Rainy Season in Bali: Useful Tips for Bikers
During the rainy season in Bali, the weather can change very quickly: sunshine, then clouds and a heavy downpour five minutes later. The roads become slipperier, water appears on the surfaces, and vis…
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Helmet-Free Riders Now Tracked by Smart System
Balinese traffic police are implementing a new system that monitors driver behavior in real-time.
Bali’s traffic police chief, Commissioner Turmudi, announced that the system is connected to CCTV cameras, the Electronic Traffic Law Enforcement (ETLE) system, accident databases, and public complain…
Drive Smart in Bali: Police Remind Tourists to Follow the Rules
Renting and driving a bike yourself is one of the most popular ways to get around the island.
However, every year hundreds of tourists end up in hospitals after accidents and falls on the roads. The police have launched an information campaign urging rental service owners to be more selective…
Tragic Accident in Bali: Tourist Dies After Bike Crash
A 29-year-old American, Mackenzie David Lamken, died in an accident in Bali on October 28. The crash occurred in the village of Kemenuh, Gianyar. The Yamaha Fazzio bike he was riding collided with a T…
6 Unwritten Rules of Driving in Bali
So, you’ve rented a bike or car in Bali, you’re about to hit the main road, and you’re frantically trying to figure out which of these speeding drivers will let you pass? (Spoiler: none).
The 'Surfer’s Wallet' and No Arguments: What to Do if Stopped by the Police in Bali
Sooner or later, anyone on a bike in Bali will have to meet with the local police. If you don’t behave provocatively on the road, follow at least the basic traffic rules, and know a few tricks, you do…
Gili islands
It’s a question that occasionally crosses the minds of those lucky enough to find themselves in Bali: Where do you go for a weekend getaway when you’re already in a tropical haven? One stand…
Bali to Add More Cameras on High-Risk Roads
The Bali authorities are investing in new surveillance cameras to enhance road safety. This decision comes after a series of fatal accidents and an increase in incidents in popular tourist areas.
No More Sirens: Indonesia Bans Flashing Lights on Roads
After the violent protests that swept across Indonesia, the country’s authorities seem to be paying more attention to the demands of their citizens. Therefore, Indonesian officials will now travel wit…
Torrential Rains Bring Chaos to Denpasar Streets
Since the evening of September 8, heavy rains have been falling in several areas of Bali. As a result, certain zones, including the Vanasari area in Kampung-Java (North Denpasar), experienced rising w…
