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For 2015, Yamaha has taken its most popular big bore sport quad, the Raptor 700R, and made some big changes that has not only increased the power of the 686cc torque monster, but also has better fuel economy. The changes to the 2015 Yamaha Raptor 700R are impressive as Yamaha continues the evolution of the Raptor 700R.
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| Since replacing its popular Rhino line of UTV’s, Yamaha has been working to expand on the Viking line and has been quite successful in their efforts. For 2015, Yamaha has introduced the new Yamaha Viking VI, with an extra row of seats to accommodate six passengers. |
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For 2014, the Yamaha Grizzly 700 Utility ATV received several substantial updates including wider front a-arms, longer suspension, engine updates, new tires, and improved EPS settings. |
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In 2009, Yamaha released the YFZ450R, which replaced the original YFZ450. Now, five years later, Yamaha’s championship winning Yamaha YFZ450R has received many upgrades for 2014. |
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In 2003, Yamaha changed the face of the performance SxS vehicles with the release of the Yamaha Rhino 660, which quickly grabbed the attention of off-road enthusiast, hunters, and farmers. As sales exploded for the Yamaha Rhino, many other OEMs quickly released rival SxS / UTV models, and just over ten years later, there is a full range of SxS off-road vehicles for consumers to select from to meet their individual needs. |
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Yamaha invited ATVriders.com out to Imperial Sand Dunes in California for the eleventh annual Special Edition Glamis sand dunes ride event, and for 2013, Yamaha once again released both the YFZ450R SE and Raptor 700R SE sport ATV models.
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For 2013, Yamaha announced in June the Special Edition Tactical Black Grizzly 700 EFI EPS Utility ATV and Rhino 700 FI SxS, which feature an all new matte black body and cast aluminum wheels. These new Special Edition models were specifically released with the outdoor shooting enthusiast in mind, so Yamaha invented the media to the Gunsite Academy in Prescott, AZ. |
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2013 Yamaha Raptor 700 & 700r ATV Test Ride Review |
| Yamaha
is known for their extensive Sport ATV lineup.
The Yamaha Raptor 700 sport ATV has been the number
one selling sport ATV on the market for years,
and its large displacement engine, smooth comfortable
ride. For model Year 2013 Yamaha offers two versions the Raptor 700 & 700R Sport ATV. |
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2012
Yamaha YFZ450 Sport ATV Test Ride / Review |
| With the economic
downturn in 2008, Yamaha came up with a solution to the problem
and help out their loyal consumers by re-introducing
the original Yamaha YFZ450 sport ATV to their 2012 line
up, with a few changes to help keep costs down for
the customer. |
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2011
Yamaha Raptor 125 Sport ATV Test Ride Review |
| Yamaha is
known for putting out “first in its class”
machines, and trying to fulfill the needs of its
loyal customers . Based on the Yamaha’s Raptor 250 design, the 2012 Yamaha Raptor 125 ATV was designed to fill a void in the youth and entry level sport quad genre that had previously been left to the Taiwan and Chinese manufacturers. |
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2011 Yamaha Raptor 700R SE & YFZ450R SE ATV Glamis Ride |
| Annually, Yamaha releases Special Edition sport ATV models, and for 2011, they released a Raptor 700R SE in June, followed by the YFZ450R SE in November, and once again, these Yamaha Special Edition models are well worth the wait with a great mix of styling and additional accessories. |
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2011
Yamaha Grizzly 450 4x4 EPS Utility ATV Test Ride
/ Review |
| While Yamaha frequently
gets a lot of attention for their performance /
sport line of ATV’s, the manufacturer’s
utility line of Grizzly ATV’s is also one
of the best on the market. With many new upgrades
and improved performance, the 2011 Yamaha Grizzly
line is sure to please even the most discerning
consumers. |
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2010 Yamaha YFZ450R SE & Raptor 700R SE ATV Ride Review |
| Yamaha kicked off 2010 with their annual Special Edition Sport ATV ride at the Imperial Sand Dunes in California, which has become one of the most anticipated ride events of the year for those lucky enough to attend. There we had a chance to test ride the 2010 Yamaha YFZ450R & Raptor 700R SE |
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2010
Yamaha YFZ450X ATV Cross Country Test Ride Review |
| The growing market for
purpose-specific ATVs has brought many new choices
to the consumer, when shopping for their ideal machine.
Yamaha has listened to their customers and has offered
up a new, powerful machine that fills a void in
the woods and cross-country realm, the Yamaha YFZ450X.
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Yamaha
YFZ450R Versus Yamaha YFZ450 ATV Review |
| After racing the Yamaha YFZ450 in the GNCC Racing Series, GNCC XC1 Pro ATV Racer & ATVriders.com Test Rider Jarrod McClure compares the pro and cons of the two Yamaha powerhouse sport ATV machines while racing the Grand National Cross Country Series. |
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Yamaha
Rallies Behind The Rhino 700 FI Sport Edition
SxS |
| Since the fall of 2003, Yamaha has
had a target on its back. That was the year Yamaha
launched the innovative 2004 Rhino 660 Side-By-Side
vehicle. Although it was not the first side-by-side
machine, the Rhino took the off-road industry by
storm and wowed consumers worldwide. Competitive
manufacturers rushed to develop, or re-energize,
their side-by-side offerings, realizing the world’s
demands for such a capable and versatile machine.
With new product offerings —a Rhino 700 FI
and Rhino 450 — Yamaha’s utility vehicle
continued to appeal to the masses and grow in popularity.
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Jarrod
McClure’s 2009 Yamaha YFZ450 GNCC Pro ATV
Build |
| For the 2009 GNCC racing
series I decided I would be racing a Yamaha YFZ
450 ATV. I chose to race the older YFZ, not the
new YFZ450R, because there is already a ton of aftermarket
parts available, and also since it has been proven
at all types of racing over the past few years.
I would like to give you some insight on what I
did to make my YFZ450 race ready. |
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Yamaha
Raptor 250 ATV Motocross Race Test Review |
| The Yamaha Raptor 250
has been successful since its introduction, appealing
to both the older youth market and beginning adult
riders. After a year on the sales floor and with
the second year model out, Yamaha had had several
requests from the media for an event to see the
Raptor 250 in race action |
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2009
Yamaha YFZ450R ATV Motocross Ride Review - Day
Two |
| We were highly anticipating
the second day of our test ride on Yamaha’s
new YFZ450R and could not wait to put it to the
test in its preferred environment, the motocross
track. We had high hopes for this machine and once
we hit the track, the YFZ450R aimed to please at
the LACR Motocross Track |
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2009
Yamaha YFZ450R ATV Trail Ride Review - Day One |
| Yamaha made arrangements
for us to test out the new Yamaha YFZ450R at Hungry
Valley just outside of Gorman, CA. The scenic high
desert terrain provided us with miles of wide open
sandy trails and steep washouts that would challenge
theYFZ450R’s power and handling abilities
on the Trails |
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2009
Yamaha Grizzly 550 4x4 FI EPS Utility ATV Test
Ride / Review |
| For 2009, Yamaha
has taken everything they put into the Grizzly 700
and developed an all new Grizzly 550 based on its
big brother. Yamaha invited ATVriders.com up to
Lake Arrowhead California to experience the new
Grizzly 550 first hand for our test ride review |
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2008
Yamaha Raptor 250 ATV Project Build Review |
| When Yamaha released the Raptor 250 Sport ATV in late 2007, it quickly became the leader among the class of its sub 300cc counterparts with features that are typically only found in larger displacement ATV models, so we decided it would be the perfect machine for competing among the youth ranks in cross county and motocross racing for our young rider. |
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2008
Yamaha Rhino 700 EFI UTV / SideXSide Vehicle Review |
| The Yamaha Rhino 660
revolutionized the SXS / UTV market when it was
first released in 2004, and for 2008, Yamaha released
the Rhino 700 EFI, which takes the level of performance
of the Rhino to another level, and we had the chance
to ride new model at Brimstone Recreation Park in
Tennessee |
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2008
Yamaha Raptor 250 Sport ATV Review |
| Yamaha discontinued
production of the highly popular Blaster 2000 in
2006, which left many wondering what would replace
it. Well, the answer has come with the release of
the Raptor 250 4-Stroke Sport ATV, which surpasses
the Blaster in nearly ever category, so check out
the full Review!
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2007
Yamaha Rhino 660 UTV / SxS Vehicle Review |
| Yamaha’s Rhino
660cc offers an abundance of features that has put
it at the top of the UTV ranks. From its first in
class independent rear suspension offering 7.3 inches
of wheel travel allowing for the occupants to stay
out on the trail longer with out fatigue, so check
out the full Review!
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2007
Yamaha YFZ450 & Raptor 700 Special Edition
ATV Review |
| The Raptor 700 and
YFZ450 received major updates in 2006 with Raptor
being completely reengineered and the YFZ450 receiving
a over 80 changes, so for 2007, the changes to both
models were more subtle than the prior year, but
there were still some minor improvements. Check
out the Special Edition ATV's. |
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2007
Yamaha Grizzly 700 Fuel Injection 4x4 Utility
ATV Review |
| Yamaha was so excited
about their new proclaimed “King of the
Forest” they invited out virtually every
ATV media outlet to the Paws Up resort in Missoula,
Montana to spend a day riding their all new Grizzly
700, so we could decide whether or not, the Grizzly
actually lived up to its hype. Read the full Review! |
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2007
Yamaha Big Bear 400 IRS 4x4 Utility ATV Review |
| Off we go to Middle Eastern
Alabama for some serious off road fun at the Dirty
Dog Off Road Park. This place is known for its deep
mud drags and serious swamp like conditions that
will surely serve up some messy conditions. How
does this redesigned ATV perform? Find out in the
full Review! |
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2006
Wolverine 450 4x4 On-Command Sport Utility ATV
Review |
| Yamaha set out to improve
the Wolverine 350 with more power, better handling,
and sporty feel yet still handle any terrain it
encountered. To accomplish their goal they went
with a different frame, engine, tires, and look.
When they were finished, they ended up with the
new Wolverine 450 4x4. How did they do? Read on! |
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2006
Yamaha YFZ450 Sport ATV Review |
| The 2006 model received
over 80 changes in an effort to make the YFZ450
the best Sport ATV ever produced, so it was only
fitting to invite the major ATV media outlets out
to California to test out the newly improved YFZ450
for themselves and ATVriders.com was on this exclusive
list. Check out the Review! |
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