California Motorcycle Accident 2025
What Percentage of Motorcycle Riders Get in Accidents
According to publicly available data from multiple government sources, an estimated percentage of motorcycle riders are involved in accidents each year. The figures below are illustrative and do not represent official, final counts.
| Year | Estimated Registered Motorcycles (CA) | Reported Motorcycle Accidents | Approx. Percentage of Riders in Accidents |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 870,000 | 15,500 | 1.78% |
| 2018 | 880,000 | 15,800 | 1.80% |
| 2019 | 900,000 | 16,000 | 1.78% |
What Percent of Motorcycle Accidents Are Fatal
Although most motorcycle crashes do not result in fatalities, a notable subset of collisions prove deadly. The percentages shown here are based on approximate data.
| Year | Total Motorcycle Accidents | Fatal Accidents | Approx. Percentage Fatal |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 15,500 | 500 | 3.2% |
| 2018 | 15,800 | 490 | 3.1% |
| 2019 | 16,000 | 520 | 3.3% |
Useful Links
• National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA):
https://www.nhtsa.gov
• California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS):
https://www.ots.ca.gov
• California Highway Patrol (CHP):
https://www.chp.ca.gov