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.

Yamaha Motor to Race at Progressive American Flat Track in 2021

Feb 18, 2021 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (February 17, 2021) – Progressive American Flat Track is proud to confirm that Yamaha Motor Corp. will return as an Official OEM Partner for the upcoming 2021 season. Yamaha is well […]

Viñales Racing Team Becomes Yamaha Supported WorldSSP300 Team

Feb 17, 2021 Michael Le Pard

For the 2021 FIM Supersport 300 World Championship season, the newly formed Viñales Racing Team will be a Yamaha Supported WorldSSP300 Team, fielding young talents Kevin Sabatucci and Dean Berta Viñales. The Spanish outfit […]

Independent Mission American Flat Track SuperTwins Program Announced

Feb 17, 2021 Michael Le Pard

TRIVOLI, Ill. (February 16, 2021) – Progressive American Flat Track Mission® SuperTwins competitor Bronson Bauman announced today the formation of his own Mission SuperTwins effort aboard an Indian FTR750 for the 2021 season. After […]

Local dealership to supported rider for entire professional career

Feb 17, 2021 Michael Le Pard

BEAVERTON, Ore. (February 16, 2021) – Beaverton Motor Cycle Racing will be the title sponsor for No. 67 Davis Fisher in the 2021 Progressive American Flat Track Mission® SuperTwins class. Bob Lanphere Jr., president of […]

HUSQVARNA MOTORCYCLES’ 2021 VITPILEN 401 AND SVARTPILEN 401 AVAILABLE NOW

Feb 16, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Motorcycles North America, Inc. is pleased to announce the immediate availability of the 2021 Vitpilen 401 and Svartpilen 401, single-cylinder machines that match intelligent design with high-end componentry, agile handling and a Swedish-inspired aesthetic. […]

Struggling Suzuki Riders Battle Hard at Orlando Supercross

Feb 16, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – February 16. The first of two Monster Energy AMA/ FIM World Supercross races at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida at the weekend featured a commemorative track design. Twisted Tea/ […]

Progressive American Flat Track and Royal Enfield Renew Multifaceted Partnership

Feb 16, 2021 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (February 15, 2021) – Progressive American Flat Track is pleased to announce it has extended its multifaceted partnership with Royal Enfield North America ahead of the 2021 season. Royal Enfield is […]

Vance & Hines Announces $73000 Sponsorship Program

Feb 16, 2021 Michael Le Pard

SANTA FE SPRINGS, Calif. (February 15, 2021) – Vance & Hines, one of the nation’s premier performance motorcycle accessory manufacturers, announced a full slate of contingency sponsorship payouts for the 2021 American Flat Track (AFT) […]

Harley-Davidson Announces Racing Contingency Support

Feb 16, 2021 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (February 15, 2021) – Harley-Davidson announced today a restructured contingency program to include Progressive American Flat Track‘s Mission® SuperTwins class. Following a near-flawless season that brought an AFT Production Twins championship to this […]