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.

Very competitive Ducati back to Jerez de la Frontera Spanish MotoGP

Apr 28, 2021 Michael Le Pard

The Spanish GP, the fourth round of the 2021 MotoGP season, will take place this Sunday at the famous circuit of Jerez de la Frontera. The track, which has been on the calendar since 1987, hosted […]

MotoGP Jerez Brings Painful Memories for Suzuki’s Alex Rins

Apr 28, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – April 28. The fourth round of the fast and furious 2021 MotoGP™ World Championship will take place this weekend at the well-known and well-loved circuit of Jerez – Angel Nieto. […]

Husqvarna Motorcycles announce signing new Cross-Country rally racer

Apr 27, 2021 Michael Le Pard

AMERICAN RALLY STAR TO COMPETE ONBOARD FR 450 RALLY MACHINERY THROUGH 2023 Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce the signing of Skyler Howes to the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing team. Signing a three-year contract, […]

SBK Suzuki Kazuki Watanabe crashes with concussion and bone fractures

Apr 27, 2021 Michael Le Pard

WATANABE WITHDRAWS FROM SUZUKA SBK Team Suzuki Press Office – April 26. Yoshimura SERT Motul rider, Kazuki Watanabe, withdrew from last weekend’s All Japan Superbike round at Suzuka, following a crash in the Free Practice […]

My Bikes Too Lit Suzuki says at Monster Energy AMA/ FIM World Supercross Championship Utah

Apr 27, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – April 26. John Short: RM-Z250 Suzuki – 10th Max Anstie: RM-Z450 Suzuki – 13th Brandon Hartranft: RM-Z450 Suzuki – 18th John Short pulled a top-10 finish in his return to […]

Intensely emotional day as MotoGP riders meet at Misano Circuit to remember

Apr 27, 2021 Michael Le Pard

A DAY OF FRIENDSHIP AND LOVE FOR BIKES, WITH A SAVE-THE-DATE FOR ALL ENTHUSIASTS IN 2022 WHEN, AT LONG LAST WITH THE GREAT PARTICIPATION OF THE FANS, THE APRILIA ALL STARS EVENT WILL RETURN ALEIX […]

National Enduro – Round 2 Forrest Hills Recap

Apr 27, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Round 2 of the National Enduro brought with it heavy rains on Friday that almost lead to the cancellation of the event. The NEPG crew did a great job of getting the course ready for […]

2021 MV Agusta: In Pursuit of Perfection

Apr 26, 2021 Michael Le Pard

“We do not simply build motorcycles, we craft emotions. We look to the future, and build machines that are always one step ahead.” 2021 MV Agusta: In Pursuit of Perfection. MV Agusta has inspired many […]

Husqvarna Motorcycles Immediately Retires Superstar Racer

Apr 26, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Motorcycles would like to thank Pablo Quintanilla for his commitment, enthusiasm and successes throughout his five seasons with the team, racing both the FIM Cross-Country Rallies World Championship and the Dakar Rally. Husqvarna Motorcycles […]