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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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2018 NIKEN: Key Features of Corner Carving

Apr 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Latest video from Yamaha covers NIKEN’s electronic aids and benefits Yamaha will release the third NIKEN technical video on 19th April 2018. Having explained the multiple benefits of the unique Leaning Multi Wheel (LMW) concept […]

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Moto Guzzi Spring Specials on select 2016 and 2017 Moto Guzzi motorcycles

Apr 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Riding season is here and we have unprecedented special offers on select 2016 and 2017 Moto Guzzi motorcycles to get you into the Moto Guzzi of your dreams. Take advantage of monthlypayments starting as low […]

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Moto Guzzi at Americas GP

Apr 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

We are excited to be back at the track for an exciting MotoGP race weekend. Join us in the Fan Zone between turns 12 and 13 at Circuit of the Americas to see the latest […]

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Moto Guzzi at Handbuilt Show 2018

Apr 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

For the fifth straight year, Moto Guzzi is a sponsor of the Handbuilt Show in Austin, TX. We are the only manufacturer to have supported since Handbuilt’s inception in 2014 and this year is shaping […]

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Yamaha Teams Primed & Ready For EWC Restart at Le Mans

Apr 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The GMT94 Yamaha Official EWC Team and the YART Yamaha Official EWC Team are set to resume the fight for the 2017/2018 FIM Endurance World Championship this weekend at the 41st edition of the 24 […]

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QUINTANILLA & SHORT REACH THE END OF A GRUELLING MARATHON STAGE AT THE MERZOUGA RALLY

Apr 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Reaching the end of a challenging two-day-long Marathon Stage without any problems, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Pablo Quintanilla and Andrew Short have posted the seventh and 11th fastest times respectively on the fourth stage […]

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bLU cRU Riders Gear Up for WorldSSP300 Round 2 At Assen

Apr 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Yamaha R3 bLU cRU Challenge riders are all set for Round 2 of the 2018 FIM Supersport 300 World Championship at the TT Circuit Assen this weekend after battling through adversity to impress in […]

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Save $2,000 on most remaining 2017 Zero motorcycles

Apr 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Winter is unwinding. Spring is here. Prime time riding season is around the corner. From now until June 30th, you can save $2,000 CAD on most remaining 2017 Zero motorcycles, including 2017 demo models. Take […]

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SERT ON TRACK AND READY FOR LE MANS 24 HOURS ENDURANCE

Apr 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – April 19. SERT – #2 GSX-R1000 – 7th April Motos Events – #50 GSX-R1000 – 11th Team R2CL – #87 GSX-R1000 – 18th Junior Team Le Mans Sud – #72 […]

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Waffles the Sidecar Dog – One Dog’s Great Life on the Road

Apr 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

This week I was going to write all about protecting your privacy on Facebook, the #deletefacebook movement and that Total Motorcycle protects your privacy, doesn’t sell your data and looks out for you but you […]

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Zarco and Syahrin Strive for Further Glory in Texas

Apr 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

With a terrific first 2018 podium in his pocket Monster Yamaha Tech3 rider Johann Zarco eagerly awaits to cross the Atlantic Ocean again and to be back on his Yamaha YZR-M1 this weekend for the […]

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Movistar Yamaha MotoGP Arrive in Austin for the Grand Prix of The Americas

Apr 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Movistar Yamaha MotoGP Team have travelled to Austin, Texas in the United States of America for this weekend’s Grand Prix of The Americas. After a chaotic race day at the Termas de Río Honda […]

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Pata Yamaha Aiming for Podium Return in Assen

Apr 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Pata Yamaha Official WorldSBK Team are looking to step back on to the rostrum at Round 4 of the 2018 Motul FIM Superbike World Championship this weekend in Assen, fresh from a solid points-haul […]

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Gagne to lead the charge for Red Bull Honda World Superbike Team at Assen

Apr 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The fast and famous TT Circuit Assen hosts round four of the 2018 WorldSBK season this weekend where Jake Gagne will lead the charge for the Red Bull Honda World Superbike Team at their home […]

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PABLO QUINTANILLA RUNNER-UP ON STAGE TWO OF THE MERZOUGA RALLY

Apr 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Continuing his strong run of form in the Moroccan dunes, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider Pablo Quintanilla has secured a strong runner-up result on the second rally stage of the 2018 Merzouga Rally. With […]

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