Kentucky Motorcycle Accident 2025
What Percentage of Motorcycle Riders Get in Accidents
In recent years, data gathered from official state and federal sources highlights the proportion of motorcycle riders in Kentucky who experience collisions. The table below shows an overview of registered motorcycles and related crash statistics:
| Year | Registered Motorcycles | Motorcycle Collisions | Fatalities |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 100,000 | 1,200 | 70 |
| 2021 | 105,000 | 1,250 | 80 |
| 2022 | 110,000 | 1,350 | 95 |
In 2022, for example, approximately 1,350 motorcycle collisions occurred among 110,000 registered motorcycles. This indicates that around 1.23% of the state’s registered motorcycle population encountered an accident that year.
What Percent of Motorcycle Accidents Are Fatal
Using the same data from 2022, 95 fatalities were reported. This represents roughly 7% of all motorcycle accidents that year resulting in a fatal outcome. Similar patterns can be observed in previous years, suggesting that fatal crashes consistently account for a noticeable share of total motorcycle collisions.
Useful Links
• Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
• National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
• Kentucky State Police