Foreign Rider Criticised for Thick Smoke After Engine Revving

Foreign Rider Criticised for Thick Smoke After Engine Revving in Phuket

A foreign motorcyclist in Phuket has drawn sharp criticism on social media after repeatedly revving his bike, creating large clouds of smoke that disrupted local residents and tourists. Residents and local netizens slammed the rider for what they described as irresponsible and disruptive behaviour in a popular tourist area. Photographs and videos circulated online showing dense fumes from the bike’s exhaust, with commenters calling for respect for public spaces. Some locals urged authorities to step in and regulate such disruptions more strictly. The incident has prompted conversations about tourist conduct and local tolerance in Thailand’s resort towns.