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.

WorldSBK Motorland Ducati can’t wait to get on track again

Aug 27, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team on the starting blocks at Motorland (Aragon, Spain) for Round 4 and 5 of the 2020 Superbike World Championship The Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team is already working to prepare […]

SUZUKI READY TO RACE LE MANS 24 HOURS EWC FRANCE

Aug 27, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – August 26. The Suzuki Endurance Racing Team is ready to restart the 2019-2020 Endurance World Championship this weekend at the Le Mans 24 Hours race in France. Following several event […]

WorldSBK Expectations High as Pata Yamaha Head to Aragón Double-Header

Aug 27, 2020 Michael Le Pard

The Pata Yamaha WorldSBK Official Team with Rizla is eager to again challenge for victory during the next two rounds of the FIM Superbike World Championship, starting this weekend at MotorLand Aragón, Spain, on 29-31 […]

BMW Introduces Industrial diamond Endurance X-Chain for Motorcycles

Aug 27, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. For more than 90 years, the maintenance-free, environmentally friendly and comfortable shaft drive has been one of BMW Motorrad’s immovable technical cornerstones. With the M Endurance chain, BMW Motorrad now offers a maintenance-free chain with […]

World’s Fastest Road Racer Joins 24 Heures Motos Le Mans for BMW

Aug 26, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. The BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team will receive support from a big name in the BMW Motorrad Motorsport family at the “24 Heures Motos” in Le Mans (FRA). Peter Hickman (GBR) will be the […]

Very dry and Dusty NEPG Grassman National Enduro Results

Aug 26, 2020 Michael Le Pard

The day started up with dense fog and warmed up to the mid 80s with high humidity. The track was very dry and dusty with silt ruts and berms, as well as smaller hill climbs […]

Usain Bolt Fast at 2020 Silver State Trail Blazers Hare & Hound

Aug 26, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Joe Wasson smoked the competition, finishing nearly 3 minutes before anyone else. In a race where the start is so crucial, he was able to get clear of the dust and ride with clean air. […]

2021 Contingency Support Program for Husqvarna Motorcycles North America

Aug 26, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Motorcycles North America, Inc. is pleased to announce details for its 2021 Contingency Support Program on Husqvarna-Motorcycles, offering competitive earnings for amateur and professional racers across all major forms of racing in the U.S. Heading […]

50 wins for Indian FTR750 at American Flat Track

Aug 25, 2020 Michael Le Pard

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (August 24, 2020) – Indian Motorcycle Racing, presented by Progressive Motorcycle Insurance, continued its 2020 American Flat Track (AFT) season with back-to-back wins at the Indy Mile doubleheader. Reigning Grand National Champion Briar […]