2017 Honda Ruckus vs. 2017 Yamaha Zuma 50 - Adventure Scooters in the Sierra! | ON TWO WHEELS

[@kellymeier579]

Proof that as long as two wheels are involved there's fun to be had.

[@AriH211]

Truth!

[@davedoe4932]

Cannot thumbs up this comment enough.

[@thetinysideoftiny7625]

A few years back I rode a bone stock 50cc Ruckus 7,330 miles across the US and Mexico. Solo. It took me three months and was the adventure of a lifetime. I camped most of the way. The Ruckus was bomb-proof. I started in Pennsylvania and rode into Mexico...then from Mexico to California. The goal was a 10,000 mile heart shaped route spanning Canada, US, and Mexico. I got hit by an RV in California and broke my arm...then proceeded to ride for 3 more days with the broken bone. In the end, the pain was so intense I rode myself to an ER and the x-ray confirmed the Journey was over. Was it worth the broken arm? HELL YES.

[@zamdrang]

Very cool! I can't imagine a cooler two wheeled adventure. Bummer about the accident

[@Blackevilmisanthrope]

I can vouch for the 49cc Ruckus. Did a 5,700 mile trip through the northeast USA and Canada. Most nights just bounced down a logging road to camp. The look on people’s faces when they saw a Missouri license plate on a scooter in Quebec City. Great machine.

[@zamdrang]

Very cool!

[@iamandreja]

I want to be your friend :D I also do scooter adv/touring but my biggest one was 2500km (for now!)

[@kasper5688]

"Glad here's no one to see us doing this" *proceeds to put it on the internet*

[@wojobojo8020]

😂

[@MrIqbalRmd]

😂👍

[@RegulareoldNorseBoy]

You don't have to meet the eyes ;-)

[@ChoLovingVampire]

He's obviously faking it. These scooters are not underpowered like that. Unless the camera angle was made to make it look not that bad there is no way it would not be able to take them up that hill. I've rode mine up VERY steep hills and yes it will go slower but it will go.

[@Adenzel]

@@ChoLovingVampire They're at high altitude though, also from experience my Zuma didn't climb hills as well as it did when it had a bunch of k's on it and the clutch had bedded in right.

[@leileijoker8465]

This is like the old top gear specials on two wheels! Awesome!

[@wyzzardfamily]

Leilu Dai just told a friend of mine that yesterday!

[@BikeFlips]

Yes, but these two guys aren't dickheads!

[@Atharun18999]

The Vietnam special is my favorite Top gear special. Clarkson on the Vespa was hillarious

[@vertuhi1605]

Because of you two I also bought a Honda Ruckus. And made last year a mega awesome, 2000 km long trip through the Alps.

[@andrewlampman8509]

On Two Wheels is my favorite series on youtube. It is essentially 'Top Gear' for Motocycles, and I wish the episodes were longer and more frequent!

[@AriH211]

Thanks Andrew. Appreciate the compliment. We're making episodes as fast as we can!

[@siemens198195]

I always get so happy when I see 'On Two Weels' in my notifications

[@austinmiranda8028]

This is about to be the best 17 minutes of my day!

[@damasovi_travels1244]

I will second this!!

[@mr7wi]

Came here to say ^this^! Leaving satisfied.

[@chadhelvey7827]

Yeah, this was awesome. Makes me want to take an adventure like this.

[@kanishka.b8550]

Agreed bro😂😍

[@cmott8809]

I have a Yamaha Booster 50cc from 1999 in italy with 20k miles on it, and its still working in good condition, every time i visit i pick it up from my brothers garage and i have allots of fun riding that little monster! But the old school isn’t limited with speed like these 2, it can reach a top speed of 50 mph full power with no mods, and i get a 90miles per tank (1.5 gals)... great video it brings memories back!

[@bikegunexpert6010]

is ita jog?i had a yamaha jog in the late 90's and that scooter was seriously fast for a 50cc

[@SirMo]

I rode a little 50cc Peugeot scooter for a summer in Switzerland back in the 90s, often times even having a girlfriend on it. It was such a blast! Scooters and scooter culture in Europe is awesome. In the US you only really see scooters in like small beach towns. I wish they were more common, but American big roads and other vehicles make them kind of dangerous. In Europe riding a scooter in European towns and cities is often times the best form of transportation. Or at least it used to be.

[@shadelz3305]

So, basically they went to the garage to put some tape on their headlights. Cool. XD

[@nategladdbach]

Shadelz Don’t forget about the tape on the air box

[@samualiam9981]

There really isn't much you can mod on either of these...

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Ari gained significant power to weight ratio. Tape is lighter than plastic lid.

[@awsombuttfacemonkey]

Samual Iam No there is so much mods for these bikes the zuma has so much engine mods since its actually usedx for racing in south east asia. the honda usually gets a gy6 enginemod to bring it from 50cc to 180cc. they are great bikes for mods

[@fatcatscooter2584]

LOL, you must not know some of these Rucks club guys. Here in Phoenix they have put nitro kits on them, cut them and added a few feet, extra fuel tanks and on and on. One of them can do almost 100mph. Ruckus was made to Mod. :-)

[@HerrDeacon]

50cc X 2, stoppies, backing it in, water crossings, downed trees...what's not to love. Great video guys, one of my favs for sure.

[@townsend7]

I've got a 2008 Zuma (2 stroke!). Don't ride it often but when I do it's a blast. Also broke my collarbone horsing around on it. Good memories, cool xrays.

[@DaytonaRider1]

You guys were riding in my backyard. I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve been on the same trails you were on. Good for you taking them on, on scooters.

[@GIGABACHI]

Love the BatMan voice INTRO . . . ROTFLMAO. After having watched the whole thing: GIVE US MOAR OF THIS ! The Kei truck was a cool touch too ! You guys are CRAZY, 50cc ? ! WTH is wrong with you guys ? LMAO. At least spring for the Zuma 125 next time. EFI is KING, death to the Carbonator ! LOL Kudos to the guy giving you a TOW.

[@T0BBi94]

I thought I came to the wrong channel at first.. :)

[@GIGABACHI]

Yah, it was a term I heard from a fellow student('Tater, cool guy) during my stay at MMI Orlando and since then it stuck to me, fun times . . . fun times.

[@DARTwillRULErraawwrr]

I had a Kymco Super 8 150 that i bought brand new in 2012. I loved that scooter. I eventually removed the side stand and moved the battery into the under seat compartment. Even with the tires from the factory it was a beast in the mud and dirt. It was so light that I could just pick it up over trees or rocks and with the battery moved it had plenty of ground clearance. It was even better than my DRZ400s and much more fun. Scooters are the way to go if you never want to go over 55 mph.

[@Majesenmoto]

What a torture hahaha great video and trip guys!

[@Abdal-RahmanI]

Vamos Majeeees

[@steverolfeca]

This brought back some great memories- I rocked a Yamaha C3 for a couple of years. I’m 6’ 3”, 240lb, which made it even more sketchy, but it turned out to be a great day tripper. Stay off major roads, and you can have a blast. Slowly...

[@The77Game]

I would love to see them do that on 150-250cc scooters. It would be kinda interesting to see how much that would change. I have a 220cc PGO and that challenge actually looks like fun.

[@Anakwad]

It would be cool to see them on a pair of TW 200s, super fun little bike.

[@HooDRidEWhiteY]

Tw200 is on my bucket list of bikes

[@mohammadnoor8429]

I know I'm replying to am old as hell comment but same. Or put one on a van van and the other on a tw

[@MarkHicks326]

@Michael Mckenna Rich, much?

[@fredrikhogberg592]

I could watch this every day of the week! Me and a friend did a 2000mi trip on honda groms in Norway. Best trip ever!

[@codylerash3575]

This show deserves an academy awards based on this episode alone. You guys deserve millions upon millions of views.

[@anusman005]

Honda grom+gravel tires( maybe little suspensionupgrade, skidplate and a smaller gearratio)= maybe even more fun? you basically have miniadventure/pitbikes then

[@anusman005]

You are already my hero

[@devinnice2409]

or just get a trail 125….?

[@abbaby555]

I've never seen anyone take a 50cc scooter thru the eastern sierra's on purpose. I'm really surprised they can even start at that altitude

[@612minigun]

Both have efi

[@abbaby555]

BlooJay really? Cool I never knew they were equipped like that with such small displacement motors. Thanks for the info

[@612minigun]

They do it for the efficiency. Not sure about the Ruckus but the Zuma gets 125 mpg

[@abbaby555]

+aluisious I love that saying, makes me want to take an adventure! thanks for the inspiration

[@jonathandyer9643]

BlooJay 8:33

[@dionysusb.8880]

This is the best channel on KZbin, like Top Gear for bikes and 2 goons with an on camera chemistry that almost never happens, These two had better not lose funding again,

[@8lack8bird]

I am curious what the camera guy rides

[@Dowent]

Probably a 4WD

[@guiltygearcore]

15:53 or maybe the 4wd mini cab hehe.

[@TriumphAventura]

he is just rollerblading

[@zcadventures2785]

Bmx bike

[@danielwagner630]

He actually just runs besides them.

[@vonxazi]

This is nothing. In '86 I rode a Honda Spree from S.L.C., Utah to Paradise, CA... on the highway! Saw only one cop the entire distance. He stopped me, said I was nutz and let me continue. The cop took a photo for me. If I could post it here I would as proof. I sold the Spree and got a Honda MB 5 which I drove, also on hwy, from Paradise down to Ensenada, Baja, Mexico. 33 years later I'm now on another Honda. A Shadow Sabre 1100! Lots quicker! ;)

[@joelcastellanos7224]

That's awsome. Laughed out loud when I read this!

[@mellonman9299]

Epic

[@JerryJonathan]

Awesome

[@IosuamacaMhadaidh]

Nice!

[@vonxazi]

@Jose Romo-Puerta It went faster down hill thru the Feather River Valley. :)

[@trapskilla]

Bruh this makes me so happy. Me & my boys all have rucks and we off road like this all the time. Some of the most fun u can have on 2 wheels is on a ruckus.

[@Desertfox92308]

This video brought back cool memories from the 70's! We had Honda Trail 90's and 70's and rode around the Sierra's as well.

[@mattdomenic4814]

One of the most perfect machines ever built! Been riding for 50 years had Harley’s, motocross bikes, Rupp mini bikes, you name it. This bike is fun easy to ride hop on and go when you get where you’re going be ready for people to ask questions about it. My 2011 has 6000 miles on it with zero problems.

[@Jecklen16]

This is one of the best episodes yet, great series made by a great cast!

[@festol1]

U guys are great! Best two rider journalists, great video-editing crew always cool landscapes and places and above all: great rider spirit! None bike needs to be new, best of the class, 'edgy', laser-led-gps-auto-electric everything to have fun with it. I watch every series, garage, releases, everyday commute, adventures/trip and folding knife ;). Keep the great job.

[@insideout2600]

Well said

[@moneeb343]

That intro. Oh man. I love you guys so much, so so much. Never change.

[@AriH211]

Haha, thanks MN. Love you too.

[@toadranger50]

Now that was a fun video ! I’ll be hopping on my Zuma and heading into town in a few minutes, I can’t ride any of my full size bikes yet because of recent shoulder surgery but riding this just makes me happy 😆

[@perjalananmasihjauh]

You guys made me miss my 2008 zuma. I would have made it to Nevada if it weren't for my county popo's (West Lafayette). I used the zuma all year round, even in the icy or 6inch snow roads. The best scoot I had forever, period

[@snorlaxsnorlaximus3118]

i really loved last years vide o with scramblers but i fell totally in love with this one

[@kasper5688]

Looks like my normal 50cc fuckarounds on a new level.

[@Mojo545]

One of the best Motorcyclist video's ever. Great guys! Thanks for making this

[@BakedAndAwakePodcast]

As a long time Dirt Pedder and Scooter Knobby Tire Fitter, I can confirm that you discovered the hidden awesome that is "Underbiking". I know i'm late to this party with my comments but maybe you can take some satisfaction in knowing this little video is just as watchable today as when it was first published! Shiny side up, Boys!

[@joecongrain7477]

Watched twice ...and still enjoying it...you guys are great

[@werepat]

Oh man, I was super excited for the garage sequence. I was sure you were gonna do like, at least some tire or suspension upgrades, but all you did, really, was "eyelids." Maybe next video could be "Making 50cc Scooters a Little Better for Offroading!" I'm mean, they obviously could use skid plates and longer suspension!

[@samknight3045]

I'll second this even though the eyelids were hilarious. Some actual low budget mods to the engine to make a little more power would have been cool to see in action, and would still probably come in at less than a single Givi side case. A 50cc engine can usually be wound up a bit pretty easily. I'm assuming an exhaust and proper jetting or even a full intake swap on the ruckus would be pretty simple.

[@ruckinehround6965]

We have both of these scooters and will be doing some adventures in 2021. Can’t wait. Great little bikes.

[@redwoodcoastcalif]

The 1960s Honda Trail bikes were 55, 90 and 120 CC with super low gearing and light weight. Far more fun anything available now.

[@jamesconner3437]

I would second that. The gearing made so much difference. I honestly can't understand how CVTs can climb hills at all. These two little scoots are rockstars.

[@iyourelder8590]

This looks like so much fun! I think it's really cool to be riding little scooters and dirt bikes on trails.

[@kiggaxwut]

One of my favorite videos from you guys. Had a grin on my face the whole time. Keep 'em coming!

[@hoagiesherlin7732]

Omg ari got the scooter clap hope that wasn't broke back mountain you guy's were on 😂😂😂😂that was the best 17:11 of my week thanks guys

[@tysoncott7402]

another excellent vid fellas!!! i appreciate you making these for us

[@markjar]

Honestly one of the best series and channels on youtube! Keep doing what you do!

[@SquidWithGear]

I don't remember asking for this in the survey but I am extremely thankful that it exists

[@kazuakiisse9781]

This is one of the best video of Motorcycle KZbins.

[@pyrodoll2422]

That looked an absolute ball. Well done guys, loved every minute.

[@a_turtle_named_betsy]

This is by far my favorite KZbin show, please keep it up

[@ComandanteJ]

You guys had so much fun it's not even fair!

[@TheRamsberg]

Why yes, you can back a Zuma in. Excellent episode, such a delight.

[@Brawleyite]

My sister and I have been riding our Ruks off-road on mammoth rides in the southern Sierras for the last ten years. The big problem is that the carburetors and the motor in general is so low to the ground that you have to constantly have to make sure to clean out the carburetor and anything else that gets dusty after every ride...otherwise your Ruk won't start. They are also terrible in sand and mud because of the fat tires. Having said that, they do perform well enough for us and we have done some incredible riding on them off-road both in the Sierras and the desert!

[@editoalvarez]

Cool episode. Thanks for so many of them, kudos guys!

[@MalcolmCir]

That's the coolest, most appropriate little JDM support/transport truck at the end of the video. It looks like it's got good ground clearance, too...

[@TrNdke]

Nice to see Ari finally gets scooters. 😂 It's all about smiles per gallon!

[@iancarrese1231]

This is the best KZbin motorcycle channel by far, imho.

[@wallymurray620]

Another video that brings a great big smile to my face. Super job guys.

[@minimayor]

The Ruckus is very cool. I wish it had more power.

[@Bladsmith]

They make 150 and 250 versions too.

[@minimayor]

Bladsmith oh really? I have never seen those on sale. I’ll have to look them up.

[@homelessmuffins]

the 150cc are GY6 swaps, unless your talking about knock off Rucks

[@astroblemeRC]

I think they make a 250cc called a Big Ruckus ^^ would love to get one for fun someday!

[@rc2634]

Bladsmith you sure?!😎

[@luisronaldofigo]

Awesome production glad they let you guys roam free creatively

[@SpurgeonDunbar]

This is the best video you two knuckleheads have done yet. Keep it up.

[@Brickxbronson]

AND they have a Honda Acty to haul the scooters home in? Damn, now I'm really jealous!

[@Frenchcrop]

It looks like a wicked ride. Glad to see you have a laugh and show how to do it simply and fun.

[@russellcollins7148]

That was a damn fun episode. Lifting the scoots over the first log but getting defeated by the second log, so much unexpected drama :P

[@daveg4495]

Smiles per mile, that's what it's about.

[@EverythingisFire]

Loved this! Makes me want to re-watch your Grom/Z125 video again too.

[@tdidier9876]

What an awesome idea, By far one of my favorite videos from this channel!

[@kylestewart8049]

“Endure clap is what Leah got!”. 😂🤣 AWEsOME. trek! you two guys are the best thing on youtube. these epic mini bike adventures are Funny as hell and i keep being really surprised at their capabilities and your thresholds for pain. lol. good stuff.

[@leebrewer7394]

Gluten for punishment is more like items, funny though.

[@Larpy1933]

This is really well done. Thanks for all the great videography and creative thinking. You consistently do well capturing the spirit of motorcycling. (Yes, I laughed out loud many times!)

[@johnskarvelis6936]

the best 17 minutes of my day GREAT video guys!!!

[@Danak0325]

Up next: Scooter Dakar Rally. ..... Obviously this is ridiculous and unpractical but I fully support challenging the status quo. Anyone can get out there, even on scooter. Inspiring

[@michaeldavies1919]

This was absolutely awesome, incredible, really loved it. Thanks guys!

[@damienfz74]

That tow was the coolest thing.

[@604Bluelight]

Huge props. I'll make sure to wave to a scooter guy or two from now on.

[@NyuuMikuru1]

604Bluelight Got a ruckus myself last month, get waved a lot.

[@jeffkatzer]

Oh boys, that was one of the best episodes ever!

[@Thelby1]

You guys should do a review on the Yamaha TW200. It really a cool little bike!

[@ChadWorthman]

Vs the Van Van

[@motardmike6383]

This video is everything I could have ever hoped for. Is that Ari doing the intro voiceover? Bandolier of granola bars. Gosh. Almost as good as Gromkhana.

[@kpccha1992]

Awsome video. From bald mountain to dinkey creek. Then to China peak. That a crazy long loop. Bald mountain watch tower is alway a plus.

[@zawadkhandurrani7393]

used to do all my adv riding on my ybr125 with some touring mods, after that i got a middle weight adv machine and while it was alot of fun i miss touring on my ybr, it seriously lacked power but the suspension and weight really made it fun off road.

[@hakosama]

My wife and daughter have Ruckusess (LOL) and I would argue you can't take them anywhere an ATV will go, unless you drag it with an ATV, but it is quite nimble. BTW, I love your mini truck that you hauled them in!

[@iamwhite4314]

i enjoyed every second in this video . thnx guys .

[@ignebulus]

Yes! Growing up I had a Honda Hobbit that I road ruthlessly off-road. This reminds me so much of those times, thank you! I would've peddled up Bald...or tried!

[@aussierheinhardt4390]

Adventure riding doesnt mean an expensive 1000cc models, heavy gears and burnt in a pocket trip. Nowadays anyone can do adventure riding with ride small cc motorcycles, ride light with minimal gears and ride smart with budget in mind. You just need to put your heart and mind into it, knowing it will be a ride of your lifetime. HELL YEAH! Loves Hayliee (Australia)😘😘😘👍👍👍 P.s: If these guys can do it with fun, So can you!

[@endasthenrik516]

OMG love these guys! And the quality was epic! Only channel that can compete with 44Teeth!!!

[@johnalioto]

Uhhhhhhhhh, I googled Zuma vs Rucker as I'm trying to figure out which scooter to get and the search brought me to this video...............Still have no idea which scooter to get but I was highly entertained for 10 minutes. LOL

[@chillfaker]

I love you guys as much as i loved top gear for cars as a kid...just keep at it

[@Supermofools]

This was genius

[@dinogaskell4173]

And yet another great video. Awesome!

[@gooondie]

All those Africa Twins at the summit! 😍

[@goslowgolongrr7654]

Always fun to watch your video's! You two are so full of life! Keep up the good work

[@cyborg6008]

That intro was Awesome!!!

[@TheMrfreedomrequired]

I've had a ruckus for 10 years.......love it.....still going strong 15000 miles on it and I've only changed oil, spark plug, and coolant......and maybe 3 tanks of gas 😁

[@jake3736]

Have had my Zuma for 6 or so years and already have 17,000 miles

[@robfninh]

Small bikes are the most fun. I started on an S90 to a CBR to Pacific Coast to Enfield and now I am back to a PCX 150 Honda. It`s the best of all.

[@zuhailishufller8046]

Well in South-east Asian countries we used moped as adventure bike. But most of our moped are 100cc to 150cc. Even on long trip our moped just go on without any trouble. Just small fuel tank but we overcome it by carrying extra fuel in 4 litre bottle or 10 litre Jerry can. Our moped are diffrent than American moped because most of our moped used semi-automatic transmission where we don't have to engage the clutch to shift gears. Some moped in our countries has manual clutch shifting. Some of of them had used moped to cross continents to show how reliable our mopeds for long distance adventure.

[@Dan-qp1el]

"Ruckus on the mountain" coming to a theater near you. Cracks me up, so fun.

[@OntarioAndrews415]

I'm glad you didn't put the engine sizes in this video title. I was expecting to see you on a Honda ADV-X or something. But when I saw those to scooters I had to laugh. LOL :)

[@MegaDad]

Still the best vids of On Two Wheels

[@evodingo3375]

Back when the ruck was in style I got one. First thing I did was exhaust. Then I got greedy and did the air mod. Fukd it all up lol. Had to learn the hard way you can’t mess with the carb like that. You’ll have to rejet it and mess with the needle. I see y’all learned the hard way as I did. LOL