Helmet Malfunction on Davao Motorcycle Ride Goes Viral on TikTok

A humorous incident unfolded in Davao City when a TikTok user captured a motorcycle ride featuring a passenger dealing with a faulty helmet. The video, posted on October 9 by user @mr.kingsman07, shows the passenger visibly uncomfortable as the helmet's visor detaches on one side and repeatedly flaps in the wind.

As they navigate city streets, the flapping visor generates a constant slapping noise that adds a comedic element to the clip. The lighthearted video quickly gained popularity online, amassing nearly 10 million views and over 900,000 likes, along with thousands of comments and shares.

Viewers found amusement both in the passenger’s predicament and the sound of the loose visor, which some compared to a tapping machine. Comments included playful remarks such as "'Kuya lumipad. hinayaan ko na lang po," (Bro flew off, I just let it happen) and "Kuya natanggal" (Bro, it fell off). Others joked about the passenger’s possible thoughts and the difficulty of maintaining shyness amid the chaos.

This viral video highlights how relatable everyday mishaps can bring laughter and connection among social media users.

— With reporting by Rosette Adel