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.

Rick Elzinga Ruled Out of French Grand Prix after Qualifying Race Fall

May 24, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2’s Rick Elzinga has been ruled out of the French Grand Prix in Ernée, round nine of the FIM Motocross World Championship, after fracturing his left clavicle in a fall […]

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Daniel Sanders wins 2025 South African Safari Rally

May 24, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Daniel Sanders has won the South African Safari Rally, securing his third consecutive victory in the 2025 FIM World Rally-Raid Championship. Teammate Luciano Benavides delivered a standout performance of his own, bringing his KTM […]

Silverstone new outright lap record of the British track

May 24, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Fourth place for Marc Márquez in Silverstone Practice. A direct seed to Q2 also for Francesco Bagnaia, seventh • Alex Márquez tops the timesheets with the Ducati machine of the Gresini Racing Team, setting the […]

APRILIA OPENS ITS DOORS TO MOTORCYCLE ENTHUSIASTS

May 24, 2025 Michael Le Pard

APRILIA OPENS ITS DOORS TO MOTORCYCLE ENTHUSIASTS, PLUS FAMILIES AND GROUPS OF FRIENDS, FOR A COMPLETELY FREE CELEBRATION – PACKED WITH ON-TRACK THRILLS AND LIVE ENTERTAINMENT FROM THE BIG RADIO DEEJAY STAGE TAKING CENTRE STAGE: […]

Positive Friday for Aprilia Racing at Silverstone

May 24, 2025 Michael Le Pard

MARCO BEZZECCHI FIFTH AND STRAIGHT INTO Q2, LORENZO SAVADORI CONTINUES DEVELOPMENT WORK ON RS-GP25 The opening day of practice at the Silverstone Circuit concluded with encouraging signs for Aprilia Racing and Marco Bezzecchi, who secured […]

BREAKING NEWS: KTM SECURES INVESTOR BAJAJ WITH 600 MILLION EURO INVESTMENT

May 22, 2025 Michael Le Pard

KTM is proud to announce a major milestone: after months of dedicated effort and strategic planning, the KTM AG was able to expand its relationship with its long-standing partner Bajaj and secure them as a […]

Roberts Grabs another Podium at Hare & Hound Round

May 22, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Jericho, UT Round Six May 18th, 2025 Roberts Grabs another Podium at Hare & Hound Round The Devotional National Hare and Hare was the sixth round of the season. Though Zane had a decent […]

Top Five & Top Ten Finish at the Hoosier GNCC

May 22, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Crawfordville, IN Round Seven May 18th, 2025 A Top Five & Top Ten Finish at the Hoosier GNCC The seventh round of the GNCC series was in Indiana for the Hoosier GNCC. The course […]

Pro Motocross calling for Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team

May 22, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing will enter the 2025 AMA Pro Motocross Championship with Malcolm Stewart and RJ Hampshire equipped with the Husqvarna FC 450 Factory Edition, aiming to make their mark in the 450MX […]

Contract between Aprilia Racing and Jorge Martín is Valid Aprilia States

May 22, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Press release Aprilia Racing The contract between Aprilia Racing and Jorge Martín is valid and in effect, and as such, it must be respected by both parties until its expiration (end of 2026). Aprilia Racing […]

Honda reaches 500 million unit milestone in cumulative global motorcycle production

May 22, 2025 Michael Le Pard

First motorcycle model was produced in 1949 Activa follows Super Cub (100 millionth) and Gold Wing (300 millionth) as latest motorcycle produced to hit major milestone First motorcycle factory outside of Japan opened in Belgium […]

ROYAL ENFIELD AND THE GREAT FROG LONDON UNVEIL ONE-OF-A-KIND COLLABORATION

May 22, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Showcases a custom-inspired Brit chopper, limited edition handcrafted Silver ring and an exclusive apparel line To be unveiled at Bike Shed London, the collaboration celebrates a shared legacy of craftsmanship, counterculture, and timeless design London […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

Rick Elzinga Ruled Out of French Grand Prix after Qualifying Race Fall

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Daniel Sanders wins 2025 South African Safari Rally

Silverstone new outright lap record of the British track

APRILIA OPENS ITS DOORS TO MOTORCYCLE ENTHUSIASTS

Positive Friday for Aprilia Racing at Silverstone

BREAKING NEWS: KTM SECURES INVESTOR BAJAJ WITH 600 MILLION EURO INVESTMENT

Roberts Grabs another Podium at Hare & Hound Round

Top Five & Top Ten Finish at the Hoosier GNCC

Pro Motocross calling for Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team

Contract between Aprilia Racing and Jorge Martín is Valid Aprilia States

Honda reaches 500 million unit milestone in cumulative global motorcycle production

ROYAL ENFIELD AND THE GREAT FROG LONDON UNVEIL ONE-OF-A-KIND COLLABORATION

TRIUMPH FACTORY RACING STORMS INTO 2025 PRO MOTOCROSS

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP & MX2 Riders Fired Up for French Grand Prix

RED BULL KTM FACTORY RACING READY TO RACE ENTERING AMA PRO MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP

2026 MV Agusta Superveloce 1000 AGO: Admired & Respected Greatness