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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.

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Movistar Yamaha Continue Battle with Elements in First Japanese FP Sessions

Oct 13, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Today Movistar Yamaha MotoGP’s Maverick Viñales and Valentino Rossi prepared for an intense weekend at the Twin Ring Motegi track. The teammates searched for grip in the rainy first free practice sessions and took 11th […]

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Marquez Aims to Extend Title Lead at Honda’s Home Grand Prix

Oct 13, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Marc Marquez (Repsol Honda Team RC213V) contests Honda’s home Grand Prix this weekend with the aim of further increasing his advantage in the battle for the 2017 MotoGP crown. The reigning World Champion, who has […]

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Nate Kern Grabs Two National Championships aboard a BMW R nineT In AHRMA Racing at 13th Annual Barber Vintage Festival

Oct 13, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Woodcliff Lake, NJ – October 12, 2017…Proving that the BMW R nineT is more than just the sleekest member of BMW Motorrad’s Heritage family of motorcycles, BMW Motorrad Motorsports Advisor and test rider Nate Kern […]

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Cool Wall Week #346: 2018 Honda Fury ABS

Oct 13, 2017 Michael Le Pard

New Cool Wall Bike Every Friday. Have You Voted Yet? No? Then Get to it… Voting Open! EXTREME LINES. HEAD-TURNING LOOKS. 2018 Honda Fury ABS Review on Total Motorcycle: The Fury appears to be something […]

Total Motorcycle’s 2018 Moto Guzzi Motorcycle Lineup – Update 1

Oct 12, 2017 Michael Le Pard

I look forward to what Moto Guzzi does each year and the Total Motorcycle 2018 Moto Guzzi Motorcycle Lineup is exciting! The first update features the 2018 Moto Guzzi MGX-21 Custom, California Touring, Eldorado and […]

Suzuki to unveil SV650X at Tokyo Motor Show next month

Oct 12, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Suzuki Motor Corporation will unveil the SV650X at this year’s Tokyo Motor Show – which takes place from 27 October to 5 November – an evolution of the SV650 Rally concept shown at last year’s […]

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Suzuki confirms pricing for new 2018 Suzuki V-Strom 250

Oct 12, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Suzuki has confirmed pricing for the hotly-anticipated V-Strom 250, with the newest addition to Suzuki’s adventure range coming with a launch RRP of £4,599 when it arrives in dealerships in October. The V-Strom 250 boasts […]

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Camier joins Honda for the 2018 FIM Superbike World Championship

Oct 12, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Honda Motor Europe and the Red Bull Honda World Superbike Team are pleased to announce the signing of Leon Camier, who will join the squad for the 2018 FIM Superbike World Championship. The 31-year-old from […]

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MOTUL AND SUZUKI CELEBRATE 30 YEARS OF COLLABORATION IN MotoGP

Oct 12, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 12. Many manufacturers work with their technical partners for a number of years to build expertise and experience, but there are few that have the length and strength of […]

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Nozane to Replace Folger at Japanese Grand Prix

Oct 12, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Local hero Kohta Nozane will step in for the absent Jonas Folger this weekend at the Motul Grand Prix of Japan. Folger will fly home today in order to undertake more medical checks and his […]

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Give the Gift of the Awe-Inspiring Outdoors with New California State Parks Pass

Oct 11, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Save the Redwoods League and California State Parks ring in the holidays and celebrate League’s anniversary with a limited edition Centennial Redwood Celebration Golden Poppy Annual Pass SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 10, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Each pass […]

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Fired Up Tech3 Duo Head East for Motegi Showdown

Oct 11, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Johann Zarco and Jonas Folger aim to kick-start the triple flyaway Grand Prix’s in a positive way by powering to two notable finishes in Japan this weekend. Johann Zarco intends to build on his 6th […]

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Movistar Yamaha Moves On to Motegi

Oct 11, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Having recharged their batteries during the two-week break after the race in Aragón, the Movistar Yamaha MotoGP Team has flown to Japan to kick off the triple-header overseas, starting with Yamaha’s home race at this […]

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Motegi Race To Open A Three-In-A Row Series Out Of Europe

Oct 11, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 11. A long-haul flight has taken Andrea Iannone and Alex Rins to Japan, where the MotoGP Championship is about to begin a series of three consecutive races before reaching […]

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Pablo Quintanilla Crowned 2017 FIM Cross-Country Rallies World Champion

Oct 11, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider Pablo Quintanilla has won the 2017 FIM Cross-Country Rallies World Championship at the final round of the series in Morocco. Successfully defending the title he won in 2016, the […]

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