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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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CHARLIER EARNS RUNNER-UP RESULT AT GP OF PORTUGAL

Jul 25, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Christophe Charlier has finished less than four seconds from the top step of the EnduroGP class podium on day two of the GP of Portugal, round six of the FIM […]

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COVINGTON CLAIMS MX2 CLASS PODIUM RESULT IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC

Jul 25, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Claiming an emphatic victory in the opening MX2 moto, Thomas Covington wrapped up round 13 of the 2017 FIM Motocross World Championship securing third overall in the MX2 class at the GP of the Czech […]

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McCanney Secures Double Enduro 2 Class Victory At EnduroGP of Portugal

Jul 25, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Enjoying the most successful GP of his season so far, Outsiders Yamaha Official Enduro Team rider Jamie McCanney wrapped up round six of the 2017 FIM EnduroGP World Championship claiming two Enduro 2 class victories […]

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Three Yamahas Inside the Top Eight at Loket

Jul 25, 2017 Michael Le Pard

An intense day of racing on the slippery and one-lined hillside circuit of Loket, Czech Republic, saw Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Racing’s Romain Febvre and Jeremy Van Horebeek make up the top seven at […]

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Duncan Does It in Czech Republic

Jul 25, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Altherm Yamaha Official WMX’s Courtney Duncan came out on top at Loket in the Czech Republic – round four of the FIM Women’s Motocross World Championship – after a thrilling race where she passed […]

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DEAN WILSON EARNS CAREER BEST WITH SECOND OVERALL AT SPRING CREEK NATIONAL

Jul 25, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Dean Wilson and Zach Osborne put in heroic rides at the eighth round of the AMA Pro Motocross Championship on a hot and humid day at Spring Creek MX Park […]

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Rock Music and Riding Two of Many Highlights for Gettysburg Bike Week 2017 Rally

Jul 25, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Foghat Rock GBW 16th Anniversary Gettysburg, PA (July 12, 2017) – Gettysburg Bike Week kicked off Thursday, July 6, 2017, for its 16th anniversary rally at the Allstar Events Complex in Gettysburg, PA. Over the course of four days, rally […]

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VAESSEN LEADS THE WAY FOR SUZUKI IN CZECH REPUBLIC

Jul 24, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – July 22. Kevin Strijbos – 10th MXGP Arminas Jasikonis – 18th MXGP Bas Vaessen – 9th MX2 Hunter Lawrence – 14th MX2 Jeremy Seewer – 21st MX2 Bas Vaessen […]

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COOPER & BENNETTS SUZUKI WIN BRANDS SUPERSTOCK OPENER

Jul 24, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – July 22. Richard Cooper – 1st Superstock 1000 Bennetts Suzuki’s Richard Cooper took victory in today’s Superstock 1000 race at Brands Hatch, taking maximum points from the two-part race […]

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Lowes Interview: Season So Far

Jul 24, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha-racing caught up with Pata Yamaha Official WorldSBK Team’s Alex Lowes after round of eight of the 2017 FIM Superbike World Championship at Laguna Seca to look back on his season so far […]

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BRANDS HATCH BSB BECKONS BENNETTS SUZUKI

Jul 24, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – July 21. The Bennetts Suzuki team heads to Brands Hatch this weekend for the sixth round of the MCE British Superbike championship, following the team’s success at the recent Southern […]

URAL Mihai family adventure - The Adventure Continues - Uzbekistan

URAL Mihai family adventure – The Adventure Continues – Uzbekistan

Jul 24, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Last year Mihai and his family took their Gear Up on an epic 4 month European tour. This summer he’s back on the road exploring Central Asia. Mihai has perfected his Gear Up for long […]

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Ural Gear Up camping in Raspadalica, Croatia

Jul 24, 2017 Michael Le Pard

One the best parts of owning a Ural is the ability to pack your gear and ride with your favorite co-pilots. Dominik recently took his Ural Gear Up camping in Raspadalica, Croatia with his wife and their […]

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Tonus to Debut the 2018 Yamaha YZ450F at the Czech GP

Jul 21, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Fresh from the unveiling of the all-new 2018 YZ450F in Ottobiano, Italy, earlier this month – Yamaha Motor Europe and Wilvo Yamaha Official MXGP are pleased to announce that Wilvo Yamaha’s Arnaud Tonus will race […]

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Bike in Detail – Yamaha WR450F

Jul 21, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Making an impressive debut in the FIM EnduroGP World Championship last year, Yamaha’s WR450F has assisted Loïc Larrieu in securing the top spot of the podium no less than three times so far. Larrieu rode […]

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