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.

Yamalube Yamaha Rally Team’s Adrien Van Beveren Set For Merzouga Rally 2019

Mar 30, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Returning to rally competition for the first time since the 2019 edition of the Dakar Rally, Yamalube Yamaha Rally Team’s Adrien Van Beveren will take to the start of the Merzouga Rally on Sunday, March […]

Second-place finish for Roczen at Seattle Supercross

Mar 30, 2019 Michael Le Pard

After posting top-five finishes at the first nine AMA Supercross rounds of the 2019 season, only to slip to a pair of eighth-place results at the last two races, Ken Roczen was pleased to turn […]

NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON ELECTRA GLIDE STANDARD DELIVERS AN ELEMENTAL TOURING EXPERIENCE

Mar 29, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Harley-Davidson has announced a new addition to the Touring range of motorcycles. The new Electra Glide® Standard is a salute to the authentic Harley-Davidson touring experience. Inspired by the unrivalled heritage of the Electra Glide® […]

New Harley-Davidson LiveWire performance figures and preorder date revealed

Mar 29, 2019 Michael Le Pard

LiveWire™, Harley-Davidson’s first electric motorcycle, and three lightweight concept EV have debuted at the first prestigious automotive event of 2019, the Geneva International Motor Show. 2019 Harley-Davidson LiveWire Guide Traditionally a stronghold for all-things four-wheels, […]

HUSQVARNA MOTORSPORTS ANNOUNCE PLANS FOR 2020 MX2 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP CAMPAIGN

Mar 29, 2019 Michael Le Pard

NEW TEAM TO RUN AND MANAGE THE ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING MX2 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP PROGRAMME STARTING FROM 2020 Husqvarna Motorsports are pleased to announce that the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing MX2 team will […]

YOSHIMURA SUZUKI READY FOR MOTOAMERICA SBK OPENER

Mar 29, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – March 28. Toni Elias and Josh Herrin are looking to build on Yoshimura Suzuki Factory Racing’s winning legacy when the 2019 MotoAmerica Superbike season kicks off the Suzuki Championship at […]

Yamaha NIKEN Wins 2019 Red Dot “Best of the Best” Award for Design

Mar 29, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Motor Co. announced that its flagship Sports LMW*1 NIKEN has been chosen as the “Best of the Best” in the globally-renowned Red Dot Award*: Product Design 2019 competition. The Company has received the Red […]

10 things to know about the Grand Prix of Argentina

Mar 29, 2019 Michael Le Pard

After a thrilling start of the year in Qatar, where Andrea Dovizioso won the opening race, the 2019 MotoGP World Championship is ready to visit Argentina for the second round. Here are 10 key stats […]

Mission Winnow Ducati team ready for Argentina MotoGP World Championship

Mar 29, 2019 Michael Le Pard

After achieving a spectacular win in the opening race of the year with Andrea Dovizioso in Qatar, the Mission Winnow Ducati team is ready to resume action in Argentina for the second round of the […]

Al Lamb’s Dallas Honda Named Title Sponsor of Texas Half-Mile

Mar 29, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (March 28, 2019) – In the weeks leading up to the highly-anticipated third round of its 2019 season, American Flat Track announced today that Al Lamb’s Dallas Honda will be the Entitlement Sponsor […]

Austin Handbuilt Motorcycle Show is back on April 12th-14th

Mar 28, 2019 Michael Le Pard

What are the show dates and event times for 2019? The Handbuilt Motorcycle Show MotoGP Weekend 2019 – April 12-14, 2019 Austin American Statesman 305 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704 HANDBUILT SHOW KICKSTART PARTY […]

0% APR FOR UP TO 60 MONTHS ON ALL 2018 BMW MODELS

Mar 28, 2019 Michael Le Pard

THE BMW MOTORRAD 0 TO 60 EVENT ENDS SOON Get your hands on a brand new bike before the BMW Motorrad 0 to 60 Event is gone. Until March 31st, get 0% APR for up […]

ANDREW SHORT GEARING UP FOR ABU DHABI DESERT CHALLENGE

Mar 28, 2019 Michael Le Pard

With the 2019 FIM Cross-Country Rallies World Championship kicking off in the United Arab Emirates from March 30 to April 4, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Andrew Short is all-set to take on the five-stage […]

Fontanesi Withdraws From WMX Title Defence Due To Illness

Mar 28, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Motor Europe regrets to announce that due to health complications the defending WMX World Champion, FontaMX Yamaha WMX’s Kiara Fontanesi, will not be lining up at the opening round of the FIM Women’s Motocross […]

FAST CORNERS AND GOOD MEMORIES AWAIT RINS AND MIR IN ARGENTINA

Mar 28, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – March 27. The second round of the 2019 MotoGP season sees Team SUZUKI ECSTAR head to Termas de Rio Hondo circuit in Argentina, following a thrilling race in Qatar last […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

Yamalube Yamaha Rally Team’s Adrien Van Beveren Set For Merzouga Rally 2019

Second-place finish for Roczen at Seattle Supercross

NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON ELECTRA GLIDE STANDARD DELIVERS AN ELEMENTAL TOURING EXPERIENCE

New Harley-Davidson LiveWire performance figures and preorder date revealed

HUSQVARNA MOTORSPORTS ANNOUNCE PLANS FOR 2020 MX2 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP CAMPAIGN

YOSHIMURA SUZUKI READY FOR MOTOAMERICA SBK OPENER

Yamaha NIKEN Wins 2019 Red Dot “Best of the Best” Award for Design

10 things to know about the Grand Prix of Argentina

Mission Winnow Ducati team ready for Argentina MotoGP World Championship

Austin Handbuilt Motorcycle Show is back on April 12th-14th

0% APR FOR UP TO 60 MONTHS ON ALL 2018 BMW MODELS

ANDREW SHORT GEARING UP FOR ABU DHABI DESERT CHALLENGE

Fontanesi Withdraws From WMX Title Defence Due To Illness

FAST CORNERS AND GOOD MEMORIES AWAIT RINS AND MIR IN ARGENTINA

Should This New Bike Exist? 2026 Ducati Monster+

New 2026 Honda Icons Return + More Tariffs + USMCA Dead?

New 2026 Ducati & Yamaha Rally Motorcycles Deliver Adventure!

Inspiration Friday: Harley‑Davidson Heritage Softail Turns 20

First 2026 BMW Street and Dirt Monsters Arrive!