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Maidstone Honda supplies 20 Honda PCXs to NHS Volunteer Responders PCXs to facilitate deliveries of medical supplies and prescriptions 20-strong fleet to alleviate limited delivery capacity in area impacting the most vulnerable Maidstone Honda will […]

MV AGUSTA DONATES PCR MACHINE FOR QUICK TESTING TO VARESE HOSPITALS

Varese, April 3, 2020 – MV Agusta takes the field in the solidarity race to support Varese community hospitals facing the coronavirus emergency. The company donated a sophisticated testing machinery able to process up to […]

Sim Racing: BMW drivers to race two Digital Nürburgring Endurance Series

Munich. On Saturday, BMW Motorsport will field a large contingent of BMW drivers in race two of this sesson’s Digital Nürburgring Endurance Series powered by VCO. A total of eight virtual BMW Z4 GT3s are […]

MotoGP Alex Rins talks about his isolation and keeping fit and healthy

Team Suzuki Press Office – April 2. Team Suzuki Ecstar’s Alex Rins talks about his isolation and keeping fit and healthy at home during the global crisis. QUESTION. Did you imagine that this situation would become […]

Interview with MotoGP Danilo Petrucci as we wait for the 2020 MotoGP World Championship to start

The 2020 MotoGP Season was supposed to begin nearly one month ago in Qatar for the Ducati Team, where just a few weeks earlier they had completed the last MotoGP pre-season test. Unfortunately, at the […]

Sad News as BMW Motorrad Pulls Out of Intermot in October and EICMA in November

Munich. Due to the hardly foreseeable development of the pandemic and its effects, BMW Motorrad will not be participating in the two leading motorcycle shows Intermot in Cologne in October and EICMA in Milan in […]

BMW Group Canada Reports Disastrous Q1 2020 Auto Sales but Motorrad Sales a Bright Spot

Richmond Hill, ON. BMW Group Canada (BMW and MINI brands combined) reported sales of 6,006 vehicles for Q1 2020, representing a decrease of -30.6% as compared to the same period last year. “On behalf of all […]

BMW of North America Reports Bad Q1 2020 Sales Results

Woodcliff Lake, NJ – April 1, 2020… BMW of North America announced today Q1 2020 sales results for the BMW and MINI brands in the U.S. For the sales period ending March 31, 2020 BMW brand […]

American Honda Reports March Sales Down a Shocking 51%

April 1, 2020 After a strong start to 2020, American Honda sales fall 48% in March due to impact. American Honda Q1 Total 298,785 -19.2% Cars 131,845 -22% Trucks 166,940 -16.8% Total 270,253 -18.9% […]

Sim Racer Jimmy Broadbent talks about the boom in Sim Racing

Munich. Jimmy Broadbent (GBR) is probably the most influential influencer in the booming sim racing sector at the moment. His YouTube channel has around 425,000 subscribers and during this current difficult time, in which no […]

All April Fools’ moments since MINI re-launched in 2002

April 1, 2020 Michael Le Pard

MINI USA Recaps Some of its Best and Slightly Irreverent April Fools’ Moments to add a bit of Brightness to the Day. Woodcliff Lake, N.J., April 1, 2020. At a serious time when people around […]

URAL Offers Drop Shipping to your Home directly with Free Shipping US and internationally

Direct Parts Drop Shipments Dear Friends, This is a quick note that our HQ Parts Department continues to be open, is operating safely and supporting our customers both in the US and internationally. We are […]

Gene Crouch Promoted to Chief Operating Officer of AMA Pro Racing

April 1, 2020 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (March 31, 2020) – AMA Pro Racing today announced the promotion of Gene Crouch to the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO) from his previous position of Chief Marketing Officer. As COO, Crouch will now coordinate […]

BMW Rolls Out PartChain Cloud technologies with Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure in addition to Blockchain solutions

Munich. The BMW Group is using innovative digital technologies to optimise its processes. A good example of this is Blockchain, a technology that enables tamper-proof data sharing, with potential applications throughout the entire automotive value chain. […]

Free NBC Sports TrackPass plus 9 other services till May 1st with this Link

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (March 30, 2020) – American Flat Track‘s entire 2019 racing season is now available to viewers through TrackPass on NBC Sports Gold at no cost. Last week, NBC Sports announced that it has made TrackPass, along […]

BMW Vehicles go Deep Green with Consistently Reducing Fuel Consumption and CO2 Emissions

Munich. With the introduction of its Efficient Dynamics technology package back in 2007, the BMW Group created a concept that remains unrivalled in the automotive industry to this day. It centered on consistently reducing fuel consumption […]

Honda’s $1 million Dollar Pledge to food banks and meal programs across North America

March 30, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Honda commits to help people’s basic community needs by supporting healthcare, nutrition, relief for our customers, and inspiration to all. Honda will engage and empower its associates to help their communities through “virtual volunteering” and […]

Radical Retro 2021 Honda CB-F Breaks Cover!

Some days are better than others, and we could definitely use more better days right now. When the new 2021 Honda CB-F concept landed in my inbox, I can tell you it was a good […]

Stay at home behind the scenes: WorldSBK riders Tom Sykes and Eugene Laverty

March 30, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. The world-wide corona crisis also affects motorcycle racing. The wheels have come to a standstill. There is no telling yet when it will be possible to hold races again. During the wait, the two […]

Red Dot Awards: Best of the Best 2020 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP

March 30, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Red Dot: Best of the Best 2020’ recognises the ground-breaking product design of Honda e in the car category– the highest honour in the competition All-new, all-electric Honda e receives a second ‘Red Dot 2020’ […]

2021 Honda CB-F Concept Guide

2021 Honda CB-F Concept: I GOT LOVE FOR YOU IF YOU WERE BORN IN THE 80s. Introducing the 2021 Honda CB-F Concept… The CB-F Concept is the result of reviewing the history of the CB […]

Harley-Davidson Temporarily Closes Dealership Showrooms

For over 100 years, we have found our purpose and our joy in motorcycles. Our vision is of freedom, optimism and the well being of our community continues to be our main priority. In light of the latest government […]

Inspiration Friday: The Best Form of Self-Isolation

As big changes tighten its grip on our society, lifestyles, and health, our governments have asked us all to “flatten-the-curve” and do our small part by self-isolating and social distancing. Total Motorcycle riders have the […]

With a Heavy Heart BMW Motorrad Days 2020 is Cancelled

Munich. In light of current events and growing measures to contain the corona virus, not to mention our duty of care towards our guests and staff, it is with a heavy heart that the Organization Team […]

Racing simulator instead of DTM: BMW works driver Philipp Eng explains the sim racing phenomenon

Munich. BMW works driver Philipp Eng (AUT) is a talented all-rounder behind a steering wheel. He has won Formula races, as well as in a host of different BMW race cars, including the BMW M4 […]

2020 New Zealand Superbike Championship Postponement Affects More Than Racing

March 26, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – March 26. The 2020 New Zealand Superbike Championship has been postponed until further notice due to the worldwide Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. The series has currently run three of its five […]

URAL Extends Warranties by 3 Months plus Production and Operation Updates

Latest Update From Ural We’d like to extend our wishes to all of you and your loved ones to be healthy and remain strong during these trying times. Our staff at Ural in Redmond, WA, at […]

MotoGP Suzuki Joan Mir Reveals All About Covid-19 Crisis

March 25, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – March 24. We asked Joan Mir to tell us what it’s like to be stuck at home; how does it affect his training and his life in general? How much […]

MV AGUSTA TEMPORARILY HALTS PRODUCTION IN ITALY DUE TO COVID-19

March 25, 2020 Michael Le Pard

MV AGUSTA TEMPORARILY HALTS PRODUCTION IN COMPLIANCE WITH NEW GOVERNMENT RESTRICTIONS Schiranna, Varese, March 24, 2020 – MV Agusta announces that, starting Thursday March 26 and until the production ban is lifted, all activities at […]

BILLY BOLT INTERVIEW – LETS TO THE THE 2020 SUPERENDURO WORLD CHAMPION

March 25, 2020 Michael Le Pard

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING STAR ON WINNING HIS FIRST INDOOR ENDURO WORLD TITLE Bouncing back from injury in the best possible way, Billy Bolt claimed this year’s FIM SuperEnduro World Championship to deliver Rockstar […]

UP AND RUNNING: NEW ZEALAND MX1 AND MX2 RACING SERIES IS STILL ON

March 24, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – March 23. Brad Groombridge: RM-Z450 – MX1 Class – 6th Brad Groombridge: RM-Z4250 – MX2 Class – 10th Brad Groombridge raced his RM-Z450 and RM-Z250 in both MX1 and MX2 […]

American Flat Track to Postpone May 2 Texas Half-Mile and May 9 So-Cal Half-Mile

March 24, 2020 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (March 23, 2020) – In accordance with the safety protocols recommended by the CDC, national and state officials, American Flat Track will postpone the May 2 Texas Half-Mile at Texas Motor Speedway and the […]

Amazing 360° Virtual Tour: Honda Collection Hall and Museum Experience

March 23, 2020 Michael Le Pard

This week Total Motorcycle brings you an amazing 360° Virtual Tour: Honda Collection Hall and Museum Experience! Virtually tour from the comfort of your own home 3 full floors of Honda’s Museum containing 350 exhibits […]

BMW Starts Super Sim Saturday Racing with 3 Major Sim Racing Events Online

March 22, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. “Super Sim Saturday”, which featured three major sim racing events, was a successful one for BMW works drivers. In the “IMSA Sebring SuperSaturday” race, Bruno Spengler (CAN), Nick Catsburg (NED) and Jesse Krohn (FIN) […]

Harley-Davidson Offers 20% off Everything Online With This Promotion

March 22, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Don’t miss this limited time offer from H-D! FREE SHIPPING WITH $50 PURCHASE AND FREE RETURNS* . Spend more. Get More Stock up on spring gear, and get a Promo Card to spend at your […]

4 REASONS TO VISIT THE KTM MOTOHALL – Museum, Exhibition, Interaction and Education

March 21, 2020 Michael Le Pard

KTM’s factory has spread significantly through Mattighofen and into the neighboring Munderfing in recent years but the ribbon-cutting of the KTM Motohall in 2019 marked an aesthetic and necessary reference point for the company in the upper Austrian town and away from the assembly line buildings, engine […]

Spotlight: 10 Coronavirus (COVID-19) Recovery Stories

Maybe it is just me but I have wondered, why isn’t the general media talking to or sharing stories from those who have had COVID-19 and survived it? Wouldn’t that help us all to understand […]

Ducati Marks 2019 a Successful Year – 53,183 bikes sold with 2.4% Growth and 7.2% Profit Margin

Growth in turnover and operating margin for Ducati in 2019 53,183 motorcycles delivered, € 716 million in turnover and € 52 million in operating profit, equal to 7.2% operating margin Historical record for turnover per […]

LE MANS 24 HOURS EWC RESCHEDULED TO SEPTEMBER 2020

Team Suzuki Press Office – March 19. The Le Mans 24 Hours Endurance World Championship race in France has been rescheduled for the second time in a week because of the Coronavirus outbreak. An official […]

Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2020 Postponed to October

March 19, 2020 Michael Le Pard

In light of current events and growing measures to contain the coronavirus, not to mention our duty of care towards our guests and staff, it is with a heavy heart that the Organisation Team of […]

The One Motorcycle Show – Custom Builder Awards & Prize Winners Announced

The One Motorcycle show bikes are tucked back safe and sound at their respective homes, the dirt has been unloaded, the dust has settled but our excitement has not. For those of you who made […]

HARLEY-DAVIDSON ANNOUNCES NEW PERFORMANCE BAGGER AND CUSTOM-INSPIRED PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

March 19, 2020 Michael Le Pard

MILWAUKEE (March 18, 2020) – It’s the details that make you unique, and with your bike it’s no different. That’s why Harley-Davidson gives you all the elements you need to make your bike distinctly your […]

MotoGP – Now the most important race we have is the one against Covid-19

March 19, 2020 Michael Le Pard

AVIDE BRIVIO TALKS ABOUT THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC Team Suzuki Press Office – March 18. In this latest Blog, Suzuki Ecstar MotoGP Team Manager Davide Brivio says ‘Health should be everyone’s main priority now’ following the […]

Special Statement by BMW Board of Management Chairman Oliver Zipse

March 18, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Good morning Ladies and Gentlemen! In times like these, we need responsible behaviour in society. We find ourselves in highly unusual times. All of us are personally affected. Medical experts and scientists are giving […]

Suzuki Endurance Racing Team (SERT) Team Manager Damien Saulnier talks about the Le Mans 24-Hours

March 18, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – March 17. Suzuki Endurance Racing Team (SERT) Team Manager Damien Saulnier talks about the recent Le Mans 24-Hours official test in France before the event was postponed due to the […]

American Flat Track to postpone Atlanta Short Track and Charlotte Half-Mile Events

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (March 16, 2020) – Due to the ongoing unprecedented situation regarding COVID-19 and expanding restrictions on domestic and international travel, and in accordance with national, state and local governments prohibiting large group gatherings, American Flat […]

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Get your Slingshot ready for the upcoming season. Use promo code “READY” to automatically unlock these great deals or head into your local dealer. *As Low As 2.99% APR for 72 Months Legal: This […]

Ducati closes until March 25 to reorganize and improve production lines

The motorcycle manufacturer of Borgo Panigale shuts down the plant to March 25 to implement the safety measures to the production lines indicated by the new regulatory protocol However, all support services for our customers […]

Launch of the new 2020 BMW 3T FOR BMW bike

Munich/Presezzo. Bavarian luxury car manufacturer BMW and leading Italian bike manufacturer 3T announce a collaboration delivering sheer cycling pleasure to BMW customers. Modelled on the highly popular Exploro all-road bike, 3T has produced a special edition […]

MV AGUSTA DOESN’T SURRENDER AND MAINTAINS PRODUCTION ADOPTING ALL REQUIRED PRECAUTIONS

Varese, March 16, 2020 – MV Agusta has decided, in agreement with workers’ representatives and in full compliance with the urgent provisions contained in the Prime Minister’s 11/03 decree and with the guidelines issued by […]

BMW Professional Racers go up against Sim Racers at The Race All-Star Esports Battle

March 16, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. Maximilian Günther (GER) from BMW i Andretti Motorsport and BMW Team RLL driver Colton Herta (USA) went up against some of the world’s best professional racing drivers and sim racers at Sunday’s sim racing […]

Life Got You Stressed? Play games at TMW Arcade!

Life Got You Stressed? Play games at TMW Arcade! Total Motorcycle has 365 games to keep you entertained for months if you are finding yourself with free time. With everything from classic, strategy, action, sports […]

HONDA RACING BSB RIDERS ANDREW AND GLENN IRWIN TAKE TO THE ROADS AFTER PASSING MOTORCYCLE TESTS

March 16, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Honda Racing BSB riders Andrew and Glenn Irwin take to the roads after passing motorcycle tests Honda’s brotherly duo Andrew and Glenn Irwin, swapped circuits for the roads during the off-season to successfully pass their […]

CRAIG DELONG TOPS XC2 250 PRO CLASS AT THE GENERAL GNCC

March 16, 2020 Michael Le Pard

It was a great day for Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s off-road program as team rider Craig DeLong came away with the XC2 250 Pro class victory in a hard-fought battle at Round 3 of […]

HARLEY-DAVIDSON SCREAMIN’ EAGLE/VANCE & HINES DRAG TEAM OPENS CHAMPIONSHIP DEFENSE IN GAINESVILLE

March 15, 2020 Michael Le Pard

MILWAUKEE (March 12, 2020) – The 10-time champion Harley-Davidson™ Screamin’ Eagle™/Vance & Hines drag racing team will open its title defense when the NHRA Mello Yello Pro Stock Motorcycle drag racing series opens its 2020 […]

National Ural Demo Day Postponed Stay tuned for a rescheduled date

March 15, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Due to the impact of the flu on many communities, we are postponing the National Demo Day originally slated for March 21 until further notice. We encourage using an abundance of precaution for our dealers […]

Season Postponed- Monster Energy AMA Supercross/FIM World Championship

March 14, 2020 Michael Le Pard

AMA SUPERCROSS HIT BY CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK Team Suzuki Press Office – March 13. The next five rounds of the AMA/ FIM World Supercross Championship in America have been cancelled because of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. […]

Postponed – DAYTONA 200/DAYTONA TT AMA Flat Track

March 14, 2020 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (March 13, 2020) – “American Flat Track has postponed this weekend’s race events at Daytona International Speedway, which includes Saturday’s DAYTONA 200 presented by CoMoto and the DAYTONA TT. The 79th DAYTONA 200 will […]

Canceled – Monster Energy AMA/ FIM World Supercross at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis

March 14, 2020 Michael Le Pard

WEEKEND ACTION – MARCH 14th Team Suzuki Press Office – March 13. UPDATED – Now cancelled due to COVID-19 The third weekend of March sees Suzuki in action at the 11th round of the Monster […]

Piaggio Group: Measures taken at Pontedera, Mandello del Lario, Noale and Scorzè plants

Pontedera, 12 March 2020 – The Piaggio Group (PIA.MI) took action immediately to implement the provisions laid down by the Italian government, even introducing additional sanitary precautions in order to protect the safety of its employees. […]

HUSQVARNA MOTORCYCLES AND REPLAY FORM COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIP

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce the forming of a cooperative partnership with REPLAY, the world-famous Italian premium denim brand known for its high-quality jeans. The iconic REPLAY logo will be proudly displayed on Husqvarna […]

HARLEY-DAVIDSON MAMA TRIED MOTORCYCLE SHOW & PARTY – POSTPONED

We are committed to protecting the wellbeing of our staff, attendees and the local community. In accordance with today’s guidance from Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers to avoid gatherings of more than 250 people, the Mama […]

DAYTONA TT at Daytona International Speedway to run without fans in attendance

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (March 12, 2020) – After consultation between series and track officials, American Flat Track will hold its doubleheader race event on Saturday, March 14 at Daytona International Speedway without fans in attendance. […]

Inspiration Friday: Breath-Taking 2020 Dakar Rally Images and Scenery

The legendary Dakar Rally. The world’s roughest, toughest race across the most inhospitable terrain attempted by the few, won by the brave. Total Motorcycle’s Inspiration Friday takes a look at the heroes of the 2020 […]

LUCIANO BENAVIDES JOINS ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING TEAM

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce the signing of 24-year-old Argentinian Luciano Benavides, who will compete for Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing starting with the upcoming Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge, the opening round of the […]

Indian Motorcycle and American Flat Track Renew Series Partnership for 2020

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (March 11, 2020) – After another impressive season for the three-time Manufacturer’s Champion, Indian Motorcycle and American Flat Track announced today an enhanced partnership ahead of AFT’s highly-anticipated 2020 season. Indian Motorcycle’s commitment for 2020 is […]

HUSQVARNA MOTORCYCLES’ ADDITIONAL FUEL TANK KIT

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce the availability of the Additional Fuel Tank Kit – a comprehensive and complete set of parts that enlarge fuel capacity to 25 litres when fitted to 701 Enduro machines. […]

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