| Key Features: |
| | Raptor 700R Special Edition includes wave-style rear brake disc, dealer-installed GYTR® front grab bar and heel guards, plus special graphics and colors. | | | |
| | A 686 cubic centimeter Yamaha fuel-injected engine makes this the most powerful Yamaha sport ATV ever, with big torque right off idle, transitioning into a fat mid-range and monstrous top end. | | | |
| | America’s best-selling sport ATV comes standard with a digital meter. Riders have plenty of information available at a glance, including speedometer, dual trip meters, odometer, clock and engine warning indicators, plus neutral and reverse indicators. | | | |
| | Sport-tuned piggyback shocks provide long stroke for excellent sport-riding comfort, and are fully adjustable with convenient adjustment knobs to fine-tune the ride. | | | |
| | Hybrid steel and aluminum frame with a Controlled-Fill aluminum subframe and cast aluminum swingarm combine to produce a super-strong structure and the lightest ATV in its class. | | | |
| | Aggressive 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. | | | |
| New for 2011: |
| | New inner rolled wheel’s reduce weight while maintaining strength. | | | |
| Engine: |
| | Forged lightweight piston, connecting rod and crankshaft in the 686 cubic centimeter engine are light and strong, for a hard-hitting, quick-revving powerplant that revs all the way to 9,000 rpm. Dual counterbalancers keep it smooth. | | | |
| | Yamaha Fuel Injection (YFI) 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 with 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, means 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 provide added convenience. | | | |
| 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. | | | |
| | Compact, CAD-designed chassis creates the ideal wheelbase for light, quick, super-accurate steering. | | | |
| | Piggyback shocks provide excellent sport-riding comfort, with high- and low-speed compression adjustability, rebound and preload adjustability, and 9.1-inch travel. | | | |
| | YZ-style piggyback rear shock gives 10.1-inch wheel travel with high- and low-speed compression adjustability for maximum sport versatility, along with preload and rebound adjustment. | | | |
| | Front brake master cylinder features an adjustable lever for increased comfort and feel. | | | |
| | Twin aluminum-piston front disc brakes deliver tremendous stopping power. Discs are drilled, which helps reduce unsprung weight for excellent suspension compliance. | | | |
| | Cast aluminum swingarm carries an eccentric quick-adjust drive chain mechanism that takes most of the work out of that task. | | | |
| | Handlebar-mounted flip-type parking brake lever and rear brake caliper adjust automatically. | | | |
| | High-performance 21 x 7-10 front and 20 x 10-9 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. | | | |
| | Race-inspired 45 millimeter serrated footpegs provide excellent boot traction. | | | |
| | Controlled-fill aluminum subframe is light and strong. So is the composite front grab bar. | | | |
| Additional Features: |
| | Raptor 700R features a digital meter with speedometer, dual trip meters, odometer, clock, warning indicators for coolant and low fuel, plus neutral and reverse indicators. | | | |
| | Long, YZ-style seat allows maximum rider comfort and movement with superb sport-riding ergonomics. | | | |
| | Multi-reflector 30-watt 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) mean more time on the trail between fill-ups. | | | |
| | Thumb throttle lever has a smooth shape for a feel riders will appreciate, with less fatigue at the end of the day. | | | |
| | Styling is sharp and aggressive. | | | |
| | Special Edition gets a wave-type rear disc for great braking ability and race-ready looks, plus special front grab bar and footwells. |
