Tsubaki Road Pin link 530 RQ1 (PL)
The Tsubaki Road Pin link 530 RQ1 (PL) is a high-strength, rivet-type master link engineered for Tsubaki 530 RQ1 X-ring road chains used on powerful street link matches the construction, sealing and gold-coloured outer plates of the RQ1 series, preserving the chain's original durability and performance characteristics even in demanding road use.
Key features
- Rivet-type pin link (PL) specifically for Tsubaki Road 530 RQ1 X-ring chains.
- Designed to maintain the full strength and reliability of the original RQ1 chain on high-power road motorcycles (over 150 hp applications).
- Gold-coloured outer plates for a perfect visual and material match to Tsubaki 530 RQ1 chains.
- Compatible with X-ring sealed construction, keeping factory-applied lubricant inside the chain and reducing friction losses.
- Permanent, riveted connection preferred by Tsubaki for maximum security compared with clip-style connecting links.
- Ideal for installing new Tsubaki 530 RQ1 chains, modifying chain length or replacing a worn or damaged original pin link.
Design and performance
The 530 RQ1 road chain series combines X-ring sealing with a robust construction tailored for high-horsepower motorcycles, delivering low friction and long service Road Pin link 530 RQ1 (PL) mirrors the chain's geometry and tolerances, ensuring a secure, permanent joint that does not create a weak point in the drive use of X-ring seals reduces drag between rollers and plates while maintaining lubrication inside the chain, helping the complete assembly achieve performance close to non-sealed chains, with the wear resistance of traditional O-ring designs.
As part of the RQ1 family, the pin link is suited to chains rated for high loads and power levels, with the RQ1 530 chain offering an average tensile strength of approximately 45.1 kN and suitability for road motorcycles up to around 200 hp.
Rivet-style pin links are recommended for all high-performance street applications, as clip-style links typically provide only about 85% of the strength of a riveted therefore advises the use of riveted pin links wherever possible for road use, especially on powerful machines.
Technical details
| Manufacturer | Tsubaki |
| Product name | Road Pin link 530 RQ1 (PL) |
| Manufacturer reference (SKU) | 55212530016 |
| Series | Tsubaki Road RQ1 X-ring chain series |
| Function | Rivet-type master link (pin link) for sealed drive chain |
| Chain size | 530 (5/8" pitch x 3/8" roller width) |
| Seal type compatibility | X-ring (RQ1 series road chain) |
| Colour / finish | Gold-coloured outer plates, matching Tsubaki 530 RQ1 road chain |
| Typical application | High-performance road motorcycle final drive chains using Tsubaki 530 RQ1 series |
| Power capability (chain family) | For RQ1 chains used on motorcycles up to approximately 200 hp (over 150 hp road applications) |
Typical use cases
- Installation of a new Tsubaki Road 530 RQ1 X-ring chain where a riveted master link is required.
- Replacement of the original 530 RQ1 pin link after chain service, inspection or damage.
- Adjustment of chain length on road motorcycles equipped with Tsubaki 530 RQ1 chains, maintaining OEM-level strength and reliability.
- Upgrading from a clip-style connecting link to a more secure rivet-type pin link on compatible 530 RQ1 road chains.
