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.

HUSQVARNA MOTORCYCLES RETURN TO MOTO3 COMPETITION WITH MAX RACING TEAM

Nov 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Motorcycles are pleased to announce their return to international road racing and the FIM World Championship Grand Prix Moto3 class where they will officially support the Max Racing Team. Owned by four-time 250cc World […]

Rookies of ’79 and Friends to Raffle FTR 1200 in 2020

Nov 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (November 4, 2019) – Rookies of ’79 and Friends – the Official Charity of American Flat Track – announced today another fundraising effort to aid injured riders and their families. Due to the extreme generosity of Indian Motorcycle, the […]

BMW racers Ilya Mikhalchik and Kenny Foray at the season finale in Spain

Nov 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Spanish Superbike Championship: Guest starts for Mikhalchik and Foray at the finale. Jerez de la Frontera, in the south of Spain, hosted the final round of the 2019 Spanish Superbike Championship (RFME CEV). As well […]

More 2020 Indian Motorcycle Models and New PowerPlus 122hp Engine!

Nov 11, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Indian Motorcycle has raised the bar even higher on its competitors with the introduction of the all-new 2020 Indian PowerPlus Engine and Challenger lineup! Indian’s first liquid-cooled large displacement motor (108 cubic-inch, 60-degree V-twin) that […]