The Details

Shimano's PD-M540 are the most common off-road pedal thanks to its better mud and debris shedding than any pedal in its class.

It is also very popular on the road. It has the classic SPD reliability and performance and the ability to customise the entry and release tension settings.

All this is built on a chrome-moly spindle and a low-maintenance sealed bearing cartridge axle.

  • Classic SPD reliability and performance
  • Able to customize the entry and release tension settings
  • Better mud and debris shedding than any pedal in its class
  • Chrome-moly spindle and low-maintenance sealed bearing cartridge axle

Our Verdict

A compact dual side SPD pedal designed for everyday use at a good price - it's no surprise it is the most common clipless pedal.

Industry Reviews

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The Shimano PD-M540 SPD pedals sit between the venerable M520 and XTs in the company's line-up. I've run a wealth of SPD patterns and 'homages' over the last 30 years, and I'm finding the M540s hard to fault. You can save a few quid and plump for the M520s or a mid-range alternative for daily use, but really these set the standard by which this genre of dual-sided pedal is judged..

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Delivery

Parts, accessories and clothing delivery - FREE over £30

Delivery for parts, accessories and clothing is free over £30 and £2.99 below that. We have a selection of premium delivery services available, including next day, AM, Saturday, timed delivery and local pickup services. Mainland UK only, some remote and off-shore areas or areas of Scotland may incur a surcharge. Delivery options and lead time estimates will be provided in checkout.

Click & Collect

Our Click & Collect service offers all the benefits of shopping online, combined with an award-winning retail experience in one of our stores. Simply order your items, select Click & Collect and pick up your item at a time that's convenient for you - our stores are open 7 days a week. Best of all, the service is completely free.

Shimano's PD-M540 are the most common off-road pedal thanks to its better mud and debris shedding than any pedal in its class.

It is also very popular on the road. It has the classic SPD reliability and performance and the ability to customise the entry and release tension settings.

All this is built on a chrome-moly spindle and a low-maintenance sealed bearing cartridge axle.

  • Classic SPD reliability and performance
  • Able to customize the entry and release tension settings
  • Better mud and debris shedding than any pedal in its class
  • Chrome-moly spindle and low-maintenance sealed bearing cartridge axle

A compact dual side SPD pedal designed for everyday use at a good price - it's no surprise it is the most common clipless pedal.

rutland-cycling-review-logo

The Shimano PD-M540 SPD pedals sit between the venerable M520 and XTs in the company's line-up. I've run a wealth of SPD patterns and 'homages' over the last 30 years, and I'm finding the M540s hard to fault. You can save a few quid and plump for the M520s or a mid-range alternative for daily use, but really these set the standard by which this genre of dual-sided pedal is judged..

Read Full Review >

Parts, accessories and clothing delivery - FREE over £30

Delivery for parts, accessories and clothing is free over £30 and £2.99 below that. We have a selection of premium delivery services available, including next day, AM, Saturday, timed delivery and local pickup services. Mainland UK only, some remote and off-shore areas or areas of Scotland may incur a surcharge. Delivery options and lead time estimates will be provided in checkout.

Click & Collect

Our Click & Collect service offers all the benefits of shopping online, combined with an award-winning retail experience in one of our stores. Simply order your items, select Click & Collect and pick up your item at a time that's convenient for you - our stores are open 7 days a week. Best of all, the service is completely free.

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