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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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STRIJBOS 3RD IN ‘NATIONS MXGP CLASS

Sep 28, 2016 Michael Le Pard
Team Suzuki Press Office – September 25. The 2016 FIM MXGP Motocross World Championship may have ended for Team Suzuki but racing continued this weekend with three of the factory crew in action at the […]
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Bryan Smith wins first Grand National Championship as Brad Baker clinches the win at the Ramspur Winery Santa Rosa Mile

Sep 28, 2016 Michael Le Pard
Bryan Smith wins first Grand National Championship as Brad Baker clinches the win at the #Ramspur #Winery Santa Rosa Mile presented by @Triumph FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SANTA ROSA, Calif. (Sept. 25, 2016) – Brad Baker […]
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AMA Pro Racing announces rebrand of American FlatTrack series

Sep 28, 2016 Michael Le Pard
@AMA Pro #Racing announces rebrand of #AmericanFlatTrack series FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Sept. 25, 2016) – AMA Pro Racing has proudly announced the official rebranding of the all-new American Flat Track (AFT) series […]
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American Flat Track’s DAYTONA TT to be held inside Daytona International Speedway on March 16, 2017

Sep 28, 2016 Michael Le Pard
#AmericanFlatTrack’s #DAYTONA TT to be held inside @Daytona International Speedway on March 16, 2017 One-of-a-kind TT track to be built in the tri-oval inside Daytona International Speedway FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Sept. 26, […]
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2013 Total Motorcycle Headlines

Sep 17, 2016 Michael Le Pard
Total Motorcycle Timeline News Archives 2003 – 2004 – 2005 – 2006 – 2007 – 2008 – 2009 – 2010 – 2011 – 2012 – 2013 – 2014 – 2015 – 2016 2013 Total Motorcycle […]

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