honda ruckus?

[BustedS13]

anybody have one? i've never really liked scooters but this thing barely looks like a fruity vespa or anything. i'm selling my acura as soon as i get the 240 going again (read: weeks), and i think it might be nice to pick one of these up as well to save on gas (something like 90mpg!). 49cc, so i wouldn't have to get insurance for it or even register it. apparently they can get up and over ~45mph without much struggle, so it'd be fine for all non-highway roads around here... and a brand new one is just over $2k. it'd be useless from like november-march, save the occasional nice day, of course..
might be nice to dick with a bit, too, frame extension and who knows what.

but yeah, anybody have one?

http://i.xanga.com/aaronherm/Ruckus.jpg

[Tops*]

I thought this thread was going to be about some Honda bitching and fighting.

That thing looks fucking dope though.

I'd rock that scooter for sure.

90 to a gallon!

I WANT!

My work's like 20 miles away too.

It'd take not even two gallons/week on that scooter compared to over 6 gallons of 93/week in my S14.

OH YEAHHHHHHHHH!

[BustedS13]

actually it might be more like 100mpg (on road), according to most of what i'm reading. that'd be nice.

[Tops*]

Yoshi pipe!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aosm9LZlEV4&feature=related

I'm seriously considering getting one of these.

It'd pay itself off.

Plus, I can go around bashing cars when they enter my territory...I mean.

[theronin]

wow i want. too bad its impossible to get to my work on surface roads alone or i wouldnt hesitate and get one of these today.

[lok]

I have one of those.

I am getting a 100 mpg on the ~20mile commute to work with hills both ways.

Just ordered some upgrades to bump up the rev lim to 10500 instead of 8500.

I top out at about 45 on flats with no head wind.

Holds about 35 going up some pretty steep hills.

[flip3d]

I was considering getting one also.

Port that bitch and bring it up to like 60cc... no one will ever know :P


lol we can have ruckus meets

[Matej]

Do zis, ja?
http://www.tokyo-parts.co.jp/photogallery/pic_zoomer20/miyakoshi_l.jpg

[Quail]

Theres quite a scene emerging around the Ruckus:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/defconf1ve/bring%20the%20ruckusss/2006_11_26_meet04_l.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/defconf1ve/bring%20the%20ruckusss/sagu_l.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/defconf1ve/bring%20the%20ruckusss/Li2_l.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/defconf1ve/bring%20the%20ruckusss/Li_l.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/defconf1ve/bring%20the%20ruckusss/aokid_l.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/defconf1ve/bring%20the%20ruckusss/fujiden_l.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/defconf1ve/bring%20the%20ruckusss/kirikiri_l.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/defconf1ve/bring%20the%20ruckusss/yamazaki_l.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/defconf1ve/bring%20the%20ruckusss/DSC_0417.jpg


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/defconf1ve/bring%20the%20ruckusss/mizuno_l.jpg

I like them! If I was in the U.S Id rock one. Unfortunately, over here, 'scooters' have a serious stigma attached. Basically only riden by 16y/o yoot scum

:D

[DreamN]

There was a thread on this little scooters not to long ago. The ruckus is definitely a heavy favorite for me. I'm considering a used one to toy with.

[Helghast]

I'd rock it, but its completely useless from where I am.
Everything around me is hills and fucking freeway.

If I lived in a smaller community, I'd rock it fershure.

[DUFFM4N]

ive ridden a few these....from stock to heavily modded...extended frames, motor swaps...its so much fun...awesome gas mileage and they just simply look cool as fuck...definately going to be picking one up by the end of the summer...

[Xandy Boosts]

damn those are pretty sweet. too bad I commute to work on freeway though. maybe one for school would be nice...i can start taking later classes and not have to worry about freaking parking

[cuddlesthesheep]

if i get this correct you don't even need a license for one am i right, in CA becuase its under 50CC.. this could solve my dui problem till august.

[DreamN]

^ don't know about the DUI issue, but everything else is correct.

[silviaguy240]

no, you need a liscence just not motorcycle endorsement.

[ThatGuy]

I don't know about CA, but I know that is how it works in NC.

Until Gas prices started skyrocketing, the only people on scooters were DUI offenders.

[DreamN]

no, you need a liscence just not motorcycle endorsement.

yes sorry my mistake. you need a ca driver license, but don't need a motorcycle license.

[wickedS14]

Nothing against a ruckus but if you can, just get you a S, 2 strokes are way better then a 4 stroke in terms of mopeds or scooters performance. And there is a ton of more after market support.
This was my set up that I built myself back in 04,
http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff311/Wicked-S14/IMG_0085.jpg
http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff311/Wicked-S14/IMG_0082.jpg
http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff311/Wicked-S14/IMG_0081.jpg
http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff311/Wicked-S14/IMG_0078.jpg
http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff311/Wicked-S14/IMG_0080.jpg
http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff311/Wicked-S14/IMG_0086.jpg
http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff311/Wicked-S14/IMG_0083.jpg
http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff311/Wicked-S14/IMG_0084.jpg
http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff311/Wicked-S14/IMG_0087.jpg

-2001 Honda Elite S
-Taiwan dual headset
-Stanley JDM flush tail light
-72cc Malossi Bore, slightly polished exhaust port
-43.4 FM ministroker crank
-SEF Magic pipe
-Ct chrome intake
-28mm OKO carburator
-Uni foam filter
-Keli pulley, 36grams weight
-Stock clutch w/ 1500rpm center spring & 3000rpm clutch springs
-1987 honda elite clutch bell
-6:8 gearing

Nothing special, just something that was simple and reiable. It came out to a little under 76cc's but I could get it into low 70's mph w/ my weight @ 195lbs. It's something really fun to ride and easy to work on once you understand the tuning aspect involved.

[DreamN]

^ problem with that thing is it looks gay. the ruckus or similar scooters look gritty and pretty sweet looking when done up.

[BustedS13]

no, you need a liscence just not motorcycle endorsement.

not in my state. 50cc or less = no license at all. counts as a motorized bicycle.

[Tenchuu]

I say just break down and get a bike. i almost run over scooters all the time because they can't keep up with the speed limits (45) and the hill around me they constantly drive 10-15 below the limit and swerve in and out of lanes as they build up and loose speed. I just got a ninja 250 myself, and i don't have to look limp wristed while cruising around on it. check on your state requirements too.


pick up your local motorcycle state handbook and read the part on mopeds, don't believe internet rumors.

Oregon: a moped must be under 50cc and cannot propel the rider more than 30MPH on level ground. you also have to get a motorcycle liscence to ride one here and are held accountable as much as a motorcycle is for breaking any rules of the road.

[wickedS14]

^ problem with that thing is it looks gay. the ruckus or similar scooters look gritty and pretty sweet looking when done up.


Dang, didn't think it was that bad to look at, but thats cool. Everyone has their own opinions of things but afterall its just a scooter so I don't have high expectations regarding looks.

[Tops*]

So, I'm REALLY thinking about getting one.

The speed limit to my work is 45 all the way on a one lane road with a healthy shoulder. All driving would be done during light times. Do you guys think the Ruckus would be safe?

The Ruckus tops out at 45 from what I've read.

[jeeper_x]

http://img186.imageshack.us/img186/8736/img1642amt4.th.jpg (http://img186.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img1642amt4.jpg)

http://img293.imageshack.us/img293/1816/img1645ahp5.th.jpg (http://img293.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img1645ahp5.jpg)

http://img293.imageshack.us/img293/1868/img1638aji8.th.jpg (http://img293.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img1638aji8.jpg)

http://img252.imageshack.us/img252/2456/img1639ayz7.th.jpg (http://img252.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img1639ayz7.jpg)

i love my scooters because it can smoke most of the cars here in zilvia if not all in 200 meters length....:keke: :keke: :keke:

[an_orange_s2k]

90 mpg?!?!? im sold...

[DreamN]

that's nice. still looks gay to me. same stigma that the miata has and I like those.

not gay
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/defconf1ve/bring%20the%20ruckusss/Li2_l.jpg

gay
http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff311/Wicked-S14/IMG_0080.jpg

I've seen some really nice scooters built in Japan, but they're "meh" in my book.

[eastcoastS14]

wow Im not gonna lie, some of those modded ones are pretty sick

[wickedS14]

Not to step on your toes DreamN, but this post isn't whether you think my bike is gay, it really has nothing to do with what you been posting on this thread. BustedS13 asked if anyone has ever owned a ruckus. I personally have never owned a ruckus but have been modifying mopeds "2 stroke honda's" for the last 5-1/2 years, and was simply offering him advice on a possible alternative route to take. So if you can't contribute any useful information to this subject, please keep your opinion of my bike to a minimum. Thank you

[DreamN]

^ Shouldn't have posted to begin with since if you would have read the original post...

i've never really liked scooters but this thing barely looks like a fruity vespa

He clearly makes it a point that he doesn't want to go that route. Thank you. :D

[illvialuver]

the ruckus seems cool. i give gas prices two more years before this place looks like viet nam, and everyone is throwina fuckus in there ruckus, all over the place.
but i do like them. looks cool.would be good to save some gas and stuff.

[wickedS14]

^ Shouldn't have posted to begin with since if you would have read the original post...



He clearly makes it a point that he doesn't want to go that route. Thank you. :D
Hey you're right, a elite is made by vespa. What was I thinking????

Psssshhh, DreamN, its obvious you know jack about the honda line of scooters, I appreciate you trying to help me out w/ a red square. :wavey:

BustedS13, you should get the ruckus, honda's make some good motors out of the box so it wouldn't be a bad investment to make.

[BustedS13]

scooter fight! :D

yeah so apparently in my area the actual law says it can't have more than 3hp, and the ruckus makes 3.4hp. but i see people zipping around all the time on little mopeds with "49cc" tags where the plate should be. i need to go to a scooter store and ask questions

[Bubbles]

3.4?

Really?

Huh.

[worangejuice]

Yeah, hop on ze new bandwagon, before they get too popular, but I guess they won't. There pretty cool, they got forums on these things. They're also cheap too modify so the ol' m bug will be satisfied.

[O3DigitalBath]

I told a few friends about ruckus's a few weeks ago, two weeks later 2 of them bought'em....hahaha

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2110/2475102886_1a94c74ec3_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3148/2474286273_9f6a118a38_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3188/2486100856_64624725bd_o.jpg

[bribot]

this is what i want mine to look like

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a94/thefaintdubber/008.jpg

[flip3d]

^ That shits hot. Would be even better if it was Pink Godzira green.

[DreamN]

Hey you're right, a elite is made by vespa. What was I thinking????

Psssshhh, DreamN, its obvious you know jack about the honda line of scooters, I appreciate you trying to help me out w/ a red square. :wavey:

BustedS13, you should get the ruckus, honda's make some good motors out of the box so it wouldn't be a bad investment to make.

actually I never neg repped you. no reason too. become a premie and find out who it was though.

wasn't saying the elite was a vespa, but it definitely falls into the styling as one which is what he was getting at. you fail at reading comprehension.

[O3DigitalBath]

this is what i want mine to look like


He needs to put the bars on the floor or something...I don't like that he is just putting his feet right on the gas tank.

[WERDdabuilder]

id rock a ruckus. that shit does not look pussy at all like vespas. every time i see someone on a vespa i want to throw an orange or something at em.

[WanganRunner]

this is what i want mine to look like

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a94/thefaintdubber/008.jpg

^^
Yeah, that's one of the Kiri2Racing Bikes.


Anyway, having a Ruckus makes a lot more sense in some states than others. In California it kind of sucks, as you need a motorcycle license, plates, and all that shit.

In Maryland (or VA or DC), it's basically a bicycle, lol. As long as you have a driver's license and a helmet, you're good. I have no plates, no registration, no special license, nothing. Thus, it makes it *much* more painless than buying a *real* motorcycle. If I lived in CA, I'd probably have just built a CB750 cafe (which is my next project when fixed-gear and Ruckus is done).


Anyway, here's a pic of mine from November, back when I got it. I've been assembling parts (low seat frame, extension, stage6 kickstart, daytona kickstand, tokyoparts LED), but I'm going to throw it all on at once.


http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i76/Keifeinzel/GassedandReady.jpg


They're lots of fun, I ride mine like 30 miles each way into DC for work on nice days. If traffic gets bad I just jump a curb and ride on the sidewalk or between buildings or whatever, it's great.

[just1pepsi]

sweet! I might have to buy one of these and chop it up. The hassle of having a MC license I have already accomplished years ago. My commute is close to 20 miles, highway, but I can make it on side streets.. 90-100 mpg.. thats all you had to say!

Will this thing pull 250lbs of beer gut around?

[WanganRunner]

Will this thing pull 250lbs of beer gut around?

Well, if Big Black (Christopher Boykin) can ride it, you surely can. He's 375lbs.

There are plenty of users on TotalRuckus who are 250lbs or heavier. It'll effect your top speed and acceleration a little bit, but it'll be fine.

You might want to upgrade to a stiffer rear shock though. Hell, I'm only 175lbs, and I'm going to do that.

[BOROSUN]

there's nothing like a faggio driveby.

funny vid
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PRb6lU9Rk1I

[exitspeed]

I am seriously thinking of getting one of these now.

[ROUGE180]

there's nothing like a faggio driveby.

funny vid
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PRb6lU9Rk1I


PUAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHA That shit is :rofl::rofl::rofl: funny
"lets go to the lickah sstoww"

[BustedS13]

3.4?

Really?

Huh.

oops, i read wrong. they're actually 5hp.

[just1pepsi]

I'm seriously considering buying one of these too. My only concern is getting ran over by some ignorant ass somewhere between point A and B. In Oklahoma you have to register and insure them too.. which blows.. but its only 70/yr to insure it, so I guess its not too bad.

[exitspeed]

This is probably a dumb question, but this is like any other scooter you can drive on the road right? I drive exactly 10 miles to work on way.

[PRADOgy]

sold..............im gettin me one

[PRADOgy]

Engine Size:49cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke


im kinda confused.. one cyl but four strokes

[BustedS13]

This is probably a dumb question, but this is like any other scooter you can drive on the road right? I drive exactly 10 miles to work on way.

yeah, the new ones are supposed to be able to do 43mph, and some light modding should coax them over 50.

i'm talking to some locals who know their way around moped laws, and everyone's understanding is that if it's under 50cc's and proper ride height with proper lighting, it's legal without plates on public roads. i'm gonna go over to the honda dealership down the street at lunch to see what's up

[WanganRunner]

I'm seriously considering buying one of these too. My only concern is getting ran over by some ignorant ass somewhere between point A and B.


I've yet to encounter anyone on the roads who has driven like an asshole just because I'm on a scoot. Other people on TR *have* experienced this left and right, so I think it's a crapshoot. It also probably depends heavily on where you're riding it.

In downtown DC there are dozens and dozens of scoots, motorcycles, and bicycles everywhere, so people are pretty cool about it.

The trick is to stay on roads with about a 40mph speed limit....max. Higher than that and you're asking for trouble because you'll be impeding the progress of other drivers.

Trust me, I took my Ruck on the freeway once just for shits and giggles and I got neither, it was scary as shit. People whizzing by you going double your speed, etc. Not cool.




One guy on TR carries a bag of pennies on his bike. Whenever anyone cuts him off, tries to nudge him over, or whatever, he throws a handful of pennies at their car. As I mentioned earlier, I've never encountered any driver behavior that would make me feel like I need to do this.

People are always just asking me where I got it, what it is, how much it costs, what the mpg is, etc.. I get lots of people on HD's and sportbikes giving me thumbs up, etc.


Check this out. This is a Korean kid on TR that rode his Ruck from NC to CA and is now coming back. He's put over 10,000 miles on the bike:

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

[exitspeed]

My uncle who is a long time Honda and Yamaha motorcycle fan started looking into these for me know. He said the engine that's in there is one of Honda's first designs. He said it's a tank.

I can't believe I'm cool with buying a scooter. I'm thinking of doing a mad max design on the thing somehow.

Seems like there's a lotta parts out there. First thing would be to make the luggage area cover thing.

[BustedS13]

http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?id=1579397&vid=203496

part three, they zip around on them. they imply they've had them for a while, might have to pick through earlier eps.

[300hp owen]

the Ruckus is pretty cool.

a good friend sold his Harley to save some $$$ and got a big boy Ruckus.
brought it over and my wife took it out for a drive, lol, she tanked it half way back to the house but it was fine, just a busted mirror.

I'm surprised they get that good mpg because they are pretty heavy for a scooter, but man they are cool, saving gas is GOOD! do it!

wow some of those custom ruckus's's''s's's are wicked! great pics!

[BustedS13]

I'm surprised they get that good mpg because they are pretty heavy for a scooter

the 49cc ruckus weighs 181 pounds... is that heavy for a scooter? i thought it sounded pretty light

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STdvTXU7K2c&feature=related

dude gets his up to 51mph, has a piston kit that ups displacement to 58cc though.

http://www.chanitomotor.com/big_bore_piston.htm

that might actually be my first modification. get it nice and illegal right off the bat.

[just1pepsi]

Yeah I've already got plans to extend the rear end, put some ape hangers on along with a custom headlight/tail light.. going to rig up some storage under the seat and put some pegs up front somewhere so I can stretch out. Wanna throw the bigger carb, and make my own custom exhaust.. cheap to mod and I know that bad boy is fun to ride, and I dont even have one yet.. I'm loving the idea of that kind of mileage.. even if I plan to mod it a little which might hurt it slightly.

[s14_legend]

definitely going to pick one of these babiez up...i know alot of people who are already owning and custominzing them for some time now...fun litlle ride and especially how gas these days...yeah here comes another addicting addition to modding

[WanganRunner]

$1200 will buy a 100% complete 150cc GY6 swap which is good for like 55-60mph.

I like my stock Honda 49cc though, because unlike Chinese engines, my shit doesn't break down. Chanito's big-bore is nice though.

[BustedS13]

$1200 will buy a 100% complete 150cc GY6 swap which is good for like 55-60mph.

I like my stock Honda 49cc though, because unlike Chinese engines, my shit doesn't break down. Chanito's big-bore is nice though.

that'll just bolt right in? fuck buying a new one, i could just buy any old ruckus and slap a 150cc on... i need to do more research.

[just1pepsi]

I want reliability, I'll probably stick w/ stock with basic mods. I bet I can find a used one cheaper than new.. time to start looking at classifieds..

[BustedS13]

I want reliability, I'll probably stick w/ stock with basic mods.

reliability would be nice, but if it breaks i can always just take my car.. so i feel tempted to do horrible things to this scooter.

[just1pepsi]

Good point, and I'm sure my tune will change once I have one in my posession. I've got two trucks and a full size bike as backup. I could see myself doing a motor swap. :D

[allntrlundrgrnd]

holy shit i want one, would be so nice to roll to campus on this and not have to worry about finding a parking spot. jesus this is a factory paintjob:

http://powersports.honda.com/assets/images/model/c028_029_030_031_photos_all/scooters/2007/ruckus/LargeHoriz/ruckus_white_camo.jpg

[just1pepsi]

Yeah, 08's only come in silver and black though. :(

[exitspeed]

Yeah, 08's only come in silver and black though. :(

What year is the camo? 07? I wanna do flat black. If I wouldn't get arrested I'd put some kinda gun turret on the back!

Can two people ride on this thing?

[just1pepsi]

Yeah 07.. You could probably ride two people if you put a rear seat on it.

[BustedS13]

What year is the camo? 07? I wanna do flat black. If I wouldn't get arrested I'd put some kinda gun turret on the back!

Can two people ride on this thing?


people mount some little schwinn bike seat onto the back bar of the seat frame to fit a second person on there. what's the point of riding on two wheels if you can't haul bitches son! CHURCH

no but seriously they take the bike mount off the bottom of this seat and add some mounts like what the stock ruckus seat has so it can fold up when not in use

http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=9207800&sourceid=1500000000000003260420&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=9207800

[WanganRunner]

Yeah 07.. You could probably ride two people if you put a rear seat on it.


People do it, but it's seriously iffy. For really short distances it's probably okay though.

The Camo 07 had a special designation of "NPS50S", rather than the normal "NPS50" for all other rucks.

Custom paint job ftw, I'm working on piecing together extra factory pieces (bat box, lower frame, already have aftermarket seat rail) to have a 2nd set of gear in another color I can swap on. I didn't want to paint over my shiny new 08 silver stuff.

[240trainee]

^ That shits hot. Would be even better if it was Pink Godzira green.

Since when is there a PG green?????

It's fucking green. thats all. lol.


I need to finish my ped. 110cc 4 speed manual engine. will go faster and be radder than these doses.

[cuddlesthesheep]

Don't look past the dangers of these. Although I wouldn't mind having one to save a bank load of money scooters are not a safe mode of transportation.

My father was killed on a scooter last August.

Things to keep in mind,
1.These things are quiet- you don't have Harley type exhaust coming off these things to let others know where you are.
2.These things are small- It is very easy for other drivers to not see you
3.These things don't handle very well- Hard to get yourself out of a tight spot
4.These things are not quick- also hard for you to get yourself out of a tight spot
5. Not very protective- just like motorcycles if you get hit your in for some pain.

I'm not saying don't get one i'm just saying if you do you need to be very careful.

[exitspeed]

^
That's what's always scared me about a bike.

Sorry to hear about your father. And thanks for the warning.

[SW20Racer]

one more reason to buy one.
http://thekneeslider.com/archives/2006/01/11/ultralight-flying-scooter/

it shows a yamaha scoot in the picture, but i think it still applies.
it also says not to drive around with this kit attached, but honestly, who on here would listen to advice like that?
ESPECIALLY SINCE YOU CAN FLY.

http://www.aerocorsair.com/id67.htm

[karl wasabi]

haha. Not a ruckus, but some other Japanese scooters.

Suzuki Skywave
http://www.pinktentacle.com/images/scooter_9.jpg

Honda Forza
http://www.pinktentacle.com/images/scooter_15.jpg

[cuddlesthesheep]

aren't the skywaves just burgmans? thats pretty modded out

and the forza shares a lot with the reflex right?

[Bubbles]

I want a ruckus but I don't see it in my future.

[WanganRunner]

aren't the skywaves just burgmans? thats pretty modded out

and the forza shares a lot with the reflex right?


Yeah, they're just rebadges.

[BustedS13]

and the forza shares a lot with the reflex right?

The reflex is an only child, hes waiting in the park.
The reflex is in charge of finding treasure in the dark.

[hotlavaflow]

Damn now I wanna start a Ruckus gang lol.

[lok]

I ride mine ~20 miles to work on back roads that mostly stay 4 lanes wide but there are a few sections that go 2 lane for a while.

I just stay to the side and people pass me a few times and it isnt that bad even when it is big dump trucks by the constuction.

I got 3 waves on the way to work this morning from actual motorcycles.

[kyoru]

the ruckus seems cool. i give gas prices two more years before this place looks like viet nam, and everyone is throwina fuckus in there ruckus, all over the place.
but i do like them. looks cool.would be good to save some gas and stuff.

haha, last time I went on vietnam, people were driving like they were in a video game. shit was scary as hell.

[exitspeed]

To make yourself more visible while driving would it be a good idea to put some LED's on the bike somewhere? Or is that illegal like Neons?

[just1pepsi]

Probably depends on state law, there is a device for normal bikes which makes your headlight flash so that oncoming traffic can see you during the day. They are illegal here in OK, but legal in AZ. blue LEDs of any kind ont he outside of a vehicle are illegal here as well. Reason being (It can be confused for an emergency vehicle.. that would be too bad now wouldnt it)

[exitspeed]

Probably depends on state law, there is a device for normal bikes which makes your headlight flash so that oncoming traffic can see you during the day. They are illegal here in OK, but legal in AZ. blue LEDs of any kind ont he outside of a vehicle are illegal here as well. Reason being (It can be confused for an emergency vehicle.. that would be too bad now wouldnt it)

Yea I was thinking along the lines of some extra red ones on the back and then maybe some white ones facing the ground.

[240trainee]

I know in VA, basically the same laws that govern a bicycle.

I plan on getting a good LED setup going on my moped, and I have a 55w bulb in my front headlight, for extra brightness.

and it'll have basically as close to a straight pipe as I can run with it still running right. 4 stroke ftw.

[exitspeed]

Can you imagine how ridiculous you would look pulled over by a cop for something illegal on your moped?

Hahahah.

I found this quote from a review online:

'Still, with its exposed frame rails and huge dual headlights that seem set for Paris-Dakar with tires to match, this is pretty much the only small scooter that guys can drive without looking like a total pussy. '

[O3DigitalBath]

What year is the camo? 07? I wanna do flat black. If I wouldn't get arrested I'd put some kinda gun turret on the back!

Can two people ride on this thing?

They had camo almost every year.....keep in mind the 06 and up ones are a little faster. They have higher redline and such.

It is possible for 2 people to ride....but I wouldn't advise it unless its right up the street and its a slow street (like 30mph)

[wickedS14]

Just something I forgot to add, to those who are intrested in possibly purchasing a ruckus, this forum will be very informative although mainly 2-stroke you'll find will be very helpful for whatever route you choose.
http://www.forumshawaii.net/vbb/forumdisplay.php?s=&daysprune=&f=197
Here's a gallery of peds, enjoi.
http://www.forumshawaii.net/vbb/showthread.php?t=381715
Oh an um some video's of elites in hawaii, i'm not in any
Potentials of an elite, yea don't mind the cut in between the vid, idk?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Tu2zQ0b8i4&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-lokJeov2M4
Friend of mine
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uLqIr4bcYRc&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8idy5hwIcwg&feature=related

[240trainee]

Can you imagine how ridiculous you would look pulled over by a cop for something illegal on your moped?

Hahahah.

Definatly happens in Richmond, happened when I was running mine up and down the street with no helmet/ tail light in the beginning of a rain storm trying to tune the old motor.

[Bobafreak]

I did some research upon this i plan on getting one in July or sooner and will post updates of what i do whether VRT or here. All projects are on hold till further notice. Im on operation "Pimp the Ruckus." Driving 90 miles a day plus whatever weekend travels i do on 91 has gotten over the top. Alot of places are sold out(Ruckus) but i found a place thats getting a shipment this Wednesday. Woot Woot! A dealership said to look around out of state if your intrested. All the places i called didnt have a eta.

[flip3d]

I wanna throw an Aixro XR50 on one. It's a 50HP rotary engine :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FlY0R7B752c

[KA-T_240]

I rode a ruckus this weekend. It was pretty cool. I have never rode a motorcycle or any of that stuff before. The owner is selling it, I may buy it if $$$ allows. It sucks that there will be no more new ones for sale until the 09 model(all sold out, from what I have read).


If I buy it, custom paint will happen this winter. lolz!

[Str8 Rippin]

Bad ass!

I am seriously considering one for a ghetto cruiser.

[Xandy Boosts]

everywhere it's sold out. one dealership I spoke to said 2 weeks and they'll know when the 09's get in

this other dealership I know is still getting em but they marked it up to 3k

[Matej]

What's a good price for a used one? I see them popping up on Craigslist and local forums, I just want to put hid's in it and cruise off into the sunset in slow motion.

[just1pepsi]

Yeah, I'm plotting on moving closer to work (trimming 30mi round trip off my commute) and getting a ruckus for the commute when the weather allows. I'd say anything under 2k used (since thats what they go for new) -- work back from there based on condition.

[WanganRunner]

I'm going to commute on mine the rest of this week (80 and sunny in DC).

It's like 20 miles each way, so a total of about 120 miles the rest of the week. Tank is empty now, so if I refill tomorrow morning, I can get 140 miles out of it before I fill again. It'll cost about $5 to fill it, lol.

I love my Ruckus.


It's so much fun to commute on. Whenever there's traffic, I just go up on the sidewalk or a bike path and blow right by all the cars. It's even better than splitting lanes. It takes a car about 1-1.5 hrs to do my commute in rush hour, Ruckus will do it in 40 mins.

[exitspeed]

Place here told my uncle he can't get any for a weeks.

I think I'm just going to get a Honda 250 used for like $2300.

[singlecamslam]

everyone is getting scooters these days. Scooters sales are up 40%. i just bought one myself for 300. And it does pay itself off real quick. $6 for full tank of gas which lasts me almost a month.

[flip3d]

whats the mpg for a honda rebel? those are pretty cheap.

[BustedS13]

Place here told my uncle he can't get any for a weeks.

I think I'm just going to get a Honda 250 used for like $2300.


http://i29.tinypic.com/b4yn15.jpg

[Bobafreak]

For the socal folks Callaway is going to get a shipment in about a month. The place in my area is going to get shipment tomorrow and if so ill let you know about it after i get mine first >_< lol. I went to get gas at costco after work..yeah this is ruckus!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v28/djdaze/IMG00107.jpg

[BustedS13]

there are too many people in california :/

[bo2o]

costco gas is the same as arco gas. cheap, weaksauce.

[WanganRunner]

Place here told my uncle he can't get any for a weeks.

I think I'm just going to get a Honda 250 used for like $2300.


Which 250?


I'd MUCH rather have a Reflex 250 than a Ruckus, they're NICE bikes.

I like the Helix too, but I'm generally in the minority there.


I'm not sure I'd get an Elite 250....as if I'm going to go to the hassle of getting a motorcycle license, I'd just get the Reflex.

[driftphenom]

wow i want. too bad its impossible to get to my work on surface roads alone or i wouldnt hesitate and get one of these today.

you see the tires on that thing? that thing would climb str8 up a tree!!! just buy some baller azz atv tires and ur good to go

[doc99]

I'd assume these things fall under the 50cc road legal thing. I'd rock the piss out of one of these if that's the case.

http://www.kikkerbikes.com/bobber.html

[HS13KLS]

so does anyone know where to buy parts for these things?

i bought one, uhh a few hours ago, and im going to paint flat black..its an 04,
good:got it for a STEAL
bad:needs:battery,tires,air filter,oil changed,sparkplug

[lok]

so does anyone know where to buy parts for these things?

i bought one, uhh a few hours ago, and im going to paint flat black..its an 04,
good:got it for a STEAL
bad:needs:battery,tires,air filter,oil changed,sparkplug

I bought some parts from battlescooter.

[Xandy Boosts]

I'm doing alot of searching on totalruckus but can't seem to find any info for a fat tire kit....anyone wana help me out?

Looks like mine is coming in mid July. All the metallic gray's are taken...I'm gonna see if I like the red that's coming out and decide whether to get that when I see it or wait for next shipment of metallics...

[BustedS13]

i think i'm deciding against a ruckus and going with a full blown motorcycle instead. the Honda Rebel is 234cc, gets something like 80mpg, insurance for me would be about 200 a year, and... look how cool.

http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/photos/2006models/2006-Honda-RebelB.jpg

oh, and they start at a little over 3k.

[cali240sxdrifter]

local shop here is making a turbo one, should be done soon

[wangan_cruiser]

i didnt bother to read the whole thread but wonder how much these guys costs? with these gas prices hike i can consider one even my work is only 15 miles away from me. :naughty:

[muddafakka]

What do you guys think about the Yamaha TW200?

http://www.yamaha-motor.com/sport/products/modelspecs/10/0/specs.aspx

I'm strongly considering a bike. I'm not too keen on getting a scooter.

Not an expert on any of this stuff...still doing research. I was looking at the Honda Rebel and Kawasaki Eliminator as well.

Hey look post #666.

[GoodOl'S13]

OK wheres the ruckus forum?

[rainier]

^^ i went to google, put honda ruckus forum, and this was one of the first ones.

http://totalruckus.com/

[GoodOl'S13]

Most of the ruckus forums have no new posts. RUCKUS sub-forum???

Can you buy these with your gas card LOL

[HS13KLS]

http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o15/schlottachki/ruck2.jpg
just some shots of the ruckus *NOT RECENT*

http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o15/schlottachki/ruck3.jpg
http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o15/schlottachki/wheelie.jpg
http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o15/schlottachki/wheelie2.jpg
doing a few wheelies

so since i bought it, i have painted it from. baby blue, to a greenish blue with hella flake, to flat black, to "volvo ebony chestnut metallic"(brown)
im looking for TEAL. like. project mu teal.if anyone has a color code for it. id appreciate it :(

. and ps. if you guys were wondering::
Canon 10D and most of these were with a 20-35mm lens along with a Vivitar 285hv and Canon 550EX set off with radio slaves.
so i have this done to the honda ruckus:
KN variator
6gram weights
posh CDI
NGK spark plug
(i have a new NGK racing wire)*not installed*
custom intake made with K&N crankcase airfilters*not installed*
polished drive cover
all rad lines changed to high temp clear hoses
audi premium red rad fluid lol.
took the side mirrors off
tail relocation, LED
turn signal deleted
new michilen "bopper"performance tires.
changed the oil
i just talked to mike at TF, once they have their new STANCE COILOVER for the ruckus, ill def have that on there.
haha.

ill be picking up the lower seat, and fabbing up a few aparts.

[theicecreamdan]

What do you guys think about the Yamaha TW200?

http://www.yamaha-motor.com/sport/products/modelspecs/10/0/specs.aspx

I'm strongly considering a bike. I'm not too keen on getting a scooter.

Not an expert on any of this stuff...still doing research. I was looking at the Honda Rebel and Kawasaki Eliminator as well.

Hey look post #666.

I'm still sort of wrestling with a slight obsession with that bike. I took my MSF class on that bike and for some reason I'm really attracted to it. I think I'm going to get one.

[Dutchmalmiss]

jesus bulldog quack fuck christ man....look at this build
450cc turbo ruckus.
http://www.honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=2297467&page=1

[stiizy]

^^ wow i just read that whole thing that ruckus is gonna be sick!!

[BustedS13]

jesus bulldog quack fuck christ man....look at this build
450cc turbo ruckus.
http://www.honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=2297467&page=1


http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a218/hondawilky/Other%20Nonsense/1206655416529.gif

i'm on page 12 right now, i've read through the whole thing. insane build!

edit: LAME, i hate it when i start reading an enormous build thread and then it's not done at the end.

[stiizy]

edit: LAME, i hate it when i start reading an enormous build thread and then it's not done at the end.

Yeah i was pissed too

i wanna see how he mounts the turbo and everything else...

[theicecreamdan]

I think I would have liked to see a 2 stroke.

Too much to ask for a CR500?

[Bubbles]

It seems like that build will never end.

He probably could have saved time by not even starting with a ruckus and instead just building an entire frame.

[s13DrOop]

motorcycle let sod the riding

[DohcKA]

there's a rukus craze man... im straight no scoot scoots for me

[axiomatik]

It seems like that build will never end.

He probably could have saved time by not even starting with a ruckus and instead just building an entire frame.

lol, wut? the thread is only 2 months old. there's builds on zilvia that have been going on for 2 years.

[Matej]

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a218/hondawilky/Other%20Nonsense/1206655416529.gif
What movie/show is that from? I always see it on forums and I always want to know.


So cool.
http://www.panducky.tv/turbo_ruckus/DSC_1062.JPG
I wish I could put my car on a table, instead of ever needing to go under it.

[VROOOM]

can you still get a camo ruckus?? i almost bought one a few years ago, now im kicking myself for not.

[Bubbles]

lol, wut? the thread is only 2 months old. there's builds on zilvia that have been going on for 2 years.


(since I'm doing numbers today, might as well continue)

1. This guy is not your average shade tree mechanic he has a workspace, the proper tools, the proper knowledge, the budget......

2. This is part of his job, he works on it constantly. You know why I work on my car only on the weekends? I work full time. If I worked on my car full time instead of what I do know, it would be much further along.

3. It's a fucking scooter.

2 wheels, extemely minimal wiring, 1 non adjustable seat, no body, no windows, easily accessible to work on, easily moved and lifted, etc.......


4. This thing is badass I'm just getting blue balls and want to see it run. :wiggle:

[Omarius Maximus]

I really want a ruckus...but I would obviously have to mod it to be happy with the final product.

Extended swingarm, new wheels, tires, and a 150 swap would end up costing more than a ninja 250r. Apples and oranges comparison, but the still...

[yokotas13]

i still want a fucking majesty

[RUTH'LESSDET]

damn I want a scooter now too

[Xandy Boosts]

me and my friend got our ruckus today
1st 2 at OC honda

red is cleaaaan!

next shipment is september

i saw his waiting list, 4-5 pages front to back :eek:!

[S14Josh]

Those things are pretty dope.

I doubt I would feel comfortable driving one around in Vegas though. We have terrible drivers. But they would make for some cool pit bikes.

I'm curious to see how big these things are gonna take off in the next few years.

[!Zar!]

I'm still sort of wrestling with a slight obsession with that bike. I took my MSF class on that bike and for some reason I'm really attracted to it. I think I'm going to get one.

Yeah, I am thinking about picking up a tw200 soon.

It's either that or a dzr400.

I need help with my obsession over bikes. Wish it was possible to be happy with one.

[illvialuver]

the more I these the more I want one.

[WanganRunner]

i still want a fucking majesty

You should totally get one.

There are so many badass maxi-scoots on the market in Japan that have already been modded up, just change some shit around to make it your own.

As much as I like my Ruckus, if I was in Japan, I'd definitely have a Majesty or a Maxam.


I just got my daytona drag bars and clamp in the mail for my Ruck. My back is going to hurt like whoa (at least until I can scrounge up some front pegs), but it'll look fucking sweet, lol.

[Xandy Boosts]

I got me some drag bars too, haven't installed it yet, looking for a nice bmx stem. Need more stuff, need more monies too lol

[S13R]

How many san diego people have a ruckus?

[MadScientist]

I am on the fence right now... the modified ones are gang-ster'... passwordjdm has alot of cool CK bits.

wondering if a shifter kart engine can be dropped in.... ohh the insanity!!

-Drew

[origin_s135]

i LULZ at the product description @ PW:JDM.
"Just what every Ruck needs, storage! If you're sick of wearing a backpack to haul shit around, then you need this functional piece of carbon sweetness. If you have a stock bike, then you can just slide this in and go, but we really designed this to maximize storage on bikes with the NCY engine extension and NCY lowered seat frame. If you've done these mods, then you still need to route all your wiring under the frame crossmember and grind off the coolant catchtank post for this to fit. In return the bin let's you store a full 12 pack of your favorite beverages. Just don't drink and drive dumbass!"

they also say something about "it's lighter than kate moss"
DAMNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN! LMAO

[napaKAliboog]

http://www.yatahonga.com/data/media/18/200491/hot_Rod.jpg

[napaKAliboog]

http://www.bowlsla.com/blog/catalog/sema08_1124.jpg
http://www.bowlsla.com/blog/catalog/ctown_0393.jpg
http://www.bowlsla.com/blog/catalog/supsun_0561.jpg

[napaKAliboog]

http://www.bowlsla.com/blog/catalog/supsun_0579.jpg
http://www.bowlsla.com/blog/catalog/supsun_0562.jpg
http://www.bowlsla.com/blog/catalog/supsun_0571.jpg

[napaKAliboog]

http://www.bowlsla.com/blog/catalog/zoom_0179.jpg

[napaKAliboog]

I never had a ruckus but i monkey with old skool honda cruisers and such...
http://www.bowlsla.com/blog/catalog/img_2944.jpg