Product overview
The Tsubaki Road Chain 428 RQ2 126 links is a premium X-ring motorcycle drive chain developed for real-world road use on machines up to 150 HP, combining low friction with long service life.
Belonging to Tsubaki's RQ2 road series, this 428-pitch chain offers a carefully balanced compromise between weight, durability and smooth power transmission, making it a strong choice for everyday commuting and sporty riding on small to mid-displacement motorcycles.
Key features
- X-ring sealed road chain engineered to reduce friction and retain lubrication for extended service intervals and consistent performance.
- Designed for motorcycles up to 150 HP, providing a robust upgrade or replacement option for a wide range of road bikes.
- Pre-stretched during production to minimize initial elongation after installation, helping the chain maintain correct tension for longer.
- Comes with a hollow rivet link, allowing reliable assembly with common chain riveting tools and ensuring a secure connection between chain ends.
- Gold-coloured outer plates give the chain a high-end appearance while offering corrosion-resistant performance on exposed road drivetrains.
- 428 pitch and 126-link length suited to many small and mid-size road motorcycle drive systems using a 428 chain with this specific link count.
Technical data
| Manufacturer | Tsubaki |
| Series | RQ2 Road Series |
| Product type | Motorcycle drive chain |
| Chain pitch | 428 |
| Number of links | 126 links |
| Chain construction | X-ring sealed chain |
| Application | Road motorcycles |
| Recommended engine power | Up to 150 HP (road use) |
| Outer plate colour | Gold-coloured |
| Connecting link | Hollow rivet link |
| Manufacturer reference | 55250428126 |
| Category | Motorcycle chains, chain guides, sprockets > Chain |
Typical use cases
This 428 RQ2 126-link chain is particularly well suited to lightweight and mid-size road motorcycles that require a 428-pitch, X-ring sealed chain in this exact supports smooth, efficient power transfer for daily commuting, city riding and longer road trips.
Its combination of pre-stretching, high-quality materials and X-ring sealing helps maintain stable chain tension and reduce wear on both chain and sprockets, even under frequent stop-and-go traffic or sustained highway speeds.
Example vehicle compatibility
The following table shows a typical application where this specific 428 RQ2 126-link chain is used as a replacement drive chain:
| Brand | Model | Year |
| Rieju | Tango 125 | 2006–2023 |
This fitment example reflects common use of a 428-pitch, 126-link Tsubaki RQ2 chain in an original-equipment style road motorcycle application.
