Becaks were banned within the Jakarta city limits in 1994. At that time, former President Soeharto wanted to eradicate becaks from the city streets because they caused traffic problems. However, you can find an occasional becak driver in certain locations within Jakarta. Becak can also be found at the junction of main roads and smaller country lanes. Becak are widely missed by people who live in housing complexes off the main roads and small roads which are not serviced by bus routes – as their means of transportation. A becak seats two passengers. If we want to ride it with more comfort, choose the one with a plastic sheet that protect passengers during rain. Bargain before you get in and prepare some small change to pay. What is the reason to eradicate becaks?

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