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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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KTM’S 6DAYS RACE SERVICE AND RENTAL PACKAGE – RACE-READY FOR 6DAYS ITALIA 2025

Mar 31, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The historic Italian city of Bergamo plays host to the 99th edition of the 6DAYS® FIM Enduro of Nations. Located in the heart of Lombardy, the world-famous Valli Bergamasche will serve as the main stage […]

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Herlings set for first 2025 MXGP appearance with round four in Sardinia on the agenda

Mar 31, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing is anticipating a two-rider premier class line-up for the Grand Prix of Sardinia at the Riola Sardo circuit this week with MXGP icon Jeffrey Herlings edging closer to race fitness. […]

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Bastianini rallies to MotoGP top seven at COTA for Americas Grand Prix

Mar 31, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Enea Bastianini grabbed 9 points for a 7th position finish at a chaotic but exciting Red Bull Grand Prix of the Americas today. The Red Bull KTM Tech3 rider steered his KTM RC16 to the […]

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Honda UK appoints Andrew Mineyko as Head of Motorcycles

Mar 31, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Honda UK is delighted to announce the appointment of Andrew Mineyko as the new Head of Motorcycles, effective 1st April 2025. Andy moves into the role following Neil Fletcher’s 7 year tenure of the position, as […]

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Bulega runner-up in Race 2 at Portimao after another epic battle

Mar 31, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Nicolò Bulega and Alvaro Bautista took their respective Ducati Panigale V4R machines to the parc fermé twice on Sunday at Portimao. The Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team riders finished the Superpole Race and Race-2 in […]

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Sixth place after a comeback for Marco Bezzecchi in the USA race

Mar 31, 2025 Michael Le Pard

FOUR APRILIA RS-GP25 BIKES IN THE POINTS: MARCO BEZZECCHI SIXTH AFTER A SPECTACULAR COMEBACK, LORENZO SAVADORI FIFTEENTH. AI OGURA NINTH AND RAÚL FERNÁNDEZ TWELFTH FOR THE TRACKHOUSE MOTOGP TEAM Aprilia Racing earned a positive result […]

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Razgatlioğlu winner-takes-all in WorldSBK at Portimão

Mar 31, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The reigning world champion, with the new Pirelli rear development tyre, won both Sunday races and set a new best race lap. Bendsneyder achieves his first WorldSSP win. · Toprak Razgatlioğlu (BMW) dominated the Portuguese round of […]

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Hat-trick, pole, records: A perfect WorldSBK weekend at Portimão

Mar 31, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Portimão. Standing ovations after a perfect weekend were given by over 53,000 celebrating fans at the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve in Portimão (POR), when reigning world champion Toprak Razgatlioglu (TUR) claimed the maximum points haul […]

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Dixon wins the Moto2 with Pirelli’s wet tires as Ruedas the Moto3 with slicks

Mar 31, 2025 Michael Le Pard

In Moto2™, the choice of tyre at the start was crucial for the outcome of the race, while the Moto3™ race was one second per lap faster than last year · Polesitter Jake Dixon (Boscoscuro) won the Moto2™ race on Pirelli’s […]

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Korie Steede captures season-first victory at Camp Coker Bullet GNCC

Mar 31, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Korie Steede captured her first victory of season 2025 at Round 4 of the Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) Series in South Carolina, charging for the entire duration of the race to claim a […]

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Aegerter Concludes Portimão Weekend with a Solid Top Ten

Mar 31, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Dominique Aegerter added more points to his tally with a ninth-place finish in the final feature race of the Portimão weekend, while Remy Gardner delivered a strong performance in the Superpole Race on the final […]

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BMW Motorrad ADV-X returns to Sun Peaks British Columbia for epic third year

Mar 31, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Richmond Hill, ON. The highly anticipated BMW Motorrad ADV-X is back for its third year, inviting GS customers to embark on an unforgettable adventure in the stunning landscapes of British Columbia. From September 7–13, 2025, riders […]

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Manzi Extends Series Lead with Second Place in Portimão Race 2

Mar 31, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Stefano Manzi extended his lead in the 2025 FIM Supersport World Championship standings with another second place finish at the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve today. The Pata Yamaha Ten Kate rider has finished no lower […]

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Locatelli Nets Fine Fourth in Race 2 for Pata Maxus Yamaha in Portimão

Mar 31, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Locatelli Nets Fine Fourth in Race 2 for Pata Maxus Yamaha in Portimão Rounding out a super strong weekend with two more podium challenging performances, Andrea Locatelli maximised his potential for Pata Maxus Yamaha at […]

2026 Motorcycles Launch - The Most Wonderful Time of the Year!

2026 Motorcycles Launch – The Most Wonderful Time of the Year!

Mar 31, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Here’s some positive news. It’s a great day, a truly great day for riders! In fact, it’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year for motorcyclists as the new 2026 Motorcycles Launched and we have […]

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