Tsubaki Road Chain 530 RQ1 122 Links
The Tsubaki 530 RQ1 is a high-performance, gold-coloured, sealed motorcycle drive chain with 122 is designed for powerful road motorcycles where durable final drive, smooth power transfer and reduced maintenance are priorities.
Key Features
- 530 pitch, gold-coloured X-ring road chain with 122 links for high-performance street motorcycles.
- Low-friction X-ring seals that reduce drag compared with conventional O-ring chains while retaining long-term lubrication.
- High tensile strength of approximately 45.1 kN, suitable for high-output engines in the 150–200 hp range.
- Pre-stretched, high-precision assembly to minimise initial elongation and help chain tension remain stable.
- Supplied with a hollow-pin rivet-type master link for a strong, secure connection.
- Gold-plated outer plates for an attractive appearance and improved corrosion resistance.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|
| Manufacturer | Tsubaki |
| Series | RQ1 high-performance road chain |
| Pitch / size | 530 (5/8" x 3/8") |
| Number of links | 122 |
| Seal type | Low-friction X-ring |
| Outer plate colour | Gold |
| Average tensile strength | Approx. 45.1 kN |
| Recommended power range | High-power road motorcycles up to around 200 hp |
| Construction | Steel inner and outer plates, solid rollers and bushings |
| Master link type | Rivet-type connecting link with hollow pins |
| Primary application | Road / sportbike final drive (530-pitch systems) |
Benefits in Use
- Gold outer plates give the rear drive a clean, premium appearance while helping to resist corrosion.
- X-ring sealing keeps factory-applied lubricant inside the chain joints for extended service life and reduced maintenance intervals.
- High-strength components and quad-staked rivets tolerate strong acceleration, heavy loads and sustained high-speed use.
- Pre-stretched construction limits initial chain growth, helping to maintain consistent chain adjustment over time.
- Designed for riders who require reliable power transfer and durability on powerful street, naked and sport-touring motorcycles using a 530 chain size.
Typical Applications
This Tsubaki 530 RQ1 road chain with 122 links is intended for motorcycles equipped with a 530-pitch final is particularly suitable for large-capacity sport, naked and sport-touring machines where a strong, sealed, low-friction chain is required for demanding road use.
