For 2002, Honda fought back against Suzuki’s new-for-2001 GSX-R1000 with a dramatic update to their CBR929RR superbike. The CBR954RR most obviously featured a displacement bump, however it also impressively lost six pounds. That made it the class lightweight at 429 pounds ready to ride, which paired quite well with the 130 horsepower and 67 lb-ft of torque output of the new motor. Magazine reviewers also thought the RR was easier to live with than the GSX-R, thanks to more upright ergonomics, excellent fueling, and better-than-expected wind protection due to a tall windshield.
In his review for Sport Rider, Kent Kunitsugu said, “Make no mistake, the new 954RR rocks. Baba-san’s newest creation is nearly as flickable as the F4i, and the motor’s added midrange punch lets the new Honda squirt through the tighter stuff like no other open-classer; a pilot on any of the competition’s bikes will be working a little harder to keep the same pace. The slightly revamped brakes are some of the best I’ve ever experienced on a production motorcycle–excellent feel and power, with good progressiveness and modulation.”
Manufactured in January 2002, this example is VIN: JH2SC50112M000498. The seller acquired it in April 2026 from a private party.
During his ownership, the seller has covered 5 miles. The odometer shows 17,041 miles.
“I purchased this from a friend to help them out as they couldn’t store it anymore, I haven’t ridden it other than down the street to keep it moving around here and there. I don’t know the full history of it, I am not an expert on the bike. I am happy to provide more photos or videos. I don’t ride and just need to sell it.”
Maintenance:
“Oil/filter, new front tire, check all fluids, brakes, transmission, shifting, braking, and lights.”
Mechanical Issues:
“No issues. Starts great cold, runs great. No known issues.”
Modifications:
Yoshimura exhaust.
Power Commander V.
Dark smoke windscreen.
Vortex accessories & frame sliders, aftermarket turn signals.
Rim stripes.
Corbin seat.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop Sportmax GPR-300 tires with date codes of 4924 and 0726.
The sale includes 1 ignition key, a rear wheel stand, 2 covers, and a ramp.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
“Right side has some rash from a 0mph soft drop during loading. Minor marks on fairings, brake handle, all shown in photos.”
Currently located in Carlsbad, California, this Honda is offered on a clean California title with estimated registration back fees of $983.
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