Muhammad Priya Permana

ANALISIS FAKTOR KEPAHAMAN PERAWATAN DAN SERVIS TEKANAN UDARA PADA BAN SEPEDA MOTOR YANG MEMPENGARUHI KONSUMSI BAHAN BAKAR

Introduction

Analisis faktor kepahaman perawatan dan servis tekanan udara pada ban sepeda motor yang mempengaruhi konsumsi bahan bakar. Menganalisis kepahaman perawatan & servis tekanan udara ban sepeda motor, dan dampaknya pada konsumsi bahan bakar. Studi kuantitatif faktor pengguna di Indonesia.

Abstract

According to data from Statistics Indonesia 2023 in the upload of the Central Statistics Agency (BPS), in 2022 in Indonesia there were approximately 125.3 million motorcycle units. For several years from 2012 to 2022 it was noted that the number of motorcycles had increased by about 48.9 million units, this means that there has been an increase of about 64%. The main objective of this research is to analyze one of the factors of misunderstanding maintenance and servicing, namely the filling of air pressure in tires, which results in greater fuel consumption (cost). The abnormal state of tires affects the performance of the vehicle to be optimal and efficient. This research uses quantitative research methods. The data obtained was obtained from a survey conducted by the research to the existing sample. The survey was conducted based on several classifications regarding the understanding of motorcycle users' air pressure. The qualifications are (1) Gender; (2) Age; (3) Type of Work; and (4) Driver's License Ownership. The indicators that have been described are influenced by several dominant things. For the maintenance of filling the air pressure in the tire, the dominant qualifications are (1) Male (62.5%); (2) Age 16 - 35 years (38%); (3) Occupation type TNI / Polri (23.6%); and (4) Having a driver's license (67%). As for knowledge about the energy and cost effects of low air pressure are (1) Fuel costs per month 100,000 - 500,000 (82%); (2) Motorcycle mobility 10 - 50 KM (52.3%), (3) Frequency of filling air pressure > 1 month (45%); and (4) Many who answered yes to know the risks of low air pressure (69%). Keywords: Ignorance of Maintenance and Service, Tires.

Review

This study addresses a highly pertinent issue in Indonesia, where an enormous and growing motorcycle population presents significant challenges related to resource consumption and environmental impact. The authors aptly focus on the practical problem of suboptimal motorcycle maintenance, specifically concerning tire air pressure, and its direct implications for fuel efficiency and user costs. By targeting the "misunderstanding" of proper tire care, the research aims to uncover the underlying factors contributing to increased fuel consumption, thereby offering a valuable contribution to sustainable urban mobility and consumer education efforts. The chosen topic is timely and holds substantial real-world relevance for a country heavily reliant on two-wheeled transportation. Employing a quantitative research methodology, the study gathered data through surveys from an unspecified sample of motorcycle users. The survey instrument categorized respondents based on demographic factors such as Gender, Age, Type of Work, and Driver's License Ownership, which is a sensible approach to identify specific segments of the population. The abstract highlights several key findings: a dominant male demographic (62.5%) and younger age group (16-35 years, 38%) are most prevalent in the context of tire air pressure maintenance. Furthermore, the study indicates that users with monthly fuel costs between 100,000-500,000 IDR (82%) and those with moderate mobility (10-50 KM, 52.3%) are prominent among those with knowledge regarding the energy and cost effects of low air pressure. Notably, a significant proportion (69%) claimed awareness of these risks, yet 45% reported filling air pressure less frequently than once a month, suggesting a potential gap between stated knowledge and actual practice. While the study successfully identifies demographic profiles associated with certain maintenance behaviors and knowledge levels, the abstract leaves several critical methodological details undisclosed, which would be essential for a thorough evaluation. For instance, the size and selection criteria of the "existing sample" are not provided, making it difficult to assess the representativeness and generalizability of the findings. More importantly, while the paper aims to "analyze factors...which *results* in greater fuel consumption," the presented findings largely detail demographic correlations with maintenance practices and awareness, rather than explicitly demonstrating a causal link or quantitative impact on fuel consumption itself. Future iterations of this research would benefit significantly from a clearer definition of "misunderstanding," a more robust analysis of the direct relationship between tire pressure and fuel consumption (perhaps through empirical testing or more detailed self-reported data), and a deeper exploration into the discrepancy between reported knowledge and maintenance frequency. Nonetheless, the initial identification of specific demographic groups provides a solid foundation for developing targeted public awareness campaigns.

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