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.

Effective Immediately American Flat Track Changes 2019 Championship Points

Mar 23, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Technical Bulletin #2019-01 To: American Flat Track Community Issue Date: 3/22/2019 Effective Date: Immediately Subject: 2019 Championship Points Note: The following rules overwrite and supersede any previously published versions of the rules. Text in red, […]

Ducati Island Ticket Package 2019 MotoGP Red Bull Grand Prix of The Americas

Mar 22, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Ducati isn’t just a manufacturer, it’s a lifestyle, and there is no better way to celebrate the passion than with the Ducati Island Grandstand Ticket Package. Join Ducati enthusiasts and fans alike as they congregate […]

Inspiration Friday: Indian Motorcycle and Jack Daniel’s

Mar 22, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Rider Inspiration Friday can come in many forms for both riders and manufacturers and this week’s Inspiration Friday is thanks to Indian Motorcycle, Jack Daniel’s The two iconic American brands have joined forces with Klock […]

Green light for the 2019 BMW Motorrad Race Trophy

Mar 22, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Munich. The privateer BMW racers from around the world will take each other on in a unique competition once again in 2019: The BMW Motorrad Race Trophy enters its sixth season. BMW Motorrad Motorsport will […]

American Flat Track and NBCSN Announce New On-Air Talent

Mar 21, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (March 21, 2019) – Following two years of impressive growth of its NBCSN viewership, American Flat Track announces the newest additions to its on-air talent for 2019. Veteran commentator Jason Weigandt returns to the booth, […]

Josh Grant Stands in for Aaron Plessinger in Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Racing Team

Mar 21, 2019 Michael Le Pard

As Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Racing Team’s Aaron Plessinger recovers from his broken heel sustained at round 10 of the 2019 Championship in Daytona, the team has announced that veteran racer Josh Grant will fill […]

Yamaha Riders Beaming for British Grand Prix

Mar 20, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Following an encouraging display of speed, fitness and determination at the opening round of the FIM Motocross World Championship, Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s Jeremy Seewer and Monster Energy Wilvo Yamaha MXGP’s Gautier Paulin and […]

Honda UK to supply cars and motorcycles for the 2019 Isle of Man TT

Mar 20, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Honda UK returns to the Isle of Man TT as both the official motorcycle and car partner to the world-famous motorcycle road race. In doing so, it will provide a combination of CBR1000RR Fireblade SPs […]

BMW Group sets strategic course for future

Mar 20, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Munich. On its way towards the mobility of the future, the BMW Group is taking strategic steps to enhance its operating performance on a sustainable basis. As well as systematically implementing its strategy NUMBER ONE […]

BMW Group Annual Report 2018

Mar 20, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Attached please find the Annual Report 2018 for download. Dear Shareholders, In the course of 2018, our company had to tackle a variety of challenges within its business environment. However, we were able to master […]

AFT Readies for Round 2 Rematch at Yamaha Atlanta Short Track

Mar 20, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (March 19, 2019) – The world’s greatest dirt track racers have barely had a chance to catch their breaths following a dramatic season opener, and they’re already preparing to do battle again […]

SBS Racing Brake Pads winning in Daytona

Mar 20, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Not only speed, but also the right brake performance can make a big difference when winning a race. This weekend both Daytona 200 and Daytona TT Flat Track races were won using SBS racing […]

Scorching 205hp 2020 BMW S1000RR Superbike Revealed!

Mar 19, 2019 Michael Le Pard

BMW’s new blazing fast superbike has just been revealed and boy does the first 2020 motorcycle model from BMW delivers scorching numbers: 434lbs, 205hp and 37mpg. That’s more fuel efficient (and cooler) than a 2020 […]

News

Harley-Davidson UK £99 per Month New Bike Promotion

Mar 19, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Ride away for less than you think For a limited time only, we’re giving you the opportunity to ride away on a selection of Sportster® motorcycles from £99 per month plus deposit and optional final […]

SUZUKI RIDERS FIGHT HARD AT INDY SUPERCROSS

Mar 19, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – March 18. Kyle Peters [250 Class, 6th Place] Alex Martin [250 Class, 9th Place] Chad Reed [450 Class, 11th Place] Justin Hill [450 Class, 14th Place] The JGRMX/ Yoshimura/ Suzuki […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

Effective Immediately American Flat Track Changes 2019 Championship Points

Ducati Island Ticket Package 2019 MotoGP Red Bull Grand Prix of The Americas

Inspiration Friday: Indian Motorcycle and Jack Daniel’s

Green light for the 2019 BMW Motorrad Race Trophy

American Flat Track and NBCSN Announce New On-Air Talent

Josh Grant Stands in for Aaron Plessinger in Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Racing Team

Yamaha Riders Beaming for British Grand Prix

Honda UK to supply cars and motorcycles for the 2019 Isle of Man TT

BMW Group Annual Report 2018

AFT Readies for Round 2 Rematch at Yamaha Atlanta Short Track

SBS Racing Brake Pads winning in Daytona

Scorching 205hp 2020 BMW S1000RR Superbike Revealed!

Harley-Davidson UK £99 per Month New Bike Promotion

SUZUKI RIDERS FIGHT HARD AT INDY SUPERCROSS

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

New Retro Redux: 2026 Suzuki GSX-8T and GSX-8TT motorcycles!