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Foreigner Rides Motorbike in Phuket Wearing Cooking Pot Helmet

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A foreign motorcyclist in Phuket has sparked a social media frenzy after being photographed riding with a cooking pot on his head instead of a helmet. The photos, shared by The Phuket Times Facebook page on December 9, show the rider on a grey motorcycle wearing black clothing and the shiny aluminium pot. The quirky incident quickly grabbed attention, igniting both amusement and concern among Thai netizens.

 

The images, captioned with a light-hearted remark about the unusual headgear, stirred reactions ranging from jokes to serious safety discussions. Some users humorously commented on the pot's potential to heat up in the sun, while others sarcastically noted the rider's attempt at head protection. However, many criticised the behaviour as irresponsible, emphasising that the pot wouldn't protect against accidents.

 

Concerns also emerged about the implications of such acts on road safety perceptions. Several commenters highlighted the risks of severe injury or death, arguing that such behaviour might encourage others to violate traffic laws. Others viewed it as a sign of disrespect, suggesting it mocked Thailand's traffic regulations by implying foreigners could sidestep rules without repercussions.

 

This incident comes in the light of heightened scrutiny regarding foreign motorcyclists in Phuket. Recently, similar cases in the region have ignited debates over road discipline. For instance, a foreign rider faced backlash after illegally crossing a traffic island, splitting public opinion. Additionally, three foreign riders were penalised for running a red light, each receiving a 4,000 baht fine, while rental owners were also fined, according to The Thaiger.

 

In another incident, a foreign rider fled after crashing into a local baht bus and two parked vehicles, although thankfully no one was injured. These cases underline ongoing tensions around the adherence to traffic laws among foreigners in Phuket.

 

Key Takeaways

 

  • A foreign rider in Phuket went viral for using a pot as a helmet.
  • The act drew mixed reactions, highlighting road safety concerns.
  • Recent incidents have sparked debate over foreigners’ traffic conduct in Phuket. 

 

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No better or worse than the majority of Thai ‘helmets’ I see worn

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Could be that he is just af "pastarian" wearing his religious headgear...:whistling:

2 hours ago, webfact said:

This incident comes in the light of heightened scrutiny regarding foreign motorcyclists in Phuket.

Heightened scrutiny perhaps but very little, if anything, is being done about this and the dangerous condition of the roads in Patong, for example.

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Pot head.

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A couple of years ago, I made a T-Shirt for a friend of mine with her favorite saying on it:

 

Not my circus.  Not my monkey.

 

I think the guy's an idiot, but he really doesn't affect the quality of my life one iota.  

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probably offers more protection than the average thai helmet

why always farang want to come to thailand for be in the headline of news 

On 12/12/2025 at 10:46 AM, webfact said:

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Picture courtesy of Facebook/Phuket Times ภูเก็ตไทม์

 

A foreign motorcyclist in Phuket has sparked a social media frenzy after being photographed riding with a cooking pot on his head instead of a helmet. The photos, shared by The Phuket Times Facebook page on December 9, show the rider on a grey motorcycle wearing black clothing and the shiny aluminium pot. The quirky incident quickly grabbed attention, igniting both amusement and concern among Thai netizens.

 

The images, captioned with a light-hearted remark about the unusual headgear, stirred reactions ranging from jokes to serious safety discussions. Some users humorously commented on the pot's potential to heat up in the sun, while others sarcastically noted the rider's attempt at head protection. However, many criticised the behaviour as irresponsible, emphasising that the pot wouldn't protect against accidents.

 

Concerns also emerged about the implications of such acts on road safety perceptions. Several commenters highlighted the risks of severe injury or death, arguing that such behaviour might encourage others to violate traffic laws. Others viewed it as a sign of disrespect, suggesting it mocked Thailand's traffic regulations by implying foreigners could sidestep rules without repercussions.

 

This incident comes in the light of heightened scrutiny regarding foreign motorcyclists in Phuket. Recently, similar cases in the region have ignited debates over road discipline. For instance, a foreign rider faced backlash after illegally crossing a traffic island, splitting public opinion. Additionally, three foreign riders were penalised for running a red light, each receiving a 4,000 baht fine, while rental owners were also fined, according to The Thaiger.

 

In another incident, a foreign rider fled after crashing into a local baht bus and two parked vehicles, although thankfully no one was injured. These cases underline ongoing tensions around the adherence to traffic laws among foreigners in Phuket.

 

Key Takeaways

 

  • A foreign rider in Phuket went viral for using a pot as a helmet.
  • The act drew mixed reactions, highlighting road safety concerns.
  • Recent incidents have sparked debate over foreigners’ traffic conduct in Phuket. 

 

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at least he's thinking about something on his head, not taking it off or leaving it at home. Or not even owning 1. like most

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On 12/12/2025 at 11:20 AM, JoePai said:

No better or worse than the majority of Thai ‘helmets’ I see worn

Where I live about 80% of Thai's don't wear helmets.  That includes some policemen I know.

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On 12/12/2025 at 10:46 AM, webfact said:

Concerns also emerged about the implications of such acts on road safety perceptions.

This is Thailand. No road safety perceptions.

Not the first fool to do this, nothing original.

More likely to attract a fine than deter it.

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On a hot day, a colander would be more suitable for cooling purposes :whistling:

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On 12/12/2025 at 1:36 PM, quake said:

Pot head.

Dam you beat me to it...:cheesy:

Many in Pattaya use bicycle helmets when riding motorcycles. Better than nothing but would not be legal in the West. (I know we are not in the West.)

 

By the way was the pot secured with a chin strap?

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On 12/12/2025 at 10:46 AM, webfact said:

A foreign motorcyclist in Phuket has sparked a social media frenzy after being photographed riding with a cooking pot on his head instead of a helmet.

I guess it's not as good as a construction hat the some Thais wear?

                       Thai Netizens are so gullible1  Every day, where I live, I see Thai people riding

                       on bikes, having a hardhat, instead of a REAL helmet. So, why are (Thai Netizens) so upset?

                       Every time a Farang is doing something that they are doing themselfes, it makes the news?

                       Hypocrits, the whole bunch of Thai people on the roads. When will they ever start to look at

                       what (how) they themself are behaving in traffic? I can tell you: Never!! 

                   

2 hours ago, thai006 said:

why always farang want to come to thailand for be in the headline of news 

.... For the same reasons as Thai people residing overseas.☺️

On 12/12/2025 at 11:20 AM, JoePai said:

No better or worse than the majority of Thai ‘helmets’ I see worn

looks like the same one that my wife hits me with,should be out of hospital next week !!

3 hours ago, rwill said:

Where I live about 80% of Thai's don't wear helmets.  That includes some policemen I know.

You will agree with me that it is not only in your environment, it is no different for me and I dare say it is the same throughout Thailand.

2 hours ago, Keeenok Powell said:

Jail him then deport him.

not necessarily in that order.

Why dont the thais react to the fact that 80-90 % of domestic motorbike riders dont wear any helmet nor any other safety gear???

2 hours ago, Keeenok Powell said:

Jail him then deport him.

Don't your sort normally demand a lifetime ban too ?  Why the change ? Have you realised how ridiculous it sounds

5 hours ago, thai006 said:

why always farang want to come to thailand for be in the headline of news 

Could ask the same question about the Thai women in the UK selling themselves illegally in filthy massage parlours

Maybe he was off to Cooking Class and didn't want too forget it.

20 minutes ago, Bday Prang said:

Don't your sort normally demand a lifetime ban too ?  Why the change ? Have you realised how ridiculous it sounds

Only joking kiddo.

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