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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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Ducati Suffers Crash from Cold Tires at Le Mans MotoGP

Oct 10, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Danilo Petrucci finished fourth overall on Day 1 of free practice of the MotoGP Grand Prix de France, scheduled for this weekend at Le Mans. Andrea Dovizioso, who suffered a crash in the afternoon, closed Friday […]

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SUZUKI RIDERS STAY CALM ON FREEZING FRIDAY AT LE MANS

Oct 10, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 9. Combined practice times: Joan Mir: 9th – 1’35.385 (+ 1.052) Alex Rins: 14th – 1’35.838 (+ 1.482) As predicted, the opening day of action at Le Mans circuit […]

Inspiration Friday Start a Touring Business

Inspiration Friday: Start a Touring Business!

Oct 9, 2020 Michael Le Pard

This week’s Inspiration Friday: Start a Touring Business is a great way to think about “What could be better in life than doing what you love and making it your job?” Rob and Zayne in […]

New Harley-Davidson "Go Big or Go Home" Engine Kits Add 23% Horsepower!

New Harley-Davidson “Go Big or Go Home” Engine Kits Add 23% Horsepower!

Oct 9, 2020 Michael Le Pard

MILWAUKEE (OCTOBER 8h, 2020) – The all-new Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® products for your ride are here to keep the thrills rolling mile after mile. High-flow exhaust kits, performance cams, ultra-powerful Screamin’ Eagle engines and a […]

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Husqvarna Signs 14 & 16 Year-old Racers to MX2 World Championship & EMX250 Series

Oct 9, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce the signings of Kay de Wolf and Maxime Grau for the 2021 and 2022 seasons. Continuing with the Nestaan MX run Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing MX2 team following […]

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Season Highlight as MotoAmerica Races at Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Oct 9, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Sunnyvale, Calif., October 8, 2020 – The eighth round of the 2020 MotoAmerica Superbike Championship promises to be one of the highlights of the season as America’s fastest Superbike pilots reconvene at the world-famous Indianapolis Motor […]

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Register here for 2021 Yamaha R3 bLU cRU European Cup

Oct 9, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Registration for the 2021 Yamaha R3 bLU cRU European Cup is Now Open to Aspiring Talents The highly anticipated Yamaha R3 bLU cRU European Cup will debut alongside rounds of the FIM Superbike World Championship […]

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Royal Enfield BUILD TRAIN RACE American Flat Track Round 1 Results

Oct 9, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Milwaukee, Wis October 8, 2020: After months of building and training, the four participants of BUILD TRAIN RACE put their skills on display on Friday and Saturday of the Progressive American Flat Track event at […]

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Beta USA re-signs Morgan Tanke to Factory Race Team

Oct 9, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Beta Racing is happy to announce that Morgan has signed a contract to continue racing for the Beta USA Factory Race Team for the 2021 season. She will continue to race in the EnduroCross & […]

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Polaris Launches Empowersports Women’s Riding Council to Promote Female Representation

Oct 8, 2020 Michael Le Pard

The council will unite 12 phenomenal female riders whose voices will drive increased participation, inclusion and representation in the world of powersports Whether on snow, dirt, asphalt or sand, women are participating in powersports […]

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Rider Airlifted Following Crash at 2020 Andalucia Rally

Oct 8, 2020 Michael Le Pard

LUCIANO BENAVIDES OUT OF ANDALUCIA RALLY ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING RIDER EXITS THE EVENT FOLLOWING CRASH FOUR KILOMETRES FROM STAGE ONE FINISH Luciano Benavides has been forced to withdraw from the 2020 Andalucia Rally […]

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Andalucia Rally 2020 300km Stage 1 Results

Oct 8, 2020 Michael Le Pard

The five-rider strong Monster Energy Yamaha Rally Official Team has completed the first full day of competition at the 2020 Andalucia Rally, a 309-kilometre stage one that took riders on the first of four looped […]

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Harley-Davidson Rocking Out With New Song “Black Motorcycle”

Oct 8, 2020 Michael Le Pard

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – MCA Nashville’s Kassi Ashton releases new song “Black Motorcycle” today. The song accompanies the announcement of Kassi’s partnership with Harley-Davidson® as one of its brand ambassadors. The track caught the attention of […]

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Fantic Motor and Yamaha Motor Europe reinforce their strategic partnership

Oct 7, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Fantic Motor and Yamaha Motor Europe announced their intended decision to reinforce their strategic partnership, based on the joint intention that Fantic Motor acquires 100% of the shares in Motori Minarelli by end of 2020. […]

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NEPG Muddobbers Enduro & 2-Stroke World Championship Results

Oct 7, 2020 Michael Le Pard

The 7th round of the NEPG was in Matthews, Indiana for the Muddobbers Enduro. The aptly named event was met with rainy and cold conditions throughout the entire day. The track was very slick and […]

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