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.

Chaz Davies gives another podium to the WorldSBK Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team

Aug 31, 2020 Michael Le Pard

#AragonWorldSBK Race-2. Excellent race for Chaz Davies (P2) who fights for victory until the last lap. Following a precious second place in Superpole Race, Scott Redding struggles to find grip and finishes fourth. After the […]

Ferrandis Continues Championship Charge at Ironman National

Aug 31, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing’s Dylan Ferrandis held onto his 250MX points lead with two stellar performances at the Ironman National: a dominant win in the first moto and a heroic charge from last to […]

ZACH OSBORNE SECURES A TOP-FIVE FINISH AT IRONMAN NATIONAL

Aug 31, 2020 Michael Le Pard

The Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team travelled to Crawfordsville, Indiana for Round 3 of the 2020 AMA Pro Motocross Championship, where 450MX points leader Zach Osborne scored a Moto 2 podium finish on his […]

Kyle Wyman struggles at The Ridge as Zanetti makes a strong MotoAmerica impression

Aug 31, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Sunnyvale, Calif., August 30, 2020 – Kyle Wyman (OneCure/KWR Ducati Team) suffered a tough race weekend at round five of the MotoAmerica Superbike Championship at The Ridge Motorsports Park in Shelton, Washington, as Yamaha’s Cameron Beaubier […]

Beaubier and Gagne Storm to Double Podium in Race Two at The Ridge

Aug 31, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Attack Performance Yamaha Racing’s Cameron Beaubier and Jake Gagne took a dominant 1-2 finish in Sunday’s race two of the fifth MotoAmerica round at The Ridge in Shelton, Washington. Starting in their Saturday […]

SBS introduce indestructible mechanical bonding brake pads for motorcyclists

Aug 31, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Leading motorcycle brake pad manufacturer, SBS Friction, now introduces an upgrade of their RSI compound with an indestructible mechanical bonding The upgraded RSI compound has been tested for several years and is developed with professional […]

Barcia Battles Back for Fourth Overall at Ironman National

Aug 30, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Racing’s Justin Barcia blazed his way back to challenge for the win in a thrilling second moto, ending the day fourth overall with a 6-2 tally at Saturday’s Lucas Oil Pro […]

BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team ends difficult first Aragón weekend

Aug 30, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Alcañiz. After a disappointing Saturday at MotorLand Aragón (ESP), BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team worked hard overnight which saw them make some improvements. Despite the difficult starting position in Sunday’s race, this progress enabled them to […]

Van der Mark Breaks Aragón Podium Duck in Superpole Race

Aug 30, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Michael van der Mark took a fine third place finish for the Pata Yamaha WorldSBK Official Team with Rizla in the Tissot Superpole Race, at the fourth round of the FIM Superbike World Championship held […]

Crash ends BMW chance at 24 Heures Motos in Le Mans minutes from finish

Aug 30, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Le Mans. The “24 Heures Motos” in Le Mans (FRA) came to a dramatic, unfortunate end for BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team. After almost 24 hours of racing, the #37 BMW S 1000 RR retired […]

Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team conquers the two highest podium steps

Aug 30, 2020 Michael Le Pard

AragonWorldSBK – Race 1. Another extraordinary one-two for the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team: Scott Redding triumphs and returns to the top of the World Championship as Chaz Davies finishes second after a spectacular comeback […]

Double Victory at Aragón for Evan Bros Yamaha WorldSSP Team

Aug 30, 2020 Michael Le Pard

There was no stopping Andrea Locatelli at the MotorLand Aragón circuit this weekend, as the Evan Bros Yamaha WorldSSP Supported Team rider took his winning count to seven with another double victory in the FIM […]

Flawless Victory for Monster Energy Attack Performance Yamaha Racing

Aug 30, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Attack Performance Yamaha Racing’s Cameron Beaubier scored a flawless victory, leading from start to finish in Saturday’s MotoAmerica Superbike race one at The Ridge Motorsports Park. Teammate Jake Gagne managed a solid fourth-place […]

BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team experiences a difficult Saturday in WorldSBK at MotorLand Aragón

Aug 30, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Alcañiz. It never rains but it pours – that just about sums up Saturday at MotorLand Aragón (ESP) for the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team. The circuit near Alcañiz is hosting the fourth round of the […]

399 laps and 3rd place for Suzuki at Le Mans 24 Hours Endurance World Championship

Aug 30, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – August 29. UPDATE after 12 hours from the Circuit Bugatti during the 43rd edition of the 24 Heures Motos. Just past the halfway stage in the Le Mans 24 Hours […]