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Honda Ruckus - 2017 Specifications and Reviews
The Honda Ruckus is a stylish automatic scooter designed for casual urban commuters seeking simplicity and fun. Its lightweight frame, compact dimensions, and low seat height make it accessible to riders of all experience levels. Known for its retro aesthetic appeal and reliable 50cc performance, the Ruckus excels as an economical city runabout.
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Greenhouse gases | 47.8 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Fuel consumption | 2.06 litres/100 km (48.5 km/l or 114.18 mpg) |
| Driveline | Automatic V-Matic belt drive |
| Transmission type,final drive | Belt |
| Gearbox | Automatic |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Ignition | CD |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. 18mm CV with automatic choke |
| Bore x Stroke | 37.8 x 44.0 mm (1.5 x 1.7 inches) |
| Compression | 11.9:1 |
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 49.00 ccm (2.99 cubic inches) |
| Category | Scooter |
| Year | 2017 |
| Model | Honda Ruckus |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear tyre | 130/90-10 |
| Front tyre | 120/90-10 |
| Rear wheel travel | 66 mm (2.6 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Single shock |
| Front wheel travel | 56 mm (2.2 inches) |
| Front Suspension | Twin-downtube fork |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 4.92 litres (1.30 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,265 mm (49.8 inches) |
| Seat height | 734 mm (28.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 88.0 kg (194.0 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Comments | Model ID: NPS50 |
| Factory warranty | One year |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | White/Red, Black |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
Best For
Track5%
City90%
Cornering40%
Daily Riding75%
Touring8%
Passenger15%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Ideal for beginners or anyone wanting a simple, low-stakes machine to learn basic two-wheeled control. |
| Purpose | Built for short, casual urban and neighborhood errands rather than any kind of serious performance riding. |
| Rider Fit | Its tiny 88 kg wet weight and low 734 mm seat height make it extremely easy to handle for riders of almost any size or strength. |
| Character | A quirky, fun, low-powered fun-scooter with fat tires and a laid-back cruiser-like stance that prioritizes charm and simplicity over speed. |
| Not Ideal For | Not suitable for highway travel, long-distance touring, carrying a passenger any real distance, or anyone needing quick acceleration. |
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