Colorado and California are both motorcycle destination states, not only for their scenic routes but because Colorado now joins California’s lead in legalizing lane splitting for motorcycles. In August of 2024, Colorado’s General Assembly passed a bill legalizing the practice of lane splitting—and lane filtering—allowing motorcyclists to drive in the space between lanes of traffic. Still, the lane-splitting law in Colorado does not offer the same level of freedom to lane-split as California’s law, so it’s important to know when…
There are nearly 110,000 motor vehicle crashes per year in Colorado, according to records from the state’s Department of Transportation, and about 2,000 of those crashes each year involve motorcycles. Motorcycle crashes are disproportionately dangerous nationwide; 6,218 motorcyclists were killed in U.S. crashes in 2022, per the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Many crashes occur because other drivers simply don’t see motorcycles on the road, and NHTSA data also shows that more than 1 in 3 motorcyclists are not wearing…
Motorcyclists enjoy the thrill of the wind around them as they ride, but that same unencumbered experience also leaves riders at risk of serious harm in an accident. Motorcycles have no crash protection features like airbags or seatbelts. In an accident, a motorcyclist may make direct contact with the road or obstacles. But are most motorcycle accidents preventable? What if a careless driver causes an accident with a motorcyclist? How does a motorcyclist minimize their chances of experiencing an accident?…
A motorcycle ride is a thrilling experience on a weekend adventure along a scenic route, especially in a state renowned for its spectacular mountain vistas. Motorcycles are also a gas-friendly way to drive to work or school. While motorcyclists love the unbeatable exhilaration of an open-air, two-wheeled ride, the unenclosed design of a motorcycle leaves riders vulnerable to grave injuries in a crash—especially one involving a vehicle weighing an average of 4,000 pounds. A motorcycle accident is terrifying and traumatic,…
Crashes are fairly common in Denver, and they can significantly impact the people involved. Whether the injuries are minor or severe, they have to miss time doing the things they planned to deal with hospital visits, filing claims and more. After an accident, the truth is that you may be too stressed or busy to handle your insurance claim. If you have injuries, you’ll likely be focused on your health and recovery. So, what should you do after a crash…
