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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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RAMETTE & SUZUKI RM-Z450 WIN AT BELFAST ARENACROSS

Jan 30, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – January 28. Thomas Ramette – SR75 World Suzuki – 6-1 Cedric Soubeyras – FRO Systems Suzuki – 5-4 Cyrille Coulon – SR75 World Suzuki – 3-0 Evgeny Bobyshrev – RFX […]

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Harley-Davidson Press Release: Q4 2017 Earnings

Jan 30, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE:HOG) fourth quarter 2017 diluted EPS decreased to $0.05 from $0.27 in the fourth quarter of 2016. Fourth quarter 2017 net income was $8.3 million on consolidated revenue of $1.23 billion versus net income […]

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Tech3 Duo Displays Significant Progress on Day Two of Testing

Jan 30, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Monster Yamaha Tech3’s Johann Zarco continued to impress on Monday at the Sepang International Circuit, the second day of pre-season testing in 2018. The French rider improved by more than 0.7 seconds in order to […]

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First Day at School for Zarco and Hernandez in 2018

Jan 30, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Johann Zarco was back in the saddle today for the first official MotoGP test of the year in mixed conditions at the Sepang International Circuit. The French star used the full eight hours of testing […]

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Total Motorcycle Cool Wall 2018: This or That

Jan 25, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Welcome to our 8th year of the Total Motorcycle Cool Wall! This year, thanks to reader feedback we are trying something different, unique and fun called THIS OR THAT! Ask yourself: If you won first prize […]

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Red Bull Honda World Superbike Team complete successful pre-season test at Jerez

Jan 25, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Red Bull Honda World Superbike Team successfully completed their first pre-season test of 2018 at the Circuito de Jerez in Spain. The team’s riders for the upcoming WorldSBK season, Leon Camier and Jake Gagne both impressed […]

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Vinales Extends Contract with Yamaha for 2019 – 2020

Jan 25, 2018 Michael Le Pard

It is with great pleasure that Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. announce the re-signing of Maverick Viñales with the Yamaha Factory Racing Team for two further years. The news was made official today, during the 2018 […]

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The Movistar Yamaha MotoGP Team Presents its 2018 Colours in Madrid

Jan 25, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Italy-based Yamaha Factory Racing team travelled to Madrid not only to present a new livery, but also to celebrate its strong partnership with telecommunications giant Telefónica Spain. The two companies signed a five-year partnership […]

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SUZUKI ECSTAR READY FOR SEPANG TEST – VIDEO

Jan 25, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – January 24. Suzuki Motor Corporation has today released a new video of Team SUZUKI ECSTAR during their recent visit to Suzuki HQ in Hamamatsu, Japan this month. The team was […]

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Yamalube Yamaha Official Rally Team Leave Their Mark On Dakar 2018

Jan 25, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Demonstrating huge potential in South America, Yamalube Yamaha Official Rally Team riders have made a strong statement at the 2018 Dakar Rally. Playing a key role in the development of the race, Adrien Van Beveren […]

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JUSTIN BOGLE RETURNS THIS WEEKEND AT GLENDALE SX

Jan 25, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – January 23. Justin Bogle returns from injury this weekend with the Autotrader/ Yoshimura/ Suzuki Factory Racing Team at the fourth round of the AMA/ FIM World Supercross Championship in Glendale, […]

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SR75 WORLD TEAM SUZUKI DOMINATES BIRMINGHAM AX

Jan 25, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – January 22. Thomas Ramette – SR75 Suzuki – 1st Cyrille Coulon – SR75 Suzuki – 2nd SR75 World Team Suzuki dominated the third round of the 2018 Power Maxed Arenacross […]

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AUTOTRADER YOSHIMURA SUZUKI STRONG AT ANAHEIM 2 SX

Jan 25, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – January 22. Weston Peick – 450 Class – 5th Malcolm Stewart – 450 Class – 11th Phil Nicoletti – 250 Class – 9th Justin Hill – 250 Class – 10th […]

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GRAHAM JARVIS FINISHES A FIGHTING SECOND AT ALÈSTRÊM

Jan 25, 2018 Michael Le Pard

As defending champion of the Alèstrêm Hard Enduro in France, Graham Jarvis was hungry to secure victory at the fourth edition of the race. Frustratingly, the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider damaged his clutch […]

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MotoAmerica Offering Preseason Ticket Sales for Suzuki Championship at Road Atlanta

Jan 25, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Yoshimura Suzuki Factory Racing team is back to defend the MotoAmerica Superbike #1 Plate Tickets for the 2018 Suzuki Championship at Road Atlanta are available now for a short time at a discounted preseason rate. […]

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