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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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Bulega wins with new rear SCX in Cremona

May 3, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The Ducati rider won Race1 of the Italian Round, relying on the SC1 front and new E0126 supersoft specification. Manzi succeeds in WorldSSP · Nicolò Bulega (Ducati) was protagonist of the first day of races in the […]

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Superb win for Bulega who battles for 10 laps before breaking away

May 3, 2025 Michael Le Pard

On the first Italian Saturday of the 2025 WorldSBK season, the Italian flag flies on the top step of the podium, with Nicolò Bulega triumphing aboard the Ducati Panigale V4R of the Aruba.it Racing—Ducati team. […]

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Öncü narrowly misses out on third successive pole Manzi on the front row in Cremona

May 3, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Can Öncü narrowly missed out on a third consecutive pole position in the Supersport World Championship as Round 4 of the 2025 season got underway at Cremona. The Yamaha BLU CRU Evan Bros Racing rider […]

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Locatelli Looks for Podium Pace at Home Race after Promising Friday Free Practice

May 3, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Pata Maxus Yamaha’s Andrea Locatelli and Jonathan Rea got to work during Friday Free Practice as Round 4 of the 2025 FIM Superbike World Championship got underway at Cremona Circuit in Italy today. For Yamaha’s […]

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GYTR GRT Yamaha Targets Strong Race Results on Opening Day at Cremona

May 3, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team kicked off Round 4 of the 2025 WorldSBK season at Italy’s Cremona Circuit – a special event for the squad as it marks their home race. Free Practice 1 […]

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Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP & MX2 Teams Primed for Portuguese Grand Prix

May 3, 2025 Michael Le Pard

After a brief break, the Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP and MX2 teams are revved up and ready to tackle the seventh round of the FIM Motocross World Championship in Agueda, Portugal, this weekend. […]

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Maxime Renaux Cleared to Race at MXGP of Portugal

May 3, 2025 Michael Le Pard

After a thorough medical evaluation and impressive progress in his recovery, Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s Maxime Renaux has been officially cleared to compete in the MXGP of Portugal this weekend. Initially taking a […]

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Fighting Gardner Takes Strong Sixth in Cremona Race 1

May 3, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Remy Gardner continued his strong recent form in an exciting opening race to Round 4 of the 2025 FIM Superbike World Championship in Cremona, fighting for fourth position throughout to eventually cross the line sixth. […]

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Pata Maxus Yamaha Potential Unrewarded on Saturday in Cremona

May 3, 2025 Michael Le Pard

It was a disappointing day for Andrea Locatelli and Pata Maxus Yamaha as the home hero’s podium-fighting potential went unrewarded in WorldSBK Race 1 at Cremona Circuit today. Eager to carry momentum from his premier […]

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Home Victory Extends Championship Lead for Manzi

May 3, 2025 Michael Le Pard

After five consecutive second place finishes, Stefano Manzi (Pata Yamaha Ten Kate Racing) returned to the top step of the podium in emphatic style with victory at home in Race 1 of the fourth […]

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MV AGUSTA EXTENDS WARRANTY TO 5 YEARS IN 2025

Apr 30, 2025 Michael Le Pard

MV Agusta is introducing a 5-year factory warranty for the Enduro Veloce, F3 Competizione models, and the entire Ottantesimo Collection. In addition, for all customers who purchased the Enduro Veloce and the LXP Orioli in […]

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Round 5 AMA NGPC Series at Fox Raceway in Pala California

Apr 30, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Pala, CA Round Five April 27, 2025 DeMartile Charges to Second at Fox Raceway Round 5 of the AMA NGPC Series took place at Fox Raceway in Pala, California. Despite light rain leading into the […]

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Supercross Returns to Pittsburgh After 40 Year Hiatus

Apr 30, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Pittsburgh, PA Round Fifteen April 26, 2025 Supercross Returns to Pittsburgh After 40 Year Hiatus The SMX World Championship™ Series and Monster Energy AMA Supercross made a historic return to Steel City—the home of the […]

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KUSTOM & CLASSIC: Cars Debuts at 39th Biker Fest

Apr 30, 2025 Michael Le Pard

As part of the Biker Fest in Lignano Sabbiadoro (May 15–18), the first edition of a brand-new car meet will take place, open to all vehicles manufactured up to 1999 Biker Fest International in Lignano Sabbiadoro (UD) is […]

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GYTR GRT Yamaha Eager to Shine at Home Round in Cremona

Apr 30, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Remy Gardner and Dominique Aegerter will return to action at the Cremona Circuit, Italy, for Round 4 of the 2025 FIM Superbike World Championship this weekend. After a strong performance at Assen, where Gardner secured […]

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