Motorcycle accidents can't always be avoided, but being aware of these leading causes of motorcycle crashes can aid in your safety while riding. Some of the common causes of accidents are:
Motor vehicles making left turns into the path of a motorcycle
Drivers that change lanes without checking their vehicle's blind spots
Speeding
Driving under the influence of alcohol (25% of motorcyclists had an illegal BAC in fatal motorcycle crashes in 2016)
Road hazards
Distracted driving