2002 Honda CBR 954RR review in 2023

[@Gary-jb5kf]

I got one from the original owner for my 63rd birthday. I'll be 76 in 4 months and I still have and love this bike, Titanium & Black 2003 954RR with a Sargent seat and a carbon fiber slip on.

[@AlbesADV]

Nice choice and happy birthday in 4 months 👍

[@Gary-jb5kf]

@@AlbesADV Thank you.

[@kmassey]

The CBR954rr made a great first bike for me. I now own 2 and honestly fear I may not love any other bike as much as this model.

[@AlbesADV]

I went riding with it today and more I ride it the more I like it, what a great bike!!!

[@stanbarrington]

30 year’s commute on cbr’s

[@diego61422]

its a horrible choice for a first bike

[@kmassey]

@@diego61422 For some yes, for me, it was great.

[@TWINDFL]

One of the best bikes of all time 20 years later and still looks and handles better then these new ones

[@PabloPasesan]

I bought mine last year and I'm very very happy with the bike. I love this model since the first day and now I can enjoy mine! Powerful, light, very nice breaks and very fun to drive!✊🏼👊🏼💥

[@sirwanksalot247]

I have had my 954 going on 3 years, I love it, plenty of power, handles great, I am currently converting it to a stunt setup, dirt bike bars improve the comfort 10 fold with a more upright seating position, some parts are getting harder to find, but it is worth it, note to anyone who buys one, be sure to torque in spark plugs, dont "feel it out" or you will kick yourself in the ass when a sparkplug comes loose, blows out and rips out threads with it

[@TWINDFL]

All I did was stunt this bike in the early 2000s its a great highway wheelie bike but sucks for the lot they get to hot and pop especially the CCT THEY GO QUICK

[@coop98]

@@TWINDFLgood to know. I’ve wanted one since early 2000’s, and finally got one. It do alright with long wheelies as long as not to slow for too long? Thank you

[@sonik954]

I've had mine for 18 years. Many others have come and gone during that time. I'm keeping this one until I can't ride it anymore.

[@stanbarrington]

Me too bro A great torque monster to ride to work

[@julianvanderkraats408]

Actually had both this one and a 959 Panigale at the same time and ended up selling the Panigale. The Honda just sounds much better and is easily as fun to drive. I miss the attention I got with the 959 but I love the sound and the engineering and the raw power of the 954!

[@bravenewworld999]

It's just a pity that the SC50 doesn't have the quickshifter. You can retrofit one, but that's not good for the gearbox.

[@jeffbutler3054]

My first 1000cc bike-had a cbr600 before which I wanted to trade in and the salesman at carnells in Birmingham said try one of these-never looked back,had 4 blades back to back after that but non matched the 954-shall get one again one day

[@Tuubansoittaja]

Thnx 4 review!! I have this bike since2010...I have no need to buy a next!! I simply luv it... Weight / Power!! It is so light!! When i bought, I put it to Bench... 152.8Hp / 140,2Hp from back wheel. Only thing I don't like, is Drivers seat, it is so hard!

[@sugarrfree]

Superb looking bike, pure and raw power. Will never sell mine

[@Cbrplay]

I’ve had my 954 for 18 years and I love it!! people think it is new. It is timeless! Thank you Tadao! Reliable! Great video review👍🏻

[@AlbesADV]

That happens to me all the times too 👍 great bike

[@Cbrplay]

Yes it is💯

[@dynomantar9733]

I also get many people asking me if my 2000 cbr929rr is new... sometimes I just say "yeah, 2024" even tho it's got a huge '2000' sticker on the side of the frame

[@cityturbofly]

ive had people at the petrol station ask what bike is it? it looks new! hehe

[@XNeo27564]

Enjoying mine every day. Get alot of attention in general. Everyone thinks its a fresh model. Drives like a beast too. But I did some tunes that changed the engine vibe relaxed good low end, crazy high end hehe.

[@AlbesADV]

Very true , it gets a lot of attention 👍

[@reymejia3556]

So true! I love that people think it's a newer bike! It's lines and body still look so mean!

[@reymejia3556]

Great video!. I love that there's not so much electronics to the bike... thats qhat makes it so fun to ride! Just you, the bike, and the road!

[@dudebud72]

I couldn’t fit my legs on one. It was my first choice, but I bought a Hayabusa in 2004 instead, then a 2008, and now I’m back in the riding seat with a 2023 ZX14r, which is ridiculously fast. I’d like to say the 954 is one of the best bikes made….period. The folks I rode with back in the day still have them.

[@2WheelRider_Catch-up]

Thanks for the review going to look at one tomorrow for 4500!!! Mint with 22k miles..

[@AlbesADV]

That's a good price if it's in good shape 👍

[@clccreations3598]

Hello I am grateful to also that model of super bike, that's the prettiest sports bike specially the handling and speed CBR 954 is the most beautiful bike I've ever seen.

[@papercut1987]

bought mine (929) last year, plenty of fun last season. tbh the best money I have spend on any motorsport equipment.

[@cityturbofly]

i have a 929 and a 954 :D

[@papercut1987]

@@cityturbofly ah, lucky you😄 what you think about those two? which one would you keep if you could only have one? mine got a little high on the mileage heading to 70k km next year. I'm thinking of selling it for something else.... maybe 954😆

[@AlbesADV]

@cityturbofly way ti commit 😀👍

[@cityturbofly]

@@papercut1987 the 954 is hands down the better bike, the 929 is its little baby brother with a big bore so torque is still great. These engines will do 120k km's without issues, upto 200k km's if looked after. very good internals on the engine. Don't be afraid of the high mileage.

[@cityturbofly]

@@AlbesADV i got the 929 to drive as my daily after daily riding my 954 for about 4yrs and wanted to preserve it, came across a 929 for 4k$ and rode that for years, still have both tucked away atm. It was more so if i crash, i still have my good 954, and preserve wear and tear on the 954.

I still see a few of these late 90s early 2000s 900+ CBR RRs around and they ALWAYS look incredible and sound incredible. They are frikken timeless and beautiful machines. If I could find one in good knick I'd buy it. Love 'em

[@Ronin_Martial_Arts]

I have a 954 02 in blue and a Tuono 1000R -08. Best of both worlds.

[@ianspatchett5707]

Doesn’t need electronics, it’s a perfectly balanced package

[@jakeR1954rr]

Man, you are re-selling me on my 954rr. I got mine a couple years ago, and refurb'd it. Not back to stock or nearly as nice as yours, though. But brought it back to life. I have since bought an 05 yzf-r1, and done the same. The 954rr is SO much of a better all-around bike. It's quite comfortable if you have to go through town or commute. I spent a lot of time and energy trying to come up with a way to make my R1 the same with things like adjustable angle clip ons/seat mods etc, and I gave up. The bike is what it is, and I am just not going to kill myself to get to work anymore lol, it's just going to be a twisties bike only. My 954rr right before I got my r1 developed a nasty gear slip in 2nd/4th. I tried just replacing the forks/drum, no go. Well as of today I have bought myself an engine to swap. I'm going to fix up my old engine once it's out of the bike and keep on the side. When the bike is totally apart, I will go through it with a fine tooth comb again, and try to make it as fresh as you have done yours. Also PS I had been considering selling all 3 of my bikes and getting something modern, maybe a 2015 ducati, maybe a 2023 zx10r, maybe a cbr 1k, who knows. But I have absolutely no interest in the electronics package. Do I need more power? Tough to say lol. Amazing work, thanks man.

[@AlbesADV]

The 954 is a fantastic bike 😀👍

[@totie_rr9769]

at long last! i'm so grateful that you've finished it! but kinda sad also because you're letting it go.. it's one of the finest CBR Fireblade out there, no doubt! superb power and agility! it's weight like a 600cc out there, and can still compete with all those new liter bike! this bike is for keeps... i ain't letting go my of Legendary CBR 954RR.. ☺ cheers mate! and goodluck.. ride safe! 😎

[@AlbesADV]

Thanks man 👍

[@franjperez4013]

Sin ABS ni ayudas electrónicas, muy ligera, potente y compacta. Sigue siendo una joya después de 20 años. Nada que envidiar a las nuevas R actuales en carretera. Ya una clásica que empieza a ser muy valorada.

[@oychoppa]

I STILL regret selling mine several years ago. We all have that one bike in our past that we wish we would have kept, 954 is mine.

[@AlbesADV]

I regret selling almost every single bike I've ever owned 🙃

[@oychoppa]

@@AlbesADV LOL!!!! Not me. I owned 3 bikes that I was more than happy getting rid of. Kawasaki Vulcan 750, 2012 Duacti Diavel, and 2017 Yamaha FZ10 (now MT10). All 3 were total pieces of crap. Unfortunately I sold the 2002 954RR and a 2009 Yamaha Raider-S and bought the FZ10 thinking I could kill two birds with one stone by replacing 2 motorcycles with 1. Turned out to be the biggest mistake of my riding career! UGH!!!!!

[@AlbesADV]

@oychoppa lol, I ear you, the only bike I don't regret selling was a Suzuki Gladius 400 🤣🤣🤣 what a 💩

[@EvendimataE]

i started wind 750 magna 2 years ago. now i just bought a hornet 600...if i find a good deal on 954, ill get one

[@williamkoehler9048]

That’s really the only thing I wanted on mine is a gear indicator and a full time fuel gauge, mine has one but it only comes on for the reserve

[@jesusamador4661]

My first bike was the v twin cousin to it, the 996 superhawk. Also owned a 919rr and the 954rr. Sold my bikes a while back but currently have a low mileage 2003 954 “second owner” in pristine condition. Once you try many newer super bikes as well as other like the 600rr of that era you realize what a amazing bike that is And why it’s regarded as the best fireblade design created.

[@badkatrising3918]

I had a 91 CBR900RR and a 93 CBR900RR. Bought them new and loved those bikes. I’m old now and still riding. I made it for decades without dying. I am now shopping for a new bike. I’m looking at the thousand RRR, or the H2. Just so you know you never outgrow it😂

[@AlbesADV]

🤣🤣🤣 true, I would love to get an H2

[@jesusamador4661]

@@badkatrising3918 I will say the new fireblade is an absolute unit and the triple R Colors are 🔥. Also I believe they finally brought back the Capitol B in fireblade for this latest model. FYI a flash of the computer to remove its limiters will get you a 210mph monster. Plus if you did Hondas before it’s a tribute. On the other hand a kawi H2 sport tourer is more comfortable since we’re not 20 anymore

[@badkatrising3918]

@@jesusamador4661 thanks on the heads up on the flash. I wish you weren’t correct about the h2😂 but I’ve been looking at the H2 Sx as well because of that.😇

[@myz06rocks]

A wonderful review. Makes me fall in love with my ZX9 all over again. Agreed that a great rider will give up nothing on this generation of super bike to a novice on a new one. I’ve experienced the same with my old girl on track days. In fact some of the instructors love to talk about their experiences on the bike back 15+ years ago. Great result. Thanks for the series. Grazie mille.

[@AlbesADV]

Prego my friend, I hope I can get my hands on a Kawasaki of the same vintage in the future 😀👍

[@myz06rocks]

@@AlbesADV in many ways a lot of people preferred the Honda as being a better bike but the sound and smell of those carbs is still awesome!!

[@AlbesADV]

😁 true

[@ThePunisher308]

Excellent review! All points spot on!

[@raydeacon1984]

They are wonderful bikes really. So easy to ride, light. Needs and exhaust and power commander to really open it up. Just something about them....

[@victoriaprusak5364]

Love your video. Have same bike with power mods power commander etc. Love the power. You have to know how to ride not let the computer do all the driving. It corners amazing. Thanks

[@AlbesADV]

I'm loving it 👍

[@whocanmakeyourwholeweek7272]

good review mate. fabulous bike, hope to own one one day. 👍

[@NudaMan]

Better hurry before they get snatched up by collectors and EV’s take over 🙃

[@andrepriest8399]

I’m hopefully going to get a 954 this week, I’m pretty excited, and I’m gonna get to know this bike way before I push it Edit: Update, my parents were fine with the bike until the last second, was not purchased, I will be getting a grom tho 😔

[@Agent_954]

THE BEST FIREBLADE EVER! HONDA PLEASE MAKE IT AGAIN AND TAKE MY MONEY. I HAD AN 03 954RR IN THE TITANIUM COLOUR SCHEME. I STILL REGRET SELLING IT. UGH

[@PANTYEATR1]

I like the analog tachometer on my 2000 929rr. I really need to overhaul it now that a few leaks have shown up at 77k miles.

[@AlbesADV]

It’s a very easy bike to work on 😀👍

[@PANTYEATR1]

@@AlbesADV i wish i had enough garage space to get started. I'm ready to get to work on it.

[@AlbesADV]

Garage space seams to be a common problem, I should have bought a studio apartment with a 7 car Garage 🤣🤣

[@PANTYEATR1]

@@AlbesADV I'm with you on that idea or an abandoned fire station or abandoned CVS. plenty of room for garage and living space. I have a 2 car garage that houses 2 cars, my 929, a tool box and shelves on both sides. No room to work tho.

[@westsidehonda8572]

Fantastic FireBlade for Tadao's Swansong lightest FireBlade ever. Pulled hard off the throttle and still respectable acceleration ,comfortable enough to tour on only issue my bike had ( It was an '02 model ) was previous owner had neglected alternator ( 3 yellow wires ) and it had burned out the wiring-common issue with early 2000's Hondas reg/rectifiers. Thanks for posting man! Great honest real world review .Still my favourite Blade ever : ) Ride safe

[@AlbesADV]

Thanks man 😀👍

[@Unturndstone]

I just liked and subscribed. Great review. How much should one cost?

[@AlbesADV]

Depends on how well has been maintained, in great conditions: between $ 5k to 7k depending on milage, average conditions $3k to 5k, poor conditions $1k to 3k. But in the end every bike is worth what the buyer is willing to pay for it.

[@globastiaan]

Awesome review! I will buy a second hand version probably coming Wednesday. Any tips on what to look for with this 954? If it is like my first honda 600 f4, it's bullet proof.

[@AlbesADV]

They are pretty bulletproof, just look for the usual suspects, oil leaks, brakes, I can't think of anything else right now, good luck 👍

[@zainshaikh96792]

My all time favorite models Honda Fireblade 954RR 2004 Honda CBR-1000RR 2008 Suzuki GSXR-1000 2002 Suzuki GSXR-1000 2004 Suzuki GSXR-1000 2008 Yamaha R1 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R 2012 Kawasaki ZX-12R 2006 MV Agusta F3 800 2018 Triumph Daytona 675R 2016

[@aheadofthecurve2352]

There was no 954RR Fireblade made in 2004. The 954 was only produced in 2002-2003.

[@GENX80.]

Im looking at one to buy its got 32000 miles in great condition for 4000...think its worth it just looking for some opinions

[@AlbesADV]

I believe it is, you will be hard pressed to find one in good condition for less than that, I've seen a few in horrible condition go for that price 😀👍

[@headstill]

Great review, I am looking to buy one, may I ask how tall are you?

[@AlbesADV]

I'm 6'2 or 186cm

[@CUBRIA3]

No Engine braking? How's that? I assume it's an electronic thing that it doesn't have, as far as I know all engines have engine brake

[@AlbesADV]

By engine braking I mean engine braking adjustment, in the new bikes the ECU limits the engine brake by adding a slight amount of fuel

[@ferociousfrankie]

I want to see your neighbor's reaction to how it looks now.

[@dynomantar9733]

I'm confused about the statement "compared to modern standards, this is a long, long bike..." because it's got the shortest wheelbase of any fireblade ever made from 93-23, so...

[@AlbesADV]

You are absolutely right, that was my bad I misspoke.

[@brentong1921]

just now i got mine..let's see 🙏🙏🙏

[@AlbesADV]

Nice choice 👌

[@brentong1921]

@@AlbesADV thank you sir any advise?

[@AlbesADV]

It's a solid bike, enjoy it 😀👍

[@beeboppmcgopp]

Looked like one could almost see a whole full size tire in the rear compartment.

[@AlbesADV]

🤣 almost, good ol'times, in my Tuono I can't even fit the registration without having to fold it like an origami 🤣

[@niloc2612]

Proper analogue bike 🏍

[@TheJMan1K]

I’m able to get one with 14K miles and never wrecked for a REALLY GOOD price…debating this or a GSX8R, GSX750, or a street fighter for a new daily. This is the cheapest option. Would you say it’s good for daily riding?

[@AlbesADV]

It is, the guy that gave it to me, didn't even have a car for a longest time while owning the CBR. But I do believe the streetfigher is a little more comfortable

[@TheJMan1K]

@@AlbesADVgotcha, would you recommend a steering damper? My K9 GSXR1000 has a GPR unit and is fantastic

[@AlbesADV]

@@TheJMan1K if you can find the proper bracket for it, yes 👍

[@fabiettodpful]

Grandissima moto, ti seguo dall italia

[@AlbesADV]

Ciao Fabio grazie 😀👍

[@ndautomotive]

Good beginner bike. The design still looks modern too.

[@liv0003]

It isn't a beginner bike for sure

[@riderzinc]

Far from a beginner bike

[@Str8Jacket_5150]

this bike is WHY i hate electronics on my bikes

[@elca2475]

I found one with 7000 miles should I be concerned? Or what should I look for

[@AlbesADV]

At 7000 miles you shouldn’t be concerned about much, you can multiply that by 5 and still there shouldn’t be much to worry about. Look for the usual wear and tear, and possible leaks 👍

[@elca2475]

Wow thank you. Are you located in Texas?

[@AlbesADV]

@elca2475 your welcome, no I'm in southern California

[@alsaint7944]

Wish I never sold mine

[@zackbremer1]

what camera set up are you using for those follow along shots, while riding.?

[@AlbesADV]

I'm using an insta360 x3 motorcycle bundle with the invisible stick 👍

[@LnNineteen]

I like analog revs

[@mickeystanic4750]

Very nice!

[@stanbarrington]

I commute daily a 16 mile interstate ride. I should have been jailed a looooong time ago!

[@AlbesADV]

🤣🤣👍

[@themarvelousvintage76]

From the accent i can tell he is italian😂😂

[@AlbesADV]

Indeed 😀👍

[@cityturbofly]

fuel gauge was deemed too heavy by honda :P

[@AlbesADV]

😆

[@bravenewworld999]

Hello. Do you have any idea why my SC50 jerks when driving off? It started when I washed the SC50 in the car wash (or is that just a coincidence). When it's cold, everything is fine, only when it's warm. The blade is in original condition. EXUP is inside, only the rear silencer is MIVV. Mileage 45,000 km with the first spark plugs. Thanks.

[@AlbesADV]

The car wash seams a coincidence, I would check of those spark plugs are still good of they are the original ones maybe it's time to replace them 👍

[@bravenewworld999]

@@AlbesADV Hi. I finally got to the spark plugs. I had spark plug No.3 turned out. That was probably the problem. I will also replace the fuel pressure regulator. I also measured the valve clearance. Injection 0.1mm, exhaust 0.2mm 🤨 Are you using old valve cover gaskets in the video (Complete Valve Clearance Check guide Ep4). Thanks.

[@AlbesADV]

@bravenewworld999 I'm happy you are making progress 👍 and yes I used the old valve cover gasket, was in pretty good shape

[@bravenewworld999]

@@AlbesADV thank you. 😉

[@jonathanpangborn3100]

Hi, I have a CBR929 that will crank but not start. The fuel pump primed but as I kept trying to start it the fuel line burst. I have everything plugged in except two that I cannot find no matter what.

[@AlbesADV]

Hi, make sure the injectors are not plugged, sounds like there is back pressure in the fuel line

[@jonathanpangborn3100]

@@AlbesADV will do. also, I'm wondering about those two hookups that aren't plugged. Do you know what they would plug into? I've looked but still have no idea.

[@AlbesADV]

That I'm not sure, sorry 🤷

[@ninja63639]

Hell if someone needs all the rider assistance electronics maybe a motorcycle isn't for them

[@rogerhermansson9272]

Is the 954 good for turbo upgrade?

[@AlbesADV]

Reality is, no motorcycle is good for turbo, reliability plummet and it's one thing after another. Busa boys will tell you different but they spend more time tinkering with it than riding 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@johnnyc6628]

why everyone is saying "no engine braking" on 954rr ,

[@AlbesADV]

I meant "electronically adjustable engine braking" 😀👍

[@mqk3hw]

Why can't you engine brake? Isn't engine brake just letting off the gas and slowing down ? ie: down shift and let off gas thus slowing down at velocity ?

[@AlbesADV]

When I talked about engine braking I ment electonically adjustable engine braking like most modern bikes. You are correct every engine has engine braking it's just not electronically adjustable 😀👍

[@zackbremer1]

can you let me know when youre going to sell it?

[@AlbesADV]

The previous owner wants to buy back for real, if he flakes out on me I'll let you know

[@sniper3007]

albeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

[@AlbesADV]

Whaaaaaaaasuuuuuuuuuuuup!

[@ohiostatebuckeyezone6207]

Are all 2002 Cbr 954s fireblades?

[@AlbesADV]

Yes, the bike for the United States don't have the sticker on the fairing, but the denomination from Honda is Fireblade 😀👍

[@ohiostatebuckeyezone6207]

@@AlbesADV Thank you for answering me I really appreciate it! Neither my fairings or title says Fireblade so I was curious

[@AlbesADV]

@ohiostatebuckeyezone6207 no problem bud 👍

[@ohiostatebuckeyezone6207]

@@AlbesADV I know you probably can’t answer me for certain without seeing the bike but could you point me in the right direction my bike is running really rich when I hit the gas a puff of black some comes out..any advice?

[@ohiostatebuckeyezone6207]

Bike has 16k miles btw

[@242tdryan]

analog all the way. if you want digital. go play a video game.

[@radhi1188radhi1188]

This bike better than cbr900, for the ergonomics. For me ride a bike better no electronics for control, all manual....so stupid newbie cant ride it..except for setting up the bike

[@StephenAdrianVenter-om2qg]

you ride a bike and drive a car.....just saying