Did 2026 start as one of the deadliest years for Colorado motorcyclists in the past decade?

Fifteen motorcyclists died in Colorado during the first three months of 2026, the deadliest start since 2017, but fatalities dropped by 24% by June 1 compared to the previous year. Motorcycle deaths in Colorado have increased by 90% since 2011, with 21% of traffic fatalities involving motorcyclists despite comprising only 3% of vehicles.