Positioned in Honda's scooter motorcycle lineup, the 2008 Honda Ruckus features a 49 cc (3 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration.
On the scales, the Ruckus measures 88 kg (194 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 734 mm (28.9 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,265 mm (49.8 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 4.92-liter (1.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 21 indexed model years from 2004 to 2025, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
734 mm (28.9 in)
Engine
Displacement49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Fuel SystemCarburettor. 15mm CV carburetor with automatic choke
IgnitionCD
CoolingLiquid
Chassis
Front SuspensionTwin-downtube fork
Front Travel56 mm (2.2 inches)
Rear SuspensionSingle-shock
Rear Travel66 mm (2.6 inches)
Wheelbase1265 mm (49.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/90-10
Rear Tyre130/90-10
Front BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight88.0 kg (194.0 pounds)
Seat Height734 mm (28.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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