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.

New 2018 Yamaha XSR700 and XSR900

Sep 22, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha’s Faster Sons Inspired by some of the most memorable and iconic models from our past, Yamaha’s Sport Heritage range is proving to be a major success with those riders who appreciate their unique formula […]

Husqvarna Good Old Times Blog – The Crowd Pleaser, Christer Hammargren

Sep 22, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Meet Christer Hammargren, the always-smiling, multiple Swedish champion. Always popular with the fans and his fellow riders – Christer was a man who simply loved to ride. Swede Christer Hammargren never dominated the motocross world, […]

Dave Geurts Suzuki MXGP Blog September 21

Sep 22, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – September 21. Dave Geurts is Kevin Strijbos’ personal mechanic at Team Suzuki World MXGP. Before starting his career in MX, Dave Geurts worked as a maintenance technician for a Belgian […]

Sturgis Rally Doubleheader Returns to 2018 American Flat Track Schedule

Sep 22, 2017 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Sept. 21, 2017) – Following the recent confirmation of the 2018 DAYTONA TT during Bike Week at DAYTONA, American Flat Track is pleased to announce the return of the Sturgis Rally doubleheader […]

Total Motorcycle’s 2018 Can-Am Spyder Motorcycle Lineup

Sep 21, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Saddle up for the ride of your life! The new 2018 Can-Am Spyder Motorcycle Lineup has been unleashed… Six new Spyders, 115hp 1330cc engines, SACHS suspensions, 10 year anniversary models, premium audio systems and more. […]

MISSION: THANK YOU – RETIRED AIR FORCE MEDIC SURPRISED WITH GIFT OF NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLE

Sep 21, 2017 Michael Le Pard

San Antonio (September 20, 2017): Today at Cowboy’s Alamo City Harley-Davidson in San Antonio, retired Air Force medic, Lisa Benjamin, was honored with a Harley-Davidson Model Year 2018 Street Glide Special powered by the […]

American Flat Track makes long-awaited return to Dallas-Fort Worth for Lone Star Half-Mile presented by Indian Motorcycle

Sep 21, 2017 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (September 20, 2017) – American Flat Track returns to action this weekend for the Lone Star Half-Mile presented by Indian Motorcycle. The penultimate round of the championship marks the first time the […]

Rossi Back in Action in Aragon

Sep 21, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Movistar Yamaha MotoGP rider Valentino Rossi has been declared fit to ride in this weekend’s Gran Premio Movistar de Aragón. The Movistar Yamaha MotoGP Team will start round 14 of the MotoGP World Championship with […]

OFF TO ARAGON FOR THE PENULTIMATE ROUND IN EUROPE

Sep 21, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – September 20. The upcoming Aragon GP will be the last European round before the following three far-away races in Asia/Oceania and therefore an important date to consolidate the latest configurations […]

Renthal Recalls Motorcycle Clip-on Handlebars Due to Crash Hazard

Sep 21, 2017 Michael Le Pard

WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Renthal-Recalls-Motorcycle-Clip-on-Handlebars Recall Summary Name of Product: Gen1 and Gen 2 motorcycle clip-on handlebars Hazard: The handlebar clamp can crack and fail, posing a crash hazard. Remedy: Replace Consumers should […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

New 2018 Yamaha XSR700 and XSR900

Husqvarna Good Old Times Blog – The Crowd Pleaser, Christer Hammargren

Dave Geurts Suzuki MXGP Blog September 21

Sturgis Rally Doubleheader Returns to 2018 American Flat Track Schedule

Total Motorcycle’s 2018 Can-Am Spyder Motorcycle Lineup

MISSION: THANK YOU – RETIRED AIR FORCE MEDIC SURPRISED WITH GIFT OF NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLE

American Flat Track makes long-awaited return to Dallas-Fort Worth for Lone Star Half-Mile presented by Indian Motorcycle

Rossi Back in Action in Aragon

OFF TO ARAGON FOR THE PENULTIMATE ROUND IN EUROPE

Renthal Recalls Motorcycle Clip-on Handlebars Due to Crash Hazard

Zarco and Folger focused and ready for Aragon clash

Movistar Yamaha to Attend the Aragon GP in Full Force

Rossi Successfully Wraps Up Second Riding Session

DAYTONA TT to kick off 2018 American Flat Track season on March 15

Rossi Completes First Laps as He Returns to Riding Form

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

New Harley-Davidson Deadwood Offers up WWII Spirit of Freedom

Are the new 2027 BMW’s the Best Lineup to Date?

First 2026 BMW Street and Dirt Monsters Arrive!