Question 1

Which side of the pedal naturally comes to the top?

Accepted Answer

if you roll your foot from front to rear, the PLATFORM is up.  If you push/drag your foot from rear to front, you get the CLEAT.  So, you get to pick with these.  Fresh out of the box, they don't naturally 'drop', but once you get 10-15 miles on them... the 'rear' of the pedal drops so that you get the proper action.  If it won't... you need to have them re-lubed, overhauled (e.g. new balls), and the seals inspected.  Also, there is a special tool for these to get the bearing pre-load correct.  If you do not have the tool (shimano part# for the tool is on the datasheet for these pedals at shimano.com), do not disassemble them--You will not be able to re-assemble them.  (if you do disassemble them, try your best to get them back 'together' and head to your LBS, they may preload and tighten them for you, or order the tool for you.)

Question 2

Is there space to attach velcro straps/cages? I know this isn't necessary, but I am looking for versatility.

Accepted Answer

YES of course! I have clipless on one side and old rat traps or clips on the other side for those days when I am lazy and dont want to change shoes for a quick 10 minuite fast spin.

Question 3

Can I just wear normal shoes with these? Is this a good choice for a road bike?

Accepted Answer

Yes with these pedals you can wear street shoes or spd cleats. I agree w/ the other person that if you're concerned about weight then these are wrong for you.

Question 4

What is the thread/axel size?

Accepted Answer

9/16"-20 is the standard for bicycle pedal threads, left hand thread on the left side to prevent backing out under precession.  These follow that convention.Old one-piece steel cranks sometimes have 1/2"-20 threads.Most pedals use 15mm open end wrenches to install.  These do, and also take a 6mm allen wrench (although the recess looks a little shallow for putting a lot of torque into it, it is still nice for an on-road tightening, if necessary.

ASIN	B000NORMU4
Age Range Description	Adult
Best Sellers Rank	#113,260 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #246 in Bike Pedals
Bike Type	Road Bike
Brand Name	SHIMANO
Color	One Color
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (4,237)
Global Trade Identification Number	00689228072466, 04250506106980, 04524667072461
Item Dimensions L x W	3.94"L x 2.76"W
Item Weight	0.5 kg
Manufacturer	SHIMANO
Manufacturer Part Number	FBA_4524667072461
Material Type	Steel/Alloy
Model Number	EPDM324
Number of Items	1
Product Style	Double Face
Thread Size	1921
UPC	689228072466

PD-M324 // SPD Pedal (im Karton)

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