Statistics indicate that the consequences of motorcycle accidents are often more serious than car or truck accidents. According to The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motorcycle drivers suffer injury or death in more than 80 percent of all reported motorcycle accidents. Unlike a car or truck, a motorcycle provides no protection from impact in the event of a crash. When an accident occurs, the risk of fatal injury is much higher for motorcyclists than for drivers of passenger vehicles. For those who survive getting thrown off a motorcycle, the risks of head and brain injuries are significant.