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.

MV AGUSTA AND LONCIN SIGN A LONG TERM PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT

Jul 25, 2019 Michael Le Pard

China, 25-07-2019 – The iconic Italian manufacturer MV Agusta Motor and the Chinese industrial giant Loncin Motor Co., Ltd., have entered a long term strategic partnership agreement that has, as a base, the development of […]

American Flat Track to Return to OKC Mile in 2020

Jul 24, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (July 23, 2019) – American Flat Track finalized today a contract that will bring back a fan favorite event to its 2020 schedule. The world’s fastest dirt track motorcycle racing will make its return to Remington Park in […]

MARTIN & SUZUKI RACE TO 2ND AT MILLVILLE AMA MOTOCROSS

Jul 24, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – July 23. Alex Martin – 250 Class – 2-3 for 2nd Fredrik Noren – 450 Class – 7-11 for 8th. Kyle Peters – 250 Class – 17-15 for 15th. JGRMX/ […]

Honda Endurance Racing wraps up FIM EWC season at the Suzuka 8 Hours

Jul 24, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The Honda Endurance Racing team has arrived in Japan ready for the final round of the 2018/2019 FIM Endurance World Championship – the 42ndedition of the Suzuka 8 Hours. Honda’s endurance specialists Sébastien Gimbert, […]

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BMW Summer School 2019 shines the spotlight on “Artificial Intelligence and Urban Living”

Jul 24, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Munich. As an initiative from the BMW Group Research division, the BMW Summer School provides junior scientists from all over the world with a regular opportunity to discuss their research with top-class experts from both theoretical […]

HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDR DRAG BIKES DOMINATE IN PRO STOCK MOTORCYCLE DEBUT

Jul 23, 2019 Michael Le Pard

MORRISON, Colo. (July 22, 2019) – An all-new motorcycle body added momentum to the Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines drag racing team as riders Andrew Hines and Ed Krawiec stormed through the Pro Stock Motorcycle […]

American Flat Track Changes AFT Twins to AFT SuperTwins – FAQ

Jul 23, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Competitor Memorandum – AFT SuperTwins FAQ To: All American Flat Track Competitors Date: 7/22/2019 Effective Date: Immediately Subject: 2019 AFT SuperTwins FAQ Future Direction Q: Why has AFT decided to change the premier class from […]

Wins for the BMW S 1000 RR racers in Canada, in the IDM, and the Alpe Adria

Jul 23, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Canadian Superbike Championship: Third win of the season for Ben Young. In the Canadian Superbike Championship (CSBK), BMW racer Ben Young (CAN / Ben Young Racing) took a big step towards winning the title. The […]

Labor Day Weekend in Springfield to Host Three-Race Roundup

Jul 23, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (July 22, 2019) – American Flat Track announced today its back-to-back-to-back racing extravaganza planned for Labor Day weekend. AFT will take over the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield, Ill. beginning with the Roof Systems AFT Singles presented by […]

20 New 2020 Honda Motorcycles Have Arrived

Jul 22, 2019 Michael Le Pard

It is that time of year again when we excitedly wait for the new models to arrive! The wait is over and 20 New 2020 Honda Motorcycles Have Arrived just for you! Honda Announces Enjoyable, […]

COOPER & BUILDBASE SUZUKI GSX-R1000 WIN AT SNETTERTON

Jul 22, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – July 22. Richard Cooper – SST Class – 1st Bradley Ray – BSB – 13-13th Luke Stapleford – BSB – DNF-13th Buildbase Suzuki’s Richard Cooper extended his points lead in […]

Suzuki Endurance Racing Team rider Gregg Black reflects on the EWC season so far

Jul 22, 2019 Michael Le Pard

eam Suzuki Press Office – July 21 Suzuki Endurance Racing Team rider Gregg Black reflects on the EWC season so far, plus the positive test he and teammates Vincent Philippe made at Suzuka in Japan […]

ZACH OSBORNE PODIUMS AT SPRING CREEK MUDDER

Jul 21, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team battled through tough conditions on Saturday for Round 8 of the 2019 AMA Pro Motocross Championship at Spring Creek MX Park in Millville, Minnesota. Heavy rainfall early on […]

SUZUKI TEAMS READY FOR SUZUKA EWC FINALE AFTER TEST

Jul 21, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – July 20. Suzuki GSX-R1000 teams completed a positive three-day at the Suzuka Circuit in Japan ahead of next weekend’s final round of the 2018-2019 Endurance World Championship, the 42nd Suzuka […]

Events

Bands and Bikes Highlight Gettysburg Bike Week 2019 Rally

Jul 20, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Gettysburg, PA (July 19, 2018) – Gettysburg Bike Week kicked off Thursday, July 11, 2019, for its 18th anniversary rally at the Allstar Events Family Fun Complex in Gettysburg, PA. With four days of the best bands, events […]