The Price of Orange Motorcycle Vests

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00:00The traffic in Bangkok is horrible, and the fastest way to get around is a motorcycle.

00:05But did you know that the people who wear those orange vests, do you know how much those

00:10vests can cost?

00:11They can go up to 800,000 baht.

00:14For example, in high-demand zones like Aseo, vests sell for 800,000 baht.

00:19In other areas like Klang Toei or Chong Law, prices range from 350,000 to 400,000 baht.

00:27Even smaller neighborhoods can cost tens of thousands of baht.

00:30Why so expensive?

00:32The high costs stem from underground fees, often linked to corrupt officials.

00:37Drivers must also pay monthly maintenance fees just to operate.

00:40Maybe that's why you often see the news of motorcycle taxi guys fuming over newer surfaces,

00:46where there are applications where you can call for drivers on your phone for cheaper

00:51prices.