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.

MotoGP San Marino Grand Prix: Danilo Petrucci 8th and Andrea Dovizioso 10th at Misano

Sep 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

At the end of the first two practice sessions for the San Marino Grand Prix, scheduled to be held this weekend at the Misano World Circuit, all three factory Ducati riders finished the day inside […]

Monster Energy Yamaha are on the Mark in First Misano FP Sessions

Sep 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP‘s Maverick Viñales continued his good feeling from the Misano Test at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli today. The number-12 rider left a strong impression, securing first position in the FP2 […]

MEASURED START IN MISANO FOR TEAM SUZUKI ECSTAR

Sep 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – September 13. Alex Rins: 11th – 1:33.874 (+ 1.099) Joan Mir: 19th – 1:34.229 (+ 1.454) • Alex Rins approaches Friday in usual meticulous way. • Joan Mir makes his […]

Awesome 2020 Indian Motorcycles – New 116 V-Twins – New Models

Sep 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Indian Motorcycle fights back with a 1-2-3 combination of awesome 2020 Indian Motorcycles, new 116 Thunder Stroke V-Twins and a slew of new motorcycle models! Must see: 2020 Indian Scout 100th Anniversary, Scout Bobber Twenty, […]

10 things to know about the San Marino Grand Prix

Sep 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The MotoGP World Championship returns to Italy this weekend for the thirteenth round of the season at the Misano World Circuit “Marco Simoncelli”. Let’s have a look at ten key facts about the race:– The Misano […]

Yamaha Stars Chasing Championship Medals at MXGP Season Finale

Sep 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The Monster Energy Yamaha Factory and Monster Energy Wilvo Yamaha MXGP teams are set to travel halfway across the world for the 18th and final round of the MXGP and MX2 World Championships. The season […]

TEAM SUZUKI ECSTAR READY AND WAITING FOR MISANO

Sep 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – September 11. Team SUZUKI ECSTAR are still on a high as they head for Round 13 of MotoGP™, thanks to Alex Rins’ stunning win at Silverstone and excited to head […]

Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Raring for ‘Second Home Race’ in Misano

Sep 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

After a two-week break, following a successful Misano Test, the Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP team are eager to return to action. While Maverick Viñales had to make his way from Spain to Italy for the […]

Cardo and Ducati PACKTALK BOLD Special Edition and Partnership Announced

Sep 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Collaboration Blends Style and Technology to Create a Unique, Ducati-Themed Product Offering Milan, Italy (September 4, 2019) – Cardo Systems, Ltd. the global market leader in wireless communication systems for motorcyclists, and Ducati Motor Holdings S.p.A. […]