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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.

2020 Toyota Supra Launches

NAIAS News: 2020 Toyota Supra Launches $49,990. 4.1 sec. 335hp. The #Supra is Back

Jan 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DETROIT (Jan. 14, 2019) – Sports car enthusiasts have been waiting more than 20 years for the return of Supra and will soon be able to purchase the 2020 Toyota GR Supra for a Manufacturer’s Suggested […]

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SUZUKI GSX-R1000 DOMINATES NEW ZEALAND SUPERBIKES

Jan 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – January 14. Scott Moir – GSX-R1000 – 1-1-1 – 1st overall Sloan Frost – GSX-R1000 – 2-2-2 – 2nd overall Suzuki riders Scott Moir and Sloan Frost dominated the New […]

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Adrien Van Beveren Inside The Top Five On Dakar’s Stage Six

Jan 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The second part of the 2019 Dakar Rally has started today with Yamalube Yamaha Rally team riders battling through a demanding stage six of the event. Enjoying a stealthy performance in the dunes of Peru, […]

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PABLO QUINTANILLA WINS STAGE SIX OF DAKAR RALLY

Jan 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Claiming his first individual stage victory at this year’s Dakar Rally, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider Pablo Quintanilla has retaken the lead of the event’s provisional overall standings. Securing a solid eighth place result […]

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MARTENS FINISHES FIGHTING SECOND AT GURP TT

Jan 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING STAR PLACES CLOSE RUNNER-UP AT FIFTH STOP OF CHAMPIONNAT DE FRANCE DES SABLES Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Yentel Martens has secured a strong runner-up result at round five of […]

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ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA RACERS LOOK AHEAD TO WEEK TWO OF DAKAR

Jan 13, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Well placed inside the top 10 at this year’s Dakar Rally, both Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Pablo Quintanilla and Andrew Short are looking forward to the demanding second week of racing that lies ahead […]

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Yamalube Yamaha Rally Set The Bar High For Second Week Of Dakar

Jan 13, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Enjoying a well-deserved break in Arequipa on Saturday, Yamalube Yamaha Rally team riders Adrien Van Beveren and Xavier de Soultrait are set to attack the second part of this year’s Dakar Rally. Currently sitting fifth […]

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ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING’S JASON ANDERSON 2ND AT GLENDALE SX

Jan 13, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Jason Anderson earned his first 450 Main Event podium of the season on Saturday at the Glendale Supercross, the second round of the 2019 AMA Supercross series, held at the […]

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Colt Nichols Stays On Top With Second-Straight Podium

Jan 13, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Glendale, AZ – January 12, 2019 – Following his stellar win at the Monster Energy AMA Supercross season opener, Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing’s Colt Nichols rode a smart race to hold onto his championship […]

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DAVIDE BRIVIO MotoGP 2018 SEASON REVIEW

Jan 13, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – January 13. Team SUZUKI ECSTAR Team Manager Davide Brivio talks about an outstanding 2018 season that netted a total of nine podium finishes for the team and the GSX-RR. Before […]

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Justin Barcia Scores Valuable Championship Points In Glendale

Jan 13, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Glendale, AZ – January 13, 2019 – Titles are won by collecting points, even on those tough days. In spite of a challenging track at State Farm Stadium, Justin Barcia and his Monster Energy Yamaha […]

NAIAS 2019 News - LEXUS LC CONVERTIBLE CONCEPT MAKES WORLD DEBUT IN DETROIT

NAIAS 2019 News – LEXUS LC CONVERTIBLE CONCEPT MAKES WORLD DEBUT IN DETROIT

Jan 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Lexus LC Convertible concept Makes World Debut in Detroit Open top concept suggests future direction of LC flagship Dynamic design positions LC concept as a halo for the rest of the brand Continues the Lexus […]

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ANDREW SHORT CLAIMS CAREER BEST RESULT ON STAGE FIVE OF DAKAR

Jan 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Andrew Short has earned an impressive top-five result on stage five of the 2019 Dakar Rally – the American’s second participation in the world’s most demanding rally. Following a well-calculated […]

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Xavier De Soultrait Second On Dakar Rally’s Stage Five

Jan 12, 2019 Michael Le Pard

With both Yamalube Yamaha Rally team riders safely reaching the end of the gruelling two-day marathon stage, Xavier de Soultrait has secured a solid runner-up result on Friday’s stage five of the 2019 Dakar Rally. […]

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STROUD DOMINATES NEW ZEALAND GIXXER CUP

Jan 11, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – January 11 Jesse Stroud – Suzuki GSX150F – 1 – 1 The Stroud name has long been associated with motorcycling glory in New Zealand with Andrew Stroud a record nine-time […]

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