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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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ANDREW SHORT & PABLO QUINTANILLA SET TO RACE 2019 ATACAMA RALLY

Aug 30, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Returning to action for round three of the 2019 FIM Cross-Country Rallies World Championship, the two-man Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing team of Andrew Short and Pablo Quintanilla will take on the tough Atacama Rally […]

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FEEDBACK FROM RINS AND MIR AFTER FIRST DAY IN MISANO

Aug 30, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – August 29. Team SUZUKI ECSTAR were back on track for the first day of testing in Misano. Directly following the iconic victory of Alex Rins in Silverstone just four days ago, […]

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ALEX RINS BRITISH MotoGP 2019 WIN BLOG

Aug 29, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – August 28. “Thanks to everyone that helped me to get this second win of the season, and thanks to all the fans for their support too!” “Winning is always an […]

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Ducati team for 2020: Scott Redding to join Chaz Davies on Panigale V4 R in Superbike World Championship

Aug 29, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Scott Redding is all set to partner Chaz Davies in the 2020 Superbike World Championship on the factory DucatiV4 R of the Italian team.The 26-year-old British rider from Quedgeley (Gloucestershire), who this year is taking […]

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Suzuki’s Monumental Race Weekend Takes Victories in Every Class

Aug 28, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Across the globe, Suzuki had a monumental weekend of race success as roadracers took victories in every class Suzuki participated in. Team Suzuki ECSTAR’s Alex Rins brilliantly rode his GSX-RR to his second MotoGP win […]

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Loris Baz Reunited with YART Yamaha EWC Team for 2019 Bol d’Or

Aug 28, 2019 Michael Le Pard

After a short summer break following an impressive sixth place finish at the prestigious Suzuka 8 Hours in July, the YART Yamaha EWC Team are already gearing up for a return to action at the […]

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STRONG SEASON FINISH FOR SUZUKI AT AMA MX FINALE

Aug 28, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – August 27. Fredrik Noren: 450 Class, 10-10 for 10th Alex Martin: 250 Class, 6-8 for 6th Enzo Lopes: 250 Class, 19-18 for 17th Kyle Peters: 250 Class, 17-24 for 20th […]

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Gerloff Scores Another Win, Beaubier a Pair of Podiums in Pittsburgh

Aug 27, 2019 Michael Le Pard

It was a positive weekend for the Monster Energy Yamalube Yamaha Factory Racing Team, with Garrett Gerloff taking a thrilling victory in race one, and Cameron Beaubier scoring a pair of podiums at the Pittsburgh […]

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Febvre Sustains Broken Femur at Swedish Grand Prix

Aug 27, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Following a heavy fall in the final race at the 16th round of the FIM Motocross World Championship in Uddevalla, Sweden, Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s Romain Febvre has suffered a broken left femur. After […]

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BMW Motorrad Motorsport News: Mathieu Gines wins the title in the French Superbike Championship

Aug 27, 2019 Michael Le Pard

French Superbike Championship: Mathieu Gines is champion. The next 2019 champion from the BMW Motorrad Motorsport family has been decided. This weekend saw Mathieu Gines (FRA / Tecmas Racing Team) celebrate winning the French Superbike […]

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American Flat Track Set for Pivotal Springfield Tripleheader

Aug 27, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (August 26, 2019) – American Flat Track is set to unleash a dirt track racing extravaganza on the hallowed grounds of the Illinois State Fairgrounds in the form of a Springfield AFT tripleheader this upcoming Labor […]

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BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team completes two days of testing at Portimão

Aug 27, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Portimão. The long FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) summer break ended for the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team with two days of testing at Portimão (POR). At the same venue, the team with riders Tom Sykes […]

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YOSHIMURA SUZUKI & ELIAS WIN AT PITTSBURGH SUPERBIKE

Aug 27, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – August 26. Toni Elias: GSX-R1000 – 3-1 Josh Herrin: GSX-R1000 – 7-3 It was a great weekend for Yoshimura Suzuki Factory Racing at Pittsburgh Motorsports Race Complex as Toni Elias […]

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Last Chance to Ride Thailand in 2019 with BMW Motorrad

Aug 27, 2019 Michael Le Pard

A confirmed departure in November 2019 this two week ride in remote northern Thailand is packed with the sights and sounds of this enchanting country. A magical mix of great riding and incredible sights. This […]

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BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team completes two days of testing at Portimão

Aug 26, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Portimão. The long FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) summer break ended for the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team with two days of testing at Portimão (POR). At the same venue, the team with riders Tom Sykes […]

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