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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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Macau Grand Prix: BMW M 1000 RR takes centre stage on an unusual weekend

Nov 17, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Macau. The 56th edition of the legendary Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix concluded with another all-BMW podium – once again, the BMW M 1000 RR proved to be the bike to beat on the Guia Circuit. However, […]

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Francesco Bagnaia wins thrilling race for BMW M Award in MotoGP 2024

Nov 16, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Barcelona. The winner of the 2024 BMW M Award in MotoGP™ is Francesco ‘Pecco’ Bagnaia. The Italian triumphed in a thrilling head-to-head against Spain’s Jorge Martín, with the decision coming down to the season’s final […]

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Record pole for David Alonso in Moto3 and Aron Canet dominates in Moto2

Nov 16, 2024 Michael Le Pard

With Pirelli tyres in soft compound, in the Barcelona GP qualifiers, the Colombian rider sets the new Moto3™ track lap record, breaking the one set in May The qualifiers in the Solidarity Grand Prix of Barcelona, […]

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Yamaha Announces 2025 VHR VRT Yamaha Official EMX250 Team and Rider Line-Up

Nov 16, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Motor Europe is pleased to unveil an exciting evolution in its European Championship EMX250 program for 2025. The VRT Yamaha Official EMX250 team has partnered with the esteemed VHR team, led by Bruno Verhaeghe, […]

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Positive Friday for Aprilia Racing with two RS-GP24 bikes through to Q2 in Montmeló

Nov 16, 2024 Michael Le Pard

THIRD-PLACE TIME FOR ALEIX ESPARGARÓ AND SIXTH FOR MAVERICK VIÑALES IN THEIR HOME GP It was a positive start for Aleix Espargaró, who once again confirmed his good sensations at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. In […]

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Francesco Bagnaia and Ducati top Practice timesheets in Solidarity Grand Prix of Barcelona

Nov 16, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Francesco Bagnaia and the Ducati Lenovo Team have edged the competition in the Practice session for the #SolidarityGP, the final event of the 2024 MotoGP season, which got underway today at Montmeló’s ‘Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya’. […]

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Luke Muter Wins 2024 National Enduro Beta Cup

Nov 16, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Congratulations to Luke Muter for winning the Beta Cup aboard his Beta 2024 250 RR Race Edition. Luke had a great season at the National Enduro while competing in the C < 250 class. The […]

Interactive Friday: Your Bikes! Your Tires! Your Brands!

Interactive Friday: Your Bikes! Your Tires! Your Brands!

Nov 15, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Welcome to Total Motorcycle’s weekly Interactive Friday: Your Bikes! Your Tires! Your Brands! #313. Don’t forget new 2025 models just arrived! This week we showcase just a few of the submissions we received from our […]

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Solid speed at Endurocross series in Oregon

Nov 14, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Redmond, OR Round Five November 9th, 2024 Round Five – Oregon EnduroCross The Endurocross series found itself in Oregon for the fifth round of the season. The track was larger than at any of […]

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Final race of the NGPC season Lake Havasu Arizona

Nov 14, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Lake Havasu, AZ Round Nine November 8th, 2024 DeMartile Finishes NGPC Series on the Podium The final race of the NGPC season was in Lake Havasu, AZ. Dare DeMartile had already locked up second […]

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MotoGP Barcelona the Final Act of the 2024 MotoGP Season

Nov 14, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The Ducati Lenovo Team back on Track at Montmeló for the Solidarity GP in Barcelona, the Final Act of the 2024 MotoGP Season Everything is set for the final round of the 2024 MotoGP season, […]

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Red Bull KTM Factory Racing conveys thanks and best wishes to Jack Miller

Nov 14, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Ahead of the twentieth and final round of 2024 MotoGP™, the Solidarity Grand Prix of Barcelona, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing would like to wish Jack Miller all the best for the future and offer […]

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Behind-the-Scenes of the R3 bLU cRU World Cup Showdown

Nov 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

“One of the most difficult races of my life; they hit me!” Behind-the-Scenes of the R3 bLU cRU World Cup Showdown The 2024 FIM Yamaha R3 bLU cRU World Cup battle came down to the […]

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THE LAST DANCE FOR ESPARGARÓ AND VIÑALES WITH APRILIA RACING IN THEIR HOME RACE

Nov 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Aprilia Racing is gearing up for the final round of the season at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, which will also be the last race for Aleix Espargaró and Maverick Viñales with Aprilia Racing. It will […]

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Pedrosa extends crucial KTM RC16 MotoGP development role for seventh year

Nov 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The Red Bull KTM Factory Racing MotoGP project will count on the expertise and excellence of MotoGP Legend Dani Pedrosa for 2025. The Spaniard has extended his critical role in the process and the progress […]

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