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.

Beta USA re-signs of Max Gerston for two more years

Oct 18, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Next January will mark Beta’s 7th year anniversary with Gerston on the race team. Max will be competing in the AMA EnduroX series as well as other extreme events across […]

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Harley-Davidson Announces Third Quarter 2017 Results

Oct 18, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Harley-Davidson Announces Third Quarter 2017 Results U.S. Market Share Up, Improved U.S. Dealer Inventory PR Newswire MILWAUKEE, Oct. 17, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE:HOG) third quarter 2017 diluted EPS decreased to $0.40 from $0.64 in […]

Pata Yamaha Hunting for Podiums at Jerez

Oct 17, 2017 Michael Le Pard

The Pata Yamaha Official WorldSBK Team will be pushing hard to secure more podiums in Jerez this weekend at the penultimate round of the 2017 FIM Superbike World Championship after recording their first ever double […]

Broc Parkes to join Tech3 for Australian Grand Prix

Oct 17, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Experienced Australian rider Broc Parkes will fill in for the recovering Jonas Folger in front of his home crowd this weekend at Phillip Island. Folger returned to his native Germany before the Japanese Grand Prix […]

Bennetts Suzuki GSX-R1000 Wins Superstock At Brands

Oct 17, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 15. Richard Cooper – 1st – SST Sylvain Guintoli – DNF/ 12/ 11 – BSB Richard Cooper – 10/ DNF/ 10 – BSB Bennetts Suzuki signed-off the 2017 MCE […]

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Colton Haaker Finishes Third At Everett Endurocross

Oct 17, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Colton Haaker went to battle at the Everett EnduroCross, the fourth round of the 2017 EnduroCross Series, on Saturday in Everett, Wash. Haaker had his work cut out for him […]

Three podiums for Tyco BMW to wrap up the 2017 BSB season

Oct 17, 2017 Michael Le Pard

The 2017 season of the fiercely contested British Superbike Championship (BSB) has ended with another successful weekend for the BMW riders. The final round was held at Brands Hatch (GBR) and saw three podium finishes […]

Krawiec Extends NHRA Championship Points Lead With Big Pro Stock Motorcycle Win In Dallas

Oct 17, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Harley-Davidson Street Rod Carries Krawiec to His Sixth Win of the Season ENNIS, Texas (October 15, 2017) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec stretched his Pro Stock Motorcycle points lead in the […]

Minimizer Announces Major Promotion With Two Huge Prizes

Oct 17, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Minimizer Announces Major Promotion With Two Huge Prizes PR Newswire BLOOMING PRAIRIE, Minn., Oct. 16, 2017 BLOOMING PRAIRIE, Minn., Oct. 16, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Minimizer’s #RespectTheDriver Promotion is the company’s biggest giveaway ever, with prizes totaling […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

Beta USA re-signs of Max Gerston for two more years

Harley-Davidson Announces Third Quarter 2017 Results

Pata Yamaha Hunting for Podiums at Jerez

Broc Parkes to join Tech3 for Australian Grand Prix

Bennetts Suzuki GSX-R1000 Wins Superstock At Brands

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Colton Haaker Finishes Third At Everett Endurocross

Three podiums for Tyco BMW to wrap up the 2017 BSB season

Krawiec Extends NHRA Championship Points Lead With Big Pro Stock Motorcycle Win In Dallas

Minimizer Announces Major Promotion With Two Huge Prizes

Zarco Perseveres to Complete Japanese Grand Prix in 8th

Mixed Results for Movistar Yamaha in Moist Motegi Race

Double Podiums In Las Vegas For Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing!

Fourth And Fifth Place For Iannone And Rins In Japan

Cooper Sets Superstock Pole And Top-10 In BSB Qualifying

Sensational pole for heroic Zarco at Motul Grand Prix of Japan

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 Can-Am Motorcycles: Get Charged Up!