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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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Honda Endurance Racing ready for the 40th 24 Heures Motos

Apr 21, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Honda Endurance Racing team has qualified seventh ahead of tomorrow’s 24 Heures Motos at the Bugatti circuit, Le Mans. With glorious conditions at the 4.185km circuit, Honda’s endurance specialists Sébastien Gimbert, Gregory LeBlanc and […]

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QUINTANILLA & SHORT CONTINUE THEIR STRONG PERFORMANCES AT THE MERZOUGA RALLY

Apr 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Battling against the heat and the massive Moroccan dunes for a third consecutive day, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Pablo Quintanilla has secured a solid runner-up result on the first part of the two-day-long Marathon […]

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SUZUKI’S PAPENMEIER PODIUMS AT PORTUGAL MXW

Apr 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – April 18. Larissa Papenmeier – 2-3 – 2nd Overall Larissa Papenmeier proved her talent again in the second race of this year’s Women’s Motocross World Championship in Agueda, Portugal and […]

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BACK ACROSS THE OCEAN FOR THE AMERICAN GP IN AUSTIN

Apr 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – April 18 Following Alex Rins’ podium in Argentina ten days ago, it is with a lot of positivity and excitement that Team SUZUKI ECSTAR head to the USA, and the […]

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2018 NIKEN: Key Features of Corner Carving

Apr 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Latest video from Yamaha covers NIKEN’s electronic aids and benefits Yamaha will release the third NIKEN technical video on 19th April 2018. Having explained the multiple benefits of the unique Leaning Multi Wheel (LMW) concept […]

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Moto Guzzi Spring Specials on select 2016 and 2017 Moto Guzzi motorcycles

Apr 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Riding season is here and we have unprecedented special offers on select 2016 and 2017 Moto Guzzi motorcycles to get you into the Moto Guzzi of your dreams. Take advantage of monthlypayments starting as low […]

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Moto Guzzi at Americas GP

Apr 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

We are excited to be back at the track for an exciting MotoGP race weekend. Join us in the Fan Zone between turns 12 and 13 at Circuit of the Americas to see the latest […]

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Moto Guzzi at Handbuilt Show 2018

Apr 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

For the fifth straight year, Moto Guzzi is a sponsor of the Handbuilt Show in Austin, TX. We are the only manufacturer to have supported since Handbuilt’s inception in 2014 and this year is shaping […]

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Yamaha Teams Primed & Ready For EWC Restart at Le Mans

Apr 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The GMT94 Yamaha Official EWC Team and the YART Yamaha Official EWC Team are set to resume the fight for the 2017/2018 FIM Endurance World Championship this weekend at the 41st edition of the 24 […]

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QUINTANILLA & SHORT REACH THE END OF A GRUELLING MARATHON STAGE AT THE MERZOUGA RALLY

Apr 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Reaching the end of a challenging two-day-long Marathon Stage without any problems, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Pablo Quintanilla and Andrew Short have posted the seventh and 11th fastest times respectively on the fourth stage […]

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bLU cRU Riders Gear Up for WorldSSP300 Round 2 At Assen

Apr 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Yamaha R3 bLU cRU Challenge riders are all set for Round 2 of the 2018 FIM Supersport 300 World Championship at the TT Circuit Assen this weekend after battling through adversity to impress in […]

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Save $2,000 on most remaining 2017 Zero motorcycles

Apr 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Winter is unwinding. Spring is here. Prime time riding season is around the corner. From now until June 30th, you can save $2,000 CAD on most remaining 2017 Zero motorcycles, including 2017 demo models. Take […]

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SERT ON TRACK AND READY FOR LE MANS 24 HOURS ENDURANCE

Apr 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – April 19. SERT – #2 GSX-R1000 – 7th April Motos Events – #50 GSX-R1000 – 11th Team R2CL – #87 GSX-R1000 – 18th Junior Team Le Mans Sud – #72 […]

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Waffles the Sidecar Dog – One Dog’s Great Life on the Road

Apr 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

This week I was going to write all about protecting your privacy on Facebook, the #deletefacebook movement and that Total Motorcycle protects your privacy, doesn’t sell your data and looks out for you but you […]

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Zarco and Syahrin Strive for Further Glory in Texas

Apr 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

With a terrific first 2018 podium in his pocket Monster Yamaha Tech3 rider Johann Zarco eagerly awaits to cross the Atlantic Ocean again and to be back on his Yamaha YZR-M1 this weekend for the […]

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