BANDUNG CITY – It started as a final project. The creation of a Product Design student has now gone viral on social media. The video of his work has been viewed over one million times and has received praise from netizens.

The video shows a unique motorcycle capable of navigating forest terrain silently. Surprisingly, the vehicle was built in just two months in a small workshop in the Dago Pakar area of Bandung.

“Initially, I just wanted to graduate with a work that has real benefits. I didn’t expect it to go viral,” he said.

The project was worked on with a supervising lecturer and two workshop technicians. The funding for the build came mostly from his family, who eventually supported him after seeing his seriousness.

The name SCOUTRO is taken from the Scout Trooper character in the Star Wars film, reflecting its agility for forest patrol. He is now focused on registering the design rights and preparing a proposal for an international design competition.

“Design is not just about aesthetics, but about how to create solutions for people and the environment,” he said.

Dago Pakar

Dago Pakar is a scenic hillside area located in Bandung, Indonesia, known for its lush tea plantations, panoramic city views, and recreational spots. Historically, it was developed during the Dutch colonial era as a residential area and a cool retreat from the city’s heat. Today, it remains a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking nature, relaxation, and outdoor cafes.

Bandung

Bandung is the capital of West Java, Indonesia, known as the “Paris of Java” for its colonial-era architecture and vibrant creative and culinary scenes. Historically, it gained prominence as a planned urban center under Dutch colonial rule and was the host of the landmark 1955 Asia-Africa Conference, a significant event in the Cold War era.

Star Wars

“Star Wars” is a globally influential science fiction media franchise created by George Lucas, which began with the 1977 film “Star Wars” (later retitled “A New Hope”). The franchise is set in a fictional galaxy and chronicles the epic struggle between the Jedi, who harness the light side of the Force, and the Sith, who use the dark side. It has since expanded into one of history’s most successful and enduring film series, spawning numerous sequels, prequels, television shows, books, and a vast universe of merchandise.

Scout Trooper

“Scout Trooper” refers to the fictional elite reconnaissance soldiers from the Star Wars universe, first appearing in “Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi” (1983). They are specialized Imperial stormtroopers distinguished by their lighter armor and signature visored helmets, designed for speed and agility in reconnaissance missions, often seen operating speeder bikes on forest worlds like Endor.