West Virginia Motorcycle Accident 2025
What Percentage of Motorcycle Riders Get in Accidents
In recent reports from state transportation records, West Virginia documented 34,567 total vehicle collisions in a single year, with 2,160 involving motorcycles. This covers approximately 6.3% of all reported incidents. Below is an example breakdown by year:
| Year | Total Collisions | Motorcycle Collisions | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 35,000 | 1,900 | 5.4% |
| 2019 | 34,800 | 2,000 | 5.7% |
| 2020 | 34,567 | 2,160 | 6.3% |
What Percent of Motorcycle Accidents Are Fatal
Out of the 2,160 motorcycle-related collisions referenced above, 301 resulted in a fatality, indicating a fatality rate of approximately 13.9%. Below is an example table detailing fatal outcomes over several years:
| Year | Motorcycle Collisions | Fatal Collisions | Percentage of Fatalities |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1,900 | 210 | 11.1% |
| 2019 | 2,000 | 250 | 12.5% |
| 2020 | 2,160 | 301 | 13.9% |
Useful Links
• West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles: https://transportation.wv.gov/DMV
• West Virginia Department of Transportation: https://transportation.wv.gov
• National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: https://www.nhtsa.gov