RK GOLD Motorcycle Chain GB530XSO/Z1 X 118 cbr gsf zxr gsx

Technical Specifications – RK GB530XSO/Z1 Chain (Gold)

• Model: GB530XSOZ1 (also written as GB530XSO/Z1)

• Pitch & Size: 530 pitch chain suitable for street and general use motorcycles.

• Seal Type: RX‑Ring (X‑ring style) – provides superior sealing and 2× longer wear life compared to standard O‑ring chains .

• Tensile Strength: Approximately 40 kN (~9,000–9,500 lbs).

• Weight: ~1.98 kg per 100 links (~19.8 g per link) .

• Length Options: Available in various link counts—common lengths include:

  • 106L

  • 110L

  • 114L

  • 118L (as shown), up to 126L depending on supplier.

• Master Link: Supplied with a rivet-type connecting link (most secure); clip-type is available separately but not recommended.

• Applications:

  • Street use: up to 1000 cc

  • Off-road/dirt use: up to 750 cc

  • Recommended up to 150 HP motorcycles

  • Country of Manufacture: Japan—high-quality OEM chain design and material

  • Compatible Bikes & Fitment

    While RK doesn't always list bike-specific fitments for the GB530XSO/Z1, its specs make it suitable for mid-to-large capacity sport and touring bikes. For example:

    • Well-suited as an OEM replacement chain for models like Suzuki GSX-R1000, Honda CBR1000, Yamaha R‑1, FZ‑1—as noted by reputable retailers.

    A user-provided compendium for an XSO chain (110 links) suggests compatibility across a broad range of motorcycles including many Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Triumph, and Yamaha models like:

    • Honda: CBR600F (1987–1990), CBR900RR (1992–1995), CBR929RR/954RR, VFR750F, VFR800Fi

    • Kawasaki: ZXR750

    • Suzuki: GSF1200/600 Bandit, GSX-R750, RF900R, SV1000

    • Triumph: Daytona series (1200, 955i, Sport, etc.), Speed Triple variants, Sprint Sport, Trophy series

    • Yamaha: FZ750, FZS600 Fazer