no detonation here, probably 4000 miles on it and it ran strong since 2006 when i put it on, i am going have a head built for my 975 so i am going to no longer need this one, i never cheated on the gas tho, i always buy good gas.
Its good for pump gas down to 6000 feet. no race gas. You can if you want if your worried or you are riding below 6000. I had no problems. It pulled 140 psi compression at my house @5200 feet on my stock 900 with a bunch of miles on it. What comp ratio? I think 14 to 1 but dont quote me on that im probably wrong. I would have to call kelsey @ rkt to find out for sure! When I bought it Rkt asked what elevation I ride and this is what I told him "down to 6000 feet". This head made my sled alot more snappy I like it. If you ride this elevation this would be a great addition to your 900.