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.

WorldSBK makes its debut at the Balaton Park circuit (Hungary)

Jul 25, 2025 Michael Le Pard

For the first time in history, the WorldSBK paddock stops off at the Balaton Park circuit in Hungary, where the 1000th race of the Superbike World Championship will be held on Sunday during the […]

Bautista sixth and Bulega eighth in Hungarian Round

Jul 25, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The first Friday of free practice at the Balaton Park circuit (Hungary) held some challenges for the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team riders. Both Alvaro Bautista and Nicolò Bulega had to contend with a third […]

New Challenge Ahead for Gardner and Aegerter at Balaton Park

Jul 25, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team is ready to return to action this weekend, 25-27 July, as the FIM Superbike World Championship heads to an all-new venue: Balaton Park in Hungary, making its debut on […]

Pata Maxus Yamaha Look Forward to New Challenge at Hungary’s Balaton Park

Jul 25, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Andrea Locatelli and Jonathan Rea are ready to take on a new challenge this weekend, as the FIM Superbike World Championship visits Balaton Park for the first time from 25-27 July. Pata Maxus Yamaha heads […]

Yamaha Factory MXGP & MX2 Teams Locked & Loaded for Loket!

Jul 25, 2025 Michael Le Pard

After a brief break, the Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP and MX2 teams are set to resume action this weekend at the 14th round of the 2025 FIM Motocross World Championship in Loket, Czech […]

Remy Gardner to Continue with Yamaha Motor Europe for 2026 and 2027 WorldSBK Seasons

Jul 25, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Remy Gardner and Yamaha Motor Europe have reached an agreement for the Australian to continue with Yamaha in the FIM Superbike World Championship for the 2026 and 2027 seasons. The 2021 Moto2 World Champion […]

Gardner Fifth Quickest on Opening Day at Balaton Park

Jul 25, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team kicked off Round 8 of the 2025 FIM Superbike World Championship at the brand-new Balaton Park circuit in Hungary with Remy Gardner finishing the opening day in fifth place […]

Öncü Secures Front Row Start on Opening Day at Balaton Park

Jul 25, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Can Öncü will start the first-ever FIM Supersport World Championship race at Hungary’s Balaton Park from second on the grid after securing the honours of top Yamaha R9 on the opening day at WorldSBK’s […]

Promising First Look at Balaton Park for Pata Maxus Yamaha in Friday Free Practice

Jul 25, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Promising First Look at Balaton Park for Pata Maxus Yamaha in Friday Free Practice Andrea Locatelli and Jonathan Rea had their first look at Balaton Park Circuit today in Friday Free Practice as they […]

BRIAR BAUMAN RACES HARLEY-DAVIDSON XG750R TO FIFTH MISSION AFT SUPERTWINS SEASON VICTORY

Jul 21, 2025 Michael Le Pard

MILWAUKEE (July 21, 2025) – Rick Ware Racing/Parts Plus/Latus Motors rider Briar Bauman rode a Harley-Davidson® XG750R motorcycle to his fifth Mission AFT SuperTwins win of the season at the inaugural Short Track at Lucas […]

See the 25 New 2026 BMW Motorcycles Just Unveiled at TMW!

Jul 21, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Are you a BMW Motorrad Motorcyclist? Maybe you are looking for your next luxury BMW and want to swap 4 wheels for 2 sportier ones that will draw admiration? Well, Total Motorcycle has what you […]

CHASE SEXTON AND RED BULL KTM FACTORY RACING CLAIM WASHOUGAL 450MX VICTORY

Jul 20, 2025 Michael Le Pard

WASHOUGAL, Wash. – Reigning 450MX Champion Chase Sexton returned to the winner’s circle in Round 8 of the 2025 Pro Motocross Championship at the Washougal National on Saturday, claiming a 1-2 moto scorecard for a convincing first overall victory of the […]

P5 finish at the Washougal National for Rockstar Energy Husqvarna’s RJ Hampshire

Jul 20, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The Washougal National marked another strong outing for Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s premier class newcomer RJ Hampshire, who claimed his third-consecutive 450MX top-five finish, while teammate Malcolm Stewart took 12th overall at Round 8 of the 2025 […]

Total domination by Aprilia Tuareg Racing at the Ro Rally Marathon

Jul 20, 2025 Michael Le Pard

JACOPO CERUTTI TAKES A TWIN-CYLINDER BIKE TO THE TOP STEP OF THE OVERALL PODIUM IN ROMANIA, MENICHINI SECOND. CLASS HAT-TRICK FOR CERUTTI, MENICHINI AND MONTANARI Jacopo Cerutti and the Aprilia Tuareg Racing Team delivered […]

Acosta doubles-up the silverware in Czechia with first 2025 MotoGP Grand Prix podium

Jul 20, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Brilliant Brno. Red Bull KTM had cause to plant another MotoGP milestone at the Grand Prix of Czechia with Pedro Acosta racing to 3rd place in front of 95,700 fans wedged into the famous Automotodrom. […]