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.

Win a Motorcycle Ride w/ Jason Momoa + Any 2020 Harley Motorcycle & H-D Gear

May 27, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Harley-Davidson and motorcycle enthusiast, Jason Momoa, have accepted the Fanatics founder Michael Rubin’s ALL IN Challenge to help make a positive impact during this difficult time. The ALL IN Challenge is an online fundraising platform […]

Italy Must Not Lower Guard with 2nd Breakout Says MV Agusta

May 26, 2020 Michael Le Pard

MV AGUSTA CONTINUES ITS SUPPORT TO VARESE HOSPITAL AND LAVENO CARE HOME donating essential PPE, in collaboration with Swiss medical equipment supplier eXor Varese, May 26, 2020 – MV Agusta is announcing the collaboration with medical […]

Chinese Attempt to Counterfeit Iconic Vespa Design at EICMA but get Caught Red-handed

May 25, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Milan, 25 May 2020 – The Piaggio Group (PIA.MI) said that a design registered by a Chinese party, used to justify the production of scooters similar to the Vespa exhibited at the EICMA 2019 two-wheeler […]

An Indian Summer Ep3: Gear Up in Style

May 25, 2020 Michael Le Pard

An Indian Summer: Indian Motorcycle partnered with Total Motorcycle in 2020 so we could review their bikes and gear for our readers! In this episode, An Indian Summer Ep3: Gear Up in Style, we review […]

Ready or Not 2020 MotoAmerica AMA Superbike series at Road America Returns!

May 24, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – May 23. Toni Elias and new teammate Bobby Fong will return to the racetrack next weekend on their M4 ECSTAR GSX-R1000 Suzukis (May 30-31st) after the crisis delayed the start […]

Sim Racing: Crashes Collisions and Overturns in Race 5 of ABB Formula E Race at Home Challenge

May 24, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. The fifth race of the season in the ‘ABB Formula E Race at Home Challenge’ was a home race for BMW i Andretti Motorsport and Maximilian Günther (GER), as it took place on the […]

Spring Suzukifest Offers Deals and Promos – 0% APR, $1500 Cash + $250 & $500 Bonuses

May 23, 2020 Michael Le Pard

CRUISER 2020 Suzuki Boulevard M109R B.O.S.S. 2020 Suzuki Boulevard M109R B.O.S.S. MSRP: $15,199*as low as 1.99% APR for 36 months on approved Credit3$1,500 Customer Cash2 2019 Suzuki Boulevard M109R B.O.S.S. 2019 Suzuki Boulevard M109R B.O.S.S. […]

Updated American Flat Track 2020 Race Events Schedule

May 23, 2020 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (May 22, 2020) – American Flat Track announced today a relaunch of its 2020 race schedule featuring doubleheader race weekends and kicking off on July 17 and 18 with the Volusia Half-Mile […]

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team Signs 2 Year Contract

May 23, 2020 Michael Le Pard

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING TEAM EXTENDS CONTRACT WITH OFFROAD RACER TREVOR BOLLINGER BOLLINGER SET TO PILOT THE FX 450 IN GNCC AND NEPG THROUGH 2022 Husqvarna Motorcycles North America, Inc. is pleased to announce […]

Inspiration Friday: The Motorcycle That Inspired Riders to Win 26 WorldSBK Races

May 22, 2020 Michael Le Pard

There is no replacement for displacement and Honda capitalized on this in 1999 with their first big V-Twin 1000cc racer. It had such easy, deliverable power. It was such an easy bike to ride compared […]

Ducati Custom Rumble Contest Final Live – Bikes, Dates & Times

May 22, 2020 Michael Le Pard

The Custom Rumble Contest Final to be Live Streamed on the Scrambler Ducati Facebook Page On Monday, May 25 at 17:00 CEST (11:00 a.m. EDT) an exceptional jury made up of actor Nicholas Hoult, riders […]

Win a Trip: 2 Weeks Across the USA on a Moto Guzzi with Spirit of the Eagle Rideaway Contest

May 22, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Moto Guzzi USA is excited to announce the “Spirit of the Eagle” Rideaway – an exclusive opportunity to plan your dream trip around the USA for two weeks, with a V85 TT supplied by Moto […]

Moto Guzzi Promo $750 off for Military and First Responder Army, Navy, Marine, Air Force, Coast Guard, National Guard, Reserves, Fire, Police, EMS, doctors or nurses

May 22, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Military & First Responder customers who purchase any 2020/Prior model year are eligible to receive an incentive up to $750, applied to the purchase price of the vehicle. This includes United States Army, Navy, Marine, […]

Spring Moto Guzzi Promo of upto 0% APR and $1500 cash on Motorcycles

May 22, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Spring is almost here and so are our great promotions on Moto Guzzi motorcycles. Take advantage of fantastic financing offers as low as 0% APR for 48 months1 on select MY17-MY19 models AND up to $1,500 customer cash! […]

Save Big During Honda’s Dream Garage Sales Event: Upto 0% APR and $2500 off models

May 21, 2020 Michael Le Pard

THE PERFECT WAY TO FINISH YOUR GARAGE Ready for a dream of a deal? Then check out the savings you can score during the Honda Dream Garage Sales Event. It’s going on now, and you […]