Transport Minister Anthony Loke has reminded young Malaysians that the free motorcycle licence provided under the MyLesen B2 Programme is not a “ticket to race”, urging recipients to ride responsibly as the government intensifies efforts to curb illegal racing.
Speaking at the Negeri Sembilan-level MyLesen B2 licence presentation ceremony, Loke said about 60% of road fatalities recorded annually involve motorcyclists and pillion riders, with most victims aged below 30.
“The licence is provided free of charge so that you can ride legally. We want all of you to travel to school and return home safely every day,” he said.
He warned youths against participating in illegal street racing, stressing that weekends should not become an excuse for dangerous riding on public roads.
Loke said the quota for the MyLesen B2 Programme in Negeri Sembilan had been raised to 2,300 participants this year from 1,000 in 2025.
Of the total, 1,979 participants have obtained their Learner’s Driving Licence (LDL), while 1,879 have successfully completed training and passed the competency test to receive their Probationary Driving Licence (PDL).
Nationwide, the programme has benefited more than 100,000 Malaysians since its launch in 2023, providing legal access to motorcycle licences while improving employment opportunities, education access and socio-economic mobility.
Loke said the Ministry of Transport and the Road Transport Department would continue expanding the programme as part of broader efforts to enhance road safety, improve mobility and build a more sustainable transport ecosystem.
On enforcement, he said the recently passed Road Transport (Amendment) Bill 2026 would strengthen action against illegal racing and speed testing involving all types of vehicles.
“Those caught by the JPJ or the police for illegal racing will not only face fines but could also be imprisoned. This is a serious offence,” he said.
He also urged all new licence holders to obey traffic laws, practise safe riding and wear SIRIM-certified helmets whenever riding or travelling as pillion passengers.
