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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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ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING EXTEND CONTRACT WITH DEAN WILSON

Oct 16, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Motorcycles are pleased to announce that Dean Wilson has signed a one-year contract extension that will see him continue to race for Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing. The 27-year-old is set to compete in […]

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SUZUKI’S HOME SOIL IN JAPAN FOR ROUND 16

Oct 16, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 16. Following a short break of 10 days, MotoGP is back on track this weekend in Japan. Round 16 will be a special one for many teams in the […]

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ANDREW SHORT FIGHTS HARD IN DUSTY WORCS CONDITIONS

Oct 15, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Following an incredible career-first win at the Rally Du Maroc, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team’s Andrew Short looked to keep the momentum rolling at Round 10 of the World Off-Road Championship Series (WORCS) in […]

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Cluzel Victorious in Argentine Supersport Thriller

Oct 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

GMT94 Yamaha Supported WorldSSP rider, Jules Cluzel, secured his third race win of the season with a dominant performance in a thrilling WorldSSP race at Circuito San Juan Villicum today. The Frenchman, who celebrated his […]

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BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team’s hard work goes unrewarded in San Juan

Oct 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

San Juan. BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team’s hard work went unrewarded in the Sunday race of the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) in San Juan (ARG). Tom Sykes (GBR) finished in ninth place on his BMW […]

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Positive Conclusion to Pata Yamaha’s Argentine Adventure

Oct 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Pata Yamaha WorldSBK rider, Michael van der Mark, took a hard fought fourth place finish in today’s WorldSBK Race 2 at Circuito San Juan Villicum in Argentina, having caught and passed yesterday’s race winner, Alvaro […]

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TREVOR BOLLINGER CLAIMS A TOP-FIVE FINISH AT MOUNTAINEER GNCC

Oct 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Round 12 of the Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) Series took place on Sunday afternoon at an all-new venue in Beckley, West Virginia where Rockstar Energy Factory Racing Team’s Trevor Bollinger captured a top-five finish […]

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WorldSBK San Juan Argentina: Chaz Davies 2nd Álvaro Bautista 5th

Oct 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The Aruba.it Racing – Ducati rider Chaz Davies brought home an excellent second place today in the second race of the Argentinean Round of the Superbike World Championship, held this weekend at the San Juan […]

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BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team defies tricky conditions at San Juan

Oct 13, 2019 Michael Le Pard

San Juan. The BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team and riders, Tom Sykes (GBR) and Markus Reiterberger (GER), defied very tricky conditions in Saturday’s FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) race at San Juan (ARG). Sykes crossed the […]

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Both Pata Yamahas in the Top Five in Argentina

Oct 13, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The Pata Yamaha WorldSBK team continued their run of positive form in today’s Race 1 in Argentina, with Michael van der Mark finishing in fourth place and teammate Alex Lowes following him across the line […]

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World Superbike in Argentina: Bautista leads the way with Davies fourth for the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati

Oct 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

After the first two free practice sessions of the Argentinean Round of the Superbike World Championship, which is being held this weekend at the San Juan Villicum Circuit, the provisional standings see Álvaro Bautista topping […]

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Looking back at the 1959-1966 Iconic MX Season

Oct 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Between 1959 and 1966 Husqvarna had conquered four MX championships in the 250cc class. Torsten Hallman had three world titles and Rolf Tibblin one European victory when plans for the 1967 season began. On top […]

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The bLU cRU Real Deal: Levi Kitchen

Oct 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Levi Kitchen was born and raised in Washougal, Washington. Those who follow motocross know that the small town of Washougal hosts one of the best Pro Motocross Nationals on the circuit each year at Washougal […]

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ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING’S THAD DUVALL TO MISS REMAINDER OF GNCC SEASON

Oct 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team’s Thad DuVall suffered a practice crash on Tuesday, resulting in a season-ending knee injury. Following a doctor’s evaluation on Wednesday, it was determined that DuVall would miss the final […]

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Treacherous Track Conditions Make for a Tough Opening Day in Argentina

Oct 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

It proved a difficult opening day in Argentina for the Yamaha WorldSBK riders, who had to contend with racing on a track with little to no grip as a result of a fine layer of […]

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