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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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BMW Welt Jazz Award Final 2020 Top 2 Finalists Announced

Apr 9, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. After exciting concerts of the BMW Welt Jazz Award performed by international ensembles, the jury announced the two finalists: the Adam Bałdych Quartet and the Peter Gall Quintet. With this year’s theme “The Melody […]

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MOTOGP BACK-TRACK TO 2019 WITH TEAM SUZUKI ECSTAR

Apr 8, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – April 7. Alex Rins: Qatar 4th/ Argentina 5th – 4th in series Joan Mir: Qatar 8th/ Argentina DNF – 13th in series With motorcycle racing in global lockdown due to […]

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BMW Motorrad Race Trophy: No overall ranking for the 2020 season

Apr 8, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. The global corona situation is also having an impact on the BMW Motorrad Race Trophy. There will be no overall ranking for the 2020 season for BMW Motorrad Motorsport’s customer racing competition. This is […]

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BMW Art Journey Artist Shortlist 2020 Announced

Apr 8, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Basel/Munich. Art Basel and BMW today announced the 2020 artist shortlist of the BMW Art Journey, a joint initiative recognizing and supporting emerging artists worldwide. Like a mobile studio, the BMW Art Journey can take […]

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Daily Sim Racing and Fitness Training for BMW Works Racers During #STAYATHOME

Apr 8, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. #STAYHOME – this guideline applies to the BMW works drivers as well. Instead of competing in the various race series, they are currently spending their time at home, but they are by no means […]

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Sim Racing: Ducati Corse enters eSport world with MotoGP World Champion AndrewZh

Apr 7, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Ducati is pleased to announce the born of the official Ducati Corse team of eSport. The line-up of the new squad will see current World Champion Andrea Saveri, also known as AndrewZh, attempting to confirm […]

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FIM EWC with Suzuka 8 Hours and Bol d’Or has modified its 2019-2020 calendar again

Apr 7, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – April 6. Due to the global health crisis, the FIM Endurance World Championship has modified its 2019-2020 calendar again and taken steps to protect the race teams. Championship promoter Eurosport […]

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MINI TAKES THE STATES: Legendary Road Rally Postponed Till 2021

Apr 7, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Woodcliff Lake, N.J., April 6, 2020. In light of the current crisis, MINI USA announced today the official postponement of MINI TAKES THE STATES. The legendary road rally for MINI owners, which was set to take […]

2021 BMW R18 Cruiser: Should Indian and Harley-Davidson be Worried?

2021 BMW R18 Cruiser: Should Indian and Harley-Davidson be Worried?

Apr 6, 2020 Michael Le Pard

With the launch of the 2021 BMW R18 Cruiser: Should Indian and Harley-Davidson be Worried? Yes. Should you care? Yes. First, the Engine: BMW’s biggest boxer (1802cc) churns out 116 lbs-ft of pure torque at […]

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AMA SUPERBIKE MOTOAMERICA REVISES 2020 SUPERBIKE SCHEDULE

Apr 6, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – April 5. MotoAmerica has cancelled the MotoAmerica AMA Superbike round at Virginia International Raceway on May 1-3rd due to the ongoing pandemic and the Governor of Virginia’s Stay-At-Home order that […]

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MotoGP Suzuki Riders Race in the First Ever Live Online Race!

Apr 6, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – April 5. With the world in lockdown due to the ongoing pandemic, we look at what some of Suzuki’s riders and teams have been getting up to in isolation to […]

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BMW Sales China shows first signs of recovery with South Korea trending positive

Apr 6, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. During the current coronavirus pandemic, protecting employees and taking responsibility for society are the number one priority for the BMW Group. At the same time, it is important to safeguard the company’s liquidity and secure […]

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Sim Racing Podium for BMW works Philipp Eng on Nürburgring-Nordschleife

Apr 5, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. The virtual racing season continues to gather speed. Race two of the Digital Nürburgring Endurance Series powered by VCO was held on Saturday. BMW works driver Philipp Eng (AUT) finished on the podium in […]

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SUZUKI ENDURANCE RACING and 24 Hours of Le Mans August 29-30th

Apr 5, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – April 4. SERT Team Manager Damien Saulnier gives an update on the situation with the team working from home during the current Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. “Dear friends, partners and fans. […]

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Women’s Motorcycle Tours Announces Women’s Motorcycle Conference Online

Apr 4, 2020 Michael Le Pard

NORTH CAROLINA, April 2, 2020 — Alisa Clickenger and Women’s Motorcycle Tours (WMT) announce the Women’s Motorcycle Conference Online. The team behind WMT has an everlasting desire to bring women riders together. As a result, […]

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