5 reasons why you should install rearview mirrors on your motorbike

1. Comply with Traffic Laws

Of course, the first thing to do when installing a rearview mirror is to comply with the law. Specifically, Decree 46/2016/ND-CP dated May 28, 2016 stipulates a fine of VND 80,000 to VND 100,000 for the lack of a rearview mirror on the left side of the driver or having one but it is not effective. It can be seen that the law only stipulates penalties for the above case, but for vehicles without a right rearview mirror, the traffic police cannot fine vehicles without a right mirror.

To accurately determine whether the rearview mirror meets the standards or not, the driver can look at some signs such as the mirror must have a reflective function. Or all mirrors must have adjustable viewing area. The edge of the mirror's reflective surface must be inside the protective housing (mirror base) and the edge of the protective housing must have a curvature radius "c" with a value of not less than 2.5 mm at all points and in all directions.

In addition, the area of ​​the reflecting surface shall not be less than 69 cm2. In the case of a circular mirror, the diameter of the reflecting surface shall not be less than 94 mm and not more than 150 mm. In the case of a non-circular mirror, the size of the reflecting surface shall be large enough to accommodate an inscribed circle of diameter 78 mm, but must fit within a rectangle of size 120 mm x 200 mm.

2. Beware of thieves

It can be said that installing a rearview mirror is a good measure to prevent bad guys from following you. Drivers can observe who is following them through the rearview mirror to respond in time. At this time, many solutions can be proposed such as turning into another road to lose the subject, or stopping at a coffee shop or crowded places to avoid being followed by bad guys.

Usually, bad guys often take advantage of the loopholes of not installing a rearview mirror to follow and stalk you. In addition, installing a rearview mirror also helps you avoid objects with strange behavior, helping you quickly detect and think of ways to deal with them.

3. Ensure traffic safety

Installing a rearview mirror can help drivers observe the traffic situation behind to make timely judgments and handle situations when turning. Many cases are due to carelessness or forgetting to observe, causing tragic accidents.

Especially with the current traffic situation in Vietnam, everyone should equip their motorbike with a rearview mirror to ensure safety for themselves and their families. No matter what the situation is, you must pay attention to the rearview mirror to avoid dangers coming from behind.

4. Increase aesthetics

Installing a rearview mirror not only ensures traffic law requirements, traffic safety or prevents bad guys, but also has an important effect, which is to increase the aesthetics of your motorbike.

A beautiful motorbike with full accessories will be much more attractive and eye-catching than a motorbike without a rearview mirror. Many people also think that a motorbike without a rearview mirror will look like a headless snake, reducing the aesthetic factor of the vehicle.

5. Serving the beauty needs of women

Especially for office ladies, the rearview mirror is an indispensable beauty tool. In addition to the small hand-held mirror, women can use the rearview mirror to adjust their makeup, hair and clothes when necessary. In addition, the rearview mirror is also an indispensable item for women to quickly fix small errors in appearance to be more confident in work and communication.

With the above 5 reasons, everyone will understand the value that a rearview mirror brings. From there, equip yourself immediately to avoid breaking the law and ensure your safety when traveling on the road.