Tsubaki Road Chainroll 520 RQ2

Premium road motorcycle chain roll based on Tsubaki's RQ2 X-ring series, designed for real-world performance with low friction and long service life on machines up to 150 hp.

Key Features

RQ2 road series chain with an optimized balance of weight, durability and running efficiency for everyday and sporty street use.
520 pitch sealed X-ring construction reduces friction and power loss compared with conventional O-ring chains while maintaining effective sealing of internal lubrication.
Factory pre-stretched to minimize initial elongation and help the chain hold tension after the first adjustments.
Gold-coloured outer plates provide enhanced corrosion resistance and a high-end appearance.
Supplied as a bulk chain roll, ideal for workshops and professionals needing to cut custom-length road chains for a wide range of motorcycles.

Technical Details

Specification	Value
Brand	Tsubaki
Series	Road RQ2
Chain pitch	520 (5/8" x 1/4" class)
Chain type	Sealed X-ring road chain
Recommended engine output	For motorcycles up to approximately 150 hp, depending on application.
Outer plate finish	Gold-coloured steel plates
Application	Road and street motorcycles using 520-pitch final drive chain
Packaging form	Continuous chain roll for cutting to required length
Manufacturer reference	55250520000-M

Benefits

Extended service life in daily riding thanks to low-friction X-ring sealing and high-quality steel materials.
Smoother power delivery and reduced drivetrain losses compared with non-sealed chains, supporting responsive acceleration.
Pre-stretched design helps maintain consistent chain tension, reducing the frequency of early adjustments after installation.
Bulk roll format lets workshops build correctly sized chains for different models and gearing setups from a single stock item.
Gold outer plates give a clean, premium look that complements modern naked, sport and touring motorcycles.

Typical Uses

The Tsubaki Road Chainroll 520 RQ2 is suited to a broad range of middleweight and larger road motorcycles equipped with 520 final drive systems, including naked bikes, sportbikes, sport-tourers and modern classics up to around 150 horsepower.

Workshop and dealership chain replacement where multiple models are serviced.
Custom and conversion projects switching to a 520-pitch road chain.
Routine drivetrain maintenance for riders who prefer chains cut to a precise length for non-standard gearing.