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.

American Honda Reports March Sales Down a Shocking 51%

Apr 2, 2020 Michael Le Pard

April 1, 2020 After a strong start to 2020, American Honda sales fall 48% in March due to impact. American Honda Q1 Total 298,785 -19.2% Cars 131,845 -22% Trucks 166,940 -16.8% Total 270,253 -18.9% […]

Sim Racer Jimmy Broadbent talks about the boom in Sim Racing

Apr 2, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. Jimmy Broadbent (GBR) is probably the most influential influencer in the booming sim racing sector at the moment. His YouTube channel has around 425,000 subscribers and during this current difficult time, in which no […]

All April Fools’ moments since MINI re-launched in 2002

Apr 2, 2020 Michael Le Pard

MINI USA Recaps Some of its Best and Slightly Irreverent April Fools’ Moments to add a bit of Brightness to the Day. Woodcliff Lake, N.J., April 1, 2020. At a serious time when people around […]

URAL Offers Drop Shipping to your Home directly with Free Shipping US and internationally

Apr 1, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Direct Parts Drop Shipments Dear Friends, This is a quick note that our HQ Parts Department continues to be open, is operating safely and supporting our customers both in the US and internationally. We are […]

Gene Crouch Promoted to Chief Operating Officer of AMA Pro Racing

Apr 1, 2020 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (March 31, 2020) – AMA Pro Racing today announced the promotion of Gene Crouch to the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO) from his previous position of Chief Marketing Officer. As COO, Crouch will now coordinate […]

BMW Rolls Out PartChain Cloud technologies with Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure in addition to Blockchain solutions

Mar 31, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. The BMW Group is using innovative digital technologies to optimise its processes. A good example of this is Blockchain, a technology that enables tamper-proof data sharing, with potential applications throughout the entire automotive value chain. […]

Free NBC Sports TrackPass plus 9 other services till May 1st with this Link

Mar 31, 2020 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (March 30, 2020) – American Flat Track‘s entire 2019 racing season is now available to viewers through TrackPass on NBC Sports Gold at no cost. Last week, NBC Sports announced that it has made TrackPass, along […]

BMW Vehicles go Deep Green with Consistently Reducing Fuel Consumption and CO2 Emissions

Mar 31, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. With the introduction of its Efficient Dynamics technology package back in 2007, the BMW Group created a concept that remains unrivalled in the automotive industry to this day. It centered on consistently reducing fuel consumption […]

Honda’s $1 million Dollar Pledge to food banks and meal programs across North America

Mar 31, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Honda commits to help people’s basic community needs by supporting healthcare, nutrition, relief for our customers, and inspiration to all. Honda will engage and empower its associates to help their communities through “virtual volunteering” and […]

Radical Retro 2021 Honda CB-F Breaks Cover!

Mar 30, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Some days are better than others, and we could definitely use more better days right now. When the new 2021 Honda CB-F concept landed in my inbox, I can tell you it was a good […]

Stay at home behind the scenes: WorldSBK riders Tom Sykes and Eugene Laverty

Mar 30, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. The world-wide corona crisis also affects motorcycle racing. The wheels have come to a standstill. There is no telling yet when it will be possible to hold races again. During the wait, the two […]

Red Dot Awards: Best of the Best 2020 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP

Mar 30, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Red Dot: Best of the Best 2020’ recognises the ground-breaking product design of Honda e in the car category– the highest honour in the competition All-new, all-electric Honda e receives a second ‘Red Dot 2020’ […]

Harley-Davidson Temporarily Closes Dealership Showrooms

Mar 27, 2020 Michael Le Pard

For over 100 years, we have found our purpose and our joy in motorcycles. Our vision is of freedom, optimism and the well being of our community continues to be our main priority. In light of the latest government […]

Inspiration Friday: The Best Form of Self-Isolation

Mar 27, 2020 Michael Le Pard

As big changes tighten its grip on our society, lifestyles, and health, our governments have asked us all to “flatten-the-curve” and do our small part by self-isolating and social distancing. Total Motorcycle riders have the […]

With a Heavy Heart BMW Motorrad Days 2020 is Cancelled

Mar 27, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. In light of current events and growing measures to contain the corona virus, not to mention our duty of care towards our guests and staff, it is with a heavy heart that the Organization Team […]