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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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DUCATI NORTH AMERICA BRINGS NEW 2019 MOTORCYCLES TO VANCOUVER MOTORCYCLE SHOW

Jan 18, 2019 Michael Le Pard

World’s Most Powerful Production Motorcycle, Ducati Panigale V4 R, to be shown for the first time in British Columbia The Land of Joy will be onsite with four new Scrambler Ducati models showcased along with […]

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Rider Inspiration: Research Study Finds Riding a Motorcycle is Healthy

Jan 17, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Motorcyclists have long championed riding as their main road to stress relief and positive mental health. Today, the results of a neurobiological study conducted by a team of three researchers from UCLA’s Semel Institute for […]

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FEDERICO FULIGNI AND MV AGUSTA REPARTO CORSE TOGETHER IN WSS FOR THE 2019 SEASON

Jan 17, 2019 Michael Le Pard

MV Agusta Reparto Corse Team, which will be participating in the World Supersport Championship, has chosen Federico Fuligni for the 2019 season. The Italian rider will join already confirmed Raffaele De Rosa. After last season […]

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Yamalube Yamaha Rally Endure Mixed Fortunes On Penultimate Dakar Stage

Jan 17, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Stage nine of this year’s Dakar brought mixed emotions to the Yamalube Yamaha Rally crew. With Xavier de Soultrait putting in another solid stage performance to secure a spot inside the top five in the […]

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PABLO QUINTANILLA IN WITH A FIGHTING CHANCE OF MAKING HISTORY IN PERU

Jan 17, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Claiming a solid third place result on the penultimate stage of the Dakar Rally, Pablo Quintanilla is currently placed second overall, one minute and two second behind the provisional leader. With one stage still to […]

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After 2 years of testing SBS releases DS-2 brake pads for motorcycles

Jan 16, 2019 Michael Le Pard

New Dynamic Racing Concept from SBS Unique combination of two brake pad compounds meets different braking preferences in racing After more than two years testing, the well-known racing brake pad compound DS-1 is now followed […]

2019 BMW R1250GS Adventure

BMW Motorrad sells record 165,566 motorcycles in 2018

Jan 16, 2019 Michael Le Pard

BMW Motorrad sold more motorcycles and maxi scooters in 2018 than ever before. Compared to the strong previous year, deliveries increased by a further 0.9%. As of December 2018 a total of 165,566 vehicles (previous […]

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QUINTANILLA AND SHORT INSIDE THE TOP FIVE ON DAKAR’S STAGE EIGHT

Jan 16, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Making light work of a physically taxing stage of the Dakar Rally, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing riders Pablo Quintanilla and Andrew Short have both finished inside the top five on Tuesday’s stage eight. Picking […]

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Yamalube Yamaha Rally Riders Battle Through Challenging Stage Eight Of Dakar

Jan 16, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Battling through a physically demanding stage eight of the Dakar Rally, both Yamalube Yamaha Rally team riders have reached the Pisco bivouac and now look ahead to the last two days of racing in the […]

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2019 AMA Pro Hillclimb Schedule Released

Jan 16, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (January 15, 2019) – AMA Pro Hillclimb is pleased to announce its 2019 event schedule. The season will host a total of eight events, including two highly-anticipated returns to Laconia, NH and Spring […]

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Arai Helmets Renews Partnership with American Flat Track for 2019

Jan 15, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (January 14, 2019) – American Flat Track (AFT) is excited to announce the continuation of its partnership with Arai Helmet, Inc. for 2019, naming the industry leader in head protection as the […]

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Van Beveren Climbs To Second Overall After Dakar’s Stage Seven

Jan 15, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Putting in yet another solid stage performance today in Peru, Yamalube Yamaha Rally team rider Adrien Van Beveren has managed to move up three spots in the provisional overall standings. Currently holding the runner-up spot […]

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ANDREW SHORT CLAIMS TOP SIX RESULT ON STAGE SEVEN OF DAKAR

Jan 15, 2019 Michael Le Pard

In what was yet another challenging day of racing at this year’s Dakar Rally, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing team riders Andrew Short and Pablo Quintanilla enjoyed strong performances during Monday’s stage seven of the […]

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2019 BMW model spring updates

Jan 15, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Munich. BMW will introduce a wave of enticing additions to standard specification and broaden the array of options available ex-factory in spring 2019, delivering a further boost to driving pleasure and individuality in many of […]

New 2019 BMW Z4 sDrive30i and 2020 BMW Z4 M40i Roadster

New 2019 BMW Z4 sDrive30i and 2020 BMW Z4 M40i Roadster

Jan 15, 2019 Michael Le Pard

New 255 hp and 382 hp BMW TwinPower Turbocharged engines. New sports chassis with a perfect 50:50 weight distribution. New soft top for reduced weight and greatly increased cargo space. Market Launch of the Z4 […]

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