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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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SUZUKI PUTS ON SPECIAL PROMOTION AT MOTEGI

Oct 24, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 24. Suzuki held a special promotional event during the weekend’s Motegi MotoGP race in Japan, which proved a big hit with the fans. The GSX-RR MotoGP machine ridden by […]

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ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING OFF ROAD’S COLTON HAAKER DOMINATES DENVER ENDUROCROSS

Oct 23, 2018 Michael Le Pard

HAAKER EXTENDS LEAD IN CHAMPIONSHIP Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Off-Road’s Colton Haaker completely dominated on Saturday at the Denver EnduroCross, the fourth round of the 2018 EnduroCross Series, held at the National Western Events […]

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Triple M Honda World Superbike Team withdraws from Qatar WorldSBK round

Oct 23, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Triple M Honda World Superbike Team will not participate in the WorldSBK season finale in Qatar this weekend due to an injury to rider Florian Marino. Marino suffered fractures in his left leg following […]

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Seewer Set for Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP Debut in SUGO, Japan

Oct 23, 2018 Michael Le Pard

After successfully transitioning from MX2 into the premier class, MXGP, where he completed his first full term onboard a YZ450F, Jeremy Seewer has been drafted into the Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP Team for 2019 […]

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Piaggio Group sales up 4% YoY: 30 September 2018 report

Oct 23, 2018 Michael Le Pard

At 30 September 20181, the Piaggio Group reported an improvement in performance from the year-earlier period, with progress on all the main earnings indicators, higher capital expenditure and a reduction in debt. Consolidated net sales […]

2019 Kawasaki Motorcycle Model Guides – Update 3

2019 Kawasaki Motorcycle Model Guides – Update 3

Oct 22, 2018 Michael Le Pard

UNRIVALED PERFORMANCE. With 57 new Kawasaki’s and another 35 added since update 2, our 2019 Kawasaki Motorcycle Model Guides dominate the competition. You won’t find a better guide out there to see the latest revised […]

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Pata Yamaha Aiming High for Qatar Season Finale

Oct 22, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Pata Yamaha Official WorldSBK Team head into the final round of the 2018 FIM World Superbike Championship in Qatar this weekend determined to end the season on a high under the floodlights of the […]

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ALEX RINS BRINGS SUZUKI A HOME PODIUM IN JAPAN

Oct 22, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 21. Alex Rins: 3rd (+ 1.720) Sylvain Guintoli: 21st (+ 1:01.848) Andrea Iannone: DNF • Rins works well to secure an excellent 3rd place finish. • Iannone quick and […]

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MARTENS WINS FRENCH BEACH RACE SERIES OPENER

Oct 22, 2018 Michael Le Pard

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING’S BEACH RACING SPECIALIST YENTEL MARTENS TOPS THE PODIUM IN BERCK-SUR-MER Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Yentel Martens was the rider to beat at the opening round of the 2018/19 French […]

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Successful title defence: BMW racer Carmelo Morales crowned champion again in Spain.

Oct 22, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Jerez de la Frontera. Celebrations for the Graphenano EasyRaceSBK Team: Carmelo Morales (ESP) has successfully defended his titlein the Spanish Championship (RFME CEV). Morales was crowned championfor the second time in a row on his […]

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Honda partners with Q Awards

Oct 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

As the official motorcycle sponsor of the 2018 Q Awards, Honda displayed an array of motorcycles befitting of the exclusive event, hosted at the London Roundhouse. In its support of the music industry awards ceremony, […]

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MATHEW EXTENDS LEAD WITH DOUBLE WIN IN COIMBATORE

Oct 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 18. Defending Gixxer Cup Champion Joseph Mathew starred in a thrilling weekend of racing at the Kari Motor Speedway and won the third round of the 2018 Suzuki Gixxer […]

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SDM Corse Yamaha Official EMX250 Announce Exciting New Line-Up for 2019

Oct 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The SDM Corse Yamaha Official EMX250 Team – formerly titled ‘ASTES4-TESAR Yamaha Official EMX250’ – will enter the 2019 EMX250 Championship with a fresh and exciting new line-up. The team is thrilled to announce the […]

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MIXED CONDITIONS BUT A USEFUL DAY 1 IN MOTEGI

Oct 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 19 Andrea Iannone: 6th – 1:46.030 (+ 0.672) Alex Rins: 19th – 1:47.187 (+ 1.829) Sylvain Guintoli: 21st – 1:47.537 (+ 2.179) • Andrea Iannone showing good pace in […]

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Zarco and Syahrin Kick Off Japan Grand Prix in Strong Form

Oct 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Monster Yamaha Tech3 rider Johann Zarco initiated Friday in Motegi with a stunning third fastest time, after getting up to speed quickly this morning. In mixed conditions during FP2 the fast Frenchman was leading away […]

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