I am 75 years old and have had my Big Ruckus since it was new in 2006. I love riding it in the country and around town. It gets lots of looks and positive comments. I am surprised at the number of people that know all about it. I am one of the people who would buy one.

@ginofoogle6944

6 жыл бұрын

1175ld yeah.. you already did.. smartass

@VehicleHunter

4 жыл бұрын

I'd buy one if I found a deal, then sell it.

@MrOscar5690

2 жыл бұрын

@@VehicleHunter alot of words to say you’d flip it.

@scooterangel8269

Жыл бұрын

@@VehicleHunter what do you consider a deal ? I was just given one excellent condition, im a harly rider but since disability need automatic

Sorry, but when you only want to see the world from your own viewpoint and refuse to consider another point of view, you will never understand. I have had my Big Ruckus from 2006. First, who says a scooter must have a scooter look? Second, what if I like the motorcycle look, but don't want to screw with shifting gears? I fell in love with the Big Ruckus because I like the look, the storage options on it, the back seat supports my back, and the flat foot rests are great. I don't care for the scooter look anyway, so that option is off the table. I've built a box for the back with a lock on it. It makes a great trunk.

@VehicleHunter

4 жыл бұрын

You are very sensitive. Do you own a BMW by any chance?

@BobDiaz123

4 жыл бұрын

@@VehicleHunter Nope, just a Honda Big Ruckus.

@polysyllobic

3 жыл бұрын

@@VehicleHunter You don't seem to take well to people challenging you. Must be a bald thing.

@VehicleHunter

3 жыл бұрын

@@polysyllobic We baldys are very sensitive

@sylentnoise932

4 ай бұрын

​@@VehicleHunter people like you make the biking/car community toxic

I'm a 64 year old granny, 5' 1" tall with a 28 " inseam, and I'd buy it. My first bike was a Honda trail 90 at 12 years old and my last one was a Ninja 250R, drove it for 3 years in Atlanta. The little Ruckus doesn't have enough oomph to get out of trouble if you need it. I live in the mountains of western North Carolina and the 50 wouldn't even make it up the hills that I drive up and down to get to town. If I find a Big one nearby I'd definitely go and have a look see, looks like fun to me.

I think it's awesome. And I wish Honda would bring them back, or I would at least like to find a good used one here in the states,

This bike wins by its own merits and shouldn’t be compared to mainstream models. Oddity is what some people (like me) are after. After all…… it’s still a Honda.

This guy has a lot of nerve. HEY BUDDY. If you are going to post a video of a scooter for the sole purpose of insulting those who may own one or want one and call them names, just don't post anything at all.

@VehicleHunter

5 жыл бұрын

Maybe you shouldn't attach your feelings to your bike?

@DavidHosten

Жыл бұрын

@@VehicleHunter Maybe ...just maybe you should not attach your biased opinion to your reviews. Maybe people would respect your reviews more. Your review comes off like a Ford Mustang owner reviewing a Kia Stinger or a Nikon camera guy reviewing a Canon camera. Most reviewers try to at least show some semblance of independent thinking, not clouded by what their favourite type of vehicle is...your bias is plain and makes your review rather meaningless....but it does make you out to be an opinionated ass, so at least you got people to recognize your for that. Douche.

I am like you I wish Honda would bring it back

It’s for big dorks and geeks 😂 How did he not bite his tongue when he said that 🤣

For older guys like me with back problems that still want to ride that full back support is a godsend.

Welp...guess I'm a dork or a geek. I think they're cool and I want one. Honda bring it back!

Wish Honda would bring this back.

You missed the point. The 250 ruckus is designed to be all an purpose vehicle . The larger frame is perfect for the larger rider. It has the ability to pack your gear and take off for a vacation. Orloadup your tools and go to the boat yard. Yes its a handy pickup on two wheels.This machine can do highway speeds. Its a better value when its more useful. It is two bad Honda stopped production in favor of the 250 rebel which is a useless sized motorcycle.

Here is why I would buy it: It's a scooter that survives a spill.

@VehicleHunter

6 жыл бұрын

Yeah, maybe you should concentrate on getting better at your skills instead of of spills. Oh that rhymes.

@krollpeter

6 жыл бұрын

I'd like to distance myself from the slightly rough wording but no doubt David's right on the matter. If a rider falls, the natural impulse is supporting the fall, and that happens by impulsively stretching out the hands. Good luck.

@VehicleHunter

6 жыл бұрын

Perhaps, but im a punk brat snob with over 600k miles of riding. WIth and without gloves

@dynamicjaethought7788

5 жыл бұрын

David McManus I know right.

@VehicleHunter

4 жыл бұрын

@@davidmcmanus5627 So sensitive! Must be a Big Ruckus thing.

I actually want one for the wow factor I think it looks fine too if I’m able to get one I’ve been looking around different listings they’re actually quite expensive however I think you could probably have the shop mount some type of a different arrangement for your feet you could keep the footboard that came stock and then maybe have some extended forward a little bit slightly elevated so you can stretch out from time to time on a long trip

@scooterangel8269

Жыл бұрын

I have one i might consider selling what would it be worth to you ??

I bought a great used one last weekend. I had been looking for one for six months. I plan to take it when my wife and I go camping. A great way to get around and explore the area or go to the store.

I just ordered an Amigo Rover 150 that looks kind of like this one, but I can't find any KZread videos on it. I did find a 2013 video of an SSR Rowdy that looks almost identical. Where are they at?

Big Ruckus awesome bike

I've had one for about 3 yrs....I love this little scooter. I'm a tall guy with long legs. The footrests are easily extended forward and even lower if that adds to your comfort. Mine are extended forward about 3 inches. It will easily go 70 + MPH. Fun to ride, always gets it's share of attention because they are rare. Available only 2 years, 2005 & 2006 with only about 2400 units imported. Because of the rarity, they will only go up in value. To me...most scooters look like they are built for girls or sissy's...not this scooter...it's definitely a guys bike. My other bike is a Indian Scout ABS 1200 cc. Ride them both a lot, like them both. That being said....I can imagine selling the Indian someday....NEVER the Big Ruckus.

I want one of these so bad. When I get one I’m going to weld folding platforms on the sides for coolers I can use as saddlebags and put a reverse trike kit on the front. Perfect winter bike

I was going to either get this out a new Honda Rebel 250 (I live in Japan). The Ruckus costs much more than the rebel here, and we're talking about used models from 2005 (low mileage though). You helped me choose function/price over style.

I actually like that bike. I would style the hell out of it

I bought one in 2006 to cruise around town or run errands. It got 65 mpg vs 16 my truck got. I did some Costco runs on it and even took it to Tijuana a few times. I racked up 16k miles on it before it got stolen. I would buy it again

This would be a good scooter to travel with your RV. Almost no plastic, I believe only 360lbs, so easy to load.

I never cared to own a motorcycle until I saw the big ruckus for the first time. To my surprise it was no longer being manufactured. I ended up getting the baby ruckus. Well, my baby ruckus was stolen this summer. I wanted to buy a new one but nobody had them in stock. I ended up getting the Navi and motorcycle endorsement as required. Now I want to upgrade but nothing on the market interests me. I wish Honda would bring back the big ruckus. I'm in my early 50s and all the other alternatives you mentioned are too sporty for my needs and style. The big ruckus is the perfect utility motorcycle just like the baby ruckus is the perfect utility scooter.

Background music is way beyond annoying.

@VehicleHunter

6 жыл бұрын

You are probably too old to get it.

@gosolobox

6 жыл бұрын

No, I recognize 8 bit video game hell when I hear it.

@VehicleHunter

6 жыл бұрын

How dare you! lol

@rowdyrick7091

6 жыл бұрын

How dare you

@LoneBrowncoat

4 жыл бұрын

Just like the reviewer....fitting.

I find your review a little narrow minded, the Big Ruckus is a versatile scooter, this scooter can be taken off road to get to those ideal camping spots, as well as riding around town, put it on the motorhome, I rather tote this scooter around rather than hauling the family car behind

Very disappointed that Honda stop producing Big Ruckus long time ago. Absolutely awesome scooter. I have only to dreams once upon a time they will start to make new generation of Big Ruckus.

I have one, and I love it.

I'd Buy it. this bike is Bad A$$.

I have a 50cc Ruckus & Honda should have named the Big Cuckus the Ugly Ruckling!

I do not own a Big Ruckus but I have had an interest in them since they come out in 2005 especially the 2006 model which looks so much better. I have no skin in the game so perhaps my opinion may count or not. I don't think that people that buy them are dorks as you suggested, I just think that they like the look (more motorcycle then scooter), its a Honda so you really can't go wrong. They have some of the best resale value in the market today (i wish they did not - waay too expensive) but they make you feel like you are riding a Harley (kinds sorta but not really) and that is cooler than riding a scooter anytime. They offer nice versatility, bring a friend or ride like a king. This is what continues to peak my interest after all these years plus I'm a big Honda person, bikes, cars, generators and so forth. I do get your review BTW but I think there is more soul to this bike then this review suggests, then again what the heck so I know. Thanks for sharing BTW.

Does it have ANY off road capability?

250cc??! Whaaat??! Put monster wheels on it and drive it up a mountain. 😂

I wish big red would still make these... but in lieu of them not doing so, I'm going to get the next best thing this month: the Amigo Rover 150, which is essentially a Ruckus clone. main difference; the amigo is only 150cc rather than 250,but it's betterthan buying a used one, imo. looking forward to grabbing the army green style for sure....

I fuss with my gloves and helmet when I get off a motorcycle so I'll be damned if I'm going to be thinking about a backpack too. This scooter has a key in the center-front of the seat which allows it to slide back another four inches and a backrest and big normal handlebars which can take a fairing. You can live in fear of people stealing from you or be happy, ergo, the junk in my life i need to think is important can stay on the rack in back. That means no backpack between me and the big back rest.

Good review man. I wanted a little Ruck but ended up with a Honda pcx. I wish I would of got a big ruckus. But where I live the speed limit is 55. Then the pcx only goes 64. Not happy with that much ether so cruzer in the future.

Honda = Japan = Retro Gaming... what more explanation do you want for the music choice?

I think it’s a good design. The Ruckus 50cc is an excellent design, but pretty much limited to speed of @ 45:mph, so no expressway driving. This will expand the entry lineup to those that want or need to go a little faster, or a physically larger rider.

@mig50cc

8 ай бұрын

*40 mph. On a good day.

its so ugly that i love it lol

More useful than any motorcycle I have seen.

@VehicleHunter

6 жыл бұрын

Maybe thats why Honda discontinued it because it was too useful?

@matriximaster

6 жыл бұрын

I think more because it was never marketed. I had never even heard of them until recently!

@obfuscated3090

5 жыл бұрын

Key word, SEEN. I ride them instead and Ruckuses (Rucki?) are fun but slow and their performance is inferior to motorcycles of the same displacement. It's perfectly fine to like them and the little ones make good pit bikes, but Honda already offered many more superior bikes for any use. The Cub isn't the most successful motor vehicle in history by accident.

I own a ruckus and I would love a big ruckus.

Scouts BSA might like the sturdy centerstand.

Im going to replace my r with a s on my 50.Seriousy though part of the appeal is not needing to do anything but get a sticker and ride.In my state when you go over 50 you have to get your motorcycle license,tags and all that so it doesn't make sense to go 150 most people just get a motorcycle.

Selling my Harley to get a Honda Element, to start my own food business. Hoping later down the line to get a big Ruc. I had a Honda pcx150 it wasn’t a bad little thing but not comfy at all!..

Great video. That music though is reason enough to hit like. Correct me if I'm wrong but it's from Megaman or some Capcom game.

@MT-rl3dg

2 жыл бұрын

Ninja Gaiden!

I am 74 and have a Moto Guzzi Daytona 1000.. I am currently looking for one of these.. What fun and I do not need to go 160 mph… Looks utilitarian and would like to try cross country exploring..

My godfather has got 3 of these 2 of them he’s selling and the other one for keeps, I love the big ruckus considering he use to take me on rides on it when I was little and it was crazy fun! It’s probably one of my favorite motorcycles just because of that

@rosswebber9278

Жыл бұрын

Im looking for one . I live in Calgary alberta Where are you located

Wow, I have a 2022 49cc ruckus. I would have optioned for this easily had it been available.

Who would buy something with tons of space for cargo, a comfy seat, and Honda reliability?

@VehicleHunter

5 жыл бұрын

Apparently no one because they only for 3 years. ;)

@themadscientest

5 жыл бұрын

@@VehicleHunter People are dumb and buy Fords, so yeah.

@VehicleHunter

5 жыл бұрын

@@themadscientest Very true. :)

lol he said get a triumph its much cooler, guess he likes oil leaks and mechanical problems

@VehicleHunter

6 жыл бұрын

I guess I should have been more specific for you. Modern triumphs is what I mean. And those triumph's don't leak or or have mechanical problems. Ask me how i know.

@fryingsquirrel4433

6 жыл бұрын

www.triumphrat.net/air-cooled-twins-talk/718626-small-oil-leak-on-new-2016-t100.html have many friends with new triumphs and oil leaks within first 2000 miles all new bikes within last 4 years just saying

@VehicleHunter

6 жыл бұрын

Air cooled twins talk. lol. Well, the triumphs i've had ive put 78k and 56k without any problems on them. And no leaks. Modern triumphs are as reliable as Japanese bikes.

@johnnywishbone932

3 жыл бұрын

Skooled him!

@johnklumpp7901

Жыл бұрын

@@VehicleHunter Not so easy to 'transport' anything like a . . say, a Mac Pro 4.1 Late 2009 computer . . with a stock modern Triumph motorcycle. The Mac Pro 4.1 weighs 18kg, which is 2kg less than the stated limit on the Big Rukus rear. For my needs, any powered two wheeler (Motorcycle or Maxi Scooter) must fit my needs. My present long-time ride; a 2009 Suzuki Burgman Exec, can take a 30 can carton,and a 24 can carton, of soft drink (US- soda) under the seat. A common carry is fuel for my ride on mowers- 10lt plastic can on the Top Box base plate, and two, or three, 5lt plastic cans under the seat. I'm presently looking at the ZEV T 15000, which can be considered as being an ELECTRIC powered Big Ruckus clone. The Big Ruckus (and its clones) can be thought of as two-wheeled utility vehicles. Pizza delivery riders in congested localities may just love them.

I bought one to pump some oil leases with

Its a good bike if you want to ride on the highway.

Why is cargo limit less that a passenger would weigh ?

@yamkaw346

2 жыл бұрын

Seems like all bikes have a cargo limit right about that same weight, I’m guessing some sort of safety thing

Is it fully automatic?

Great video! The 1989 "Ninja Gaiden" music was a nice touch, too! LOL

@VehicleHunter

6 жыл бұрын

Glad someone recognized the soundtrack.

@davidboda1640

4 жыл бұрын

Same. Noticed it right away. Thumbs up

Not gonna lie today started the bike the same time the music started and I thought the music was the bike start noise

@KitWriter

3 жыл бұрын

Lol, Hot For Teacher?

The Big Ruckus is a touring scooter. Well, its a lot cheaper than a Honda Gold Wing. I see anchor points for different cargo attachments all over the "bike".

Its really a cool scooter.

If it had at least a 400 cc engine, then I could see $5000....but not for a 250 scooter...$3000 tops. Just thinking out loud.

@philipmango3940

6 жыл бұрын

Brian Koops .

Can you compare a speed triple to a big ruckus? This lad is not a small bike buyer. Owner. Utility, function are more important to me. The big Rukus has all that and more. Only improvement might be standard transmission. CVT’s longevity??

@VehicleHunter

3 жыл бұрын

I like many things that are functional instead of great looking. But I don't think the Big Ruckus is one of those. Maybe it's the slow Honda Reflex motor or just doesn't appeal to me. But I like scooters, just want the practicality and looks of scooters.

How much used do they sell fot

I heard ninja gaiden and this bike and I automatically like

I now have one and I am not ever getting rid of it

Serious what a bucket of bolts

No matter how better the other scooters are. I would buy this one if I have opportunity anyway.

I really like the Honda Big Ruckus, but not in Indonesia. and maybe if there is, I can't buy it. because it's expensive

1:19 200 kg 45 pounds lol...

sorry, i misunderstood you. you were correct.

Do I need an M1 license for this in California ?

@VehicleHunter

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah its considered a motorcycle.

I'd buy it..surprise VidVulture@KZread doesn't buy one.

Ninja Gaiden Music..... yeeeeeeeeeeees

cant get this here in germany

I would buy it.

The best

I want oneeeeeeee.

Dude thank you so much for the laugh, your transition to reality at 3:15 was so funny and true. All while you were speaking before that point I was think about how ugly and a waste of $ this would be for me. No offense to anyone who likes or owns this bike.

hold on .. a 2 seater scooter the rear seat turns into a cargo carring space but only up to 20.kg ... so does that mean the passenger has to weigh up to 20.kg aswell 🙈

@MrCODEmaster00

2 жыл бұрын

No lol, a backseat rider's feet are also on pegs, which help support their weight better. It's about weight distribution, not the seat.

I want to lower it and 500 swap it

I wanna buy it

Too expensive when compared to a low mileage used real motorcycle.

Why? Cuz it’s Honda!

Vehicle Hunter, I want a moped, and if my underpaid self, can get one, I kind of have my mind in the direction of Kawasaki Super Sherpa, have you ever ridden one? I am my frontal lobe is still fornicating over the freedom of a C3. all I do is walk and my heart wanders.

@tomthomas334

6 жыл бұрын

SORRY, I mean, to go along with the scooter and later on as at as the Super Serpa, at my meager wage every penny counts. You kind of have me sold on that C3, the only other moped I have ridden is a Honda spree like 20 years ago, and a week ago a KYCMO Accent 50 cc I think the C3 would dominate it, even though it looks sleek and fast with its wind piecing aerodynamic aesthetical non Japanese bliss. jk lol well no.

@VehicleHunter

6 жыл бұрын

I did ride the super sherpa! Cool little bike that is easy to ride and for shorter rides is great. I'd love to try and get one of these to review. Or if you get one, let me do a video on it ;). I also had a KE100 if you know what those are.

@tomthomas334

6 жыл бұрын

Its on my list, 10 dollars an hour and breathing industrial dust takes its toll ! lol I really like your vids brother. I think I will get the C3, I found one or 1300 but its far away for a guy with no wheels.

@martind349

5 жыл бұрын

Tom Thomas Stop breathing industrial dust. Put something over your face.

20 kilograms is 44lbs not 25

0:48 If the handle bar flapped any faster, it would fly off :D

We are not playing Tetris. Please remove the background music.

@VehicleHunter

6 жыл бұрын

It's Ninja Gaiden bra

@dynamicjaethought7788

5 жыл бұрын

Lego Junkie Ninja Gaiden.

Could you have picked a more annoying background music perhaps?

One thing that annoys the crap outta me it’s the speedometer. They mark it up to 100mph but the soccer barely make it to 55-60 and that is with a lighter person. Maybe they use that dial in faster bikes but come on!

อยากได้สักคัน^_^

I'm downvoting this vid for the music alone. What the hell, man. What were you thinking.

@VehicleHunter

6 жыл бұрын

The music is nice. Love it, will use more of it in the future.

@holyshit2709

6 жыл бұрын

Vehicle Hunter lol nice

Here's why someone would buy it... It's a scooter that doesnt look like an scooter because scooters are hideous! (Except for the ruckus and old scooters)

I had a ruckus when I was a highschool monster. I always wanted a big ruckus, ended up with a Z1000 instead 🤷‍♂️

This thing just did not sell, really not much of a niche for it. I agreed the regular Ruckus is much cooler, more of an urban industrial looking scoot, and I do not like the styling of all the "girlie" Italian scoots. Glad to see Honda realized their mistake and killed it.

@VehicleHunter

6 жыл бұрын

It's starting to get a following. But i can't understand it myself. It's for people who want a rare bike i think.

But honestly as a grown man I’d recommend anyone looking at a bigger bore scooter to just get a smaller motorcycle, like a tw200 or the like. You’ll get better suited wheels and tires as well as better suspension and overall geometry. It’s honestly so much more stable. After years of not riding a scooter but 10 years on large displacement motorcycles and then riding a friends baby ruckus honestly it was sketchy

It’s soo ugly

Need a voltage regulator for my Honda Big Rukus PS250,part number 31600-kTB-771