SPD Release Tension

gcwebbyuk

I have two pairs of SPD pedals - XT (which I use on my road bike) and M520 (on MTB) - both purchased this year, so not very old.

The M520 have a nice easy release, however, the XT (even with the tension on the lowest setting) require quite a twist to release.

Is there anything I can do to the XT pedals to try and make them release a little easier - anything I should check on them? I guess all Shimano pedals would have roughly the same release tension :?:

Chunkers1980

Same set of cleats used on each?

gcwebbyuk

yeah same shoes and cleats

Chunkers1980

I've always found the range in various versions.

perhaps swap them. tighter would be better on the road over off road.

Chunkers1980

Different, but not lighter action. M520s could go as low as my M970s

gcwebbyuk

I gave the xts a quick spray of gt85 on the springs yesterday, and tightened them right up, then backed right off.

Going out for a ride shortly, so will see if it has made any difference.

The Rookie

My XT's are tighter than my M520's, both well used and kept lubed.

gcwebbyuk

After spraying the springs with GT85 yesterday, they "seem" to be a little easier on the release tension. It's good to know I am not the only one who has noticed it though, as I was worried I had a bad pair - all seems ok though. Thanks for the input

The Rookie

GT85 won't last long, I use a drop of wet chain lube on each pivot then clip in and out a few times before wiping off the excess,

gcwebbyuk

That was my plan after I have cleaned the bike today