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[ Aug 16, 2026 ] MXGP of Sweden: Everts takes second overall as de Wolf progresses in Uddevalla News
[ Aug 16, 2026 ] Sacha Coenen back on top with comprehensive Swedish MX2 Grand Prix victory News
[ Aug 16, 2026 ] JORGE PRADO CHARGES TO SECOND OVERALL AT UNADILLA NATIONAL News
[ Aug 16, 2026 ] Top-five results at Unadilla National earned by RJ Hampshire and Ryder DiFrancesco News
[ Aug 16, 2026 ] Gasjer and Renaux Battle Adversity in Sweden for Fifth and Ninth Overall News
[ Aug 16, 2026 ] Reisulis Brothers Score Vital Championship Points with Janis Fifth and Karlis Seventh in Sweden News
[ Aug 16, 2026 ] Sleny Goyer Claims Fifth EMX125 Podium of the Season with Runner-up Finish in Sweden News
[ Aug 16, 2026 ] Grand Prix of Sweden MXGP R15 2026 Race Day News
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[ Aug 14, 2026 ] RED BULL KTM FACTORY RACING RE-SIGNS JORGE PRADO IN MULTI-YEAR EXTENSION News
[ Aug 14, 2026 ] Lucas Coenen to miss Swedish MXGP to continue hip recovery News
[ Aug 14, 2026 ] Zach Osborne to Compete in Final Three Pro Motocross Rounds News
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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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Harley-Davidson Named an Official OEM Partner of American Flat Track for 2019

Apr 3, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (April 2, 2019) – American Flat Track and Harley-Davidson® Motor Company announce today a continuation of their long-standing partnership for 2019. Previously the Official Motorcycle of the AFT Twins class, the American […]

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Yamaha Riders Enthusiastic for MXGP of Trentino

Apr 3, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s Jeremy Seewer and Monster Energy Wilvo Yamaha MXGP’s duo of Gautier Paulin and Arnaud Tonus are set to take on the last of three back-to-back Grands Prix this weekend at […]

Pure motor racing feeling with the new BMW Motorrad racing suit

Pure motor racing feeling with the new BMW Motorrad racing suit

Apr 3, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Munich. To motorcycle racers, the suit is just as important as the motorcycle itself. The ProRace suits meets the very highest sporting standards, offering maximum freedom of movement and the kind of safety features that […]

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Ducati team heads back to Europe for Round 3 of the Superbike World Championship at the MotorLand Aragón

Apr 3, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Following the opening two overseas rounds in Australia and Thailand, the 2019 Superbike World Championship has arrived in Europe for the third event of the season – the Aragón Round – which takes place this […]

TMW Reviews - FLITZ Cleaner, Polish & Sealant

TMW Reviews – Flitz Cleaner, Polish & Sealant

Apr 2, 2019 Michael Le Pard

As many of you know I love the look of a well taken care of vehicle. Motorcycle, car, truck, SUV or ATV, if it looks good on the outside it is cared for on the […]

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BMW Motorrad Motorsport News: Tamburini and Fabrizio on the podium in Italy

Apr 2, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Italian Superbike Championship: Roberto Tamburini on the podium at season opener. The 2019 Italian Superbike Championship (CIV) season got underway at Misano (ITA) at the weekend with a podium for the BMW S 1000 RR. […]

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Stage One Victory For Van Beveren At Merzouga Rally

Apr 2, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Yamalube Yamaha Rally Team rider Adrien Van Beveren has got his participation in the 2019 Merzouga Rally off to an impressive start, winning the first full stage of the event on his WR450F rally machine. […]

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TOP-5 FOR DECOTIS AND SUZUKI AT HOUSTON SX

Apr 2, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – April 1. Jimmy Decotis [250 Class, 5th Place] Justin Hill [450 Class, 11th Place] The JGRMX/ Yoshimura/ Suzuki Factory Racing Team was in Houston, Texas this weekend for round 13 […]

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Yamaha Riders Target the Podium as WorldSBK Lands in Europe

Apr 2, 2019 Michael Le Pard

With four podium finishes in the opening two rounds of the FIM Superbike World Championship, the Pata Yamaha WorldSBK and GRT Yamaha Supported WorldSBK riders head to Aragon this weekend, determined to carry the momentum […]

New 200hp Wankel Rotary Engine Motorcycle Coming in 2020

New 200hp Wankel Rotary Engine Motorcycle Coming in 2020

Apr 1, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Just announced a new 200hp Wankel Rotary Engine Motorcycle will be coming in 2020 with the first being a cruiser hybrid model! Wankel Rotary Engines are making a comeback and being used in the new […]

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KJER-OLSEN EXTENDS MX2 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP LEAD WITH RUNNER-UP RESULT IN THE NETHERLANDS

Apr 1, 2019 Michael Le Pard

With round three of the 2019 FIM Motocross World Championship taking place at the sandy track at Valkenswaard, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider Thomas Kjer-Olsen has claimed an overall runner-up result to extend his […]

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Blended Emotions At Dutch Grand Prix

Apr 1, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s Jeremy Seewer’s performance in the final race at the third round of the FIM Motocross World Championship on the rough and rugged circuit of Valkenswaard is telltale sign that his […]

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Andrea Dovizioso claims podium at the Argentina Grand Prix; strong comeback by Petrucci

Apr 1, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The Mission Winnow Ducati team stepped on the podium once again today at Termas de Río Hondo (Argentina) with Andrea Dovizioso, third on the finish line. The Italian, who started from first row, dictated the […]

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RINS MAKES BRILLIANT RECOVERY FOR FIFTH IN ARGENTINA

Apr 1, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – March 31. Alex Rins: 5th (+ 12.563) Joan Mir: DNF • Alex Rins carves through for a superb Top 5 finish. • Joan Mir forced to retire with rear grip […]

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Rossi Rallies To Second In Gripping Argentina GP

Apr 1, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP‘s Valentino Rossi saved the best for last at the Gran Premio Motul de la República Argentina weekend. He used his experience to cunningly make his move – a perfectly executed block […]

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