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.

Yamaha Extends Thanks to Calvin Vlaanderen after Five Seasons

Oct 31, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Motor Europe extends its sincere thanks to Calvin Vlaanderen as the South African concludes his five-year tenure with Yamaha following the natural completion of his contract. Vlaanderen joined the Yamaha family in […]

MIKKEL HAARUP TO RACE AMA 450 PRO MOTOCROSS SERIES IN 2026

Oct 31, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Following a positive first season in AMA Pro Motocross, Triumph Factory Racing’s Mikkel Haarup will stay in the USA for 2026 and step up to race the TF 450-X in the 450 division. The Danish […]

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna’s Korie Steede crowned GNCC WXC Champion

Oct 28, 2025 Michael Le Pard

An instrumental victory at the 13th and final round of the 2025 Grand National Cross Country Series (GNCC) saw Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Korie Steede crowned WXC Class Champion in Ironman, Indiana, this past […]

Ducati’s first official off-road racing program in North America

Oct 28, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Sunnyvale, Calif., October 27, 2025 – More than a milestone, Ducati North America proudly announces the Troy Lee Designs Red Bull Ducati Factory Racing Supercross and Pro Motocross team. This official Ducati Corse Off-Road factory […]

New 2026 Honda Icons Return + More Tariffs + USMCA Dead?

Oct 27, 2025 Michael Le Pard

First, the fun and exciting news. Honda is re-releasing the CB series, a UJM lineup we have all yearned for or stared at in our lives. First the 2026 Honda CB1000F. Yes, “F”, inspired by […]

Taiyo Furusato Honda takes home his first Moto3 victory

Oct 26, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The Briton also set the new fastest lap of the race, improving Alex Márquez’s 2019 record by more than 1.3 seconds · After being red-flagged due to an accident on lap two, the Grand Prix of Malaysia […]

2nd place for Acosta after demanding Malaysian MotoGP Grand Prix

Oct 26, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM completed the overseas stint of the 2025 MotoGP calendar with a battling performance by Pedro Acosta and another runner-up trophy as the Spaniard took his KTM RC16 to 2nd spot at Sepang […]

Ryder LeBlond races to 4-4 finishes at AMA EnduroCross double-header in Idaho Falls

Oct 26, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Ryder LeBlond raced to a pair of consistent performances at Rounds 2 and 3 of the 2025 AMA EnduroCross Series in Idaho Falls, finishing fourth overall across each night after managing to win a race on Saturday […]

MANUEL LETTENBICHLER CROWNED 2025 FIM HARD ENDURO WORLD CHAMPION

Oct 26, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Manuel Lettenbichler has secured the 2025 FIM Hard Enduro World Championship title after delivering a sensational performance to win his home round, GetzenRodeo, in Germany. The victory marks Lettenbichler’s fifth world title, […]

Billy Bolt takes third place at GetzenRodeo

Oct 26, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Billy Bolt has delivered a determined performance at Germany’s iconic GetzenRodeo to claim a hard-earned third-place finish. Battling through the demanding conditions aboard his TE 300, Billy now strengthens his hold on […]

Challenging race for Aprilia Racing at Sepang

Oct 26, 2025 Michael Le Pard

MARCO BEZZECCHI ELEVENTH AT CHEQUERED FLAG, LORENZO SAVADORI SIXTEENTH The full-distance race at the Petronas Sepang International Circuit proved challenging for Aprilia Racing. Starting back in 14th, Marco Bezzecchi struggled to make up ground in […]