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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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Grand Prix of Argentina opening round of MXGP FIM Motocross World Championship

Mar 2, 2025 Michael Le Pard
MXGP of Argentina Qualifying Race • Positive debut for the Aruba.it – Ducati Factory MX Team riders in the qualifying race at the MXGP of Argentina • Top 10 and first championship points with the […]
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Double top ten run by Binder and Bastianini in sweltering Thailand for 2025 MotoGP start

Mar 2, 2025 Michael Le Pard
The opening round of 2025 MotoGP provided hot and oppressive racing conditions at the Buriram International Circuit but Brad Binder was able to sweat his way to 8th position after starting in 14th. The sixth […]
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Solid performance for Aprilia Racing in Thailand with two RS-GP25s in top at Buriram

Mar 2, 2025 Michael Le Pard
MARCO BEZZECCHI SIXTH, AI OGURA FIFTH WITH TRACKHOUSE The positive signs shown by Aprilia Racing during the sprint race were confirmed in the first full-length race of the 2025 season, with Marco Bezzecchi finishing in […]
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Thai MotoGP the opening race of the 2025 season

Mar 2, 2025 Michael Le Pard
Marc Márquez and Ducati Lenovo Team are triumphant in the Thai GP, the opening race of the 2025 season. Francesco Bagnaia is third at the line for an all-Ducati top four • First win with […]
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Gonzalez and Bertelle on pole for the first Moto2 and Moto3 races of the year

Mar 1, 2025 Michael Le Pard
In free practice, new all-time lap records set for both Moto2™ and Moto3™ · Manuel Gonzalez (Kalex) took pole for the Grand Prix of Thailand’s Moto2™ race with 1’34.634, using soft compound tyres for both axles. And in Moto3™, Matteo Bertelle gained pole in 1’40.400 with soft […]
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Multistrada 60000 km European Tour: Multistrada V4 Rally concluded

Mar 1, 2025 Michael Le Pard
Twenty-nine participants from six European nations traveled across the continent on the Multistrada V4 Rally. The Multistrada V4 Rally, the star of the journey across Europe, exceeded its initial objective by covering an impressive 67,925 […]
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Thai Sprint top six as Acosta gets 2025 MotoGP off to a sizzling start

Mar 1, 2025 Michael Le Pard
MotoGP landed back in the confines of the Buriram International Circuit but with a fresh focus for the first of 22 Grands Prix in the longest season on record. Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Pedro […]
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Intense sprint for Aprilia Racing in Buriram

Mar 1, 2025 Michael Le Pard
BEZZECCHI BATTLES TO TWELFTH, SAVADORI TWENTIETH. AI OGURA FOURTH ON MOTOGP DEBUT WITH TRACKHOUSE Aprilia Racing’s first sprint race of the 2025 season delivered plenty of thrills. Marco Bezzecchi crossed the line in twelfth, while […]
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Marc Márquez and the Ducati Lenovo Team win the Thai sprint race

Mar 1, 2025 Michael Le Pard
Marc Márquez and the Ducati Lenovo Team have won the opening sprint race of the 2025 season at the Chang International Circuit in Thailand. Francesco Bagnaia crossed the line in third position at the end […]
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2025 MotoGP KTM GP Academy anxious to get fast at Thai opener

Feb 28, 2025 Michael Le Pard
The KTM GP Academy throttles into action this weekend for the Thai Grand Prix and the first of 22 rounds in 2025 MotoGP. The Buriram International Circuit will be the stage for the six riders […]
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Pirelli DIABLO POWERCRUISER new tires for Custom-Touring motorcycles

Feb 28, 2025 Michael Le Pard
The new product is intended for Custom-Touring motorcycles, in particular the sportiest ones often revisited in a performance bagger, club style and power cruiser key   The latest addition to the DIABLO line has been […]
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Positive start for Aprilia Racing on Friday at Buriram

Feb 28, 2025 Michael Le Pard
THREE APRILIA IN Q2: BEZZECCHI FOURTH, FERNÁNDEZ SEVENTH AND OGURA NINETH  Aprilia Racing’s 2025 season officially kicked off with encouraging signs at the Chang International Circuit, where three of its riders secured direct entry into […]
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Ducati North America Announces DRE Travel Adventures

Feb 28, 2025 Michael Le Pard
Ducati North America will partner with Malcolm Smith Adventures for the exclusive DRE Baja Tour 7-day, 1,400 Mile riding experience led by Alexander Smith, dedicated to Multistrada and DesertX clients Sunnyvale, Calif., February 27, 2024 […]
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Harley-Davidson x Dynojet Team prepared for 2025 MotoAmerica King of the Baggers

Feb 28, 2025 Michael Le Pard
HARLEY-DAVIDSON® x DYNOJET FACTORY RACE TEAM POISED FOR EXCITING 2025 MOTOAMERICA™ MISSION FOODS KING OF THE BAGGERS SERIES MotoGP Veteran Bradley Smith Joins Kyle Wyman and James Rispoli on Factory Race Team Road Glide® Motorcycles […]
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Consistent finishes earned by Korie Steede and Craig DeLong at Round 3 of U.S. Sprint Enduro

Feb 27, 2025 Michael Le Pard
Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Korie Steede and Craig DeLong raced to consistent finishes in Round 3 of the 2025 U.S. Sprint Enduro Series at the Fox Squirrel Ridge Round in Pelham, Georgia.   The […]

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