No. Loud exhaust systems violate Indonesia’s Road Traffic and Transportation Law, specifically PP No. 55/2012, which mandates compliance with noise emission standards. Violations risk fines up to IDR 5 million (≈USD 320) or vehicle confiscation under 2026 enforcement updates by the Ministry of Transportation.
Key Regulations for Loud Exhausts in Indonesia
- Noise Limits: Exhaust noise must not exceed 93 dB(A) for motorcycles and 100 dB(A) for cars, per SNI 7260:2014, enforced by the Ministry of Industry.
- Modification Bans: Altering exhaust systems to amplify noise is prohibited under Article 285 of Law No. 22/2009, with penalties enforced by local traffic police.
- 2026 Compliance Shift: Jakarta, Bandung, and Surabaya will deploy decibel meters at checkpoints, aligning with ASEAN’s 2025 vehicular noise harmonization framework.
Local governments may impose additional bylaws, such as Jakarta’s Perda No. 8/2020, which bans modified exhausts entirely in urban zones. Non-compliant vehicles face mandatory re-certification or dismantling.