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New 2026 Husqvarna + Pope’s BMW R18 + Honda’s WN7 eBike!

September 22, 2025 Michael Le Pard

As you can tell from the title, it’s been a very busy week over at Total Motorcycle and that’s not the whole story! Last week I announced the huge website update and there’s more to […]

New 2026 Kawasaki Performance Bikes & TMW Performance Updates!

New 2026 Kawasaki Performance Bikes & TMW UX Site Upgrade!

September 15, 2025 Michael Le Pard

I’m excited to announce two big performance boots today with new 2026 Kawasaki Performance Bikes that were just launched and our very own TMW Performance Updates as well for the Total Motorcycle website. Let’s talk […]

New 2026 Triumph Motorcycles Maximum Impact!

July 7, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Ladies and Gentlemen, Step Right Up to the Greatest Show on Two Wheels! Roll up, roll up, folks, and feast your eyes on the spectacular 2026 Triumph Motorcycles, exclusively showcased at Total Motorcycle – the […]

Big Upgrades and Updates at Total Motorcycle Website!

June 2, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Like Vegas, we love to give our visitors, supporters and members the big jackpot! Not only does Total Motorcycle offer up a million pages of motorcycle information, reviews, news (and more) but we are 100% […]

2026 Other Manufacturers Motorcycle Review Guides

March 26, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle’s 2026 Other Manufacturers Motorcycle Review Guides. New 2026 Bike Reviews, Huge Photos, Full Specifications. Get it all at Total Motorcycle with the 2026 Other Manufacturers Motorcycle Guide. MV Agusta – 2026 MV […]

2026 Yamaha Motorcycle Model Review Guide

2026 Yamaha Motorcycle Review Guides

March 26, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle’s 2026 Yamaha Motorcycle Review Guides. New 2026 Bike Reviews, Huge Photos, Full Specifications. Get it all at Total Motorcycle with the 2026 Yamaha Motorcycle Guide. Supersport – 2026 Yamaha YZF-R1M – 2026 […]

2026 Triumph Trident 660 Triple Tribute Special Edition

2026 Triumph Motorcycle Review Guides

March 26, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle’s 2026 Triumph Motorcycle Review Guides. New 2026 Bike Reviews, Huge Photos, Full Specifications. Get it all at Total Motorcycle with the 2026 Triumph Motorcycle Guide. Sport Clean lines, intuitive agility and focused […]

2026 Suzuki Motorcycle Review Guides

March 26, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle’s 2026 Suzuki Motorcycle Review Guides. New 2026 Bike Reviews, Huge Photos, Full Specifications. Get it all at Total Motorcycle with the 2026 Suzuki Motorcycle Guide. Sportbike When the original Suzuki GSX-R750 arrived, […]

2026 Royal Enfield Motorcycle Review Guides

March 26, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle’s 2026 Royal Enfield Motorcycle Review Guides. New 2026 Bike Reviews, Huge Photos, Full Specifications. Get it all at Total Motorcycle with the 2026 Royal Enfield Motorcycle Guide. Street Motorcycles – 2025 Royal […]

2025 Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello Wind Tunnel

2026 Moto Guzzi Motorcycle Review Guides

March 26, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle’s 2026 Moto Guzzi Motorcycle Review Guides. New 2026 Bike Reviews, Huge Photos, Full Specifications. Get it all at Total Motorcycle with the 2026 Moto Guzzi Motorcycle Guide. Street – 2026 Moto Guzzi […]

2026 LiveWire Motorcycle Review Guides

March 26, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle’s 2026 LiveWire Motorcycle Review Guides. New 2026 Bike Reviews, Huge Photos, Full Specifications. Get it all at Total Motorcycle with the 2026 LiveWire Motorcycle Guide. Electric Bikes – 2026 LiveWire One – […]

2026 KTM Motorcycle Review Guides

March 26, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle’s 2026 KTM Motorcycle Review Guides. New 2026 Bike Reviews, Huge Photos, Full Specifications. Get it all at Total Motorcycle with the 2026 KTM Motorcycle Guide. Supersport – 2026 KTM 990 RC R […]

2026 Kawasaki Motorcycle Review Guides

March 26, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle’s 2026 Kawasaki Motorcycle Review Guides. New 2026 Bike Reviews, Huge Photos, Full Specifications. Get it all at Total Motorcycle with the 2026 Kawasaki Motorcycle Guide. Hyperbike – 2026 Kawasaki Ninja H2R ABS* […]

2026 Indian Motorcycle Review Guides

March 26, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle’s 2026 Indian Motorcycle Review Guides. New 2026 Bike Reviews, Huge Photos, Full Specifications. Get it all at Total Motorcycle with the 2026 Indian Motorcycle Guide. FTR – 2026 Indian FTR – 2026 […]

2026 Husqvarna Motorcycle Review Guides

March 26, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle’s 2026 Husqvarna Motorcycle Review Guides. New 2026 Bike Reviews, Huge Photos, Full Specifications. Get it all at Total Motorcycle with the 2026 Husqvarna Motorcycle Guide. Street – 2026 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 – […]

2026 Honda Motorcycle Review Guides

March 26, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle’s 2026 Honda Motorcycle Review Guides. New 2026 Bike Reviews, Huge Photos, Full Specifications. Get it all at Total Motorcycle with the 2026 Honda Motorcycle Guide. Supersport – 2026 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP […]

2026 Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Review Guides

March 26, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle’s 2026 Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Review Guides. New 2026 Bike Reviews, Huge Photos, Full Specifications. Get it all at Total Motorcycle with the 2026 Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Guide. Engine Each is tuned to offer performance […]

2026 Ducati Motorcycle Model Review Guide

2026 Ducati Motorcycle Review Guides

March 26, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle’s 2026 Ducati Motorcycle Review Guides. New 2026 Bike Reviews, Huge Photos, Full Specifications. Get it all at Total Motorcycle with the 2026 Ducati Motorcycle Guide. Engine – 2026 Ducati Desmo 450cc Engine […]

TMW 2026 BMW Motorcycle Model Review Guide

2026 BMW Motorcycle Review Guides

March 26, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle’s 2026 BMW Motorcycle Review Guides. New 2026 Bike Reviews, Huge Photos, Full Specifications. Get it all at Total Motorcycle with the 2026 BMW Motorcycle Guide. Sport – 2026 BMW M1000RR* – 2026 BMW […]

2026 Aprilia Motorcycle Review Guides

March 26, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle’s 2026 Aprilia Motorcycle Review Guides. New 2026 Bike Reviews, Huge Photos, Full Specifications. Get it all at Total Motorcycle with the 2026 Aprilia Motorcycle Guide. Road Bikes – 2026 Aprilia RSV4 Factory […]

Total Motorcycle Year End Review: Riding into 2025!

December 27, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Ever get caught riding into a rain storm? I know I have and if you packed the right gear and ride carefully you’ll be fine… otherwise, prepare to get very, very wet. Storm clouds are […]

2025 Motorcycle Models

Interactive Friday: Modern Bike or Vintage? Brand Loyalty & Stuff!

September 27, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Are you ready for another Interactive Friday at Total Motorcycle? This week’s Modern Bike or Vintage? Brand Loyalty & Stuff title might make you scratch your head wondering, but they were are Top 3 topics […]

Interactive Friday: Motorcycles, Engines and Your Experiences!

August 23, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Another great week of Interactive Friday: Motorcycles, Engines and Your Experiences over here at Total Motorcycle for our forum readers and @totalmotorcycle followers! So many engaging discussions took place this week! Did you post to our […]

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Total Motorcycle’s Inspiration Friday Evolves into Interactive Friday!

August 9, 2024 Michael Le Pard

We are excited to announce Total Motorcycle’s Inspiration Friday Evolves into Interactive Friday! As announced last week in Inspiration Friday #300, we are mixing things up and trying something new. We want YOUR input, YOUR […]

25 Years of Total Motorcycle Canada Day & Independence Day Celebrations!

July 1, 2024 Michael Le Pard

It’s crazy to think 2 countries share the longest undefended border in the world. No giant walls, no VISA required, no AI machine guns and no mass illegal crossings. It’s the similarities and good nature […]

Total Motorcycle’s 2025 Motorcycle Model Guides Filling up!

May 6, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Smell that? That’s the awesome and fresh smell of new 2025 motorcycles in the air mixed with a new Spring riding season! And with that, we are starting to get the first batches of 2025 […]

Inspiration Friday: Handbuilt Motorcycle Show & 4/14 Day party!

April 12, 2024 Michael Le Pard

April is going to be a busy month for motorcyclists, motorcycling and motorcycle events on Total Motorcycle and on Twitter/X! This weekend is two big events at the same time you have to check out! […]

All-New 2025 Indian Scout Lineup at Total Motorcycle

April 3, 2024 Michael Le Pard

For over 100 years the Indian Scout has represented iconic American design, with a silhouette that shines with heritage and tradition. Leveraging the timeless style and perfect proportions that make up Scout’s DNA, the all […]

Happy Easter From Total Motorcycle!

March 29, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Happy Easter From Total Motorcycle! Many people have a long weekend ahead of them, and while some will enjoy a wonderful meal with the family, others will take the opportunity to go for a long […]

Happy New Year 2024 from Total Motorcycle!

December 31, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Happy New Year 2024 from Total Motorcycle! To all our readers, members, social media subscribers and supporters, I want to wish you the very best for 2024 to you and your family. Thank you for […]

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year 2023 from Total Motorcycle!

December 18, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year 2023 from Total Motorcycle to all our extended family around the world (that includes you) who have visited, read and supported Total Motorcycle throughout 2023 and as far back […]

2023 BMW R18 & RnineT 100 Years: 1923 Limited Editions

January 2, 2023 Michael Le Pard

A warm welcome back to Total Motorcycle 2023 and our 24th year online as we pass 400 million readers thanks to your much appreciated support! As TMW hits our 24th year, BMW is celebrating their […]

Happy New Year 2023 From Total Motorcycle!

December 26, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Wishing all our staff, supporters, members and millions of visitors a Happy New Year 2023 from all of us at Total Motorcycle! I hope that 2022 brought you closer to friends, family and a great […]

Merry Christmas 2022 From Total Motorcycle!

December 16, 2022 Michael Le Pard

I do love Christmas, it’s not only a special time of year where people get together again but also a time filled with smiles, happiness and goodwill towards all. Brightly colored twinkling lights, the falling […]

Inspiration Friday: 8311 Days of Inspiration

June 3, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Welcome to Inspiration Friday: 8311 Days of Inspiration, our 201st Friday of Inspiration Friday and 8311 day of Total Motorcycle being online! That’s a lot of days, weeks and free inspiration to support new riders, […]

Updated Spirit & Freecom Cardo Communicators – TMW Reports!

March 25, 2022 Eric Leaverton

You’ve probably seen the sexy new Updated Spirit & Freecom Cardo communicators in your local motorcycle shop, tuxedo black boxes with bold splash graphics. Spirit, Spirit HD, Freecom 2X, and Freecom 4X are the latest […]

Inspiration Friday: National Get Outdoors Day

June 4, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Let’s celebrate this weeks Inspiration Friday: National Get Outdoors Day by being outside, enjoying the warmth of sunshine, wide-open greenspaces, our own backyard or our nation’s parks, forests and wildlife refuges. Just 20 minutes will […]

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Inspiration Friday: Total Motorcycle Turns 50

May 14, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle started in 1971 and celebrating 50 years! Today I bring our readers a very special semicentennial edition of Inspiration Friday: Total Motorcycle Turns 50 this weekend. That’s Mr. Mike “aka Total Motorcycle”, founder […]

Unleash the Beast… 2021 KTM Motorcycles

April 12, 2021 Michael Le Pard

Unleash the Beast… 2021 KTM Motorcycles are here! Interstellar V-twin performance, refined and reassessed, pure performance. Just pick a point on a map, drop a pin, and hit the road in new beastly street bikes, […]

2021 Kawasaki and Kawasaki and more Kawasaki Motorcycles!

October 26, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Must-see 2021 Kawasaki Motorcycles, more 2021 Kawasaki and Kawasaki and more Kawasaki Motorcycles than you can shake a stick at! With 2020 being a crazy year I’m so happy to see the new 2021 models […]

Stop Thief! Location Tracking App

October 5, 2020 Eric Leaverton

We all hate a thief, right? Having your bike stolen is always a traumatic event, but having safeguards can make it less so. The Monimoto Smart Tracker location tracking app is one such safeguard. This […]

An Indian Summer Ep13: Springfield Passenger Paradise or?

August 24, 2020 Carrie Leaverton

‘Sharing our Passion for motorcycles is what we at Total Motorcycle are all about. We took a couple friends out on the open road to experience the thrill of the 2020 Indian Springfield Dark Horse. […]

Honda’s First 2021 ATVs/Quads are Here on Total Motorcycle

June 25, 2020 Michael Le Pard

IT’S TIME TO GET OUT Many of us appreciate our time outdoors more than ever. So we’re even happier to announce our latest 2021 Honda FourTrax ATV models—the 2021 Honda Rancher, Foreman, Rubicon and Rincon […]

Life Got You Stressed? Play games at TMW Arcade!

March 16, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Life Got You Stressed? Play games at TMW Arcade! Total Motorcycle has 365 games to keep you entertained for months if you are finding yourself with free time. With everything from classic, strategy, action, sports […]

Total Motorcycle Site Improvements Updates and Upgrades Complete

February 3, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Wonderful news everyone! In my continual efforts to make Total Motorcycle the best experience for my visitors (you) on the internet I (and my host Idleserv) have completed some big updates and upgrades behind the […]

TMW Coverage: Winter Motorcycle Shows 2020

January 3, 2020 Michael Le Pard

As the Motorcycle Shows across the USA and Canada are starting up and shifting into high gear Total Motorcycle will be there to cover them for you again this year! Plus find dates/times/places and event […]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year From Total Motorcycle

December 23, 2019 Michael Le Pard

I would like to wish everyone a Joyful Christmas and a Happy 2020! 2019 has been an impressive year which brought our readers hundreds of new motorcycle models, dozens of new product reviews and many […]

Hyperdrive Loading Speeds Engaged on Total Motorcycle

December 19, 2019 Michael Le Pard

As today is the release of Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker in theaters I thought it was the perfect time to let you know that we have hyperdrive loading Speeds Engaged on Total Motorcycle! Pages […]

Happy 20th Anniversary Total Motorcycle!

September 30, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Happy 20th Anniversary Total Motorcycle! 20 great years helping 320 million great riders around the globe. 1 guy and team of great volunteers who each and everyday, unselfishly, pour their passion into TMW so we […]

2020 Motorcycles Have Arrived!

July 5, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Jump for Joy, the 2020 Motorcycles Have Arrived! Check out the best 2020 Motorcycle Model Guides on the internet right here on Total Motorcycle. Exciting new bikes from BMW, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Husqvarna, Indian, KTM, Moto […]

2019 Handbuilt Motorcycle Show – TMW Was There!

April 25, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The 2019 Handbuilt Motorcycle Show is an inspiring showcase of works from builders and craftsmen that combine knowledge, skill, ingenuity to create one-of-a-kind truly hand-built machines and Total Motorcycle covered it again this year! Bruce […]

Total Motorcycle News Daily, events and stuff that matters to riders

April 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Into Racing? We have full coverage of the MotoGP, WorldSBK, FIM, Superbike, AMA Racing and much more! Plus the latest manufacturer news, new models announcements, events, rallies and so much more! TMW brings you motorcycle […]

2019 Calgary Motorcycle Show – TMW Reviews

January 10, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle reviewer, Bruce Ross, was at the 2019 Calgary Motorcycle Show to cover the first 2019 motorcycle show for our readers! Exciting new 2019 motorcycles, major manufacturers, stunt shows and vendors galore make this […]

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 […]

Passion, Community and Support – TMW Community Forums

December 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

There are so many great works I could use to describe our TMW motorcycle forums, but words cannot really describe the great our forum members are. Dedication, passion, community, support, selflessness, helpfulness and kindness can’t […]

New 2019 Motorcycle Model Extravaganza!

November 8, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Where to start? With over 125 great, never before seen new 2019 motorcycle models launched this week, EXTRAVAGANZA may be too small of a word! Each one is showcased on Total Motorcycle, 4k images, full […]

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 […]

Total Motorcycle to Cover AIMExpo Vegas this Weekend

October 11, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle is sending two of our review staff to cover the first motorcycle show of the year in Vegas by AIMExpo! They will be reporting back on new 2019 models, inside information, show exhibits […]

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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. […]

Review: Rowdy Women’s Vest by Viking Cycle

September 5, 2018 Carrie Leaverton

When Viking Cycle gave TMW the opportunity to review the new Rowdy Women’s Vest, I just couldn’t wait for it to arrive. I love a good leather vest and they’re a necessity in every biker […]

2019 Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Model Guide now up on Total Motorcycle

August 23, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Christmas in August and it’s time to open up over 40 new 2018 Harley-Davidson motorcycle models gift wrapped to you by Total Motorcycle! With show-stopping finishes, advanced technology, exclusive components and attention to detail that […]

TMW Review: REV’IT! Ignition 3 jacket and pant combo has you covered

July 2, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Let’s face it, riding can sometimes be an uncomfortable choice between keeping safe on the bike and not looking like a “biker” when you’re off the bike. Choices can be limiting and sometimes there are […]

TMW Review: Ciro 3D Premium Smartphone Holder

June 14, 2018 Eric Leaverton

Whether for good or for ill, it’s just a fact that riders are using their cell phones in the cockpit. Audio streaming, GPS navigation, telemetry logging apps and “vlogging”, the list goes on and on. […]

Total Motorcycle GDPR compliant. Privacy and Trust.

May 31, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Thank you VERY much for being a big part of Total Motorcycle! As many of you may already know there is a push for internet sites and services to protect and look after your data […]

Vote on the Top Bikes of 2011 – 2018 on the Total Motorcycle Cool Wall Grand Finale

May 18, 2018 Michael Le Pard

8 years, 400 Weeks, 100’s of models, millions of votes. Our Total Motorcycle Cool Wall has been with us since the start of 2011 and for 8 years on every Friday we posting interesting, cool, […]

Total Motorcycle Gear Review – Scorpion Review Roundup

April 6, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle had the opportunity to review several items from Scorpion that should appeal to a variety of riders and provide varying degrees of protection at the same time. Aaron Heinrich provides us with our Spring […]

Total Motorcycle Employs Artificial Intelligence

March 15, 2018 Michael Le Pard

With the addition of Artificial Intelligence, Total Motorcycle is now (most likely) the most advanced motorcycle site in the world. Over the past 8 months TMW has evolved significantly. Full device responsiveness, latest WordPress templates, […]

2018 Honda Gold Wing Tour Airbag Automatic DCT

Total Motorcycle Cool Wall 2017 Results

October 6, 2017 Michael Le Pard

#1 Bike of 2017 – 2018 Honda Gold Wing Tour Automatic DCT – Voted – 92.2% Cool – Nov. 3rd to Nov. 10th, 2017 You Voted. You Debated. And now The Results. Cool Wall 2017 […]

18th Anniversary of Total Motorcycle Supporting Riders

September 28, 2017 Michael Le Pard

18 Years Ago This Month, Total Motorcycle Was Created. I set out to create a website that focused on the love of riding and bringing that joy and passion to new and old motorcyclists worldwide. […]

2017 Moto Guzzi MGX 21 Flying Fortress Reviewed: What The Media Says

August 30, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Moto Guzzi MGX-21 Flying Fortress: This ain’t your Granddaddy’s bagger! The 2017 Moto Guzzi MGX 21 Flying Fortress takes that storied brand, which has been in continuous production since 1921 into full-throated adoption of high-tech […]

Ducati News – 2018 Ducati Multistrada Enduro Pro @ Total Motorcycle

August 27, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Conquer new worlds with the new Multistrada Enduro Pro The trailblazing spirit of the Multistrada continues with the new Multistrada 1200 Enduro Pro with even more ADV capability. The new sand-colored paint has a rough […]

2017 Victory Motorcycle Models at Total Motorcycle

September 21, 2016 Michael Le Pard

Get it all at Total Motorcycle: Big Bike Reviews, Full International Specifiations and Huge Photos. < Back 2017 Motorcycle Model Guides Next > Aprilia Beta BMW Can-Am CCW Ducati Harley-Davidson Honda Husqvarna Hyosung Indian Kawasaki […]

Beginner’s Guide to Motorcycling: Section One

September 21, 2016 Michael Le Pard

Section One: The First Steps < Back Beginners Guide to Motorcycling Index Next > Section 1 Section 1.5 Section 2 Section 2.5 Section 3 Section 4 Section 5 Section 5.5 Section 6 Section 6.5 Section […]

Total Motorcycle Bike, Gear and Product Reviews

Total Motorcycle Bike, Gear & Product Reviews

September 20, 2016 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle Bike, Gear & Product Reviews “Professional. Unbiased. Quality second to none. With 400 Million Readers and 24 years in online we have built a solid, trustworthy and dependable reputation. Total Motorcycle is your […]

Total Motorcycle Online Volume Converter

September 20, 2016 Michael Le Pard

Total Motorcycle conversion guide to calculate / convert from one unit of measure to another. Online Converter Guide Area Energy Force/Torque Fuel Economy Length/Distance Power Pressure Speed Temperature Volume Weight Convert: Minims, Cubic Centimeters (cc), […]