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.

Grand Prix of Indonesia closes Ducati Lenovo Team with crash and contact

Oct 5, 2025 Michael Le Pard

• Maiden MotoGP win for Fermín Aldeguer with the Ducati machine of the Gresini Racing Team • Alex Márquez, third at the flag, clinches the Best Independent Rider title with the Desmosedici GP of the […]

Positive debut for the Desmo450 MX at the 2025 Motocross of Nations

Oct 5, 2025 Michael Le Pard

• Positive debut for the Desmo450 MX at the 2025 Motocross of Nations The 78th Motocross of Nations is taking place this weekend at the Ironman circuit in Indiana, where Ducati’s debuting the Desmo450 MX […]

Lombok track temperatures exceeding 60 °C and circuit’s lap records rewrote

Oct 4, 2025 Michael Le Pard

In Lombok, with track temperatures exceeding 60 °C, the Brazilian and the Spaniard rewrote the circuit’s lap records by taking advantage of the E0125 development rear in Moto2™ and the standard SC1 rear in Moto3™. · Diogo […]

Top ten for Binder after sweltering Indonesia MotoGP Sprint

Oct 4, 2025 Michael Le Pard

MotoGP sizzled around the curves of the Mandalika International Circuit for the second of back-to-back events on the 2025 calendar. Brad Binder rode through the Indonesian heat for the eighteenth Sprint of the season and […]

Marco Bezzecchi and Aprilia Racing unstoppable at Mandalika

Oct 4, 2025 Michael Le Pard

ITALIAN RIDER CLAIMS A SPECTACULAR SPRINT WIN WITH A BRILLIANT LAST-LAP OVERTAKE. THIRD PLACE FOR RAÚL FERNÁNDEZ OF TRACKHOUSE MOTOGP TEAM An outstanding Saturday for Aprilia Racing at the Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit. Marco Bezzecchi […]

The Ducati Lenovo Team clinches Team Title and Triple Crown

Oct 4, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Third Triple Crown for Ducati, after the ones secured in 2007 and 2022 Podium for Fermín Aldeguer, second with the Desmosedici GP of the Gresini Racing Team The Ducati Lenovo Team has clinched the Teams’ […]

Revs up: KTM Factory Racing fires future MotoGP engine to life

Oct 3, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Almost ten years on from Red Bull KTM’s first steps into the highly competitive world of MotoGP, the company marked another milestone. The initial dyno runs for the 2027 850cc engine concept recently took place […]

Day one at Mandalika Circuit for the Ducati Lenovo Team

Oct 3, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The Ducati Lenovo Team has tackled the opening day of practice for the Grand Prix of Indonesia at the Mandalika Circuit. Marc Márquez finished Practice in eleventh place, while Francesco Bagnaia wrapped up the afternoon […]

Very positive start for Aprilia Racing at Mandalika

Oct 3, 2025 Michael Le Pard

TWO RS-GP25s STRAIGHT INTO Q2: MARCO BEZZECCHI LEADS PRACTICE, RAÚL FERNÁNDEZ OF TRACKHOUSE MOTOGP TEAM, FIFTH Aprilia Racing made a very positive start on the first day of practice at the Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit. […]

Roberts Rules Ridgecrest and Claims his Fourth Series Win

Oct 3, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Liqui Moly Beta Factory Rider Zane Roberts kept his championship hopes alive with a hard-fought victory at round eight of the National Hare & Hound National Series. The Desert Racer Classic saw Roberts hold off […]

BMW Group Canada reports Q3 2025 sales results

Oct 3, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The two-wheeled brand secured a best-ever August and best-ever September in Q3 2025, contributing to BMW Motorrad’s best third quarter on record. Thousands of fans were invited to experience BMW Motorrad models in the […]

Yamaha Motor Europe Wishes Rick Elzinga the Best Ahead of New Chapter

Oct 3, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Motor Europe extends its heartfelt appreciation to Rick Elzinga as his journey with the Yamaha family concludes following the 2025 FIM Motocross World Championship season. With his contract reaching its natural end, the […]

The Ducati Lenovo Team says last 72 hours have been simply incredible

Oct 3, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Less than 72 hours after clinching the title at Motegi, it’s already time to face Round 18 of the 2025 MotoGP season in Indonesia. Ducati and Marc Márquez are already the manufacturers’ and riders’ World […]

HARLEY-DAVIDSON WINS THIRD KING OF THE BAGGERS VICTORY AT NEW JERSEY

Sep 30, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Harley-Davidson® x Dynojet Factory Race Team Rider Kyle Wyman Closes Championship Season with 70-Point Lead MILWAUKEE (September 29, 2025) – RevZilla/Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson rider Hayden Gillim rode a race-prepared Harley-Davidson® Road Glide® motorcycle […]

BMW Motorrad Motorsport team for 2026 FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) complete

Sep 30, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Munich. The factory duo for BMW Motorrad Motorsport in the 2026 FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) is complete. After signing Italian rider Danilo Petrucci, his teammate for the 2026 season has now also been confirmed: it […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

Grand Prix of Indonesia closes Ducati Lenovo Team with crash and contact

Positive debut for the Desmo450 MX at the 2025 Motocross of Nations

Lombok track temperatures exceeding 60 °C and circuit’s lap records rewrote

Top ten for Binder after sweltering Indonesia MotoGP Sprint

Marco Bezzecchi and Aprilia Racing unstoppable at Mandalika

The Ducati Lenovo Team clinches Team Title and Triple Crown

Revs up: KTM Factory Racing fires future MotoGP engine to life

Day one at Mandalika Circuit for the Ducati Lenovo Team

Very positive start for Aprilia Racing at Mandalika

Roberts Rules Ridgecrest and Claims his Fourth Series Win

BMW Group Canada reports Q3 2025 sales results

Yamaha Motor Europe Wishes Rick Elzinga the Best Ahead of New Chapter

The Ducati Lenovo Team says last 72 hours have been simply incredible

HARLEY-DAVIDSON WINS THIRD KING OF THE BAGGERS VICTORY AT NEW JERSEY

BMW Motorrad Motorsport team for 2026 FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) complete

2026 KTM Duke Motorcycles: Add a Dose of Excitement to Your Life!

2026 Harley-Davidson Liberty Editions: 250 years of USA Freedom!

2026 Triumph: Happy Days Affordable Motorcycles Are Back Again!

KTM is Back Again With Huge 2026 Motorcycle Model Release!