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.

Roger Lee Hayden Returns to Race American Flat Track

May 29, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (May 29, 2019) – Just days before the running of American Flat Track‘s first Mile race of 2019, a new entry to the AFT Twins presented by Vance & Hines class is making waves in the […]

Mission Winnow Ducati team ready for its home round, the Italian Grand Prix at Mugello

May 29, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The Mission Winnow Ducati team is ready to resume action at the Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello for the Italian Grand Prix, the sixth round in the 2019 MotoGP calendar and home race for the Borgo […]

Cruiser Segment Shocker: BMW Motorrad Concept R18

May 28, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Tradition, modern design, history, power, elegance. Words that go well together but extremely hard to put into metal. At the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, BMW Motorrad has shocked riders with its re-entry into the cruiser […]

MV AGUSTA SUPERVELOCE 800 WINS THE CONCORSO D’ELEGANZA VILLA D’ESTE 2019 CONCEPT BIKES CLASS

May 28, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Varese, 27 May 2019 – Exactly 90 years ago the first edition of what would become one of the most prestigious and traditional events in the world for historic vehicles was held on the shores […]

COOPER & SUZUKI EXTEND SERIES LEAD AT DONINGTON BSB

May 28, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – May 28. Richard Cooper – SST – 1-1-2 Bradley Ray – SBK – 17-13-9 Luke Stapleford – SBK – 12-15-10 Richard Cooper extended his National Superstock 1000 Championship lead at […]

Students Finish the 7th Yamaha VR46 Master Camp

May 28, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Yesterday the 7th Yamaha VR46 Master Camp came to a close with a tour of the VR46 headquarters in Tavullia, followed by the traditional graduation ceremony and many presents. The Yamaha VR46 Master Camp riders […]

Events

First-ever BMW M Festival in North America to be held at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park

May 28, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Richmond Hill, ON. True to its motorsport heritage and passion for performance on the track, BMW Canada is bringing the iconic BMW M Festival to the continent for the first time ever from July 13th […]

Alex Olsen reaches the Superstock podium in the BSB with the BMW S 1000 RR

May 27, 2019 Michael Le Pard

British Superbike Championship: Alex Olsen continues series of podiums in the Superstock class. The third event of the 2019 British Superbike Championship (BSB) season at Donington Park (GBR) included a triple-header with plenty of racing […]

Double Podium Delight for Yamaha in France

May 27, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Wilvo Yamaha MXGP’s Arnaud Tonus maintained his podium form at the seventh round of the FIM Motocross World Championship in Saint Jean d’Angely, France, as the French Grand Prix runner-up. Monster Energy Yamaha Factory […]

Springfield Mile I Rescheduled For a Labor Day Weekend Doubleheader

May 27, 2019 Michael Le Pard

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (May 26, 2019) – With additional storms called for in the weather forecast, the 2019 Springfield Mile I has been rescheduled for Saturday, August 31, 2019. The rescheduled event will provide fans with […]

THOMAS KJER OLSEN THIRD OVERALL AT MXGP OF FRANCE

May 26, 2019 Michael Le Pard

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING’S MX2 STAR DIGS DEEP TO SECURE SIXTH PODIUM FINISH OF 2019 Once again securing a place on the overall MX2 class podium, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Thomas Kjer Olsen […]

Springfield Mile Rescheduled for May 27

May 26, 2019 Michael Le Pard

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (May 26, 2019) – The 2019 Springfield Mile I scheduled to run on Sunday, May 26, 2019 at the Illinois State Fairgrounds has been postponed due to inclement weather and rescheduled for Monday, May 27, 2019. On-track activity is currently scheduled […]