The authorities will only consider lifting the inter-district and interstate travel when close to 80 per cent of the population has been vaccinated for Covid-19, says Health Director-General, Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham.
“Once 70% of the population have been vaccinated, we may then consider reopening borders,” he said.
The government decision to lift the travel ban on Dec 7 last year resulted in outbreaks in “green states”.
“We saw on Dec 7 when the government allowed interstate travel the infection spread to other states.
“Those who were from red zones travelled to green zones, such as Kedah, Terengganu and Kelantan,” said Dr Noor Hisham.
Meanwhile, Malaysia is in discussion with other nation to allow cross-border travel after reaching herd immunity.
“Countries are discussing if we can allow cross-border travel after we have reached herd immunity.
“We are also looking at whether those who have been vaccinated are still required to undergo quarantine when entering a country,” he added.
The fourth and hopefully final phase of MCO (Movement Control Order) is now allowing two family members to travel together (in or on the same vehicle) in order to shop for necessities, food items, as well as obtaining medical services at clinics, hospitals, and such. (more…)
The Movement Control Order (MCO) is slated to end on 28th April.
There are certain steps to take after being idle for so long.
These tips can also apply should the MCO be extended.
The Movement Control Order (MCO) is slated to end on 28th April. Whether it will be extended remains to be seen and is up to speculation.
But here are the things you need to do or look out for if indeed the order is rescinded. A number of these steps can also be performed should the MCO be extended further.
1. Start the engine
If you don’t do it already every two days, it’s a good time to do so. An idling engine will at least get some oil to flow, and coolant if your bike is liquid cooled. It won’t charge your battery much but at least some. Listen for abnormal sounds. Run it for a good 20 minutes.
2. Check your bike thoroughly
Give you bike a complete check, and we don’t mean by just starting the engine. Check if the headlamp’s high and low beams are working. Similarly, check the taillamp and brake lamp. Next check the signal lamps and horn. Make sure the brakes are working. Look under the engine for signs of oil leaks. Clean and lubricate the chain. Lube the cables and moving parts.
3. Check the tyre pressures
The pressures would’ve dropped, without a doubt. So do check the pressures, at least by visiting a petrol station and reinflating the tyres while they are cold. Also don’t forget to check for signs of cracks or abnormalities on the tyres.
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4. Take time to heat up the tyres
Tyres that’ve been left alone will release its oils to the surface, making them slippery. This is especially true for sport-oriented tyres. As such, do not slam the bike into the first corner you see. I know, you’re excited to ride again and so are we, but it has to be approached carefully at first.
5. Warm up your brain and body
Take it easy at first. The brain and body need to catch up to being at speed again. Reflexes will undoubtedly be slow and takes time to adjust. Trying to get a kneedown right away at Karak will be asking for trouble. This can be seen in the high number of motorcycle accidents and fatalities after Hari Raya Aidilfitri.
6. Service the bike
You may as well service your bike. You don’t need to if you’ve covered just 1000 km before the MCO began, but it’ll be best to do so if you’ve run more than 3000 km on the current oil. Treat your bike to fresh oil, spark plugs, coolant and clean air filter. Bikes may not be living creatures, but they hate being idle as much as we do.
7. Social distancing still applies
Don’t take things for granted. The Covid-19 virus is always looking for a victim, regardless of age, race or conviction. With this in mind, do not organize large convoys or join one. Not yet. Spare one or two face masks so that you can use them should you come across large groups. Best also to spare two pairs of nitrile gloves and wear them when you’re off the bike. Oh, don’t forget a bottle of hand sanitizer.
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The MCO (Movement Control Order) has left a lot of bikes and cars vulnerable to theft as the usual crowded places are now temporarily deserted without the usual heavy traffic. A group of scumbag thieves in Penang has taken this opportunity to steal a bunch of wheels from several motorcycles at the Bukit Tengah KTM train station. (more…)
The second stage of the MCO (Movement Control Order) which has started from yesterday until 14 April 2020 will see PDRM being stricter than ever. This warning was stated by Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, Minister of Defense, as there were still many folks disobeying the rules imposed during this difficult period of time. (more…)
