UAE Biker Sayed Omar Rizvi Dies in Crash During Test Ride
The local riding community mourns the loss of a passionate mentor and friend
UAE’s biking community is grappling with heartbreak after the tragic loss of Sayed Omar Rizvi, a much-loved figure among motorcycle enthusiasts.
Rizvi, a 45-year-old Pakistani expatriate, died following a crash while test-riding his brand-new motorcycle on the Khorfakkan highway.
According to reports, Rizvi had just received his new bike on April 23 and headed out for a test spin when his motorcycle skidded on road debris, causing a devastating accident. He was rushed to Al Dhaid Hospital in Sharjah but sadly passed away on the morning of April 24.
"We lost not just a passionate biker, but a remarkable soul,” shared Mirza Khud, founder of Pakistan Riders Group. “One of our most active members, Omar (Rizvi), was a wonderful person — full of warmth and spirit. His death leaves a void that cannot be filled.”
Rizvi leaves behind his wife, 18-year-old son, and 14-year-old daughter.
A painful pattern
Strikingly, Rizvi’s death marks the third tragic loss of an experienced rider between April 22 and 24 in the past four years. In 2022, former Indian Consulate employee Japin Jayaprakash died in a crash on April 22, followed by Hawks MC Global founder Wissam Zebian, affectionately known as "The Godfather," who passed away on April 23, 2023.
“I’m not someone who believes in curses, but it’s surreal — three experienced riders lost between April 22 and 24 over the years. It makes you wonder,” a fellow biker said.
A mentor, a brother, a legend
Tributes have flooded social media and biking groups, remembering Rizvi as a shining light in the UAE motorcycle community.
Vicky M., president of Biker Buddies Brotherhood and organizer of the Eid Charity Motorcycle Ride, said, "Rizvi was an experienced rider. I had the honour of helping him succeed at the 1,610km in 24-hour motorcycle endurance challenge in 2019. He had a helpful nature, a natural instinct to mentor others, and a unique ability to bring riders of different nationalities together. His contributions will never be forgotten.”
From cheering on rookies to building a bridge between cultures, Rizvi’s legacy rides on — in every throttle, every road trip, and every friendship he helped spark.