5 Reasons To Buy A Raptor 700R VS a YFZ 450R

[@racequad9]

Great points! As someone who has owned a 2007 Raptor 700 and an 06 YFZ 450, I always liked the 700 better. And you hit the nail on the head on the reasons why. When I got the rear axle extended and wider A arms on the raptor, I ended up just selling 450 since i started to ride it less and less. I dont do big jumps or track it, so it did everything better than the YFZ. And people seem to forget, with equal oil changes and care, a 450 quad will need a rebuild long before a 700 due to the raptor being lower compression and the fact that you dont need to rev it out to make power.

[@FunGoingFast]

Well said. Thanks for watching and commenting. That Raptor sounds fun!

[@richarddonnagriffin7369]

Thanks for sharing your insight! I’m thinking about getting a raptor and wanted to ask you if you can share what length and make of the rear swing arm you got was and what manufacturer of front A arms? Your recommendation would be really appreciated! Thanks!

[@racequad9]

​@@richarddonnagriffin7369 Sure. If I remember correctly, both front and back were +2 wider. Rear axle was a G-Force brand, but not sure if that brand is still around. And I can't remember the brand of the front a-arms as I bought them used off ebay. If I were to do the same mods today, to stay on the cheaper side cause I am still not a hardcore rider, I would do a Tusk rear axle and Alba front a-arms. Those would keep the price down and I would put the saving toward a nice set of front and rear shocks. I have heard good things about Rocket Ron shocks, plus they're on the cheaper side while still providing an excellent shock.

[@richarddonnagriffin7369]

@@racequad9 thanks for the insight my friend!!! :)

[@racequad9]

@@richarddonnagriffin7369 Of course.

[@ItsTheCamera_Guy]

As yfz450 owner and a fews years of experience, the biggest thing I miss is reverse. And I can fully believe the suspension is better on the 700 for trails. It’s definitely rough with a group of people trying to to keep it slow, but once I’m in front or somewhat by myself I can really let loose and ride it as intended.

[@FunGoingFast]

That all makes sense. You can’t beat the lightness, and responsiveness of yfz 450.

[@ScottyBGaming239]

Before even watching. 450R for track, 700 for trails or general riding. The only thing I don't like about the raptors is how high they sit. Feels top heavy.

[@FunGoingFast]

Agreed 100%. It really is that simple.

[@user-sv4yy2wl9x]

Nice to the point review and no annoying music

[@FunGoingFast]

Thanks!

[@colenicely3341]

This is the video I needed to watch! Exactly the machine I’m looking for!

[@FunGoingFast]

Thanks!

[@travisnunya4641]

I had the same discussion so i bought both and then i spent another 10$k and boight roll design front end wide and lower with elka 5 to be more like yfz

[@FunGoingFast]

Haha. Thats the best answer yet! Nicely done.

[@C-24-Brandan]

Have had both, great machines but designed for completely diff types of riding. Sure you can trail ride a yfz450r but its not really comfortable, set up for suspension, gearing, seating position, rev range ect trail riding. I find the raptor 700r is amazing on trails and can also hit jumps, do sand dunes ect , is way more comfortable to ride and also has reverse. Did steering stabilizer, air filter, skid plates, exhaust, better tires, grip tape for where knees and thighs grab and a kill switch for if i ever fall off. Its great on trails, jumps and also enduro/cross country style racing .... def an all around better machine for someone who is MX focused ect.

[@FunGoingFast]

Well said! One of the few people who actually understand they were designed for 2 different uses.

[@Legalizeranch420]

I always thought just get the raptor and buy wider a arms and rears axles so you can ride and corner and throw your leg over the seat and not worry about tipping over

[@FunGoingFast]

Fair point. Actually what I plan to do with my 08 Raptor SE I bought recently.

[@richarddonnagriffin7369]

@@FunGoingFastwhat length and make of rear swing arm and A arm manufacturer are you going with?

[@saucy_brandy5764]

where is that clamp for the yfz450 because that bar is a 7/8 and i know the newer yfz is a 1 1/8

[@FunGoingFast]

It is a Rock brand steering stem, clamp, and riser. That was all on there when I bought the quad. Good eye.

[@JonathanFord-c6u]

Raptor 700R/SE hands down

[@bondalero0074]

I owned the 2008 Yamaha 450 yfz and Loved it but always wished spending that much money I’d got the Raptor after riding some friends! The 450 yfz is a “Beast”!#Yamaha❤

[@FullsendOffroad]

I'd take the YFZ mainly because if I relly wanted comfort and relaxation, I'd take a Grizzly 700.

[@FunGoingFast]

Fair enough.

[@FullsendOffroad]

@@FunGoingFast yeah, they're both nice, but having reverse may be a big thing. I haven't needed it on my Honda 3-wheeler, so hopefully that's fine.

[@richarddonnagriffin7369]

Great share!!

[@FunGoingFast]

Thanks!

[@vstprodigy8840]

Cool video, where was this taken, looks like a good spot to ride for quads

[@FunGoingFast]

Thanks! This is Brushy Mountain Motorsports Park in Taylorsville, North Carolina. Its the best place Ive ever ridden for sport quads. I have a review of the park here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZ22YX5vf8t_etksi=UZ7CyS7YHgy4T-y2

[@KristianThompson-lb6tn]

I like both ill just buy both👍

[@FunGoingFast]

Haha. That also works!

[@martincooper8031]

2k for a used 700, shall i buy it?

[@FunGoingFast]

If its in decent shape thats a great deal.

[@splkzyy]

that’s an incredible deal

[@Kingbubbaenergy]

Reverse sold me

[@FunGoingFast]

Amen.

[@e5m956]

I can't believe the Kawasaki race 450 has a better reverse than the Raptor!

[@FunGoingFast]

Apparently the KFX has the best reverse switch in the business. I’ve heard that on other reviews of the KFX. Hats off to Kawi and sorry they stopped making it.

[@HandMadeRoyalty]

Meanwhile i just want to stunt

[@YourGuy2025]

I’ll take my trx450 over both

[@cbr1thou]

Have it mint 450 er , ride raptor se

[@V8freaks]

These are so expensive here in Germany, like 17k USD, it's crazy

[@ickdon7999]

I’m in the US. I’ll buy one here for $11,000 and ship it to ya 🤘

[@FunGoingFast]

Ouch!

[@V8freaks]

@@ickdon7999 Haha, unfortunately that's too late. 1st of November is the cutting date for quads. After that they need to have ABS for registration.... Germany 😞 But thank you!