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.

PABLO QUINTANILLA CLAIMS THIRD ON STAGE TWO OF MOROCCO RALLY

Oct 6, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Making good use of his advantageous starting position, Pablo Quintanilla has powered to a strong third place result on stage two of the 2018 Morocco Rally. Putting in a solid performance today in the dunes […]

Eric De Seynes & Stéphane Peterhansel Set To Race Yamaha’s YXZ1000R At Morocco Rally

Oct 5, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Taking place on October 3/9, the 2018 Morocco Rally is a 1,907km adventure in the Saharan Desert. Organised by highly-experienced racer David Castera, the event will be a true challenge for all competitors. Yamaha will […]

Yamaha Stars Proud to Represent their Countries at the Monster Energy MXoN in the USA

Oct 5, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s Jeremy van Horebeek, Wilvo Yamaha Official MXGP’s Jeremy Seewer and the complete Kemea Yamaha Official MX2 line-up, Ben Watson, Jago Geerts and Anthony Rodriguez, have travelled to Buchanan, Michigan, USA, […]

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA RIDERS GET 2018 MOROCCO RALLY UNDERWAY

Oct 5, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Kicking off the action with a short Prologue outside the city of Fes, the 2018 Morocco Rally saw both Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing riders complete the 10km timed special without any issues. Posting the […]

HOT PACE ON OPENING DAY AT CHANG INTERNATIONAL CIRCUIT

Oct 5, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 5. Andrea Iannone: 6th – 1:31.256 (+ 0.166) Alex Rins: 15th – 1:31.929 (+ 0.839) • Andrea Iannone showing early promise. • Alex Rins working towards the race. • […]

Movistar Yamaha Competitive at Chang Circuit in Friday FP Sessions

Oct 5, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Movistar Yamaha MotoGP’s Maverick Viñales and Valentino Rossi kicked off the first Asian flyaway race weekend today, at the Chang International Circuit. They made the most of the morning 45-minute practice session with a perfect […]

2019 Suzuki Katana Returns!

Oct 4, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Suzuki KATANA. A legend returns.From the sharp lines defining the length of its body, to the rider-friendly performance of its engine, every detail of the Suzuki KATANA speaks of distinctive beauty.While its design pays […]

DAVIDE BRIVIO BLOG – OUR TARGET IS TO GET MORE PODIUMS

Oct 4, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 3. “The other important thing apart from the podium at the race in Motorland was that we could fight at the front with both bikes and both riders finishing […]

THAI GP TO KICK OFF THE QUARTET OF FLYAWAY RACES

Oct 4, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 3. The Chang International Circuit in Buriram, Thailand, is the newest facility to host a world-class motorcycling event, and will be the scene of the 15th round of the […]

Honda highlights at Paris and Cologne motorcycle shows

Oct 3, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Concept model for Paris ‘Mondial’ showcases Honda’s ‘Neo Sports Café’ design language New Super Cub arrives in France and Germany ahead of autumn sales start across Europe New colours for Africa Twin and Africa […]

American Flat Track’s 2018 Finale – the Meadowlands Mile presented by Ducati – Comes This Weekend to the NYC Metro

Oct 3, 2018 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Oct. 2, 2018) – American Flat Track caps off its 2018 season with its grand finale – the Meadowlands Mile presented by Ducati – this weekend, October 6, in the New York […]

SUZUKI ECSTAR WARMING UP AT BANGKOK EVENT

Oct 3, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 3. The SUZUKI ECSTAR team landed in Bangkok yesterday to face the first ever Thai Grand Prix that will be held this weekend at the Chang International Circuit in […]

Yamalube Yamaha Official Rally Team Riders Looking For Success At 2018 Morocco Rally

Oct 3, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Yamalube Yamaha Official Rally Team riders Adrien Van Beveren, Xavier de Soultrait and Franco Caimi are all-set to contest the 2018 Morocco Rally. Using the five-stage event as part of their preparation for the upcoming […]

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE DEBUTS FTR1200 and FTR1200S

Oct 2, 2018 Michael Le Pard

New Flat Track Inspired Street Bike Draws From Indian Motorcycle’s Storied History & Success in Flat Track Racing All-New Platform Combines Flat Tracker Styling with Powerful New Liquid-Cooled V-Twin Engine with 120 Horsepower https://www.totalmotorcycle.com/motorcycles/2019/Indian-models Today […]

Monster Yamaha Tech3 Pair Eager to Kick Off the Flyaway Journey

Oct 2, 2018 Michael Le Pard

This weekend’s PTT Thailand Grand Prix initiates a very crucial and demanding part of the 2018 MotoGP World Championship, being a new addition in the calendar, plus the first of four races in Asia and […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

PABLO QUINTANILLA CLAIMS THIRD ON STAGE TWO OF MOROCCO RALLY

Eric De Seynes & Stéphane Peterhansel Set To Race Yamaha’s YXZ1000R At Morocco Rally

Yamaha Stars Proud to Represent their Countries at the Monster Energy MXoN in the USA

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA RIDERS GET 2018 MOROCCO RALLY UNDERWAY

HOT PACE ON OPENING DAY AT CHANG INTERNATIONAL CIRCUIT

Movistar Yamaha Competitive at Chang Circuit in Friday FP Sessions

2019 Suzuki Katana Returns!

DAVIDE BRIVIO BLOG – OUR TARGET IS TO GET MORE PODIUMS

THAI GP TO KICK OFF THE QUARTET OF FLYAWAY RACES

Honda highlights at Paris and Cologne motorcycle shows

American Flat Track’s 2018 Finale – the Meadowlands Mile presented by Ducati – Comes This Weekend to the NYC Metro

SUZUKI ECSTAR WARMING UP AT BANGKOK EVENT

Yamalube Yamaha Official Rally Team Riders Looking For Success At 2018 Morocco Rally

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE DEBUTS FTR1200 and FTR1200S

Monster Yamaha Tech3 Pair Eager to Kick Off the Flyaway Journey

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