Review on 🚲 MKS Sylvan Touring Pedal Double-Sided: Superior Performance for Versatile Riding Experiences by Iration Ahim

Oh my god, that's exactly what I wanted. Pedals that allow me to hop on and off my bike without having to put my feet in stirrups or clamps. They are the same as the pedals I had in the late 70's only lighter. In fact, they feel better on my feet. I'm returning to serious cycling after about 35 years and changing pedals on my ratcheted road bike is the best thing I've done to date. Then a saddle to replace the plastic POS I currently have. After reading other reviews saying they come with some grease on the bearings I opened them up. True, there was very little lubrication. Enough to cover the balls with a thin layer. The pedals were rough before I disassembled them and greased 11 ball bearings on each side. I unscrewed the covers with my "special" tool. old pliers for blocking canals. lol :-) To remove the cap from the end, use pliers with good teeth. Hold the cap tightly, don't let it slip in the jaws while twisting. A turn or so and the cap is loose enough to be removed by hand. After taking them apart, lubricate them, reassemble them, then screw the cap back on by hand and tighten with the channel fasteners. Don't worry I know pedals can't read and will never know you used the wrong instrument. ;-) Don't forget to preload the bearing a bit for longer life. It only needs a little preload, so a little stiffer than no play at all. This ensures that the upper bearings remain in contact while the lower bearings sink into the bearing race when pedaling. It's a small force, but if you just tighten until there's no play, you're not staying in contact with the bearing on all bearings. I tightened mine until they were almost tight and then got the correct preload by tightening the second locknut. Take your time and do it right. As a lubricant I used what was in my car oiler. Smooth as butter. :-)