Abu Dhabi authorities have announced new traffic regulations restricting delivery motorcycles from using selected high-speed roads across the emirate, in a move aimed at improving road safety and traffic flow.
According to Abu Dhabi Mobility, delivery motorcycles will be prohibited from entering roads with speed limits of 120 km/h or higher. The restriction will also apply to a section of Sheikh Zayed Street, specifically the stretch between Sheikh Zayed Bridge and Sheikh Zayed Tunnel. The new rule is set to take effect from May 15.
Why Abu Dhabi Introduced the New Delivery Bike Rule
The decision comes as part of wider efforts by Abu Dhabi authorities to enhance road safety for both delivery riders and other motorists. High-speed roads can pose significant risks for motorcycles, especially in busy traffic conditions where speed differences between vehicles can increase the likelihood of accidents.
Officials said the new restrictions are intended to create safer driving conditions while also helping improve traffic movement on some of the emirate’s busiest routes.
What Delivery Riders in Abu Dhabi Need to Know
Delivery riders operating in Abu Dhabi should plan alternative routes and avoid entering restricted highways once the regulation comes into force.
Businesses that rely on delivery services may also need to adjust route planning and delivery timings, especially for trips that previously depended on high-speed road access.
Road Safety in Abu Dhabi
The latest move highlights Abu Dhabi’s continued focus on traffic safety, especially for vulnerable road users such as motorcyclists. As delivery services continue to grow across the UAE, authorities are increasingly introducing targeted regulations to improve safety standards for riders and the wider public.
For residents and drivers in Abu Dhabi, the new delivery motorcycle restrictions are expected to contribute to safer and more efficient roads across the emirate.
