We Rescued a Seized Honda Ruckus Moped from the Woods, Will it Run & Ride Again?

The Honda Ruckus is one of the most popular 50cc mopeds here in the United States. It is more expensive than a lot of the Chinese models, but it's a Honda! In our years of working on mini bikes, motorcycles, and ATVs, Hondas are the hardest to kill- so when we were given this seized Honda Ruckus, we knew there was a good chance that we could get the 50cc 4 stroke liquid cooled engine running again.
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[@WetheDee]

Incredibly impressed that you did all that without removing that massive twig through the bars 😂😂 Legends

[@omarboone1220]

Yes, that was really bothering me😄

[@Avichayil]

at 1st i thought they put it there to go with the theme then realised it had been there the whole time :D ocd fans loosing there minds right now :D

[@TheAwmartin]

That was driving me crazy. I hated it.

[@mrklndsy]

I am very happy to see this comment towards the top. I watched them go out of their way like 6 times to NOT pull it off. That would have been my first step upon viewing the bike the first time.

[@Wesley-ABQ]

Lol that was kind bugging me too... Isaac finally tossed it 👍

[@nap8187]

6:17 Nah, the stock motor is called the GET50, the GY6 is the common china motor that people put on these.

[@Buck1954]

"Kids don't do this". This is a job for mature men. Never thought of grinding down a shim. This 67 year young man thanks you.

[@joshuamagatelli3408]

Should use a sharpening stone, not a bench grinder hahaha

[@sandys9791]

I did this to the lifter buckets in a suzuki vitara. 16 valves. Couldnt buy the buckets to do it properly. Still going strong.

[@charlesfritz2540]

Okay guys love your content. Charles is a great addition to your Channel. Don't ever get rid of him he brings humor to your Channel. Overall impressed with him

[@theoriginalmilenko]

ya dont say...

[@jakemandery]

Right funny guy right there

[@MaNNeRz91]

And..... he reminds me of my favourite stoned ghost detective from back in the day 👀 👌

[@Bikelife22023]

@@MaNNeRz91 😂😂

[@a1b1c184]

Charles is very entertaining. You three together have a real English Top Gear vibe going but with a Southern US twist.

[@CarsandCameras]

The Honda Ruckus is FUN!

[@Wolfpackracing8]

Oh yeah. Always great see you guys.

[@doncox2146]

Come on John, free keychain to the first person to comment... It will make the comments sky rocket. Your analytics will love it.

[@cavemanvi]

You guys should leave those twigs on it forever

[@hacxer8424]

Love to see moped content

[@shawnkiller90]

Example: 0.128 1 tenths, 2 hundredths, and 8 thousandths Read as "128 thousandths". I deal with this alot at my work as well. Glad your having fun with it! Looking forward to a 250 or 300cc swap(what alot of people do)

[@1981dasimpson]

50cc scooters tend to get on average 100mpg if not more the gy6 125cc are direct bolt ins

[@garageofscrap]

I had a 50cc 4 speed manual moped and it got me 120-130mpg and cruised at 40mph on most rides

[@joegti10]

issacs experience definitely showed in getting that engine started.

[@gqp3215]

Vernier caliper, lectrik. Micrometer is a different precision measuring tool. You guys rule.

[@scooterrehab6295]

Nice that's not a GY6 engine tho It's called a ( GET ) engine.

[@ericwilson2585]

Absolutely yes! The road trips of past were the awesomest of content, period...

[@JNC1973]

What a silly question !! Will it run and ride again? I don't even have to watch this video to be able to tell ya YES it will run and ride again if you guys got a hold of it lol. You could find a rusted out bike frame in the woods from 50 years ago and you'll make it run.😉👍

[@tkskagen]

I would absolutely love to find me an Early Model Year RUKUS to Modify as a Street Bike! There are SO MANY MODIFICATIONS available for these. If is wasn't so hard to do, I would install a V-Twin, and use it DAILY...

[@jeremyTallen1]

it sounded like a scooter out of the Jetsons when it first started

[@XZasCC]

Hi guys, just wanted to let you know how much you've helped me with my recent loss of my dad, we would work on motorcycles all through my childhood and get old rust buckets running again. Unfortunately the past few years of his life we couldn't do any of that and the passion eventually died out, but watching you guys and how much you all love what you do, really brought back a lot of great memories and I feel like it's reignited the passion for tinkering I once had. From the bottom of my heart I thank you for just being yourselves

[@kingcanada2588]

He guys nice!!! i used to daily that thing well not the exact one but one similar got 15k miles on it before i had to replace the carb

[@drakrazerclaw5146]

You should put a Nitrous Outlet powersports kit on it and see what the 50cc will do, a .011" fuel jet and a .012" nitrous jet will give you 6.5 horsepower at the crank with the carbureted wet kit's 6psi fuel pump.

[@nme1605]

If you don't swap in that pcx? Or whatever that big honda scoot you have with the bent front end, I'll be pretty sad.

[@Lucas12v]

The shims aren't wear items, the valves and seats are. The shims are changed to account for this wear. If you don't have an appropriate feeler gauge, soda cans are usually 3-5 thou thick and can be used in a pinch to get a rough idea. At least in the intake which will probably be around that clearance. The exhaust is probably around double that but it varies by engine. If the valves weren't closing, carbon probably built up on the seat. After adjusting the valves and running it, the carbon may wear off requiring adjustment again quickly.

[@draftwood]

You beat me to it Lucas. Valve and seat not shim.

[@lasskinn474]

Some theory is that they become wear items if you grind or sand 'em

[@a1b1c184]

"This is 15cc's of fury....." Man you gotta love Charles.

[@FarmerFpv]

I really enjoy these longer episodes. Appreciate yall. Hope yall are having a terrific memorial day!

[@jdmaccord423]

this is gonna be by far prob my fav build !!!!!!!

[@Tacosgalore24]

The valve cover has a pressure relief line that goes to the air box, so there can be oil vapor getting sent to that. Seen it before on a gy6

[@IosuamacaMhadaidh]

I like the content as usual, but this one is my cup of tea, I'm a scooter guy and love riding slow bikes fast! Past injuries leave me to riding step-through style bikes or mini bikes anyway so..... I'm a gy6 enthusiast, not an expert but lots of experience!

[@georgelee1906]

I was prez of the Vancouver Ruckus Club and we did a lot of upgrades . Bought new Ruckus in 2005 Installed taller final drive gears out of a Honda Metro , I had mine bored to 58cc with a new crank and Wisco piston , Posh cdi with a higher rev limit , larger intake with a larger keihin carb , A mix of three 6 gram rollers and three 5 gram rollers , custom exhaust . Cosmetics were drop bars and lowered custom seat . Would do 80 kph easy . Was a ton of fun met a lot of people , I miss the Ruckus scene :)

[@theanonymous3048]

Will be a good little thing for yall to scoot around on at swap meets

[@TheUncleRuckus]

Ah this brings back a ton of memories, I used to have a Ruckus just like that one, mine was a beast though, it easily cruised at 45mph. I'd say The clogged muffler is robbing you of a lot of power ATM. You definitely don't need a "hop up" engine!! Get a new muffler and rebuild the valve train and you'll have yourselves a badass cruiser easily capable of 40+ mph. 👍👍

[@deezematz]

Yea and they must not know that it is fuel injected with a computer. It’s not carbureted

[@deezematz]

I also had the competitor to this bike the Yamaha c3 which I liked a lot more then the rukus. Handled better but the rukus would take it on the flats but you hill I would kill the Honda. Plus they both got 130+ mpg.

[@mikesbarn1858]

I keep my used car oil for this kind of project. The engine needs to earn new oil. Once warmed up I drain and fill with good oil.

[@joshe465]

Have y’all thought about turning the old garage into a bar/tavern? That would be dope

[@tylerwood8070]

They enjoy working on small engines not cooking food an serving beer lol

[@trevawhitmoyer682]

I think you might be on to something…I hear John’s chili is pretty good!🎉

[@bartobuilt2601]

130/90-10 maxxis m6024's or Duro knobbies fit. you guys can get free 4.00-10 knobbies from GPS that would work also. but be a little small.

[@dragonrider6875]

That is so cool. Take something that looks dead and get it working. That looked like fun.

[@jamesarneson7769]

I have just under 6,000 miles on my 2012 Honda Ruckus and I did the same you guys did with your valves. Now I’m going to check my compression and see if that kit will work!

[@CMPLT_PLYZ]

Yes please do a moped build off/ road trip to the keys that would be the most C&C thing ever!

[@EJ-74]

I had one of these over 20yrs ago. Definitely the best 50cc scooter I ever had. Put a 22mm carb and a big bore kit on it and it will rip pretty dang good. Mine would do around 60mph. Cool to see one again 🔥👍✌️

[@Ratkill9000]

Even though I know it's a Monday, it feels like a Sunday because of the Holiday! Stay safe everyone.

[@datamaskinful]

Ive watched ut videos for a looong time guys. Love this😁 watching you doing these kind of things is just like what i like to do🙈 #norway

[@playinwithfirecustoms7954]

I say slap a 150cc with a big bore kit on it, see just how scary you can make it!!

[@elhadipasho8704]

it will be fun to see another video when you make some tuning on it.Keep Going Guys!

[@jamesglenn2006]

My little RUCKUS 50CC would go 74kms/hr. Sold it with 10,000kms on the od. Such a wicked fun thing to ride. Never found anyone that didn't have a blast on it.

[@darploin5071]

Hey guys hope you're having an excellent memorial Day I love the last episode you did of cars and cameras when you were building out the office those are fun too long with the builds I think your father should allow you to do one great big project in the OG workshop for Old times sake and you guys need to have a yard kart race at your parents house and the only caveat is you have to remove the mufflers to let the neighbors know you're back in town. Hope all of your having a wonderful memorial Day and have a great days

[@bigjay123]

You gotta put a Tecumseh* 200 on there. Yall should come search around Louisiana for projects. Kids get bikes, ride them for a few months and put'em in the shed and get a bigger one.

[@beagsoutdoorextreme]

Love the videos, keep up the good work guys!

[@quevicular]

I cant believe you guys kept working on that thing with that branch hanging like that. HAHAHA

[@davidmaxey6066]

Check out The Ruck Shop! They have everything you’ll need! I had my 50cc ruckus doing 45mph with some carb tuning exhaust and homemade intake!

[@ragincajun1984]

That road trip idea is a very good idea!!!!

[@772tsweet77]

Proper Cars and Cameras fuel delivery system. 😁

[@dmaifred]

I saw a lovely restored Camo one in Kyoto on a holiday. It was eye-catching.

[@Budget.bass.fishing]

You ever have questions about gy6 motors I know all about them. I'd tear the jug off it stretch out those rings on the piston a little or replace them timing marks are on the cam sprocket but tear it down at top dead some of them don't wanna run with the breather box cause the stock carbs are junk also that thing should do 45 50 it's got to be governed down

[@zak-palmer7915]

He'll yeah buddy what could go wrongon a road trip like that.. I think you can get a 190cc or a 212cc kit for the gy6.

[@curbsideconversions]

little trick is to back fill the fuel return line to kick start the pump back into action

[@InsideOfMyOwnMind]

I think the pump is fine, just the check valve is stuck. You could put another one inline with the pump.

[@DetroitMicroSound]

Getcha all some vintage Euro two-stroke mopeds!!!!! Ike had the right idea! Puch E50 fan, here!!!! Treatland is your friend!

[@Singh_1989]

I want to see you guys put a set of the go power sports mini bike ape hangers on that moped, it would look ridiculous, but also very cars and cameras

[@doncox2146]

AND second... Now send me a keychain.... that should be "a thing" js

[@999benhonda]

ive worked on dozens of chinese made GY6 motors, I never would have guessed that the honda gy6 has shims. I'm surprised that the valve lash was off, I would have expected the intake valve to have a corroded valve seat, due to the carb being open to the elements. I'm also jealous that you got a free honda ruckus.

[@desertratstoys]

Every shop NEEDS an Ike! Great work guys!

[@awright9183]

Hey you legends, hope your all doing well and lofes treatn ya well... another awesome clip guys, luv u long time. Lol Ad from Oz.🇦🇺🥳👍

[@charliebartee8586]

We need to see it back. With a lot more power

[@cr125rider2001]

I love the idea of road tripping mopeds

[@musicauthority3516]

It has stuck valves from sitting for a long time. especially the intake valve you need to free up the valves. the previous owners probably layed it on its side filled the air filter with oil. then picked it up rode it until it seized up. John is having to much fun on it no doubt. Charles is the first one to crash it. take that big clunky muffler off of it and it will probably run better. I was thinking it was going to be a three. for the first number on the lap time. after Ike was slogging through the mud.

[@Lucas12v]

It wouldn't run at all with a stuck valve. Unless I've misunderstood what you meant.

[@musicauthority3516]

@@Lucas12v It didn't run until they started messing around with the valve train. and an engine will run with sticking valves. but it will run but poorly. skipping, and backfiring, ect.. it depends on how badly stuck the valves are. because the valves don't stick open on every revolution of the engine. but the longer it runs the more the valves will free up.

[@bobadam7021]

@@musicauthority3516 You know what happens when a 1 cyl engine skips?

[@musicauthority3516]

@@bobadam7021 Yes, although I'm not sure why you are asking that question.

[@rightnowracing]

theyre not stuck. you saw them moving on the bore scope lol

[@Timmy6216]

Guys I would have absolutely killed to have found something like that in the woods. I already have the desire to have either a Ruckus or a ice bear Mad Dog and no matter what 150cc motor would have gotten swapped onto it. I just could not wrap my mind around spending 2500 or 3500 something that I'm going to end up modifying extensively. You guys have an awesome score

[@dfporkchop]

Had a tomos back in the day. Got a jug and performance parts from heeter perf in Indiana. Ran like 80 mph when i got done with it.

[@kabamm900000]

a cross country trip again sounds pretty entertaining,

[@johnhicks9529]

Y'all can use A windshield washer fluid pump motor. f From A vehicle you'll also need the plug in to.For rewiring it into harness is all.

[@baconmancave3200]

Y’all have to give the Sconda a rerun when the track dries up. Another great video!! 🤙🏾💯

[@brd35]

I like to see some more Honda ruckus content I'm just going on the record that I enjoy y'all I've been watching all for a few years now and I've learned a lot by watching you thank you for putting out good content y'all kind of funny I enjoy all y'all

[@sametherington9596]

Definitely want to see the souped moped Challenge 👍

[@BugzeeSiegel]

Yay!!!! I’ve been waiting for this one!!!!!

[@farmerjim-fat-man-do]

Pro Tip for the youngsters: when testing fuel system use odorless mineral spirits instead of gasoline. Far less combustible and hardly any smell. You can work around it and not worry about catching the shop or yourself on fire. The specific gravity is just slightly higher than gasoline so pumps and flow rates will be very similar. It’s petroleum based so it won’t swell orings or attack gaskets in the fuel system.

[@erickvond6825]

For the record a moped has pedals so you can ride it manually which is good for when you run out of gas. What y'all have there is a scooter...

[@devivoman]

Hell yeah engine swapped moped road trip! Keep on keepin' on fellas! I appreciate the content!

[@salvatoremilitello8490]

woooo lots more gy6 fun and a gy6 road trip

[@claytonmoechnig6067]

Those CVT clutches I believe it’s the driver has a spacer you can remove that’ll let the clutch close further and raise the speed

[@shawnschoolcraft3206]

Yes 👍

[@btmnwhitworth6753]

Down for more ruckus content but i think yal should do some more small dirt bike and atv videos to. Like 110cc and under

[@GodschildinNC]

Man, a moped trip would be cool.

[@bananas401k]

in case you dont know, theres fuel injection kits, big bore kits, and most importantly turbo kits for those

[@VOattack]

finally a ruckus. thank you.

[@2koolchris291]

Happy Memorial Day everyone.

[@redbeardedpanda]

It would be important to note the difference between a moped and a scooter as they are not the same thing. Y'all should definitely get a moped to make some moped content. I would settle for some more scooter content if you guys got more scooters.

[@xeromaru]

Love to see you gents do a engine swap on the Ruck with some more go-fast parts. I like the look of the Ruck but yeah needs a 250cc imo. ;)

[@Casual_BackPacking]

Yall need a tool sponsor forsure, love the channel stay great guys

[@markhuston6816]

I can plainly see from here you whipper motor is the reason it wouldn't start. Good stuff men. Oh and one of you guys needs moisturizer. Thanks men.

[@RearEngineShop]

You guys are always saving something. Keep up the good work guys. 👍

[@deniramadhan2590]

Definitely put some giant engine and road trip them !!

[@rude1992]

65cc kit tomos 2-speed. First gear is straight cut gear, you recognise that sound from a mile away 👌🏻😁🤣

[@waynerowlinson6177]

Road Trip! YES!

[@Scott-ms3ug]

You guys are like buzzard poop on a pump handle! Just can't touch your entertainment value! Keep up the great work! 👍

[@skiddyplains3849]

Love the road trip idea you guys should definitely do that!

[@beafys]

More scooter stuff! A road trip would be amazing!!

[@brandon2076]

Did i hear Tomos and Garelli? About time ya'll play with some actual mopeds

[@Smurphenstein]

Definitely down for another road trip.

[@TrulyUnfortunate]

You're not going to get accurate measurements down into the 1/10 of a thousands with a set of calipers. That requires a micrometer. Hell it's probably not accurate to the thousands. The best you can hope for is + or - .001 However...if you have a one inch standard to check the calipers with you can get a better idea how accurate your calipers are and you can adjust them to a certain extent.

[@anthonynixon3220]

I like this one!!!! Bigger engine and better tires.

[@WinterRaven25]

I wish I could have been there to do this project with you. I've got an 06 metropolitan I've been tuning for a while. It's basically the same guts on a proper scooter. I've been able to get it to 47 but I hope to do 50 so yeah these little bikes can do great things with a little love

[@Onewheelordeal]

Awesome!! I just got one of these a couple weeks ago and wanted to mod it but it turned out to be too cherry to mess with yet. Really hope y'all build this, hope even more you'll stretch it

[@johnrothermel7617]

i really love the channel i would like to see a duel engine go kart zero turn build with casters in the front

[@MrBandit711]

Clapped out souped up moped tour 👌

[@WestleyBates]

i think that would be awsome if you guys engine swapped mopeds and road tripped them .

[@davidjohnson8474]

How about a 125cc on this?!?!!! It would be totally NUTS!

[@RedWolfgarage24]

Yesss!!!!!!🤯 Road trip!!!!!! Yes yes yes

[@rjdumey3149]

Oh you guys have got ta do a cheap moped series. 👍