New to the World of CBR 954RR

nqasimi · 01-05-2006, 1:40 AM

Hi everyone, just recently got me a used 2003 CBR 954, and found this forum online, so seems like alot of you are experienced riders. Just wanted to say hello and if you have any helpful tips for me regarding riding, care etc. of the bike. I'd appreciate it.
Thanks,

Andrew1400 · 01-05-2006, 1:55 AM

Congrats on the good purchase! Welcome to the site.. I'm sure you'll find it very helpful.

ALVAROG1983 · 01-05-2006, 3:08 AM

Hello where in california are you also picked a good choice honda you will enjoy it very much be careful out there.

HondaGalToo · 01-05-2006, 6:27 AM

Welcome! Is the 954 your first bike? If you haven't already, look into taking an MSF course.

Mojave954 · 01-05-2006, 7:51 AM

Where is Cali???

http://bear.gerrysweb.com/~socalspo/xmb/today.php

http://www.sportbikeswest.com/forum/portal.php

Couple more sites, especially if you are in SOCAL.

ALVAROG1983 · 01-05-2006, 2:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mojave954

Where is Cali???

http://bear.gerrysweb.com/~socalspo/xmb/today.php

http://www.sportbikeswest.com/forum/portal.php

Couple more sites, especially if you are in SOCAL.

cool got to check out those websites

nqasimi · 01-06-2006, 12:57 AM

I'm in North Cali, Central Valley area. the 954 is my second bike. I used to own a F4i a few years ago, but rode it without license, but this bike, I will be goin' to get my M1 license before I take it out for a ride. I did test ride it though, and I gotta say I was impressed, except when brakin' i noticed the steering shakes up, I don't know if its a problem with the bike or its just a 954 thing. I know i got to get a steering dampener for sure. Anyone know any good brands for these particular bikes?

ALVAROG1983 · 01-06-2006, 1:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nqasimi

I'm in North Cali, Central Valley area. the 954 is my second bike. I used to own a F4i a few years ago, but rode it without license, but this bike, I will be goin' to get my M1 license before I take it out for a ride. I did test ride it though, and I gotta say I was impressed, except when brakin' i noticed the steering shakes up, I don't know if its a problem with the bike or its just a 954 thing. I know i got to get a steering dampener for sure. Anyone know any good brands for these particular bikes?

that is not normal with the braking part have it checked out before driving it also gpr dampener worked out great for me but scotts is a other good one too... good luck

LUCIDDREAM57 · 01-06-2006, 7:54 AM

your rotors may be out of round.

Andrew1400 · 01-06-2006, 9:23 AM

I know it sounds real elementry but check the tire pressure as well

allred · 01-06-2006, 11:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nqasimi

I'm in North Cali, Central Valley area. the 954 is my second bike. I used to own a F4i a few years ago, but rode it without license, but this bike, I will be goin' to get my M1 license before I take it out for a ride. I did test ride it though, and I gotta say I was impressed, except when brakin' i noticed the steering shakes up, I don't know if its a problem with the bike or its just a 954 thing. I know i got to get a steering dampener for sure. Anyone know any good brands for these particular bikes?

I'll vouch for the Scotts, like all dampers it's a bit pricey, but a class piece of work and (very) easy to install. Don't like the sound of your steering shake under braking. Definitely not normal, there is something wrong there, warped rotors, loose head bearings, incorrect/uneven suspension settings, tire pressures, or tire needs replacing, etc. etc.

(Central Valley is Northern California?????????????? not when you live in Redding!!!!!!!!!!!

)

nqasimi · 01-07-2006, 11:27 AM

Yeah the tires are good. I'm not sure about the brakes though, I'll have to get it checked.

Thanks for the suggestions on the dampeners. I will go with the scotts, because I want the ease of installation.

Central Valley IS norcal or Part of Bay Area I guess.