You're not only a great friend to local pals, you're a very big part of the reason I've tackled all of these tasks on my Buddy 125! Thank you, scooter brother!
I bought a 2008 Ruckus two years ago with only seventy miles on it. It still had the pips on the tires. It had sat in a shed with a leaking roof over since new. Fuel tank had filled with water and was rusted beyond repair. Replaced from tank to carb all new, cleaned carb that was fortunately very good. Borescope to cylinder from spark plug hole - bright shiny piston and crosshatch on cylinder. New battery and an oil change. Total invested inclusive of Ruckus $800.00. Over seven hundred miles of fun since, these things are just amazing in quality and durability. Really enjoy all your excellent videos!
Hey Mitch...I just bought my GF a 09 Ruckus with 800 miles....dead battery and wouldn't start...guy wanted $1200 but talked him to $800...I used you video to save myself 500-600 bucks....Installed battery tender...new fuel filter...drained fuel....air hosed lines out...broke down carb and cleaned/poked all jets out thoroughly...put back together and she purrs like a kitten...will use you other vids to change oil, transmission and coolant fluids....your instructions were the best I have found on YT...Thanks so much buddy!
You're videos are amazing for me... I just got my Ruckus and you have shown me in great detail of how to do the most basic things that I had no idea. Keep going brother 💪
Hi, Mitch. I am almost 70 years old. And bought my first Scooter, a 2018 Honda Ruckus. Thank you for all the Great DIY Maint Videos. Two questions; can you do a video on a belt change. And how long should you go, before doing a oil, coolant, gear oil and belt change. Thanks gcw
Thank you for the memories, my first scooter when i was 14yo in 2005 !! Amazing technology back in the days, 4 stroke, liquid cooled and starting with the alternator
Hi Mitch, This is the third video I have seen of yours and I just have to say you do some of the best mechanical /instructional videos out there ( and no added big ego like some others ) , you are obviously a good friend to have, everyone seems to agree with me, and I wished you lived on my block to share a beer. My feeling it would do you good to approach Honda HQ with your videos and I would bet you $100.00 they would give you a job doing mechanical/instructional videos such as this. You have a lot to offer and untapped potential I can see you going far with what I am mentioning. I hope you consider to do so. Please keep us updated with your own progress in life. Bravo and congrats .Kevin
I thought you you were just going to do a couple of things but wow you just about covered everything. Lots of great information here for people like me who are learning. Great job my friend and Thank you.
Mitch, when checking Honda oil level, do not screw the dipstick back in. Just put it in without engaging the threads. The oil level will be incorrect if you screw it in. Honda is the only company I'm aware of that you check it that way. It's in the owner's manual.
I'm so glad I came across your channel and this video. Going to pick up a non running ruckus today. 300 miles on it. I'll do everything you did to see if I can get it running.
This video is actually a very big help to me I bought a 2017 black Honda ruckus last year I don’t have 50 miles on it yet however I’m going to change the oil at 100 miles and do a few other things you just showed me how to do about everything really appreciate that,,,, you did a fine job there sir. I hope I can repeat the process on my bike.
I like that Scooter stand, mitch. Reminds me when I did a 300 video rebuild of a friends ruckus. That bike has more hoses than an octopus. 5 stars and Respect. RH DSD
The timing of this video could not be any better. I had a similar project where a scooter was left alone for a year and would not start. There are a few more steps you demonstrated in this video I need to try. I am hopeful I will be able to get my scooter working again. Thank you for the video.
We've all been there mate and done the same thing at some point in our maintenance life. Great video, really glad I stumbled onto it. Thanks for sharing.
My 2006 Ruckus starts and dies, I put fresh gas in it, replaced the battery and it still dies right after starting, so I'm going to remove and drain the fuel tank. I enjoy all your videos, Thank you very much from Mitch in Orlando, FL
Hey Mitch, The best ruckus maintenance video I’ve ever seen. I’ve cleaned out my carb/jets way too many times, Ha! The one thing I’d recommend you Tell your subscribers is to put non-ethanol gas in the Ruckus, especially if you’re storing it for long periods of time or over the winter. I do that in all my bikes, chainsaw, power washer, Weedwhacker, lawn mower, go ped.
Just picked up a 2009 with 208 miles. Had many fo the same issues. Mitch showed me here that I missed a jet (the one he knocked out by turning the carb upside down) I still need to find a stock exhaust, someone put a fart can on it. Great channel!
There's a lot of great information packed into this video. Thanks for the work you did filming and editing it all. This gives me the confidence to do more work on my own scooters. I bought two new Honda Ruckus in 2018. Neither one has reached the 900 mile break-in oil change mark yet, but they're getting close. I'll be changing the oil on them in a week or two. Onward
I have just recently stumbled across some of your videos, very great work and informative :-) I also like how you show your mistakes as well so other can learn as they are doing these DIY maintenance tasks. After being a motorcycle rider for almost 40 years, I am contemplating on getting a scooter myself to ride to/from my office or short trips to the grocery store with. I like the maintenance simplicity and storage capabilities of a scooter and being that I don't do road trips on two wheels anymore. Something in the 125cc range would work well enough and still give me my "2-wheel kicks". Again great job and keep up the good work!
This was so incredibly helpful! I left my Ruckus sitting over the winter and it’s acting exactly like this one. I’m going to follow your video and get my scooter up and running again! Thanks!
If you buy a used Scooter my advice is empty the fuel tank. Use a oil dipstick pump if needed. I bought a 1 year old Ruckus. It had some oil in air box from laying on side. I replaced air filters, changed oil. Still ran bad. Surging. I was getting ready to replace fuel pump. The fuel was a really light yellow. I think the previous owner must have put a fuel stabilizer. Any way it ran but had a surging under load. Replaced fuel and runs great now.
I love the look of those things. all stripped down like a USA Army Jeep or something. Sweet. And is that a Split Screen Camper in the background? They fetch silly money over here in England.
Your videos are the best of their kind! Excellent video! I’m learning a lot from you and am considering getting another Ruckus because I’m becoming confident that I can service it myself. Thanks again!
Great video brother. My wife and I just got new Rucks and it’s time to change the brake in oil. Your video was extremely helpful. Thank you. Subscribing !!
Your diy are the best man, everything is explained so easy for new people like myself. Quick question is a gy6 very much different from a 50cc when it comes to maintenance stuff
Wow, wished I found this before I stuck mine in the shop! I did a lot of my own work but failed to replace with new fuel lines, dump the old gas. Not pumping, so now it may be the ECU. :(
Hi from Philippines, Always great to watch your video. I notice that youre using a slider insted of roller in cvt, i just want to know which one is better roller or slider?
Hi Mitch awesome vid! I was curious on what the overall lifespan is on a Ruckus? My Ruck already has 12,000 miles and I’m worried that it will break soon. This is my daily commuter to and from college, so I can’t afford to lose my ruck lol
Did you try starting fluid before you changed everything? Im trouble shooting my 2016 and wondering if it would save time? Ill be doing all these suggestions this season thank you for the great videos! Truly.
I am wondering why you needed the red RTV gasket maker around the new air filter connection tube. Did you punch a hole in it with the screwdriver or did it not want to stay in place?
When you took the battery off do you have to reset the computer seen other do but not sure . I just pick up a ruckus and have watch all your videos great stuff helped with my zuma 👍👍
I know this is an older video, so I apologize if it’s already been asked. But when you put on the different air filter, did you have to use different jets for the carb? And if so, do you remember the size by chance? I want to upgrade my filter but I believe I’ll need new jets... thanks!
Hi Mitch, I love your videos. Keep up the great work. I have a 2011 Ruckus that's been sitting awhile. I replaced the air tube and made sure the air box is sealed tight. The fuel pump was clicking loudly at first but now it's not clicking. It starts and idles fine and runs good until about 3/4 open throttle where it bogges out and wants to die. I think the fuel pump is dying, what do you think? Thanks Mitch!
Hey man you seem to know a lot about the scooters and you have taught me a lot. I do have a question do you happen to know the part number for crank seal behind stator plate part number
I always feel good after watching your videos. Its refreshing to watch a positive attitude!! Keep it up!
Great to hear that! Thank you!
You're not only a great friend to local pals, you're a very big part of the reason I've tackled all of these tasks on my Buddy 125! Thank you, scooter brother!
Awesome thanks Chuck!!
I bought a 2008 Ruckus two years ago with only seventy miles on it. It still had the pips on the tires. It had sat in a shed with a leaking roof over since new. Fuel tank had filled with water and was rusted beyond repair. Replaced from tank to carb all new, cleaned carb that was fortunately very good. Borescope to cylinder from spark plug hole - bright shiny piston and crosshatch on cylinder. New battery and an oil change. Total invested inclusive of Ruckus $800.00. Over seven hundred miles of fun since, these things are just amazing in quality and durability.
Really enjoy all your excellent videos!
Wow that's really cool!! Thanks for sharing with us!! Yes Honda is best! :) Thank you!
Hey Mitch...I just bought my GF a 09 Ruckus with 800 miles....dead battery and wouldn't start...guy wanted $1200 but talked him to $800...I used you video to save myself 500-600 bucks....Installed battery tender...new fuel filter...drained fuel....air hosed lines out...broke down carb and cleaned/poked all jets out thoroughly...put back together and she purrs like a kitten...will use you other vids to change oil, transmission and coolant fluids....your instructions were the best I have found on YT...Thanks so much buddy!
Definitely my favorite scooter channel on youtube!! Keep up the great work !!
You're videos are amazing for me... I just got my Ruckus and you have shown me in great detail of how to do the most basic things that I had no idea. Keep going brother 💪
Awesome! Thank you!! 🙌🏼
I agree! This channel has been a huge help as a new ruckus owner
Honestly one of my favorite channels. Great and easy vids. Love it. Keep it up Mitch!
As a Scooter fan i watch your videos over a long time now. I enjoy your great work. Thanks so much. Best wishes from good old Germany.
Awesome thanks Bernd!
Hi, Mitch.
I am almost 70 years old. And bought my first Scooter, a 2018 Honda Ruckus. Thank you for all the Great DIY Maint Videos.
Two questions; can you do a video on a belt change. And how long should you go, before doing a oil, coolant, gear oil and belt change. Thanks gcw
Hi, you should Google "Honda ruckus maintenance". All this Info OS usually in some kind of service doxumentation For certain models.
Greetings from fellow deaf rucker. Got the Ruckus a month ago and I like it.
Thank you for the memories, my first scooter when i was 14yo in 2005 !! Amazing technology back in the days, 4 stroke, liquid cooled and starting with the alternator
Hi Mitch, This is the third video I have seen of yours and I just have to say you do some of the best mechanical /instructional videos out there ( and no added big ego like some others ) , you are obviously a good friend to have, everyone seems to agree with me, and I wished you lived on my block to share a beer. My feeling it would do you good to approach Honda HQ with your videos and I would bet you $100.00 they would give you a job doing mechanical/instructional videos such as this. You have a lot to offer and untapped potential I can see you going far with what I am mentioning. I hope you consider to do so. Please keep us updated with your own progress in life. Bravo and congrats .Kevin
Damn Mitch, this video is awesome. Thanks for taking the time to make a detailed video of how to get something running again.
i don't know why his videos relive my anxiety
thanks bro you deserve my respect
I thought you you were just going to do a couple of things but wow you just about covered everything. Lots of great information here for people like me who are learning. Great job my friend and Thank you.
Mitch, when checking Honda oil level, do not screw the dipstick back in. Just put it in without engaging the threads. The oil level will be incorrect if you screw it in. Honda is the only company I'm aware of that you check it that way. It's in the owner's manual.
Yup
Your friend should be real happy for such a solid workmanship. You were very thorough getting thru everything.
Yeah! He is stoked and said it rides like new again :) Thanks!
I like the way you work ...
Patience is everything
You have my Sub
Great work !! Keep it up
Greetings from Germany and Croatia
Thank you mitch .. we live in mexico .. and my wife is irish .. she loves scooter .. she works on them scooters herself
I'm so glad I came across your channel and this video. Going to pick up a non running ruckus today. 300 miles on it. I'll do everything you did to see if I can get it running.
This video is actually a very big help to me I bought a 2017 black Honda ruckus last year I don’t have 50 miles on it yet however I’m going to change the oil at 100 miles and do a few other things you just showed me how to do about everything really appreciate that,,,, you did a fine job there sir. I hope I can repeat the process on my bike.
I think I'll try this one today. Have to change the oil and filter in my 1200 first but my Ruckus definitely needs some attention. Thank, again mate!
I love this channel always entertaining thank you so much . Watching from Nova Scotia Canada cheers
Simply the best ruckus fuel system video I've seen. Great job!
Thanks a lot brother ! I appreciate your help ! Made my tune up much easier and saved me money !
I like that Scooter stand, mitch. Reminds me when I did a 300 video rebuild of a friends ruckus. That bike has more hoses than an octopus. 5 stars and Respect. RH DSD
Thanks man, ah haha yeah dang four stroke stuff. Keep up good work with dio videos!
Amazing, this makes me want to work on my own scooter.
thank you mitch!! there's something very satisfying about getting a non-running motor back running again! i knew you could do it!
The timing of this video could not be any better. I had a similar project where a scooter was left alone for a year and would not start. There are a few more steps you demonstrated in this video I need to try. I am hopeful I will be able to get my scooter working again. Thank you for the video.
We've all been there mate and done the same thing at some point in our maintenance life. Great video, really glad I stumbled onto it. Thanks for sharing.
My 2006 Ruckus starts and dies, I put fresh gas in it, replaced the battery and it still dies right after starting, so I'm going to remove and drain the fuel tank. I enjoy all your videos, Thank you very much from Mitch in Orlando, FL
Brilliant Job Well done yet again Mitch
Hey Mitch,
The best ruckus maintenance video I’ve ever seen. I’ve cleaned out my carb/jets way too many times, Ha! The one thing I’d recommend you Tell your subscribers is to put non-ethanol gas in the Ruckus, especially if you’re storing it for long periods of time or over the winter. I do that in all my bikes, chainsaw, power washer, Weedwhacker, lawn mower, go ped.
Make that non-methanol
awesome! From the Dominican Republic send you a big THANK YOU BUDDY
I really dig that bike lift brother
Just picked up a 2009 with 208 miles. Had many fo the same issues. Mitch showed me here that I missed a jet (the one he knocked out by turning the carb upside down) I still need to find a stock exhaust, someone put a fart can on it. Great channel!
There's a lot of great information packed into this video.
Thanks for the work you did filming and editing it all.
This gives me the confidence to do more work on my own scooters.
I bought two new Honda Ruckus in 2018. Neither one has reached the 900 mile break-in oil change mark yet, but they're getting close.
I'll be changing the oil on them in a week or two.
Onward
Brilliant work, well done.
Thank you!
This is mad. Great work Mitch!
I have just recently stumbled across some of your videos, very great work and informative :-) I also like how you show your mistakes as well so other can learn as they are doing these DIY maintenance tasks. After being a motorcycle rider for almost 40 years, I am contemplating on getting a scooter myself to ride to/from my office or short trips to the grocery store with. I like the maintenance simplicity and storage capabilities of a scooter and being that I don't do road trips on two wheels anymore. Something in the 125cc range would work well enough and still give me my "2-wheel kicks". Again great job and keep up the good work!
Appreciate your videos, Man!! Watched the oil change on the ruckus yesterday and it was SOOO easy with your explanation! Appreciate it bro.. peace ✌️
Best video about motorbikes for months. From Basque Country, ESKERRIKASKO!!
Thank you Mikel!
Thanks for all the great videos, Mitch! I learn a lot from them!
You're welcome Clay! Thank you so much!
My manz YOU HAVE HELPED ME A MILLION 💯💯💯💯
Great job. I knoww that feeling when you got it going again!
This was so incredibly helpful! I left my Ruckus sitting over the winter and it’s acting exactly like this one. I’m going to follow your video and get my scooter up and running again! Thanks!
Great! I hope it will work out smooth for you!
If you buy a used Scooter my advice is empty the fuel tank. Use a oil dipstick pump if needed. I bought a 1 year old Ruckus. It had some oil in air box from laying on side. I replaced air filters, changed oil. Still ran bad. Surging. I was getting ready to replace fuel pump. The fuel was a really light yellow. I think the previous owner must have put a fuel stabilizer. Any way it ran but had a surging under load. Replaced fuel and runs great now.
I love the look of those things. all stripped down like a USA Army Jeep or something. Sweet. And is that a Split Screen Camper in the background? They fetch silly money over here in England.
Yeah it's pretty cool!! Yes it's VW split window in the background.... big project!!
Your videos are the best of their kind! Excellent video! I’m learning a lot from you and am considering getting another Ruckus because I’m becoming confident that I can service it myself. Thanks again!
Awesome! Thank you!
From Basque Country: milesker!!! Mitch, (thank you very much!!!) for such a great video. Simple things are happyness but peolple don't realize. Mikel
Thanks Mitch. You are excellent at explaining things
You saved me a lot of headache when cleaning out my carb.
Thanks Buddy. Love the videos!
Great to hear!
Excellent and informative video! Thanks, dude! This is helping immensely with my own Ruckus issues.
Nice job Mitch, way to help a friend out. Honda Ruckus are great scooters!
Thank you Brandon! Yeah! I like it!
Mitch must be an excellent expert mechanic on motorcycles. The best to you.
man i love watching your scooter videos!
dude youre amazing, i feel like a ruckus master after watching your vids
Nice to see it back on the road again!
Yeah!
Nice 👍🏻 the first person doing it in excellent 🤟
I love it! Good work Mitch!
Thank you ScooterDano!!
Your video just motivate me again... thanks
Awesome as always...
I use acetone to clean out the carbon on the Jets .Or a good fuel injector cleaner.
Thanks for your videos! Best on TH-cam! Very helpful.
WHAT A LEGEND!
Thanks Mitch ! 😊
I want one and from your video it looks like they are easy to work on.
Great repair video Mitch! Thanks!!!
Thanks for watching!
I watch your videos and they have helps me learn so much thanks friend!!!
Great video brother. My wife and I just got new Rucks and it’s time to change the brake in oil. Your video was extremely helpful. Thank you. Subscribing !!
Your diy are the best man, everything is explained so easy for new people like myself. Quick question is a gy6 very much different from a 50cc when it comes to maintenance stuff
This is one of my dream bikes
i love this guy can i ask he cant hear right? just asking i think he is the best mechanic out there
Excellent!!!!! Great job. Thats amazing Mitch
Thank you so much!
Great video! Keep up the good work!
Wow, wished I found this before I stuck mine in the shop! I did a lot of my own work but failed to replace with new fuel lines, dump the old gas. Not pumping, so now it may be the ECU. :(
Just found your channel love your video’s man keep up the amazing work
Watxhed a couple of your videos, you just earbed a New subscriber. Amazing content keep it up 💪🏾
Hi from Philippines, Always great to watch your video. I notice that youre using a slider insted of roller in cvt, i just want to know which one is better roller or slider?
Hi Mitch awesome vid! I was curious on what the overall lifespan is on a Ruckus? My Ruck already has 12,000 miles and I’m worried that it will break soon. This is my daily commuter to and from college, so I can’t afford to lose my ruck lol
Hey Mitch, tutorial on removing old fuel pump and filter then installing new ones. Pleaaase! Thanks
I have videos of them, i need to edit them to post
Mitch's Scooter Stuff thanks man!
Mitch's Scooter Stuff what grams are those pulleys?
@@ce5614 6.5g
Awesome content. I really enjoy your videos.
Did you try starting fluid before you changed everything? Im trouble shooting my 2016 and wondering if it would save time? Ill be doing all these suggestions this season thank you for the great videos! Truly.
That's a cool old van. ❤️ the vids, keep it up.
Thanks man! It's 1967, if you want to check it out the photos @Kona_The_Bus on instagram. Thank you!
Great Work ! Keep On Scootin'...
Nice video and nice scooter, great job!
Thanks!
I am wondering why you needed the red RTV gasket maker around the new air filter connection tube. Did you punch a hole in it with the screwdriver or did it not want to stay in place?
When you took the battery off do you have to reset the computer seen other do but not sure . I just pick up a ruckus and have watch all your videos great stuff helped with my zuma 👍👍
Your vids are amazing! Thank you!
Aw thank you Courtney!! :)
These are the best tutorials I’ve seen, how much did you spend on parts getting this ruckus going again?
I know this is an older video, so I apologize if it’s already been asked. But when you put on the different air filter, did you have to use different jets for the carb? And if so, do you remember the size by chance? I want to upgrade my filter but I believe I’ll need new jets... thanks!
Dude u kno ur stuff man
Hey Mitch, I have a ruckus that I let outside for like 2 years after my dog bite the wires. Do you have any videos on doing the wiring?
Nice work. Amazing bro...
Brand new sub here mitch! ♥️♥️
Hi Mitch, I love your videos. Keep up the great work. I have a 2011 Ruckus that's been sitting awhile. I replaced the air tube and made sure the air box is sealed tight. The fuel pump was clicking loudly at first but now it's not clicking. It starts and idles fine and runs good until about 3/4 open throttle where it bogges out and wants to die. I think the fuel pump is dying, what do you think? Thanks Mitch!
Hey man you seem to know a lot about the scooters and you have taught me a lot. I do have a question do you happen to know the part number for crank seal behind stator plate part number
Hey Jerry check out on Honda parts house website where you can look up for oem parts
Learned a lot from this, thanks bro
His talking is so amazing and wholesome he should do it more