Only one state had a lower crash rate. Crash Rate Is Well Below the National AverageAccording to the report, New York has 90.69 motorcycle crashes per one million residents ages 15 to 19. This Is Why New York Ranks So WellResearchers say several factors may help keep young riders safer in New York. The study took a look at the state's busy road system, stronger traffic enforcement, and large teen population as reasons the crash rate is lower than in many other states. Get our free mobile appMontana Had the Highest Crash RateAt the other end of the list, Montana ranked as the state with the highest crash rate for young motorcycle riders.