HELP with shimano pedal

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Originally posted by troutstalker
😕 I just bought a new bike, and i admit i'm new to the sport. The bike came with Shimano PD-M505 pedals and these black inserts, which I asume convert one side of the pedal into platform if u don't want to use cleats. Here's the problem. I can't get one of my cleats to insert. One side works fine, the other just won't clip in. I believe its probably the tension, but not sure. Also, i can't seem to remove either of the SM-PD22 plastic platform casing, which looks like it'll have to be removed inorder for me to get to the bolt that adjusts tension... thanks inadvance if anyone has any thoughts or has dealt with this in the past.

those black platforms are for show and are not safe to ride on. and yes they are a PAIN IN THE ASS to remove. I have no advice for you other than to PULL REALLY HARD but be careful you don't hurt yourself 🙂

just spend a few more buxx 2 change the pedals....dont get clip-ons if ure new 2 the sport....your body has 2 get used to the bike in balance traction and tension points....good luck

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Originally posted by -m A s s-
just spend a few more buxx 2 change the pedals....dont get clip-ons if ure new 2 the sport....your body has 2 get used to the bike in balance traction and tension points....good luck

I'd disagree with that

If you are doing mainly XC then keep the SPDs and run them fairly loose until you get used to them, they are a hell of a lot safer than straps!!! ( and i've got the scars to prove it )

those plastic platforms are only good for hopping on the bike to go down to the shops so get them out either by yanking them out or by taking the bike back to where you got it and asking them to get them out!

Dont even ride to the shops on the platforms. While the platforms are firmly clipped to the pedals they are not stable enough for regular riding. Easy for your foot to slip.

They are supplied to conform to CPSC regulations that require pedals to have reflectors.

If you are not confident about using clip-in pedals, or you don't want to invest in cycling shoes right now, change your pedals.

There are a number of pedals that are dual function, clip-in one side, regular cage style the other.

I know it has been a long time since this thread was posted, but someone searching for an answer to this problem may find this helpful.

A large set of Channelock pliers will twist the Shimano platform reflectors right out of the pedals just as you would kick your heel out. These platform reflectors come on many new spd equipped bikes to satisfy legal requirements... they are useless as platforms. Take them off, or change the pedals completely.

Quoted post said:

Originally posted by troutstalker
😕 I just bought a new bike, and i admit i'm new to the sport. The bike came with Shimano PD-M505 pedals and these black inserts, which I asume convert one side of the pedal into platform if u don't want to use cleats. Here's the problem. I can't get one of my cleats to insert. One side works fine, the other just won't clip in. I believe its probably the tension, but not sure. Also, i can't seem to remove either of the SM-PD22 plastic platform casing, which looks like it'll have to be removed inorder for me to get to the bolt that adjusts tension... thanks inadvance if anyone has any thoughts or has dealt with this in the past.

The stock cleat with your bike/pedal (as it is OE only) is the SM-SH51 cleat. This is a single release cleat - meaning you twist your foot to either side to release. Shimano also make a multi-release cleat - SM-SH55 - which is great for beginners because if you pull up in a sketchy situation then you will pull your foot out of the pedal. This could save you some scars 🙂

and Channelock pliers will work okay, but loosen the tension and then just stick a flathead in the back and pop it out. Works like a charm !!

peace out

hi i have the same peddles and am looking for some shoes but dont know where to start any help please. i have the shimano sm-pd22. can i keep the reflector pedal on all the time even if i have the shoes?😕

thanks Colin

p.s i have the service instructions for the sm-pd22 it tells you how to remove then reflector.

bigdom1uk said:

hi i have the same peddles and am looking for some shoes but dont know where to start any help please. i have the shimano sm-pd22. can i keep the reflector pedal on all the time even if i have the shoes?😕

thanks Colin

p.s i have the service instructions for the sm-pd22 it tells you how to remove then reflector.

Hey Colin. The only reason that the SM-PD22 reflector unit is included with the pedals is because - by law - all bicycle pedals MUST be delivered with reflectors when sold at the OE level. It's NOT safe to ride this reflector unit. I know it's hard to take off but it can actually come off quite easily while riding.

With regards to new shoes, your going to have to just go to your local bike shop and try on some different models to see who's shoe fits you best. It's a shoe like any other - some will be more comfortable than others.

good luck with the shoe shopping,

the flat head screwdriver works a charm - nice tip