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.

Malcolm Stewart and RJ Hampshire race to Birmingham Triple Crown podiums

Mar 24, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Malcolm Stewart claimed a hard-fought second-place finish at Round 10 of the 2025 AMA Supercross Championship in the Birmingham Triple Crown, with 250SX East Class contender RJ Hampshire also sealing P2 […]

Brilliant Benistant third overall at MXGP of Europe

Mar 24, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2 team’s Thibault Benistant has picked up his first overall podium result of the season with a fantastic third overall at the MXGP of Europe. Competing on home soil at the […]

MXGP of Europe: Everts Grabs The Red Plate Through The French Mud

Mar 24, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The historic St. Jean d’Angely circuit on France’s stunning west coast set the stage for round three of the 2025 FIM Motocross World Championship, hosting its 19th MXGP since 1984. The 1610-metre, 15-turn layout welcomed […]

Grand Prix of Europe thriller as Lucas Coenen earns first MXGP podium result

Mar 24, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing came through the third round of the 2025 MXGP season with three podium finishes including a 1-2 in the MX2 class for Andrea Adamo and Simon Laengenfelder and Lucas Coenen […]

Seventh for Renaux at MXGP France at the Saint Jean d’Angely circuit

Mar 24, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP team’s Maxime Renaux has placed seventh overall at the third round of the 2025 MXGP World Championship. Taking place in France at the Saint Jean d’Angely circuit, the MXGP of […]

Ryder LeBlond charges to U.S. Hard Enduro victory at the Grinding Stone

Mar 24, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Ryder LeBlond claimed a breakout overall victory during Round 3 of the 2025 U.S. Hard Enduro Series at the Grinding Stone in Page, Arizona, this weekend, as Korie Steede and Craig […]

The Circuit of the Americas in Austin Texas with Pirelli

Mar 24, 2025 Michael Le Pard

For the GP of the Americas, Pirelli confirms the same tyre allocation as Argentina For Austin, which has been partially resurfaced, the Moto2™ and Moto3™ riders will have the same standard compounds, and the same […]

MXGP of Europe: Guadagnini 4th at the European Grand Prix with the Desmo450 MX

Mar 24, 2025 Michael Le Pard

• Mattia Guadagnini emerges with grit from the mud of St.Jean d’Angely and closes next to the podium of the European Grand Prix • Both Desmo450 MX of the Aruba.it – Ducati Factory MX Team […]

Injury Update on Maxime Renaux

Mar 24, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s Maxime Renaux has confirmed that he is currently recovering from a broken right hand sustained during a training session prior to the second round of the FIM Motocross World Championship […]

Beautifully Expensive 2025 Ducati Panigale V4 Tricolore Italia

Mar 24, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Limited Edition, special…a blend of design, engineering excellence and technology. The beautifully expensive 2025 Ducati Panigale V4 Tricolore Italia, autographed by Francesco Bagnaia and launched at the cherry blossom price of $85,000 to $95,000. How […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

Malcolm Stewart and RJ Hampshire race to Birmingham Triple Crown podiums

Brilliant Benistant third overall at MXGP of Europe

MXGP of Europe: Everts Grabs The Red Plate Through The French Mud

Grand Prix of Europe thriller as Lucas Coenen earns first MXGP podium result

Seventh for Renaux at MXGP France at the Saint Jean d’Angely circuit

Ryder LeBlond charges to U.S. Hard Enduro victory at the Grinding Stone

The Circuit of the Americas in Austin Texas with Pirelli

MXGP of Europe: Guadagnini 4th at the European Grand Prix with the Desmo450 MX

Injury Update on Maxime Renaux

Beautifully Expensive 2025 Ducati Panigale V4 Tricolore Italia

Aviobike WRS Team brings the 2025 Ducati Panigale V4 to the EWC World Championship

Full Throttle Sturgis to Showcase Michael Lichter’s Iconic Motorcycle Photography During 85th Rally

Jason O’Halloran to Race for Pata Maxus Yamaha in Portimão

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP & MX2 Teams Ready to Send It at Saint Jean d’Angely

FIM R3 BLU CRU World Cup Class of 2025 Ready for Season Opener

Good Luck, Have Fun & Don’t Die: TMW Game Arcade Returns!

New 2026 Triumph Daytona 660: Sports Excitement Every Day!

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BMW Goes Super Hooligan: New 2026 BMW R1300R Roadster!

New Class-defining 2026 Triumph Enduro Motorcycles!