2008 Honda Ruckus

A nut came loose from the starter kickstand and ran through the engine destroying the engine. The dealer said "they've never seen this happen before." Still, they charged me $700 + to rebuild the engine. We have another Rukus that they said to bring in and have checked for a loose nut on the starter ... kickstand. They want to charge me for this 1/2 hr visit. Dealer is North Honda Motor Sports, Menominee MI.

The honda ruckus is different and has an appealing (to some people), cool, bare bones style.

But in my opinion, thats all it really has going for it.

Whats wrong with it:

only a single seater

no storage

weak drum brakes

underpowered compared ... to other 50cc's

very bad suspension

Its a good scooter if you have time and $$ to do upgrades. otherwise, there are many other scooters that are in the same price range that are faster and more comfortable right out of the box.

Ill keep mine because I think its cool. but its not the best daily driver. Ill leave it at home and ride my zuma instead.

Drop it like it's hot!

Forget getting a big-bike.. Honda's Ruckus is where it's at. Spending 1/10th the price of a CBR or Interceptor will get you a styling little ride that's got enough kick to whip around city corners.

The fun has only just begun, because customizing this ... lil'whip is where you'll be able to 'dress to impress'.