A Properly Concave Alloy Pedal Built for Hard Trail Riding.
The Burgtec Penthouse Flat MK5 is a durable aluminium flat pedal for trail, enduro, downhill and e-MTB riding. Its 100 × 102mm platform provides plenty of support without feeling excessively large, while the 2mm concave shape helps settle your shoe into the pedal.
A machined 7075 aluminium body, EN24T steel axle and replaceable stainless-steel pins give the MK5 the strength needed for regular riding on rough terrain. At approximately 379g per pair, it also strikes a sensible balance between weight and durability.
Supportive Concave Platform
The platform measures 100 × 102mm, providing a stable contact area beneath most adult mountain bike shoes. Its 2mm concave profile places the centre of the foot slightly lower than the front and rear edges, helping your shoe settle into the pedal.
This shape works with the stainless-steel pins to provide grip through rough sections without relying on an excessively thick pedal body.
Slim Stainless-Steel Pins
The MK5 uses 3.5mm-wide stainless-steel pins with a height of 4.5mm. Their relatively slim shape allows them to engage effectively with the rubber outsole of a suitable flat-pedal shoe.
The pins are replaceable, so a damaged or worn pin does not mean replacing the complete pedal. As with any aggressive flat pedal, we recommend wearing suitable mountain bike shoes and shin protection where appropriate.
Machined 7075 Aluminium Body
The pedal body is machined from 7075 aluminium, a strong material well suited to a premium flat pedal. Its 15mm profile helps provide useful ground clearance while retaining enough material for impact resistance.
Flat pedals take plenty of abuse around rocks and roots, so cosmetic marks are normal. Regularly check the body, pins and axle after significant pedal strikes.
Serviceable Internals
Each pedal runs on two Igus W300 bushes and a single sealed bearing. An inboard rubber oil seal helps keep grease inside while limiting the entry of water and trail contamination.
The internal parts can be serviced rather than treating the pedals as disposable when play eventually develops. Keeping the pedals clean and servicing them when needed will help extend their working life.
Key Features
- Machined 7075 aluminium pedal body
- 100 × 102mm supportive platform
- 2mm concave platform profile
- 15mm pedal-body profile
- Replaceable stainless-steel pins
- 3.5mm pin width and 4.5mm pin height
- Strong EN24T steel axle
- Two Igus W300 bushes per pedal
- Single sealed bearing per pedal
- Inboard rubber oil seal
- Approximately 379g per pair
- Available in a wide range of Burgtec colours
Who Are These Pedals For?
The Penthouse Flat MK5 suits riders wanting a durable, supportive alloy pedal for trail, enduro, downhill or e-MTB use. It is particularly well suited to riders who value a properly concave platform, replaceable pins and serviceable internals.
Riders with particularly large feet or those wanting the biggest possible platform should consider the 112 × 102mm Burgtec Penthouse Flat MK5 B-Rage Edition.
Riders prioritising the lowest possible price or weight may prefer a composite pedal. The MK5 makes more sense when long-term durability, support and the ability to replace worn parts matter.
Our Thoughts
The Penthouse Flat MK5 is a premium pedal, but the value is easier to understand when you look beyond the aluminium body. The concave shape holds a flat-pedal shoe securely, the platform provides good support and the internals can be serviced when they eventually wear.
We also like that the platform is large enough for confident footing without becoming unnecessarily bulky. Pair these with a proper flat-pedal shoe to get the grip and support they are designed to provide.
Why Buy from Chain Reaction?
- Advice on pedal size, grip and intended use
- Professional pedal installation available
- Replacement pins and servicing advice
- Independent Christchurch bike shop
- Nationwide New Zealand delivery
Specifications
- Brand: Burgtec
- Model: Penthouse Flat MK5
- Pedal type: Flat mountain bike pedal
- Body material: Machined 7075 aluminium
- Axle material: EN24T steel
- Platform dimensions: 100 × 102mm
- Body profile: 15mm
- Concavity: 2mm
- Pin material: Stainless steel
- Pin width: 3.5mm
- Pin height: 4.5mm
- Internals: Two Igus W300 bushes and one sealed bearing per pedal
- Seal: Inboard rubber oil seal
- Weight: Approximately 379g per pair
- Intended use: Trail, enduro, downhill and e-MTB riding
- Sold as: Pair
