There were 484 motorcyclist casualties recorded by police in 2024, with 241 of those being killed or seriously injured.

By distance travelled, motorcyclists have the highest rate of death or serious injury of all road users.

A motorcyclist is 50 times more likely to be killed or seriously injured in a collision than a person travelling in a car or taxi. Reducing the number of motorcyclist casualties across Wales therefore remains a priority.

To help address this disproportionate risk, Road Safety Wales is encouraging motorcyclists to ride defensively and always within the law. Drivers can play their part by taking longer to look for motorcyclists, especially when pulling out of junctions, changing lanes or when opening vehicle doors.

Always check your blind spot and look twice for bikes.