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Review by roninmnGreat pedals great priceby roninmnCompetitive RacerMinneapolis, MNWorks just like the more expensive versions and includes a pair of cleats.
Reviewed 10/14/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by roninmn was helpful/No, review by roninmn was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Works just like the more expensive versions and includes a pair of cleats.
Review by AnonymousThey're great, just buy themby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastPortlandClip in and forget about them. They're light, they're easy to clip into and they're problem free
Reviewed 1/17/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Clip in and forget about them. They're light, they're easy to clip into and they're problem free
Review by AnonymousExcellent product by AnonymousExcellent product. Just as described
Reviewed 11/15/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Excellent product. Just as described
Review by AnonymousExcellent product by AnonymousExcellent product. Just as described
Reviewed 11/16/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Excellent product. Just as described
Review by VerelleGreat pedals for the priceby VerelleCycling EnthusiastPortland, ORReview for Shimano PD-R540 SPD-SL Pedals4 of 4 customers found this review helpful.I just switched to these pedals from my old hand-me-down pair because I wanted a pair with 'float'. These are great! They were easy to transition to, and the pedals are large enough that I can use them with my street shoes.
Reviewed 9/15/2014Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Verelle was helpful/No, review by Verelle was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I just switched to these pedals from my old hand-me-down pair because I wanted a pair with 'float'. These are great! They were easy to transition to, and the pedals are large enough that I can use them with my street shoes.
Review by MomentumMy first road bike pedals and they work great!by MomentumCycling EnthusiastPortland OregonReview for Shimano PD-R540 SPD-SL Pedals2 of 3 customers found this review helpful.My first road bike pedals. I have SPDs on my other bike but these work well and are easy to clip in and out of. I'm just getting back into riding again, not sure if I'd appreciate the lighter versions. Maybe I'll get the lighter versions for my next road bike.
Reviewed 9/21/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Momentum was helpful/No, review by Momentum was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
My first road bike pedals. I have SPDs on my other bike but these work well and are easy to clip in and out of. I'm just getting back into riding again, not sure if I'd appreciate the lighter versions. Maybe I'll get the lighter versions for my next road bike.
Review by Old Man BikerBack-up Bike pedalsby Old Man BikerCycling EnthusiastGrand Rapids, MIReview for Shimano PD-R540 SPD-SL Pedals1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.I wanted to have the same pedals on my back-up bike as I have on my main bike, which has Shimano SPD Ultegras. I bought these because they're less expensive than the Ultegras. They seem to be of the same quality, and work well with the shoes I use on both bikes. If they're heavier, it's of no concern to me. The important thing is their quality, which seems to be what I'd expect from Shimano and WBW.
Reviewed 5/25/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Old Man Biker was helpful/No, review by Old Man Biker was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I wanted to have the same pedals on my back-up bike as I have on my main bike, which has Shimano SPD Ultegras. I bought these because they're less expensive than the Ultegras. They seem to be of the same quality, and work well with the shoes I use on both bikes. If they're heavier, it's of no concern to me. The important thing is their quality, which seems to be what I'd expect from Shimano and WBW.
Review by 55+Great for Second Bikeby 55+Cycling EnthusiastSouthern OhioReview for Shimano PD-R540 SPD-SL Pedals1 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Nice to be able to upgrade back up bike, while my main ride is in the shop !
Reviewed 10/18/2012Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by 55+ was helpful/No, review by 55+ was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Nice to be able to upgrade back up bike, while my main ride is in the shop !
Review by Anonymousgreat clipsby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastReview for Shimano PD-R540 SPD-SL Pedals1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Exactly as marked. Easy to install on road bike.
Reviewed 4/26/2012Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Exactly as marked. Easy to install on road bike.
Review by oldriderTop notch pedal at entry level priceby oldriderCycling EnthusiastNorcalReview for Shimano PD-R540 SPD-SL Pedals8 of 9 customers found this review helpful.These are great pedals for the price. Bearings run nice and smooth, easy clip in and out, far range of adjustment for cleat tension, cleats last a long time. I have two bikes and have Look pedals on one of them. I wanted to change over to Shimano for both so I could use my newer shoes for both bikes. I have Shimano 105 5700's on the other bike. Can't tell a difference. The R540's have a rubber cleat plate vs a stainless steel for the 5700. Both are wide with a low platform. To top if off I got it at a low price with a price match. I really can't say anything negative about these pedals. Great product for the price.
Reviewed 1/16/2012Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by oldrider was helpful/No, review by oldrider was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
These are great pedals for the price. Bearings run nice and smooth, easy clip in and out, far range of adjustment for cleat tension, cleats last a long time. I have two bikes and have Look pedals on one of them. I wanted to change over to Shimano for both so I could use my newer shoes for both bikes. I have Shimano 105 5700's on the other bike. Can't tell a difference. The R540's have a rubber cleat plate vs a stainless steel for the 5700. Both are wide with a low platform. To top if off I got it at a low price with a price match. I really can't say anything negative about these pedals. Great product for the price.
Review by CInexpensive, yet so far work as well as their higher end counterpartsby CCycling EnthusiastPortland, OR2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.I bought these for my indoor bike, so they don't see see the same miles and abuse as my Ultegra R8000s, but overall feel is identical. Clipping in and riding, I can't distinguish the two. Plus since they come with the yellow cleats, which I needed anyway, it makes them an even better value. One thing I might note is the bearings don't have the smooth, fresh-grease feel that my Ultegras have. I don't feel it while pedaling, just when I rotate them by hand. If you're someone who puts many thousands of miles on pedals, then maybe it will make a difference, who knows. Overall solid purchase, and considering the price, maybe I'll get these for my road bike if my Ultegras ever die.
Reviewed 3/6/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by C was helpful/No, review by C was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I bought these for my indoor bike, so they don't see see the same miles and abuse as my Ultegra R8000s, but overall feel is identical. Clipping in and riding, I can't distinguish the two. Plus since they come with the yellow cleats, which I needed anyway, it makes them an even better value. One thing I might note is the bearings don't have the smooth, fresh-grease feel that my Ultegras have. I don't feel it while pedaling, just when I rotate them by hand. If you're someone who puts many thousands of miles on pedals, then maybe it will make a difference, who knows. Overall solid purchase, and considering the price, maybe I'll get these for my road bike if my Ultegras ever die.
Review by AnonymousJust what i neededby AnonymousCasual Cyclistmy old shimano cleats kept popping out on climbs. So far these are doing the job, plus i feel the power distribution is better and more effective
Reviewed 10/19/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
my old shimano cleats kept popping out on climbs. So far these are doing the job, plus i feel the power distribution is better and more effective
Review by cgA quality component from Shimano at a budget priceby cgCycling EnthusiastAsheville NC10 of 10 customers found this review helpful.The pedal is marketed towards 'amateur cyclist'. This is a bit misleading. The design, construction and weight (315gpair) are almost identical an older model Ultegra, which these were bought to replace. Recommended. Put the money saved towards a good pair of cycling shoes.
Reviewed 6/23/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by cg was helpful/No, review by cg was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
The pedal is marketed towards 'amateur cyclist'. This is a bit misleading. The design, construction and weight (315gpair) are almost identical an older model Ultegra, which these were bought to replace. Recommended. Put the money saved towards a good pair of cycling shoes.
Review by AnonymousOverall, a good valueby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastCentral PA1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Use it on my daily ride. They work fine.
Reviewed 5/8/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Use it on my daily ride. They work fine.
Review by QuinGood pedalby Quin2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.I have about 1k miles on pedals and no problems. The yellow cleats i did not like as much, found it hard to release from pedal. The blue cleats work better for me but had to buy separately.
Reviewed 1/21/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Quin was helpful/No, review by Quin was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I have about 1k miles on pedals and no problems. The yellow cleats i did not like as much, found it hard to release from pedal. The blue cleats work better for me but had to buy separately.
Review by AnonymousWork as expectedby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastColorado Frontrange FoothillsReview for Shimano PD-R540 SPD-SL Pedals2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.They do the job. I want all my (and my family's) bikes to use the same system so the pedals are a low cost way for converting old and cheaper bikes.
Reviewed 3/16/2015Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
They do the job. I want all my (and my family's) bikes to use the same system so the pedals are a low cost way for converting old and cheaper bikes.
Review by mpirogFirst time with these type of pedalsby mpirogCycling EnthusiastDevine, TXReview for Shimano PD-R540 SPD-SL Pedals5 of 5 customers found this review helpful.As with the shoes this is the first time I have used this type of pedal. At times I have issues trying to clip in but I think I'm just overthinking the process and I know after a few more rides clipping in will become more natural.
Once clipped in the pedals keep me locked in with just enough float to keep up a steady cadence. I will keep this setup for a year or so and then look into upgrading.
Reviewed 8/23/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by mpirog was helpful/No, review by mpirog was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
As with the shoes this is the first time I have used this type of pedal. At times I have issues trying to clip in but I think I'm just overthinking the process and I know after a few more rides clipping in will become more natural.
Once clipped in the pedals keep me locked in with just enough float to keep up a steady cadence. I will keep this setup for a year or so and then look into upgrading.
Review by Don BikerExcellent Pedalsby Don BikerCycling EnthusiastAtlantaReview for Shimano PD-R540 SPD-SL Pedals3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.Got these to take to France to use on another bike. I use another set of the same pedals on the bike I own. They are tough, light, and easily installed. Good product!
Reviewed 8/15/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Don Biker was helpful/No, review by Don Biker was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Got these to take to France to use on another bike. I use another set of the same pedals on the bike I own. They are tough, light, and easily installed. Good product!
Review by DR DaveTruly a bargain in clipless pedalsby DR DaveCycling EnthusiastBayfield, CO Review for Shimano PD-R540 SPD-SL Pedals3 of 4 customers found this review helpful.I often recommended this pedal to new riders, it has an easy to enter platform. It is a great value, even better on sale with typical Shimano quality.
Reviewed 5/25/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by DR Dave was helpful/No, review by DR Dave was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I often recommended this pedal to new riders, it has an easy to enter platform. It is a great value, even better on sale with typical Shimano quality.
Review by Norcal riderst pedal for the priceby Norcal riderCycling EnthusiastAuburn CaReview for Shimano PD-R540 SPD-SL Pedals11 of 11 customers found this review helpful.For the money you can't find a better road pedal. I have a couple of pairs of Look Keo pedals, (uncluding the new Keo 2 blade). I prefer the Shimano pedals as they have a wider cleat platform , easier to clip in, and the cleats last forever (compared to the Keo's). I think Shimano uses the same bearings for all their road pedals, only difference is the pedal body, these are alluminum. The only problem I have encountered with the Shimano pedals is if you are constantly messing with the tension release, afer a period of time, you stop getting that positive clicking sound letting you know that you have advanced to the next higher or lower setting. I set mine in the middle range and don't fiddle with it. Why spend close to or over a hundred dollars when these will do the job for a fantastic price?
Reviewed 3/30/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Norcal rider was helpful/No, review by Norcal rider was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
For the money you can't find a better road pedal. I have a couple of pairs of Look Keo pedals, (uncluding the new Keo 2 blade). I prefer the Shimano pedals as they have a wider cleat platform , easier to clip in, and the cleats last forever (compared to the Keo's). I think Shimano uses the same bearings for all their road pedals, only difference is the pedal body, these are alluminum. The only problem I have encountered with the Shimano pedals is if you are constantly messing with the tension release, afer a period of time, you stop getting that positive clicking sound letting you know that you have advanced to the next higher or lower setting. I set mine in the middle range and don't fiddle with it. Why spend close to or over a hundred dollars when these will do the job for a fantastic price?