They don’t pay toll, but many of them ride much faster than most cars, and sometimes recklessly too. Often, they ride in big groups and some have aggressive ‘marshals’ to force other motorists into submission. Of course, not all of them engage in anti-social behaviour, but we’ve all seen such antics before. So perhaps PDRM’s new special ops focusing on high-powered motorcycles is timely.
According to the deputy director of PDRM’s JSPT Bukit Aman, Mohd Nasri Omar, the cops have noted that those with high-powered motorcycles frequently ride at high speeds, among other road misdemeanours.
“As a prevention move, JSPT will have an ‘Op Khas Motosikal Berkuasa Tinggi’ nationwide, where we will focus on bikers that commit traffic offences. It’s known that motorcycles are the biggest contributor to road accidents, at 55%, higher than other vehicles,” he told Sinar Harian yesterday.
Nasri added that JSPT will always focus on motorcyclists, especially those riding high-powered bikes with this special ops. He reminded that those who ride recklessly and dangerously can be charged under Section 42(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987, and if found guilty, can be punished with jail of not more than five years, and a fine between RM5,000 and RM15,000.
The JSPT man advised all owners of big bikes to be courteous on the road, follow the rules and not to be involved in samseng jalanan activities. He added that JSPT will work together with other enforcement agencies such as JPJ and the National Anti-Drugs Agency (AADK) on this special ops.
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Comments express mixed feelings about the PDRM's "Op Khas Motosikal Berkuasa Tinggi" crackdown, with many critics arguing it’s unnecessary or selective, targeting only big bikes while ignoring smaller, more reckless riders or car drivers who also violate traffic laws. Several commenters highlight that smaller bikes often cause more accidents and that enforcement should be fair across all vehicle types. There is concern about the legality and safety of big bikes, with some suggesting they contribute to road hazards and noise pollution. Others defend motorcyclists, emphasizing responsible riding and criticizing societal attitudes, such as jealousy or stereotyping bikers as reckless or entitled. Overall, sentiments reveal skepticism over enforcement fairness, calls for broader law enforcement, and debates about road safety responsibilities.