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  • [ May 16, 2026 ] Aprilia Racing finishes a difficult sprint race in Montmeló with three RS-GP machines in the top 10 News
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  • [ May 16, 2026 ] Francesco Bagnaia and the Ducati Lenovo Team bounce back to sixth in Montmeló’s Sprint 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.
Indian Motorcycle unveils custom Chieftain PowerPlus built by Jeremy “Twitch” Stenberg for Ryan Sheckler
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Indian Motorcycle unveils custom Chieftain PowerPlus by Jeremy “Twitch” Stenberg for Ryan Sheckler

Jul 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard
Indian Motorcycle, America’s FirstMotorcycle Company, today released the latest episode of the Forged video series where pro skateboarder and adrenaline junkie Ryan Sheckler gets his first look at a bike that’s as bold and relentless […]
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MV AGUSTA RETURNS TO FULL INDEPENDENCE UNDER ART OF MOBILITY OWNERSHIP

Jul 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard
MV Agusta Motor S.p.A. announces the successful closing of the transaction that returns 100% ownership of the company to Art of Mobility, reaffirming its strategic independence and long-term vision. The two-year partnership with KTM AG […]
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KTM POWERS INTO 2025 WITH STRONG GLOBAL PERFORMANCE

Jul 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard
KTM is off to a powerful start in 2025, achieving impressive results across global markets in the first half of the year. This momentum underscores the continued demand for KTM’s high-performance motorcycles and the enduring […]
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New Horizons as Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP & MX2 Arrive at All-New KymiRing

Jul 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard
After a rare two-week break in the MXGP calendar, the Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP and MX2 teams are recharged and ready to return to action, with the 13th round of the FIM Motocross World […]
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UK Round of WorldSBK where weather plays a key role

Jul 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard
Pirelli tackles Donington with standard solutions For the UK Round of WorldSBK, where the weather could play a key role in tyre selection, Pirelli is fielding exclusively standard slicks and rain solutions. · With the UK Round scheduled […]
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Joey Dunlop & Jonathan Rea: A Racing Connection Spanning Three Generations

Jul 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard
As Yamaha Motor marks its 70th anniversary in 2025, its racing legacy is defined not just by the machines it has built but by the people and stories that have shaped its history. This is […]
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JULIEN BEAUMER TO SIT OUT UPCOMING SPRING CREEK AND WASHOUGAL NATIONALS

Jul 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard
MURRIETA, Calif. – Red Bull KTM Factory Racing rider Julien Beaumer will sit out the next two rounds of the 2025 Pro Motocross Championship, aiming to regain 100 percent fitness with a goal of returning for […]
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GYTR GRT Yamaha Aiming for Strong Weekend at Donington

Jul 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard
GYTR GRT Yamaha Aiming for Strong Weekend at Donington Remy Gardner and Dominique Aegerter are ready to return to action this weekend at Donington Park, Great Britain, for Round 7 of the 2025 FIM Superbike […]
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Round 11 of the 2025 season for the Ducati Lenovo Team in Germany

Jul 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard
The MotoGP paddock stops in Saxony for the 11th round of 2025. The Sachsenring track, in fact, the shortest of the entire calendar with just 3.67 km, hosts the German GP. Since 1998, three Ducati […]
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Home Race Hopes for Pata Maxus Yamaha at Donington Park

Jul 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard
A team’s home race is a special event, with extra support and the boost of friends and partners, family and fans cheering – none more so than for Pata Maxus Yamaha than the UK Round […]
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Aprilia Racing renews the challenge at Sachsenring

Jul 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard
ON TRACK, IN GERMANY, MARCO BEZZECCHI AND LORENZO SAVADORI Aprilia Racing is ready to take on the eleventh round of the season at the Sachsenring Circuit with renewed momentum, following an excellent weekend in Assen […]
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New Pirelli rear tyre for Moto2 at the German GP

Jul 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard
The D0922 specification, a development rear with a compound positioned halfway between soft and medium, makes its debut with the intermediate class of the World Championship at the Sachsenring · The German Grand Prix, the eleventh round […]
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Jul 7, 2025 Michael Le Pard
Ladies and Gentlemen, Step Right Up to the Greatest Show on Two Wheels! Roll up, roll up, folks, and feast your eyes on the spectacular 2026 Triumph Motorcycles, exclusively showcased at Total Motorcycle – the […]
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Ducati Desmo450 MX makes American debut at RedBud

Jul 6, 2025 Michael Le Pard
• Top 10 for Cairoli and the Desmo450 MX in race one at RedBud Located on the shores of Lake Michigan, on the opposite side to Chicago, the legendary RedBud track hosted the American debut […]
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DEFENDING 450MX CHAMPION CHASE SEXTON FINISHES FIFTH IN REDBUD RETURN

Jul 6, 2025 Michael Le Pard
BUCHANAN, Mich. – Defending 450MX Champion Chase Sexton made a successful return to racing during Round 6 of the 2025 AMA Pro Motocross Championship at the RedBud National, with the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing rider scoring […]

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