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.

Van Beveren Second Overall After Dakar Rally’s Demanding Stage Two

Jan 8, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Securing a second consecutive runner-up stage result, Yamalube Yamaha Official Rally Team’s Adrien Van Beveren retains his highly-positive second overall result in the 2018 Dakar Rally’s provisional overall standings. Finishing the first long stage of […]

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’S Jason Anderson Claims 2nd At Anaheim SX Opener!

Jan 8, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The 2018 AMA Supercross season kicked off on Saturday at the legendary Anaheim 1 race held at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif. Multiple format changes are present this season as we say goodbye to the […]

Colton Haaker Claims Runner-Up Result At Superenduro Germany

Jan 8, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Bouncing back from a frustrating performance at the opening round of the 2018 SuperEnduro World Championship, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Colton Haaker has made a welcome return to the SuperEnduro podium with a strong […]

Pablo Quintanilla Makes Strong Start To Dakar Rally 2018

Jan 8, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Kicking off this year’s Dakar Rally with a strong performance, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider Pablo Quintanilla posted the third fastest time on the short opening timed special. Bringing his FR 450 Rally machine to […]

Autotrader Yoshimura Suzuki Ready For Anaheim SX

Jan 8, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – January 5. The Autotrader/ Yoshimura/ Suzuki Factory Racing Team kicks-off the 2018 Monster Energy AMA/ FIM World Supercross series at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California this weekend. Suzuki’s new Factory […]

Van Beveren Claims Runner-Up Result In Dakar Rally’s Opening Stage

Jan 8, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Enjoying a highly positive start to the 2018 Dakar Rally, the Yamalube Yamaha Official Rally Team saw three of its riders finish inside the top seven in the provisional overall standings. Headlining the team’s efforts […]

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Reader’s Choice Awards Results: Top 10 Bikes 2017

Jan 5, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Our 7th Annual Readers Choice Awards for the Coolest Motorcycle of the Year… Voting! YOU VOTED. YOU DEBATED. AND NOW THE AWARDS. What a great two weeks of voting! With over 50 bikes to vote […]

Piaggio Group Americas Returns to Canada’s The Motorcycle Show

Jan 5, 2018 Michael Le Pard

New York, 04 January 2018 – Piaggio Group Americas, the North American importer of iconic Italian scooter and motorcycle brands Aprilia, Moto Guzzi, Piaggio and Vespa, returns to Canada’s premiere powersports events The Motorcycle Shows. […]

All Systems Go For Yamalube Yamaha Official Rally Team At 2018 Dakar Rally

Jan 5, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Everything is set for the Yamalube Yamaha Official Rally Team as they ready themselves for the start of the biggest and most challenging adventure in the annual rally calendar – the Dakar Rally. In Lima, […]

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING SET FOR 2018 DAKAR RALLY

Jan 5, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Following months of intense preparation, the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing team are all-set for the longest and toughest challenge in the annual rally calendar, the 2018 Dakar Rally. Featuring reigning FIM Cross-Country Rallies World Champion Pablo […]

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HUSQVARNA MOTORCYCLES EXTEND PARTNERSHIP WITH PROTAPER

Jan 3, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Motorcycles are pleased to announce the extension of their sponsorship agreement with world renowned offroad control brand, ProTaper. The multi-year agreement will see the US based company continue to supply Husqvarna Motorcycles and the […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

Van Beveren Second Overall After Dakar Rally’s Demanding Stage Two

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’S Jason Anderson Claims 2nd At Anaheim SX Opener!

Colton Haaker Claims Runner-Up Result At Superenduro Germany

Pablo Quintanilla Makes Strong Start To Dakar Rally 2018

Autotrader Yoshimura Suzuki Ready For Anaheim SX

Van Beveren Claims Runner-Up Result In Dakar Rally’s Opening Stage

Reader’s Choice Awards Results: Top 10 Bikes 2017

Piaggio Group Americas Returns to Canada’s The Motorcycle Show

All Systems Go For Yamalube Yamaha Official Rally Team At 2018 Dakar Rally

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING SET FOR 2018 DAKAR RALLY

HUSQVARNA MOTORCYCLES EXTEND PARTNERSHIP WITH PROTAPER

HUSQVARNA MOTORCYCLES PARTNER WITH MOTOREX

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ALEX RINS BLOG – January 2018

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