Articles by Michael Le Pard

About Michael Le Pard

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.

P2 for Acosta in Valencia and another 2025 MotoGP Sprint podium result

Nov 22, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Pedro Acosta achieved a 2nd place Sprint finish at a sunny Ricardo Tormo Circuit on the outskirts of Valencia and in front of a large attendance at the cloud-covered venue today. The Spaniard rode to […]

BMW M Award MotoGP: Record winner Marc Márquez dominates 2025 season

Nov 22, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Valencia. The winner of the 2025 BMW M Award in MotoGP™ is Marc Márquez. The record holder in this special competition has once again claimed the coveted prize for the fastest qualifier of the season […]

1-2-3 win at prestigious Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix at spectacular Guia Circuit

Nov 22, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Macau. The BMW road racers once again proved unbeatable on the spectacular Guia Circuit in Macau. At the 57th edition of the legendary Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix, they secured a 1-2-3 finish, resulting in an all-BMW […]

The Ducati Lenovo Team has completed the 2025 edition of the MotoGP World Championship

Nov 22, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The Ducati Lenovo Team wraps up the season at Valencia: Nicolò Bulega fifteenth, Francesco Bagnaia forced to retire after a crash in the early stages of the race The Ducati Lenovo Team has completed the […]

Troy Lee Designs, Red Bull, and Ducati Corse Off-Road are proud to officially announce the launch

Nov 22, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Sunnyvale, Calif., – November 18, 2025 – After months of anticipation, Troy Lee Designs, Red Bull, and Ducati Corse Off-Road are proud to officially announce the launch of their factory race team, set to make […]

Suzuki GB appoints Powerslide as official entry in British Sportbike Championship

Nov 22, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Suzuki GB has appointed Powerslide as its official entry into the Pirelli British Sportbike Championship, which runs as a support series to the Bennetts British Superbike Championship. Powerslide Suzuki will field four GSX-8Rs in the […]

Botturi Third on Stage 4 to Set Up Epic Showdown at Addax Rally

Nov 22, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team’s Alessandro Botturi, in partnership with Riders for Health (powered by Two Wheels for Life), finished third on Stage 4 at the Addax Rally in Morocco, to close the gap at […]

Gallas Wins Addax Rally After Heartbreak for Botturi

Nov 22, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Ténéré Spirit Experience rider Kevin Gallas produced a stunning performance to emerge victorious from the final day showdown at the Addax Rally with the Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team’s Alessandro Botturi, as the Italian suffered heartbreak […]

Stock, Gajser & Andrzejewski Named as 2025 YZ BLU CRU FIM Europe Cup Winners!

Nov 22, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Motor Europe is delighted to announce the winners of the 2025 YZ BLU CRU FIM Europe Cup, following an intense two days of training and assessment at the YZ BLU CRU Masterclass, held […]

Grid Spots for 2026 FIM Yamaha R3 BLU CRU World Cup Filling Fast

Nov 22, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The countdown to the 2026 FIM Yamaha R3 BLU CRU World Cup continues and with 21 riders already confirmed, it looks set to be another hotly contested year as riders battle it out for […]

$1 MILLION DONATION MADE TO HERO SUPPORT GROUPS FROM HARLEY-DAVIDSON

Nov 19, 2025 Michael Le Pard

$1 MILLION DONATION MADE TO HERO SUPPORT GROUPS FROM HARLEY-DAVIDSON® LET’S RIDE CHALLENGE™ RIDE FOR HEROES Five New Harley-Davidson® Motorcycles Awarded to Top-Scoring Challenge Riders MILWAUKEE (November 11, 2025) – Harley-Davidson today proudly announced […]

Suzuki introduces industry-leading 10-year warranty

Nov 17, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Suzuki GB has announced the launch of a new, industry-leading, Up-To-10-Year Warranty scheme. The new warranty scheme replaces the previous Up-To-Seven-Year Warranty, further emphasising Suzuki’s confidence in the reliability and durability of its products. Following […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

P2 for Acosta in Valencia and another 2025 MotoGP Sprint podium result

BMW M Award MotoGP: Record winner Marc Márquez dominates 2025 season

1-2-3 win at prestigious Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix at spectacular Guia Circuit

The Ducati Lenovo Team has completed the 2025 edition of the MotoGP World Championship

Troy Lee Designs, Red Bull, and Ducati Corse Off-Road are proud to officially announce the launch

Suzuki GB appoints Powerslide as official entry in British Sportbike Championship

Botturi Third on Stage 4 to Set Up Epic Showdown at Addax Rally

Gallas Wins Addax Rally After Heartbreak for Botturi

Stock, Gajser & Andrzejewski Named as 2025 YZ BLU CRU FIM Europe Cup Winners!

Grid Spots for 2026 FIM Yamaha R3 BLU CRU World Cup Filling Fast

$1 MILLION DONATION MADE TO HERO SUPPORT GROUPS FROM HARLEY-DAVIDSON

Suzuki introduces industry-leading 10-year warranty

New 2026 Indian Motorcycle Lineup: More Powerful Timeless Style!

Cameron Beaubier Joins Warhorse HSBK Ducati Flo4Law for 2026 MotoAmerica Superbike Championship

Second on Stage 3 for Battling Botturi at Addax Rally

Exciting New 2026 Yamaha Motorcycles Celebrate 70th Anniversary

New 2026 Indian Motorcycle Lineup: More Powerful Timeless Style!

Early Gift: 2026 Harley-Davidson Motorcycles & Veterans Day

Should This New Bike Exist? 2026 Ducati Monster+

KTM is Back Again With Huge 2026 Motorcycle Model Release!