Review – Key Features – Features & Benefits – Specifications
2024 Honda Ruckus: RUCK AND ROLL!
Introducing the 2024 Honda Ruckus…
While a diminutive stature is one of the most noticeable attributes of Honda’s Ruckus, discounting it on those grounds would be a mistake. After all, this character-rich model has launched an entire subculture of scooter customization and group rides. Its exposed frame, dual round headlights, affordable price and ease of use make it a great option for unique around-town transportation, with some owners content to leave it in stock form, while others opt to personalize it to their desired look and application. Either way, the Ruckus is guaranteed to turn heads wherever it goes.
The Honda Ruckus doesn’t look like anything else on two wheels because it’s not like anything else on two wheels. A mashup between a scooter, a skateboard, and mini motorcycle, it’s the perfect example of riding your own ride. Plus, it’s a legendary platform for customizing. Tough, minimal, proven, it’s a great way to get around. Because it’s so small and light, it’s a joy to ride in congested urban settings or on places like a college campus. And once you get to where you’re going, its small size lets you park it just about anywhere. The dependable liquid-cooled engine offers awesome fuel efficiency, and with plenty of underseat storage it’s practical too. Two stealthy color choices this year keep it fresh. Once you’ve landed on planet Ruckus, there’s no going back!
2024 Honda Ruckus Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
Base Features
- 49cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine
- Automatic transmission
- Low 28.8-inch seat height
- Rugged, minimal-bodywork style
- Electric starter
Liquid-cooled Engine
The Ruckus has a liquid-cooled engine that offers exactly what you’d expect from a Honda: power, reliability and great fuel efficiency.
Automatic Transmission
One-speed automatic transmission means no shifting ever—not even into park or neutral.
A Style All Its Own
What you see is what you get. With its minimal bodywork and rugged overall style, nothing on two wheels (or four) looks like a Ruckus.
Electric Start
Turn the key, press the button and go. Getting started on the Ruckus is that simple. An electric choke makes getting started in cold weather a snap, too.
2024 Honda Ruckus Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits
ENGINE / DRIVETRAIN
Lightweight 49cc four-stroke OHC liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine provides ample power for in-town riding.
Fuel-sipping constant-velocity (CV) carburetor with automatic choke.
Electric starter system allows easy push-button starting.
Maintenance-free ignition system.
Electronic Control Unit (ECU) provides control for ignition timing, alternator regulator, ACG starter, electric fuel pump and automatic choke.
Ultra-quiet exhaust system.
Automatic Honda V-Matic belt-drive transmission provides spirited acceleration and smooth operation.
CHASSIS / SUSPENSION
Two-piece, die-cast aluminum front frame with steel upper-rear frame.
Twin-down tube fork provides 2.2 inches of plush travel for a well-controlled ride.
Single-side aluminum swingarm with single-shock rear suspension has 2.6 inches of travel for a compliant, comfortable ride.
Front and rear drum brakes offer predictable stopping.
Well-padded seat boasts a low, 29.0-inch seat height for added confidence at stops.
Instrumentation includes analog speedometer, odometer and indicator lights for fuel, coolant temperature and low/high beams. Fuel-indicator light comes on with 0.3 gallon remaining.
Maintenance-free battery.
Easy-to-use parking brake.
Helmet holder locks helmet into place under seat.
Transferable one-year, unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a HondaCare® Protection Plan.
Meets current EPA and CARB standards
PERFORMANCE
LIQUID-COOLED ENGINE
The Ruckus has a liquid-cooled engine that offers exactly what you’d expect from a Honda: power, reliability and great fuel efficiency.
DRIVETRAIN
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
One-speed automatic transmission means no shifting ever—not even into park or neutral.
FAT TIRES
The Ruckus is built to be rugged, and its fat tires play a big part. They can handle bad pavement, help give you a smoother ride, and just plain look right on a bike like this too.
STYLE
A STYLE ALL ITS OWN
What you see is what you get. With its minimal bodywork and rugged overall style, nothing on two wheels (or four) looks like a Ruckus.
DUAL HEADLIGHTS
Sure, the dual headlights on the Ruckus look cool, but they also provide plenty of illumination and conspicuity when you’re out on the street. And like the rest of the Ruckus, they’re not hidden by any bodywork or plastic.
CONVENIENCE
ELECTRIC START
Turn the key, press the button and go. Getting started on the Ruckus is that simple. An electric choke makes getting started in cold weather a snap, too.
UNDERSEAT STORAGE
One of the big design elements on the Ruckus is its generous underseat storage area. Skateboard? Backpack? Gym bag? Go ahead—take it with you when you Ruck out.
2024 Honda Ruckus – Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $2,899 USD
Canada MSRP Price: $4,290 Dealer CDN
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £ NA GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)
| ENGINE | |
| Type | 49.4cc liquid-cooled, 3º single-cylinder four-stroke |
| Valve Train | OHC 2-valve |
| Bore x Stroke | 37.8mm x 44.0mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.9:1 |
| Induction | 18mm CV carburetor w/ automatic choke |
| Ignition | DC-CDI |
| Starter | Electric & kick |
| Transmission | Automatic V-matic |
| Clutch | Automatic centrifugal |
| Final Drive | Belt |
| SUSPENSION | |
| Front | Telescopic fork; 1.9 in. travel |
| Rear | Single shock; 2.6 in. travel |
| BRAKES | |
| Front | Mechanical 95mm drum |
| Rear | Mechanical 95mm drum |
| TIRES | |
| Front | 120/90-10 |
| Rear | 130/90-10 |
| MEASUREMENTS | |
| Rake (Caster Angle) | 26.5º |
| Trail | 75mm (3.0 in.) |
| Length | 73.2 in. |
| Width | 28.9 in. |
| Height | 40.4 in. |
| Seat Height | 28.9 in. |
| Ground Clearance | 5.7 in. |
| Wheelbase | 49.8 in. |
| Fuel Capacity | 1.3 gal. |
| Curb Weight* | 194 lbs. |
| OTHER | |
| Colors | Black; Beige |
*Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel—ready to ride
Meets current EPA standards
Specifications subject to change
2024 Honda Ruckus – Totalmotorcycle.com Canada Specifications/Technical Details
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke
Displacement
49.4 cc
Bore & Stroke
37.8 mm x 44 mm
Compression Ratio
11.9:1
Valve Train
SOHC, two valves
Fuel Delivery
18 mm CV carburetor with auto choke
Transmission
Honda Automatic V-Matic
Final Drive
Belt
Chassis & Suspension
Front Suspension
Twin downtube fork; 55 mm (2.2 in.) travel
Rear Suspension
Single shock; 65 mm (2.6 in.) travel
Additional Information
Tires
Front: 120/90-10
Rear: 130/90-10
Brakes
Front: drum
Rear: drum
Seat Height
735 mm (28.9 in.)
Wheelbase
1,265 mm (49.8 in.)
Curb Weight
88 kg (194 lb.) including required fluids and full tank of gas—ready to ride
Fuel Capacity
5 litres
Colour
Black, Beige
Warranty
12 months, unlimited mileage, freely transferable warranty; extended coverage available with Honda Plus
2024 Honda Ruckus – Totalmotorcycle.com Europe Specifications/Technical Details
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