Honda Ruckus

[Momrocks]

Does anyone on ExPo own a Ruckus? I found one this weekend for sale at a descent price, needs a little freshening though. Looks like it would be a ton of fun to tool around on.

I don't have any experience with them and made the mistake of Googling. I couldn't believe all the aftermarket goodies and gizmos available. Now the thing is stuck in my head. Trying to decide if buying it would be worthwile or the same old slippery slope of a "never really finished" project.

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[Rallyroo]

A year or two back, there was a guy from South Korea that crossed the continental US on a Honda Ruckus on an epic 9-month journey.

There are numerous stories on the internet, but I'll link at least one:
http://www.gadling.com/2008/06/03/wan-to-remember-korean-traveler-visits-me-during-his-scooter-tr

 

[Rallyroo]

Part 1 of Wan's trip:
http://totalruckus.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=12143

Part 2 of Wan's trip:
http://totalruckus.com/phpBB2/viewt...&start=0&sid=0e20a38d5bff27787f67df80b7cdb77d

 

[petrolhog]

We have one that we are cusomizing in our shop. That thing gets around 100 miles to a gallon, and its a blast to ride around town. Its good for around town commuting.

 

[edgear]

A year or two back, there was a guy from South Korea that crossed the continental US on a Honda Ruckus on an epic 9-month journey.

There are numerous stories on the internet, but I'll link at least one:
http://www.gadling.com/2008/06/03/wan-to-remember-korean-traveler-visits-me-during-his-scooter-tr

That's awesome!! It really puts into perspective that you don't need an expensive (or large) vehicle to have epic adventures. And it makes my 200cc motorcycle seem huge & luxurious!
:bike_rider:

 

[FurthurOnTheFly]

You guys don't know the story of Wan??? This is the ultimate expedition! I know I've posted these links before, but start here and prepare yourself for hours of entertainment:

http://totalruckus.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=12143&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=0

I want to get a Ruckus badly but its way down on the list of wants/needs at this point...looks like a fun little machine though!

 

[cumminscruiser]

Rukus

I have made a rukus and was told to stop.

 

[mhiscox]

The Ruckus is great, and is probably the most "expedition" of scooters and it has decent aftermarket support.

But, same as with any of this class of scooter, the Ruckus is an adventure in urban traffic due to the tiny engine, and it may not be freeway legal where you are.

So what you (and I) really need is the Honda Big Ruckus, the Ruckus on steroids with a 250cc engine and a top speed into the 70s.

Sadly, the Big Ruckus--great name--was only sold in the U.S. in 2005 and 2006, and I neglected to buy one. So did most people, so they aren't very common in the used market. (Yeah, I know it's beyond ugly, but I figure that's part of the appeal.)

Pictures from the very useful Motor Scooter Guide website (www.motorscooterguide.net).

 

[08whitex]

My neighbor has one and they are a blast to ride :bike_rider:

 

[T.Low]

But...its the golf cart of motorcycles!

 

[Momrocks]

Part 1 of Wan's trip:
http://totalruckus.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=12143

Part 2 of Wan's trip:
http://totalruckus.com/phpBB2/viewt...&start=0&sid=0e20a38d5bff27787f67df80b7cdb77d

Rallyroo,

Thank you and damn you for posting the links to Wan’s trip from totalruckus. I spent 1-2 hours surfing scooter sites and reading about Wan’s journey. I then made the call and agreed to purchase the Scoot. I am now the proud owner of a black 2004 Ruckus with a gas tank and fuel bowl that smell like a sailboat refinishing shop.

I'll trailer it home tonight, order a carb kit and with luck shake it down on the weekend. I should be too old to get giddy like this about new toys...

 

[Rallyroo]

Thank you and damn you for posting the links to Wan’s trip from totalruckus. I spent 1-2 hours surfing scooter sites and reading about Wan’s journey. I then made the call and agreed to purchase the Scoot. I am now the proud owner of a black 2004 Ruckus with a gas tank and fuel bowl that smell like a sailboat refinishing shop.

Oh nice! Don't blame me! Blame the internet for quick information and research overload that lead to your purchase of a new toy.

 

[Momrocks]

Oh nice! Don't blame me! Blame the internet for quick information and research overload that lead to your purchase of a new toy.

You're right, it's not your fault it's my own weakness. This project should provide a nice micro stimulus package to all the Ruckus aftermarket folks in the coming months. I'll keep you posted...

 

[Every Miles A Memory]

I remember a few years ago a friend sent me a link to Wan's journey with the only words being something like "Be Warned, have plenty of beer in the fridge before you click on this link!"

It was something like 6 hours later when I was finally finished reading the entire thing from start to finish, and like you, and had a Rukus Adventure floating around in my head for about a week afterwards.

Luckily, the wife put the kabash on that thought real quick, but what a cool adventure

Good luck with your new toy!

 

[Momrocks]

Good luck with your new toy!

Thanks, carb kit arrives tomorrow. Once I get the varnish issue out of the way and the slow leak on the rear tire fixed, I'll be off to the races.