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.

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING’S ZACH OSBORNE BREAKS THROUGH FOR A 450SX CAREER-BEST OF SIXTH AT DAYTONA

Mar 10, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Zach Osborne had a break-out ride on Saturday, earning his best-career 450SX class finish with sixth-place at Round 10 of the 2019 AMA Supercross World Championship at Daytona International Speedway. […]

Qatar GP: first-row start for Dovizioso, 2nd in qualifying at Losail. Petrucci in third row (7th)

Mar 10, 2019 Michael Le Pard

After showing its competitiveness in Friday’s free-practice sessions, the Mission Winnow Ducati team resumed action today at the Losail circuit in Qatar, home of the opening round of the 2019 MotoGP World Championship. After completing […]

RINS AND MIR TO START FROM FOURTH ROW IN 2019 DEBUT

Mar 10, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – March 9. Alex Rins: 10th – 1:54.257 (+ 0.711) Joan Mir: 11th – 1:54.390 (+ 0.844) • Alex Rins struggles after two crashes at Turn 2. • Joan Mir will […]

Free Stuff – Be One of the First to get a FREE Limited-Edition Indian Motorcycle T-Shirt

Mar 9, 2019 Michael Le Pard

On Saturday, March 16, 2019* Be one of the first to get a FREE limited-edition Indian Motorcycle® t-shirt. Free Stuff – Be One of the First to get a FREE Limited-Edition Indian Motorcycle T-Shirt: Head into your […]

Aprilia, its bikes and its champions of yesterday and today at Mugello

Mar 9, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Aprilia, its bikes and its champions of yesterday and today at Mugello for a great celebration open to all all in one unforgettable day on the most beautiful track in the world: PRESENTATION OF THE […]

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE RACING ANNOUNCES 2019 SPONSORS FOR AMERICAN FLAT TRACK FACTORY TEAM

Mar 9, 2019 Michael Le Pard

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (March 8, 2018) – Indian Motorcycle Racing, the 2017 and 2018 Manufacturer’s Champion, announced today Progressive Motorcycle Insurance as the presenting sponsor for its 2019 American Flat Track (AFT) factory race team. All three […]

POSITIVE OPENING TO 2019 SEASON FOR TEAM SUZUKI ECSTAR

Mar 9, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – March 8. Alex Rins: 8th – 1:54.320 (+ 0.940) Joan Mir: 10th – 1:54.402 (+ 1.022) • Alex Rins working on improving feeling. • Joan Mir impresses, especially in FP2. […]

Ducati: The 2019 MotoGP World Championship has officially begun

Mar 9, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The Mission Winnow Ducati team resumed action today in Qatar at the Losail track, home of the opening round of the 2019 MotoGP World Championship, for the first free-practice sessions of the season. Both Danilo […]

Aaron Plessinger: Off the Beaten Path, From GNCC to Supercross

Mar 8, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The road to the premier class in the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship is not an easy one. Aaron Plessinger found his way there off the beaten path, so to speak. Coming from an off-road […]

VITPILEN & SVARTPILEN REKLUSE AUTOMATIC CLUTCH UPGRADE

Mar 8, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Motorcycles are offering all VITPILEN 401 and SVARTPILEN 401 owners the chance to take the performance of their Husqvarna machines to a new level with the addition of Rekluse’s Radius X automatic clutch kit. […]

Rookies of ’79 Continues as Official Charity of American Flat Track

Mar 8, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (March 7, 2019) – American Flat Track and Rookies of ’79 and Friends are proud to announce a renewed partnership with Rookies of ’79 reaffirming its designation as the Official Charity of American […]

Indian Motorcycle of Lexington Named Entitlement Partner of American Flat Track’s 2019 Red Mile

Mar 8, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Lexington the entitlement partner of its ninth round – the Indian Motorcycle of Lexington Red Mile – to be held on June 1 at the famed Red Mile racing circuit in Lexington, KY. “We are delighted […]

The New 2019 MV Agusta Model Lineup – Art Over Engineering?

Mar 7, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Beauty over form, art over engineering, aesthetics over function. For 2019, MV Agustra introduces the most artistic lineup ever. Introduced a 3 year warranty, solved many technical issues, increased reliability, stabilized delivery, solidified the company […]

Realities Ride & Rally Welcomes Josh Allison of Hit TV Show American Choppers for 2019

Mar 7, 2019 Michael Le Pard

LOVELAND, COLO. – Mar. 6, 2019 – The 18th annual Realities Ride is set for May 25th and 26th and is sure to be the best ride to date. Recognized as “The World’s Largest Poker Run” by Guinness World […]

BMW Motorrad consistently pursues individualisation offensive

Mar 7, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Munich. BMW Motorrad is expanding its customising range, now also offering the extensive programme of Option 719 milled parts as Original BMW Motorrad Accessories. The exclusive individualisation features already familiar from the range of optional […]