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  • [ Mar 25, 2026 ] Rollercoaster Awaits: Gardner and Manzi Set for WorldSBK Round 2 News
  • [ Mar 25, 2026 ] Pirelli at the US GP: the SCX returns to the Moto2 allocation News
  • [ Mar 25, 2026 ] Anticipation high for the new Aprilia X limited edition bike News
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  • [ Mar 23, 2026 ] Lucas Coenen crushes the opposition at MXGP Spanish Grand Prix News
  • [ Mar 23, 2026 ] Moto2 and Moto3 Grand Prix marking World Championship’s return to Brazil News
  • [ Mar 23, 2026 ] Marc Márquez and the Ducati Lenovo Team fourth in the Grand Prix of Brazil News
  • [ Mar 23, 2026 ] Top 7 for Acosta at demanding Brazilian Grand Prix News
  • [ Mar 23, 2026 ] Amazing Aprilia Racing one-two in the Brazil race News
  • [ Mar 23, 2026 ] Rockstar Energy Husqvarna scores podium finishes in successful offroad weekend News
  • [ Mar 23, 2026 ] Top Ten in the Grand Prix of Andalusia for Calvin Vlaanderen News
  • [ Mar 23, 2026 ] Pirelli debuts a new front tyre at Portimão News
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  • [ Mar 23, 2026 ] Gajser Secures Third Overall in Spain with Renaux Close Behind in Fourth News
  • [ Mar 23, 2026 ] Reisulis Brothers Maintain Strong Start to 2026 MX2 World Championship 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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2026 Race Mode activated for Red Bull KTM after final MotoGP test in Thailand

Feb 22, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Pedro Acosta was the fastest KTM RC16 rider on the time sheets after the second and final pre-season MotoGP test today. The Red Bull KTM Factory Racing representative was 6th and just 0.3 from the […]
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Winter is over for the Ducati Lenovo Team

Feb 22, 2026 Michael Le Pard
The 2026 pre-season is officially closed in Thailand with Marc Márquez and Francesco Bagnaia positive after the two days of session. The curtain falls on the 2026 pre-season, with Marc Márquez and Francesco Bagnaia among […]
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Locatelli’s Fifth-Place Charge Provides Some Light in Wet Race 2 during Challenging Weekend for Pata Maxus Yamaha

Feb 22, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Andrea Locatelli came through from 15th on the grid to a fighting fifth-place finish in Race 2 at Phillip Island, concluding Round 1 of the 2026 FIM Superbike World Championship in Australia, today. The strong […]
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Dream 1-2 for Albert Arenas, Aldi Mahendra and AS BLU CRU Racing at Phillip Island

Feb 22, 2026 Michael Le Pard
  A stroke of genius from the AS BLU CRU Racing Team saw the new-look outfit taking a stunning 1-2 finish in challenging conditions in the second FIM Supersport World Championship race of 2026 at […]
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Gardner and Manzi Salvage Points on Final Day at Phillip Island

Feb 22, 2026 Michael Le Pard
The GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team duo of Remy Gardner and Stefano Manzi secured points on the final day of action at the iconic Phillip Island Circuit, Australia, finishing 14th and 15th respectively in Race […]
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Promising Start for Vierge Ends Prematurely at Phillip Island

Feb 22, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Xavi Vierge led the charge for Pata Maxus Yamaha on the first race day of the 2026 FIM Superbike World Championship, until an unexpected high-side ended his potential for a top-eight finish at Phillip Island […]
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Arenas Narrowly Misses Podium on World Supersport Debut in Phillip Island

Feb 22, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Albert Arenas narrowly missed out on a maiden podium in his debut race in the FIM Supersport World Championship as the new season got underway at the iconic Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit today. The […]
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Unfortunate Saturday for GYTR GRT Yamaha at Phillip Island

Feb 22, 2026 Michael Le Pard
The GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team endured a difficult Saturday at the iconic Phillip Island Circuit, as both Remy Gardner and Stefano Manzi were forced to retire from Race 1 of the 2026 FIM Superbike […]
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON X DYNOJET FACTORY RACE TEAM READY TO DEFEND MISSION KING OF THE BAGGERS TITLE IN 2026

Feb 22, 2026 Michael Le Pard
September 11-13: Circuit of the Americas – Austin, Texas September 25-27: New Jersey Motorsports Park – Millville, N.J.   Harley-Davidson Teams Primed for 2026 Progressive American Flat Track Season Independent Harley-Davidson teams will vie for […]
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Friday’s timesheets at Phillip Island WorldSBK

Feb 20, 2026 Michael Le Pard
The 2026 WorldSBK season officially began today at the iconic Phillip Island circuit (Australia). After two days of testing earlier this week, the first free practice sessions of the Australian Round took place this morning, illuminated by warm sunshine that ensured […]
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Manzi and Gardner Complete First Day of 2026 WorldSBK in Australia

Feb 20, 2026 Michael Le Pard
The GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team returned to action today as the FIM World Superbike Championship got underway for 2026 at the iconic Phillip Island Circuit, with Stefano Manzi and Remy Gardner ending up 17th […]
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Öncü Secures Second Row Start for Phillip Island WorldSSP Opener

Feb 20, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Can Öncü will head up the second row of the grid for tomorrow’s opening FIM Supersport World Championship race of 2026 at Phillip Island after a strong Superpole performance in Australia on Friday. Near perfect […]
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Steps Forward in Friday Free Practice for Pata Maxus Yamaha at Phillip Island

Feb 20, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Xavi Vierge and Andrea Locatelli began the first round of the 2026 FIM Superbike World Championship in earnest with Friday Free Practice at Phillip Island in Australia today. An additional Pirelli tyre option for the […]
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Simon Laengenfelder renews Red Bull KTM contract and eyes MXGP future

Feb 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Reigning MX2 FIM Motocross World Champion, Simon Laengenfelder, has inked a fresh deal with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing to remain in orange for 2027. The German claimed the 2025 MX2 title at the final […]
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Walker Survives Gnarly Conditions for Top Five Finish in Union

Feb 19, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Competing in the brutal conditions of the 2026 Big Buck GNCC season opener, the Liqui Moly Factory Beta Race Team faced a true test of survival as South Carolina’s clay turned into a slick, rutted […]

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