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.

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Nov 11, 2020 Michael Le Pard

This holiday season, show your gratitude to those who matter most with the gift of Slingshot apparel, accessories, lubricants and parts. Save up to $75 off your purchase* through December 31, 2020. GIFT NEXT LEVEL […]

Weird illuminati Artwork Erected at Pyramids of Giza in Egypt

Nov 9, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Cairo/Munich. Already since it’s second edition in 2018, BMW Group is partnering with Art D’Egypte. The fourth edition has recently been announced and will run under the topic “Forever Is Now”. It is set to be […]

“I’m at a loss for words. This is awesome” as Husqvarna GNCC Craig DeLong Wins by Penalty

Nov 9, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Craig DeLong clinched the XC2 250 Pro Championship on Sunday following a season-long battle that came down to the final round of the 2020 AMA Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) […]

Results of final race of the 2020 MX2 season for Yamaha

Nov 8, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2’s Ben Watson closed the book on an inspiring MX2 career with a thrilling race win and Grand Prix victory. The Brit was joined on the podium by SM Action M.C. […]

Yamaha MXGP’s Gautier Paulin celebrates end of incredible career

Nov 8, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s Gautier Paulin celebrated the end of an incredible career on the third step of the podium at the 18th and final round of the FIM Motocross World Championship in Pietramurata, […]

Ducati is second in the Manufacturers’ classification after MotoGP Grand Prix in Valencia

Nov 8, 2020 Michael Le Pard

The Ducati Team riders both finished in the top ten in the twelfth round of the MotoGP World Championship, held today in the dry at the Circuit Ricardo Tormo of Cheste. After two days of […]

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Agonisingly close to snatching victory

Nov 8, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Jed Beaton has placed fourth overall at the final round of the 2020 FIM Motocross World Championship, the MXGP of Garda Trentino. Battling to an opening moto seventh place finish, […]

Rain and heavy showers affect Moto3 Gran Premio de Europa Valenciana

Nov 8, 2020 Michael Le Pard

The weekend began on a challenging note. Rain and heavy showers meant the majority of Moto3 sessions were wet. Romano Fenati was able to use his skill and sensitivity with the FR 250 GP in […]

European MotoGP Grand Prix Tricky for Ducati

Nov 8, 2020 Michael Le Pard

The mixed wet-dry conditions of the Spanish race track complicated the Ducati Team riders qualifying as Dovizioso and Petrucci will start from the twelfth and nineteenth positions on the grid respectively in tomorrow’s European Grand […]

Suzuki very happy as today was really difficult at European MotoGP

Nov 8, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – November 7. Grid positions for the European GP: Alex Rins: 2nd – 1’40.475 Joan Mir: 5th – 1’40.704 The second day of action for the European Grand Prix saw treacherous […]

WEEKEND MOTORCYCLE RACING ACTION – NOVEMBER 8th

Nov 8, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – November 7. The second weekend of November sees Team Suzuki Ecstar on track at the Ricardo Tormo Circuit in Valencia for the first of two back-to-back races. In today’s final […]

2 young Italian riders to make their 2021 MotoGP debut on Ducati Desmosedici GP bikes

Nov 7, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Ducati Corse is pleased to announce that it has reached an agreement with the Esponsorama Racing team and riders Enea Bastianini and Luca Marini, thanks to which the two young Italian riders will make their […]

Danilo Petrucci crashes at MotoGP Valencia in final minutes

Nov 7, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Andrea Dovizioso ends the first day of free practices of the European Grand Prix in Valencia with the eighth time. Petrucci closes in eighteenth position following a crash After a first wet session, Andrea Dovizioso […]

MotoGP triple-header series which will close the 2020 championship

Nov 7, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – November 6. Combined practice times: Alex Rins: 6th – 1’33.157 (+ 0.629) Joan Mir: 10th – 1’33.405 (+ 0.882) MotoGP track action resumed today at Ricardo Tormo circuit in Valencia […]

BMW 0% APR financing plus no payments until 2021 Offer

Nov 7, 2020 Michael Le Pard

BMW SPECIAL OFFERS Offer Details Offered through BMW Financial Services by participating BMW Motorrad dealers through 12/31/2020. APR offer available to eligible, qualified customers with excellent credit history who meet BMW Financial Services’ credit requirements. […]