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60.94
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Pros & Cons
Pros & Cons
- The price/quality ratio of these pedals is very good.
- These pedals incorporate the technique of much more expensive pedals!
- These pedals are the work horse of Shimano pedals.
- These pedals are a bit on the heavy side.
Specifications
Specifications
| Brand | Shimano | |
| Pedal type | 2-point mount | |
| Weight | 350 grams | |
| Quality | Better | |
| Extra cage | No extra cage | |
| Discipline | Cross-Country MTB / Cyclocross / Gravel | |
| MTB pedal type | Clipless Pedal | |
| Cleat Type | Shimano SPD | |
| Pedal Axle Material | Chromoly Steel |
An excellent clipless pedal for off-road use, thanks to the open clip-in mechanism and low weight a good pedal for competition riders.
High quality, durable pedals
Shimano PD-M540 SPD's are versatile pedals of the sort of high quality one expects from Shimano. They feature much of the technology found in higher end pedals, but for a fraction of the price!
Shimano PD-M540 pedals are made from strong aluminium. With a design that's proved to be strong and efficient, these pedals can do the dirty work without looking overly massive.
Use-friendly and long-lasting
The open click mechanism on these Shimano PD-M540 click pedals ensures that you can click in securely in all conditions. As this pedal has click mechanisms on both sides, you don't have to worry about the position of the pedal. You can always click in!
The bearings in this pedal have a good seal and are resistant to rain, sand and mud. Also, the Chromoly steel shaft is protected against rust, creating a very good durability.
High quality, durable pedals
Shimano PD-M540 SPD's are versatile pedals of the sort of high quality one expects from Shimano. They feature much of the technology found in higher end pedals, but for a fraction of the price!
Shimano PD-M540 pedals are made from strong aluminium. With a design that's proved to be strong and efficient, these pedals can do the dirty work without looking overly massive.
Use-friendly and long-lasting
The open click mechanism on these Shimano PD-M540 click pedals ensures that you can click in securely in all conditions. As this pedal has click mechanisms on both sides, you don't have to worry about the position of the pedal. You can always click in!
The bearings in this pedal have a good seal and are resistant to rain, sand and mud. Also, the Chromoly steel shaft is protected against rust, creating a very good durability.
• Type of axle: CrMo steel
• Adjustable spring
• The open clip-in mechanism has been designed specifically, in order to prevent accumulation of mud.
• Easy to clip in or out
Weight excluding cleats (Weighed by Mantel):
• 350 grams per set
• Adjustable spring
• The open clip-in mechanism has been designed specifically, in order to prevent accumulation of mud.
• Easy to clip in or out
Weight excluding cleats (Weighed by Mantel):
• 350 grams per set
• Set of SPD-PD-M520 pedals
• Set of SPD SH-51 single release cleats
• Set of SPD SH-51 single release cleats
Reviews
Reviews
Average from 105 reviews
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Most recent reviews
5 / 5
Does what it should for a competitive price.
- Jan 18 February 2026
These SPD pedals do what it should for a competitive price. They are slightly more expensive than the PD-M520 version, but they use slightly more reliable material and also weigh just a little less.
Pros & Cons
Beautiful design
Does its job
Easy to assemble
No
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5 / 5
Quality SPD pedals at a reasonable price
- Benoît 22 December 2025
Apart from a slight weight saving, the top models don't add much, quality pedals designed to last
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4 / 5
Good pedals for this price.
- Erik 19 December 2024
If you are not so concerned with weight, certainly as good as the more expensive XTs
Pros & Cons
Easy to service
Look good
Price/quality very good
Play in cleats could be less
Automatic translation
4 / 5
Shimano quality that can take a beating
- Thibo 18 November 2024
More expensive pedals that can take a beating. Shimano pedals can always be used for a good long time without any problems. By the way, these pedals also have the looks of the more expensive models, but at a fraction of the price.
Pros & Cons
Build quality
Durability
Looks
Price
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4 / 5
Great pedals!
- Lianne 3 November 2024
Great pedals, does what it needs to do
Pros & Cons
Cheap
Cleats included
Clicks in and out easily
Not the lightest
Automatic translation
5
Jan, 18 February 2026
Does what it should for a competitive price.
These SPD pedals do what it should for a competitive price. They are slightly more expensive than the PD-M520 version, but they use slightly more reliable material and also weigh just a little less.
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Beautiful design
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Does its job
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Easy to assemble
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Automatic translation
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Thibo, 18 November 2024
Shimano quality that can take a beating
More expensive pedals that can take a beating. Shimano pedals can always be used for a good long time without any problems. By the way, these pedals also have the looks of the more expensive models, but at a fraction of the price.
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| 105 reviews | 21 reviews | 6 reviews | 45 reviews | |
| Pedal type | 2-point mount | 2-point mount | 2-point mount | 2-point mount |
| Weight | 350 grams | 392 gram | 330 grams | |
| Quality | Better | Good | Good | Better |
| Extra cage | No extra cage | No extra cage | No extra cage | |
| Discipline | Cross-Country MTB / Cyclocross / Gravel | Cross-Country MTB / Cyclocross / Gravel | Cross-Country MTB / Trail MTB / Gravel / Trekking / City / E-Bike | Cross-Country MTB / Cyclocross / Gravel |
| MTB pedal type | Clipless Pedal | Clipless Pedal | Combination Pedal | Clipless Pedal |
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All specifications
General
Brand
Shimano
Pedal type
2-point mount
Weight
350 grams
Quality
Better
Extra cage
No extra cage
Discipline
Cross-Country MTB / Cyclocross / Gravel
MTB pedal type
Clipless Pedal
Cleat Type
Shimano SPD
Pedal Axle Material
Chromoly Steel
Body Material
Aluminium
Cleats included
Yes
Clip-In Mechanism
Double-sided
Adjustable spring tension
Yes
Bearing Type
Cup & Cone
Cage Material
Aluminium
Application CX / Gravel
Cyclocross / Gravel