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Back on world championship calendar for first time since 2018

August 25, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Back on the world championship calendar for the first time since 2018, the Desafio Ruta 40 starts at the bivouac at La Rioja before heading north, through the Catamarca region, into Salta and the finish […]

2019 Triumph Tiger 1200XCa Review

May 21, 2019 Michael Le Pard

THE ULTIMATE WITH EVERYTHING ON TOP. 2019 Triumph Tiger 1200XCa: When you’re ready to face the ultimate in adventure riding, the top specification 1200 XCA lets you leave the everyday behind, with a Tiger that’s now […]

2019 Triumph Tiger 800XRx Low Review

May 21, 2019 Michael Le Pard

MAXIMUM CONTROL. 2019 Triumph Tiger 800XRx Low: The new road-loving Tiger 800 XRX is an easy-handling adventure bike that’s perfect for touring the world’s highways, and also ideal whenever you venture off the beaten […]

2010 to 2019 Motorcycle Model Guides

March 22, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle’s complete guide to 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 models and bike manufacturers. 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2010 to 2019 Motorcycle Model Guides […]

BMW Group Annual Report 2018

March 20, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Attached please find the Annual Report 2018 for download. Dear Shareholders, In the course of 2018, our company had to tackle a variety of challenges within its business environment. However, we were able to master […]

de Puniet signs for Honda for the Endurance World Championship in 2019

February 28, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Honda has revealed it will contest the second round of the FIM Endurance World Championship (the 24 Heures Motos, Le Mans), with a new rider line-up for the Honda Endurance Racing team. Randy de […]

Aprilia sales up 24.8% Piaggio Group 2018 Financial Statement

February 25, 2019 Michael Le Pard

In 2018, the Piaggio Group reported an improvement in performance from the previous year, progress on all the main earnings indicators, a strong increase in Ebit and net profit, higher capital expenditure and a reduction […]

Ducati strengthens global sales in 2018 and takes the lead in the superbike segment

January 25, 2019 Michael Le Pard

53,004 Ducati motorcycles delivered The Panigale was the world’s best-seller in the superbike segment: in 2018, one in four was a Ducati Panigale Strong sales growth in China Borgo Panigale (Bologna, Italy), 25 January 2019 – […]

Production of the 2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 begins in Bologna

January 22, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The first Ducati Diavel 1260 rolls off the production line at Borgo Panigale Eagerly awaited new bike to arrive at dealerships in mid-February Borgo Panigale, Bologna, 21 January 2019 – The Borgo Panigale plant has begun […]

BMW Motorrad sells record 165,566 motorcycles in 2018

January 16, 2019 Michael Le Pard

BMW Motorrad sold more motorcycles and maxi scooters in 2018 than ever before. Compared to the strong previous year, deliveries increased by a further 0.9%. As of December 2018 a total of 165,566 vehicles (previous […]

BMW Group remains world’s leading premium automotive company in 2018

January 11, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Munich. The BMW Group has achieved its eighth consecutive annual sales record with a total of 2,490,664 (+1.1%) BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce delivered around the world in 2018. Best-ever figures were achieved by both BMW […]

BMW Reports December 2018 and Year-End U.S. Sales

January 4, 2019 Michael Le Pard

BMW brand sales increase for 14th consecutive month. U.S. built BMW X3 posts best year of sales of any SAV in BMW history. BMW 5 Series iPerformance is best-selling premium plug-in hybrid in U.S. […]

Indian Motorcycle Boxing Week Sale 2018

December 29, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Hurry before time runs out and take advantage of our Season of Brotherhood* offer on Indian Motorcycle® parts, apparel and accessories. Now through December 31. Shop online with promo code IMCHSE18, or download the coupon and head […]

Gear Talk – Holiday Episode 2018

December 23, 2018 Carrie Leaverton

December 2018 Close your eyes, picture a token motorcycle dude. He has a beard doesn’t he? Keep them closed. Now picture Santa. He has a beard too right? Coincidence? I think not. During the holidays […]

Top 5 Harley-Davidson moments of 2018

December 21, 2018 Michael Le Pard

As we reach the end of another year, we couldn’t let it pass without reflecting on some of the highlights of 2018. It’s been another memorable year for Harley-Davidson® with lots more to look forward […]

2018 YZ125 bLU cRU FIM Europe Cup Finalist Magnus Smith to Replace Kevin Brumann in The 2019 MJC Yamaha EMX125 Team

December 6, 2018 Michael Le Pard

2018 YZ125 bLU cRU FIM Europe Cup finalist Magnus Smith will make the biggest step of his racing career in 2019, stepping up to the MJC Yamaha EMX125 Team. 15yr old Smith will replace 2018 YZ125 bLU cRU FIM […]

URAL Motorcycle #sharethechair Award Winners 2018

December 3, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Love this happy pic by @mnnthbx. Our inaugural International Ural Ride Day was a great success and we’re already looking forward to next year! We are grateful for the Ural community who gave rides to […]

2019 Ducati Motorcycle Model Guides – Anniversario Edition

November 30, 2018 Michael Le Pard

SOMETHING ABOUT DUCATI JUST MAKES YOU SMILE. Ducati’s most iconic bike is 25 years old. To celebrate, Ducati has created the Monster 1200 25th Anniversario: a numbered edition limited to only 500 motorcycles. And we have […]

Harley-Davidson & Motorcycle Live 2018

November 23, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The biggest motorcycle show in the UK, Motorcycle Live – an annual pilgrimage for fans of all motorcycling genres is back this November and, of course, the Harley-Davidson® stand (3C20 in Hall 3) will be […]

2019 Honda Motorcycle Model Guide: Black Friday Edition

November 22, 2018 Michael Le Pard

BLACK FRIDAY 2018 – THE BEST DEALS RIGHT NOW. Black Friday is all about shopping for the best deals, lowest prices, door buster sales, discounts, promos but the best offers are always FREE. Total Motorcycle’s […]

IRRC Champion Danny Webb wins the 2018 BMW Motorrad Race Trophy

November 22, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Munich. The winner of the 2018 BMW Motorrad Race Trophy is: Danny Webb (GBR). The reigning International Road Racing Championship (IRRC) champion picked up a total of 485 out of a possible 500 Race Trophy […]

Motorcycle Live 2018 continues until Sunday

November 22, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Motorcycle Live 2018, the UK’s biggest bike show, continues until this Sunday (25 November) so you have four days left to come and enjoy the action-packed event! You can still buy tickets online to avoid queues […]

Pune to host India Superbike Festival 2018

November 21, 2018 Michael Le Pard

India’s premier Superbike festival scheduled for 7th, 8th& 9th December 2018 at Amonara Mall To feature Adventure, Vintage and Exotic superbike displays, a superbike lifestyle auto expo and competitions including off-road contests 19th November […]

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING 2019 OFFROAD TEAM ANNOUNCED

November 21, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Looking to defend his 2018 AMA Endurocross Championship and contend in the 2019 FIM SuperEnduro World Championship series, where he has won two titles, is Colton Haaker. Haaker has been a member of Rockstar Energy […]

Piaggio Group winner of the EuroCham 2018 Business Awards in the Business Excellence category

November 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The important bilateral European and Vietnamese institution recognises Piaggio for its contribution to Vietnam’s development with a responsible and profitable business Development is underway of an innovative new electric mobility product intended for China […]

JASON ANDERSON CROWNED KING OF PARIS 2018

November 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Jason Anderson has been crowned King of Paris 2018, winning four of the six motos contested during the weekend at the U Arena. Enjoying a successful debut aboard the FC […]

Honda previews Motorcycle Live 2018 show activity

November 17, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Three heavily-revised Street models make first UK appearances •Two brand-new middleweights make their UK debuts •Honda models available to test ride on site •Sign-up for experiences at the Honda Experience Stand • For all the […]

Wet Opening Day for Monster Yamaha Tech3 Duo in Valencia

November 17, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The final round of the 2018 MotoGP World Championship season greeted the riders today with persistent rain at the Circuit Ricardo Tormo in Valencia. Thereby, Johann Zarco initiated his last round with Monster Yamaha Tech3 […]

Events

Motorcycle Live 2018 at NEC Birmingham opens Saturday

November 16, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Motorcycle Live 2018, the UK’s biggest bike show, opens its doors tomorrow, but you still have until 5pm this evening to buy your tickets in advance and save £5.50* compared to the on-the-door price! There […]

2018 Hyosung GT650R Guide

November 10, 2018 Michael Le Pard

THE THRILL OF RIDING STRIPPED TO ITS BARE ESSENCE. 2018 Hyosung GT650R Guide: Race Inspired… Whether naked or faired, the GT delivers all around performance and handling. The GT650 family starts with a rigid […]

MCN 2018 Top 10 Hot 2019 Motorcycle Picks from Milan

November 10, 2018 Michael Le Pard

With one of Europe’s biggest bike shows taking place in Milan this week, the world’s leading motorcycle manufacturers have been unveiling even more new machinery for 2019 – the majority of which will make their UK debut at Motorcycle Live at The NEC from […]

Kevin Brumann Wins A Place on The MJC Yamaha EMX125 Team as the Winner of the 2018 YZ125 bLU cRU FIM Europe Cup

November 9, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Following a successful display of speed, skill and determination, paired with a fantastic attitude off the track at the 2018 bLU cRU Masterclass, Yamaha Motor Europe is pleased to announce that 14-year-old Swiss rider Kevin Brumann is the […]

Yamaha Riders Set To Fight For Glory At ISDE In Chile

November 9, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The International Six Days Enduro – the biggest annual event in the enduro racing calendar – takes place this coming week in Chile and Yamaha is strongly represented with 10 riders set to battle for […]

HUSQVARNA COLTON HAAKER WINS ENDUROCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP

November 5, 2018 Michael Le Pard

HAAKER CLINCHES TITLE AT BOISE FINALE Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Off-Road’s Colton Haaker clinched the 2018 AMA EnduroCross Championship Saturday night at the Boise EnduroCross, the last round of the series, held at the […]

THREE weeks to go until Motorcycle Live 2018

October 31, 2018 Michael Le Pard

There are now less than THREE weeks to go until Motorcycle Live 2018 opens its doors – meaning you have less than three weeks left to book your tickets in advance and save £5.50* compared […]

BMW Motorrad presenting six world premieres at EICMA motorcycle show, Milan

October 30, 2018 Michael Le Pard

BMW Motorrad is presenting six world premieres at the EICMA motorcycle show in Milan giving visitors an exclusive look at the 2019 season. All new products will be presented on Tuesday, 6 November 2018 in […]

WorldSBK Race 2 in Qatar Cancelled Due to Adverse Track Conditions

October 28, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Pata Yamaha Official WorldSBK Team’s 2018 FIM World Superbike Championship campaign came to a premature conclusion in Qatar this evening, when WorldSBK Race 2 was cancelled on safety grounds shortly before the scheduled start. […]

2018 draws to an end for Red Bull Honda WorldSBK Team in Qatar

October 28, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Adverse track conditions led to the cancellation of the final WorldSBK race of 2018, Camier and Gagne finishing the championship in 12th and 17th respectively. The final day of the 2018 World Superbike season started in dramatic […]

AIMExpo 2018 with Total Motorcycle

October 27, 2018 Eric Leaverton

Las Vegas, AIMExpo 2018 is the largest motorcycle industry event in North America. Total Motorcycle staff writers Eric and Carrie Leaverton travel to Las Vegas to cover the show, see and test ride the latest […]

Gagne Equals Career Best Result with Ninth in Qatar

October 27, 2018 Michael Le Pard

A charging Jake Gagne claimed ninth place in the penultimate race of the 2018 WorldSBK season, earning a second row start for Race 2. After a difficult opening day, the Red Bull Honda WorldSBK Team […]

GRT Yamaha Looking to Sign Off 2018 With a Win in Qatar

October 25, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The GRT Yamaha Official WorldSSP Team head to the Losail International Circuit in Qatar this weekend, to contest the final round of the 2018 FIM World Supersport Championship. Lucas Mahias and Federico Caricasulo go into […]

ALEX RINS BRINGS SUZUKI A HOME PODIUM IN JAPAN

October 22, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – October 21. Alex Rins: 3rd (+ 1.720) Sylvain Guintoli: 21st (+ 1:01.848) Andrea Iannone: DNF • Rins works well to secure an excellent 3rd place finish. • Iannone quick and […]

Johansson Yamaha Official Junior Enduro Team Round Out 2018 With Victory In Germany

October 16, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Enjoying a highly successful weekend in Rudersdorf, Johansson Yamaha Official Junior Enduro Team saw their wild-card rider Wil Ruprecht secure an impressive Enduro Junior class victory on the first day of the German GP. Claiming […]

Loïc Larrieu Claims Victory At GP Of Germany

October 16, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Battling for coveted class wins throughout 2018, Loïc Larrieu has claimed the Enduro 2 class victory on the second day of racing at the GP of Germany. Enjoying a strong season aboard his WR450F, the […]

$5500 rebate on select 2018 Can-Am models USA

September 27, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Get up to a $5,500 rebate on select 2018 models Get a select 2018 Can-Am Spyder starting at *$69/week Offer available in: Alabama Alaska American Samoa Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia […]

14th Annual Barber Vintage Festival Oct 5-7, 2018

September 21, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The 14th Annual Barber Vintage Festival. The 14th annual Barber Vintage Festival provides motorcycle enthusiasts with three action packed days consisting of on-track racing, bike shows, stunt performances, motorcycle displays and more. This event honors […]

Honda Endurance Racing revved up for the 2018 Bol d’Or

September 11, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The 2018-2019 FIM Endurance World Championship roars into life this weekend (15-16 September) and the Honda Endurance Racing team is ready for action, as the first round gets underway with the legendary Bol d’Or 24-hour […]

Harley-Davidson $0 Down and 1.99% APR on New 2017/18 Models

September 7, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Like a Back Alley Deal Without the shady characters. $0 Down and rates as low as 1.99% APR* on new 2018 or 2017 Harley-Davidson® Softail and Touring Models. Limited time only. Limited time 1.99% APR* […]

Sam Lewitt to create BMW Open Work 2018. Artwork inspired by BMW technology to premiere at Frieze London

September 7, 2018 Michael Le Pard

London/Munich. BMW and Frieze continue theirlong-term partnership with the major artistic initiative BMW Open Workby Frieze. Curated by Attilia Fattori Franchini, the initiative bringstogether art, design and technology in pioneering multi-platformformats. The artist chosen to […]

American Flat Track 2018 Grand Awards Party to be held in Manhattan Oct. 7

September 6, 2018 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (September 5, 2018) – It’s been an amazing and wildly successful year for the American Flat Track series and AFT is delighted to announce that it is to cap off its 2018 […]

BMW Group U.S. Reports August 2018 Sales

September 5, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Woodcliff Lake, NJ – September 4, 2018… Sales of BMW brand vehicles increased one percent in August 2018 for a total of 23,789, compared to 23,553 vehicles sold in August 2017. Year-to-date, the BMW brand […]

THOMAS COVINGTON SECURES MX2 VICTORY IN TURKEY

September 3, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Coming close to securing MX2 class victory on more than one occasions this season, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Thomas Covington has secured a deserved overall victory at the GP of Turkey. Earning his eighth […]

Canepa teams up with Parkes and Fritz at YART for 2018/2019 EWC Campaign

August 28, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Motor Europe is pleased to announce that Niccolò Canepa will join the YART Yamaha Official EWC Team for the 2018/2019 FIM Endurance World Championship season, which kicks off with the Bol d’Or at Circuit […]

BRITISH GP CANCELLED DUE TO EXTREME WEATHER

August 26, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – August 26. The twelfth round of the 2018 MotoGP season, held at Silverstone Circuit, was cancelled after extreme weather conditions left the track unsafe to ride. Revisions made to the […]

Richie Morris Racing Signs Sandriana Shipman

August 22, 2018 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (August 22, 2018) – Richie Morris Racing (RMR) has signed AFT Singles competitor Sandriana Shipman for the remainder of the 2018 American Flat Track Season. Shipman, who’s displayed flashes of speed in […]

Suzuki Motorcycle Racing Weekend Action Recap – August 18-19, 2018

August 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The third weekend of August sees Suzuki’s GSX-R1000 in action in British Superbikes and also the RM-Z450 and RM-Z250 on track for AMA Motocross in the USA. The Buildbase Suzuki team have been on track […]

Join Yamaha Next Weekend at Japan Festival Canada 2018!

August 18, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Come celebrate with Yamaha Motor Canada at the largest Japanese Cultural Event in North America! The annual event celebrates Japanese culture, food, and technologies around the world and this year’s event marks the 90th Anniversary […]

BMW Motorrad USA Announces Nate Kern Double R Fest 2018 Coming To Virginia International Raceway, September 15-16

August 15, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Woodcliff Lake, NJ – August 13, 2018…Riders of allbrands of motorcycles are invited to experience speed and safetythrough BMW technology and engineering – on two wheels and four – atthe Nate Kern Double R Fest, […]

2018 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally: Demo Rides & Thrill Shows

August 6, 2018 Michael Le Pard

August 3rd-12th 2018 : 10 DAYS/NIGHTS OF RIDING, FOOD, AND MUSIC 2018 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally – 500,000 riders, concert fanatics, and street-food enjoyers attend the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally every year. Sturgis is located in the […]

Jake Johnson and Ryan Sipes Surprise at Buffalo Chip TT presented by Indian Motorcycle

August 6, 2018 Michael Le Pard

STURGIS, SD (August 6, 2018) – Jake Johnson delivered a virtuoso performance to reign supreme in front of a wildly enthusiastic crowd of Sturgis Rallygoers who packed the house for Sunday evening’s Buffalo Chip TT […]

WEEKEND ACTION AUGUST 5th 2018

August 3, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – August 3. The opening weekend of August sees Team SUZUKI ECSTAR riders back on the MotoGP track in Brno in the Czech Republic for round 10 of the series with […]

Syahrin and Zarco Display Fantastic Opening to Second Part of 2018 in Brno

August 3, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Monster Yamaha Tech3 duo of Hafizh Syahrin and Johann Zarco commenced the Monster Energy Grand Prix Cescke Republiky with great enthusiasm and a very strong performance today. While Syahrin was incredibly fast from the […]

BRNO TO START THE SECOND HALF OF SEASON WITH ENTHUSIASM

August 2, 2018 Michael Le Pard

With 10 races still to go, the 2018 MotoGP World Championship is about to begin its second half, and after a short break of only two weeks the riders and teams are even more motivated […]

Names of Riders Set to Contest the 2018 YZ125 bLU cRU Cup SuperFinale Are Rolling In

July 26, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The 2018 Yamaha YZ125 bLU cRU Cup has attracted a host of young talent from across Europe to the Yamaha Family and the world of professional motocross racing. The YZ125 bLU cRU Cup offers kids under […]

Yamaha And Kenichi Kuroyama Win Opening Round Of 2018 Trial-E World Championship

July 17, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Competing aboard Yamaha’s all-new prototype TY-E machine, veteran trial competitor Kenichi Kuroyama has topped the opening round of the two-event 2018 FIM Trial-E Cup held in Auron, France. Extended to two rounds for 2018 following […]

The BMW MOA’s 2018 International Rally

July 16, 2018 Michael Le Pard

As your BMW MOA Rally 2018 Chair, one thing keeps popping into my head as I write this: experience. I think about what a wonderful organization the BMW MOA is and about the many member […]

Alex Rins Blog – The 2018 MotoGP Season So Far

July 16, 2018 Michael Le Pard

As the summer break is only one race around the corner, we sat down with Alex Rins to have his impressions of the first part of the season. The young Spaniard had some highs and […]

BarbersRide 2018 August 5-9

July 12, 2018 Michael Le Pard

BarbersRide has raised over £10,000 for charity BarbersRide 2017 was as much about the journey as it is was about each evenings prestigious barbering event. Over the course of 840 miles we experienced the best […]

Harley-Davidson Summer Freedom Promise 100% Trade in and Buy Back

June 25, 2018 Michael Le Pard

THIS SUMMER YOUR RIDING EXPERIENCE AND INVESTMENT IN HARLEY-DAVIDSON® IS BEING PROTECTED The Harley-Davidson® Freedom Promise: Buy a New or Used Street® or Sportster® and When You Trade-it in Within a Year of Riding, the […]

The 18th BMW Motorrad Days in Garmisch-Partenkirchen from 6 – 8 July 2018. Time for the world’s biggest BMW Motorrad meeting at the foot of the Zugspitze

June 25, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Munich/Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The 18th BMW Motorrad Days takes place from 6 to 8 July 2018 in Garmisch-Partenkirchen at the foot of the Zugspitze mountain. The event organisers are expecting some 40,000 motorcyclists from all over the […]