Tsubaki Road Connecting Link 530 RQ2 55250530002
The Tsubaki Road Connecting Link 530 RQ2 is a clip-type master link designed specifically for Tsubaki 530 RQ2 road X-ring drive enables quick opening and closing of the drive chain when adjusting length, changing gearing or carrying out routine maintenance on road motorcycles.
Main features
- Clip-type connecting link tailored for Tsubaki 530 RQ2 road chain series (530 pitch X-ring chain with gold-coloured plates).
- Quick-release design with spring clip and link section featuring hollow-ended pins for easier assembly and disassembly using standard chain tools.
- Developed for use with RQ2 chains that are recommended for motorcycles up to 150 hp, balancing durability, low friction and weight.
- High-strength steel construction with sealing compatibility for X-ring chain technology to help maintain lubrication and service life.
- Supplied as a single connecting link for servicing or custom-length 530 RQ2 chains.
Technical specifications
| Brand | Tsubaki |
| Product type | Road chain connecting link (master link) |
| Series | RQ2 road X-ring chain series (up to 150 hp) |
| Link style | Clip-type connecting link (quick-release) |
| Chain pitch | 530 (5/8" pitch, 3/8" inner width) |
| Seal technology compatibility | For Tsubaki 530 RQ2 X-ring road chains |
| Material | Steel components with elastomer sealing interfaces as used in X-ring chain designs |
| Manufacturer reference | 55250530002 |
| Compatible chain families | Tsubaki 530 RQ2 road chains (successor to earlier Alpha XRG 530 chains). |
| Delivery scope | 1 × clip-type connecting link (link body with pins and retaining clip) |
Function and advantages
The connecting link closes the chain loop by joining the two open ends of a Tsubaki 530 RQ2 drive clip-style construction allows the link to be removed and reinstalled without grinding off rivet heads, which is useful when changing sprocket sizes or altering wheelbase.
In comparison with permanent riveted pin links, clip-type links prioritise ease of handling and pin links remain the preferred option where maximum possible connection strength is required, while clip-type links provide a practical solution for standard road use and frequent maintenance.
Typical use cases
- Replacement of a worn, damaged or lost master link on a Tsubaki 530 RQ2 road chain.
- Reconnection of the chain after shortening or lengthening to suit alternative front or rear sprocket sizes.
- Construction of custom-length drive chains from bulk Tsubaki 530 RQ2 chain rolls.
- Carrying a spare master link for long-distance touring, track days or workshop use where rapid chain repair may be required.
Compatibility notes
This connecting link is dimensioned for 530-pitch Tsubaki RQ2 road X-ring chains and other chains with the same specification within the Tsubaki RQ2 530 is not intended for smaller-pitch chains (for example 520 or 525) or for non-RQ series chains.
