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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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BMW Motorrad earnings down 47%

Mar 11, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Despite the prevailing economic challenges, BMW Motorrad delivered a total of 169,272 motorcycles and scooters to customers in 2020 (2019: 175,162; -3.4%). In the fourth quarter, deliveries rose slightly by just under 4% to 39,673 units (2019: […]
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Motocross Internazionali d’Italia Series 2nd Stage Results

Mar 10, 2021 Michael Le Pard
A FEW HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE WEEKEND ✔️ 2nd place overall for Andrea Rossi in the 125cc  ✔️ 5th place overall for Valerio Lata in the 125cc ✔️ 6th place for Jeremy Van Horebeek in the MX1 ✔️ 8th place for Alessandro Lupino in the Supercampione     The second stage of the motocross Internazionali d’Italia Series, […]
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2022 Yamaha Snowmobile Lineup: Thrill of Power

Mar 10, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Yamaha Motor‘s industry leading advances aim to inspire you, igniting passion and provide instant excitement when you hear our name. We have been ‘revving your heart’ through time, applying our heritage of manufacturing excellence to […]
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New BMW M8 and BMW M1000RR to “race” at MotoGP

Mar 10, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Munich. Preparations are underway for the 2021 season in the MotoGP World Championship, which begins on 28th March with the Grand Prix of Qatar in Losail. BMW M has been the ‘Official Car of MotoGP’ since […]
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World MotoGP Champion Joan Mir opens up about his winter break

Mar 9, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Team Suzuki Press Office – March 8. Suzuki’s defending World MotoGP™ Champion Joan Mir opens up about his winter break, taking stock of his achievement, plus his mind-set approaching the 2021 season that begins in […]
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Cross rutted in a Supercross rhythm at Daytona International Speedway

Mar 9, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Team Suzuki Press Office – March 6. Max Anstie: RM-Z450 – 14th Brandon Hartranft: RM-Z450 – 19th Suzuki riders delivered solid performances at the Tri-Oval at Daytona International Speedway in Florida at the Monster Energy […]
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All-Star 2022 Honda Models Royally Launched

Mar 8, 2021 Michael Le Pard
All-Star 2022 Honda Models Royally Launched so Let’s get the party started! The most fun bikes are showing up to play with the new 2022 Honda Grom & Honda Grom ABS, long live the Grom! […]
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Monkey off Yamaha’s back at Daytona Supercross

Mar 8, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Plessinger Scores First 450 Supercross Podium in Daytona Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing’s Aaron Plessinger got the podium finish he was looking for, putting in a great ride Saturday night to finish third at the […]
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Interview with MotoGP Team Suzuki Ecstar Project Director Shinichi Sahara

Mar 8, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Team Suzuki Press Office – March 7. Team Suzuki Ecstar Project Director Shinichi Sahara talks about the new management in place for 2021 and the way Suzuki plans to move forward with Suzuki’s World Championship-winning […]
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Ducati fine-tuning their bikes at Losail International Circuit

Mar 8, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Miller closes in second position the first 2021 MotoGP pre-season test in Qatar. Ninth Bagnaia The Ducati Lenovo Team continues its preparations for the 2021 MotoGP World Championship at Losail International Circuit in Doha (Qatar) […]
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New 2022 Suzuki GSX-RR engine tested today

Mar 8, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Team Suzuki Press Office – March 7. Joan Mir: 8th – 1’54.515 (+ 0.575) Alex Rins: 10th – 1’54.658 (+ 0.718) Sylvain Guintoli: 26th – 1’56.762 (+ 2.822) Sunday saw Team Suzuki Ecstar’s riders take […]
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Daytona International Speedway is known for being one of the most challenging supercross tracks

Mar 8, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing’s Justin Cooper overcame challenges to finish just shy of the podium Saturday night at Round 2 of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross 250SX West Championship in Daytona Beach, Florida. Jarrett […]
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Strong start to 2021 Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) Series Florida

Mar 8, 2021 Michael Le Pard
ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING’S THAD DUVALL OUT WITH INJURY Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Craig DeLong is off to a strong start in the 2021 Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) Series after scoring his […]
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Vespa and Aprilia moves into Nepal after India

Mar 8, 2021 Michael Le Pard
The first scooter to be marketed is the Aprilia SXR 160, already established as a benchmark in the premium two-wheeler segment in India  Pontedera – Kathmandu, 08 March 2021 – The Piaggio Group (PIA.MI), which has been […]
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Impressive first-ever MXGP MX1 450cc race win for Husqvarna Rider

Mar 8, 2021 Michael Le Pard
Enjoying a great start in the day’s MX1 moto, a confident Kjer Olsen quickly made a number of passes to move into fourth place during the opening lap. As the race unfolded, the Dane charged […]

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