Tsubaki Road Chainroll 525 RQ1 55212525000-M
Product overview
The Tsubaki Road Chainroll 525 RQ1 is a high-performance 525-pitch X-ring road chain supplied on a bulk roll for professional workshop and advanced enthusiast to Tsubaki's premium RQ1 series, this chain is engineered for motorcycles with more than 150 horsepower, combining exceptional strength, low friction and long service life in demanding road and track environments.
Key features
- Premium 525-pitch X-ring sealed road drive chain in convenient chainroll (bulk roll) format
- RQ1 series design specifically developed for high-performance machines over 150 hp
- Low-friction X-ring seals reduce power loss compared with traditional O-ring chains while maintaining excellent durability
- Gold-coloured outer link plates for a high-end appearance and enhanced corrosion resistance
- Pre-stretched by the manufacturer to minimise initial elongation and reduce the need for early adjustments
- Average tensile strength of approximately 45.1 kN for reliable performance on powerful sport and superbikes
- High precision manufacturing for smooth running, consistent engagement and stable chain tension
- Ideal for creating custom-length chains for multiple motorcycles from a single roll
Technical specifications
| Specification | Detail |
| Manufacturer | Tsubaki |
| Series | Road RQ1 high-performance series |
| Product type | Motorcycle drive chain roll (chainroll) |
| Chain type | X-ring sealed road drive chain |
| Pitch / size | 525 |
| Intended engine output | Recommended for motorcycles over 150 hp |
| Primary application | High-performance road motorcycles, sportbikes, naked bikes and sport-touring machines |
| Average tensile strength | Approx. 45.1 kN |
| Seal technology | Low-friction X-ring sealing |
| Outer plate finish | Gold-coloured link plates |
| Usage environment | Road and track use, including high-load and high-speed conditions |
| SKU | 55212525000-M |
Typical use cases and benefits
This Tsubaki Road Chainroll 525 RQ1 is particularly suitable wherever strong, high-quality 525 road chain is required in flexible roll format allows multiple motorcycles to be serviced from a single product, making it a practical choice for busy workshops and performance specialists.
- Workshop inventory solution for building custom-length 525 chains for a wide range of high-performance road motorcycles
- Ideal base chain for complete chain and sprocket service packages on modern sport and superbikes
- Suitable for riders and builders seeking a premium X-ring 525 chain with reduced friction and long service intervals
- Robust construction and high tensile strength support intensive use, track days and aggressive riding styles
Example motorcycle applications for 525 RQ1 chain
Correctly sized sections of Tsubaki 525 RQ1 road chain are commonly used on powerful road following table shows example applications where a 525 RQ1 chain of the appropriate length is a typical fitment:
| Brand | Model | Year |
| Aprilia | Dorsoduro 750 | 2008–2016 |
| Aprilia | Dorsoduro 900 | 2017–2020 |
| Aprilia | Dorsoduro 1200 | 2011–2015 |
| Aprilia | ETV 1000 Caponord | 2001–2007 |
| Kawasaki | ZX-10R Ninja (ZX1000 KBF–KEF) | 2011–2017 |
| KTM | 1290 Super Duke R / 1290 Super Duke GT | 2014–2020 |
Actual chain length requirements depend on each motorcycle's original gearing and sprocket sizes; the chainroll enables suitable lengths to be produced to match the specific application.
