The V8 pedals use cup and cone bearings (1/8″ ball bearings). Although the V8’s have a ‘Grease Port’ for periodically injecting fresh grease into the bearings, this won’t clean out the crud and grit that’ll start to eat at the bearings and races. It’s a very, very simple procedure, so give your pedals a spin every now and then to check for grinding or excessive drag. An occasional overhaul will keep them spinning smoothly. The principle here is the same with most bicycle pedals that use loose bearings. Click for more…