How long do Shimano pedals last?

If you’re careful you don’t need the Shimano tool, just some grease. I’ve had SPD pedals that lasted 8yrs. Others gave up after 2-3yrs. That’s almost entirely offroad, but with less mileage (maybe 3k per year).

Why is my SPD pedal clicking?

If the click is once per pedal rotation, its 90% likely to be a bearing roller/ball or a bearing surface. The unknown is whether its inside the pedal, or there’s a chance its in your bottom bracket. A tooth on the chainring not meshing smoothly with the chain, so it Clicks audibly as the roller drops a little late.

How long does it take to service Shimano SPD pedals?

However, servicing Shimano pedals is ludicrously easy, and performing this super quick, five minute pedal refresh will ensure they keep spinning smoothly for years to come. The following process applies to both Shimano road and mountain bike SPD pedals — it also applies to Saint, XT and DX flat pedals.

Can you put a Shimano pedal body back together?

If you feel so inclined to take apart the bearing assembly — though you shouldn’t really ever have to fully dismantle it if you regularly service your pedals — be warned that it’s a bit of a faff to put it back together. Pedal body: Shimano pedal bodies are generally made of alloy or carbon composite.

What kind of wrench do I need to overhaul a Shimano pedal?

Here is a simple overhaul procedure for Shimano® pedal shaft units. The bearings may be adjusted. Some models require a 7mm wrench for the locknut and a 10mm wrench for the adjusting cone. However, some models have the locknut recessed and require a tool from Shimano®, the TL- PD-63.

What should I use to clean my Shimano pedals?

It’s good practice to get your pedals clean before servicing as it reduces the chance of introducing dirt into the pedal body. Give the pedals a good rub down with degreaser, or even better, a wash with hot soapy water and dry, ideally with a compressor before servicing.

How long do Shimano pedals last? If you’re careful you don’t need the Shimano tool, just some grease. I’ve had SPD pedals that lasted 8yrs. Others gave up after 2-3yrs. That’s almost entirely offroad, but with less mileage (maybe 3k per year). Why is my SPD pedal clicking? If the click is once per pedal…