Call to review Sabah Moto Day following public complaints over traffic, noise
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah government has been urged to review the format, venue, and operating conditions for Sabah Moto Day (SMD) to minimise traffic disruptions and inconvenience to the public.
KOTA KINABALU – Calls have risen for a review of Sabah Moto Day (SMD) following public concerns over traffic issues and community disruption. Datuk Dr Aliakbar Gulasan, Karambunai assemblyman, argued that while SMD successfully attracted youth interest in motorcycling, improvements were needed to alleviate traffic congestion and noise pollution.
The event's ninth edition saw thousands of motorcyclists participate, aiming to promote road safety, healthy lifestyles, and anti-drug awareness. However, Aliakbar suggested a controlled venue and stricter safety protocols to prevent road disruptions. The event faced criticism over littering, noise, and dangerous stunts, with calls for designated noise control zones in urban areas.
The Universiti Malaysia Sabah Student Representative Council had also previously objected to hosting the event due to its negative reputation.
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