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Replace Brompton folding pedal – what tool is needed?

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Asked by: Jonathan Wade

How do I change the pedals on my Brompton?


Quote from video: Position pull up turning the hex key towards the rear of the bike. And remove the pedal and spacer. Before fitting your new pedals clean the crank threads with a rag.

How do you remove a stock pedal?

Quote from video: Down live a little bit of force. You should be able to release it. Long into the allen key and again. Turn it until it comes out.

How do you unfold a Brompton pedal?

Stand on the left side of the Brompton, turn the handlebar slightly to the left and position your pedals so the folding pedal is pointed towards the front of the bike. Reach down with your right hand and undo the locking mechanism at the rear of the bike. Lift the rear of the bike so the wheel swings under the bike.

What is quick release pedal?

A cleverly designed pedal that allows quick and easy removal of pedals from the crankarm without the need for tools thanks to the MKS “EZY” Quick Release pedal axle. MKS Promenade Ezy Quick Release Pedals is a great choice for folding bike and storing in tight confined space.

Can you put SPD pedals on a Brompton?

They are double sided, so whatever side it up you can always clip in quite easily. I believe that they are officially mountain bike pedals but chap at the shop I bought them at went into the staffroom to show me his Brompton with the exact same pedals fitted. He said lots of Brompton riders use them.

How do you open a Brompton folding bike?

Quote from video: How to unfold your Brampton bike unfold the left hand pedal swinging the pedal body outwards unfold the handlebar into the upright.

What tool do I need to remove bike pedals?

Most pedals are fitted and removed using either a 15mm spanner or an 8mm Allen (hex) key. If your pedals have parallel faces on the spindle between the pedal body and the crank, you will need a 15mm spanner. Any 15mm spanner will work provided it’s not too fat to fit between the crank and pedal body.

What size pedal wrench do I need?

The flats on almost all modern pedals take a 15mm spanner, though many pedal spanners also have a 9/16-inch jaw for older pedals. Don’t be tempted to use thin wheel cone bearing spanners, as they’ll distort and be ruined. 4. If there’s a hex socket it will be 6mm or 8mm.

How do you remove pedals without a pedal wrench?

Quote from video: We're going to do is base the bike by the handlebars. Put your foot on the pedal the front part of your foot under the ball of your foot actually in a position as if you were going to ride the bike.

Can you roll Brompton without rack?

If you plan to use your Brompton on extended trips, where you’d benefit from additional cargo space, go for the rack. If you primarily use it for daily commuting, the front luggage tends to work better, and the rack is strictly optional.

How heavy is a Brompton bike?

The Brompton Bike Range:



The actual weight of a Brompton bike depends on the model and configuration, but ranges from 9 – 12½ kg (20 – 28lbs). The weight of mudguards, pedals, etc.

What is Brompton M6L?

You now know that if you have a Brompton with medium height handlebars, 6 gears and mudguards, its model type is an M6L!

Do Brompton pedals fold?

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Which way do you unscrew pedals?

Use a pedal wrench or hex key to unscrew the pedals from the crank arms. Right pedals loosen by turning counter-clockwise, left pedals loosen clockwise. Apply bike grease to the new pedals and screw them in at an even 90 degree angle. Right pedals tighten by turning clockwise, left pedals tighten counter-clockwise.

How do you get a stuck crank pedal off?

Penetrating fluids like PB B’Laster or multi-use WD40 can slowly work their way into the threads to help break up the bond. Lay the bike on its side so that the pedal spindle is facing up, and spray the end of the pedal spindle with penetrating fluid. Wait 10-20 minutes before pulling on the wrench again.

How do you remove old pedals?

Quote from video: So sometimes we get pedals that are just unbearable and we can't get enough leverage and torque to actually be able to get them off so here's how i actually get them off i put a cloth around so i don'

How do you unscrew a left pedal?

Remember, the left pedal spindle is reverse threaded. Turn it clockwise to remove the pedal when facing the crank arm. The right side is normal, so turn it anti-clockwise to loosen it.

How do you remove Allen wrench bike pedals?

Quote from video: Go ahead and insert the hex or allen wrench. Turn it towards the back wheel to loosen. If you want to tighten turn it towards the front and this works on both sides.

Which way are pedals threaded?

It is important to remember that pedal threads are different from left side and right side. The right side pedal has a right-hand thread (removes counterclockwise, installs clockwise). The left side pedal has a left-hand thread (removes clockwise, installs counterclockwise).