Look Twice, Save a Life Motorcycle Aware

August 12, 2019 - Denver Metro Area, CO DENVER – Each year after Colorado’s snowy winters, the warm summer days entice motorcycle riders to the roadways. However, taking to the roads has become more dangerous for motorcyclists in recent years. In 2018, 103 motorcycle riders lost their lives in Colorado. So far this year, 65 motorcyclists have been killed, compared to 60 at this time last year. Today, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), Colorado State Patrol (CSP), victims and motorcycle riders gathered at CDOT headquarters in Denver to remember the 103 motorcyclists killed in 2018 and to raise awareness about motorcycle safety. A display of 103 motorcycle helmets provided a visual representation of the lives lost. Governor Jared Polis issued a proclamation designating today as Colorado Motorcyclist Memorial Day. “Today we speak for the ones who can’t be with us,” said CDOT Executive Director Shoshana Lew. “If you’re in a car or on a motorcycle, we want everyone traveling on Colorado’s roads to be watchful and safe.”