Guest Tester, Mark Orchard and Dave Hatch take a look at Honda's interesting Big Ruckus. For everything motorcycle, visit our web site at www.motorcycleexperience.ca
Cool bike. But the sad news is that I've talked to a dealer he said that he has never heard of the big Ruckus and assumes that Honda discontinued its production. I think it's a very handy bike for all occasions.
I just ordered an Amigo Rover 150 and it kind of looks like this. I have been searching youtube for videos but can't find any. I did find a scooter called the SSR Rowdy (1 video) that looks almost identical. Where are they at? I thought they were supposed to be real popular.
Long review...and nothing of any significance said concerning the focus of video, the 'Ruckus 250'. (wtf does RV parks have to do with the Honda? They're both 'having a piss' at Hondas' expense...which is odd considering that without Honda, there would be NO 'motorcycle industry' to speak of)
In the UK the 50cc version is a Zoomer and I always though they were so much cooler that the plastic covered scooters that are so popular. I wish we had have had these too.
I had one of these, I used to take it on very long rides, it had no problem doing 80 miles an hour. I got around 80 miles per gallon. They stopped making these a l few years back.
The back rest looks splayed back too far but the rolling seat seems like genius. The strap bars could be 2 and a half inches more ambitious. It seems less purposeful if you can't find knobbies for it. Cute enough.
Probably should’ve had a heavier/taller rider try it also so we can get a perspective all the way around on it. I’m still looking at buying one the in the used market. I also think for the money the Honda helix is a nice bike
I am kicking myself for not buying this when I had the chance. The Big Ruckus was being sold used in cherry condition at a local dealership I was perusing. I didn't know enough about it so I just passed it by. After doing some research, I am disappointed that all I got to do with it was sit on it. If only I could have taken it home before someone else did. :(
The anchor keeps talking over the motorcyclist and he doesn't know what he he's talking about. The anchor kept talking about how smooth a ride it was and the various features all while the actual rider kinda stood there all awkward.
Despite a high power endorsement of the Big Ruckus, it was a big flop, in comparison, the Rucks 49cc continues to be a unique and fun experience riding for most who have it. This was not a marketing flop...it was too much...a design flop, because the ruckus is cute and unique and the Big Ruckus is grotesque and ugly...look in a picture dictionary under ugly scooter and you will see it! Cushman scooters, tho boxy were still more attractive than this thing!
I really like it , to bad they didn't produced more , i would of bought one, but as it it there's not enough to find parts. It not supposed to be a fast sports bike, but a utility bike. And i really like the utility look.
so badly wish these were still produced today!!
Big Honda fail in ZERO marketing of this thing.
Thoroughly enjoyed your review. Thanks
Cool bike. But the sad news is that I've talked to a dealer he said that he has never heard of the big Ruckus and assumes that Honda discontinued its production. I think it's a very handy bike for all occasions.
I think they were only manufactured in 2005 and 06 unfortunately
I just ordered an Amigo Rover 150 and it kind of looks like this. I have been searching youtube for videos but can't find any. I did find a scooter called the SSR Rowdy (1 video) that looks almost identical. Where are they at? I thought they were supposed to be real popular.
Long review...and nothing of any significance said concerning the focus of video, the 'Ruckus 250'. (wtf does RV parks have to do with the Honda? They're both 'having a piss' at Hondas' expense...which is odd considering that without Honda, there would be NO 'motorcycle industry' to speak of)
In the UK the 50cc version is a Zoomer and I always though they were so much cooler that the plastic covered scooters that are so popular. I wish we had have had these too.
I have a 2020 50cc Honda ruckus
I had one of these, I used to take it on very long rides, it had no problem doing 80 miles an hour. I got around 80 miles per gallon. They stopped making these a l few years back.
Yeah, downhill with a tail wind and a Mac truck pushing you. 80 mph, really !
Yes, really! And thanks for being a duche bag!
+redsorgum i had one too it s a very nice scooter and powerfull for a city scoots but now i have a Yamaha T max it s better
Im sure it would do 80 mph with the 250 cc. Our little PCX 150 will do almost 60 mph with my big arse on it, Im around 250lbs
Ross in Ontario
Yes, really.
It's a 250cc.
I do 60 on a Kawasaki Z125.
The back rest looks splayed back too far but the rolling seat seems like genius. The strap bars could be 2 and a half inches more ambitious. It seems less purposeful if you can't find knobbies for it. Cute enough.
I would most likely purchase one of these if I could find one. Does Honda still sell them in the U.S.?
They still sell the 50CC Ruckus' but unfortunately they no longer sell the big ones. They were lots of fun though. Hope you can find one used!
Probably should’ve had a heavier/taller rider try it also so we can get a perspective all the way around on it. I’m still looking at buying one the in the used market. I also think for the money the Honda helix is a nice bike
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I want one so bad
For sure
It's a shame I would've bought this if they were still producing it..
Same for me. I would love to ride one of these.
I want one
hey North Palm Beach..haha..take off eh
I am kicking myself for not buying this when I had the chance. The Big Ruckus was being sold used in cherry condition at a local dealership I was perusing. I didn't know enough about it so I just passed it by. After doing some research, I am disappointed that all I got to do with it was sit on it. If only I could have taken it home before someone else did. :(
Where is the storage? I'd prefer the smaller ruckus with a bigger engine.
Funny thing that comment about it being for fat rich Americans... Since it was first introduced in Japan in 04.
they need such scooters in india
I love mine....70 mph and 90 mpg
OK Canada y'all don't forget to tuck in ur shirts now... ehhh
My honda helix with the body panels removed.
India mein uplabdh Ho Gaya hai Kiya hai to kaha hai
👍
У меня есть такой👍
2006 last year
😢
I like the original ruckus. I just wish it was slightly bigger. This one is too big I think. Should of came out with a 125cc model
fer yer 2-4, eh? right on, eh.
Coo loo coo coo coo coo coo coooo! Bob and Doug MacKenzie own one, beauty, eh!!🇨🇦
fer sher
The anchor keeps talking over the motorcyclist and he doesn't know what he he's talking about. The anchor kept talking about how smooth a ride it was and the various features all while the actual rider kinda stood there all awkward.
Planning to hook the engine to the back of my go cart.
A disaster that they were never sold in Europe! 😞
I love Honda scooters & bikes , but this is so ugly . In the US , these were out only 2 model years ; Collectible or not , I'd never want one .
2:15 Hahaha, no chance this thing will do 120.
70-75 can be expected.
120 km, dipshit. They're in Canada. 🤣
Canadian show, that's 120 kilometers per hour 🇨🇦
some ugly things still look good
As a motorcycle rider, this video seems biased Almost like a sales pitch. Oh yeah, 250 cc that’s more than enough lol.
round mirrors suck !!!!!!!!
Despite a high power endorsement of the Big Ruckus, it was a big flop, in comparison, the Rucks 49cc continues to be a unique and fun experience riding for most who have it. This was not a marketing flop...it was too much...a design flop, because the ruckus is cute and unique and the Big Ruckus is grotesque and ugly...look in a picture dictionary under ugly scooter and you will see it! Cushman scooters, tho boxy were still more attractive than this thing!
I really like it , to bad they didn't produced more , i would of bought one, but as it it there's not enough to find parts. It not supposed to be a fast sports bike, but a utility bike. And i really like the utility look.
it's too ugly