Authorities in central Vietnam are investigating an incident involving two foreign nationals who were reportedly seen riding high-capacity motorcycles without using their hands—an act considered both reckless and illegal under Vietnamese traffic law.
Traffic police in Quang Nam Province confirmed they have summoned two foreign individuals, along with the owners of the motorcycles—both Vietnamese citizens from neighboring Da Nang City—for questioning. The foreigners had rented the large-displacement motorcycles from the two owners.
The investigation follows a video that went viral on Facebook on Sunday, showing a group of motorcyclists riding along Vo Chi Cong Street in Quang Nam. In the footage, two men, identified as foreigners, were seen riding without holding the handlebars. The motorcycles involved bore Da Nang license plates.
Senior Lieutenant Colonel Phan Thanh Hong, head of Quang Nam’s traffic police unit, stated that the behavior displayed in the video posed serious danger to both the riders and others on the road. “This is a clear violation of Vietnam’s Law on Road Traffic Order and Safety. Regardless of nationality, everyone must respect and follow Vietnamese laws,” he emphasized.
Police are currently reviewing video evidence and documentation, including vehicle rental contracts, to verify the identities of the riders and determine appropriate legal action. If the foreigners are confirmed as the individuals in the video, they could face severe penalties.
Under Vietnam’s Decree 168, riding a motorcycle without hands on the handlebars is considered a serious offense. Violators may face confiscation of the vehicle and a suspension of their driver’s license for 22 to 24 months.
Authorities say the case serves as a reminder to both locals and visitors: while Vietnam welcomes tourists and expats, public safety and adherence to traffic laws are non-negotiable.
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Source: Vietnam Insider