IPOH: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has inspected 31,851 motorcycles and taken action against 4,533 motorcycles during Ops Khas Motosikal.
Its director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli said that as of Monday, the fourth day of the two-month nationwide special operation, 11,435 summonses have been issued against motorcycle users.
“This special operation is being conducted as statistics indicate that the number of accidents and fatalities from road accidents is on the rise, with 70% of these cases involving motorcyclists.
“Additionally, 135 motorcycles were seized for non-compliance with the regulations outlined in the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333) and its related provisions,” he told a press conference here yesterday.
He said five main offences were identified – 2,922 with no competent driving licence (CDL), 2,290 with an expired motor vehicle licence (LKM), 2,044 with no insurance coverage, 1,043 with technical offences, and 663 with registration numbers that did not follow specifications.
“JPJ will not compromise with any motorcyclist or pillion rider who fails to comply with established road regulations,” said Aedy Fadly.
He also said vehicle recalls involved 3,722 units due to non-compliance with safety specifications.
He added that no action will be taken against vehicle owners who don’t want to take their vehicles to service centres.
While manufacturers typically handle recalls, he said JPJ will now issue public statements to inform owners of the action needed.
“Reports and notifications must be sent to JPJ for the recalls first,” he added.
