Dubai Police nab motorcyclist speeding at over 290 km/h, doing stunts on a lark

Dubai Police nabbed a motorcycle rider who appeared in a video clip moving at a speed exceeding 290 kilometres/h, performing dangerous stunts by riding on one wheel and weaving between vehicles in a clear disregard for traffic laws and the safety of others, according to Brigadier Juma Salem Bin Suwaidan, Acting Director of the General Department of Traffic at Dubai Police.

Bin Suwaidan indicated that Dubai Police took the necessary legal measures against the rider, as the motorcycle was impounded, and the provisions of Local Decree No 30 of 2023 regarding vehicle impoundment were applied, which stipulates a fine of up to Dhs50,000 to get it released, in addition to referring the rider to the competent authorities to complete legal proceedings against them.

Bin Suwaidan said that such actions are not merely traffic violations, but rather reckless behaviour that could end in a tragic accident within a few seconds. He explained that losing control of a motorcycle at a speed exceeding 290 km/h leads in many cases to it skidding for long distances, exposing its driver to horrific accidents which may cause death, serious injuries, or permanent disabilities.

Bin Suwaidan added: "Moving between vehicles at this insane speed poses an extreme danger, making a collision difficult to avoid, whether by the rider or the driver of the other vehicle.

"Driving on one wheel is one of the most dangerous stunts, because it eliminates a large part of the motorcycle's balance and reduces the rider's ability to steer and brake, and doubles the probability of it skidding or swerving suddenly in the presence of any bump or object on the road, or when wind blows or the road surface condition changes," Bin Suwaidan affirmed.

He also stressed that Dubai Police will not tolerate such reckless behaviour, and that smart systems and field enforcement teams are capable of monitoring and catching the perpetrators.