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.

Husqvarna starts 2021 Moto3 competition with strong line-up of experience and promising youths

Nov 14, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Motorcycles will start 2021 Moto3 competition with the same strong line-up of experience and promising youth thanks to contract renewals with Romano Fenati and Alonso Lopez. Fenati currently sits on the edge of the […]

MotoGP Valencia Ducati not able to be as fast soft tires and tries to understand why

Nov 14, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Positive start of the weekend for Andrea Dovizioso, sixth overall at the end of Day 1 of free practices for the Valencia GP at the Circuit Ricardo Tormo in Cheste, as he closes only 304 […]

Federal Tax Credit is set to Expire December 31st

Nov 14, 2020 Michael Le Pard

The E-motorcycle Federal Tax Credit, also known as the 2-wheeled plug-in tax credit, was included in the tax extenders bill approved by Congress and signed into law by President Donald Trump on Friday December 20, […]

Inspiration Friday: Better than Sony PS5

Nov 13, 2020 Michael Le Pard

While shoppers battle Black Friday lineups to order the latest sold out tech gadget the PS5 we ask, “What’s Better than the Sony PS5?”. While Walmart and Best Buy want you to order the PlayStation […]

Yamaha Motor Europe Announces Exciting 2021 EMX250 Line-Up

Nov 13, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Motor Europe and the Hutten Metaal Yamaha Official EMX250 Team are pleased to confirm a three-rider line-up for the 2021 EMX250 Championship. The team have retained 15-year-old Dutch talent Dave Kooiker and are thrilled […]

GNCC Beta Factory Race Team Signs Cory Buttrick

Nov 13, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Beta Racing is happy to announce that Cory Buttrick has signed a contract to race for the Beta Factory Race Team for the 2021 season. He will race the GNCC events in XC1 class. Buttick […]

Harley-Davidson Refocusing on Company’s Grassroot Heritage Competitive Spirit

Nov 12, 2020 Michael Le Pard

MILWAUKEE, WI (November 12, 2020) – Harley-Davidson is harkening back to the foundations of the company’s competitive spirit by refocusing on building within the brand and celebrating the heritage of grassroots flat track racing by […]

Will Husqvarna Partnership with Rekluse Give them the Edge?

Nov 12, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce its continued partnership with Rekluse, the motorcycle industry’s leading manufacturer of clutch components. The contract extension ensures Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing benefit from the improved performance and reliability […]

Big Stakes for Suzuki’s Joan Mir at MotoGP Valencia Ricardo Tormo circuit

Nov 12, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – November 11. One week after the European Grand Prix, the Valencia Grand Prix will host the penultimate round of the 2020 MotoGP World Championship season – also at Ricardo Tormo […]

Ducati Team returns to Valencia for the penultimate Grand Prix of the 2020 MotoGP season

Nov 11, 2020 Michael Le Pard

The MotoGP World Championship returns to action for the second consecutive time at the Ricardo Tormo Circuit in Cheste (Spain), which, after hosting the European GP last Sunday, will set the stage also for the […]

GNCC 13: Buckwheat 100 and West Hare Scrambles 1 Races

Nov 11, 2020 Michael Le Pard

GNCC – Round 13 Buckwheat 100 Newburg, WV The final round of the 2020 season wrapped up with the Buckwheat 100 in West Virginia. Temperatures were in the mid 70s and the track conditions had […]

HUSQVARNA MOTORCYCLES THOMAS KJER OLSEN MOVES ON TO MXGP

Nov 11, 2020 Michael Le Pard

MX2 STAR ADVANCES TO MXGP FOR 2021 WITH ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING FOLLOWING SUCCESSFUL CAREER ON FC 250 MACHINERY Husqvarna Motorcycles and the Nestaan-MX managed Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing MX2 team would like […]

Special offers this Christmas season with Royal Enfield

Nov 11, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Say more with every ride with Royal Enfield Apparel. This festive season, avail up to 40% off* on select merchandise. Choose from a range of Riding Gear, Lifestyle Apparel and Accessories. Shop Today: https://store.royalenfield.com/festival-sale (no […]

3rd Rider completes Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP team line-up

Nov 11, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Glenn Coldenhoff Completes Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP Line-Up for 2021. Yamaha Motor Europe is pleased to announce that Glenn Coldenhoff will complete the three-rider line-up at the Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP team, where […]

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Nov 11, 2020 Michael Le Pard

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