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[ Nov 11, 2025 ] Pirelli arrive at Moto2 and Moto3 grand finale in Valencia News
[ Nov 11, 2025 ] Aprilia Racing heads to the grand finale in Valencia with the complete line-up News
[ Nov 11, 2025 ] Magnificent Maio Wins Opening Stage of Addax Rally News
[ Nov 11, 2025 ] Leandro Mercado Joins Yamalube YART Yamaha for 2026 News
[ Nov 11, 2025 ] Albert Arenas and Aldi Satya Mahendra to Race in WorldSSP with AS Racing and Yamaha R9 in 2026 News
[ Nov 10, 2025 ] Ducati test post News
[ Nov 10, 2025 ] Early Gift: 2026 Harley-Davidson Motorcycles & Veterans Day News
[ 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
[ Nov 9, 2025 ] Rockstar Energy Husqvarna’s Ryder LeBlond P7 at Redmond AMA EnduroCross News
[ Nov 9, 2025 ] P2 for Acosta and 0.1 of a second from Portuguese MotoGP Sprint victory 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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Top-four lock-out and one-two finish for BMW Road Racers at the North West 200

May 23, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The international road racing season has begun: the North West 200 was the first major event on this year’s calendar. BMW riders enjoyed an extremely successful race week in Coleraine, Northern Ireland. They celebrated a […]

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Mees and Carlile Win Thrillers at AFT Harley-Davidson Sacramento Mile presented by Cycle Gear

May 23, 2018 Michael Le Pard

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (May 19, 2018) – The fabled history of the Harley-Davidson Sacramento Mile presented by Cycle Gear saw another outstanding entry added to its annals on Saturday night at Cal Expo Fairgrounds, with three […]

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Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Zach Osborne Charges to Victory at Hangtown MX

May 23, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The 2018 AMA Pro Motocross Championship kicked off on Saturday at the Hangtown Motocross Classic in Sacramento, Calif. Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Zach Osborne claimed the first 250 overall victory of the season with […]

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Honda Racing back on the North West 200 podium

May 23, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Honda Racing returned to the International North West 200 podium today as Lee Johnston finished the final Superbike race of the day in third place aboard the Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade SP2. In the opening Superbike […]

Good Ride with Indian Motorcycle, Carey Hart, BBQs, Live Music takes on Germany

Good Ride with Indian Motorcycle, Carey Hart, BBQs, Live Music takes on Germany

May 23, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Military holidays are synonymous with sunshine, barbeques, friends and family. We give thanks those who served on Veteran’s Day and honor the fallen soldiers on Memorial Day. But all too frequently those currently serving, specifically […]

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A solid performance for Honda Endurance Racing at the 8 Hours of Slovakia Ring

May 21, 2018 Michael Le Pard

After eight hours on track, 223 laps completed and covering a race distance of 1,320km, the Honda Endurance Racing team has come home fourth at the 8 Hours of Slovakia Ring aboard the Honda CBR1000RR […]

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Honda Endurance Racing to start the 8 Hours of Slovakia Ring seventh

May 21, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The 8 Hours of Slovakia Ring gets underway tomorrow (Saturday 12 May), where Honda Endurance Racing will start from seventh place after scoring a combined time of 2:05.152 in today’s final qualifying session. With consistent […]

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Honda Racing ready to get roads campaign underway at the North West 200

May 21, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Honda Racing, along with riders Ian Hutchinson and Lee Johnston, are getting ready to head to The International North West 200 next week (15-19 May), as they kick off their road racing campaign aboard the […]

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Honda Endurance Racing sets sights on 8 Hours of Slovakia Ring podium

May 21, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Fresh off the back of a second-place finish at the Le Mans 24 Heures Motos, the Honda Endurance Racing team has arrived at the third round of the FIM Endurance World Championship in Slovakia this […]

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Solid start for Honda Racing at the North West 200

May 18, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Honda Racing team has got its 2018 road racing campaign off to a solid start as the International North West 200 roared into life this week. The final Superbike session took place this afternoon […]

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Two Tight Sessions To Kick Off Le Mans Weekend

May 18, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – May 18 Andrea Iannone: 14th – 1:32.752 (+ 0.816) Alex Rins: 15th – 1:32.803 (+ 0.867) • Iannone maintaining good pace in both sessions. • Alex Rins working on setup […]

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Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Have A Historical Finish To The 2018 Ama Supercross Season

May 18, 2018 Michael Le Pard

VIDEO RECAPS THE NIGHT JASON ANDERSON AND ZACH OSBORNE WERE CROWNED CHAMPIONS IN LAS VEGAS Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing are pleased to release the 2018 AMA Supercross season recap where both Jason Anderson and […]

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Movistar Yamaha MotoGP Find Form in French Friday Free Practice Sessions

May 18, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Movistar Yamaha MotoGP’s Valentino Rossi immediately displayed a solid pace today. He used the two sunny free practice sessions to the fullest to prepare for Sunday’s Grand Prix de France, and secured third place in […]

Vote on the Top Bikes of 2011 - 2018 on the Total Motorcycle Cool Wall Grand Finale

Vote on the Top Bikes of 2011 – 2018 on the Total Motorcycle Cool Wall Grand Finale

May 18, 2018 Michael Le Pard

8 years, 400 Weeks, 100’s of models, millions of votes. Our Total Motorcycle Cool Wall has been with us since the start of 2011 and for 8 years on every Friday we posting interesting, cool, […]

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Burn rubber not cash with Harley-Davidson latest finance offers UK

May 17, 2018 Michael Le Pard

If, like many people, you still believe a new Harley will cost you upwards of £15k, then you’re in for a surprise… With our latest finance offers, you can ride away on a new Harley-Davidson […]

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