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Brno rewrites a piece of Ducati history becoming the first rider

July 20, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Marc Márquez has written a new chapter in Ducati’s history at the Automotodrom Brno by becoming – aboard the Ducati Lenovo Team’s Desmosedici GP – the first rider of the Borgo Panigale manufacturer to claim […]

A triumph which deservedly goes down in Aprilia Racing history

May 26, 2025 Michael Le Pard

God save the Bez MARCO BEZZECCHI AND APRILIA RACING TAKE VICTORY IN THE SILVERSTONE RACE It is a triumph which deservedly goes down in Aprilia Racing history. Marco Bezzecchi took victory in the Silverstone race, […]

RM Sotheby’s MotoGP history as 2025 British Grand Prix approaches

May 20, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Round seven of 2025 MotoGP gets underway this weekend at Silverstone and to warm-up for a prestigious round of the calendar, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing have aligned with renowned collector car and motorsport auction […]

WorldSBK history as Bautista completes a spectacular Sunday after a fantastic comeback

February 23, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Nicolò Bulega enters right into the history of the Australian Superbike Round. The Italian rider closed out the opening weekend of the 2025 WorldSBK season by not only taking three wins but also by finishing […]

The Honda Safety Institute celebrates its 15 years of history with a new milestone

October 30, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The prestigious motorcycle training centre began its journey in 2009 and has since trained 30,000 users in safe driving. The HIS incorporates into its extensive training program a new course aimed at younger users, exclusively […]

Ducati wins twentieth Manufacturers’ Title in its history in WorldSBK

October 19, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Jerez de la Frontera, Spain, 19 October 2024 – The results of Race-1 of the Spanish Round underway at Jerez de la Frontera have mathematically handed Ducati the WorldSBK Manufacturers’ Title for the 2024 season. For the […]

History as First bLU cRU YZ Cup Rider to Win Junior Motocross World Title

July 17, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Levi Townley Makes History as First bLU cRU YZ Cup Rider to Win Junior Motocross World Title Making his debut on European soil at the 2024 Junior Motocross World Championship in Heerde, The Netherlands, Yamaha’s […]

Arguably the closest MotoAmerica Superbike Championship in history

July 11, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati descends on the legendary WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca for round six of the 2024 Steel Commander MotoAmerica Superbike Championship Sunnyvale, Calif., July 10, 2024 — There are many fine racetracks around […]

TOUGHEST MUD RACE IN MXGP HISTORY?

May 8, 2024 Michael Le Pard

In the most gruelling of racing environments, Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s newest recruit, Andrea Bonacorsi, made a splash at the fifth round of the MXGP World Championship in Agueda, Portugal, powering his YZ450FM through […]

Rode into the history books at The World Center of Racing Daytona International Speedway tonight

March 10, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Josh Herrin and the Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati Team Show Perfection For The 2024 Daytona 200 Win Daytona, Fla. March 9, 2024 — Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati’s Josh Herrin rode into the history books at […]

Nicolò Bulega makes Superbike history with first Pole Position and Winning Race as rookie

February 24, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Perfect Saturday for Bulega with pole position and victory on his WorldSBK debut. Bautista crashes after a great recovery but keeps charging to take one point. At the iconic Phillip Island circuit in Australia, Nicolò […]

MotoGP takes on first Indian GP in MotoGP history

September 20, 2023 Michael Le Pard

The Ducati Lenovo Team ready to tackle the first MotoGP Indian GP The Ducati Lenovo Team will return to the track this weekend to take on the first Indian GP in MotoGP history. The event […]

History Awaits Pata Yamaha Prometeon WorldSBK in Return to Imola

July 12, 2023 Michael Le Pard

History Awaits Pata Yamaha Prometeon WorldSBK in Return to Imola For the first time in many years, Toprak Razgatlıoğlu and Andrea Locatelli will take on the Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari within the historic […]

Inspiration Friday: World Record Ride & Canada Day 2023

June 30, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Happy Canada Day (July 1st) to all our Canadian readers and supporters! As a veteran of the Canadian Army I picked the Canadian Red Ensign was the flag under which this nation was built (1867), […]

American Motocross History at Opening Round of 2023 Pro Motocross Championship

May 28, 2023 Michael Le Pard

PALA, Calif. (May 27, 2023) – The 2023 Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, got its 11-round summer season underway on Saturday at Fox Raceway under sunny Southern California skies for the KTM […]

Largest Auction in Non-Profit’s History is a Collector’s Dream Come True

May 27, 2023 Michael Le Pard

POWAY, Calif. (May 27, 2023) – Road 2 Recovery (R2R), the official charity of the Pro Motocross Championship, is thrilled to announce that the highly anticipated Brian Barnes’ Moto Museum Collection Auction kicks off in […]

Pittsburgh Most Attended Bagger Racing League Event in History

May 11, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Bagger Racing League: Recap and Race Results from Drag Specialties Battle of the Baggers ® Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh International Race Complex ® Hosts Most Attended Bagger Racing League Event in its History. YOUNGSTOWN, OH (MAY 9, 2023) BRL […]

First sprint race in MotoGP history at Portugal GP

March 26, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Pecco Bagnaia powers to another superb win at Portimao. Two Ducatis on the podium in Sunday’s Portuguese GP with Marco Bezzecchi (VR46 Racing Team) in third After winning the first sprint race in MotoGP history […]

Dakar Rally 2023 will go down in history as the toughest ever

January 23, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Securing victory at the 2023 Dakar Rally with Kevin Benavides, KTM secured its 19th win at the most grueling and iconic of all off-road events. Not only that, KTM secured an incredible one-two finish with […]

Verge of Creating History After Stage 11 Africa Eco Race

October 31, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Ténéré World Raid Team on the Verge of Creating History After Strong Stage 11 at the Africa Eco Race The Yamaha Ténéré World Raid Team completed the Mauritanian leg of the rally during a shortened […]

Supersport title in red for first time in MotoAmerica history

September 12, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Herrin Tops Weekend With the 2022 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship Two top-four finishes put the Supersport title in red for the first time in MotoAmerica history Sunnyvale, Calif., September 11, 2022 – At New Jersey Motorsports […]

First time in history Yamaha won all three FIM Superbike World Championship races

July 20, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Five Races, Five Wins for Yamaha at Donington For the first time in its history, Yamaha won all three FIM Superbike World Championship races with Toprak Razgatlıoğlu scoring the maximum points available at Donington Park. […]

Bugatti circuit at Le Mans mixes history and notorious changing weather conditions

May 15, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Oliveira lies 17th and a second from the Pole Position time Raul Fernandez back on track after missing Portuguese and Spanish rounds with hand problem. Jaume Masia takes 3rd place and front row slot in […]

Ténéré World Raid Team Conquer Tunisia Desert Challenge makes History

April 30, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Ténéré World Raid Team Conquer Tunisia Desert Challenge Yamaha Ténéré World Raid Team’s Alessandro Botturi made history as he secured a sensational victory in the TDC, the first for a production bike against its prototype […]

5-Time Prestigious Dakar Rally Winner Joins KTM Dakar Management

December 20, 2021 Michael Le Pard

One of the most successful riders in rally-raid history, Marc Coma has won the prestigious Dakar Rally five times, all while competing on KTM machinery. The 45-year-old Spanish star also has six FIM Cross-Country Rallies […]

Billy Bolt makes history becomes first ever FIM Hard Enduro World Champion

October 31, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Billy Bolt has made history by becoming the first ever FIM Hard Enduro World Champion. Attacking all the way during the final round of the season at Germany’s GetzenRodeo, Bolt […]

2022 Royal Enfield: Affordable & Approachable

September 27, 2021 Michael Le Pard

2022 Royal Enfield: Affordable & Approachable! Friendly power, friendly pricing, friendly weight, friendly handling and a history and style that rivals Harley-Davidson or Indian Motorcycles. Sometimes we just need happy friendly and afford bikes and […]

Czech Republic to host WorldSBK for the first time in history

August 4, 2021 Michael Le Pard

The sixth round of the 2021 WorldSBK season will take place in Czech Republic at the Autodrom Most, which will host a World Superbike Championship event for the first time ever. The Aruba.it Racing – Ducati Team […]

Yamaha Racing Makes History with Atlanta Super TT American Flat Track Sweep

May 2, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Estenson Racing Makes History with Yamaha Atlanta Super TT Sweep Estenson Racing was unbeatable at last night’s Yamaha Atlanta Super TT, making history as the first team and manufacturer to win every class at a […]

Inspiration Friday: Design Fashion & Style

April 23, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycling brings you this week’s Inspiration Friday: Design Fashion & Style, in style! 1946, quite the year for riding and the history books. First bikini, United Nations, V2 Rockets, UNICEF, “It’s a Wonderful Life”, […]

Iconic 100th Anniversary of Magnificent Motorbikes

March 15, 2021 Michael Le Pard

100 years of making motorcycles is quite an achievement. The oldest being Indian Motorcycle at 120 years and Harley-Davidson at 118 years. Now Moto Guzzi joins Indian and Harley-Davidson today with their iconic 100th anniversary […]

BMW Motorrad posts second-best sales figures in its history

January 12, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Despite the challenges resulting from the crisis, BMW Motorrad was able to deliver 169,272 motorcycles and scooters to customers in 2020 and achieved the second-best sales figures in its history. This achievement underpins BMW Motorrad’s […]

Royal Enfield Makes History with checkered flag at American Flat Track Daytona

October 17, 2020 Michael Le Pard

MILWAUKEE, Wis (October 16, 2020) — On a humid night in Daytona, Fla Johnny Lewis made history for Royal Enfield by capturing the checkered flag in the Production Twins class during the American Flat Track (AFT) […]

First time in Royal Enfield’s modern history that motorcycles will be assembled and produced

September 25, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Milwaukee, Wis September 25, 2020: Royal Enfield, the global leader in the middleweight motorcycle segment, announced it will begin motorcycle assembly in Argentina in partnership with Grupo Simpa, Royal Enfield’s local distributor in the country […]

The History Behind Ducati’s 50 MotoGP Wins

August 18, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Thanks to Andrea Dovizioso’s spectacular victory at the Austrian GP, Ducati achieved its 50th overall MotoGP success yesterday. It is an important milestone for the Borgo Panigale manufacturer: thanks to the determination and dedication of […]

Racer becomes 1st in history to win 5 consecutive WorldSSP races

August 9, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Record Breaking Locatelli Doubles Up in Portimão Thriller Andrea Locatelli became the first rider in history to win five consecutive FIM Supersport World Championship races, as the Evan Bros Yamaha WorldSSP Supported Team ace doubled […]

Honda Impala plus more at the 75 years of rare motorcycle history exhibition

June 8, 2020 Michael Le Pard

The exhibition “Montesa, the forge of a myth” can be visited at the Palau Robert on the Paseo de Gracia in Barcelona, from June 9 to September 6. The sample includes 43 motorcycle models, among […]

Inspiration Friday: Royal Enfield North America to race in American Flat Track

February 28, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Royal Enfield is going to be racing with the big boys in American Flat Track Racing. Let that sink in a bit. While there is no question Royal Enfield will be the underdog in AFT […]

Check out the Exclusive 2020 Ducati Bikes in these Rare Photos

February 17, 2020 Michael Le Pard

I have always had a spot in my heart for Ducati motorcycles. While it may be the meticulous attention to detail, I tend to think it is the company’s passion, creativity and, of course, that […]

History and Development of Husqvarna 4-stroke Enduro Machine

November 9, 2019 Michael Le Pard

THE FINAL COUNTDOWN 30. October 2019 After a 20-year absence, Husqvarna introduced their 4-stroke big-bore beast. In 1983, it tried establishing the brand as a top player on the bike market. Not only was a […]

Best Result Ever for Aprilia in the History of MotoGP

October 28, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Andrea finishes less than 8 tenths from the podium, Aleix consistently in the battle with the leaders With its riders putting in an outstanding performance, Aprilia was one of the protagonists in the Australian GP. […]

They’re Here! New 2020 Harley-Davidson’s Mix Heritage with Innovation

August 22, 2019 Michael Le Pard

A whole lotta shakin goin on at Harley-Davidson this year and the big bopper of classic cruisers just unleashed great balls of fire on their competition! New 2020 Harley-Davidson‘s nix heritage with innovation by introducing […]

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2000-2002 Total Motorcycle Logo History Page

September 27, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle Logos 1999 – 2002 A collection of artifacts of historical importance from our past. A logo is much more than just a symbol of a company, it is its face. […]

Mees Gets Redemption, Texter Makes History at Lima Half-Mile

July 6, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Grand National Champion Jared Mees has racked up 18 Main Event victories during his historic run these past two American Flat Track seasons. Saturday’s win at the Indian Motorcycle Lima Half-Mile, however, may just be […]

Van der Mark and Yamaha Make History in WorldSBK Race 1 at Donington Park

May 29, 2018 Michael Le Pard

It was a historic Saturday at Round 6 of the 2018 Motul FIM World Superbike Championship at Donington Park for Pata Yamaha Official WorldSBK Team’s Michael van der Mark as the flying Dutchman stormed to […]

Harley-Davidson 100th Anniversary, 15 years ago – A look back

May 9, 2018 Michael Le Pard

As Harley-Davidson celebrates its 115th Anniversary this year, TMW takes a look back to Harley-Davidson’s historic 100th Anniversary in 2003. There are very few motorcycle companies that have such a rich heritage, history and following […]

International Female Ride Day History

May 5, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The concept of International Female Ride Day (IFRD) and the International Ride Day history, actually rooted in a much earlier idea by its founder, finally came to reality with its introduction in Canada on that […]

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“Asphalt & Dirt – Life on Two Wheels” by Aaron Heinrich

October 23, 2017 Eric Leaverton

Asphalt & Dirt Book Review by Eric Leaverton. One of the things you learn early on when you get involved with motorcycles as a hobby is that there are as many ways to enjoy motorcycles as […]

GOOD OLD TIMES BLOG – DOUBLE CHAMPION HALLMAN

July 21, 2017 Michael Le Pard

By Kenneth Olausson – 20. Juli 2017 23-year-old Torsten Hallman was the Husqvarna-mounted rider from Uppsala, north of Stockholm, who hit jackpot in the 14-round Grand Prix season in 1963. Eight outright victories and two […]