Originally Posted by
Troul
Having it mounted where the OP has it shows the real colors of the character caught in the act. I'm not going to want an attitude misrepresented on camera.
Either way has its merits.
When I review in my rear facing camera what drivers do, I'm generally pleased that they follow patiently and pass when it's safe. If that's the result of the camera being so visible, then it has served its second purpose.
Once in a cycling event, I asked the organizer why can't the police escort be in plain clothes instead of in uniform. That way they can nab the bad drivers who act normally as if the police weren't around.