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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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David Johnson takes sensational Superstock podium in packed TT day

Jun 7, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Honda Racing’s David Johnson took his first Isle of Man TT podium in sensational fashion in today’s Superstock race, getting the better of Michael Dunlop by just 0.2seconds. With the weather finally giving an uninterrupted […]

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New BMW S1000RR world tour: BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team visits Jerez de la Frontera

Jun 6, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Munich. The new BMW S 1000 RR’s world tour in the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) enters the next phase. This weekend (7th to 9thJune), the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team and its riders Tom Sykes (GBR) […]

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Honda Endurance Racing targeting success at the 8 Hours of Oschersleben

Jun 6, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The Honda Endurance Racing team is heading to Germany for the fourth round of the 2018/2019 FIM Endurance World Championship, the 8 Hours of Oschersleben. Randy de Puniet, Sébastien Gimbert and Yonny Hernandez are […]

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Ducati team SBK World Championship – Spain Jerez de la Frontera

Jun 6, 2019 Michael Le Pard

After the last rounds at Assen and Imola, where only two of the three Superbike races on the schedule were held because of the appalling weather conditions, World SBK is back in action this weekend […]

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Confidence High as Yamaha Riders Head to Jerez

Jun 5, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Pata Yamaha WorldSBK riders, Michael van der Mark and Alex Lowes, head into Round 6 of the FIM Superbike World Championship in Jerez this weekend with their sights set firmly on the podium, following a […]

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JGRMX YOSHIMURA SUZUKI TOP-10 AT THUNDER VALLEY MX

Jun 5, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – June 4. Alex Martin – 250 Class – 12-9 for 12th Justin Hill – 450 Class – 12-11 for 12th Kyle Peters – 250 Class – 18-20 for 20th JGRMX/ […]

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Anticipation Builds as Yamaha Riders Head to Russia

Jun 5, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s duo of Romain Febvre and Jeremy Seewer, and Monster Energy Wilvo Yamaha MXGP’s Arnaud Tonus and Gautier Paulin are excited to head to fast, hilly and hard-packed venue of Orlyonok, […]

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2020 Yamaha ATV Model Line Introduced

Jun 5, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Work, leisure, sport. And more. More than any other manufacturer, Yamaha is committed to offering every customer the widest choice of quality ATVs that are designed to excel in every situation. From the rugged and […]

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INDIAN WRECKING CREW TAKES 1-2 AT INDIAN MOTORCYCLE OF LEXINGTON RED MILE

Jun 4, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Wrecking Crew Continues Sheer Power as Jared Mees Maintains Prefect Record in Lexington & Briar Bauman Upholds Perfect Podium Streak With Second-Place Finish LEXINGTON, KY. (JUNE 3, 2019) – Indian Motorcycle Racing, presented by Progressive […]

Harley-Davidson Teams with The Rolling Stones

Harley-Davidson Teams with The Rolling Stones

Jun 4, 2019 Michael Le Pard

MILWAUKEE (June. 3, 2019) Harley-Davidson and Bravado, Universal Music Group’s merchandise and brand management company, are pleased to announce the launch of a special collection in collaboration with the iconic rock band, The Rolling Stones. […]

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Yamaha Motor Europe Extends Contract with MJC Yamaha EMX125 through 2021

Jun 4, 2019 Michael Le Pard

It is with great pleasure that Yamaha Motor Europe N.V confirms an extension of contract with the MJC Yamaha EMX125 Team through 2021. Yamaha has formed a special bond with the MJC Yamaha EMX125 outfit […]

HOLLYWOOD STAR EWAN MCGREGOR IS THE AMBASSADOR FOR THE MOTO GUZZI V85TT

HOLLYWOOD STAR EWAN MCGREGOR IS THE AMBASSADOR FOR THE MOTO GUZZI V85TT

Jun 4, 2019 Michael Le Pard

HE HOLLYWOOD STAR IS THE AMBASSADOR FOR THE V85TT, THE MOTO GUZZI ALL-TERRAIN TAKEN IN IS MOLAS, IN THE BEAUTIFUL SETTING OF SOUTHERN SARDINIA, SHOTS OF THE NEW ADVERTISING CAMPAIGN Mandello del Lario – Ewan McGregor is back […]

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YOSHIMURA SUZUKI 1-1 VICTORY AT ROAD AMERICA SUPERBIKES

Jun 4, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – June 3. Josh Herrin – GSX-R1000 – 4 -1 Toni Elias – GSX-R1000 – 1 – DNF Yoshimura Suzuki Factory Racing dominated the MotoAmerica Superbike fourth round at the scenic […]

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Isle of Man TT Superbike and Supersport action for Ian Hutchinson and David Johnson

Jun 4, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Following a disrupted schedule due to weather conditions, racing finally got underway today at the 2019 Isle of Man TT races across the 37.73-mile Mountain Circuit, which saw Ian Hutchinson and David Johnson take part […]

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Cameron Beaubier Closes Points Gap in MotoAmerica Superbike Championship at Road America

Jun 4, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Cameron Beaubier scored a pair of seconds this weekend at Road America to help close the points gap on the MotoAmerica Superbike Championship leader to just nine points. His teammate Garrett Gerloff crossed the line […]

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