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.

New 2026 BETA Sincro Factory Models Launched!

Mar 9, 2026 Michael Le Pard

The moment eagerly awaited by trial enthusiasts has arrived: Beta launches the new Sincro Factory. After revolutionizing the game with the introduction of the all-new 2026 Sincro, Beta continues its tradition with the introduction […]

MXGP 2026 Opener: Everts secures fourth while De Wolf recovers

Mar 9, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing launched its 2026 FIM Motocross World Championship campaign at the spectacular new Bariloche MX Race Track in Patagonia, Argentina. Liam Everts delivered an impressive performance in the MX2 class to secure […]

MXGP top five for Lucas Coenen and MX2 victory for Simon Laengenfelder at season-opening Grand Prix of Argentina

Mar 9, 2026 Michael Le Pard

MXGP began for 2026 and 19 rounds in 17 different countries with the first of four ‘flyaway’ events taking the series to Argentina. The new Bariloche MX Race Track entertained fans following the MXGP and […]

challenging debut for Ducati at the Argentine Grand Prix

Mar 9, 2026 Michael Le Pard

• Calvin Vlaanderen and Andrea Bonacorsi show good speed in Bariloche • Positive World Championship debut for Mancini with the Desmo250 MX The Argentine Grand Prix, the opening round of the FIM Motocross World Championship, […]

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing and Korie Steede take Talladega GNCC victory

Mar 9, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Korie Steede claimed her first victory of the 2026 Grand National Cross Country Series season at the Talladega GNCC, with the defending WXC Champion charging hard despite the rain-affected conditions […]

Tim Gajser Fights to Fourth Overall at MXGP Round One

Mar 9, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP Team’s Tim Gajser has delivered improving race results at the MXGP of Argentina to secure fourth overall. Making his Grand Prix debut for the team at the Bariloche circuit, […]

Janis Reisulis Impresses with Fifth Overall at MX2 Season Opener in Argentina

Mar 9, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2 Team’s Janis Reisulis has finished in a fine fifth overall at round one of the 2026 FIM MX2 Motocross World Championship. The Latvian stormed to the holeshot in the […]

BMW Goes Super Hooligan: New 2026 BMW R1300R Roadster!

Mar 9, 2026 Michael Le Pard

BMW may not be synonymous with Hooliganism, but back in the day, way back, 50 years ago in fact, in 1976, it was part of their culture. So much so the BMW R90S motorcycle made […]

Red Bull Ducati Factory MXGP Team launch

Mar 8, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull Ducati Factory MXGP Team launch exciting new era at opening Argentina Round of the 2026 FIM Motocross World Championship Andrea Bonacorsi and Calvin Vlaanderen join Jeremy Seewer to debut the Ducati Desmo450 MX […]

FIM Motocross World Championship kicks off in Argentina

Mar 8, 2026 Michael Le Pard

• Calvin Vlaanderen scores his first points with the Desmo450 MX • Positive start for the Desmo250 MX with Simone Mancini A final glimpse of the Patagonian summer, with mild temperatures and a breezy climate, […]

Consistent Triple Crown points for Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing in Indianapolis

Mar 8, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider Daxton Bennick claimed a convincing fourth-place finish at the Indianapolis Triple Crown on Saturday night, as 450SX teammate Malcolm Stewart powered to seventh overall in Round 9 of the […]

LETTENBICHLER CLAIMS FOURTH AT SUPERENDURO FINALE IN FRANCE

Mar 8, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Manuel Lettenbichler wrapped up his 2026 FIM SuperEnduro World Championship campaign with a strong showing at the final round in Douai, France. Delivering consistent performances across the three Prestige races, the German […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

New 2026 BETA Sincro Factory Models Launched!

MXGP 2026 Opener: Everts secures fourth while De Wolf recovers

MXGP top five for Lucas Coenen and MX2 victory for Simon Laengenfelder at season-opening Grand Prix of Argentina

challenging debut for Ducati at the Argentine Grand Prix

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing and Korie Steede take Talladega GNCC victory

Tim Gajser Fights to Fourth Overall at MXGP Round One

Janis Reisulis Impresses with Fifth Overall at MX2 Season Opener in Argentina

BMW Goes Super Hooligan: New 2026 BMW R1300R Roadster!

Red Bull Ducati Factory MXGP Team launch

FIM Motocross World Championship kicks off in Argentina

Consistent Triple Crown points for Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing in Indianapolis

LETTENBICHLER CLAIMS FOURTH AT SUPERENDURO FINALE IN FRANCE

ELI TOMAC AND RED BULL KTM FACTORY RACING FINISH P2 AT INDIANAPOLIS TRIPLE CROWN

Indian Motorcycle today kicked off the 2026 Mission King of the Baggers

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE ENTERS MULTI-YEAR AGREEMENT WITH VANCE & HINES MOTORSPORTS

New Indian Motorcycle Signature Series: Ultra Exclusive & Extremely Limited!

New Harley-Davidson Deadwood Offers up WWII Spirit of Freedom

Are the new 2027 BMW’s the Best Lineup to Date?

New 2026 BMW Motorrad Concept RR: Unleash the Beast!