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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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Movistar Yamaha MotoGP Take Fourth and Fifth Row in Motegi Qualifying

Oct 16, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Movistar Yamaha MotoGP’s Valentino Rossi took a tyre gamble in Q2 at a drying Twin Ring Motegi track and secured 12th position. Teammate Maverick Viñales came just short of getting promoted from Q1 and will […]

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Rins And Iannone To Start From 4th Row At The Motegi GP

Oct 16, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 14. Alex Rins: P10 – 1’55.483 +2.014 Andrea Iannone: P11 – 1’55.617 +2.148 Today’s qualifying session saw Alex Rins and Andrea Iannone secure two solid places in the top […]

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Bennetts Suzuki Aims For Success At BSB Finale

Oct 16, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 13. The Bennetts Suzuki team are at Brands Hatch for the final round of the MCE British Superbike championship this weekend with sights firmly set on adding to the […]

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AMA Pro Hillclimb season finale in Ohio rescheduled for October 22

Oct 16, 2017 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (October 13, 2017) – Torrential rain leading up to this year’s AMA Pro Hillclimb season finale in Oregonia, Ohio created conditions that led to safety concerns. As such, the iconic event hosted […]

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TOP TEN FOR BOTH IANNONE AND RINS IN MOTEGI FIRST DAY

Oct 13, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 13. Andrea Iannone: P7 – 1’55.614 +0.737 Alex Rins: P10 – 1’56.229 +1.352 It has been a positive day for the Team SUZUKI ECSTAR in Motegi, with both Andrea […]

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Zarco Fastest Yamaha on Wet Day 1 at Motegi

Oct 13, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Johann Zarco showed his formidable form in the wet by closing the opening day of the Motul Grand Prix of Japan in 5th position. With rain expected for the entire weekend, Zarco got straight into […]

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Movistar Yamaha Continue Battle with Elements in First Japanese FP Sessions

Oct 13, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Today Movistar Yamaha MotoGP’s Maverick Viñales and Valentino Rossi prepared for an intense weekend at the Twin Ring Motegi track. The teammates searched for grip in the rainy first free practice sessions and took 11th […]

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Marquez Aims to Extend Title Lead at Honda’s Home Grand Prix

Oct 13, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Marc Marquez (Repsol Honda Team RC213V) contests Honda’s home Grand Prix this weekend with the aim of further increasing his advantage in the battle for the 2017 MotoGP crown. The reigning World Champion, who has […]

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Nate Kern Grabs Two National Championships aboard a BMW R nineT In AHRMA Racing at 13th Annual Barber Vintage Festival

Oct 13, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Woodcliff Lake, NJ – October 12, 2017…Proving that the BMW R nineT is more than just the sleekest member of BMW Motorrad’s Heritage family of motorcycles, BMW Motorrad Motorsports Advisor and test rider Nate Kern […]

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Cool Wall Week #346: 2018 Honda Fury ABS

Oct 13, 2017 Michael Le Pard

New Cool Wall Bike Every Friday. Have You Voted Yet? No? Then Get to it… Voting Open! EXTREME LINES. HEAD-TURNING LOOKS. 2018 Honda Fury ABS Review on Total Motorcycle: The Fury appears to be something […]

Total Motorcycle’s 2018 Moto Guzzi Motorcycle Lineup – Update 1

Oct 12, 2017 Michael Le Pard

I look forward to what Moto Guzzi does each year and the Total Motorcycle 2018 Moto Guzzi Motorcycle Lineup is exciting! The first update features the 2018 Moto Guzzi MGX-21 Custom, California Touring, Eldorado and […]

Suzuki to unveil SV650X at Tokyo Motor Show next month

Oct 12, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Suzuki Motor Corporation will unveil the SV650X at this year’s Tokyo Motor Show – which takes place from 27 October to 5 November – an evolution of the SV650 Rally concept shown at last year’s […]

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Suzuki confirms pricing for new 2018 Suzuki V-Strom 250

Oct 12, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Suzuki has confirmed pricing for the hotly-anticipated V-Strom 250, with the newest addition to Suzuki’s adventure range coming with a launch RRP of £4,599 when it arrives in dealerships in October. The V-Strom 250 boasts […]

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Camier joins Honda for the 2018 FIM Superbike World Championship

Oct 12, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Honda Motor Europe and the Red Bull Honda World Superbike Team are pleased to announce the signing of Leon Camier, who will join the squad for the 2018 FIM Superbike World Championship. The 31-year-old from […]

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MOTUL AND SUZUKI CELEBRATE 30 YEARS OF COLLABORATION IN MotoGP

Oct 12, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 12. Many manufacturers work with their technical partners for a number of years to build expertise and experience, but there are few that have the length and strength of […]

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