Favero Assioma PRO RL Has Landed: What Road Riders Need to Know
Posted by Trevor Barrett on
If you’ve been thinking about adding power to your road bike, the new Favero Assioma PRO RL is one worth paying attention to.
This is Favero’s Look® Keo-compatible road power meter pedal, available in RL-1 single-sided and RL-2 dual-sided options. For riders who want pedal-based power without getting dragged into crank compatibility, it’s a tidy new option.
Why this launch matters
Favero power pedals already have a strong reputation with cyclists who want reliable data without overcomplicating things.
What makes the PRO RL interesting is that it gives road riders a Favero PRO-series option built around the Look Keo cleat system. That will matter to riders who already prefer Look, but it also matters to anyone wanting a clean pedal-based power setup on a road bike.
In other words, this is not just “another power meter pedal”. It fills a genuine gap.
What the Favero Assioma PRO RL actually is
The Assioma PRO RL is a road power meter pedal with:
- Look® Keo cleat compatibility
- single-sided or dual-sided options
- up to 160-hour battery life
- ANT+ and Bluetooth connectivity
- claimed ±1% accuracy
So the appeal is pretty simple: proper road pedals, proper power data, and a straightforward setup.
Do you already need to ride Look cleats?
Nope.
The PRO RL uses the Look Keo cleat system, but that does not mean only existing Look riders can buy it. It means the pedals are designed to work with Look Keo-compatible cleats. Favero says the pedals are 100% compatible with Look Keo, and the product includes cleats in the box.
So if you're:
- already riding Look Keo: easy swap
- riding something else: you may need to change cleats
- buying your first road power pedal setup: no problem, because the cleats are included
RL-1 vs RL-2: which one should you buy?
| Model | Measurement Type | Best For | Why You’d Choose It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Favero Assioma PRO RL-1 | Single-sided | Riders wanting a lower-cost entry into power |
Good option if you mainly want reliable power for pacing, training zones, and tracking progress |
| Favero Assioma PRO RL-2 | Dual-sided | Riders wanting fuller data from day one | Better if you want true left/right measurement and the complete setup straight away |
What stands out about the PRO RL
A few things make these worth a look.
1. It’s a proper road pedal
This matters more than brands sometimes admit. Road riders care about pedal feel, engagement, float, and how the pedal actually rides under load.
2. Battery life looks strong
Up to 160 hours is a useful real-world feature. Less charging, less admin, less chance of discovering flat pedals when you’re ready to ride.
3. It gives Look riders a Favero PRO option
That is the headline here. Riders who wanted the newer Favero PRO platform in a Look Keo-compatible pedal now have it.
4. It keeps the buying decision relatively simple
For many riders, that alone is part of the value.
Who this suits best
The Favero Assioma PRO RL is likely to suit you if:
- you ride a road bike
- you want pedal-based power
- you prefer a simpler setup than many crank-based systems
- you want to train with better pacing and better data
- you are happy to use the Look Keo cleat system
Who it may not suit
This is probably not the right option if:
- you want an SPD off-road pedal
- you specifically want Shimano SPD-SL compatibility (I have other power meters that are compatible here)
- you do not want to use the Look Keo cleat system
- you do not really need power data and are unlikely to use it
No point pretending every rider needs a power meter. They do not.
But if you have been considering one, this is a very clean option.
Common questions:
Is the Favero Assioma PRO RL only for riders who already use Look cleats?
No. It uses the Look Keo system, but cleats are included in the box.
What’s the difference between RL-1 and RL-2?
RL-1 is single-sided. RL-2 is dual-sided.
Is RL-1 enough?
For a lot of riders, yes. If your goal is training, pacing, and tracking effort, RL-1 will be enough. If you want full left/right data, go RL-2.
Is this a road pedal or a gravel / MTB pedal?
This is a road pedal.