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Shimano M540 SPD Pedals
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Shimano M540 SPD Pedals

Item # 705310

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These lightweight pedals feature an open pattern that helps shed mud for worry-free riding.

  • Fluorine-coated binding claws allow for easy entry and release
  • Pedals are dual-sided for easy entry and feature strong, durable CrMo spindles with 8mm Allen wrench mounts
  • Low-maintenance sealed bearing cartridge axles
  • Shimano SH51 cleat included
  • An 8mm Allen wrench is required for installation, sold seperately

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Item 705310

Shimano M540 SPD Pedals Specs

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Description

Weight346 grams
MaterialChromoly spindle

Shimano M540 SPD Pedals Customer Reviews

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Shimano M540 SPD Pedals
 
4.8

(based on 5 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Lightweight (5)
  • Adjustable (3)
  • Dual sided entry (3)
  • Increases pedaling efficiency (3)
  • Reliable entry/exit (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

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      • Avid cyclist (4)

      Reviewed by 5 customers

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      Nov

      26

      2008

      (8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Best Pedals for Commuting

      By pdx_commuter

      from Portland, OR

      About Me Avid Cyclist

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Adjustable
      • Dual Sided Entry
      • Increases Pedaling Efficiency
      • Lightweight
      • Reliable Entry/Exit

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Road Biking
        • Upgrade

        Comments about Shimano M540 SPD Pedals:

        When I first built my Surly Pacer I put the Shimano Ultegra SPD-SL pedals on it. Those were excellent pedals once you got clipped in, but they were too hard to get clipped into. I rode with them for a couple of years because I kept thinking that if I just practiced more I would get the hang of them. I never did.

        Fairly recently I switched to CrankBrothers EggBeater SL pedals. They were easy to clip into, but I didn't like the feeling they had once I was clipped in. There was A LOT of float, and there was no delineation between float and unclipping.

        These pedals are the best of both worlds. They are just as good as the Shimano Ultegra pedals when you are clipped in, and they are just as easy to clip into as the CrankBrothers EggBeater SL pedals.

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        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

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        Jul

        19

        2008

        (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Solid

        By Starborne

        from Oregon

        About Me Weekend Warrior

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Adjustable
        • Dual Sided Entry
        • Good Platform
        • Increases Pedaling Efficiency
        • Lightweight
        • Reliable Entry/Exit

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Mountain Biking

          Comments about Shimano M540 SPD Pedals:

          My first clipless pedal, and I am very pleased. Pro riders may find they are too easy to release, although I'm sure adjusting the tension can remedy this (at my current skill level, I like being able to get out of them easily). Just remember to securely tighten your cleats to your shoes before riding, or else you might end up pulling your shoe off the cleat and leaving the cleat stuck in the pedal... oops.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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          Sep

          12

          2007

          (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Easy in and out

          By fatolman

          from Seattle, WA

          About Me Avid Cyclist

          Pros

          • Adjustable
          • Dual Sided Entry
          • Good with mountain shoes
          • Increases Pedaling Efficiency
          • Lightweight
          • Reliable Entry/Exit
          • Small size

          Cons

            Best Uses

              Comments about Shimano M540 SPD Pedals:

              Good basic pedal, inexpensive, solid click in, easy to walk on with mountain bike shoes

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

              (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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              Jul

              14

              2009

              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Perfect Pedals

              By HikerBabe

              from Philadelphia

              About Me Avid Cyclist

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Easy to use
              • Highly Compatible
              • Lightweight
              • Rugged

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Casual Trails
                • Cross Country
                • Road Riding

                Comments about Shimano M540 SPD Pedals:

                I have recently *become* a semi-avid cyclist. (Was more of a casual rider before.) Just got my first high-end road bike and wanted to go all the way and get my first clipless pedals. I've always been so intimidated by them -- I've heard so many people talk about how long it takes to get used to them. I did have a friend give me a little tutorial, and I practiced getting in and out of them a few times before going out on a long ride. That's something I would definitely recommend if you've never gone clipless before. These are surprisingly easy to use, and I really like going clipless. These pedals have just enough float so that my feet don't feel confined. I like the fact that you can pull up in addition to pushing down on the pedals -- more efficient and takes some of the pressure off of your feet. These are technically for mountain bikes, but there's no reason you can't put them on a road bike so long as your shoes are compatible. These pedals are pretty easy to get in an out of, and they have definitely improved my riding experience. I'm very happy with them -- they made my first clipless experience a very good one!

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                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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                May

                15

                2009

                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                Simply Outstanding!!!

                By T.L. Burnett

                from Anchorage, AK

                About Me Avid Cyclist

                Site Member

                Pros

                • Easy to use
                • Lightweight
                • Reliable
                • Rugged

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Road

                  Comments about Shimano M540 SPD Pedals:

                  Very easy to use and maintain. It doesn't take long to get accustomed to. I like the option to change the tension spring and it's double-sided. Definitely worth the money.

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                  Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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