LYOTARD M23 Marcel Berthet Pedals 14x1.25 French Thread Vintage 1960 Repainted Touring Bike

Upgrading or completing a mid-century French randonneur or classic touring bike requires absolute accuracy in thread pitch and component periodization. These vintage Lyotard M23 Marcel Berthet platform pedals represent a key piece of cycling history from 1960. They have been repainted to freshen their classic aesthetic lines while retaining their mechanical integrity. Please study the photos carefully as they form an integral part of this product description, showing the exact finish and structural condition of the metalwork.

Technical Excellence for Classic Touring Bikes

The Marcel Berthet platform design is highly sought after by collectors of vintage touring bikes for its signature wide footbed and exceptional comfort on long-distance excursions. The steel construction offers the necessary rigidity under load, typical of 1960s French component design. These pedals are repainted, presenting a clean exterior look ready for installation on your vintage restoration project.

Technical Specifications

• Thread (pedal): 14x1.00

Restoration Compatibility

When selecting drivetrain and contact-point hardware, ensuring thread compatibility is paramount to avoid damaging classic cranksets. For collectors exploring alternative configurations, we also offer the duralumin Lyotard 460D Duralumin M14x1.25 pedals or you can compare this platform layout with the classic Lyotard 136R M14x1.25 pedals designed for period-correct French touring bikes.