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.

IANNONE LEADS SECOND DAY IN QATAR, RINS IN TOP 5

Mar 2, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – March 2nd. Andrea Iannone: 1st – 1:54.586 Alex Rins: 5th – 1:54.967 (+ 0.381) • Blistering pace from Andrea Iannone at the top. • Consistency and confidence continues for Alex […]

Ducati Posts $180,000-plus in American Flat Track Contingency

Mar 2, 2018 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (March 2, 2018) – With an American Flat Track contingency offering from Ducati of more than $180,000 for the 2018 season, what was already the largest contingency pool in the history of […]

Tech3 Duo Kicks Off Final Preparations Ahead of the 2018 Season Strongly

Mar 2, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Johann Zarco and Hafizh Syahrin commenced the last pre-season test under the floodlights of the Losail International Circuit in style. The Monster Yamaha Tech3 pair picked up impressively where they left off some days ago […]

Movistar Yamaha Get Testing Underway in Qatar

Mar 2, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Movistar Yamaha MotoGP’s Maverick Viñales and Valentino Rossi completed the first day of pre-season testing at the Losail International Circuit in Qatar this evening, finishing in first and seventh place respectively. Viñales was the first […]

Motocross may not be an appropriate sport for all participants

Mar 2, 2018 Michael Le Pard

New article highlights common motocross injuries and important safety measures ROSEMONT, Ill., March 1, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Motocross is a popular sport involving racers on motorized bikes traveling over rough natural or simulated terrain at […]

FINAL SETTINGS THE KEY AS THE LAST WINTER TEST KICKS OFF

Mar 2, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – March 1st. Andrea Iannone: 3rd – 1:55.107 (+ 0.054) Alex Rins: 6th – 1:55.432 (+ 0.379) • Fast pace as Iannone finds comfortable set-up. • More consistency and many laps […]

Lyndon Poskitt: Malle Moto And The True Spirit Of The Dakar

Mar 2, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Dakar is often referred to as the world’s toughest rally, with most of the attention focused on the factory riders battling for victory. But some would say they have it easy compared to the […]

HARLEY-DAVIDSON INVESTS IN ALTA MOTORS; ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLE DEVELOPMENT

Mar 1, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Collaboration Will Advance Application of EV Motorcycle Technology and Expand Electric Motorcycle Marketplace Combining Instant Torque and Quick Acceleration with Intuitive and Dynamic Motorcycle Design MILWAUKEE (March 1, 2018) – Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) announced […]

Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys Named Official Legal Services of American Flat Track

Mar 1, 2018 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla (March 1, 2018) – American Flat Track (AFT) is pleased to present Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys as the Official Legal Services for the series. Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys were riders long […]

American Flat Track Announces Partnership with Arai Helmet for 2018

Mar 1, 2018 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla (March 1, 2018) – American Flat Track (AFT) is excited to announce a partnership with Arai Helmet, Inc. for 2018, making the industry leader in head protection the official helmet of the AFT […]

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE STORMS DAYTONA BIKE WEEK WITH DEMOS, DISPLAYS, CUSTOMS BUILDS & EXCLUSIVE EVENTS

Mar 1, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Indian’s 2018 Model Lineup and Custom Bike Displays Highlight Indian Motorcycle Activations at Daytona Bike Week MINNEAPOLIS (February 28, 2018) — Indian Motorcycle®, America’s first motorcycle company, today announced a Daytona Bike Week lineup of […]

ALEX RINS VISITS MOTORBEURS UTRECHT SHOW – VIDEO

Mar 1, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – January 28. Team SUZUKI ECSTAR’s MotoGP rider Alex Rins visits the Motorbeurs Utecht Show in The Netherlands this week to meet Suzuki fans and promote the Suzuki brand, in this […]

American Flat Track and Öhlins USA Renew Partnership for 2018

Mar 1, 2018 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (February 28, 2018) – American Flat Track (AFT) is proud to announce that Öhlins USA will continue its partnership with the series for a third consecutive season in 2018. The global motorsport […]

RINS KICK STARTS MOTORCYCLE SEASON AT MOTORBEURS UTRECHT

Mar 1, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – February 28. Right between the Thailand and Qatar winter tests, Alex Rins took the opportunity to visit Suzuki’s Dutch fans at their annual motorcycle season opener; the Motorbeurs fair in […]

HUSQVARNA MOTORCYCLES & ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK EXTEND GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP

Feb 27, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Motorcycles are pleased to announce the extension of their strategic global partnership with Rockstar Energy Drink, for an additional two years. Officially lengthening their highly successful collaboration, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing riders will […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

IANNONE LEADS SECOND DAY IN QATAR, RINS IN TOP 5

Ducati Posts $180,000-plus in American Flat Track Contingency

Tech3 Duo Kicks Off Final Preparations Ahead of the 2018 Season Strongly

Movistar Yamaha Get Testing Underway in Qatar

FINAL SETTINGS THE KEY AS THE LAST WINTER TEST KICKS OFF

Lyndon Poskitt: Malle Moto And The True Spirit Of The Dakar

HARLEY-DAVIDSON INVESTS IN ALTA MOTORS; ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLE DEVELOPMENT

Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys Named Official Legal Services of American Flat Track

American Flat Track Announces Partnership with Arai Helmet for 2018

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE STORMS DAYTONA BIKE WEEK WITH DEMOS, DISPLAYS, CUSTOMS BUILDS & EXCLUSIVE EVENTS

ALEX RINS VISITS MOTORBEURS UTRECHT SHOW – VIDEO

American Flat Track and Öhlins USA Renew Partnership for 2018

RINS KICK STARTS MOTORCYCLE SEASON AT MOTORBEURS UTRECHT

HUSQVARNA MOTORCYCLES & ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK EXTEND GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP

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

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