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[ Nov 9, 2025 ] Bulega scores first MotoGP point with the Ducati Lenovo Team News
[ Nov 9, 2025 ] Marco Bezzecchi dominates and wins in Portimão News
[ Nov 9, 2025 ] top five breakthrough at Portuguese MotoGP News
[ Nov 9, 2025 ] Alex Márquez’s Portuguese GP spectacular win with Ducati of the Gresini Racing Team News
[ Nov 9, 2025 ] Moreira wins the very fast Moto2 race and stakes a claim on the title Quiles’ success in Moto3 News
[ Nov 9, 2025 ] Podium for Aprilia Racing and Marco Bezzecchi in the Portimão sprint race News
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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.

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THOMAS COVINGTON BATTLES TO FOURTH OVERALL AT GP OF SWITZERLAND

Aug 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING RIDER MISSES THE MX2 PODIUM BY JUST ONE POINT Securing a strong third place result in the opening MX2 class moto, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider Thomas Covington wrapped […]

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TWO PODIUMS & CHAMPIONSHIP LEAD FOR BUILDBASE SUZUKI

Aug 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – August 20. Bradley Ray – BSB – 2-2 Richard Cooper – BSB – 11-9 Billy McConnell – SST – 2 • Pole position and two podiums for Bradley Ray. • […]

Harley-Davidson Authorized Tours - Looking for adventure? We know where to find it.

Harley-Davidson Authorized Tours – Looking for adventure? We know where to find it.

Aug 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

There is nothing like riding new roads, discovering new sites, meeting new friends and having fun; why not do it all by motorcycle? North America, Europe, Asia, New Zealand and even Africa await you on […]

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“King Henry” Wiles Reigns Again at Peoria TT

Aug 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

PEORIA, Ill. (August 18, 2018) – Long live the King of Peoria! “King Henry” Wiles (No. 17 Bandit Industries/Wilco Racing/Willy Built Kawasaki Ninja 650) extended his reign in Saturday’s 72nd annual Peoria TT presented by […]

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ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING’S MITCHELL HARRISON IMPRESSES IN THE TOP-FIVE AT BUDDS CREEK NATIONAL

Aug 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team headed to the Budds Creek National in Mechanicsville, MD for the penultimate round of the AMA Pro Motocross Championship on Saturday. Mitchell Harrison had a great showing with […]

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PABLO QUINTANILLA SECURES PODIUM RESULT AT ATACAMA RALLY

Aug 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING RALLY STAR SHARES CROSS-COUNTRY RALLIES WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP LEAD WITH TWO ROUNDS TO GO At the end of a challenging week of racing in Chile, Pablo Quintanilla has claimed a solid […]

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BRADLEY RAY SUZUKA 8 HOURS & BSB BLOG

Aug 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – August 18. Brad Ray talks about the Suzuka 8 Hours Endurance World Championship final round in Japan, where he was invited to ride for the Yoshimura Suzuki Motul Racing team, […]

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Suzuki Motorcycle Racing Weekend Action Recap – August 18-19, 2018

Aug 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The third weekend of August sees Suzuki’s GSX-R1000 in action in British Superbikes and also the RM-Z450 and RM-Z250 on track for AMA Motocross in the USA. The Buildbase Suzuki team have been on track […]

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ANDREW SHORT SECURES BEST STAGE RESULT ON PENULTIMATE DAY OF ATACAMA RALLY

Aug 18, 2018 Michael Le Pard

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING RIDER MOVES UP TO NINTH OVERALL WITH ONE STAGE TO GO Enjoying his best performance since the start of this week-long adventure in Chile, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Andrew […]

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Join Yamaha Next Weekend at Japan Festival Canada 2018!

Aug 18, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Come celebrate with Yamaha Motor Canada at the largest Japanese Cultural Event in North America! The annual event celebrates Japanese culture, food, and technologies around the world and this year’s event marks the 90th Anniversary […]

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Motorcycle Live UK’s Biggest Motorcycle Show: 100000 fans, Tickets, KTM 790 Duke Winner

Aug 17, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The countdown to the annual pilgrimage is on. From 17-25 November 2018, Motorcycle Live will fill four halls of The NEC to bursting, with brand-new metal from over 35 leading manufacturers; all the latest kit […]

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Statement from AMA Pro Racing on the loss of American Flat Track competitor Alec Muth

Aug 17, 2018 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (August 16, 2018) – It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alec Muth (22), who was involved in an on-track incident during the American Flat Track event at […]

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PABLO QUINTANILLA WINS STAGE THREE AT ATACAMA RALLY 2018

Aug 17, 2018 Michael Le Pard

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING RALLY STAR REGAINS PROVISIONAL OVERALL LEAD WITH TWO STAGES STILL TO BE CONTESTED IN CHILE Making short work of a demanding stage three at the 2018 Atacama Rally, Pablo Quintanilla […]

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BUILDBASE SUZUKI GEARED-UP FOR CADWELL BSB

Aug 17, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – August 16. Buildbase Suzuki will head to Cadwell Park this weekend for round eight of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship, looking to use the data gathered at a recent private […]

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‘King Henry’ Wiles Goes for Unprecedented 14th Straight Peoria TT Win this Saturday

Aug 16, 2018 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (August 15, 2018) – On Saturday, August 18, American Flat Track heads to central Illinois for the longest-running event in Grand National Championship history: the legendary – and 72nd annual – Peoria […]

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