Honda Zoomer

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Zoomer
Manufacturer	Honda
Also called	Ruckus
Production	2002-
Class	scooter
Engine	49 cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke
Top speed	70 km/h (43 mph) (2006)
Power	3.65 kW (5 hp) @ 8000 rpm
Torque	4.5 N·m (3 ft·lbf) @ 7200 rpm
Transmission	Automatic
Brakes	Front and rear drum
Wheelbase	1265 mm (49.8 in)
Weight	82 kg (181 lb)
Fuel capacity	5 litres (1.1 imp/1.3 US gal)
Similar	Yamaha Zuma

The Zoomer is a motorscooter developed by Honda and introduced in America in late 2002 (2003 model year); in Canada and the USA the model name for the same design is Ruckus. The Zoomer/Ruckus differs from more traditional scooters because of its rugged design including tires that are thicker and have deep treads, and a skeleton frame that intentionally lacks an enclosed storage compartment.

[edit] Specifications

Model: Zoomer(NPS50)

Engine Type: 49 cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke

Carburetion: 18 mm CV with automatic choke

Ignition: CD

Transmission: Automatic V-Matic belt drive

Front Suspension: Twin-downtube fork; 55 mm (2.16 in) travel

Rear Suspension: Single shock; 65 mm (2.55 in) travel

Front Brakes: Disk

Rear Brakes: Drum

Front Tires: 120/90-10

Rear Tires: 130/90-10

Wheelbase: 1265 mm (49.8 in)

Seat Height: 740 mm (29.1 in)

Dry Weight: 82 kg (181 lb.)

Fuel Capacity: 5 L (1.32 gallons)

Mileage: 2.75 L/100 km - 2.25 L/100 km (85-105 mpg)

Top Speed: 70 km/h (43 mph) (2006-up) or 60 km/h (37 mph) (2003-2005)

Horsepower: 3.65 kW (4.9 hp) at 8000 rpm (2003-2005)

Torque: 4.5 NM (3.31 ft·lbf) at 7200 rpm (2003-2005)

Redline: 8850 rpm (2006) or 8000 rpm (2003-2005)

[edit] Colors

2003 models: red or black

2004 models: yellow, black, or camo (brown camouflage)

2005 models: black or silver camo (gray camouflage)

2006 models: white or silver camo (gray camouflage)

2007 models: black or silver camo (gray camouflage)

2008 models: black or silver

[edit] Maintenance

[edit] Engine Oil

Engine oil should be changed every 500-2500 miles. The Ruckus Owner's Manual states that the oil should be changed every 2500 miles; however, the oil becomes very dirty after only 500 miles and often times has metal shavings in it also.

Engine oil capacity for Honda Ruckus: At draining - 0.6 liter (0.6 US quart); At disassembly - 0.7 liter (0.7 US quart) 10w-30 oil should be used in climates below 55 degrees Fahrenheit and 10w-40 should be used if the climate is any warmer.

[edit] Coolant

Coolant capacity for the Honda Ruckus: Radiator and engine holds 0.48 liter (0.51 US quart) ; Reserve tank holds 0.28 liter (0.30 Us quart)

[edit] Tires

Kenda K761 tires come on the Ruckus from the factory. These Kenda tires should last roughly 10,000 miles. For better on-road performance, the tires can be replaced with any similarly sized tires. Commonly used tires include Michelin Boppers and Pirellis.

Correct tire pressure adds to better handling and reduces tire wear. The front and rear tires should both be filled to 25psi.

[edit] Spark Plug

The spark plug should be replaced every 5000 miles.

HOW TO READ NGK SPARK PLUGS: CR7EH9 - Cold Climate CR8EH9 - Normal CR9EH9 - High Speed

First Character - [C] - Thread Size (10mm) Seccond Character - [R] - Resistive Type Third Character - [8] - Heat Code (2 Hot, 12 Cold) Forth Character - [EH] - Thread reach (Partial thread of 19mm) Sixth Character - [9] - Gap (0.9mm)

If you wanted an Irridium Plug, use CR8EHIX9 or CR9EHIX9 (high speed) or for platinum, use CR8EHVX9 or CR9EHVX9 (high speed)

NOTE: Platinum plugs are discontinued and replaced by irridium series.

[edit] Aftermarket Accessories

[edit] Tachometers

The most popular analog tachometer for the Honda Ruckus is the AutoMeter Pro Comp Jr. Dragster Tachometer. Can be found at http://www.jegs.com, http://www.summitracing.com, and sometimes on ebay. Retail for this tachometer is around $105. Another option for a tach are the digital ones from Tiny-Tachs (http://www.tinytach.com) Get the commercial version, it cost a little more but it refreshes ever 1/2 second as opposed to the laggy 2 seconds of the cheaper version. Retail goes from $35 for the original and $65 for the commercial.

[edit] Exhausts

The Ruckus has many different exhaust options. Some brands include Yoshimura, Daytona, Leo Vince, Kitaco, Super Trapp, NCY, RPM, BEAMS, NR Magic, WirusWin, Moriwaki, ZERO-Racing, and more.

[edit] Variators

An aftermarket variator is the best way to improve performance on a Honda Ruckus. Some brands include Polini, KN Kikaku, Malossi, Posh, and KRS.

[edit] Extension kits

Extension kits sets the rear wheel back a couple inches to rid of the stubby stock look. Brands include NCY, Kijima, Hurricane, and NR Magic.

[edit] CDI

CDIs increases timing and removes the factory rev limiter. The most widely used and popular brand is POSH.

[edit] Suspension

[edit] Brakes

[edit] Wheel options

[edit] Frame braces and seat lowering frames

[edit] Wan and TotalRuckus

In late 2007, a South Korean became the first and only known individual to ride a Ruckus across the United States. Wan began his journey on the East Coast in Fayetteville, North Carolina and rode to California. After a brief trip to Hawaii, he continued on northward to the Pacific Northwest, lingering approximately a week in the Seattle, Washington area. Wan then headed east, and last provided updates from St. Louis, Missouri.

Wan's journey is extensively documented on TotalRuckus.com[1], an online forum for Honda Ruckus/Zoomer owners and enthusiasts.

[edit] Big Ruckus

In late 2004 (2005 model year), Honda introduced the Big Ruckus to Canada and the USA. It possesses a 249 cc engine and has a different design to accommodate the change in engine size. It still retains, however, the overall Ruckus mindset. Unlike its little brother, the first US Big Ruckus included no color options and came standard as yellow. In 2006, the color was changed to silver; there is still no color choice. The Big Ruckus weighs 165 kg (363 lb). The Big Ruckus was discontinued in 2007.

[edit] External links

• Honda Japan official Zoomer page
• jiangwayne.com - opinion, specs, FAQ
• TotalRuckus.com - forum & info