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.

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Valvoline Launches Fast Track to Fame Program in Support of Grassroots Racing

Feb 15, 2018 Michael Le Pard

LEXINGTON, Ky., Feb. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV) — a leading worldwide supplier of premium branded lubricants and automotive services — today announced the launch of its Fast Track to Fame contest celebrating the […]

J&P Cycles Awards $20,000, Crowns Eight U.S. Vets Kings of Custom Motorcycle Builders

Feb 15, 2018 Michael Le Pard

CHICAGO, Feb. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — J&P Cycles, the world’s largest aftermarket motorcycle parts and accessories retailer, awarded the title of Kings of Custom Motorcycle Builders to eight U.S. military veterans from Texas. They earned the […]

Total Motorcycle’s 2018 Honda Motorcycle Lineup – Update #3

Feb 15, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Check out the amazing 66 Motorcycle models for 2018 released by Honda right here in one spot on Total Motorcycle! Supersport, Sport, Standard, Touring, Cruiser, Chopper, Adventure, Dual Sport, Trail, Competition, Scooters and even 4 […]

Yamaha Presents 2018 Enduro World Championship Line-Up

Feb 14, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Introducing a solid line-up of highly-promising riders, Yamaha Motor Europe N.V. will see the Outsiders Yamaha Official Enduro Team of Loïc Larrieu and Jamie McCanney joined by Johansson Yamaha Official Junior Enduro Team’s Albin Elowson, […]

SUZUKI’S JUSTIN BOGLE INJURY UPDATE

Feb 14, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – February 13. Autotrader/ Yoshimura/ Suzuki Factory Racing Team rider Justin Bogle, who sustained a broken right arm during the opening lap of the second 450 heat race at the San […]

Ride Supporting Veterans During The Quail Motorcycle Gathering Weekend

Feb 14, 2018 Michael Le Pard

CARMEL, Calif., Feb. 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — The Quail Motorcycle Gathering presented by GEICO Motorcycle, a Peninsula Hotels Signature Motoring Event, will partner with “Welcome Home Heroes Foundation” to bring two charitable events to the […]

Bikers Rally with Local Harley-Davidson Dealership to Support Wounded Warrior Project

Feb 14, 2018 Michael Le Pard

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Feb. 13, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Motorcycle enthusiasts from around the Southeast came together at a recent event hosted by Adamec Harley-Davidson® in support of Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). Riders participated in a poker run, […]

BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy Central Asia 2018

Feb 13, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The GS Trophy is heading to Mongolia in June 2018 for what will be its biggest challenge yet. With three new teams joining the competition (Australia, India and a second International Female Team) and now […]

New 2018 YZ65. Powering Young Riders into the victorYZone

Feb 13, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha’s Commitment to Motocross Racing Yamaha’s range of winning YZ race bikes has been one of the most dominant forces in motocross competition for five decades. Since the brand won its first MX World Championship […]

HILL & AUTOTRADER YOSHIMURA SUZUKI DOMINATE SAN DIEGO SX

Feb 13, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – February 12. Justin Hill – 250 Class – 1st Weston Peick – 450 Class – 7th Phillip Nicoletti – 250 Class – 11th Malcolm Stewart – 450 Class – 17th […]

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA RIDERS EARN TOP THREE RESULTS AT HAWKSTONE INTERNATIONAL MX 2018

Feb 12, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Enjoying a solid day of racing at the 2018 edition of the Hawkstone International MX, the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing squad saw Gautier Paulin secure a strong third overall in MX1 class, with MX2 […]

GRAHAM JARVIS RUNNER-UP AT HELL’S GATE EXTREME ENDURO

Feb 12, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Graham Jarvis has earned a strong second place at the 2018 Hell’s Gate extreme enduro. With an all-new format for this year, concluding in a 20-minute sprint race, the event […]

HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING’S JASON ANDERSON AT SAN DIEGO SX!

Feb 12, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team invaded PETCO Park in San Diego, CA for the sixth round of AMA Supercross on Saturday. Jason Anderson dominated the night by taking home another 450 victory and […]

YAMAHA INTRODUCES THE ALL-NEW 2018 YZ65 YOUTH MOTOCROSS BIKE

Feb 12, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The 65 cc youth MX class has a new combatant in the 2018 Yamaha YZ65. Parents looking to introduce their children to the thrilling world of motorcycle racing need look no further than Yamaha’s new youth […]

Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum 2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob Contest

Feb 12, 2018 Michael Le Pard

WITNESS YOUR WORK RIDE ACROSS THE U.S. IN THIS CELEBRATION OF TWO AMERICAN ICONS NEW YORK, Feb. 9, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum, a brand born to honor the father of American old school tattooing, […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

Valvoline Launches Fast Track to Fame Program in Support of Grassroots Racing

J&P Cycles Awards $20,000, Crowns Eight U.S. Vets Kings of Custom Motorcycle Builders

Total Motorcycle’s 2018 Honda Motorcycle Lineup – Update #3

Yamaha Presents 2018 Enduro World Championship Line-Up

SUZUKI’S JUSTIN BOGLE INJURY UPDATE

Ride Supporting Veterans During The Quail Motorcycle Gathering Weekend

Bikers Rally with Local Harley-Davidson Dealership to Support Wounded Warrior Project

BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy Central Asia 2018

New 2018 YZ65. Powering Young Riders into the victorYZone

HILL & AUTOTRADER YOSHIMURA SUZUKI DOMINATE SAN DIEGO SX

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA RIDERS EARN TOP THREE RESULTS AT HAWKSTONE INTERNATIONAL MX 2018

GRAHAM JARVIS RUNNER-UP AT HELL’S GATE EXTREME ENDURO

HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING’S JASON ANDERSON AT SAN DIEGO SX!

YAMAHA INTRODUCES THE ALL-NEW 2018 YZ65 YOUTH MOTOCROSS BIKE

Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum 2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob Contest

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!

Inspiration Friday: Harley‑Davidson Heritage Softail Turns 20

New 2026 Triumph Motorcycles Tackle the Toughest Terrain!