Around 6,000 bikes are seized every month in Sharjah, find out why?

Sharjah: In an ongoing effort to make Sharjah’s roads safer for everyone, the Sharjah Police are cracking down on the misuse of various types of bikes—especially the unlicensed and often dangerous “boshra’a” bikes.

Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Marzouq Khalfan Al Naqbi, Head of the Traffic and Patrols Department, shared insight into the work being done behind the scenes to manage the growing presence of electric scooters, bicycles, and other personal transport devices in public areas.

“We’re constantly running inspection campaigns targeting different types of bikes across Sharjah,” Lieutenant Colonel Al Naqbi said. “We want the public to know that we are working closely with relevant authorities to address these challenges and ensure safety for all.”

Boshra'a bikes

One major area of concern is the increasing use of “boshra’a” bikes—small, often homemade or modified bikes that don’t meet road safety regulations. These bikes are not only illegal, but they also pose a real threat to both their riders and others on the road.

“These bikes do not meet basic safety standards, and they violate traffic laws,” Lieutenant Colonel Al Naqbi explained. “We seize around 6,000 of them every month as part of our efforts to keep the roads safe.”

But what happens to these bikes once they’re confiscated? The police don’t simply store them away. Instead, they’ve teamed up with Bee’ah, a leading environmental services company, to recycle the bikes in a sustainable and responsible way.

Unsafe bikes

“The goal is to ensure these unsafe bikes don’t make it back onto the streets,” he said. “Through our partnership with Bee’ah, we’re able to prevent them from being resold or reused, which helps reduce the risk to the public.”

On the positive side, for those who do want to use electric scooters or bicycles responsibly, the city is making room. Designated bike paths are already in place in locations such as Al Hira Beach, various parks, and along Maliha Road. Plans are underway, in coordination with the Roads and Transport Authority, to create even more bike-friendly routes throughout the city.

Dedicated lanes

“We want to encourage safe, legal bike use,” Lieutenant Colonel Al Naqbi added. “By creating dedicated lanes and enforcing rules, we’re aiming to build a safer and more organized environment for everyone.”

Whether it’s enforcing the law or promoting safer alternatives, Sharjah Police remain committed to protecting residents and road users. As the city continues to grow, these efforts are a key part of shaping a safer, more sustainable future.