Revision question · Alertness

When riding some motorcycles, your shoulders and arms can obstruct your view in the mirrors. What can you do to overcome this difficulty?

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Indicate earlier than normal

Fit smaller mirrors

Extend the mirror arms

Brake earlier than normal

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Extend the mirror armsThis was the right answer

It’s essential that you have a clear view all around. Adjust your mirrors to give you the best view of the road behind. If your body obscures the view, try fitting mirrors with longer stems.

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Make both mirrors usefulReviewed guidance summary · DVSA explicitly recommends longer stems when elbows obstruct the view; mirrors are not a filtering-width gauge.

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