Colorado Motorcycle Accident 2025
What Percentage of Motorcycle Riders Get in Accidents
According to data from the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcycles make up approximately 3.7% of registered vehicles in Colorado yet account for a notably higher share of traffic collisions. Nationwide figures indicate that around 1–2% of motorcycle riders may experience a collision annually, though that percentage varies based on location, road conditions, and rider behavior.
Below is a sample table illustrating estimated motorcycle accident data in Colorado over a few years:
| Year | Estimated Motorcycle Accidents | Share of Total Traffic Accidents |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 2,450 | 3.2% |
| 2019 | 2,570 | 3.4% |
| 2020 | 2,690 | 3.6% |
What Percent of Motorcycle Accidents Are Fatal
Records show that motorcycles are overrepresented in fatal crashes compared to their proportion of registered vehicles. CDOT reports that these vehicles account for roughly 18% of total traffic fatalities in the state. Nationally, NHTSA data reveals that motorcycle riders are about 28 times more likely to die in a crash than occupants in passenger cars.
Here is a brief overview of how many accidents typically result in at least one fatality:
| Year | Motorcycle Fatalities | Percentage of Motorcycle Accidents Fatal |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 98 | 4.0% |
| 2019 | 104 | 4.1% |
| 2020 | 110 | 4.1% |
Useful Links
• Colorado Department of Transportation: https://www.codot.gov
• National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: https://www.nhtsa.gov