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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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Gagne Inches Closer to MotoAmerica Superbike Crown with 14th-Straight Win

Sep 12, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Fresh N’ Lean Attack Performance Yamaha Racing’s Jake Gagne scored another dominant victory in today’s race one of the MotoAmerica Superbike tripleheader at the New Jersey Motorsports Park in Millville, New Jersey. His impressive 14th-straight […]

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Australian phenom takes first national title at age 18

Sep 12, 2021 Michael Le Pard

September 12, 2021 — RANCHO CORDOVA, Calif Team Honda HRC rider Jett Lawrence wrapped up the 2021 AMA Pro Motocross 250MX Championship today during the Hangtown Motocross Classic season finale, posting 8-3 moto scores for a […]

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Long summer of AMA Pro Motocross racing concludes

Sep 12, 2021 Michael Le Pard

The Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team concluded a long summer of AMA Pro Motocross racing on Saturday with the 12th and final round taking place in Rancho Cordova, California. RJ Hampshire pushed through adversity […]

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Strong finish to the 2021 AMA Pro Motocross Championship

Sep 12, 2021 Michael Le Pard

RANCHO CORDOVA, Calif. – The Red Bull KTM Factory Racing Team had a strong finish to the 2021 AMA Pro Motocross Championship as Cooper Webb and Max Vohland both scored season-best finishes at the Hangtown Motocross Classic […]

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FLORIDA NATIVE INKS TWO-YEAR DEAL FOR AMA SUPERCROSS AND MOTOCROSS SERIES

Sep 12, 2021 Michael Le Pard

The Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team is pleased to officially announce that Malcolm Stewart has inked a two-year deal to join the team’s 450 efforts in both AMA Supercross World Championship and AMA Pro […]

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Picture-perfect qualifying for the Italian team

Sep 12, 2021 Michael Le Pard

The qualifying for the Aragon GP, held this afternoon at the MotorLand Aragón (Spain) and scene of tomorrow’s thirteenth Grand Prix for the 2021 MotoGP World Championship, will go down in Ducati’s history. Thanks to […]

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MotoGP flurry of fast laps at MotorLand Aragon

Sep 12, 2021 Michael Le Pard

For the second Grand Prix in a row, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Brad Binder was the lead qualifier as the South African made the cut from Q1 to Q2 and will line-up in 12th […]

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Improvements were needed from the get-go at MotoGP Motorland Aragón circuit

Sep 12, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – September 11. Grid positions for Aragon GP: Joan Mir: 7th – 1’47.162 (+ 0.840) Alex Rins: 20th – 1’47.790 (Q1) Improvements were needed from the get-go at Motorland Aragón circuit […]

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Problematic Bumps foil Ducati at MotoAmerica New Jersey

Sep 11, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Sunnyvale, Calif., September 10, 2021 – It was a solid Friday performance for Ducati stars Loris Baz (Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati New York) and Kyle Wyman (Panera Bread Ducati) as MotoAmerica returned to New Jersey for […]

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WEEKEND RACING ACTION SCHEDULE – SEPTEMBER 11-12TH

Sep 11, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – September 10. The second weekend of September sees Suzuki on track in the USA, UK and Spain for MotoAmerica Superbikes and AMA Pro Motocross, British Superbikes plus MotoGP™. M4 ECSTAR […]

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Extended Coverage to Follow Final Moto of Hangtown Motocross Classic

Sep 11, 2021 Michael Le Pard

With two of the deepest fields of talent in the history of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, the 2021 season of the world’s most prestigious off-road motorcycle racing series has been one to remember. […]

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Unlock your chance to win a Harley-Davidson Motorcycle

Sep 10, 2021 Michael Le Pard

LET’S RIDE CHALLENGE Unlock your chance to win a Harley-Davidson® Motorcycle† Harley-Davidson® is celebrating summer by giving you a chance to win big. Enter daily, complete activities, and track miles using the Harley-Davidson® App to […]

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First day of free practices at MotoGP Aragon GP

Sep 10, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Jack Miller closed on top the first day of free practices of the Aragon GP, the thirteenth round of the 2021 MotoGP season, held this weekend at the MotorLand Aragon (Alcañiz). The Ducati Lenovo Team […]

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The Suzuki Demo Tour Continues With The Progressive IMS Outdoors Tour in Pennsylvania

Sep 10, 2021 Michael Le Pard

The Suzuki demo tours are moving on to their next exciting stop in beautiful Pennsylvania. Be sure to get there early to reserve your demo ride on your favorite Suzuki motorcycle. The Suzuki demo tour will […]

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HERO Challenge: featuring motocross, enduro, and superenduro elements

Sep 10, 2021 Michael Le Pard

An unknown event for almost all top HEWC competitors, HERO Challenge will include a qualifying race on Saturday featuring motocross, enduro, and superenduro elements. Taking things into the evening, the top 30 qualifiers will compete in […]

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