5 Major Causes of Motorcycle Accidents
The joy of riding a motorcycle is one of the most underrated things in life. A motorcycle is an expression of freedom and adventure. Thrill-seekers regularly get their high from going for long drives. Motorcycles, however, do come with their share of risks. The following statistics shed some light on motorcycle usage and accident trends.
Motorcycles account for 3% of all registered vehicles in the US.
Motorcyclists constitute 14% of all traffic fatalities.
There was an 8% increase in fatalities among motorcycle riders and passengers from 2020 to 2021.
83% of motorcycle fatalities occurred in good weather.
59% of individuals who died in motorcycle accidents were wearing helmets.
53% of motorcycle accidents involved 2 vehicles.
71% of crashes occurred to motorcyclists ...