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  • [ Nov 22, 2025 ] Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing SMX team on target for 2026 News
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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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Next stop Sachsenring for the Ducati Team

Jul 4, 2019 Michael Le Pard
Just a few days after the Dutch GP – ended with Andrea Dovizioso and Petrucci respectively fourth and sixth on the finish line, separated by only half a second – the Ducati Team is ready […]
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The second half of WorldSBK gets underway for the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati

Jul 4, 2019 Michael Le Pard
The Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team goes back to its roots this weekend at the Donington Park circuit in Britain, where the Superbike World Championship for production-based machinery first got underway 32 years ago. After […]
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SINUOUS SACHSENRING AWAITS RINS AND MIR

Jul 3, 2019 Michael Le Pard
Team Suzuki Press Office – July 3.  There’s no time to take a breather or relax for Team SUZUKI ECSTAR, as they are already travelling towards Germany for Round 9 of the MotoGP World Championship […]
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Hot Battle Between Yamaha’s MXGP Stars Will Continue in Indonesia

Jul 3, 2019 Michael Le Pard
Only 1-point separates Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s Jeremy Seewer and Monster Energy Wilvo Yamaha MXGP’s duo of Arnaud Tonus and Gautier Paulin in the battle for third in the MXGP Championship Standings. All three […]
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ANDREW SHORT ALL SET FOR 2019 SILK WAY RALLY

Jul 3, 2019 Michael Le Pard
Andrew Short will soon arrive in Russia to race the 2019 Silk Way Rally – a 10-day event that also includes stages in Mongolia before finishing in China on July 16. Andrew’s Rockstar Energy Husqvarna […]
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Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Eager to Get Going in Germany

Jul 3, 2019 Michael Le Pard
The Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP team secured a brilliant win in Assen last Sunday but have little time to celebrate as they make their way to the next stage of the 2019 MotoGP World Championship, […]
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On tour with winners, record holders and anniversary legends

Jul 3, 2019 Michael Le Pard
Munich. On the first July weekend this year, BMW Group Classic is at several events in Germany and abroad with victorious vehicles from the motor-sport history of BMW and BMW Motorrad. Moreover, legends on two and […]
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INDIAN MOTORCYCLE FTR750 TOP SIX FINISH AT LIMA HALF-MILE

Jul 2, 2019 Michael Le Pard
Indian Wrecking Crew Rider Jared Mees Wins Third Race of Season Aboard FTR750; Indian Privateers Jeffrey Carver Jr. & Henry Wiles Finish Second & Third. LIMA, OH. (JUNE 29, 2019) – Indian Motorcycle Racing, presented […]
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Lowes and Van Der Mark Targets Racing Return at Donington Park

Jul 2, 2019 Michael Le Pard
Pata Yamaha WorldSBK rider, Alex Lowes, heads into his home race at Donington Park this weekend determined to repeat the potential that saw him challenge for the win last time out in Misano. Michael van […]
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NOREN TAKES 5-7 IN DEBUT RIDE FOR SUZUKI AT WICK MX

Jul 2, 2019 Michael Le Pard
Team Suzuki Press Office – July 1. Fredrik Noren – 450 Class – 5-7 for 7th Place. Alex Martin – 250 Class – 10-5 for 6th Place. Kyle Peters – 250 Class – 16-35 for […]
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Happy 4th of July – Happy Canada Day – Motorcycle Events List

Jul 1, 2019 Michael Le Pard
Happy 4th of July – Happy Canada Day to all our American and Canadian readers! Great summer riding is here and it is the BEST time of year to celebrate and socialize with your fellow […]
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Success for the BMW S 1000 RR in numerous championships

Jul 1, 2019 Michael Le Pard
British Superbike Championship: Another Superstock win for Taylor Mackenzie. Knockhill (GBR) hosted round five of this season’s British Superbike Championship (BSB) at the weekend. In the first Superbike race (BSB SBK), BMW S 1000 RR […]
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SUPERSTOCK WIN AND TOP-6 FOR BUILDBASE SUZUKI

Jul 1, 2019 Michael Le Pard
Team Suzuki Press Office – June 30. Richard Cooper – SST Class – 1- 2 Bradley Ray – BSB Class – 6 – DNF Luke Stapleford – BSB Class – 9 – DNS • Cooper […]
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Vinales Aces Assen in Hard-Fought Race

Jul 1, 2019 Michael Le Pard
It was a day of mixed emotions for the Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team at the TT Circuit Assen today. Maverick Viñales delivered a strong race performance at the Motul TT Assen round, riding his […]
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MIR TAKES 8TH IN ASSEN WHILE AN UNLUCKY RINS GOES DOWN

Jul 1, 2019 Michael Le Pard
Team Suzuki Press Office – June 30. Joan Mir: 8th (+ 24.268) Alex Rins: DNF • Joan Mir has another solid points score as he takes 8th. • Alex Rins runs at the front until […]

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