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maintenance
Very little maintenance is required with Eggbeater pedals. In normal conditions, the bearings are waterproof and all materials are rust-resistant. There is no need to lubricate the exterior of the pedal. The pedals are generally self-cleaning and in most cases, dried mud and dirt will fall off on their own. However, you should occasionally inspect your pedals for damage, wear, or excessive play. A rebuild kit should be done once a year to keep pedals in prime condition.
Cleats: Eventually the cleats will wear out and need to be
replaced. Inspect the cleats regularly and look for signs
of wear. If you are inadvertently pulling out of the pedals
(without twisting), then there is a good chance that the cleats
are worn out. Another sign of wear is a feeling that the pedal
is sloppy. The cleats are made of a material, which is softer
than the pedal body bars. This is on purpose so that the cleats
wear rather than the pedal. Cleats generally last about 300
to 500 hours of riding, depending on style of riding, and
riding conditions.
re-greasing overview
For maximum durability (and depending on your riding conditions),
you should re-grease your pedals after every 100 to 300 hours
of riding. Wet or muddy conditions are the most severe. Re-greasing
only takes a few minutes per pedal and can be done with the
pedal still on the crank arms. Use any high quality bicycle
grease available at bicycle stores.
re-greasing instructions
1. Lay your bike down on its side
2. Remove the End Plug using a flat bladed screw driver.
3. Remove the Nut with an 8mm socket.
4. Pull the Body Assembly off of the spindle.
5. Wipe away all the old grease from the inside of the Body
assembly and the outside of the Spindle.
6. Follow "Reassembly" steps 4 through 6 below/right.
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