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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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BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy Central Asia 2018

Feb 13, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The GS Trophy is heading to Mongolia in June 2018 for what will be its biggest challenge yet. With three new teams joining the competition (Australia, India and a second International Female Team) and now […]

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New 2018 YZ65. Powering Young Riders into the victorYZone

Feb 13, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha’s Commitment to Motocross Racing Yamaha’s range of winning YZ race bikes has been one of the most dominant forces in motocross competition for five decades. Since the brand won its first MX World Championship […]

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HILL & AUTOTRADER YOSHIMURA SUZUKI DOMINATE SAN DIEGO SX

Feb 13, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – February 12. Justin Hill – 250 Class – 1st Weston Peick – 450 Class – 7th Phillip Nicoletti – 250 Class – 11th Malcolm Stewart – 450 Class – 17th […]

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ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA RIDERS EARN TOP THREE RESULTS AT HAWKSTONE INTERNATIONAL MX 2018

Feb 12, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Enjoying a solid day of racing at the 2018 edition of the Hawkstone International MX, the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing squad saw Gautier Paulin secure a strong third overall in MX1 class, with MX2 […]

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GRAHAM JARVIS RUNNER-UP AT HELL’S GATE EXTREME ENDURO

Feb 12, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Graham Jarvis has earned a strong second place at the 2018 Hell’s Gate extreme enduro. With an all-new format for this year, concluding in a 20-minute sprint race, the event […]

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HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING’S JASON ANDERSON AT SAN DIEGO SX!

Feb 12, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team invaded PETCO Park in San Diego, CA for the sixth round of AMA Supercross on Saturday. Jason Anderson dominated the night by taking home another 450 victory and […]

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YAMAHA INTRODUCES THE ALL-NEW 2018 YZ65 YOUTH MOTOCROSS BIKE

Feb 12, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The 65 cc youth MX class has a new combatant in the 2018 Yamaha YZ65. Parents looking to introduce their children to the thrilling world of motorcycle racing need look no further than Yamaha’s new youth […]

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Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum 2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob Contest

Feb 12, 2018 Michael Le Pard

WITNESS YOUR WORK RIDE ACROSS THE U.S. IN THIS CELEBRATION OF TWO AMERICAN ICONS NEW YORK, Feb. 9, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum, a brand born to honor the father of American old school tattooing, […]

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Surprising End to First Ever Motorcycle Grand Prix 86 years ago

Feb 9, 2018 Michael Le Pard

People in Finland have always had a sweet tooth for motor racing. Through the years they have fostered more than a few world-class motorcycle riders. Looking back through history, it all started in 1932 when […]

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SUZUKI BIKE MEET NATIONAL JAMBOREE 2018 VIDEO

Feb 9, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – February 9. Team SUZUKI ECSTAR’s Andrea Iannone and Alex Rins joined more than 4000 Suzuki riders and fans at the beginning of February for the launch of the new GSX-R150 […]

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Gettysburg Bike Week Gears Up For 17th Year, Books Jackyl as Musical Headliner at Allstar Events Complex

Feb 8, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Rock ‘n’ Roll Goes South, Down and Dirty at Gettysburg Bike Week 2018 Gettysburg, PA (February 8, 2018) – Gettysburg Bike Week is back in style at the Allstar Events Complex for 2018, and it’ll be celebrating […]

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Yamaha Motor Europe Unveil 2018 Road Racing Lineup

Feb 8, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Motor Europe is delighted to announce its official road racing lineup for 2018, with the Pata Yamaha Official WorldSBK Team leading the way as they spearhead the challenge for glory in the FIM Superbike […]

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Harley-Davidson recalling 175,000 motorcycles due to faulty brakes

Feb 8, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Story credit: Rick Barrett, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel – Feb. 7, 2018 The voluntary recall, which last week Harley-Davidson said would cost it $29.4 million, covers CVO Touring and VSRC bikes — model years 2008 through 2011 — […]

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DENSO Sponsors Angie and Matt Smith for 2018 NHRA Season

Feb 8, 2018 Michael Le Pard

– Pro Stock Motorcycle couple races on DENSO spark plugs – LONG BEACH, Calif., Feb. 7, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — DENSO Products and Services Americas, Inc., an affiliate of leading global automotive supplier DENSO Corp., will serve […]

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AUTOTRADER YOSHIMURA SUZUKI PODIUM AT OAKLAND SX

Feb 6, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – February 5. Justin Hill – 250 Class – 3rd Weston Peick – 450 Class – 12th Justin Bogle – 450 Class – 17th Malcolm Stewart – 450 Class – 22nd […]

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