These Lyotard bicycle pedals for classic Peugeot randonneur bikes are aimed directly at bicycle restorers and collectors demanding absolute historical accuracy. Designed during the golden age of French bicycle touring, they are the essential original wearing part to restore your vintage ride's dynamic performance and period-correct aesthetics.
Authentic Restoration and Mechanical Compatibility
Installing vintage components requires rigorous attention to threading standards. This model from the Lyotard manufacture respects the industrial tolerances of historical French threading. Designed to pair with chainsets from iconic brands such as Stronglight or Peugeot, they offer excellent mechanical seating and optimal structural rigidity for bicycle touring and retro rides like L'Eroica. As with any vintage second-hand component, minor cosmetic blemishes and signs of use from long-term storage may be present, bearing witness to their historic authenticity.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Lyotard
- Thread (pedal): 14x1.25
- Material: Hardened steel axle and profiled steel cage
- Suitable for: Randonneur, light tourer, vintage road bicycle
Compatibility and Fitting Alternatives
Choosing a compatible thread is critical to protect the threads of your original cranks. For another restoration project of the same era, discover our LYOTARD 136R M14×1.25 bicycle pedals for 1970s Peugeot randonneur, ideal for 1970s touring bikes. If you are looking for a legendary racing model with specific toe clips, explore the LYOTARD M23 14X1.25 MARCEL BERTHET randonneur pedal with 14x1.25 threading. Finally, for a premium duralumin alternative, our MAILLARD 700 M14x1.25 duralumin pedals for PEUGEOT PX10 PY10 will add lightness and performance to your build.
FAQ
What is the exact thread of these Lyotard pedals?
These pedals feature a historic French thread of 14x1.25. They are only compatible with vintage French threads from that era.
Are they compatible with modern cranks?
No, modern cranks use 9/16-inch English threading. These pedals require original French 14x1.25 threads.
Do these second-hand pedals have any functional defects?
No major defects (cracks, play, or bent axles) are reported. They show normal cosmetic signs of use for vintage second-hand parts.
