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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.

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PABLO QUINTANILLA THIRD FASTEST ON TECHNICAL DAKAR STAGE TWO

Jan 7, 2020 Michael Le Pard

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING RIDER CLIMBS TO SECOND IN THE OVERALL CLASSIFICATION AFTER STRONG DAY TWO IN SAUDI ARABIA Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Pablo Quintanilla has excelled on an extremely challenging stage two […]

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TOP 10 FOR MARTIN AND SUZUKI AT ANAHEIM SX

Jan 7, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – January 6. JGRMX Yoshimura Suzuki Racing kicked off the 2020 Monster Energy Supercross series this weekend in Anaheim with strong starts as Alex Martin put his Suzuki RM-Z250 into the […]

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SUZUKI MotoGP TESTING RESTARTS IN SEPANG

Jan 6, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – January 5. Team SUZUKI ECSTAR is getting ready for its third test ahead of the 2020 MotoGP™ season with Suzuki staff in Japan working hard throughout the winter break from […]

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Edmonton Motorcycle Show: YOUR TICKET TO RIDE

Jan 6, 2020 Michael Le Pard

EDMONTON, AB (January 2, 2020) – Once again the Edmonton Expo Centre will play host to the Motorcycle & ATV Show – Edmonton, January 17-19, 2020. All the leading manufacturers will debut their new 2020 […]

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Calgary Motorcycle Show 2020: GET YOUR HANDS ON YOUR NEW RIDE

Jan 6, 2020 Michael Le Pard

CALGARY, AB (January 2, 2020) – The Motorcycle Show – Calgary presented by NFP is fast approaching. It will showcase the new line-up of 2020 models of motorcycles, scooters, ATVs and side-by-sides. The Show runs […]

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Colorado Motorcycle Expo Swap Meet 2020

Jan 6, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Stop By the Largest Motorcycle Show in the Rocky Mountain Region The CME Antique & Custom Motorcycle Show is far and away the largest motorcycle show competition in the Rocky Mountain region, and among the […]

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SOLID START FOR ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA AT 2020 DAKAR RALLY

Jan 5, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Making a strong start to their 2020 Dakar Rally participation, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Pablo Quintanilla and Andrew Short have both successfully completed the long first stage in Saudi Arabia inside the top 10. […]

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WEEKEND MOTORCYCLE RACING ACTION – JANUARY 4th

Jan 5, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – January 4. The opening weekend of January sees the JGRMX Yoshimura Suzuki Team on track for the opening round of the 2020 AMA/ FIM World Supercross at Angel Stadium at […]

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ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING CLAIM TWO TOP-FIVE FINISHES AT ANAHEIM SX

Jan 5, 2020 Michael Le Pard

ANDERSON AND MOSIMAN HAVE A STRONG START TO 2020 SEASON The Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team had a strong start to the 2020 AMA Supercross World Championship Series on Saturday claiming two top-five finishes […]

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RUNNER-UP FINISH FOR BOLT AT SUPERENDURO ROUND TWO

Jan 5, 2020 Michael Le Pard

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING STAR CLAIMS HARD-FOUGHT SECOND PLACE RESULT IN GERMANY Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Billy Bolt has placed as runner-up at the second round of the 2020 FIM SuperEnduro World Championship […]

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BMW Group North America reports shocking 2019 sales numbers

Jan 4, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Richmond Hill, ON. BMW Group Canada (BMW and MINI brands combined) reported sales of 2,543 vehicles for the month of December, representing a variance of -9.3% versus 2018. A total of 42,636 units have been sold […]

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QUINTANILLA AND SHORT GEAR UP FOR 2020 DAKAR RALLY

Jan 4, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Pablo Quintanilla and Andrew Short have completed their pre-race shakedown and are all set to begin their participation in the 2020 Dakar Rally, which starts with stage one on Sunday, […]

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KEN KAWAUCHI SUZUKI ECSTAR BLOG

Jan 4, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – January 4. Team SUZUKI ECSTAR Technical Manager Ken Kawauchi reflects on 2019 and also to the hard winter work ahead at the Suzuki factory in Japan ready for the 2020 […]

TMW Coverage: Winter Motorcycle Shows 2020

TMW Coverage: Winter Motorcycle Shows 2020

Jan 3, 2020 Michael Le Pard

As the Motorcycle Shows across the USA and Canada are starting up and shifting into high gear Total Motorcycle will be there to cover them for you again this year! Plus find dates/times/places and event […]

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ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING 2020 OFF-ROAD TEAM ANNOUNCED

Jan 2, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing is pleased to announce its 2020 off-road race team featuring veterans Colton Haaker and Thad Duvall, as well as sophomore rider Trevor Bollinger and the team’s newest additions, Giacomo Redondi […]

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