STATEWIDE, Colo. (KKTV) – Colorado State Patrol (CSP) said troopers have seen a rise in deadly motorcycle crashes since last year.

According to CSP, the above-average temperatures in November and December could be one reason behind the uptick. They said most riders usually put away the bikes as temperatures drop around November, but with the weather staying warmer, riding season has been extended.

“This week, as the weekend’s snow melts away, the forecast looks warm again and will likely tempt many avid riders,” Col. Matthew C. Packard, chief of the Colorado State Patrol, said. “Drivers are not accustomed to seeing many motorcycles this time of year, but should stay alert to avoid unattended collisions.”

State Patrol shared a graph that shows the number of deadly motorcycle crashes last year compared to the four-year average.

In November 2025, CSP said there were four more deadly crashes and five more crashes with injuries, while in December 2025, they said there were three more deadly crashes and three more crashes with injuries.

Check out the graph below:

State Patrol said that the top three citations issued to motorcycle riders by troopers were careless driving, operating a motorcycle without endorsement and speeding 10 to 29 mph over.

“Riders are not starting the year off right. If you intend to bring your bike out on warmer days, put safety first,” Col. Packard said. “Troopers already investigated one fatal motorcycle crash in January of 2026, and this isn’t very common. We’ve only had one recorded fatal crash covered in the last four years.”

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