Quintana Roo Delays Motorcycle Vest and Helmet Rules

Chetumal, Mexico — Despite assurances from the Secretary of Government, Cristina Torres Gómez, that reforms to the Mobility Law—requiring motorcyclists to wear vests and helmets labeled with their motorcycle’s license plate number—would take effect in early April, the director of the Quintana Roo Institute of Mobility (Imoveqroo), Rafael Hernández Kotasek, acknowledged that the regulations are still under development.

Regulatory Gaps Delay Enforcement

Hernández Kotasek, who assumed leadership of Imoveqroo three months ago, stated that key details remain unresolved, including:

• Placement of the hologram displaying the motorcycle’s license plate number.
• Whether the mandate applies to all motorcyclists.
• Where the labeled gear will be sold and whether it will be free or paid.
• Procedures for motorcycles already in transit.

“The implementation process is complex, and we are drafting the regulations to address these gaps,” he explained. “We must consider individual delivery riders and those affiliated with platforms, which is why no deadline has been set.”

Safety Measure, Not Mobility Control

The director emphasized that the requirement was introduced as a security measure, as over 90% of crimes in the state involve stolen low-displacement motorcycles. “This is not about restricting motorcyclists’ mobility but about reducing crime,” he clarified.

While no enforcement date has been finalized, Hernández Kotasek assured that the rollout will be gradual once the regulations are complete. “We will first socialize the rules, clarifying who is subject to the mandate,” he said.

Ongoing Stakeholder Discussions

Imoveqroo continues to collaborate with the Secretary of Government, the Secretary of Citizen Security, the Legal Advisory Council, motorcycle clubs, riders, and delivery platforms to finalize the regulations and implementation mechanisms.