What kind of engine does the Honda Ruckus have?
If that gets your head nodding, then the 2020 Honda Ruckus is the ride for you. At its core is a rock-solid 49cc engine delivering plenty of get-up-and-go. A tough, tubular frame surrounds it, as well as our Honda V-Matic ® automatic transmission. Just press a button, twist the throttle and start having fun. It’s as simple as that.
What should I expect from swapping the Honda Ruckus?
Roughly speaking, the GY6 will accelerate a Ruckus from 0 to 30mph about the same as the original engine reaches 0-15mph. Bottom line: Swap it yourself! We advise against having a local mechanic shop attempt to install your swap.
What kind of warranty does a Honda Ruckus have?
Transferable one-year, unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan. The Ruckus’ liquid-cooled engine offers exactly what you’d expect from a Honda: power, reliability and great fuel economy. One-speed automatic transmission means no shifting ever—not even into park or neutral.
What happens when you put extra fuel in a Honda Ruckus?
This extra fuel then gets forced into the intake tract, which is then sucked into the engine. This impacts fuel economy and causes the bike to run rough and erratic at low speeds, often killing the engine when coming to a stop.
What’s the best way to make the Honda Ruckus go faster?
A motor swap is the by far the most expensive and most effective way to make the Ruckus go faster. The most popular motor swap is to a Chinese GY6 150cc scooter motor.
What kind of motor do I need for Honda Ruckus?
The most popular motor swap is to a Chinese GY6 150cc scooter motor. If you don’t want to remove your Honda motor to replace with a Chinese scooter engine, you could consider the two-stroke Yamaha Zuma motor. One thing to keep in mind with speed mods is to upgrade your brakes.
Is it safe to buy a used Honda Ruckus?
A Ruckus is also very safe to buy used. Unlike cars, with their huge, complex engines, a Ruckus has a simple little four-stroke motor. If there is something wrong with the motor, it is going to be apparent, whereas sometimes the complexity of car engines can mask underlying issues.
Do you need aftermarket clutch for Honda Ruckus?
After many years of test and tuning , trying different parts, and years of selling Honda Ruckus Parts we have put together the only KIT that matters and has been tested over and over and still yields the best results. You want 50 MPH out of your 49cc. This is the kit. NO need for aftermarket clutch, clutch springs, big carbs, Cam or BBK.