Stock.
Power delivery is strong smooth through the entire RPM range. The low-end torque is good, and the bike will easily lift the front wheel (I am 5'7 and 135 pounds) when starting out in first with only a 3/4 throttle hit and nothing more. It also pulls hard out of corners. At low speeds the throttle can be more like an on/off switch. Even just adjusting your grip on the throttle can cause the throttle to "blip" and the bike to jump at low speed, but at speed it is just crisp and precise.
Brake feel is good, and stopping power is excellent, with one or two fingers being all that is needed for most stops or for slowing down.
The 954 handles like it is on a rail. The turn-in is so light that you have to ride it to believe it. It keeps it's composure over bumps even when laid well over, and mid-turn corrections don't upset the suspension.
I also have a '01 VFR, and my initial main concern was whether or not I could take day-long rides on the 954. I managed one ride so far of about 425 miles over 8 hours, and I was impressed with the overall comfort. The seat is a little hard, but otherwise no complaints. It is a bike I can ride all day long. I wish the tank was a little larger, as it seems I am always buying gas. Overall, like the VFR, I think the 954 is the best bike of its class.
List the modifications on this bike
stock fuel injection is better than the modified map provided by Dynojet for the PC111r. Under 6000 rpm the engine is docile and soft after that it picks up predictably but not overwhelmingly so.
Brakes could not be better. Feel, power is exceptional.
Handles extremely well, but is sensitive to weight distribution. A skilled rider will be very well rewarded. A novice rider will learn how to ride properly because of the forgiving way that this bike rewards correct input.
Overalla very well balanced machine that does everything extremely well. All it needs is more torque in the lower rpms where most street riders spend their time.
Erion black bolt-on
Decreased low end lag versus 929RR, very smooth throttle response, and a very sweet powerband in the mid/high range.
Very predictable braking, while staying smooth and stable.
This bike handles like a dream! I feel much more comfortable on this vs. my F4I while going through the turns. It also handles cross winds much better than the F4i I previously had (2001). I weight 135 and a big cross wind would send the F4i across the lane if I was not constantly correcting it. This bike needs less than 1/2 the corrections in crosswinds. (gotta love chicago weather)
This bike is light, powerful, smooth, looks great, and handles great. I was able to keep just behind a 2001 busa in a street drag. This is the bike of 2002!
List the modifications on this bike
any flat spots etc.
Feel, Strength
easy handling
good feeling on bike
List the modifications on this bike Scott�s Damper, Zero Gravity Dark Smoke DB, Intuitive Frame Sliders, Only the Clear coat Sticker. Coming in the next week or so a Corbin Pilot Saddle and a Competition Werkes Fender Eliminator Kit.
The bike can be a little flickable at times, but it is easy to keep it under control. Once into the power it revs very smooth and even.
The 330mm front brakes make the 954 almost effortless to bring to a stop. Although I did have a few small tank slappers while under extremely hard breaking, that were cured by the Scott�s.
The single attached swing arm takes a little bit to get used to. Going into a corner if you don't compress the rear shock the bike can get a little squirrelly
Over all the bike is very fun to ride. I hate the seat. Still I was able to ride from Columbus to Detroit and back with out to major discomforts.
Erion Racing bolt on.Small appearance changes(like HUGE rear fender removed).
Smooth power delivery.From 0-3000rpm's the throttle is a little rough at first,but no problem.Power comes alive after 3000rpm's.Powers up the front end with ease.
You hit the brakes,you stop.They are perfect.
Light,nimble handling.Feels like a 600.Holds a straight line with no dampner,no hands.
This bike rips.It's a sharp looking bike.Go out and buy one.
olins damper powerbronze airflow screen
not as much low down power as 2000 r1
10/10
handles like a 600 but need a damper on bumpy roads
very nice to ride more racer than steet bike than most fastest stering in class
Stock production bike.
The Fuel Injection is very precise as is throttle response, however I did adjust the throttle free play in order to avoid the on/off throttle tendency although it wasn�t as severe as I heard. I enjoy the fact that it is so responsive without being uncontrolled. Power delivery is strong and extremely smooth through the entire rev range. Was able to pop power wheelies in the first three gears. The power in this bike is amazing (GSX who?).
Braking is the best in the business. Huge 330mm rotors handle the job superbly. Brake feel and stopping power is excellent. You won�t ever need more than 2 fingers to slow down or stop this machine.
This bike handles like a dream. Think where you want to go and you�re there. Change your line or brake in mid-turn? No problem. Excellent feedback and never feels as if you are forcing the bike to do something it doesn�t want to do. This bike was made for twisties.
Practically everything on this bike is user adjustable so you can taylor the bike to your particular ergonomics and taste. This bike is very light, has more power than I know what to do with, is smooth, has great looks, handles like a dream and is a definite chick magnet. A very well balanced and fun piece of craftsmanship. Best decision I ever made.
Stock production bike.
The Fuel Injection is very precise as is throttle response, however I did adjust the throttle free play in order to avoid the on/off throttle tendency although it wasn�t as severe as I heard. I enjoy the fact that it is so responsive without being uncontrolled. Power delivery is strong and extremely smooth through the entire rev range. Was able to pop power wheelies in the first three gears. The power in this bike is amazing (GSX who?).
Braking is the best in the business. Huge 330mm rotors handle the job superbly. Brake feel and stopping power is excellent. You won�t ever need more than 2 fingers to slow down or stop this machine.
This bike handles like a dream. Think where you want to go and you�re there. Change your line or brake in mid-turn? No problem. Excellent feedback and never feels as if you are forcing the bike to do something it doesn�t want to do. This bike was made for twisties.
Practically everything on this bike is user adjustable so you can taylor the bike to your particular ergonomics and taste. This bike is very light, has more power than I know what to do with, is smooth, has great looks, handles like a dream and is a definite chick magnet. A very well balanced and fun piece of craftsmanship. Best decision I ever made.
stock
Carburation is spot on most of the time but small throttle openings can hit quickly..best to keep alert..otherwise, this bike rushes forward with extreme velocity..megapower.
Like everyone else..these are the best brakes I have ever experienced..Whoa baby!!
Handling is absolutely phenomenol..I mean she just goes where you want her to go..gotta pay attention if speed is your need but the 954 stays planted and sure all the time,everytime..what a hoot! Just tinker a little with suspension settings to get your feel..It's all there.
If your looking for a liter sport bike that loves to romp yet is very civil around town doin' the 25 to 40..this may be your mount.. I got my 2002 black and silver beauty for less than $9000 out the door. How's that for a bargain?
REMOVED BACK FENDER ASAP. REPLACED FRONT & REAR TIRE,( SOFT) SLIP ON EXHAUST YOSH PIPE. RE-MOUNTED FRONT & REAR SIGNALS CLEAR DBL WINDSCREEN LOOKS GREAT!!!!!
954 RR IS EXTREMLY SMOOTH .ALL THE WAY THROUGH THE POWER BAND . IT TENDS TO RUN A LITTLE HOT IN TRAFFIC ABOUT 195-200. CANYON RUNNING ABOUT 176-184 OTHER THAN THE MODS . MY BIKE WILL WILLEYYYYY 1,2,3,GEAR WITH A BLINK OF AN EYE.
BRAKING IS AWESOME . VERY PREDICTIABLE . GOOD JOB HONDA!
BIKE IS VERY QUICK & RESPONSIVE NO YOUR LIMITS. FOR ME THE BIKE HANDLES LIKE A DREAM .I ALSO OWN A R1 AND I FLIP A COIN EVERY TIME I WALK INTO MY GARAGE.
954RR IS VERY PREDICTIABLE ,VERY FAST,AND LOOKS GREAT. p.s my best friend has a v-rod 2003 ,and his twin brother has a katana 750 .now i know why they put mirrors on my 954rr!!!!!!!!!!!
Full D&D, PCIII, Scrape bar, Freestyle Ingenuity crash cage, -1 front +3 rear sprocket.
Low rpm there used to be until I geared it now its completely smooth all the way through.
Incredible braking stops on a dime.
Light, very easy to handle.
Bike is awesome, Very comfortable stance, Hate the seat. But all in all its a great bike.
No modifications
The bike has amazing throttle reponse any any revs you are riding in. The 954 has this advantage over the 929 with its extra midrange power. However, twitch your right hand and the bike will not forgive you.
For street riding, no modification will ever be needed to the breaks. At low speed the rear brake is all thats needed if you dont want to lose your manhood.
After testriding R1's and GSXR1000's its clear to see that listening to bike mag reviews is a waste of time. You need to ride this bike for yourself and make up your own mind. The bike handles so well, it almost feels that you are a passenger on it as it needs no effort whatsoever to corner. The bike is so flickable and reponsive it sometimes goes lower than you expect it to.
You may read spec sheets on this bike and the others in the class. But you really need to ride one. My mates bragging about his GSXR1000 having more power, but its about usable power, something the blade excells at over the Suzuki. Lets not forget its restircted to 150bhp anyway by a cone in the exhaust pipe. Should happily pust 165bhp with this taken out. This I plan to do to mine soon, which should be quite interesting. Make your own view on this bike but I am so glad I chose this over any other. It is simple the best superbike you can ride!
Smoke Windscreen,Frame Sliders,Flush mount blinkers,And WOLF undertail pipes.
Before pipes, the fuel injection was nearly perfect. After the pipes its a little slugish in the low RPM's, but from about 6000 on up U better hold on. Feels life you hit a NOS button.
The brakes are everything you will ever need. Never use more than two fingers though, unless you love Endos.
This bike handles better than any other in its class,with the R1 a little behind and the GSXR a little further back. This bike gives the 600 a run for their money in the twisties, but when the straight away comes, see ya.
Out of all the people I regularly ride with I am the only 954 rider. They mostly ride GSXR 1000's and R1's. When it comes to riding in the curves they think im just the best rider ever, I will never tell them that its the bike not me. If you want to be the best buy a 954.
devilbike shotgun exhaust,targra hugger kit fennder eliminator,carbon fiber flush mount turn signals,and power comander 3
overall power is outstanding except in the shift from 5th to 6th for about 15 sec. it lags but the its fine
can stop on a dime the handling is so go you can pull stoppies that are just amazing from nowhere
smooth thoughout
this is a bike to have fun with but respect the bike or itll eat you up
power commanderIIIR ,owner fabed fender eliminater ,targa solo cover ,remove rear footpegs ,ti muffler bracket ,smoked double bubble ,frame,swingarm and clipon sliders .
power deliverary much smoohter with PCIIIr
doesn't get any better.
i used to think it couldn't get any better than my DUCATI now there is a new sherrif in town!!!!!!!!!
THE FINEST BIKE IN THE LITERBIKE CLASS NUF SAID!!
power commanderIIIR ,owner fabed fender eliminater ,targa solo cover ,remove rear footpegs ,ti muffler bracket ,smoked double bubble ,frame,swingarm and clipon sliders .
power deliverary much smoohter with PCIIIr
doesn't get any better.
i used to think it couldn't get any better than my DUCATI now there is a new sherrif in town!!!!!!!!!
THE FINEST BIKE IN THE LITERBIKE CLASS NUF SAID!!
power commanderIIIR ,owner fabed fender eliminater ,targa solo cover ,remove rear footpegs ,ti muffler bracket ,smoked double bubble ,frame,swingarm and clipon sliders .
power deliverary much smoohter with PCIIIr
doesn't get any better.
i used to think it couldn't get any better than my DUCATI now there is a new sherrif in town!!!!!!!!!
THE FINEST BIKE IN THE LITERBIKE CLASS NUF SAID!!
Scotts steering dampener, frame sliders, licence plate bracket, gearing-1 down in front 2 up in the rear,tank protector,
Power delivery is very smooth on the top. Just a tad snatchy down low, that soundslike a bad thng but once your used to it you will love it. When I changed my gearing it made power up wheeies a total breeze but it does come up hella fast.
Brakes are PERFECT. I hve ridden bikes with AP brakes and Brembo, in my opinion these are better. This bike is the ultimate stoppie machine. I would say unless your bike lives on the track, if you change your brakes on this bike you need serious mental help.
Super user friendly. Mid-corner corrections are s easy you feel a fraud. I put a steering dapener on mine but truth be known it is ten times more useful when setting down wheelies rather than helping in the twisties. The only "problem" that really needs to be addressed is the stock rear preload setting is a bit weak. I adjusted mine 2 clicks stiffer preload on the rear shock. That keeps the arse end from squatting in a fast corner.
I like this bike better than any other liter bike. It has strong drive all through the RPM range, it is scary fast (the way I like it), smooth power curve, light as a two wheeled feather, compact and comfy, looks to kill, and hey it's a Honda so you know the build quality is F ing great. I think the R1 still looks sexier but I would still take this over anything else on 2 wheels.
power commander fuel injection module kN air filter scotts damper dark wind screen fender eliminator kit frame siders akrapovic exhaust system full titanium crome rims and swing arm
it was really good mild rang
the braking is great you could'nt ask for anything better
like an hot knife cutting throw butter
I have a friend that has an gsx-r1000 he can beat me going stairt but on the back road my 954 rules over his bike. i brout it to the drag strip my best run was 10.8 at 134mph
List the modifications on this bike:olings steering dampner,erion pipe,cut tail license plat off & put after market lights (both).
any flat spots etc.none,perfect.
Feel, Strength,perfect.
perfect.
Wolf Titanium, Signals, mostly cosmetic.
Bellow 3000 its pretty flat, but hey its not a v-twin. Anywhere after 5000 and your good. My biggest disapointment in the power is second gear. My bike wants to go into a violent head shake before it will pick the wheel up. 1st comes up anytime, anywhere. It should be as easy in second maybe third as well.
Braking is good, maybe great. 4 out of 5.
Handeling is outstanding. No matter the curve the bike will do it. You just have to figure out how big your balls are. Ive ridden with r1's, GSXR 1000, no one should be hanging with you on turns.
I love the handeling. I think someone should be able to do something to cushion the seat. Other than that I think the only thing I would ask for is a lower gear for 2 and 3. I will probably end up putting 2 teeth on the rear.
Jardine Polished Aluminum Slip on.
The fuel injected power is crisp. At low speeds the throttle is more like a light switch, on or off. This can be annoying at low speeds when hitting a bump can cause you to blip the throttle and lurch the bike. At speed the throttle is crisp and precise. To raise the front wheel just roll on the throttle in first up to 5 grand and goose the throttle. No need to blip the throttle or bounce the front end up. It will power up on it's own. With a quality slip on you will meet or exceed the 150hp mark.
Honestly I'm not impressed with the brakes. Perhaps the bike I have needs new pads. I bought it off a gentleman with 4000 miles on it already. The brakes seem to fade under hard braking. The back brakes are strong but when your front brakes feel like mush, who cares about the rear? I've owned many Hondas and they've all stopped on a dime, so maybe a new set of pads and some steel braided lines will slow this pony down.
The bike handles flawlessly. The lean in is very easy. The bike is very refined and almost possesses "speed of thought" handling. If you think you wanna be somewhere on the road, you're already there. Very little rider imput or body english is needed to tip this bike through the turns.
Overall I think this is a great bike. For me it's the best I can do right now because I'm so brand loyal to Honda. I wish I could put a Honda Sticker on the tank of a GSXR 1000, but... until Honda comes out with their CBR 1000RR in 2004 this will be my ride.
List the modifications on this bike Micron Carbon Fiber Over BolT-On Pro Grips Micron PCIIIR K&N Air Filter
This Bike Has Great Throttle Resposne Throughout The RPM Range. Power tends to be a little hesistant below 3000 rpm but How often are you below that range except when coming from a stop. This can be easily overcome by an experianced clutch finger. Honda has as usual Fine-tuned it's PGM-FI (Programmed fuel Injection) To ever-so-precisely match changing conditions. I find Kawasaki, Yamaha, and especially Suzuki FI to be extremely choppy and unforgiving. This bike will come up very quickly in first and second gear if proper care isn't given to throttle operation
Braking is as usual unparralelled On this Honda. Only the slightest "two fingered" pressure is required to bring this bike to a fast stop. The brakes while feeling very powerful aren't "grabby" and are very forgiving and would likely be very forgiving to a "less experianced" rider
I previously owned an 'O2 F4i. I'd be inclined not to believe that Honda could take an open class bike, Give it a 370lb 600 class dry weight, Make it over 40 horsepower stronger than the F4i, and make it handle better the the F4i (which is by the way until now the nimblest bike I'd had the pleasure of riding. But somehow they managed it "Flickable" is the best word I've hear used to describe the handling characteristics of this bike. It would be very forgiving again in the hands or a less-than-experianced rider. You feel very reassured pulling hard on the throttle during cornering (not too hard though or it'll lift quick) I easily worn every evidence of "chicken strip" off my 190 rear tire in less than 500 miles.
Buy one tomorrow
List the modifications on this bike
any flat spots etc.
Feel, Strength
List the modifications on this bike MIG UNDERSEAT PIPE, POWER COMMANDER II, K&N AIR FILTER, RAM AIR.
any flat spots etc. NO FLAT SPOTS, PRETTY SMOOTH DELIVERY, A LITTLE JERKY IN LOW RPMS
Feel, Strength. PERFECT TO ME STOCK, I MIGHT GO WITH BRAIDED JUST FOR LOOK, STOCK IS STRONG ENOUGH
THE BEST I'VE EVER FELT(KEEPING IN MIND I JUST SOLD MY ZX7R)
I LOVE IT, I HOPE IT CAN KEEP UP WITH THE NEW 04'S
List the modifications on this bike I HAVE A FULL HINDLE SYSTEM,PCIIIR, SCOTTS DAMPENER, K+N FILTER 45TOOTH VORTEX SPROCKET CLEANED UP REAR SECTION. I INSTALLED LARGE LEDs ABOVE HIGH BEAMS LIKE THE EUROPE BIKES HAVE. LOOKING TO INSTALL AN HID SYSTEM IN FUTURE ALSO LOOKING FOR DROP IN CAMS. I FEEL THE NEED FOR SPEED!
any flat spots etc. MY ONLY FLAT SPOT IS SOMETIMES WHEN I TAKE OFF HARD BUT THE POWER COMMANDER TOOK AWAY THE REAL ENOYING STOCK LOWEND JERK SPECAILLY WHEN I HIT BUMPS ITS WAS BAD. I ONLY RODE STOCK FOR 500MILES THEN GOT A FULL BUT STOCK POWER HAD ALOT OF BOTTOM PULLING WHEELIES IN SECOND. FULL HINDLE IS VERY LOUD AND 45 TOOTH SPROCKET IS SO F**KIN NUTS. MID RANGE ON THE HIGHWAY IS SICK. BUT TOP ISNT SO BAD 165MPH BUT MUST REMEMER U GET THERE MUCH FASTER. WHEELIES REV FASTER TOO. ITS ROLLING OUT 143HP NOT TO BAD. LOOKING FOR DROP IN CAMS!
Feel, Strength BRAKES ARE GOOD FOR STOCK BUT NEEDS DOUBLE HH PADS AND SOME BRAIDED LINES.
WELL LETS SEE I READ FROM ANOTHER PERSON HERE ABOUT THE 954 HE SAID IT RIDES ON RAIL AND U KNOW WHAT "IT DOES" ITS SICK BUT FOR THOSE PEEPS THAT LIKE SPEED GET A GOOD STEERING DAMPENER CAUSE AT 140 150 160+ WATCH OUT ITS LIKE RIDING AN R1. IT WHEELIES AT THOSE SPEEDS
THE 954 IS A SWEET RIDE FOR THE MORE EXPERT RIDER. HANDLING THIS BIKE WITH 600 WEIGHT AND 1000 POWER IS INCREDABLE. I ALSO OWN A 93 CBR900RR WITH 140HP BUT HAS NO COMPARISON TO THE FLICKABLE PLUS POWER TO WEIGHT RATIO IS TOTALLY AWESOME. BUT FOR ANYONE INTO WHEELIES OR STUNTS THIS IS THE TOY FOR U...
Devil 3/4 system,PCIII, 137.5 rear wheel HP w/Remap from L&L motorsports,Dan Kyle Racing Fork revalve and respring(1.05kg),Ohlins rear Shock, Braided lines, CFM Motorsports(WoodCraft) footpegs,shifter and brake pedal, O2 sensor eliminator, fender bob and some little bits
Used to be snatchy before PCIII remap clean up a flat spot at about 40% throttle opening and bumped power up from 134 RWHP with the 3/4 pipe to 137.5 RWHP
Good stock but, alot better with the Galfer lines
Stock forks Suck! Now they work right! Have run Bridgestone BT012,BT012SS(2 sets), Metzler Rennsports RS1/RS2 combo,Dunlop D207RR(on second set now)
Excellent bike even though the stock front end sucked Im giving it a 10!
no significant mods just yet
below 3000 rpm theres nothing, need to slip the clutch really, but from then on its power all the way up with a nice kick right at the top of the range, i cant detect any holes in power although the exhaust valve opens as you go past 5000 rpm with a detectable feel and a servo noise.
awesome, one finger only required with heaps of feel, i have heard these are the best brakes of any production bike ever, and i believe it.
excellent handling, well suspended on stock settings, surprisingly comfortable even for people over 6ft nice comfy seat, this bike is very forgiving considering it is a superbike and it sounds silly but it is much easier to ride than my other two bikes (cbr600F2, zxr400L5).
love it more than anything, its the love of my life - just don't tell the missus!
Devil Shotgun Exhaust (3/4 system), Scotts Dampener, Power Commander III, Fender Eliminator kit.
This bike does not compare to other liter bikes on the low end. PCIII fixes most problems on the map. Rips in the high-end.
Perfect
This bike glides with ease around the sharpest of corners. Even better after Steering Dampener.
The best all-around sports bike on the street. Great handling, best seating position, and sharp looking.
Fender elimniator kit, Jardine slip on, transperent red wind screen, frame sliders, gel grips. red bar ends, all black paint job.
very smooth excellent accelleration.
99.9%
havent hit up da canyons. shut up! i know.
ha ha ha . no comment
full erion racing exhaust system w/ power commander iiir
right now working with erion racing to fiqure out rich/lean, but the power is awesome compared to stock
100%
handling is great
i bought the exhaust system and the bike now sounds tough and has performance and i get my power commander adjusted. it's going to be pure joy. thanks honda
factory stock
a little twitchy on the right hand almost like a on-off switch once you get used to that alls ok plenty of power
more brakes than i can use endless lever
crisp and clean can get some bad head shake i wish honda would have installed a damper
luv the bike have taken many long trips 500--850 miles wood plank for a seat after you go knumb alls ok good ergos also has stock michelins still
D&D Carbon Slip-on, Galfer stainless lines front and rear, Scotts steering Damper, flush mounts, custom fender eliminator, mirrored windscreen
The power is phenomenal, clutchless wheelies in 2nd, the power to weight ratio is wicked (only 370lbs dry) The D&D is stupid loud on this bike.
Personally feel this bike has the best brakes of anything out there. Huge rotors cool quick for stoppie after stoppie.
Light in the front, hoping to correct the odd head shake with my new damper (haven't ridden it yet with damper on)But she does love to tuck into the corners, super light and easy to throw around.
The 954 has the same weight and wheelbase as the 600rr but a ton more power. And when the air cools at the end of the day, it goes from being all the bike a guy would ever need to a slap a shit-eatin' grin on you face monster...God I love it!
Arrow Slip on Exhaust, Arrow Steering Damper , DB screen, Pirelli Diablo Tyres.
only that it's very flat below 3000, then it goes, think this will only be a problem in the wet. Overtaking is superb and the engine delivers controlled power on very twisty B roads and fast sweeping A roads.
Feel, Strength 10/10
Well i can only say that this bike was a tank slapping bitch on bumpy B roads, trying to keep with a 1000rr4 out of the bends and it shakes and slaps all over the place, fitted the Arrow Steering Damper and Pirelli Diablo's, you can just keep it nailed, and do anything you like and it's rock solid, everywhere, cranked over, crests, bumps, stunning.
A totally great bike, and now the handling is sorted also one of the quickest on the road, real roads not just your fav. 20 miles that you know every bump and camber on.
two brothers pipe, power commander
any flat spots etc. very responsive, extemely explosive. twitchy at very low speed
brakes are outstanding, very powerful. stoppies are almost too easy
the best handling bike ever made! hands down, nothing out there can compare to the handling of this machine.
it doesn't get any better than the 954 rr
two brothers pipe, power commander
any flat spots etc. very responsive, extemely explosive. twitchy at very low speed
brakes are outstanding, very powerful. stoppies are almost too easy
the best handling bike ever made! hands down, nothing out there can compare to the handling of this machine.
it doesn't get any better than the 954 rr
Steering dampaner, pipe, cut off mudflap thing, powerup kit
GREAT doesnt miss a beat
Stops verysmooth, could have steel braided brake lines
super good. pops wheelies like a feather with a motor, i would know i already fliped it. (totled it out)
This bike is great toobad they dont produce these anymore
scotts steering damper, full Hindel exhaust system and upgrade of the suspension
the blade is very touchy through the low and high ranges, which is a good thing cause power is available all the time. coming out of corners is a dream compared to other bikes I have riden. It feels like the bike just keeps climbing. I think a full exhaust system definitely helps the cause as well,
braking is a dream. most of the time only 1 finger is needed to activate the front brakes.
for the power that this bike has it should be heavier then what it is. but its so lite that it tips into corners, feel almost like a 600. And with the inclusion of the steering damper there is more stability in the front end.
overall this is a well balanced bike. for the amount of power that the blade has, it has great handling to match it. Main problems that I have with it, is that the fuel tank is small, also the fairings are a nightmare to get off, but apart from those problems, it's a great bike.
FULL HINDLE, K&N AND PCIIIR, LOW BEAM HELLA HID, HIGH BEAMS ARE YELLOW, ALL DIRECTIONALS ARE LED, FASTAG LICENSE PLATE, CHROME SHIELD AND FRAME SLIDERS AND A SCOTTS STEERING DAMPENER AND A SHORT 2 FINGER CRG BRAKE LEVER.
any flat spots etc. FLAT SPOT ONLY CAUSE I HAVE A POWERCOMMANDER IT AT THE BOTTOM BUT ONCE ROLLING ITS INSANE. MID AND TOP IS CRAZY. I HAVE 143HP AT 73FT. ROLL ON WHEELIES ARE SIMPLE BUT TAKE CAUTION AT HIGH SPEEDS OVER 100MPH FRONT WHEEL TENDS TO RISE.
Feel, Strength WELL AT 15,000MILES AND STILL STOCK BRAKEPADS IT STOPS GREAT. NO PROBLEMS HERE
WELL LIKE I SEE OTHER POEPLE WRITING THIS BIKE DOES RIDE ON RAILS. I HAVE A 93 900RR WITH 140HP AND A HEAVIER RIDE AND DOESNT COMPARE TO THE 954. THIS BIKE IS LIGHT AND FAST. HANDLING THE WHEELIES ARE SO AWESOME..
ITS A WONDERFUL BIKE TO HAVE AND A GREAT ALL AROUND BIKE. GREAT HANDLING AND POWER IS WHAT MAKE A HONDA. I'VE BEEN HAPPY WITH HONDA FOR 13YRS. ALSO FOR THOSE WHO LIKE SAFETY GET AN HID LOWBEAM HEADLIGHT GREAT VISIBLTY. ALSO LOOK INTO A YELLOW HIGHBEAM FOR THE DAY. ALWAYS RIDE WITH YOUR HIGHS ON DURING THE DAY. AND PEOPLE IF U HAVE A 954 GET A FULL PIPE NOT A BOLT ON. U SPEND 3 TO 400 ON A SLIP AND I PAID 500 FOR A FULL PLUS I GOT GREAT SOUND AND GREAT POWER BUT WITH A SLIP ALL U GET IS 2 TO 4HP AND ITS ALL SOUND. I GET 8HP TO 12HP GAIN. ALSO LOOK INTO BUYING FRAMESLIDERS THEY WORK. ALSO A STEERING DAMPENER.
Full D&D exaust
From 4,000 rpm up to redline the bike pulls as if it is being chased by angry Gixxer 1000's. Midrange is very linear.
Perfect, can save you in traffic with only two fingers on the front. Brakes nicely through curves as well.
Point and shoot. The bike WILL do what you want/need it to do. I have carved up lots of Texas highways in and around Austin (HOOK EM HORNS) and can't get enough of this bike.
Gixxer 1000's are the alpha male on the dyno and that is it. If you want to have a status symbol that is fine, I'll just carve the inside line while you float high on that gixxer, R1, etc. Just playing, the difference is splitting hairs but that is the difference between 1 and 2.
200/50-17,FULL HINDLE PIPE, PCIIIR, K&N, LOWBEAM HID 6000K,CRG 2 FINGER BRAKE LEVER (WHICH IS VERY COOL),SCOTTS DAMPNER, HIGHBEAMS 55W OFF ROAD YELLOW BULBS AND MY FAVORITE THING MY FASTAG. IF U DONT KNOW WHAT A FASTAG IS WELL IT FLIPS UP MY LICENSE PLATE. WHICH IS GREAT TO HAVE WHEN U DONT WANT TO BE KNOWN.
AT STOCK THE BIKE WAS SWEET BUT TO QUITE FOR ME AND A BIT SLOW. SO I ADDED THE HINDLE AND BROUGHT POWER TO 145HP AND NOW I HAVE A BEAST THAT LOVE TO WHEELIE AND THE PIPE SOUNDS IS AWESOME. SPECAILLY WHEN U GET ON IT. ALL THOUGH THE ONLY ISSUE IM HAVE IS AT TAKE OFF IT CUTS OFF A BIT AND IT SHUT DOWN ON ME A FEW TIMES COMING TO A STOP. I THOUGHT THIS HAD TO DO WITH MY POWER COMMANDER BUT IVE BEEN READY ABOUT THAT SAME ISSUE FROM OTHER 954 USERS. I HAVE 17000 MILES ON IT AND IT JUSTR LOVE TO PULL HARD AND HARDER. I DO KNOW ONE THING IF THIS BIKES MOTOR GOES IM REBUILDING IT.
Feel, StrengtH.. ITS FEELS GREAT FOR STOCK AND IM STILL ON MY STOCK PADS..
WELL WHAT CAN I SAY THAT EVERYONE ELSE WILL TELL YOU WHICH IS VERY TRUE. THIS BIKE REALLY RIDES ON RAIL. HANDLE IS SO AWESOME EXCEPT WHEN IM DOING VERY HIGH SPEEDS AND THE DARN FRONT COMES UP ON ME BUT OTHER THEN THAT I LOVE THIS BIKE. HOW COME THEY DIDNT MAKE THIS BIKE FIRST BEFORE THE 900RR?? OHWELL BETTER LATE THEN NEVER.
TO ALL RIDERS WHO OWN AND WANT MORE POWER FOR YOUR 954. OH SORRY THERE IS NO POWER ADD ON'S LIKE THERE IS FOR THE 929.. WHY WTF.. THE 954 IS BETTER LOOKING,LIGHTER AND HANDLES WAY BETTER BUT THE 954 COULD USE A BIT MORE BOTTOM END POWER SO I ASK WHERE ARE THE DROP IN CAMS. IF THIS MOTOR EVER GOES I WILL GET THE HEADS DONE AT LEAST ITS A START. OH I ALSO RIDE A DONE UP DRAGGED OUT 7" BACK 145HP 93 CBR919RR CAMS HEADS 39 RACE CARBS FULL CARBON D&D FULLY POLISHED OUT AND CHROMED BLACKOUTS STROBES NEW PAINT TAPEWORK STICKERS FOX SHOCK REAR AND FRONT HAS RACETECH SPRINGS ALL BRAIDED LINES 190/50-17,60,000 MILES ON THE FRAME AND IT FEELS LIKE IT TOO. ITS STARTING TO RIDE LIKE AN OLD HORSE AND IT DOESNT DO WHEELIES ANYMORE. ENJOY EVERYONE AND BE SAFE OUT THERE..
