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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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Manzi claims WorldSSP title with WorldSBK crown to be decided in Jerez

Oct 12, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Stefano Manzi (Yamaha) takes home the WorldSSP World Championship title by winning today’s Race2. In WorldSBK, victories go to Razgatlioğlu and Bulega, on Pirelli E0672 front and E0126 development rear tyres · With his win in Race2, Stefano Manzi (Yamaha) has […]

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Positive Estoril Weekend for Pata Maxus Yamaha with Locatelli and Rea in the Top Five Fight

Oct 12, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Two more hard-fought top five results keep Pata Maxus Yamaha and Andrea Locatelli’s hopes of securing the bronze medal in the 2025 FIM Superbike World Championship alive after the final day at Circuito Estoril, while […]

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Positive Sunday for Remy Gardner at Estoril

Oct 12, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Remy Gardner wrapped up a strong weekend for the GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team, claiming sixth place in the Superpole Race and seventh in the final feature race at the Circuito do Estoril, Portugal, during […]

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Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team celebrates an exciting Sunday at the Estoril circuit in Portugal

Oct 12, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Bulega triumphs in Race 2 at Estoril and Bautista (P3) completes the celebrations for Aruba.it Racing – Ducati, crowned WSBK World Champion Team for the fourth year in a row. The Aruba.it Racing – Ducati […]

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Manzi Wins Title in Style with Race 2 Victory in Estoril

Oct 12, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The second race of the penultimate round of the 2025 FIM World Supersport Championship saw Italian star, Stefano Manzi (Pata Ten Kate Racing Yamaha), storm to an incredible race victory at Estoril, clinching the 2025 […]

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The 2025 Moto Beach Classic is back

Oct 12, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Saturday October 11 — Bolsa Chica State Beach Huntington Beach, CA The 2025 Moto Beach Classic is back in Bolsa Chica State Beach in the heart of two-wheeled moto culture. Whether it’s flat track racing, […]

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The Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team closed Race 1 of the EICMA Estoril Round

Oct 12, 2025 Michael Le Pard

In Race 1 at Estoril, Bulega finishes second after chasing the win until three laps from the end. Bautista defends his P3 position to finish on the podium. The Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team closed […]

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Podium Finishes for Manzi and Öncü as Title Fight Lives for Another Day

Oct 12, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The 2025 FIM Supersport World Championship will go down to at least the final race of the weekend at Portugal’s Circuito Estoril, with Yamaha R9 riders Stefano Manzi (Pata Yamaha Ten Kate Racing) and […]

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Remy Gardner Ninth in a Consistent Race 1 at Estoril

Oct 12, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team returned to action today at the Circuito do Estoril, Portugal, for the penultimate round of the 2025 FIM Superbike World Championship. Remy Gardner delivered a solid performance to secure […]

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Locatelli’s Top Four Return Backed Up by Strong Race 1 Pace for Rea in Estoril

Oct 12, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Pata Maxus Yamaha’s riders Andrea Locatelli and Jonathan Rea both returned to the podium fight in Race 1 at Circuito Estoril, at the penultimate round of the 2025 FIM Superbike World Championship in Portugal today. […]

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Stefano Manzi Crowned 2025 FIM Supersport World Champion

Oct 12, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Stefano Manzi has been crowned 2025 FIM Supersport World Champion after securing a faultless and hard-fought Race 2 victory at the Circuito Estoril with one round remaining. The Pata Ten Kate Racing Yamaha […]

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Razgatlioğlu dominates in Estoril with Pirelli development tyres

Oct 11, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The BMW rider set a new all-time lap record in qualifying using the extrasoft E0479 development and went on to win Race1 with a E0672 front – E0126 rear combo. Second career WorldSSP win for […]

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MANUEL LETTENBICHLER WINS SEA TO SKY TO EXTEND LEAD IN FIM HEWC

Oct 11, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Manuel Lettenbichler has secured a commanding victory at round five of the 2025 FIM Hard Enduro World Championship, winning the iconic Sea to Sky in Kemer, Turkey. Delivering an outstanding performance across […]

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Mixed fortunes for Billy Bolt at Turkey’s Sea to Sky hard enduro

Oct 11, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Billy Bolt endured a tough fifth round of the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship at Turkey’s Sea to Sky, battling illness throughout the three-day event to finish an eventual 11th overall. […]

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Royal Enfield’s Build. Train. Race. Program Opens Applications for 2026 Season

Oct 11, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The First of its Kind All-Woman Racing Initiative Now Accepting Applications for its Sixth Season MILWAUKEE, (October 8, 2025) — Royal Enfield has announced its signature Build. Train. Race (BTR) Program will return for […]

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