Overview
- The pilot began on Tuesday, Sept. 8, operating from 04:00 to 10:00 near lane 15 at the San Ysidro port of entry to test a dedicated access lane for motorcycles.
- Tijuana’s municipal police (SSPCM) set up a coordinated traffic operation to guide riders, direct flows toward the new lane and boost patrols in tourist areas with no major incidents reported.
- During the first day of operations motorcycles formed long queues with reported waits up to 1 hour 30 minutes, though several riders said crossing by bike still beat typical multi-hour car delays.
- CBP has urged motorists to follow signage and agent instructions, published operational guidance for the trial and has not released a broader timeline for how long the pilot will run.
- Travelers should expect a brief northbound suspension at 05:46 on Sept. 11 for a one-minute silence at San Ysidro, Otay Mesa and Calexico West and account for a short delay when planning crossings.