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.

Second Row for Öncü in Misano Superpole

Jun 14, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Can Öncü will line up fifth on the grid for the first FIM Supersport World Championship race of the weekend at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli after a challenging Superpole session for Yamaha. […]

Bulega first and Bautista third on a positive Friday at Misano for the Emilia-Romagna Round

Jun 14, 2025 Michael Le Pard

At the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli, Nicolò Bulega and Alvaro Bautista finished first and third in the combined standings. After finishing second in FP1, the Italian rider found a positive feeling in the afternoon […]

Unfortunate Day for GYTR GRT Yamaha at Misano After Promising Superpole

Jun 14, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Unfortunate Day for GYTR GRT Yamaha at Misano After Promising Superpole Remy Gardner and Dominique Aegerter returned to action at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli, but suffered a difficult Race 1 after a […]

Sensational Victory for Manzi in Misano Sizzler

Jun 14, 2025 Michael Le Pard

World Supersport series leader Stefano Manzi bounced back from a difficult Superpole session to take a sensational victory for Pata Yamaha Ten Kate Racing in Race 1 at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli […]

Great anticipation in Misano for the Emilia Romagna Round of WorldSBK

Jun 14, 2025 Michael Le Pard

It is the Home GP for the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team. Many guests and fans are expected at the World Misano Circuit Marco Simoncelli to cheer on Nicolò Bulega, Alvaro Bautista and the other […]

Roberts on the Podium in Shasta Ski Park Hare Scrambles

Jun 14, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Mt Shasta, CA Round Five June 8th, 2025 Roberts on the Podium in Shasta Ski Park Hare Scrambles The West Hare Scrambles was in Mount Shasta, CA, for the fifth round of the series. […]

Jhak Walker Dominates on his way to First NE Pro2 Class Win

Jun 14, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Cherryville, MO Round Four June 8th, 2025 Jhak Walker Dominates on his way to First NE Pro2 Class Win Jhak Walker was a man on a mission this weekend at the Flying W National […]

Bloss Near Top Ten Finish at Thunder Valley

Jun 14, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Lakewood, Colorado, hosted the Thunder Valley National, which was the third round of the Pro Motocross season. This was the second outdoor motocross that the Liqui Moly Beta Race team competed in this year. Factory […]

GYTR GRT Yamaha Set for Second Home Round at Misano

Jun 14, 2025 Michael Le Pard

GYTR GRT Yamaha Set for Second Home Round at Misano Remy Gardner and Dominique Aegerter are ready to return to action at the Misano World Circuit “Marco Simoncelli” as the GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK […]

Pata Maxus Yamaha Eager for Podium Performance at Emilia Romagna WorldSBK

Jun 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Pata Maxus Yamaha Eager for Podium Performance at Emilia Romagna WorldSBK Following a productive two-day test at Misano last month, Andrea Locatelli and Jonathan Rea are eager to put their respective performance findings to good […]

Nicolò Bulega renews with Aruba.it Racing and becomes a tester for the Ducati Desmosedici GP

Jun 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The Italian rider will race in 2026 in the Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) with the colors of the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati Team During the season, Nicolò will support Michele Pirro in the development […]

Yoshimura SERT Motul finished the 8 Hours of Spa 2025

Jun 10, 2025 Michael Le Pard

The 8 Hours of Spa was marked by unstable weather and tricky track conditions throughout. Gregg Black got off to an excellent start and took the holeshot from pole position. He was overtaken at Les […]

MV Agusta provides update on company’s latest developments

Jun 9, 2025 Michael Le Pard

MV Agusta is pleased to provide an update on the company’s latest developments. The separation process from KTM is advancing smoothly, with all IT systems and existing processes remaining fully operational for as long as […]

New Pirelli extrasoft rear makes its WorldSBK debut at Misano

Jun 9, 2025 Michael Le Pard

https://media.lulop.com/media/getbanner/qCGN1t9cjTUYki.jpg In the Emilia-Romagna round, of which Pirelli is the Event Main sponsor, there will be a new E0479 specification tyre that uses the standard SCQ compound but with an innovative structure · Next weekend the FIM […]

MotoGP Aragon Red Bull KTM picks up pace for 2025 development

Jun 9, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing, Red Bull KTM Tech3 and the factory’s test crew used the excellent weather and diverse challenge of MotorLand Aragon to grab more data, information and ideas for refinement of the […]