Tsubaki Road Chain 530 RQ2 – 112 Links
The Tsubaki 530 RQ2 road chain in 112-link configuration is a sealed X-ring drive chain designed for real-world road use on motorcycles up to 150 combines low-friction performance with long service life, making it suitable for everyday riding, sport use and touring applications where durability and smooth power delivery are important.
Main Features
- 530 pitch X-ring road chain in 112-link length for a wide range of larger-capacity street motorcycles.
- Gold-coloured outer plates for a premium appearance and enhanced corrosion resistance.
- Low-friction X-ring seals reduce drag compared with conventional O-ring chains while retaining long-life sealing of internal lubrication.
- Built for up to 150 HP engines, suitable for mid- to high-performance road bikes.
- Pre-stretched at the factory to minimise initial elongation after installation and reduce the need for early readjustment.
- Hollow rivet master link included for easier riveting with standard chain tools.
- High tensile strength design (average tensile strength around 45.1 kN for the 530 RQ2 series) for robust load capacity.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Tsubaki |
| Series | RQ2 Road Series |
| Product type | Motorcycle final drive chain |
| Chain pitch | 530 (road motorcycle standard) |
| Length | 112 links |
| Seal type | X-ring (low-friction sealed chain) |
| Colour | Gold-coloured outer plates, steel inner plates |
| Recommended engine output | For motorcycles up to approximately 150 HP |
| Average tensile strength (series) | Approx. 45.1 kN (530 RQ2 chain) |
| Master link type | Hollow rivet master link (rivet-type) |
| Application category | Road, sport, naked and sport-touring motorcycles using 530-pitch chain |
Construction and Performance
The 530 RQ2 chain uses specially profiled X-ring seals between the link with standard O-rings, the X-ring cross-section reduces frictional losses at the sealing surfaces, helping transfer more power to the rear wheel while maintaining effective sealing of the internal results in a balance of efficiency and wear resistance that suits high-mileage road use.
The gold-coloured outer plates provide both visual appeal and an extra barrier against components are engineered to Tsubaki road-chain standards, with precise tolerances and heat treatment optimised for high tensile strength and resistance to elongation under load.
Supplied Components
- 1 × Tsubaki 530 RQ2 sealed X-ring road chain, 112 links.
- 1 × hollow rivet-type master link for permanent installation.
The chain is configured at 112 links from the length selection and any cutting or adjustment must match the motorcycle’s sprocket sizes and wheelbase requirements.
Typical Use Cases
- Replacement drive chain for road motorcycles originally specified with a 530-pitch chain and a 112-link length.
- Upgrade from non-sealed or standard O-ring chains to a low-friction X-ring solution for improved efficiency and service life.
- Sport, naked and sport-touring motorcycles used for daily commuting, highway riding and weekend sport riding.
- Riders seeking a durable, sealed 530 chain with a balance of performance, longevity and visual finish.
