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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Mechanicsbrug, PA) With motorcycle riding season in full swing, the Shapiro Administration is reminding Pennsylvanians that training, preparation and safe riding can help reduce crashes and save lives. 

There were 2,927 motorcycle crashes on Pennsylvania roadways in 2025, resulting in 186 fatalities, according to state data. That marks a decrease of 376 crashes and 33 deaths compared to 2024. 

(“Any decrease in crashes and deaths on our roads is great news, but the only acceptable number of deaths is zero,” said PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll. “Drivers and motorcyclists should continue to share the road safely and watch out for each other so this encouraging downward trend continues until we reach zero deaths.”) 

Through the Pennsylvania Motorcycle Safety Program, riders with a motorcycle permit or license can receive training or refresh their skills through free courses designed to improve safe riding practices, regardless of experience level.

The link to find out more about this program can be found below:

Pennsylvania Motorcycle Safety Program | Driver and Vehicle Services | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania