El Paso, TX — September 25, 2025, a New Mexico man was injured in a motorcycle accident at about 9:20 p.m. on U.S. Route 54/Patriot Freeway.

A preliminary accident indicates that a 2012 Kawasaki Ninja ZX motorcycle was heading north near Altura Avenue when it crashed into a retaining wall amid severe crosswinds.

The motorcyclist, a 28-year-old New Mexico man, was seriously injured in the crash, according to the report. His name has not been made public yet.

Authorities have not released any additional information about the El Paso County crash at this time.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

Moments of sudden loss on the road often leave more questions than answers. Especially when a rider ends up seriously hurt, it’s natural to wonder what factors may have converged to cause the crash, and whether it was truly unavoidable. Before drawing conclusions, there’s a responsibility to ensure every relevant angle has been looked at closely.

Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? When wind is cited as a factor, it can sometimes overshadow other crucial elements that deserve just as much attention. Did the investigators conduct a full reconstruction of the scene? That includes checking the rider’s path, analyzing speed and determining whether steering or braking occurred before impact. Serious motorcycle crashes should prompt a detailed technical review, but in many jurisdictions, the level of investigative training and attention can vary. It's worth asking whether enough time and expertise were dedicated to separating speculation from fact.

Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? With high-performance motorcycles, even small mechanical issues — like a locked steering damper or uneven brake response — can become catastrophic, especially in challenging conditions. Was the Kawasaki Ninja thoroughly inspected for pre-existing mechanical failures? Wind may have played a role, but that doesn’t exclude the chance that something went wrong with the bike’s control systems, especially if it struck the wall without signs of evasive movement.

Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected? Many newer motorcycles have onboard systems that record aspects of vehicle operation. GPS data, engine diagnostics and even mobile phone records might help paint a clearer picture of what happened leading up to the crash. Without that information, it’s difficult to know if the rider attempted to correct course or if something interfered with that ability.

Thorough crash reviews aren't about placing blame. They’re about making sure nothing is missed. Even when conditions seem to provide an explanation, deeper questions can still change the narrative.

Key Takeaways:

• Not all crash investigations involve the same level of technical review.
• Mechanical issues should be ruled out, especially when conditions are challenging.
• Electronic data could confirm what actions were or weren't taken before impact.