The Renthal R1 Works 520 Chain is a race-focused drive chain built to handle hard acceleration and aggressive riding. Designed specifically with racing applications in mind, it uses shot peened link plates for strength, delivering a 7,644 pound tensile strength to cope with high power loads. An unsealed, non-o-ring design helps minimize drag, while pre-formed bushings extend between plates to reduce friction. Chamfered inner-links are designed to keep the chain on the sprocket and help prevent hop-offs. Finished in a corrosion-resistant gold finish and built with chromized, corrosion resistant pins, it’s made to balance performance and longevity. Master link included, 120 links total.
Built for racing applications, the R1 Works 520 Chain uses shot peened link-plates to support demanding power delivery. With a 7,644 pound tensile strength, it’s designed to hold up when you pin the throttle and keep power transferring smoothly to the rear wheel under aggressive conditions.
This is an unsealed, non-o-ring chain intended for riders prioritizing racing-style performance. Pre-formed bushings extend between plates to reduce friction, helping the chain run efficiently so it won’t have a problem keeping your back tire spinning.
Chamfered inner-links are designed to keep the chain on the sprocket and help prevent hop-offs. For longevity, it features chromized, corrosion resistant pins paired with a corrosion-resistant gold finish. It’s also noted as a perfect match for Renthal sprockets.
The Renthal 520 R-1 Works Chain is designed specifically with racing applications in mind, combining a low-drag unsealed design with features intended to support strength, efficiency, and dependable sprocket engagement.
| Chain size | 520 |
|---|---|
| Design | Unsealed, non-o-ring design |
| Tensile strength | 7,644 pound tensile strength |
| Link count | 120 Links |
| Finish | Gold corrosion-resistant finish |
| Pins | Chromized, corrosion resistant pins |
| Master link | Master link included |
| Model/code | R-1 |
