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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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Media Guide track facts and key factors: BMW i Andretti Motorsport ahead of the Diriyah E-Prix

Feb 24, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Munich. The opening round of Season 7 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship sees BMW i Andretti Motorsport return to successful ground. This weekend’s Diriyah E-Prix (KSA) features the first two night races […]

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Famous MotoGP Team Manager Dies from Pandemic

Feb 23, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – February 23. Today, February 23rd 2021, is a very sad day for the MotoGP family, as it has been announced that Fausto Gresini has lost his battle with the pandemic. […]

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Mechinno and Ducati 2021 MotoGP World Championship partnership continues

Feb 23, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Mechinno confirmed as Technical Partner of Ducati Corse also in 2021 For the third consecutive year, Mechinno renews its partnership with Ducati Corse, supporting the prestigious Italian team in the 2021 MotoGP World Championship. Thanks […]

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Best in the Desert Parker 250 and Big Buck GNCC Round 1 results

Feb 23, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Best in the Desert – Parker 250 Parker, AZ Best in the Desert had its first event of the year at the Parker 250. Rolling into this event with confidence, Beta Racing looked to keep […]

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Suzuki rookie holeshot at Monster Energy AMA/ FIM World Supercross Championship in Orlando

Feb 23, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – February 22. Max Anstie made his 2021 Supercross debut at the weekend’s eighth-round Monster Energy AMA/ FIM World Supercross Championship in Orlando, Florida with a points-scoring ride aboard his Twisted […]

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Harley-Davidson and Vance & Hines American Flat Track $7125 per-race contingency package announced

Feb 23, 2021 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (February 22, 2021) – Progressive American Flat Track and Vance & Hines proudly announced today an expanded support program for riders in AFT’s Production Twins Class. Vance & Hines will take the role of presenting […]

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BMW Creates 67000 sqft digitalization electrification artificial intelligence and autonomous driving center

Feb 23, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Groundbreaking Held During Internal Ceremony with SC Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt. New 67,000 Square Foot Building Will Open in Summer of 2022. Spartanburg, S.C. (February 22, 2021)… Officials of BMW Manufacturing, along with South Carolina […]

Epic 2021 Harley-Davidson Pan America Arrives!

Epic 2021 Harley-Davidson Pan America Arrives!

Feb 22, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Epic 2021 Harley-Davidson Pan America Arrives! 3 years in the making Harley-Davidson’s first adventure tourer arrives and what a motorcycle! If DETOURING is your idea of TOURING then you’ll love features like adaptive ride height, […]

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Crashes red-flags and Restarts Monster Energy AMA Supercross 250SX West season opener

Feb 22, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing’s Justin Cooper won the Monster Energy AMA Supercross 250SX West season opener for the second year running. Although not the traditional Anaheim I, Saturday’s victory at Camping World Stadium in […]

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Riders came out swinging at Monster Energy AMA Supercross doubleheader in Orlando

Feb 22, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing’s Malcolm Stewart and Aaron Plessinger crossed the line seventh and ninth, respectively, at the final round of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross doubleheader in Orlando, Florida. Their rookie teammate Dylan […]

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Unseasonably Cold and Rainy at 2021 Grand National Cross Country South Carolina

Feb 22, 2021 Michael Le Pard

The Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team got off to a strong start in the 2021 Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) Series on Sunday as teammates Thad DuVall and Craig DeLong each secured runner-up finishes […]

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2021 World Off-Road Championship Series Arizona Round 2 Results

Feb 22, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Austin Walton and the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team made their way to Peoria, Arizona on Sunday for Round 2 of the 2021 World Off-Road Championship Series (WORCS) at Canyon MX. Walton raced his […]

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AMA Supercross Jason Anderson made big strides to battle his way back from toe injury

Feb 21, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Jason Anderson made big strides on Saturday for Round 8 of the 2021 AMA Supercross World Championship, earning pole position, a heat-race win and a season-best fifth-place finish in the […]

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New Suzuki rider to contest the 2021 MotoAmerica AMA/ FIM North American Road Racing series

Feb 21, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – February 20. Team Hammer has signed-up Sam Lochoff to contest the 2021 MotoAmerica AMA/ FIM North American Road Racing series. The 18-year-old South African will step up to MotoAmerica Supersport […]

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Red Bull KTM Factory Racing Team Announces Exciting American Flat Track Two-Rider Lineup

Feb 20, 2021 Michael Le Pard

MURRIETA, Calif. (February 19, 2021) – The Red Bull KTM Factory Racing Team is eager to kick off the 2021 American Flat Track Championship next month with an exciting two-rider lineup in the AFT Singles […]

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