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.

No room for rivalry as Red Bull KTM sweeps MXGP of Sardinia

Apr 12, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Lucas Coenen and Simon Laengenfelder ran out winners at the Grand Prix of Sardinia: round four of 2026 and the latest episode of back-to-back events in the current campaign. Red Bull KTM owned both MXGP […]

MXGP Sardegna: De Wolf and Everts Double Podium at Riola Sardo

Apr 12, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing delivered an outstanding performance at round four of the 2026 FIM Motocross World Championship, as the MXGP of Sardegna provided a spectacular and punishing test in the deep sands of Riola […]

RED BULL KTM FACTORY RACING DOMINATES SEASON OPENER AT ENDUROGP OF ITALY

Apr 12, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Josep Garcia and Andrea Verona have made an outstanding start to the 2026 FIM EnduroGP World Championship, securing multiple wins and podium finishes at the opening round in Custonaci, Sicily. Garcia claimed the overall […]

Top 10 for Calvin Vlaanderen in Race Two

Apr 12, 2026 Michael Le Pard

• Positive return to MX2 for Ferruccio Zanchi Located on the central-western coast of Sardinia, about 100 kilometers north of Cagliari, Riola Sardo has been the epicenter of the Motocross World Championship for over a […]

Courageous Efforts from Tim Gajser and Maxime Renaux in Sardegna

Apr 12, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP Team’s Tim Gajser and Maxime Renaux have both fought hard for valuable MXGP World Championship points at a gruelling MXGP of Sardegna. Crashes in each Grand Prix race restricted […]

Janis Reisulis Charges to Fifth in Sardegna with Karlis Reisulis Placing Eighth

Apr 12, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2 Team’s Janis Reisulis and Karlis Reisulis have maintained their solid start to the 2026 FIM MX2 Motocross World Championship, with the brothers placing fifth and eighth overall, respectively, at […]

MXGP “Le Dune” circuit in Riola Sardo Top 10 riders

Apr 12, 2026 Michael Le Pard

• A difficult day on the sand for the Red Bull Ducati Factory MXGP Team riders The “Le Dune” circuit in Riola Sardo, located 15 kilometers from the Sardinian west coast, will host this weekend […]

MIXED FORTUNES FOR RED BULL KTM FACTORY RACING IN NASHVILLE SUPERCROSS

Apr 12, 2026 Michael Le Pard

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Red Bull KTM Factory Racing endured a mixed day out at Round 13 of the 2026 AMA Supercross Championship in Nashville, where Eli Tomac qualified quickest and won his Heat race before a […]

Daxton Bennick races to top-five result in 250SX East at Nashville

Apr 12, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Daxton Bennick and Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing finished with a hard-fought P4 result at Round 13 of the AMA Supercross Championship in Nashville this afternoon, maintaining third in the 250SX East standings. The […]

Debut Race Win and Sixth Overall for Sleny Goyer in Riola Sardo Sand

Apr 12, 2026 Michael Le Pard

MJC Yamaha Official EMX125 Team’s Sleny Goyer has finished sixth overall at the third round of the 2026 EMX125 Championship. After overcoming some adversity in Race One, the rising French star charged to a […]

Ducati’s Centenary celebrated with a stamp

Apr 10, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Ducati is among the companies to which the MIMIT has dedicated a stamp of the series “Excellence of the Production System and Made in Italy” The issue pays tribute to the hundred-year history of the […]

Harley-Davidson unveils a new visual identity

Apr 10, 2026 Michael Le Pard

HARLEY-DAVIDSON LAUNCHES RIDE New Global Brand Platform Sets Stage For New Era of Harley-Davidson, While Honoring Its Heritage MILWAUKEE (April 9, 2026) – Harley-Davidson reignites the brand with the global launch of RIDE, a […]

Nationwide celebration welcoming all-new 2026 Ducati lineup Season Opening

Apr 10, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Season Opening Gear up for an exciting weekend as we welcome the much-awaited return of riding season. Join us for a nationwide celebration welcoming the all-new 2026 Ducati lineup during Season Opening, where you’ll have the opportunity […]

JOSEP GARCIA AND ANDREA VERONA LEAD RED BULL KTM FACTORY RACING INTO 2026 ENDUROGP SEASON

Apr 10, 2026 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing heads into the 2026 FIM EnduroGP World Championship with a formidable two-rider line-up of reigning champions, Josep Garcia and Andrea Verona, as the team targets further success at the highest level of enduro […]

FIM R3 BLU CRU World Cup Class of 2026 Ready for Season

Apr 10, 2026 Michael Le Pard

The 2026 FIM R3 BLU CRU World Cup field took an important step towards the new season as the riders came together at Cremona Circuit in Italy for the official two-day pre-season test on 8-9 […]