{"product_id":"royal-enfield-rar00454-chain-pad-classic-350-reborn-meteor-hunter-350","title":"Royal Enfield RAR00454 \/ RAR00454\/A – Chain Pad \/ Chain Slider for Classic 350 Reborn (J-Series), Meteor 350 \u0026 Hunter 350 – Genuine Swingarm Chain Guide","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"394\" data-end=\"814\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"462\"\u003eRoyal Enfield RAR00454 Chain Pad (also packed as RAR00454\/A)\u003c\/strong\u003e is the genuine \u003cstrong data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"517\"\u003eswingarm chain slider \/ chain guide\u003c\/strong\u003e used on the new J-Series 350 platform – \u003cstrong data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"607\"\u003eClassic 350 Reborn, Meteor 350 and Hunter 350\u003c\/strong\u003e. Multiple trusted sellers list it specifically as \u003cem data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"727\"\u003e“Chain Pad For Royal Enfield Classic 350 \/ Meteor 350 \/ Hunter 350”\u003c\/em\u003e with SKU \u003cstrong data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"751\"\u003eRAR00454\/A\u003c\/strong\u003e, confirming it as the OE chain guide for these three models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003eMounted on the \u003cstrong data-start=\"831\" data-end=\"854\"\u003etop of the swingarm\u003c\/strong\u003e, this pad is the sacrificial surface that the drive chain glides over. Over time it wears down, hardens or cracks, leading to \u003cstrong data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003emetal-to-metal contact, chain slap noise, chipped paint and premature chain\/sprocket wear\u003c\/strong\u003e. Replacing it with a cheap universal rubber strip is risky; the wrong profile can misalign the chain and interfere with suspension travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003eThis genuine \u003cstrong data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003eRAR00454 chain pad\u003c\/strong\u003e is moulded to the correct curvature of the J-Series swingarm and uses factory mounting points for a precise fit. Paired with a healthy chain and correct slack, it significantly reduces \u003cstrong data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1473\"\u003echain noise, slap and vibration\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially on rough roads and during aggressive acceleration or engine braking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1797\"\u003eIdeal for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1644\"\u003eMeteor 350 tourers, Hunter 350 city riders and Classic 350 Reborn owners\u003c\/strong\u003e who want the chassis to remain tight, quiet and mechanically correct. Combine it with a fresh chain\/sprocket kit and proper adjustment for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1834\"\u003eKey Features \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"2948\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1877\"\u003eGenuine Royal Enfield OEM chain pad\u003c\/strong\u003e – Part No. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003eRAR00454\u003c\/strong\u003e (often labelled \u003cstrong data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"1932\"\u003eRAR00454\/A\u003c\/strong\u003e on box\/invoices).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"2100\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"2100\"\u003eListed by specialist RE spares dealers as \u003cstrong data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2068\"\u003e“Chain Pad For Royal Enfield Classic 350 \/ Meteor 350 \/ Hunter 350”\u003c\/strong\u003e – J-Series 350 platform only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2210\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2210\"\u003eFits on the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2115\" data-end=\"2137\"\u003eswingarm chain run\u003c\/strong\u003e, guiding the chain and preventing metal-to-metal contact with the arm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2211\" data-end=\"2343\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2213\" data-end=\"2343\"\u003eHelps \u003cstrong data-start=\"2219\" data-end=\"2270\"\u003ereduce chain slap, rattling and knocking noises\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially on bad roads or during hard acceleration \/ engine braking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2344\" data-end=\"2465\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2346\" data-end=\"2465\"\u003eProtects the swingarm paint and metal, reducing risk of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2402\" data-end=\"2441\"\u003egrooves, rust and structural damage\u003c\/strong\u003e under the chain line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2466\" data-end=\"2582\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2468\" data-end=\"2582\"\u003eOE-grade rubber \/ polymer compound designed for \u003cstrong data-start=\"2516\" data-end=\"2579\"\u003eIndian conditions – dust, mud, rain and mixed road surfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2583\" data-end=\"2697\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2585\" data-end=\"2697\"\u003eCorrect profile and mounting hole spacing for J-platform 350 swingarm – \u003cstrong data-start=\"2657\" data-end=\"2694\"\u003eno jugaad, no drilling or cutting\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2698\" data-end=\"2829\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2700\" data-end=\"2829\"\u003eWorks perfectly with stock \u003cstrong data-start=\"2727\" data-end=\"2758\"\u003echain adjuster kit KAA00058\u003c\/strong\u003e and OEM chain\/sprocket sets for Classic 350, Meteor 350, Hunter 350.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2830\" data-end=\"2948\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2832\" data-end=\"2948\"\u003eSimple bolt-on replacement; recommended whenever you change chain\/sprocket kit or notice visible wear on the slider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2950\" data-end=\"2953\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2955\" data-end=\"3009\"\u003eCompatibility Table \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"3011\" data-end=\"4045\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"3011\" data-end=\"3162\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3011\" data-end=\"3162\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"3011\" data-end=\"3043\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"3043\" data-end=\"3073\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eEngine \/ Platform\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"3073\" data-end=\"3102\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eEmission \/ Years\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"3102\" data-end=\"3144\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePosition \/ Function\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"3144\" data-end=\"3162\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eFitment Status\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"3315\" data-end=\"4045\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3315\" data-end=\"3565\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3315\" data-end=\"3347\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eClassic 350 Reborn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3347\" data-end=\"3377\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e349cc J-Series single\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3377\" data-end=\"3406\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBS6, 2021-onwards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3406\" data-end=\"3448\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSwingarm chain pad \/ chain slider\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3448\" data-end=\"3565\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003e✅ Confirmed – multiple dealer listings specify “Classic 350” (new J-platform) with SKU RAR00454\/A Chain Pad Kit.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3566\" data-end=\"3799\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3566\" data-end=\"3598\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMeteor 350\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3598\" data-end=\"3628\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e349cc J-Series cruiser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3628\" data-end=\"3657\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBS6, 2020-onwards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3657\" data-end=\"3699\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSwingarm chain pad \/ chain slider\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3699\" data-end=\"3799\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003e✅ Confirmed – same listings list Meteor 350 along with Classic 350 \u0026amp; Hunter 350 for RAR00454\/A.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3800\" data-end=\"4045\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3800\" data-end=\"3832\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eHunter 350\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3832\" data-end=\"3862\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e349cc J-Series roadster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3862\" data-end=\"3891\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBS6, 2022-onwards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3891\" data-end=\"3933\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSwingarm chain pad \/ chain slider\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3933\" data-end=\"4045\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003e✅ Confirmed – RE chain pad described as “Genuine Chain Pad For Hunter 350 Goan \/ Classic 350 – RAR00454\/A”.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"4047\" data-end=\"4080\"\u003eExplicit Exclusions \/ Caution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4082\" data-end=\"4563\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4082\" data-end=\"4424\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4084\" data-end=\"4424\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4084\" data-end=\"4102\"\u003eNot advertised\u003c\/strong\u003e for: old-gen \u003cstrong data-start=\"4116\" data-end=\"4139\"\u003eClassic 350\/500 UCE\u003c\/strong\u003e, Bullet 350\/500, Thunderbird, Himalayan 411, Himalayan 450, Scram 411, Super Meteor 650, Interceptor 650, Continental GT 650, Bullet 350 J, Goan Classic 350, Guerrilla 450 etc. No clear microfiche evidence that RAR00454 is used on these, so we \u003cstrong data-start=\"4384\" data-end=\"4421\"\u003edo not list them to avoid returns\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4425\" data-end=\"4563\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4427\" data-end=\"4563\"\u003eFor any unlisted model, customers should verify using their \u003cstrong data-start=\"4487\" data-end=\"4529\"\u003eofficial Royal Enfield parts catalogue\u003c\/strong\u003e or share VIN and photos with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4565\" data-end=\"4568\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4570\" data-end=\"4581\"\u003eVariants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4583\" data-end=\"4639\"\u003eThis is a model-specific part supplied as a single spec:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4641\" data-end=\"4710\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4641\" data-end=\"4710\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4643\" data-end=\"4710\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4643\" data-end=\"4710\"\u003eRAR00454 \/ RAR00454\/A – Chain Pad \/ Chain Slider – Single piece\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4712\" data-end=\"4752\"\u003eWhat’s in the box (recommended wording):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4754\" data-end=\"4960\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4754\" data-end=\"4837\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4756\" data-end=\"4837\"\u003e1 x \u003cstrong data-start=\"4760\" data-end=\"4835\"\u003eGenuine Royal Enfield chain pad \/ chain slider (RAR00454 or RAR00454\/A)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4838\" data-end=\"4960\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4840\" data-end=\"4960\"\u003eMounting bolts \/ hardware are usually reused from the bike; if included in your physical stock, mention on product page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4962\" data-end=\"4994\"\u003eCustomer Also Purchase Below Items Along With This Item\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4996\" data-end=\"5163\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4996\" data-end=\"5071\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4998\" data-end=\"5071\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4998\" data-end=\"5069\"\u003eChain Adjuster Kit KAA00058 – Classic 350 \/ Meteor 350 \/ Hunter 350\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5072\" data-end=\"5163\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5074\" data-end=\"5163\"\u003eJ-Series \u003cstrong data-start=\"5083\" data-end=\"5107\"\u003echain \u0026amp; sprocket kit\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"5109\" data-end=\"5140\"\u003eauto chain tensioner 575558\u003c\/strong\u003e, chain lube \u0026amp; cleaner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5165\" data-end=\"5168\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"5170\" data-end=\"5183\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5185\" data-end=\"5459\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5185\" data-end=\"5238\"\u003eQ1. What does the RAR00454 chain pad actually do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5238\" data-end=\"5241\"\u003eIt is the \u003cstrong data-start=\"5251\" data-end=\"5284\"\u003eswingarm chain slider \/ guide\u003c\/strong\u003e. The drive chain glides over this pad instead of rubbing directly on the swingarm metal. It \u003cstrong data-start=\"5377\" data-end=\"5440\"\u003ereduces chain noise, prevents metal wear and protects paint\u003c\/strong\u003e in the chain path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5461\" data-end=\"5763\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5461\" data-end=\"5517\"\u003eQ2. How do I know if my chain pad needs replacement?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5517\" data-end=\"5520\"\u003eCheck the swingarm under the chain. If the rubber pad is \u003cstrong data-start=\"5577\" data-end=\"5647\"\u003edeeply grooved, cracked, hardened or worn through to plastic\/metal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or you hear extra chain slap on bumps, it is time to replace it along with or soon after a new chain\/sprocket kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5765\" data-end=\"6056\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5765\" data-end=\"5828\"\u003eQ3. Will RAR00454 fit my old Classic 350 UCE or Bullet 350?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5828\" data-end=\"5831\"\u003eNo. This chain pad is confirmed for the \u003cstrong data-start=\"5871\" data-end=\"5933\"\u003enew J-Series Classic 350 Reborn, Meteor 350 and Hunter 350\u003c\/strong\u003e only. Old UCE-based Classic \/ Bullet \/ Thunderbird use different swingarm profiles and different chain guide part numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6058\" data-end=\"6299\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6058\" data-end=\"6107\"\u003eQ4. Is RAR00454 and RAR00454\/A the same part?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"6107\" data-end=\"6110\"\u003eYes. Dealers and export invoices list it as \u003cstrong data-start=\"6154\" data-end=\"6180\"\u003eRAR00454 or RAR00454\/A\u003c\/strong\u003e, both described simply as “CHAIN PAD” for these models. They are supersessions of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"6267\" data-end=\"6296\"\u003esame OEM chain pad design\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6301\" data-end=\"6556\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6301\" data-end=\"6351\"\u003eQ5. Do I need any special tools to install it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"6351\" data-end=\"6354\"\u003eNo special tools. Support the bike safely, loosen the chain, remove the old pad’s fasteners, swap in the new pad and re-torque the bolts as per manual. 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