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.

Tornado Warning: 2020 KTM Super Duke R Brings Lightning, Power and the Thunder

Apr 13, 2020 Michael Le Pard

A new motorcycle for a new decade. The 2020 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R is just the third generation of the LC8-engined ‘BEAST’ since the bike was created in 2014. The KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE […]

Happy Easter with Triumph Tiger 1200: Q&A with Head of Engineering

Apr 12, 2020 Michael Le Pard

The new Tiger 1200 is here and it’s one of the most tech-packed adventure bikes on the market – but how did it get to that point? FTR caught up with Head of Engineering Stuart […]

Broken Easter Eggs: BRP suspending/slowing all powersports and marine manufacturing operations around the world

Apr 12, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Valcourt, Quebec, April 12, 2020 – BRP Inc. (TSX:DOO; NASDAQ:DOOO) has announced that, due to the rapid evolution of the COVID-19 situation, we are temporarily suspending or slowing down all our powersports and marine manufacturing […]

Indian Motorcycle Announces Home-Delivery Service – Design Online Ship it to Your Door

Apr 11, 2020 Michael Le Pard

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF CLICK.DELIVER.RIDE PROGRAM New Online Ordering & Home-Delivery Service Aims to Support Dealer Network & Riders Looking to Buy MINNEAPOLIS (April 9, 2020) – Indian Motorcycle, America’s First Motorcycle Company, […]

Sim Racing: MotoGP Ducati Petrucci and Pirro Virtual Race Sunday 12th April

Apr 10, 2020 Michael Le Pard

After the overwhelming success of the first-ever MotoGP Virtual Race two weeks ago, this weekend on Sunday 12th April 2020 at 3:00 pm (CEST) the event will be repeated. The second race will see ten […]

Inspiration Friday: Easter 2020 Message of Hope in a Time of Crisis

Apr 10, 2020 Michael Le Pard

We live in interesting times today don’t we? Lockdowns, flattening the curve, social isolation, social distancing and we fear the unknown. Where does hope, family, friends and even religion fit into this predicament? While we […]

Yamaha Motor Europe Extends Warranty Period on All Vehicles

Apr 10, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Motor Europe Extend Warranty Period in response to Crisis Restrictions With many official Yamaha dealers throughout Europe closing their doors to conform with restrictions designed to stop the spread of the crisis, Yamaha has […]

Suzuki GSX-R600 Rider Richie Dibben has been crowned New Zealand Supersport Champion

Apr 10, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – April 9. Richie Dibben: GSX-R600 – 1st Supersport Championship. Scott Moir: Suzuki GSX-R1000 – 2nd Superbike Championship. Suzuki GSX-R600 rider Richie Dibben has been crowned New Zealand Supersport Champion after […]

Royal Enfield Motorcycles Extends New Model Warranty for its Customers

Apr 10, 2020 Michael Le Pard

In line with the national lockdown, our dealerships have remained closed and our Roadside Assistance and Doorstep Services have also been impacted. Some of you may have missed your periodic free services or warranty extensions […]

You can now order a Polaris Slingshot from your couch and have it delivered it to your driveway!

Apr 10, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Times like these require innovation and adaptability – two things Polaris Slingshot has always delivered. That’s why we have created the Click. Deliver. Drive. program. For a limited time, you can receive your new Polaris […]

BSB Buildbase Suzuki New Recruit Keith Farmer Talks About First Test and Life Under Lockdown

Apr 10, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – April 9. It’s been a false start for everyone involved in racing across the world this year, with all the preparation and anticipation curbed as the world combats the crisis. […]

Talking Isolation MXGP & MXoN with Yamaha’s Gautier Paulin

Apr 10, 2020 Michael Le Pard

As we continue to cross days off of the 2020 calendar whilst patiently waiting for the world to defeat the virus that has caused a global pandemic, it is interesting to observe the way each […]

MINI models to be offered with manual transmission again for 2021

Apr 10, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Manual Transmissions Return on Range of 2021 Model Year MINIs for Driving Enthusiasts who Enjoy Shifting their Own Gears. Woodcliff Lake, N.J., April 9, 2020. MINI USA is pleased to confirm the latest range of […]

Here is the Revised 2020 MotoGP Calendar (April 9)

Apr 9, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – April 8. There has been another modification in the 2020 MotoGP World Championship Calendar due to the current crisis, with two more events postponed until further notice. A Statement issued […]

BMW SIM M2 CS Racing Cup and the Digital Nürburgring Endurance Series Preperation

Apr 9, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. Home office is the order of the day in the current global situation, and the BMW Junior Team newly established for 2020 is no exception. Dan Harper (GBR), Max Hesse (GER) and Neil Verhagen […]