Riding a two-wheeled vehicle in Malaysia can be a dangerous endeavor. In 2021, motorcycle and scooter riders accounted for seven out of every 10 traffic fatalities. For context, the country’s death rate only trails behind Thailand. Despite those figures, the Malaysian government hasn't sat by idly while fatalities continue to rise.
Authorities previously implemented dedicated motorcycling lanes on federal highways. However, restricting riders to vehicle-specific lanes has proven troublesome for local authorities. In May, 2021, officials reported that 193 motorcyclists already received summons (citations) for not riding in the designated lanes.
