Ojek Palang, a Unique Transportation from Tasikmalaya

Did you know in Cipatuah, Tasikmalaya, there is a unique transportation? By using motorcycle, they explore every corner of streets which not all street are smooth.

Sometimes, they have to conquer the dirt path, precipitous and uphill road.
They had to be very careful especially if it is muddy. The wheel of motorcycle must be chained in order to not slippery. The tracks are very dangerous with ravine on the right and left side.

 People called them ojek palang. To get into the remote areas, the villagers relied heavily on this transport. For its balance, they usually adjust the position of the passenger. The maximum load is 9 people, 4 people on the both side and one people behind the driver. For the goods, the maximum load is up to 500 kg.

They used RX King only with a touch of modification on the frame and sprocket. The other types of motorcycle cannot survive with such rugged terrain. They are not ordinary. Salute for their courage to face the pretty heavy terrain.

How is it? Do you brave enough to try a unique transportation like this?  

References : kompasiana.com, youtube.com, maskurmambang.com

Pictures : google.com