D.I.D 520ZVM-X X-Ring Chain 520 Gold & Grey Open with Rivet Link – 100 to 132 Links

The D.I.D 520ZVM-X is one of the most practical high-performance chains you can bolt onto a road or track motorcycle. Its 520 pitch keeps unsprung and rotating mass low, while the X-ring seal technology slashes friction compared with conventional O-ring designs — meaning more power reaches the rear wheel and routine maintenance intervals stretch considerably further.

Key Features

• 520 pitch construction balances light weight with impressive load capacity, ideal for supersport and middleweight machines.
• X-ring seal technology reduces friction and internal wear versus standard O-ring chains, extending service life even under hard use.
• Gold outer plates paired with grey inner plates (G&G) give an unmistakably purposeful look without compromising function.
• Open chain supplied with a rivet-style master link for a secure, permanent connection that rivals the strength of a solid link.
• Available in 16 link lengths from 100 to 132 links, covering the vast majority of 520-pitch fitments from single-link custom builds to long-swingarm track conversions.

Everyday Usability and Value

What sets the 520ZVM-X apart for daily riders is how little it asks of you between services. The X-ring lips form two sealing contact points per pin rather than one, keeping lubricant in and grit out far more effectively than a basic O-ring. That translates directly into less frequent cleaning and re-lubrication, reduced wear on front and rear sprockets, and a longer useful life from a single chain — making the slightly higher initial outlay straightforward to justify over a full season of commuting, touring or spirited weekend riding.

Road and Track Performance

D.I.D developed the ZVM-X series to satisfy both everyday road riders and competitors who demand repeatable drivetrain performance under sustained high-rpm loads. The precision-manufactured side plates and pins maintain consistent tension characteristics lap after lap, so the power delivery you feel on the first timed run remains consistent at the end of a long track day. For street use the chain is equally at home, handling the stop-start demands of urban riding and the sustained cruising speeds of motorway miles alike.

Fitment and Compatibility

This chain fits any motorcycle requiring a 520-pitch drivetrain. Compatible platforms include, but are not limited to:

• Aprilia: RSV4, RSV4 R, RSV4 RR, RSV4 RF, RSV4 1100, RSV4 1100 Factory, RS 660, RS 457, Tuono V4, V4 R, V4 S
• BMW: S1000RR, M1000RR, HP4, HP4R
• Bimota: KB998 Rimini, V2 890, V2 S 890, V2 955, 990 RC R
• CFMoto / QJMotor: SKR 800 RR
• Ducati: 848, 899, 959, 1199, 1199 S, 1199 R, 1299, 1299 S
• Honda: CBR 600 RR, CBR 1000 RR, CBR 1000 RR-R
• KTM: RC 390, RC8 1190
• Kawasaki: Ninja 400, ZX-4 RR, ZX-6R, ZX-10 R, ZX-10 RR
• MV Agusta: F3, F4, 675 SR-R, 450 SR
• Suzuki: GSX-R 600, GSX-R 750, GSX-R 1000
• Triumph: Daytona 675, Daytona 675 R, Daytona 765, Daytona 765 Moto 2, Street Triple 765 R, Street Triple 765 RS
• Yamaha: R3, R6, R7, R9, R1, R1M

Always verify your specific model year and sprocket combination before ordering. Model years covered span 2003 through 2026 across the listed platforms.

Specifications

• Brand: D.I.D
• Model: 520ZVM-X
• Chain type: X-ring
• Pitch: 520
• Finish / colour: Gold outer plates, grey inner plates (G&G)
• Configuration: Open chain with rivet master link
• Available link counts: 100, 102, 104, 106, 108, 110, 112, 114, 116, 118, 120, 122, 124, 126, 128, 132