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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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Peters & Autotrader Suzuki Podium At Foxborough Sx

Apr 23, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – April 23. Kyle Peters – #76 RM-Z250 – 3rd Weston Peick – #34 RM-Z450 – 6th Malcolm Stewart – #27 RM-Z450 – 7th The Autotrader/ Yoshimura/ Suzuki Factory Racing team […]

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Andrea Iannone Secures His First Suzuki Podium

Apr 23, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – April 23. Andrea Iannone: 3rd (+ 6.704) Alex Rins: DNF • Andrea Iannone takes excellent 3rd position. • Alex Rins unfortunate crash while recovering strong. • Back-to-back podiums important for […]

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Zarco Emerges Strong in Americas GP – Syahrin Shows Huge Potential Without Rewards

Apr 23, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Monster Yamaha Tech3 star Johann Zarco delivered a solid third round of 2018, fighting for the podium at the beginning of the race. A few struggles over the course of the weekend at the demanding […]

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Movistar Yamaha MotoGP Cruise to Second and Fourth Place at COTA

Apr 23, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Blistering sunshine at the Circuit of The Americas (COTA), with blue sky as far as the eye could see, was an omen for a faultless race by Movistar Yamaha MotoGP’s Maverick Viñales and Valentino Rossi. […]

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Podium for BMW team Penz13.com at the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans

Apr 23, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Munich. The weekend featured the first endurance highlight of the year, namely the famous 24 Hours of Le Mans (FRA). The FIM Endurance World Championship (EWC) classic ended with a podium for the BMW S […]

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Travis Wyman Earns BMW Its First MotoAmerica Win In Stock 1000 Class

Apr 23, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Woodcliff Lake, NJ – April 23, 2018…Travis Wyman made BMW history April 15, during MotoAmerica racing at Road Atlanta. Piloting his Weir Everywhere Racing, Dunlop-shod BMW S 1000 RR, Wyman was the first BMW rider […]

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Mahias Maintains Championship Lead in Assen

Apr 23, 2018 Michael Le Pard

GRT Yamaha Official WorldSSP Team’s Lucas Mahias leaves Round 4 of the 2018 Supersport World Championship at Assen still leading the overall standings after a strong ride to fourth, although he was disappointed not to […]

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Double points finish for Triple M Honda World Superbike Team at Assen

Apr 22, 2018 Michael Le Pard

In its fourth WorldSBK weekend the rookie Triple M Honda World Superbike team secured points in each 21-lap race at Assen, with their American rider PJ Jacobsen once more mixing it on track with many […]

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24-hour podium joy for Honda Endurance Racing at Le Mans

Apr 22, 2018 Michael Le Pard

There are celebrations at Le Mans today after the Honda Endurance Racing team placed the CBR1000RR Fireblade SP2 on the podium after finishing the 24 Heures Motos in second place. Having been on track for […]

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Van der Mark’s Double Dutch Delight in Race 2 at Assen

Apr 22, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Local hero Michael van der Mark gave the Pata Yamaha Official WorldSBK Team and the passionate Dutch fans something to celebrate on Sunday at Round 4 of the 2018 Motul FIM Superbike World Championship. After […]

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GMT94 Yamaha 2nd in EWC Championship Standings Following an Emotionally Charged 24 Hours

Apr 22, 2018 Michael Le Pard

A valiant end to an intense and dramatic 41st running of the 24 Heures Motos, round two of the FIM EWC World Championship, saw the GMT94 Yamaha Official EWC Team recover from two crashes and […]

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Confident Start to the COTA Weekend for Movistar Yamaha MotoGP

Apr 22, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Movistar Yamaha MotoGP riders Maverick Viñales and Valentino Rossi kicked off the Grand Prix of The Americas showing good form. Making the most of the perfect riding conditions in today’s two free practice sessions, the […]

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Van der Mark Delights the Dutch Fans with Race 1 Victory Fight at Assen

Apr 22, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Pata Yamaha Official WorldSBK Team’s Michael van der Mark sent the Dutch fans wild at a hot and sunny Assen on Saturday during Race 1 at Round 4 of the WorldSBK Championship. Riding at his […]

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First Place Start for Vinales after Eventful Austin Qualifying

Apr 22, 2018 Michael Le Pard

An eventful Q2 session at the Circuit of The Americas (COTA) this afternoon saw Movistar Yamaha MotoGP’s Maverick Viñales secure second place on the grid for the Grand Prix of The Americas. However, he is […]

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Mahias Fights Back for Front-Row Start in Assen

Apr 22, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The GRT Yamaha Official WorldSSP Team fought back strongly on Saturday after a tricky opening day at Round 4 of the 2018 FIM Supersport World Championship in Assen. Championship leader, Lucas Mahias, managed to put […]

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