2005 Honda Ruckus

2005 Honda Ruckus pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
MSRP
$1,999
Type
Scooter
Insurance
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Model Type
Scooter
MSRP
$1,999
Dealers
Warranty
12
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Scooter
Manufacturer Country
Japan
Parent Company
Honda
Display Name
Ruckus
Year
2005
Make
Honda
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)
49.4 / 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 Type
Continuously Variable (CVT)
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Belt
Reverse
No
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
Front Brake Type
Drum
Rear Brake Type
Drum
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
Twin 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 Control
Handlebar
Wheelbase (in/mm)
49.8 / 1264.9
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
181 / 82.1
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
1.3 / 4.9
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
0.27
Seat Type
One-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Vinyl
Seat Location
Driver
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
29.1 / 739.1
Number Of Seats
1
Seat Rail
Standard
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
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
Top Crown
Standard
Stand Type
Center
Handlebars
Standard
License Plate
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Light
Fuel Level Warning Type
Light
Warranty (Months/Condition)
12 / Limited
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Satellite
No
Metallic
No
Folding
Yes
Windshield Lowers
No
Lockable Storage
Standard
Rear Rack
Standard
Helmet Locks
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
User Reviews
3 reviews
  • Ruckus is a Piglet
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jul 17, 2018

    Bought a new Ruckus in 2005 , camo print , to match a camping backpack. Still riding it today (Toronto) with 52000 km and it's fabulous for camping voyages of 150km+. Tent and gym bag get strapped to the back of the seat and the heavier stuff (food , sleeping bag) packs under the seat with an elastic ...

    The little old beast still kicks but it has lost some fuel efficiency ... now only getting about 90 miles per gallon.

    Some motorbike enthusiasts ride hogs.

    I ride a piglet. :-)

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  • I love my Ruckus
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jun 24, 2015

    I purchased my Ruckus in September 2005 following the Hurricane Katrina disaster which caused gas prices to double overnight. This Ruckus has saved me $1000s of dollars in gas money!!! I ride it around Chicago and the suburbs and take it everywhere from late Spring to mid Fall. Not a problem at ...

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  • Honda Ruckus
    By  (I am an Owner) on Oct 01, 2010

    I'ts fun to drive, slow on the top end. very functional and lots of storage space. Because of it's industrial looks it's a head turner. easy to maintain, and love the water cooled engine for a 50cc it's very strong on take off. It's definitely perfect for around the town runs, and can handle long ...

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