Tsubaki Road Connecting link 530 RQ1 55212530002 – Product overview
The Tsubaki Road Connecting link 530 RQ1 (SKU 55212530002) is a clip-type master link engineered specifically for Tsubaki 530 RQ1 / XRG Sigma X-ring road drive provides a precise, secure connection when opening or closing the chain during installation, length adjustment, repair, or replacement, while matching the original chain geometry and finish.
Key features
- Clip-type connecting link (master link) for Tsubaki 530 RQ1 / XRG Sigma X-ring road chains.
- Designed for 530 pitch motorcycle drive chains (5/8" x 3/8").
- Matches the gold-coloured outer plates of the Tsubaki RQ1 chain series for a uniform appearance.
- Developed for use with high-performance road motorcycles when paired with the Tsubaki 530 RQ1 chain range.
- Precisely manufactured components for accurate fit with Tsubaki pins, bushings and X-ring sealing design.
- Suitable as a replacement or spare connecting link for professional workshops and demanding riders.
- Compact part that is easy to store in toolkits or workshop inventory for quick chain service.
Technical details
| Brand | Tsubaki |
| Manufacturer series | RQ1 / XRG Sigma road chain series |
| Product type | Clip-type connecting link (master link, CLS) |
| Chain pitch | 530 (5/8" x 3/8") |
| Seal type compatibility | X-ring sealed drive chains |
| Application | Road motorcycle final drive chain (Tsubaki 530 RQ1) |
| Finish | Gold-coloured outer plates with steel inner components (to match RQ1 chain) |
| SKU / Part number | 55212530002 |
| Compatibility | Specifically designed for Tsubaki 530 RQ1 / XRG Sigma 530 X-ring road chains; not intended for other pitches or series. |
Design and performance notes
The RQ1 chain family is developed for powerful road motorcycles where high tensile strength, durability and smooth power transmission are 530 RQ1 chain combines X-ring sealing for reduced friction and extended service life with a distinctive gold connecting link follows the same dimensional standards, allowing the chain to be opened and re-closed without compromising alignment.
The clip-type construction is intended for applications where chain removal or adjustment may be required more frequently, and where easy serviceability is a priority, provided the correct chain series and pitch are used.
Typical use cases
- Replacement connecting link when fitting a new Tsubaki 530 RQ1 / XRG Sigma chain and adjusting it to the required length.
- Service or repair operations where an existing Tsubaki 530 RQ1 road chain is shortened or reinstalled.
- Workshop stock item for maintaining high-performance road motorcycles equipped with Tsubaki 530 RQ1 X-ring chains.
- Spare master link kept with travel or race toolkits to support on-road chain maintenance using compatible RQ1 chains.
