How to Adjust Motorcycle Mirrors?

[McLucy]

Prepare the tools needed for adjusting motorcycle mirrors. Adjust your sitting posture to find a comfortable riding position. Adjust one side of the mirror to observe behind you, and the other side to observe about three-quarters of the area behind you, then secure it with tools.

[VanHarmony]

To adjust motorcycle mirrors properly, I believe safety is the top priority. Having ridden for over a decade, I always spend time checking the mirrors before hitting the road to ensure they clearly reflect vehicles behind and road conditions, avoiding blind spots. The steps are simple: Sit upright on the bike as you would while riding, start the engine but don’t rush off, gently turn the mirror adjustment screws while observing until you can see about two meters of road area behind your shoulders. Don’t forget to adjust both sides symmetrically so you won’t miss vehicles behind when changing lanes. I prefer testing in parking lots or open areas, having someone walk behind the bike to check if the mirror’s field of view is wide enough. Regularly inspect for loose mirrors—if they shift often on bumpy roads, tighten the screws. In short, though a small task, proper mirror adjustment significantly reduces accident risks, especially at night or in rain, where clear visibility is life-saving.