All new in 2006, the Raptor
700R was named ATV Illustrated’s “Sport
ATV of the Year” in its rookie season
(a tie with our own YFZ450).
Raptor 700R is designed to
dominate in the widest range of riding environments,
from tight woods to desert to dunes.
A 686cc Yamaha fuel-injected
engine makes this the most powerful sport
ATV ever, with big torque right off idle transitioning
into a fat midrange and monstrous top end.
Yamaha fuel injection means
consistently excellent engine performance
in a wide range of conditions, elevations,
and temperatures.
Hybrid steel and aluminum
frame with a Controlled Fill aluminum subframe
and cast swingarm pivot combine to produce
a super-strong structure and the lightest
ATV in its class.
Aggressive new styling reflects
Raptor 700R’s intent and YFZ-inspired
handling means it walks the walk too.
Long-travel suspension—9.1
inches front, 10.1 rear—a cush seat
and excellent ergonomics make the Raptor 700R
comfortable to ride hard all day long.
Yamaha
Raptor 700R ATV Engine
Forged lightweight piston,
connecting rod and crankshaft in the 686cc
engine are light and strong, for a hard-hitting,
quick-revving powerplant that revs all the
way to 9000 RPM. Dual counterbalancers keep
it smooth.
Yamaha fuel injection means
consistently excellent engine performance
in a wide range of conditions, elevations
and temperatures.
Competition-spec dry sump
lubrication system boosts usable horsepower
and keeps overall engine size more compact.
Digital TCI w/16-bit electronic
control unit controls fuel injection and ignition
systems for consistent performance and fantastic
throttle response.
Reliable, pushbutton electric
start in any gear adds extra convenience.
Race-bred five-speed transmission
with reverse, along with Raptor 700R’s
monstrous powerband mean there’s a choice
of gears in just about all situations.
YZ-spec ratchet shifter
ensures smooth, resistance-free shifting under
power. Heavy-duty clutch features extra sturdy
basket and plates designed to harness the
Raptor 700R’s power.
Easy-to-reach oil filter
and tool-free air filter.
Yamaha
Raptor 700R ATV Chassis/Suspension
State-of-the-art chassis combines a steel
front section with an aluminum rear section
and detachable subframe to create a super-strong
structure as well as the lightest ATV in its
class.
Compact, CAD-designed chassis design creates
the ideal wheelbase and low center of gravity
for light, quick, super-accurate steering.
Independent aluminum upper A-arm front
suspension features preload-adjustable shocks
and 9.1-inch travel for outstanding ride quality.
YZ-style piggyback rear shock gives 10.1-inch
wheel travel for maximum sport versatility
with preload, compression and rebound adjustment.
All-new cast aluminum swingarm carries
a chain quick-adjust mechanism that takes
most of the work out of that task.
Handlebar-mounted flip-type parking brake
lever and new rear brake caliper that adjust
automatically.
All-new high-performance 21x7-10 front
and 20x10-9 rear Dunlop radials with a specially
designed tread pattern deliver superb, class-leading
traction for razor-sharp handling in a variety
of terrain and conditions.
Lightweight aluminum wheels help enhance
suspension performance by reducing unsprung
weight.
YFZ450 twin-aluminum-piston front disc
brakes and new rear disc deliver tremendous
stopping power with less unsprung weight.
YFZ450 45mm serrated footpegs provide excellent
boot traction.
Controlled Fill aluminum subframe is light
and strong. So’s the composite front
grab bar.
Additional
Features
Long, YZ-style seat allows maximum rider
comfort and movement with superb sport-riding
ergonomics.
YFZ450 30-watt multireflector krypton headlights
set back in the front cowl add the perfect
no-compromises sporting accent, and an LED
taillight provides great visibility.
Large-capacity, 2.9-gallon fuel tank and
Yamaha fuel injection (YFI) means more time
on the trail between fill-ups.
