2024 Yamaha Raptor 700R Test Review
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- 2024 Yamaha Raptor 700R Test Review. For 2024, the Yamaha Raptor 700R turns 18-years-old, remaining as relevant as it was the day of its release. A sport ATV loved world-wide, due to its historically unmatched balance of performance, durability, and comfort. Since our last test of the Raptor 700R in 2016, very little has changed. Unrivaled, Yamaha believes there’s been little reason for updates.
For this test, we wanted to accomplish two things. First, get a fresh take on the Raptor from experienced riders who’ve never ridden it. Secondly, with the lack of modern sport ATV options and nearly every sport ATV ever produced being utilized for various types of racing at some point in history, we’re wondering if it’s past time to start considering the 700’s as a potential race machine for different disciplines.
To help us compile a fresh review and evaluate the Raptor’s potential for competition in an area where its stock attributes seem ideally suited, we met up with ATV cross country 30+ GNCC racer, Doug Kiric, and GNCC B class racer, Isaac Hart. Our test was held at Hidden Springs Ranch in Springfield, Ohio, where the OXCR holds races, providing a cross-country loop with mixed terrain that our riders were very familiar with.
No matter who we’ve invited to throw a leg over the Raptor for us through the years, they’ve always come away impressed. Most impressive to us is seeing how quickly two cross-country racers took to a machine that has been mainly overlooked by racers for nearly two decades. As popular as it is world-wide, there are obviously still riders out there missing out on what the King of sport quads has to offer.
Our riders felt the Raptor 700 is a great sport ATV for short trips or long rides. It’s well suited for the woods, the dunes, desert, or just about anywhere you want to take it. Watching during testing, and listening to our rider’s feedback, more than anything, the 2024 Yamaha Raptor 700R continues to excel at delivering maximum fun.
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we all owe a big thanks to yamaha for being the one and only manufacture that still makes an awesome machine like the raptor 700
Agreed. As a sport quad fan , it would come into consideration if we were purchasing other vehicles as well. The fact that Yamaha builds sport ATVs would make us more likely to consider their dirt bikes. Plus the fact that they make great dirt bikes.
Man I wish sport quads would make a come back
Fingers crossed.
I wish 3 wheelers would come back...
Doubtful. The younger crowd prefers sport quads but they have no money, especially being $10k to get in the game. Older crowd has the money but prefers utility machines. I made the transition from a pristine and low hour Honda 400EX 10 years ago (In my mid 30s and I hated to sell it as it was like new but I had no real use for it) to utility quads and I'll probably never go back. The vesatility of being able to switch to 4wd, plow snow, perform property maintenance, gather fire wood w/ lawn cart, a nice ride on the trails AND a much lower price to play? What's not to like?
@@anthonyg6221you fit the need for a utility quad perfectly. Not everybody needs it for that though
@@anthonyg6221So true. You get so much more for the money on a utility quad... If they lowered the price on the sports from 10k down to around 6-7k they would probably sell a boat load of them.
Your voice always reminds me of a time when every manufacturer made quads❤️
I wish I could bottle this comment and take it with me. Twenty years in the business this year. I appreciate all of you who have been listening for a long time.
Kinda reminds me of the guy who host’s Motor Trend TV…your voice that is
These reviews and voice just make me think back to the 2000s when I was a teen dreaming of a new machine. Not a worry in the world other than saving for a new quad.. ugh the good old days.
Well don't forget to stop once in a while and have some fun.
Same man simpler times for sure back then lol
I bought a brand new 700 special edition back in 2009 and im still riding it, almost 22k km and 600 engine hours, did amateur races,trail riding winter an summer, sand pits, never had an issue by far the best machine ever, its still have the oem battery and front brakes on it
Now that's an impressive reliability record!
I picked up a 24 700R in October last year and I love it. I took it to Little Sahara OK and had a blast in the dunes and looking forward to going back. I did the Big 3 in December and I'm ready to go back to the sand. For the Pure Sport and Sport ATV industry its kind of sad that Yamaha is the only manufacture still making quads. The new age of the 1L 4x4 machines is amazing and I though about getting one of those, but to me a small light weight 400lb machine just seems better. I also want to get a 450 this year and try to go to a local track and start racing (back of the pack mind you) as that just seems like the right thing to do ya know. Anyways, props to ATVonDemand for this review, props you Yamaha for continuing to pump out YFZ and Raptors. Maybe oneday we will get some competition again in the sport quad industry and see the revival similar to the early 2000s.
Your Raptor will run much better in the dunes now! We think that there are a lot of people out there that would prefer a lighter weight, Easier to work on and more affordable traditional sport quad. We hope to see a resurgence as well. Good luck in your racing endeavors. Keep us posted.
I’m glad you guys are still doing these reviews. So iconic
Not planning on stopping any time soon. Just wish we had more sport quads to test. They seem to make everyone happy.
New year, bold new colors. Exciting.
Still exciting to those of us who enjoy them and exciting for those just getting into it. We'd like some updates though.
@ATVonDemand ive got a 21 and im glad i got it. They loose customers if they dont make it better once in a while. I almost bought a used one.
This test reminds us how many riders underestimate how incredibly good the Yamaha Raptor 700R is until they ride it. SUBSCRIBE to watch our Raptor 700R vs Renegade 1000R vs Scrambler S Sport ATV Shootout!
This may have been done in the past but I’d like to see a raptor 700r with wider a arms and axle vs a stock yfz450R on a Mx track to see the difference in lap times
That will be interesting. People have argued the 850/1000 is too much, but when you do a power to weight, it's really in par with these sport quads.
It'll be fun seeing how that ratio plays out in the real world
@@droppedf100good one!
@@EC_ATV_OutdoorsWe are looking forward to it as well!!!
Can't wait to see that!
Amazing video, I love when new riders to the Raptor are always "pleasantly surprised " by it. Haha. I also have in my garage renegade 1000 and scrambler 1000s and they all have their place. I would love to see more racers adapt to the Raptor. I always said I don't understand why we don't see more using them in xc style races. To me it's the perfect bike for it.
Love making videos on this machine. Who knows maybe we can encourage more people to race them. We would strongly consider it.
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Such a good review like always!
We always try to give you 100%!
Amazing video as always, best ATV channel on YT.
I love the colors on the new raptor.
Cheers from Lima Peru 🇵🇪
Thank you so much! We hear there are some serious ATV riders in Peru
Been seeing your guys reviews of raptors for a long time and I finally got one a week ago 2024 raptor 700r se and its worth it love the atv and have big plans for it thanks for keeping sport quads in the light with reviews like this 💯
Sport quads are our favorite segment! Very happy to hear you were able to treat yourself to a new one. Check back and tell us what you do to it. Happy trails!
I started riding quads at 7 years old. Within a month I found a video online of a 700 raptor. It instantly became my dream quad. I worked my butt off for the next 9 years, and on my 16th birthday I bought a 2009 700R SE. it was and is in my mind the greatest ever built. I sold it because I was a dumb teenager. I’ve regretted that every day since. I’m really thinking about getting another raptor, and trying to get my now wife into sport quads
Love Hearing about your determination to get into the sport. The Raptor is definitely a favorite of our crew. Hope you make your dreams come true again soon!
Yamaha needs to bring back the 2 stroke atv
That would be fun. Unlikely however.
Another banger of a video!
BOOM! Glad we were able to make it for you.
Bought a 2022 700SE white and blue in august of ‘22.
Love her
Great to hear. Seems like there's a ton of us out here who own them and love them.
You need to do more classic two stroke tests
Yes we do!
Ive been XC racing a Raptor for a few years now and love it.
Good to hear that's encouraging.
Man that one test rider had an awesome shirt 😅 thanks Isaac for repping the OG shirt! So cool to see you in this video!
LOL. You will be seeing more of him in our future videos. Better send over a couple more shirts.
@@ATVonDemand I need to get some made 😅 Isaac is an AWESOME dude! Good choice 🤘
@BrewerOffroad 😂 no problem buddy! One of my favorites!!
Glad i got one. '21 Raptor 700R-SE in garage w/3.5hrs. Have '10 YFZ450X Bill Ballance edition too. Def want new YFZ450R (tho hasnt changed from '10 FI model). Get one while ya can! -NW Ohio
Sounds like you have a couple sweet machines. SW Ohio
I have two 2007 raptor 700’s that are in really nice condition with one of them that I can trace back to the original owner. The longevity of this machine is incredible. Wish you guys were closer to Arizona because it would be really cool if you guys can do a video on the longevity of these machines.
It's great that there are owners like you on here spreading the word on the Raptor's reliability. We wish we lived near Arizona too, especially this time of year. It's cold in Ohio.
@@ATVonDemand LOL 🍻
I’m so thankful Yamaha is still making the Raptor and another sport ATV. I’m not a fan of the 24 colors this year. The prices are getting out of control though. Other manufacturers need to get back in the market so this thing has some competition.
If a major manufacturer comes back to market, chances are it will be as expensive or more than the current yamahas. At least we would have some driving force for updates though.
Yamaha needs to bring back an updated banshee.
Yes but we will be lucky at this point to avoid going full electric.
@@ATVonDemand probably
I got a 24 SE and I love it. I’ve been messing around with the shocks because they were pretty soft. Trail riding they’re great but would bottom out on any jumps.
Yes we've had the same experience through the years. Seems like they went for a little more plushness. And a little less bottoming resistance back in 2015. We typically firm up the fronts when we start jumping bigger stuff.
@@ATVonDemand do you have any recommendations? I’m pretty new to adjusting shocks my old 400ex just had notches at the bottom.
Absolutely love mine got the 2024 se the day it came out still in 2023
Nothing better than a fresh Raptor
Are you guys going to be at the Pike State Forest APV opening weekend? I’ve seen a good sized group going on Facebook, me included. Some of the trails are pretty gnarly. Some ruts and hills are steeper and deeper than you’d think. Overall, a great place to ride!
We have a bunch of machines to get filmed so unfortunately we won't be able to make it. Take a go pro so you've got something to show😁🤟 We'd like to see it.
@@ATVonDemand already have it! Trying out a new audio setup. 2 lavalier mics positioned in both sides of my storage bag on my atv. Gonna sound great! I’ll also have a separate recorder for engine noise in the back. Gonna sound awesome!
I Ordered A Raptor 700R SE
Which Should Be in Soon!
Thankfully Yamaha did not sell out the Sportquad People.
I've Ridden Honda Quads since 1991 when I got my first quad, Honda 250X.
Honda Sold us out, in favor of the SxS crowd.
Great Video!
Will you agree with you completely. If they have all sold us out but yamah Hoping they can squeeze everybody into a 10 year loan for a $30000 side by side. Your first aATV was quite nice by the way. We did those old school 250X.
@@ATVonDemand Thanks, I still have it, Bought it new, Runs Great, I Enjoy it.
Heard rumors of them discontinuing the yfz450r in 2025. Hence the new AMA rules for Pro-am. I hope neither of these go anywhere and Honda releases that aluminum frame trx they have the patents for…
Honda says there is not enough consumer interest in sport quads to make it worth their time. Meanwhile, every manufacturer is discounting all of their side by side, and Yamaha is selling every sport quad they build at full retail. Yamaha has stated in numerous places that they have no interest in discontinuing either of their models.
Are the front fenders and seat cover black or dark blue? In videos and real photos they look black but on Yamahas website they look dark blue?
I have a 21 I love it !
We love ours too.
I love my 23 r se, best sport quad I have ever owned by far
What makes it your favorite?
@@ATVonDemand the lower to mid range power is absolutely monstrous, the handling is amazing for how narrow it is . Shocks are top notch ( they are pogo sticks until adjusted if your over 190 pounds). I also love the aftermarket support I just ordered the big three, and a steering stabilizer. Thanks for all the great content and helping keep sport quads alive.
@@Raptor700guyjust got my 2023 700R SE last year then had to have shoulder surgery so didn’t get to tinker with it I’m easily over 190 what would you recommend for setting on the suspension that’s something I wanted to get dialed in but not fully sure what to set it to and don’t know anyone in my area that may any info is appreciated
Thats what Im using to tackle the new 24hours atv race in New York in the Ironman class this summer 😏
Can you guys make a video on how to power slide and do corners there's no good videos on TH-cam how and I want to learn
This is a very good suggestion.
I was in high school in the early 2000s and wanted a Banshee soooo bad. I still kinda do but I think a Raptor would be way more practical in my “old age” lol
Can’t wait to snag mine next week I can’t sleep lol
We love new quad smell!
Hell yeahhhh! Raptor!!! 🍻🍻🍻
The GOAT. 1 man's opinion.
@@ATVonDemand I own two…both 2007’s and rode hard. Great condition and still competitive on the hill in the dunes. Unbelievable reliability and longevity!
Awesome!❤😮
It's easy to make having fun look fun🤣
Woah woah woah, the king of sport quads is a bold statement. They are great bikes that can make plenty of power and handle pretty well, but I, personally, much prefer the near 300lb weight of my 450s, also the 450s do out handle them substantially.
Saying this, but I am still impressed with Yamaha keeping sport quads alive and great video as always
Valid points 😁
When considering numbers sold, it is the king.
@@Hoonson with that logic the Toyota Corolla would be the king of cars
The Raptor is 17 lbs heavier than a YFZ. Neither is near 300 lbs.
@@mitchtavio yeah and the Yfz is a heavy pig without cutting weight but my Tri-ZF450 and ds450 are right around 300lbs, there are more 450s than just the Yfz
A GNCC-spec Raptor 700 build would make for an awesome video!
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*_This is such weak sauce these days!_*
_It's 2024 and Yamaha has an opportunity to take advantage of some of the amazing new technology that now exists, & completely capture the market with a true high performance beast!_
_Perhaps they too are just giving up, I mean.. they did say they are done manufacturing snowmobiles!_
_I would have loved to see an 80hp hybrid setup for once. and give us laser led headlights for christ sake!_
_We wanted a mind blowing re-release of an only semi-familiar beast!_
_Back to the drawing board to make it bigger, wider, and a hell of a lot meaner!_
_This thing needs a thousand and one revisions!_
_Major L for them!_
*Clearly they don't realize the lack of sales is only because the true machine people want to see simply just does not exist, so they go elsewhere!*
*The interest is there, and so are the buyers!* *This sport is farrrrr from dead!*
*Soooo, when are you guys going to release the 100HP, 100mph E-Raptor?!?!?* *_@YamahaMotorUSA_*
How's the stock suspension work for riders that weigh 300 pounds and 6'3"tall?
It's going to be on the soft side if you start jumping or pushing hard. If you find you are bottoming too easily. There are a number of companies that can simply revalve the stock shocks for about a grand. Well worth the investment.
@@ATVonDemand I'd definitely use rocket Ron to revalve the shocks
When that video its come
I’m surprised that Yamaha is still selling the raptor !!
They sell everyone they build.
I really feel that Yamaha could make some small improvements to the raptor such as the front bumper mounts are very under built, also the upper shock mount and lower A arm mounts are under built. I assume they are built that way for weight savings but it takes away from longevity of the frame
We haven't heard of a lot of failures in those areas. How old is your machine? Is do you jump a lot? Do you bottom your front shocks very often? Just curious.
@@ATVonDemand i hit jumps a lot at the sand dunes even tho I adjusted the stock shocks on my 700R I would still bottom it out alot, ended up cracking the upper shock mount and broke one of the lower a arms off. I love the raptor I just feel it could be beefed up a bit slightly in the frame department
USA is a huge market so any thoughts of sports quad production restart would have the us as the core market.Plus all the green taxes we have in Europe,fuel emissions etc would make it difficult to sell significant numbers here to make sense business wise.Been wondering if something could have been done based on the drz 400 recipe,cheap reliable and sell big numbers.
We might see some new machines coming down the pipe. But it will be from smaller manufacturers who want the business the larger companies don't care about. The major manufacturers aren't interested in much of anything besides $20,000 + side by sides of this point.
@@ATVonDemand Some kove or voge 250 400 450 family machine sounds good...
Its not the width that makes it not slide in the turns its the stock tires i thought the same thing then i put gbc tires on and it slides perfectly now the stock tires grip but they are not good around turns
For sure different tires could help. Widening it and lowering it a bit would also help.
Yea I was having alot of trouble with turns on mine I couldn't get it to kick out the way I needed it to in a heavier rider but I put after market tires on it and it was night and day I was able to kick it out and slide around turns perfectly while maintaining control
Sport quads rule!
Agreed!
These pro’s input remind me of the ancient one on visco lock vs Polaris awd and the “Pro’s”said visco engaged faster 😂😂😂😂 literally a mechanical impossibility 😮
No front differentials in this one. LOL
Wouldn't consider myself a "pro" and I wouldn't choose a raptor over my Yfz but I was pleasantly surprised with how much I liked the raptor and I definitely see the market and potential for it.
the reason why yamaha doesnt update isnt because its so good...there isn't any incentive to improve without competition. By now they should have included at least the bottom of the line display from the mt03/r3
How many miles on tank of gas?
Amazing enough we have not calculated that. There are large capacity fuel tanks available
Wish Yamaha would update the Grizzly 700 before I die.
Sounds like you need some ATV upgrades in your life.
@@ATVonDemand there was a Grizzly 700 with the 686cc engine with power steering in 2007 when I was in high school and 17 years old. In a month I’ll be 35 and that’s still basically exactly what we still have. Think about that for a minute. I love that 700 but come on man lol
so in short 10k for an unchanged machine from 2016 BUT NOW WITH EXCITING NEW COLORS AND REFLECTORS ... just buy a used one for 4k take that extra 6k and make it a monster for anything u want
While there might be some truth in what you say. When Yamaha stops selling them, they will stop building them. Then we will have no sport quads. Some things are worth knowing but not necessarily worth saying. It's hard to blame Yamaha for not updating the machines when no one else cares enough to build them.
@@ATVonDemand yea u at correct. I never thought about it that way.. the sxs and utvs are such a major part of the market well most of it the companys don't even care about the sport quads anymore.. so why update and take the time and resources away from ur main money maker I guess
@@mattrimmel9165 Yamaha cells every YFZ and raptor they build. We think the main lack of updates is due to a lack of competition. We are doing everything a publication can do to encourage more manufacturers to get involved. Who knows, maybe we will have some succces.
Some people have more money than time and would rather start fresh. Every used vehicle I ever got always needed work and sometimes you wanna spoil yourself for your hard work haha. It's a win-win for everyone, new models being sold keeps the used market going and keeps companies making parts. I think prices would have to come down if Honda or Suzuki came out with a 400/450 quad though. Really would like to see a 450 with reverse again. Or the 700 in a yfz frame😯🤔
Bring back sport quads !!!
YES!
Same cake, different color. Time for something new
Like what?
Great video, but if I could offer some constructive feedback - just talk to us in a normal voice, your inflection made this video sound like a 20 minute commercial. Also, the corny spy-movie music in the background is incredibly annoying!
Rude. LOL
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9K? is what universe? Try 16K at ANY dealer.
Go ahead, call those dealers and tell them you have 10K cash. You won't have enough. It will be damn near double in dealer fees.
In the universe of the united states.
Call the dealer. I did. I have been wanting a new raaptor. can not find one for under 14K In Florida. @@ATVonDemand
@@gopherchucksgamingnstuff2263 What country are you in?
I am in Apollo Beach Florida. The MSRP may be that price, but you will not get out the door for that. When I got my sons bike. I was looking at a 24 R3 it was listed at $5899. I called and asked for the cash price out the door. That instantly became $8600. I ended up going to aa house not far from mine to get a Ninja 300 with 2400 miles on it. He asked for 4K. That was the price when I got there. I am, not picking on you but you know damn well the dealer will not let that bike go for less than 40 to 50% above MSRP. @@ATVonDemand
🙃 "promosm"
This seems like a paid test😂
It was!!! 🤣 But not by Yamaha. Thank you to Catdo, Maxima and Fuel Customs for sponsoring our Raptor test.