Motorcyclists face greater risks and vulnerabilities compared to other motorists, and motorcycle crash cases represent a unique intersection of science, human behavior, and standard of motorcycle operator care. This CLE presents an impactful approach to evaluating motorcycle crashes in terms of motorcycle safety and standard of care principles. The motorcyclist standard of care practice seeks to understand factors that contribute to crashes, including operator preparedness, motorcycle condition, operator and motorcycle roadway positioning, speed, and response to circumstances of various kinds. This analysis also often considers whether and how operator actions and inactions align with a reasonable and prudent standard outlined in professional motorcycle operator training programs and state operator licensing guidelines. This CLE also discusses how this approach can be combined with human factors analysis to help attorneys and triers of fact alike more fully understand how a given crash unfolded. Whether representing municipalities, manufacturers, or other involved parties, legal professionals stand to gain valuable insights into assessing liability, working with standard of care experts, and navigating the complexities of motorcycle-related claims.