I have no doubt that this is the official way to service Keo pedals (and that Al is an excellent mechanic), but I suspect this is overkill. I've ridden over 20,000kms on my Keo pedals and I just service them by opening, cleaning, re-greasing, and closing them. The thread directions are handed for a reason - they don't naturally try to unscrew themselves on the bike. I personally would skip the Loctite step (and I'd likely use a bit more grease too).
@@evisule84 I'm planning to do the same thing, definitely adding Loctite Just serviced my pedals a while ago and now they worked themselves loose. Hoping this will keep me from having to uninstall the pedals from the bike and reinstalling again.
4-5nm? I can't find anything to confirm this, but most shops and forums online suggest a little over hand tight or you could potentially break the plastic on the collar or even pedal casing
I still don't understand how I tighten the right pedal nut with the torque wrench to 4 N/m?! It's just that the thread has the same direction as the pedal on the left side and the torque wrench can only measure newtons in the normal and not inverted tightening direction. I would have liked to have seen him doing the video with the right pedal, to see how he tightened the nut to 5 N/m.
You need a bidirectional (also known as dual direction) torque wrench, which means that they register the torque on both clockwise and counter-clockwise direction. There are many on the market, including from Park Tool.
@@zurcher1368 Thank you, Zurcher. I didn't know there was a torque wrench that works both ways. I saved the information. We are always learning. Thank you very much. Arthur
I am about to service an old Kep Sprint pedals but the locking nut is slightly different - it has 8 square protrusions instead of the more recent star shaped style. Would the 19mm wrench method still work, or do I risk damaging the nut?
thousands people are looking on how to replace bearings, not all the axle kit.... my x-track carbon ti bearings need to be replaced after 3 months of use, am I supposed to purchase the titan axle kit for 130 eur????
I have a Look Keo classic 2, couple of years old and it has a creaking sound, mostly coming due to axle play. Is it normal to have axle play and creaking sound ? is the creaking sound due to axle play OR is it the cleats OR something else ?
It went together easily in less than an hour. ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxHL1v1R3NE5x4KiYfyt8dnQmyNYz7qi5L Make sure the front fork is forward or the pedals will hit the front tire. Tires are both a little soft so it needs air before I ride it. The rear wheel didn't come with a clamp regular bolts hold it on. The front had the clamp. No scratches out of box. Rims are a little off with a slight wobble. They could have spent more time with the spoke tool fixing the run out. So far out of the box I'm happy with it. I did replace the pedals with a nice aftermarket set. After riding it a bit my A$$ is a bit sore so I ordered another seat. Overall I'm nearly 60 and didn't ride a bike in 30 years. I like my new 29" Schwinn. It will be used for casual rides with my friend.
that loctite is crazy expensive talking about €30 for a 20ml bottle! is there any alternative that could be used (i.e. normal loctite threadlock, i believe 243)?
I’m losing faith in look pedals. Even new blades are getting crunchy with road crap I guess….happens to ALL my looks and make the pedal a pain to engage as it hangs wrong. Should we really need to service these things at all?!.
I'll go for the Loctite 425. As indicated on Henkel Loctite adhesive sourcebook: Page 135: "CAN I USE THREADLOCKERS ON PLASTIC THREADS? For plastic fasteners, only use LOCTITE® 425™ Instant Adhesive, a surface curing threadlocker" Source: www.ellsworth.com/globalassets/literature-library/manufacturer/henkel-loctite/henkel-loctite-adhesive-sourcebook-2015.pdf
No special tool needed - a multi-point 19mm socket fits perfectly. Although the nut is plastic it's not that soft. It just needs some care to avoid cross-threading and don't over-tighten it.
I have no doubt that this is the official way to service Keo pedals (and that Al is an excellent mechanic), but I suspect this is overkill. I've ridden over 20,000kms on my Keo pedals and I just service them by opening, cleaning, re-greasing, and closing them. The thread directions are handed for a reason - they don't naturally try to unscrew themselves on the bike. I personally would skip the Loctite step (and I'd likely use a bit more grease too).
More videos from Al though, please. Best mechanic of all the various cycling channels on UA-cam.
Totally agree
@@evisule84 I'm planning to do the same thing, definitely adding Loctite Just serviced my pedals a while ago and now they worked themselves loose. Hoping this will keep me from having to uninstall the pedals from the bike and reinstalling again.
Al is the best ! Man Love. Clear and easy presentation each and every single time ! Keep it up guys. Thank you.
4-5nm? I can't find anything to confirm this, but most shops and forums online suggest a little over hand tight or you could potentially break the plastic on the collar or even pedal casing
How about showing a more contemporary generation Keo Blade pedal?
Well, this was good timing.. I was planning to service my look pedals soon...
Hello Do you have any videos on Look X Track Rage Plus pedals how to removed the the glide and cartridge bearings?
Nice info, have you replaced the cleat hook of this pedal, it's worn out, and I'm thinking the bolt is using thread locker, thanks :)
How often should peddles be serviced, and how long do bearings last?
Donde puedo conseguir el eje de los pedales look keo 2 max?. El de mi pedal izquierdo se averió y no e podido conseguirlo.
Gracias
how to service the keo blade type? A 19mm (multi point) socket doesn't fit that nut
anyone know the bearing number? 6701 is 12 x18 x 4 the bearing in the pedal is 12 x18x 5
I still don't understand how I tighten the right pedal nut with the torque wrench to 4 N/m?! It's just that the thread has the same direction as the pedal on the left side and the torque wrench can only measure newtons in the normal and not inverted tightening direction.
I would have liked to have seen him doing the video with the right pedal, to see how he tightened the nut to 5 N/m.
You need a bidirectional (also known as dual direction) torque wrench, which means that they register the torque on both clockwise and counter-clockwise direction. There are many on the market, including from Park Tool.
@@zurcher1368 Thank you, Zurcher. I didn't know there was a torque wrench that works both ways. I saved the information. We are always learning. Thank you very much. Arthur
any way to repair a warped metal platform on the Keo Blade?
I am about to service an old Kep Sprint pedals but the locking nut is slightly different - it has 8 square protrusions instead of the more recent star shaped style. Would the 19mm wrench method still work, or do I risk damaging the nut?
If they're pre-2013 you'll need the Keo specific tool.
thousands people are looking on how to replace bearings, not all the axle kit.... my x-track carbon ti bearings need to be replaced after 3 months of use, am I supposed to purchase the titan axle kit for 130 eur????
The spigot won't pull out on my Keo pedals after undoing the nut, possibly seized in place but it feels solid.
Al 👍👍👍 great video mate.
I have a Look Keo classic 2, couple of years old and it has a creaking sound, mostly coming due to axle play. Is it normal to have axle play and creaking sound ? is the creaking sound due to axle play OR is it the cleats OR something else ?
Is there a tool for replacing the bearings?
Did you find maybe that tool? I've found used keo power for a really good price but there's some problem with bearings probably.
Nope you need to send them to LOOK to get the specific bearing pressed onto the spindle. Ive contacted them and they say they need to do it in house.
My left foot keeps sounding like its unclipping and reclipping in as I pedal. New cleats. Dunno why but might just replace the.
Thanks, The only problem now is I don’t have a look pedals
what size is the handle bars/ grips ?
I can't tighten the two screw to tight the pedal Look 2 Max Blade !
So cool
It went together easily in less than an hour. ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxHL1v1R3NE5x4KiYfyt8dnQmyNYz7qi5L Make sure the front fork is forward or the pedals will hit the front tire. Tires are both a little soft so it needs air before I ride it. The rear wheel didn't come with a clamp regular bolts hold it on. The front had the clamp. No scratches out of box. Rims are a little off with a slight wobble. They could have spent more time with the spoke tool fixing the run out. So far out of the box I'm happy with it. I did replace the pedals with a nice aftermarket set. After riding it a bit my A$$ is a bit sore so I ordered another seat. Overall I'm nearly 60 and didn't ride a bike in 30 years. I like my new 29" Schwinn. It will be used for casual rides with my friend.
that loctite is crazy expensive talking about €30 for a 20ml bottle! is there any alternative that could be used (i.e. normal loctite threadlock, i believe 243)?
Any standars screw glue really
I’m losing faith in look pedals. Even new blades are getting crunchy with road crap I guess….happens to ALL my looks and make the pedal a pain to engage as it hangs wrong. Should we really need to service these things at all?!.
Would Loctite 243 threadlocker work instead of the stronger 480?
I'll go for the Loctite 425.
As indicated on Henkel Loctite adhesive sourcebook:
Page 135: "CAN I USE THREADLOCKERS ON PLASTIC THREADS?
For plastic fasteners, only use LOCTITE® 425™ Instant Adhesive, a surface curing threadlocker"
Source: www.ellsworth.com/globalassets/literature-library/manufacturer/henkel-loctite/henkel-loctite-adhesive-sourcebook-2015.pdf
I guess it's kinda better than servicing a Dura Ace 9100 pedal that has a million parts.
Lol when i put it back, it cant turn smoothly
Don't look pedals need a special tool to undo them? They use a very soft plastic nut.
No special tool needed - a multi-point 19mm socket fits perfectly. Although the nut is plastic it's not that soft. It just needs some care to avoid cross-threading and don't over-tighten it.
Just remember that left is right and right is wrong
LOOK. Am First!
seriously, 5 minute commercials to watch your channel...i'll pass