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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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Red Bull Honda World Superbike Team claim another double points haul at Misano

Jul 9, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Red Bull Honda World Superbike Team secured another double point scoring result in Race 2 at Misano today, as Leon Camier took tenth place with Jake Gagne back in fourteenth position in what was […]

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THOMAS COVINGTON FIFTH OVERALL AT THE GP OF ASIA

Jul 9, 2018 Michael Le Pard

With the Semarang track hosting round 13 of the 2018 FIM Motocross World Championship, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider Thomas Covington has secured a strong fifth overall in the MX2 category. Battling through an […]

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ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING’S PHIL NICOLETTI IMPRESSES WITH A FIFTH AT HISTORIC REDBUD NATIONAL

Jul 9, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team went to battle at the historic RedBud National, the seventh round of the AMA Pro Motocross Championship, in Buchanan, Mich. on Saturday. The team had a strong showing, […]

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Double points finish for Red Bull Honda in Race 1 at Misano

Jul 9, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Red Bull Honda World Superbike Team scored a double points finish in Race 1 of the Riviera Di Rimini WorldSBK round, as Leon Camier claimed ninth place and Jake Gagne finished in fourteenth position […]

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Fantastic fourth for van der Mark but disappointment for Lowes at Misano

Jul 9, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Pata Yamaha Official WorldSBK Team rider Michael van der Mark took a fantastic fourth place during Round 9 of the MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship at Misano today, having started the first race from 11th […]

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Kevin Schwantz To Manage Team Kagayama At Suzuka 8 Hours

Jul 6, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Suzuki’s 1993 World 500cc GP Champion Kevin Schwantz is the Team Manager for Team KAGAYAMA Suzuki at the Suzuka 8 Hours Endurance World Championship final round at Suzuka Circuit in Japan on July 26-29th. Suzuki […]

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Fireworks Expected at Harley-Davidson New York Short Track at Weedsport Speedway July 7

Jul 6, 2018 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – A totally new racetrack experience for American Flat Track riders and fans, along with interesting rider scenarios and a Friday night Kickoff Party at the track, make this weekend’s Harley-Davidson New […]

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Aims & Expectations Ahead of the Asian Grand Prix

Jul 6, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The exciting start to the Indonesian rounds of the FIM MXGP World Championship hopes to be continued this weekend as the championship shifts from the island of Pangkal Pinang, to a brand new venue in […]

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Top-10 For Autotrader Yoshimura Suzuki At Southwick

Jul 6, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Weston Peick #34 – 450 Class – 9-11 for 10th Place Justin Bogle #19 – 450 Class – 18-20 for 23rd Place Justin Hill #46 – 450 Class – 21-DNS for 40th Place Jimmy Decotis […]

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Five wins in total: BMW riders Kenny Foray, Michal Filla and Jordan Szoke dominate their championships

Jul 6, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Munich. Last weekend delivered more wins and podiums for BMW racers. In the French Superbike Championship (FSBK), defending champion Kenny Foray (FRA) won both races in Magny-Cours (FRA). Michal Filla (CZE) also triumphed in both […]

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Vinales Takes Podium At Action-Packed Race In Assen

Jul 6, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Today the TT Circuit Assen hosted the closest battle of the 2018 MotoGP season so far. At one point the front group consisted of eight riders and Movistar Yamaha MotoGP’s Maverick Viñales and Valentino Rossi […]

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A Superb Second Place For Alex Rins In Assen

Jul 6, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Alex Rins: 2nd (+ 2.269) Andrea Iannone: 11th (+ 14.255) • A best-ever result in MotoGP for Alex Rins. • Andrea Iannone stays on the cusp of the lead group. • Team SUZUKI ECSTAR take […]

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Thomas Covington Continues His Podium Streak In Indonesia

Jul 6, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Claiming an impressive flag-to-flag victory in the opening moto, Thomas Covington has finished as overall runner-up in the MX2 class at the GP of Indonesia. Earning his third consecutive podium result, the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory […]

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Mees Gets Redemption, Texter Makes History at Lima Half-Mile

Jul 6, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Grand National Champion Jared Mees has racked up 18 Main Event victories during his historic run these past two American Flat Track seasons. Saturday’s win at the Indian Motorcycle Lima Half-Mile, however, may just be […]

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Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’S Phil Nicoletti Ninth Overall At Southwick National

Jul 6, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team battled the sand and the blistering heat on Saturday at the Southwick National, the sixth round of the AMA Pro Motocross Championship, held in Southwick, Mass. 450 rider […]

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