The Yamaha has made history by manufacturing the Raptor 700R, and they got success in adding it to the list of top ten best sport quad bikes in the world. The new 2017 Yamaha Raptor 700R Sports Quad Bike features the best engine with remarkable features. This year is continuing its reign as the King of big-bore sports quad bike with the best performance, style and comfort. The graphics and colour combination are excellent. The seat gives a superb sitting position and providing the maximum control over the monster. The review of new 2017 Yamaha Raptor 700R Sports Quad Bike with price and specification are as follows.
2017 Yamaha Raptor 700R Sports Quad Bike – Price and Specification
Engine Features
The all-new 2017 Yamaha Raptor 700R Sports Quad Bike features the forged lightweight piston, connecting rod and a crankshaft in its powerful engine of 686 ccs. The engine is light and durable for hard-hitting, quick-revving powerplant that can rev all the war to 9000 rpm. The dual counter balancers keep the performance in the smooth level. The use of new Yamaha Fuel Injection (YFI) means the excellent performance of the engine in the broad range of conditions, temperatures and elevations. The new digital TCI with the 32-bit electronic control unit controls the fuel injection and ignition systems for better performance and tremendous response of throttle. The engine can be started by the use of reliable push-button electric begun in any gear for great convenience. The new Race-bred five-speed transmission with a reverse gear comes as a standard along with this monster, the same feature is also present in 2017 Yamaha Raptor 700. The new gear system ensures the smooth and resistance free shifting under power. The Heavy-duty clutch has sturdy basket and plates of the new design for maximising the power. The oil filter is very easy to reach, and its air filter is tool free, offering an added convenience.
Chassis/ Suspension Features
The new 2017 Yamaha Raptor 700R Sports Quad Bike features the state-of-the-art chassis that combines with the new steel front section with an YZ-style piggyback rear shock. This rear shock absorber has a wheel travel of 10.1 inches along with the preload adjustment. These new YZ-style piggyback shocks are fully adjustable with the low and high-speed compression adjustability for maximum sports versatility. The front wheel travel is about 9.1 inches while the rear shock offers the wheel travel of 10.1 inches. This Yamaha Bike features twin aluminum-piston front disc brake that delivers a tremendous amount of stopping power. These discs are drilled, which helps the unsprung weight for an excellent suspension. The new 2017 Yamaha Raptor 700R Sports Quad Bike also features an additional twin-piston rear brake for maximum stopping power. The new high performing front 22×10-9 and a rear Maxxis tires of 20×10-9 are specially designed with the tread pattern to deliver the best handling for a variety of surfaces. It uses a lightweight aluminium wheel, which helps to enhance the performance of suspension by reducing the unsprung weight. The new 45 mm of foot pegs are race-inspired offering the best boot traction. The new aluminium subframe is light and vigorous. It is composite to the front grab bar.
Other Features
The new 2017 Yamaha Raptor 700R Sports Quad Bike uses the great YZ-style seat that allows the maximum rider comfort and movement for better control. The use of new multi-reflector 30 watts Krypton headlights are set back in the front cowl by adding the perfect no-compromise to the sporty accent. The LED taillight offers the high visibility. The fuel is large and has a capacity to store 2.9 gallons of fuel. Due to the use of new YFI, it gives excellent mileage. The thumb throttle levers feature the smooth shape for the rider. It offers a pleasant ride with less fatigue at the end of a day. The new Handlebar-mounted flip-type parking brake lever is very simple to use. This Sports ATV has a Yamaha Diagnostic tool-rear for improved serviceability and making Yamaha Brand as one of the Best Quad Bike Brand. This quad is assembling in U.S.A. with other Yamaha Vehicles.
2017 Yamaha Raptor 700R Sports Quad Bike – Price
The all-new 2017 Yamaha Raptor 700R Sports Quad Bike is available from June 2016 with the price of $8,399. It is available in Team Yamaha Blue/ White colour option.
Top Key Features
- Aggressive Style.
- Big-Bore Power.
- Advanced Chassis.
- Rider-Friendly Features.
- Advanced Suspension.
2017 Yamaha Raptor 700R Sports Quad Bike – Specs with Pics
Engine
| Engine Type | 686 cc liquid-cooled SOHC 4-stroke; 4 valves |
| Bore x Stroke | 102 mm x 84 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Delivery | Yamaha Fuel Injection (YFI), 44 mm |
| Ignition | TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition |
| Starting System | Electric |
| Transmission | 5-speed w/reverse; wet multi-plate clutch |
| Final Drive | X-ring chain; 2WD |
Chassis
| Suspension / Front | Independent double wishbone w/piggyback high/low-speed compression, rebound and threaded preload adjustment, 9.1 inches travel |
| Suspension / Rear | Cast aluminium swingarm w/piggyback high/low-speed compression, rebound and threaded preload adjustment, 10.1 inches travel |
| Brakes / Front | Dual hydraulic disc |
| Tires / Front | AT22 x 7-10 Maxxis® |
| Brakes / Rear | Hydraulic disc |
| Tires / Rear | AT20 x 10-9 Maxxis® |
Dimensions
| L x W x H | (72.6 x 45.5 x 43.9) inches |
| Seat Height | 32.7 inches |
| Maximum Ground Clearance | 9.5 inches |
| Wheelbase | 50.4 inches |
| Fuel Capacity | 2.9 gallons |
| Wet Weight | 422 lb |
| Lighting | Dual 30 W Krypton headlights and LED brake light |
Other
| Warranty | 6 Month (Limited Factory Warranty) |
Conclusion
The review of recently launched 2017 Yamaha Raptor 700R Sports Quad Bike is covered under the best review site www.bikescatalog.com. It is a fantastic quad bike with the powerful and extremely responsive engine. The chassis is excellent and has the best design. Each and every part of this quad bike offers the best performance in all conditions.
