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2009 Honda Ruckus Base

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2009 Honda Ruckus Base Specifications

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Identification
Model Type  Scooter
BASE MSRP(US)  $2,149.00
Warranty  12
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Engine:  
Engine Type  Single-Cylinder
Cylinders  1
Engine Stroke  4-Stroke
Cooling  Liquid
Valve Configuration  SOHC
Bore (mm/in)  38 / 1.49
Stroke (mm/in)  44 / 1.73
Displacement (cc/ci)  49 / 3
Compression Ratio  12:1
Starter  Electric / Kick
Fuel Requirements  Regular
Fuel Type  Gas
Fuel Injector  No
Carburetor  Yes
Number Of Carburetors  1
Carburetor Size (mm)  15
Carburetion Type  Carburetor
Transmission:  
Transmission Type  Continuously Variable (CVT)
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)  Belt
Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission)  Belt
Reverse  No
Wheels & Tires:  
Wheels Composition  Steel
Chromed  No
Front Tire Width  120
Front Tire Aspect Ratio  90
Front Wheel Diameter  10
Rear Tire Width  130
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio  90
Rear Wheel Diameter  10
Front Tire (Full Spec)  120/90 R10
Rear Tire (Full Spec)  130/90 R10
Brakes:  
Front Brake Type  Drum
Rear Brake Type  Drum
Suspension:  
Front Suspension Type  Telescopic Fork
Front Travel (in/mm)  2.2 / 55.9
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load  No
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping  No
Front Central Suspension Strut  No
Steering Damper  No
Rear Suspension Type  Single Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)  2.6 / 66
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load  No
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping  No
Number Rear Shock Absorbers  1
Rear Suspension Material  Aluminum
Air Adjustable  No
Steering:  
Steering Control  Handlebar
Technical Specifications:  
Wheelbase (in/mm)  49.8 / 1264.9
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)  181 / 82.1
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)  194 / 88
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)  1.3 / 4.9
Performance  Standard
Seats:  
Seat Type  One-Piece
Adjustable  No
Seat Material  Vinyl
Seat Location  Driver
Folding  No
Seat Height (in/mm)  28.9 / 734.1
Number Of Seats  1
Exterior:  
Frame  Aluminum / Steel
Body Material  Plastic
Floor Board Location  Driver
Hand Grips  Standard
Chain Guard  No
Drive Shaft Guard  No
Fork Guards  No
Saddle Bag Guard  No
Tank Guard  No
Hand Guards  No
Brush Guard  No
Light Guard  No
Front Fender  Standard
Rear Fender  Standard
Stand Type  Center
Handlebars  Standard
Instrumentation:  
Trip Odometer  Standard
Speedometer  Standard
Temperature Warning Type  Light
Fuel Level Warning Type  Light
Pricing:  
Warranty (Months/Condition)  12 / Limited
Identification:  
Generic Type (Primary)  Scooter
Manufacturer Country  Japan
NADATrimID  33142
Audio & Communication:  
Satellite  No
Paint & Finish:  
Paint  Standard
Glass:  
Rearview Mirrors  Standard
Windshield Lowers  No
Storage:  
Lockable Storage  Standard
Rear Rack  Standard
Lights:  
Halogen Headlight (s)  Standard
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By kody(Owner), Apr. 1, 2009
Ride and Comfort are great for a tall person. As for myself being 5'2" I personally had to modify the Ruckus for comfort. I installed a white NCY Lowered seat frame (purchased from www.RuckusLife.com).



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It's Nice!
By Wheelworks(Owner), Jun. 1, 2009
All that I could hope a 50cc scooter to be minus the storage. Takes me to 37 mph effortlessly and 43+ mph with a little effort.



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By Bill(Owner), Aug. 24, 2009
I live in Cottage Country, Lake Winnipeg; roads are mostly sand and gravel. Bought the Ruckus because of the beefy tires. Have put 140 km on it so far; used about 3 litres of gas. Ride is a little choppy on the rough stuff. About the only thing it won't do is drive on soft dry beach sand. It's s... Read Full Review

 

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