Alright, thanks for the clarification.

I already have a mirror on the left side of the handlebar.

I know elbow and knee pad might be going far, but it's just a suggestion. Having a full body "padded armor" would sound and look ridiculous.

I'm reading the new library book "Cycling for Everyone: A Guide to Road, Mountain, and Commuter Biking" (Knack Make It Easy). Quite informative.

I don't mean to give the impression that a cyclist (in this case, road cyclist-commuter) should be 'obnoxious' that irritates and enrages the motor vehicle driver. I looked at the option of being 'geared' up for protection, even shaving legs/calves so flesh won't be ripped off hot aspalt after a crash.

I tried "drive-thru" at a nearby fast-food restaurant with a "geared to the brim" bicycle (including rear rack with two baskets) one night (after close time in the interior) and the manager refused service because he doesn't consider bicycle a "vehicle."