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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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Polaris Slingshot Introduces “Club Slingshot” Owners Group

May 10, 2018 Michael Le Pard

New and Used Slingshot Owners to Receive Free One-Year Membership; Inviting Owners to Help Shape the “Club Slingshot” Experience MINNEAPOLIS (May 10, 2018) – Polaris Slingshot, the open air, three-wheeled roadster that delivers “The […]

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American Flat Track Anticipates First Mile Circuit of 2018 Arizona Mile May 12th

May 9, 2018 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (May 9, 2018) – It’s often said there’s nuthin’ like a Mile flat track race. And this Saturday at the Law Tigers Arizona Mile presented by Buddy Stubbs Harley-Davidson at the luxurious […]

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Honda Endurance Racing sets sights on 8 Hours of Slovakia Ring podium

May 9, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Fresh off the back of a second-place finish at the Le Mans 24 Heures Motos, the Honda Endurance Racing team has arrived at the third round of the FIM Endurance World Championship in Slovakia this […]

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Imola Up Next for GRT Yamaha

May 9, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The GRT Yamaha Official WorldSSP Team are ready to take on the Imola challenge for Round 5 of the 2018 FIM Supersport World Championship. Current WorldSSP Championship leader Lucas Mahias will be looking to return […]

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Locked & Loaded For Latvian Grand Prix

May 9, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Entering the seventh round of the highly competitive MXGP World Championship, the Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Racing Team will travel to the ‘Zelta-Zirgs’ circuit in Kegums, Latvia where Romain Febvre hopes to reclaim third place […]

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Suzuki’s World MX Champion Eric Geboers dies in accident

May 9, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – May 9. Suzuki’s World MX Champion Eric Geboers has died following an accident close to his home in Belgium at the weekend. Eric was the first person in the history […]

Harley-Davidson 100th Anniversary, 15 years ago - A look back

Harley-Davidson 100th Anniversary, 15 years ago – A look back

May 9, 2018 Michael Le Pard

As Harley-Davidson celebrates its 115th Anniversary this year, TMW takes a look back to Harley-Davidson’s historic 100th Anniversary in 2003. There are very few motorcycle companies that have such a rich heritage, history and following […]

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Polaris Slingshot $1,000 Trade-In Offer for any 750cc+ Motorized Vehicle

May 8, 2018 Michael Le Pard

MINEAPOLIS (May 7, 2018) – You have a 2017 custom-built street legal sand rail buggy. Fun. You want a 2018 Polaris Slingshot SLR LE. Even more fun. No problem. Today, Polaris Slingshot launched a […]

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Movistar Yamaha Improve Feeling at One-Day Jerez Test

May 8, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Movistar Yamaha MotoGP Team spent an extra day in Jerez today, after yesterday’s Gran Premio de España, to take part in a one-day Official IRTA Test. Maverick Viñales was the 4th fastest rider, whilst […]

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Strong Points-Haul For Buildbase Suzuki At Oulton

May 8, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – May 7. Bradley Ray – 4-7th Richard Cooper – 10-9th Billy McConnell – 5th It was a weekend which yielded solid points-scoring results for Buildbase Suzuki at Oulton Park and […]

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Victories for BMW riders in the BSB, the Alpe Adria Road Racing Championship and the MotoAmerica

May 8, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The BMW racers have extended their 2018 success at the weekend: by four wins and a total of 13 podium finishes in the British Superbike Championship Superstock class, the International Road Racing Championship, the Alpe […]

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Autotrader Yoshimura Suzuki 6th In AMA Supercross

May 8, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – May 8. Weston Peick #34 – 450 Class – 7th Malcolm Stewart #27 – 450 Class – 13th Justin Hill #1 – 250 Class – 15th Kyle Peters #76 – […]

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Pata Yamaha Primed and Ready for Imola Challenge

May 8, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Pata Yamaha Official WorldSBK Team are prepared to do battle once more as they head to Imola this weekend for Round 5 of the 2018 Motul FIM Superbike World Championship. Fresh from a stunning […]

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Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Welcome Pela Renet As Rally Team Coordinator

May 8, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing are pleased to announce the appointment of Pela Renet as their new Rally Team Coordinator. Following his retirement from competitive racing due to injuries sustained at the Atacama Rally in […]

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BMW Group Presents: 200 Women Who Will Change the Way You See the World

May 8, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Woodcliff Lake, NJ – May 8, 2018… The BMW Group is proud to present 200 Women Who Will Change the Way You See the World, a new book and storytelling exhibition celebrating a diverse group […]

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