SHOOTOUT Yamaha Raptor 700 vs. YFZ450 Special Editions UTV Action Magazine

Yamaha Raptor 700 Vs Yamaha Yfz 450. SHOOTOUT Yamaha Raptor 700 vs. YFZ450 Special Editions UTV Action Magazine Choosing between the Yamaha Raptor 700 and the Yamaha YFZ 450 all-terrain vehicles can be difficult I am wondering for those of you who bought a 700 why you didn't buy a YFZ450? What are the benifits of a raptor over a YFZ450?

The YFZ450R is $8799, and the Special Edition is $8999 Yamaha ATVs are a popular option, but there are two similarly priced models that might be tough to choose between

YFZ 450 Raptor 700

Yamaha ATVs are a popular option, but there are two similarly priced models that might be tough to choose between MSRP: $8,799-$9,999 Yamaha's Raptor 700R has long been hailed as the king of sport quads, mainly for its versatility However that's easily corrected with suspension mods.

» Yamaha Raptor YFZ450R VS Raptor 700R Shootout WITH VIDEO. WHAT'S NEW FOR 2015? While the YFZ450R has basically been untouched since 2014, the Raptor 700 received a laundry list of solid upgrades For every use short of a racetrack, the Raptor 700R has little trouble riding with the harder-edged and uncompromising YFZ450R

» Yamaha Raptor YFZ450R VS Raptor 700R Shootout WITH VIDEO. Its massive 686cc single-cylinder engine favors low and mid-range power versus the YFZ450R's high-RPM punch, making it much easier to ride in most circumstances. The YFZ 450 is better for track racing and wooded trail runs (where 4x4 is not needed)