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xtremerider
02-03-2002, 05:35 PM
Alot of people say that the raptor has horrible handling. i was thinking bout buying one but i want to know if i'm gonna have trouble handling it. also if anyone knows anytihng else that might create problems with a 5'5ft 120 lb boy would run into riding one please let me know. thanks

NJ300ex
02-03-2002, 06:38 PM
When people say horrible handling I think they are talking about it being narrow and tall, but after riding it for awhile you get use to it and you don't notice it.

kabd69667
02-03-2002, 06:57 PM
thats a big machine for such a small guy. How old are you? I think you need somthing less powerful and that has better handling and is lighter. Hey, thats just my opinion. You might be an awesome rider, if you are, sure get the raptor.

xtremerider
02-03-2002, 07:25 PM
i'm 15 and i have had a blaster and a 300ex already but i still need something better just like everyone else.:devil

400exJOE
02-04-2002, 02:22 PM
well lets just say this, the raptor's handling might not be quite as good as a 400ex, but it will sure beat a blaster or 300ex by a landslide! Plus they have tons of power. I would say 400ex or Raptor. Both are top-of-the-line machines.

TrengaBlaster3
02-04-2002, 04:36 PM
Joe.... (clear throat) ... think about what your saying.

400exJOE
02-04-2002, 07:48 PM
lol! sorry bout that. I was just comparing it to his two quads that he already owns. AND, its all rider anyways.:D

xtremerider
02-04-2002, 09:13 PM
Well it better be better than the blaster and 300ex that i've owned. please keep the comments coming.:D

02-05-2002, 08:13 AM
Although I have two 400exs, I have also owned a Raptor for one year.

I have to admit that it is easier to hop on the 400ex from the Raptor and ride than vice versa. The Raptor takes a while to get used to riding. I don't think it has as much to do with the tippiness as it does with the power. When trail riding, you can always just gas the 400ex without much hope of loosing the front-end. Try this on the Raptor at the wrong time and the front wheels lift and then you don't have your steering. I am 6'5" tall so the 400ex feels a little small to me.

You can lower the Raptor with aftermarket shocks or Durablu (sp?) lowering kits.

If you get a Raptor, I would buy a new 2002 over a used 2001.

The 400ex is more reliable. I think much of that is due to the engine output. I think you would have many more mechanical failures on the 400ex if you put a more potent engine in it.

The 400ex handles better in stock form and lands better from jumps too. The factory 400ex suspension is better than Yamaha's. If you are looking to go aftermarket, then this is all a mute point. Same if you plan to go wider with a-arm and axle mods.

Hope this helps.

/Jon

xtremerider
02-05-2002, 09:01 PM
so ur saying that it won't be to good in the woods or at least not as good as a 400ex? and i don't want to go into to much aftermarket parts.:rolleyes:

02-06-2002, 06:39 AM
Yea, not quite as good in the woods but it is not a night and day difference...very marginal difference. But then again, the 400ex isn't as good as the 300ex on really tight trails. It's all relative.

/Jon