The Lyotard 45 answers a very specific restoration problem: finding a pedal that threads cleanly into the French 14x1.25 crank arms found on period machines. This pair is steel, marked with light oxidation, and carries the PE23 location code. The photos form part of the description, so the visible surface condition is part of the record.
Why this pedal matters for a period build
The 14x1.25 thread is the defining detail here. It is the metric that appears on a wide range of French cranks from the classic era, and the Lyotard 45 belongs to that lineage. A restorer working on a machine with original French cranks needs this exact pitch — not a modern substitute, not a re-tapped arm.
Key specifications
- Oxidation: Yes
- Country of origin: France
- Material: Steel
- Pedal thread: 14x1.25
- Manufacturer part number: 0000
For a period-correct French drivetrain, the Lyotard 45 CA pedals with M14x125 thread offer another reference point in the same family. If you are working across several builds, the vintage bicycle pedals in 14x1.25 pair well with French cranksets of the same era.
FAQ
What thread size do these Lyotard 45 pedals use?
The pedals use a 14x1.25 thread, which is the French metric found on many classic French cranks.
Are these pedals oxidised?
Yes, the technical specifications list oxidation as present. The photos form part of the description, so the visible condition is part of the record.
What material are the Lyotard 45 pedals made from?
The pedals are made from steel, as stated in the specifications.
Which bicycles are these pedals compatible with?
They fit cranks with a French 14x1.25 thread. This is common on period French machines from builders and brands of the classic era.
