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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.

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2019 DAYTONA TT Circuit to Utilize Tri-Oval Asphalt and Make History

Feb 6, 2019 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (February 5, 2019) – On March 14, 2019 at legendary Daytona International Speedway (DIS), American Flat Track will host what will arguably be the most unique and anticipated professional flat track race in […]

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Petronas Yamaha SRT ready to Relaunch 2019 Preseason at Home Track

Feb 5, 2019 Michael Le Pard

After initial tests at Valencia and Jerez last year, Franco Morbidelli and Fabio Quartararo will kick off the first session of 2019 at the Sepang International Circuit tomorrow. It will be home territory for the […]

2019 American Flat Track Schedule

2019 American Flat Track Schedule

Feb 5, 2019 Michael Le Pard

American Flat Track 101. American Flat Track is America’s original extreme sport as well as the guardian of the Grand National Championship series, formally established in 1954 but with roots reaching back to the original […]

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Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Turn Their ‘Beast Mode On’ In Indonesia

Feb 4, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team unveiled its 2019 colour scheme and structure today at the Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta, Indonesia, causing great excitement. The launch event’s theme “Beast Mode On” echoes the new title […]

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Yamaha’s Daymond Martens Finishes Runner–Up At 2019 Enduropale Du Touquet Beach Race

Feb 4, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Enjoying solid performances at the 44th edition of the Enduropale Du Touquet Beach Race, Yamaha mounted Daymond Martens and Adrien Van Beveren finished second and fourth respectively at France’s iconic annual beach race. Further strengthening […]

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PROGRESS FOR HAARUP AT ROUND TWO OF INTERNAZIONALI D’ITALIA MX

Feb 3, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Taking place at the sandy Ottobiano track, round two of the 2019 Internazionali d’ Italia MX series saw Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider Mikkel Haarup put in two strong moto performances to claim seventh […]

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TEAM SUZUKI ECSTAR READY WITH NEW YOUNG LINE-UP

Feb 3, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – February 3. With the winter nearly over, Team SUZUKI ECSTAR is heading to Malaysia for the first test of 2019, with the debut of the final version of the livery […]

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Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Racing Team Make Progress in San Diego

Feb 3, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Racing Team’s Aaron Plessinger continues to make progress in his rookie season with another top-10 finish at round five of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship at PETCO Park. His veteran […]

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Nichols and Ferrandis Battle Tough Conditions to Take Top-10 Finish in San Diego

Feb 3, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Weather wreaked havoc at round five of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross season at Petco Park, but in spite of the challenging conditions the Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing team’s Dylan Ferrandis and Colt Nichols […]

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ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING’S MICHAEL MOSIMAN BATTLES THROUGH ADVERSE CONDITIONS AT SAN DIEGO SX

Feb 3, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Coming off a career-best finish one week ago, Michael Mosiman and the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team took on an extremely wet and muddy Round 5 of the 2019 AMA Supercross World Championship series […]

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BMW Motorrad of North America Reports January 2019 Canada Sales

Feb 2, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Richmond Hill, ON. BMW Group Canada (BMW and MINI brands combined) reported sales of 2,352 vehicles for the month of January. This result represents a decrease of -12% compared to 2018. BMW. The BMW […]

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Indian Motorcycle Special Offers for Winter 2019

Feb 2, 2019 Michael Le Pard

SPECIAL OFFERS 2018 THUNDERSTROKE 111 FINANCING OR TRADE-IN Financing: Ride Free Until Summer* OR 2.99% APR for 60 months** OR Trade-in Credit up to $2,000: Cruiser: $1,000 Trade-in Credit Chieftain: $1,500 […]

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BMW Motorrad of North America Reports January 2019 USA Sales

Feb 2, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Woodcliff Lake, NJ – February 1, 2019… Sales of BMW brand vehicles decreased 4.8 percent in January 2019 for a total of 18,102 compared to 19,016 vehicles sold in January 2018. Top performers for the […]

Rider Inspiration Friday: Motorcycle fascination at Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2019

Rider Inspiration Friday: Motorcycle fascination at Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2019

Feb 1, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The most beautiful motorcycle classics will once again attract two-wheeler fans from all over the world to Cernobbio in Northern Italy between 24th and 26th May 2019. Once again, a unique collection of elite rare […]

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Destination of the BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2020 revealed: Kia Ora New Zealand!

Feb 1, 2019 Michael Le Pard

“Destination Paradise” is the motto of the seventh edition of the BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy which will commence in early 2020. Last night at 7pm (CET) BMW Motorrad revealed that the next Int. GS […]

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