JPJ launches operation on motorcycles today

The Road Transport Department (JPJ) launched a two-month nationwide operation targeting motorcyclists today.

Its director-general, Aedy Fadly Ramli, said the operation focuses on eight offences by motorcycle riders, including riding without a licence, riding without a valid licence, without insurance coverage, and breaking traffic light signals.

They will also focus on unauthorised modification of motorcycles, not wearing a crash helmet, and illegal racing.

“This special operation is mounted following the alarming statistics with the increasing trend in the rate of fatal accidents recorded by the Royal Malaysia Police, especially involving motorcycles.

“The target is to reduce the number of deaths and injuries due to road accidents through focused enforcement strategy to monitor, detect, and take action against riders and motorcycle owners who fail to comply with the stipulated regulations,” he said in a statement today.

Aedy said road users, especially motorcycle riders or pillion riders, are requested to always adhere to the road laws and regulations and be tolerant of other road users.

He also advised the public to report complaints through the MyJPJ application or email aduantrafik@jpj.gov.my.

- Bernama

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