Product overview
The Tsubaki Road Chain 530 RQ1 in 114-link length is a high-performance sealed drive chain from the RQ1 road series, developed for powerful sport, naked and touring motorcycles in the 150 hp and above range.
The RQ1 series combines gold-coloured outer plates, low-friction X-ring seals and pre-stretched manufacturing for a durable final drive solution that maintains precise power delivery under hard acceleration and sustained high-speed use.
Key features
- 530 pitch X-ring road chain engineered for high-performance motorcycles typically above 150 hp.
- Gold-coloured outer plates with corrosion-resistant finish for a premium appearance and added protection.
- Low-friction X-ring seals reduce drag compared to conventional O-ring designs while retaining lubricant at the pin–bush interface for long service life.
- Factory pre-stretched to minimise initial elongation and reduce early adjustment intervals.
- Supplied as a 114-link chain with hollow rivet-type master link (pin link) for secure, permanent installation.
- High average tensile strength, around 45.1 kN, and robust construction suited to demanding superbike and heavy road applications.
Technical specifications
| Brand / Series | Tsubaki RQ1 Road series |
| Chain type | Sealed X-ring final drive chain for road motorcycles |
| Pitch / size | 530 (5/8" x 3/8") |
| Number of links | 114 links |
| Overall chain width | Approx. 25.2 mm (including plates) |
| Average tensile strength | Approx. 45.1 kN |
| Recommended engine output | High-performance road motorcycles, typically >150 hp |
| Outer plate colour | Gold |
| Seal type | Low-friction X-ring |
| Supplied connector | Hollow rivet-type master link (pin link) |
| Primary application | Final drive chain for large-capacity road motorcycles using 530 pitch and 114-link length |
Typical applications
The Tsubaki 530 RQ1 114-link chain is typically used on powerful road motorcycles where a strong, durable 530 pitch sealed chain is applications include:
- Litre-class sportbikes and superbikes with high torque and peak power output.
- Sport-touring motorcycles that combine performance with long-distance use.
- Large-capacity naked bikes and muscle bikes relying on robust final drive components.
- Performance-oriented V-twin and multi-cylinder road machines converted or specified with 530 pitch drive chains.
- Custom builds where a gold-finish 530 X-ring chain with 114 links is desired for both function and appearance.
Vehicle compatibility (selected examples)
The 114-link Tsubaki 530 RQ1 chain length is commonly specified for the following motorcycles when used with appropriate 530 pitch sprockets of matching tooth counts:
| Brand | Model | Year |
| Ducati | Multistrada 1260 (SX D-Air / Touring / Pikes Peak) | 2019–2020 |
| Ducati | Multistrada 1260 Enduro | 2020 |
| Honda | CBR1000RR Fireblade | 2004–2005 |
| Honda | CBR1000RR Fireblade | 2006–2007 |
| Suzuki | GSX-R1000 K9–L6 | 2009–2016 |
| Yamaha | YZF-R1 | 1998–2003 |
