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Post by cschmach on Sept 25, 2008 9:34:51 GMT -5
Well, I am a noob here and to the whole Ruckus scene. I never really thought I would own any form of transportation like this, but I am glad I do now. My work car broke down (95 Neon), and I didn't feel like putting any more money into it; since I am a medic in the Army and deploying again (#3) in Mid NOV. Here are some pics: Front view: I just put the Chanito windshield on yesterday:  Chanito windshield up close (It is very nice):  Left Side: The only mods I have done so far: The Chanito windshield, the black under-seat plastic mesh, I added some extra zip-ties to the frame so I can bungee-strap things to the floor board (I have to carry a lot of stuff being in the Army), I stole the foot pegs from my youngest son's bike, and I modified the under-seat to be able to store my Kryptonite U-Lock.  Right side: *note the oil stains on the floor are not from the Ruckus, they are from storing my cousin's 04 Swift Chopper. (It was a handful)  Pics of me and my Ruckus (yet to named): Living and riding on post I have to maintain all required PPE. So, I like to do it right: KBC Tarmac Radiation helmet, usually wearing my Oakley Half Jackets (smoke), Fieldsheer mesh riding jacket (w/ armor), Icon Twenty-niner gloves (yellow), long pants, and a yellow reflective belt (stored below seat). *note: facial hair is because I am on Block Leave for 2 weeks (only time I don't have to shave every damn day!)   I enjoy riding this so much, i look for places to go, just to ride. I have a rain suit, but it is goofy looking (my wife calls it a "scooter suit"). My Paratroopers think I am funny for riding it to work everyday (3 miles round trip), but beg to take it places. Well, let me know what you think. |
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Post by finippino on Sept 27, 2008 11:59:46 GMT -5
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Post by seyaat420 on Sept 27, 2008 23:16:32 GMT -5
:-Xcool cool,,,,,,
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Post by weezo182 on Sept 28, 2008 22:05:51 GMT -5
nice
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Post by Kami no Chiizu on Sept 28, 2008 22:21:24 GMT -5
Lookin' good. ;D
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Post by loke2112 on Oct 2, 2008 15:32:18 GMT -5
Looks nice but I have a few questions.
What benefit do you get from the wind shield? I use my Ruck for to and from work myself and the wind can play tricks for sure.
Second as far as the foot pegs do you use them while riding? I have been considering mod's that place the foot rest/pegs up front as that seems more comfortable.
And thanks for serving BTW!
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Post by finippino on Oct 2, 2008 17:10:10 GMT -5
I actually use my footpegs all the time. I use my Ruckus to go to school so I have this huge book bag. So instead of hauling it around me while im driving, I put in on the floor board with a bungee chord. The only draw back that I have found out is that on windy days, with your legs out to the side, your body acts like a wind catcher. My Ruckus which is already slow, goes really slow.  |
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Post by chanito on Oct 2, 2008 18:10:14 GMT -5
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Post by cschmach on Oct 2, 2008 20:12:54 GMT -5
The windshield does make a difference and I recommend it to everyone. It not only gives me 1-2 MPH more, but it pushes the wind and bugs over my head. I feel more stream-line in the wind. Especially tucking behind it and going down hill (I max + the speedo). I have to be careful though,since I don't have to make it motorcycle legal; since it's supposed to only be able to go 30 MPH.
I love having foot pegs. The ones I have on there aren't too long, so they don't catch or drag. I think it feels more comfortable riding using them. When I need speed or feel too much drag, I just bring my legs up to the deck. I thought about putting some pegs up front, but there isn't a convenient hole there to do it. Also, I just don't place my feet up there enough. I also bungee strap things to the deck and still have a place for my feet.
I do have a question for all you though. I have been riding this for a month now, and have noticed I get a lot of motorcycle riders passing opposite of me, actually giving me the "motorcycle wave". That is dropping their left hand below the handlebar. Does this happen to anyone else? I feel wrong, because I am on a scooter, but still acknowledge their waves.
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Post by Kami no Chiizu on Oct 3, 2008 3:52:37 GMT -5
A real two-wheeled warrior waves at anyone brave enough to man the roads free of a cage. Wave at everyone, motorcycle, scooter, moped, bicyle. At least, that's what I do.
And I feel you on the moped crap. I used to drive my girl half-throttle, keeping it at 30 mph... but I got tired of being passed by other unlicensed scooters.
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Post by loke2112 on Oct 4, 2008 9:16:50 GMT -5
Thanks for the answers. I noticed most of you have caged in the under seat area as well. I see the material you are using is a fine mesh. I purchased a roll of black hardware cloth from the Home Depot and was going to cut it to fit and zip tie it on. I don't know why its called cloth when it is hard plastic but either way I think it will do. The holes are only about 1/2" big and I not exactly stowing paper clips under there anyway. I'm still trying to find the right stash box for my cell phone wallet and stuff that I can tie to the over head light rack. I have been givin a few suggestions on here and the search continues. I like the tool box strapped to the back up above there. Not sure I need that much storage however but it does get the wheels turning.
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Post by loke2112 on Oct 4, 2008 9:19:38 GMT -5
And by the way as far as carrying a lock I just decided to insure it with Progressive for like $100 a year. Theft deductible is $100 and I have uninsured motorist coverage for possible pain and suffering. Something tells me if I ever crash there will be some suffering no doubt.
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Post by renaudruck on Feb 17, 2009 22:10:58 GMT -5
I got my frst wave from a guy on a big cruiser while I was riding home from the dealer, and it seemed really cool. Seems everyone on two wheels waves and/or waves back in my area, but we Canadians are just so polite, eh?
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Post by BlueRidgeRuckůs on Mar 2, 2009 8:58:22 GMT -5
Fayettenam.. Ft. Bragg.. zup zup.. im from the nam.. but moved away to Western NC.. all my family still live there.. . alot of my long time friends were 82nd.. SF..etc..
nice ruckus you have.. i just recently got one and my wife a metro.
a buddy of mine has a Ruckus in Fayetteville and he goes to every CarolinaCon.. they had one last year in Fayetteville.. they are having another CON (ruckus get together) in Raliegh this summer...
too bad Bragg is locked down now since 9/11.. i used to ride all over base.. would be fun to ride ruckus on base.. heh.. i rem bunch of buddies lived off Gruber.. damn that was a long time ago..
keep it safe out there..
;D
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Post by mafiamind on Mar 7, 2009 22:15:38 GMT -5
alright dude, lol, i have been riding on and around bragg for a while, and a lot of guys wave like that. Its because from a distance the ruck looks like a bigger bike. Also, I have not seen you riding... ever. I ride the ruck basically everyday, its my only mode of transportaion.. even when its only 20 degree's out. I do hope to see you around at some point, i need a riding buddy.
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Post by mustaqbal1 on May 16, 2009 1:25:06 GMT -5
nice ruckus. i have a 2007 model and just bought my wife a 2009 model. i have a goldwing but actually have more fun riding this scooter.
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Nice and thanks for the chanito windshield ;D and 
