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.

Strong Start to 2019 Season for Yamaha WorldSBK Riders

Jan 25, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Alex Lowes got his 2019 WorldSBK campaign off to a flying start in the first test of the new season in Jerez this week. The Pata Yamaha WorldSBK rider finished the two-day test second on […]

Yamaha Announces 2019 American Flat Track Contingency Program

Jan 25, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (January 24, 2019) – Yamaha announced today its 2019 American Flat Track Contingency Program totaling $440,500 – the largest contingency announcement for the 2019 season thus far. The per-race contingency payouts are […]

Kawasaki Confirms 2019 American Flat Track Contingency Program

Jan 24, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (January 23, 2019) – Kawasaki announced today its 2019 American Flat Track Contingency Program totaling $424,850 – boasting a 19% increase over its 2018 program. The per-race and championship contingency payouts are available […]

Voting for Harley-Davidson Battle of the Kings 2019 is now open

Jan 23, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The world’s biggest custom competition just hit the accelerator with more categories to compete in and more countries taking part. Our Custom Kings have been designing, building, crafting and fine tuning to create bikes that […]

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING’S JASON ANDERSON INJURED

Jan 23, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Jason Anderson injured in a practice crash following the third round of AMA Supercross During a routine practice day following Round 3 of the AMA Supercross World Championship series, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s, Jason […]

Moto Guzzi Launches Pre-Order Website For 2019 Moto Guzzi V85 TT In USA and Canada

Jan 22, 2019 Michael Le Pard

BOOKING BEGINS FOR HIGHLY ANTICIPATED 2019 MODEL, WITH SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR THOSE WHO PRECEDE DEALERSHIP ARRIVAL WITH DEPOSIT THE NEW V85 TT IS THE ALL-TERRAIN MOTO GUZZI, FOR EVERY ROAD AND EVERY JOURNEY, PACKED WITH […]

Production of the 2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 begins in Bologna

Jan 22, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The first Ducati Diavel 1260 rolls off the production line at Borgo Panigale Eagerly awaited new bike to arrive at dealerships in mid-February Borgo Panigale, Bologna, 21 January 2019 – The Borgo Panigale plant has begun […]

Two Top 10s For Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Racing Team At Anaheim 2

Jan 21, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Racing Team overcame difficult conditions to finish in the top 10 at the first round of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Triple Crown. Rookie Aaron Plessinger continued to make progress […]

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING HAS SUCCESSFUL NIGHT AT ANAHEIM 2 SX TRIPLE CROWN

Jan 21, 2019 Michael Le Pard

MOSIMAN 8TH, ANDERSON 9TH AT ANGEL STADIUM The Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team lined up at Angel Stadium in Anaheim on Saturday for the second time this year for the Anaheim 2 Supercross, the […]

Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing Team’s Ferrandis And Nichols Keep the Podiums Coming in Anaheim 2

Jan 20, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The competition was fierce and the track technical this weekend, making for a demanding first Monster Energy Supercross Triple Crown of the 2019 season. Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing’s Dylan Ferrandis and Colt Nichols once […]

Harley-Davidson offers £1,000 voucher on Sportster or Softail models plus 9.9% financing

Jan 19, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Start your custom journey If you’ve been inspired by our Battle of the Kings contenders, why not start your own project bike build with a little help from us? For a limited time only, we’re […]

The 2019 Mission Winnow Ducati team presented at Neuchâtel

Jan 19, 2019 Michael Le Pard

PMI President Science and Innovation Miroslaw Zielinski: “The team’s determination to improve race after race and to continuously push the boundaries of technology perfectly exemplify Mission Winnow” Ducati Motor Holding CEO Claudio Domenicali: “We want […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

Strong Start to 2019 Season for Yamaha WorldSBK Riders

Yamaha Announces 2019 American Flat Track Contingency Program

Kawasaki Confirms 2019 American Flat Track Contingency Program

Voting for Harley-Davidson Battle of the Kings 2019 is now open

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING’S JASON ANDERSON INJURED

Moto Guzzi Launches Pre-Order Website For 2019 Moto Guzzi V85 TT In USA and Canada

Production of the 2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 begins in Bologna

Two Top 10s For Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Racing Team At Anaheim 2

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING HAS SUCCESSFUL NIGHT AT ANAHEIM 2 SX TRIPLE CROWN

Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing Team’s Ferrandis And Nichols Keep the Podiums Coming in Anaheim 2

Harley-Davidson offers £1,000 voucher on Sportster or Softail models plus 9.9% financing

The 2019 Mission Winnow Ducati team presented at Neuchâtel

Introducing the new 425hp V8 2019 Yamaha F375 XTO

DUCATI LAUNCHES 2019 “READY FOR RED” CROSS-COUNTRY TOUR

SUZUKI PODIUMS AT DORTMUND ADAC SUPERCROSS

First 2027 Kawasaki Ninja Arrives and it’s a Banger!

New Indian Motorcycle Signature Series: Ultra Exclusive & Extremely Limited!

New Harley-Davidson Deadwood Offers up WWII Spirit of Freedom

New 2026 BMW Motorrad Concept RR: Unleash the Beast!