2 Moped Riders Seriously Injured in Waikiki Crash

Collision occurred on Royal Hawaiian Avenue near Kalakaua Avenue

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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Two men were seriously injured after the moped they were riding rear-ended another vehicle on Royal Hawaiian Avenue in Waikiki on Friday afternoon. The moped riders, a 25-year-old man and a 53-year-old man, were not wearing helmets at the time of the crash and were ejected from the moped. They were transported to a hospital in serious condition.

Why it matters

Moped crashes are a common occurrence in Waikiki, a popular tourist destination with heavy traffic and pedestrian congestion. This incident highlights the importance of helmet use and safe riding practices to prevent serious injuries, especially among visitors unfamiliar with local road conditions.

The details

According to the Honolulu Police Department, the moped was traveling southbound on Royal Hawaiian Avenue near Kalakaua Avenue when it rear-ended another vehicle driven by a 49-year-old man with a 29-year-old female passenger. The impact caused the two moped riders to be ejected from the vehicle. The driver of the other vehicle remained at the scene and was uninjured, while his passenger was taken to the hospital in good condition.

  • The crash occurred at around 3:37 p.m. on Friday, February 21, 2026.

The players

Honolulu Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the crash.

Honolulu Emergency Medical Services

The agency that treated and transported the injured parties to the hospital.

25-year-old man

The driver of the moped involved in the crash.

53-year-old man

The passenger on the moped involved in the crash.

49-year-old man

The driver of the vehicle that was rear-ended by the moped.

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What’s next

The Honolulu Police Department is continuing to investigate the cause of the crash, and it is unclear if any charges will be filed.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder for moped riders in Waikiki to always wear helmets and exercise caution when navigating the busy streets, especially in areas with high tourist traffic.