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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.

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Incredible Merzouga Dunes in the south of Morocco

Oct 10, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Skyler Howes and Luciano Benavides have successfully completed the second stage at the 2021 Rallye du Maroc. Covering over 600 kilometres in total, the two FR 450 Rally riders faced […]

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Thrilling MXGP of France in Lacapelle-Marival

Oct 10, 2021 Michael Le Pard

A thrilling MXGP of France, round 12 of 19, in Lacapelle-Marival saw Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s Jeremy Seewer make an exciting return to form. The Swiss rider finished third in race one and sixth […]

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Most scenic stage 2 Rallye du Maroc 2021

Oct 10, 2021 Michael Le Pard

At a total of 609 kilometers, stage two was the longest of the race and included a challenging timed special of 334 kilometers. Described as the ‘most scenic’ stage by race organizers due to the […]

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FIM EWC finale in Most: BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team celebrates maiden victory

Oct 10, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Most. The BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team has made it onto the top step of the podium in the FIM Endurance World Championship (FIM EWC). The team celebrated its first victory in the FIM EWC […]

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Epic Most a nail-biting Showdown by just 7 thousandth of a second

Oct 10, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Close Second for YART Yamaha in Epic Most Showdown A thrilling season finale in the Czech Republic repaid YART Yamaha’s Marvin Fritz, Karel Hanika and Niccolò Canepa’s heroic fightback with a second-place finish, narrowly missing […]

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Czech Republic Heartbreak at Autodrome of Most

Oct 10, 2021 Michael Le Pard

However, the Japanese team showed another time an outstanding display of teamwork, spirit and determination during the last round of the 2021 FIM World Endurance Championship in the Czech Republic. F.C.C. TSR Honda France started […]

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And the 2021 Endurance World Championship (EWC) goes to…

Oct 10, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 9. Yoshimura SERT Motul: GSX-R1000R – 3rd / 1st World Championship. No Limits Motor Team: GSX-R1000R – SST Class – 1st / 2nd World Championship. Suzuki claimed the Endurance […]

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Intense racing dominated Lacapelle-Marival France EMX250 Championship

Oct 9, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Intense racing dominated proceedings at the sixth round of the EMX250 Championship in Lacapelle-Marival, France, today. Riley Yamaha Racing’s Hakon Fredriksen celebrated his first race and overall win of 2021, while Hutten Metaal Yamaha Official […]

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Frustratingly challenging opening stage at 2021 Rallye du Maroc

Oct 9, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Rally Team’s Adrien Van Beveren, Andrew Short, and Ross Branch have all safely completed a challenging opening stage at the 2021 Rallye du Maroc. With Adrien Van Beveren enjoying a strong, trouble-free […]

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Yoshimura SERT Motul has won 2021 Endurance World Championship

Oct 9, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 9. Yoshimura SERT Motul has just won the 2021 Endurance World Championship at the Autodrom Most circuit in the Czech Republic! Team riders Gregg Black, Xavier Simeon and Sylvain […]

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2021 Rallye du Maroc Sandstorm proved to be real challenge for riders

Oct 9, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Luciano Benavides has completed his first full stage riding the new 2022 FR 450 Rally in a solid ninth place. A navigation error while running in fourth dropped teammate Skyler […]

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RED BULL KTM SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE STAGE ONE AT RALLYE DU MAROC

Oct 9, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Round four of the FIM Cross-Country Rallies World Championship opened with a short 10-kilometer Prologue to determine the start order for Saturday’s stage one. With riders opting for strategy rather than out-an-out speed, many eased […]

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WEEKEND RACING ACTION SCHEDULE – OCTOBER 9TH

Oct 9, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 8. The second weekend of October will see a new Endurance World Champion crowned. The fourth and final round of the 2021 EWC is taking place tomorrow (Saturday) and […]

Inspiration Friday: Rising Gas Prices

Inspiration Friday: Rising Gas Prices

Oct 8, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Not my favorite topic but Inspiration Friday: Rising Gas Prices is this weeks hot button around the world. Gas shortages, skyrocketing energy prices, high demand, low supply, canceled pipelines. Back in 2012 Obama said, on […]

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Final qualifying session 6 Hours of Most Czech Republic

Oct 8, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 7. Yoshimura SERT Motul: GSX-R1000R – 3RD (1.34.212) The Yoshimura SERT Motul team will start the 6 Hours of Most in the Czech Republic on Saturday from third position […]

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