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.

Yamaha Riders Set for Sandy Grand Prix in Valkenswaard

Mar 28, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The podium champagne Gautier Paulin sprayed at the second round of the FIM Motocross World Championship has barely had time to dry as the Monster Energy Wilvo Yamaha MXGP and Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP […]

Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP plan for action in Argentina

Mar 28, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP’s Valentino Rossi and Maverick Viñales are ready to fight again at the upcoming second Grand Prix of the 2019 MotoGP season, held in Argentina this weekend. Rossi was just 0.6s off […]

DECOTIS & SUZUKI PODIUM AT SEATTLE SUPERCROSS

Mar 27, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – March 26. Jimmy Decotis #64 [250 Class, 3rd Place] Enzo Lopes #67 [250 Class, 9th Place] Justin Hill #46 [450 Class, 12th Place] Chad Reed #22 [450 Class, DNF] The […]

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE RACING’S FTR750 SWEEPS PODIUM AT ATLANTA SHORT TRACK

Mar 26, 2019 Michael Le Pard

WOODSTOCK, GA. (March 25, 2019) – Indian Motorcycle Racing, presented by Progressive Motorcycle Insurance, showcased dominance once again, as the FTR750 swept the Atlanta Short Track podium. In his first year piloting the FTR750, Indian […]

BMW Motorrad Motorsport News: Podium finish in Brazil

Mar 26, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The 2019 BMW Motorrad Race Trophy is in full swing. This season, a total of 26 championship classes in 21 racing series all around the world are counted towards the Race Trophy ranking. Week after […]

Motorcycle Spring Riding Tips on Getting You and Your Bike Ready

Mar 26, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Spring riding. Nothing is more exciting than getting your motorcycle out after winters nap, starting the engine, putting your gear on, shifting it into gear and feeling the wind upon your face. But wait, you […]

Aprilia ignites Mugello with passion

Mar 25, 2019 Michael Le Pard

More than ten thousand at Aprilia All Stars, the celebration of the brand from Noale. With Iannone and smith, the MotoGP team presented the new RSV4 1100 Factory and the special 225 HP X version […]

THOMAS KJER-OLSEN TAKES MX2 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP LEAD WITH BRITISH GP VICTORY

Mar 25, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Enjoying a perfect weekend at the impressive Matterley Basin track, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider Thomas Kjer-Olsen has claimed a deserved overall MX2 class victory following two controlled MX2 class moto wins in the […]

Paulin Delights with Podium Performance at British Grand Prix

Mar 25, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Wilvo Yamaha MXGP’s Gautier Paulin celebrated his first podium of the season at the second round of the FIM Motocross World Championship in Winchester, England, with a stunning third place finish. The result […]

YOSHIMURA SUZUKI MOTUL UNVEILS 2019 ALL JAPAN SBK TEAM

Mar 25, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – March 24. Yoshimura Suzuki MOTUL racing will field Yukio Kagayama and Kazuki Watanabe for 2019 All Japan Road Race Championship JSB1000 class aboard the GSX-R1000R. It is the second consecutive […]

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING TEAM CLAIMS THREE TOP-TEN FINISHES IN SEATTLE

Mar 25, 2019 Michael Le Pard

It was a solid night for the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team for Round 12 of the 2019 AMA Supercross World Championship at CentryLink Field in Seattle, Washington. Michael Mosiman had a stellar ride […]

Tough Night For Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Racing Team At Seattle

Mar 24, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Round 12 of the 2019 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington, was a tough event for the Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Racing Supercross Team. Justin Barcia finished 17th in the […]

Robinson Overhauls Mees To Win Atlanta Short Track

Mar 24, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (March 23, 2019) – Brandon Robinson (No. 44 Kennedy Racing/Armbruster Racing Indian FTR750) accomplished what few riders have in recent American Flat Track history in Saturday night’s thrilling Yamaha Atlanta Short Track […]

2019 Urals Now Available at US Dealers and $2100 Spring Savings

Mar 24, 2019 Michael Le Pard

2019 Urals Now Available at US Dealers! After a long awaited journey, the 2019 line up has officially hit dealers’ floors. This new Ural represents the culmination of countless late nights and endless hours spent […]

Honda Environmental Leadership Program Wins 2019 Climate Leadership Award

Mar 23, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Mar 22, 2019 – TORRANCE, Calif. Program to Reduce its Dealers’ Energy Footprint wins 2019 Climate Leadership Award Announces Platinum-level award for Honda of North Carolina Adds new Energy Efficiency Leader recognition Recognizing Honda’s efforts […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Riders Set for Sandy Grand Prix in Valkenswaard

Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP plan for action in Argentina

DECOTIS & SUZUKI PODIUM AT SEATTLE SUPERCROSS

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE RACING’S FTR750 SWEEPS PODIUM AT ATLANTA SHORT TRACK

BMW Motorrad Motorsport News: Podium finish in Brazil

Motorcycle Spring Riding Tips on Getting You and Your Bike Ready

Aprilia ignites Mugello with passion

THOMAS KJER-OLSEN TAKES MX2 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP LEAD WITH BRITISH GP VICTORY

Paulin Delights with Podium Performance at British Grand Prix

YOSHIMURA SUZUKI MOTUL UNVEILS 2019 ALL JAPAN SBK TEAM

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING TEAM CLAIMS THREE TOP-TEN FINISHES IN SEATTLE

Tough Night For Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Racing Team At Seattle

Robinson Overhauls Mees To Win Atlanta Short Track

2019 Urals Now Available at US Dealers and $2100 Spring Savings

Honda Environmental Leadership Program Wins 2019 Climate Leadership Award

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