Tsubaki Road Chain 520 RQ2 110 links
High-quality sealed road drive chain from the Tsubaki RQ2 series, designed to deliver durable, low-friction power transmission for modern street motorcycles up to 150 horsepower.
Key features
- Road-focused RQ2 series chain engineered for real-world performance and longevity.
- Chain size 520 with 110 links, suitable for many middleweight and larger road motorcycles.
- Low-friction X-ring sealing reduces drag compared with conventional O-ring chains while maintaining excellent sealing and wear resistance.
- Gold-coloured outer plates provide corrosion resistance and a premium appearance.
- Pre-stretched at the factory to minimise initial elongation after installation.
- Supplied with a hollow rivet-type master link for secure joining using standard riveting tools.
- Balanced design offering an excellent compromise between weight, durability and running smoothness for everyday road and sport use.
Technical specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|
| Manufacturer | Tsubaki |
| Series | Road RQ2 |
| SKU | 55250520110 |
| Chain type | Sealed X-ring drive chain |
| Application | Road motorcycles |
| Chain size (pitch) | 520 (5/8" x 1/4") |
| Number of links | 110 |
| Recommended engine output | Up to approximately 150 hp |
| Approximate average tensile strength | About 45.1 kN |
| Outer plate colour | Gold |
| Inner plate and roller finish | Steel / metallic grey |
| Master link | Hollow rivet-type connecting link included |
| Sealing | Low-friction X-ring profile |
Typical applications
The Tsubaki Road Chain 520 RQ2 110 links is typically chosen for:
- Middleweight and larger road motorcycles requiring a high-quality 520 sealed chain.
- Sport, naked and sport-touring machines used for daily riding and spirited weekend use.
- Dual-purpose and supermoto models originally equipped with 520 sealed chains.
- Owners looking to upgrade from a standard O-ring chain to a more efficient X-ring design while retaining long service life.
Vehicle compatibility (indicative)
The following motorcycles are commonly listed as using a Tsubaki 520 RQ2 X-ring gold chain with 110 fitment always depends on the final sprocket sizes and gearing setup.
| Brand | Model | Year |
|---|
| Kawasaki | ZX-6R Ninja (ZX636C1) | 2005–2006 |
| Kawasaki | ZX-6RR Ninja (ZX600N1) | 2005–2006 |
| Yamaha | XT660 R / XT660 X | 2004–2014 |
