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.

Passion, Community and Support – TMW Community Forums

Dec 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

There are so many great works I could use to describe our TMW motorcycle forums, but words cannot really describe the great our forum members are. Dedication, passion, community, support, selflessness, helpfulness and kindness can’t […]

41st Annual Colorado Motorcycle Expo – February 2-3, 2019

Dec 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

CME Feb 2-3, 2019. Don’t Miss It! Be sure to mark your calendars for the 41st Annual Colorado Motorcycle Expo Feb. 2-3, 2019 at the National Western Complex. We’ve got the country’s Largest Indoor Motorcycle Swap Meet with nearly 800 […]

Get Ready to conquer the track on the YZF-R1 GYTR ’20th Anniversary’

Dec 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The hyper exclusive 2019 YZF-R1 GYTR ’20th Anniversary’ is ready to order now! Sporting the same livery used by the Yamaha Factory Racing Team for their record breaking fourth consecutive Suzuka 8 Hours victory, this […]

HUSQVARNA MOTORCYCLES UNVEIL THE 2019 FC 450 ROCKSTAR EDITION

Dec 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

BUILT TO PERFORM AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL, THE ALL-NEW MACHINE ENSURES CLASS LEADING PERFORMANCE AND A TRUE FACTORY LOOK Husqvarna Motorcycles are proud to launch the FC 450 ROCKSTAR EDITION model year 2019, a thrilling […]

EXCITING ACTION AT NEW ZEALAND GIXXER CUP

Dec 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – December 18. The fledgling New Zealand GIXXER Cup competition is gathering pace and increasing momentum, with several claims now that it is already achieving more than it did during its […]

PIAGGIO GROUP: NEW PRODUCTION FACILITY OF THE SUBSIDIARY PFF IN BOSTON FOR ROBOTICS FOR URBAN MOBILITY

Dec 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Positive appreciation for the venture by Massachusetts local authorities Boston, Massachusetts (USA) – Piaggio Fast Forward (PFF) – a subsidiary of Piaggio Group and the creator of the revolutionary mobile carrying device Gita® – announced […]

The Motorcycle Show Calgary. RIDE NOT TO ESCAPE LIFE, BUT SO LIFE DOESN’T ESCAPE YOU

Dec 17, 2018 Michael Le Pard

CALGARY, AB (December 17, 2018) – The Motorcycle Show – Calgary, presented by Dalton Timmis Insurance takes place January 4-6 at the BMO Centre, Stampede Park. This is your chance to see the new models […]

SUZUKI’S MITSUO ITO INDUCTED INTO JAPAN’S 1ST MFJ HALL OF FAME

Dec 17, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – December 17. Mitsuo Ito, who participated in motorcycle racing as an employee rider of the Suzuki Motor Corporation, has been inducted into the 1st Motorcycle Federation of Japan (MFJ) Motorcycle […]

MOIR CLOSES-IN ON NEW ZEALAND F1 TITLE

Dec 17, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – December 17. Scott Moir – GSX-R1000 – 4-2 – 2nd overall Suzuki’s defending F1 Champion Scott Moir has moved into contention to lift this year’s Suzuki Tri-Series Championship after finishing […]

BMW Art & Culture announces the launch of its ninth call for applications for the BMW Residency at GOBELINS, School of Visual Arts

Dec 17, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Paris – Every year since 2011, BMW Art & Culture has given an artist the opportunity to produce a photography project in a three-month residency. The project is undertaken at the GOBELINS School of Visual […]

BMW Motorsport News – Issue 40/2018

Dec 17, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Whether in the DTM, the FIA World Endurance Championship, the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, the ABB FIA Formula E Championship or countless other championships: Week after week BMW teams and drivers around the world do […]

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New leadership for BMW Brand Management

Dec 17, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Munich. From 1 January 2019, Jens Thiemer will be the new head of BMW Brand Management. Following his degree in business studies, Thiemer (46) has gained many years of experience in automotive brand management and […]

INDIA SUPERBIKE FESTIVAL, PUNE CONCLUDES SUCCESFULLY OVER AN EXCITING 3 DAY EVENT

Dec 13, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Pune, 13th Dec 2018: India Superbike Festival, India’s original motorcycling festival introduced bikers to the concept of congregating together to display their passion and possession. ISF focused on appealing to the elite automotive enthusiasts, who love […]

2019 Motorcycle Show Highlights- Calgary

Dec 13, 2018 Michael Le Pard

CALGARY, AB (December 13, 2018) – The Motorcycle Show – Calgary presented by Dalton Timmis Insurance is the place where all the major manufacturers will debut their new 2019 models. The show takes place January […]

NEW ZEALAND GIXXER CUP KICKS OFF AT TAUPO

Dec 13, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – December 12. The fledgling New Zealand GIXXER Cup class of motorcycle road-racing picked up at the weekend where it left off in its inaugural season last year, heralding the start […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

Passion, Community and Support – TMW Community Forums

41st Annual Colorado Motorcycle Expo – February 2-3, 2019

Get Ready to conquer the track on the YZF-R1 GYTR ’20th Anniversary’

HUSQVARNA MOTORCYCLES UNVEIL THE 2019 FC 450 ROCKSTAR EDITION

EXCITING ACTION AT NEW ZEALAND GIXXER CUP

PIAGGIO GROUP: NEW PRODUCTION FACILITY OF THE SUBSIDIARY PFF IN BOSTON FOR ROBOTICS FOR URBAN MOBILITY

The Motorcycle Show Calgary. RIDE NOT TO ESCAPE LIFE, BUT SO LIFE DOESN’T ESCAPE YOU

SUZUKI’S MITSUO ITO INDUCTED INTO JAPAN’S 1ST MFJ HALL OF FAME

MOIR CLOSES-IN ON NEW ZEALAND F1 TITLE

BMW Art & Culture announces the launch of its ninth call for applications for the BMW Residency at GOBELINS, School of Visual Arts

BMW Motorsport News – Issue 40/2018

New leadership for BMW Brand Management

INDIA SUPERBIKE FESTIVAL, PUNE CONCLUDES SUCCESFULLY OVER AN EXCITING 3 DAY EVENT

2019 Motorcycle Show Highlights- Calgary

NEW ZEALAND GIXXER CUP KICKS OFF AT TAUPO

Early Gift: 2026 Harley-Davidson Motorcycles & Veterans Day

Should This New Bike Exist? 2026 Ducati Monster+

New 2026 Honda Icons Return + More Tariffs + USMCA Dead?

New 2026 Ducati & Yamaha Rally Motorcycles Deliver Adventure!

New 2026 Can-Am Motorcycles: Get Charged Up!