1000R – 4th […]
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10th-Straight MotoAmerica Superbike Victory

Aug 1, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Fresh N’ Lean Attack Performance Yamaha Racing’s Jake Gagne overcame adversity from an early race crash to score his 10th-straight MotoAmerica Superbike victory in today’s Race 1 at the Brainerd International Raceway. Fill-in rider JD […]
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Very physical week at FIM Hard Enduro World Championship Romaniacs

Aug 1, 2021 Michael Le Pard
A solid ride from Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Billy Bolt at round four of the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship at Romaniacs, saw him end the weeklong event in fourth. Despite struggling in the […]
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WEEKEND RACING ACTION SCHEDULE – JULY 31ST-AUGUST 1ST

Jul 31, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Team Suzuki Press Office – July 30. The final weekend of July and the first races of August is a Superbike weekend for Suzuki’s GSX-R1000R and GSX-R600 machinery. In America, Round 6 of MotoAmerica AMA […]
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Ladies of BUILD TRAIN RACE take MotoAmerica stage at Brainerd International Raceway

Jul 31, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Milwaukee, WI (Thursday, July 29, 2021) – Royal Enfield’s groundbreaking BUILD. TRAIN. RACE. (BTR) Road Race program, which has invited seven women from all walks to prepare Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 motorcycles for competition and […]
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MotoAmerica returns to Minnesota for first time since 2004

Jul 31, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Sunnyvale, Calif., July 30, 2021 – MotoAmerica returned to Minnesota for the first time since 2004 as America’s fastest Superbike competitors were welcomed back to Brainerd International Raceway today.It was a day of mixed fortunes for […]
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Toughest Red Bull Romaniacs Hard Enduro Rallye Round 4

Jul 31, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Held over five days in the Carpathian Mountains surrounding the host town of Sibiu, Red Bull Romaniacs Hard Enduro Rallye is truly one of the toughest events on the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship calendar. […]
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LIGHTER AND STRONGER WHEELS AVAILABLE NOW FROM HUSQVARNA MOTORCYCLES

Jul 30, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Built to enhance performance and deliver a true factory look, Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to offer its Factory Wheels, available as part of the comprehensive range of Technical Accessories. Available to fit all full-size motocross, […]
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STAPLEFORD STEPS IN FOR NEAVE AT THRUXTON BSB

Jul 30, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Team Suzuki Press Office – July 29. Luke Stapleford will deputise for the injured Tim Neave this weekend riding the Buildbase Suzuki GSX-R1000R Superstock machine at the Thruxton British Superbike Championship in the UK. The […]
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Two-wheeler sales were up 49%

Jul 30, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Piaggio Group Chairman and CEO Roberto Colaninno: “The Piaggio Group closed the first half of 2021 with very positive results at global level, confirming the strong recovery that began in the second half of last year. […]
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KTM’S SEARCH FOR THE ULTIMATE DUKE RIDER FINDS 10 WORTHY CHAMPIONS

Jul 30, 2021 Michael Le Pard
The brief from KTM was simple – “Put up your DUKES,” and show everyone why you deserve the crown, by uploading photos or videos on social media and starting your caption or description with “I’m […]
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Inspiration Friday: International GS Trophy 2022

Jul 30, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Calling all adventure riders…You have 1 year to prepare for a once in a lifetime motorcycling inspiration experience. Total Motorcycle brings you this week’s Inspiration Friday: International GS Trophy 2022, The unknown beauty of Albania. […]
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Yamaha R3 bLU cRU European Cup legendary TT Circuit Assen

Jul 29, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Round three of the Yamaha R3 bLU cRU European Cup was back in action last weekend at the legendary TT Circuit Assen, where Spanish youngster Iker Garcia Abella extended his championship lead to 39 points […]
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CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP vs British MotoGP Superbike Race

Jul 29, 2021 Michael Le Pard
The Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP’s ‘Born to Race’ development ethos has resulted in a Super Sport machine with an unwavering focus on circuit riding and unprecedented levels of performance and control. Leaning heavily on the […]

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