JT Motorcycle Chains | Technical Information | Chains & Sprockets

JT offers a comprehensive range of motorcycle chains designed for road, motocross, enduro, off-road and ATV applications. The range includes premium X-Ring chains for maximum durability, competition chains developed for racing and performance riding, and heavy-duty chains designed to provide excellent strength and reliability at an affordable price.

The specification tables below compare each JT chain model, including:

  • Chain size and pitch
  • Tensile strength
  • Weight
  • Plate thickness
  • Roller dimensions
  • X-Ring sealing technology
  • Connecting link options
  • Construction features

Whether you're looking for a lightweight motocross chain, a premium road bike chain or a heavy-duty replacement for everyday riding, these technical specifications will help you select the most suitable JT chain for your motorcycle, quad or ATV.

Key Features Explained

  • Pin Riveting: Multiple rivet points provide a stronger, more secure connection between the pin and outer plate.
  • Solid Bush Construction: Improves resistance to wear and distortion under heavy loads.
  • Riveted Bush Design: Enhances durability by increasing resistance to lateral forces.
  • X-Ring Seals: Offer improved lubricant retention and lower friction than traditional O-ring chains, helping extend chain life and performance.

EXPERT SERIES X-RING DRIVE CHAIN

Z1R Super Heavy Duty X-Ring Chain

X1R Heavy Duty X-Ring Chain

Chain

Roller Diameter

Pin Length

Plate Thickness

Weight per 100 links

Avg. Tensile Strength

Pin Riveting

Solid Bush

X-Ring Seal

Available Connecting Link

Inner

Outer

 

mm

mm

mm

mm

kg

kgf (kN)

-

-

-

Rivet

Clip

520Z1R

10.32

21.40

2.2

2.4

1.87

4300 (42.2)

4

Yes

Yes

Yes

-

525Z1R

10.32

23.70

2.4

2.6

2.10

4800 (47.1)

4

Yes

Yes

Yes

-

530Z1R

10.32

25.30

2.4

2.6

2.19

4800 (47.1)

4

Yes

Yes

Yes

-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

428X1R

8.50

20.80

2.0

2.0

1.12

2800 (27.5)

4

Yes

Yes

-

Yes

520X1R

10.22

20.30

2.0

2.0

1.55

3700 (36.3)

4

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

520X1R2

10.22

20.30

2.0

2.0

1.67

3900 (38.2)

4

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

525X1R

10.22

22.60

2.2

2.2

1.87

4050 (39.7)

4

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

530X1R

10.22

24.90

2.4

2.4

2.08

4200 (41.2)

4

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

RACE SERIES COMPETITION DRIVE CHAIN

HDS Ultimate Competition Chain

HDR Super Competition Chain

Chain Roller Diameter Pin Length Plate Thickness Weight per 100 links Avg. Tensile Strength Pin Riveting Solid Bush X-Ring Seal Available Connecting Link
Inner Outer
  mm mm mm mm kg kgf (kN) - - - Rivet Clip
520HDS 10.22 18.60 2.2 2.2 1.55 4020 (39.4) 4 Yes - Yes Yes
520HDR 10.22 17.80 2.0 2.0 1.47 3700 (36.3) 4 Yes - Yes Yes

HEAVY DUTY DRIVE CHAIN

Chain Roller Diameter Pin Length Plate Thickness Weight per 100 links Avg. Tensile Strength Pin Riveting Solid Bush X-Ring Seal Available Connecting Link
Inner Outer
  mm mm mm mm kg kgf (kN) - - - Rivet Clip
420HDR 7.77 15.05 1.6 1.6 0.74 2000 (19.6) 2 Yes - - Yes
428HDR 8.50 18.30 2.0 2.0 0.97 2500 (24.5) 2 Yes - - Yes

ROAD & DUAL PURPOSE APPLICATION CHART

MOTOCROSS APPLICATION CHART

ATV & QUAD APPLICATION CHART

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