A New Rider's Take on Yamaha's 70th-Anniversary Raptor 700R & YFZ450R
I got the invite to the 2026 Yamaha Sport ATV Media Ride near Bend, Oregon, and my first honest reaction was a mix of excitement and a low-grade worry that I was about to embarrass myself in front of people who ride for a living. The event was built around the 70th anniversary release of two machines that many riders treat as sacred ground: the YFZ450R and the Raptor 700R. Seven decades of sport ATV heritage, and here I was, a guy whose entire quad résumé amounted to slow, sensible, utility stuff.
Yamaha Sport ATV Shootout: YFZ450R Vs. Raptor 700R
To see which is the best production ATV available, we put the two best selling Yamaha Sport ATV models head to head in the dunes of Winchester Bay, OR.
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Can-Am Commander DPS 1000R vs. Yamaha RMAX2 1000 vs. Polaris General 1000: By the Numbers
We have a look at the numbers to see how the new 2021 Can-Am Commander stacks up vs. the Yamaha RMAX2 1000 and Polaris General 1000.
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Polaris RZR Trail vs. RZR Trail S: By the Numbers
As their names suggest, the Polaris RZR Trail and RZR Trail S share a lot in common, but there are some notable differences beyond their width.
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Polaris RZR Trail S 1000 Ultimate Vs. Can-Am Maverick Sport X XC 1000R...By the Numbers
The 2021 Polaris RZR Trail S 1000 Ultimate and Can-Am Maverick Sport XC 1000R rely on mid-size Sport UTV platforms and come loaded with features.
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2021 Yamaha Wolverine RMAX2 1000 vs. Polaris General 1000 Deluxe: By the Numbers
How does the new 2021 Yamaha Wolverine RMAX2 1000 compare to the Polaris General? Lets have a look at how they stack upby the numbers.
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Magellan TRX7 CS Vs. Garmin Overlander: Off-Road GPS Showdown
Searching for a GPS that’ll help find your way back to civilization? We compare the pros and cons of the Magellan TRX7 CS and Garmin Overlander GPS units to help you decide which is best for you.
2021 Can-Am Outlander 650 DPS Vs. Suzuki KingQuad 750AXi Power Steering: By the Numbers
The 2021 Can-Am Outlander 650 DPS and Suzuki KingQuad are a pair of upper-middleweight ATVs designed for both work and fun. Lets see how they compare.
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2021 Polaris Sportsman 450 H.O. vs. 2021 Honda Rancher 4×4: By the Numbers
The brand new 2021 Polaris Sportsman 450 H.O. was just introduced and we wanted to see how it compared on paper to the Honda Rancher 4x4.
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2021 Honda Talon 1000X vs. Kawasaki Teryx KRX 1000 vs. Yamaha YXZ1000R: By the Numbers
The 2021 Honda Talon 1000X, Kawasaki Teryx KRX 1000 and Yamha YXZ1000R have plenty in common. Lets see how they stack up on paper.
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2021 Kawasaki Mule 4010 4×4 vs. John Deere Gator HPX615E: By the Numbers
The Kawasaki Mule 4010 4x4 and John Deere Gator HPX615E dont get a lot of press, but these rugged UTVs are what you need when theres work to be done.
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Honda Talon Live Valve Vs. Polaris RZR Dynamix: Suspension Comparison
FOX Live Valve shocks are found in both the Honda Talon and Polaris RZR Dynamix UTVs. How do these two active suspension systems compare?
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2020 Polaris Scrambler 850 Vs. Can-Am Renegade 850: By the Numbers
The 2020 Polaris Scrambler 850 and Can-Am Renegade 850 Sport-Utility ATVs are designed to offer a mix of sporty fun and work capabilities.
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2020 Kawasaki Teryx KRX 1000 vs. Can-Am Maverick Sport X RC
Both the 2020 Kawasaki Teryx KRX 1000 and Can-Am Maverick Sport X RC are excellent Sport UTVs, but which one would we choose?
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2020 Honda Pioneer 1000 Deluxe vs. Can-Am Defender DPS HD10: By the Numbers
The 2020 Honda Pioneer 1000 Deluxe and Can-Am Defender DPS HD10 are Utiity UTVs with similar price tags. Lets see how they compareby the numbers.
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2020 Yamaha Grizzly XT-R vs. Polaris Sportsman 850 Premium LE: By the Numbers
The 2020 Yamaha Grizzly XT-R and Polaris Sportsman 850 Premium LE are built on proven platforms and come loaded from the factory with extras.
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2019 Yamaha YFZ450R Vs. 2006 Yamaha YFZ450
If you are in the market for a Yamaha YFZ450, is it better to pony up the extra money for a new YFZ450R or look to a used model? Lets find out.
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2020 Can-Am Maverick Trail 1000 DPS Vs. Polaris RZR 900 Premium
We got our hands on the 2020 Can-Am Maverick Trail 1000 DPS and Polaris RZR 900 Premium to see how these 50-inch machines compare.
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2020 Kawasaki Teryx KRX 1000 Vs. Honda Talon 1000R: By the Numbers
How does the new Kawasaki Teryx KRX 1000 compare to other Sport UTVs? Let's see how matches up with the Honda Talon 1000...by the numbers.
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2020 Polaris General XP 1000 Deluxe Vs. Arctic Cat Havoc: By the Numbers
The Polaris General XP 1000 Deluxe and Arctic Cat Havoc allow you to have your cake and eat it, too with the ability to work and play in style.
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2020 Yamaha Kodiak 700 EPS Vs. Yamaha Grizzly EPS: By the Numbers
Though the 2020 Yamaha Kodiak 700 EPS and Yamaha Grizzly EPS share an awful lot in common, they have much different target audiences.
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Honda Talon 1000X-4 Fox Live Valve Vs. Can-Am Maverick X3 Max Turbo: By the Numbers
The Honda Talon 1000X-4 Fox Live Valve is Big Reds first four-seat Sport UTV. Let's see how it matches up against the Can-Am Maverick X3 Max Turbo.
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UTV Tire Comparison: ITP Blackwater Vs. Maxxis Bighorn
The ITP Blackwater and Maxxis Bighorn are two of the most popular UTV tires available. Lets see how they compare against each other.
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2019 Honda Talon 1000R Vs. Textron Wildcat XX: By the Numbers
We wanted to see how the 2019 Honda Talon 1000R and Textron Wildcat XX compared by the numbers in a battle of naturally aspirated Sport UTVs.
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2019 Textron Alterra 700 XT Vs. Yamaha Kodiak 700 EPS: By the Numbers
The 2019 Textron Alterra 700 XT and Yamaha Kodiak 700 DPS are a pair of big-bore and budget-friendly ATVs. Lets see how they compareby the numbers.
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2019 Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 Premium vs. Can-Am Outlander XT-P 1000R: By the Numbers
When it comes to Utility ATVs, its the 2019 Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 Premium and Can-Am Outlander XT-P 1000R are industry leaders.
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2019 Honda Talon 1000X vs. Polaris RZR XP 1000: By the Numbers
We waited a long time to meet the 2019 Honda Talon 1000X and see how it compares to the Polaris RZR. Lets find out how they stack up on paper.
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2019 Yamaha Grizzly 90 vs. Polaris Sportsman 110: By the Numbers
Both the Yamaha Grizzly 90 and Polaris Sportsman 110 offer young riders a chance to have a Utility ATV, complete with cargo racks, just like mom and dad.
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2019 Polaris RZR 570 EPS vs. CFMoto ZForce 500 Trail: By the Numbers
Two key players in the entry level Sport UTV segment are the 2019 Polaris RZR 570 EPS and CFMOTO ZForce 500 Trail. Lets see how they compare.
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2019 Yamaha Raptor 90 vs. 2019 Can-Am DS90: By the Numbers
The 2019 Yamaha Raptor 90 and Can-Am DS90 are Youth ATVs designed to look like full-size Sport ATVs. Let's see how they compare...by the numbers.
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2019 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 Northstar Edition vs. John Deere Gator XUV835M HVAC
Both the 2019 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 Northstar Edition and the John Deere Gator XUV835M HVAC are ready to work this winter. Lets see how they compare.
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2019 Textron Prowler 500 vs. Honda Pioneer 500: By the Numbers
The 2019 Textron Prowler 500 and Honda Pioneer 500 take different approaches with the compact Utility UTV. Lets see how they compareby the numbers.
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2019 Textron Havoc vs. 2019 Polaris General: By the Numbers
The 2019 Textron Havoc and Polaris General base models share quite a bit in common. Lets see how they stack upby the numbers.
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Textron Prowler Pro Crew Ranch Edition vs. Kawasaki Mule Pro-FXT Ranch Edition
It turns out that the latest multi-passenger utility UTVs from Textron and Kawasaki have more in common that the Ranch Edition label.
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2019 Honda Pioneer 1000 LE vs. Yamaha Wolverine X2 R-Spec SE: By the Numbers
The 2019 Honda Pioneer 1000 LE and Yamaha Wolverine X2 R-Spec SE are designed for adventurous riding. Lets see how they compare.
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2019 Can-Am Outlander MAX 6×6 DPS 450 vs. Polaris Sportsman 6×6 570 Big Boss: By the Numbers
The 2019 Can-Am Outlander MAX 6x6 DPS 450 and Polaris Sportsman 6x6 570 Big Boss are designed to handle anything you can throw at them.
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2019 Polaris RZR XP 4 Turbo S vs. 2019 Can-Am Maverick X3 MAX X rs Turbo R: By the Numbers
The 2019 Polaris RZR XP 4 Turbo S and Can-Am Maverick X3 MAX X rs Turbo R are the ultimate four-seat Sport side-by-sides.
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Can-Am Maverick Sport 1000 DPS vs. Polaris RZR S 900 EPS: By the Numbers
The Can-Am Maverick Sport 1000 DPS and Polaris RZR S 900 EPS share an awful lot in common. Lets see how they compareby the numbers.
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2019 Kawasaki Mule PRO-MX vs. Polaris Ranger 570 EPS: By the Numbers
The 2019 Kawasaki Mule Pro-MX and Polaris Ranger 570 are a pair of mid-sized utility UTVs and we decided see how they compareby the numbers.
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2019 Polaris RZR XP 1000 Dynamix vs. Textron Wildcat XX: By the Numbers
The 2019 Polaris RZR XP 1000 Dynamix and Textron Wildcat XX both feature unique suspension systems. Lets see how they compareby the numbers.
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2019 Polaris Sportsman 850 vs. Can-Am Outlander 850: By the Numbers
The 2019 Polaris Sportsman 850 and Can-Am Outlander 850 pack value and horsepower into utility machines. Lets see how they compareby the numbers.
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2019 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 EPS High Lifter Edition vs. Can-Am Defender X MR: By the Numbers
Both the Polaris Ranger XP 1000 EPS High Lifter Edition and the Can-Am Defender X MR saw upgrades for 2019. Lets see how they compareby the numbers.
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2018 Kawasaki Mule Pro MX LE vs. Cub Cadet Challenger 750 EPS: By the Numbers
The Kawasaki Mule Pro MX LE and Cub Cadet Challenger 750 are two midsized Utility UTVs ready to be put to work. Let's see how they compare by the numbers.
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2018 Kawasaki Mule SX 4×4 XC SE vs. American Landmaster Landstar 677EPS: By the Numbers
Kawasakis mighty mini Mule SX has some competition coming from the Midwest Indiana, to be exact in the form of the American Landmaster Landstar 677EPS.
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2019 Can-Am Commander XT 1000R vs. Textron Havoc X: By the Numbers
Whether you're working or playing, both the 2019 Can-Am Commander XT 1000R and Textron Havoc X have the power to get the job done and keep you grinning.
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2019 Yamaha Wolverine X2 R-Spec SE vs. Kawasaki Teryx LE: By the Numbers
The Wolverine has been rivals with the Teryx since Day 1. How does the new 2019 Yamaha Wolverine X2 R-Spec compare with the flagship Kawasaki Teryx LE?
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Textron Prowler Pro XT vs. Kawasaki Mule Pro FX EPS LE: By the Numbers
The Textron Prowler Pro XT and Kawasaki Mule Pro FX EPS LE are two machines built to get the job done. Let's see how they compareby the numbers.
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2019 Suzuki KingQuad 750 AXi EPS vs. Yamaha Grizzly EPS: By the Numbers
The 2019 Suzuki KingQuad 750 AXi EPS and Yamaha Grizzly EPS are a pair of single-cylinder Utility ATVs that we decided to compareby the numbers.
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2018 Textron Alterra 700 XT EPS vs. Yamaha Kodiak 700 EPS: By the Numbers
The 2018 Textron Alterra 700 XT EPS and Yamaha Kodiak 700 EPS are a pair of 700-class Utility ATVs that we decided to compareby the numbers.
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2018 Can-Am DS 250 vs. Honda TRX250X: By the Numbers
The 2018 Can-Am DS 250 and Honda TRX250X are nimble trail machines perfect for young riders. Let's see how the compare by the numbers.
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2018 Mahindra Roxor vs. Willys Jeep: By the Numbers
When you see a Mahindra Roxor, it's hard not to think it looks an awful lot like a Willys Jeep. Let's see how they compare by the numbers.
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2019 Polaris Ranger Crew XP 1000 vs. Can-Am Defender MAX DPS HD10: By the Numbers
In a battle of six-passenger Utility UTVs, we see how the 2019 Polaris Ranger Crew XP 1000 and Can-Am Defender MAX DPS HD10 compare by the numbers.
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2019 Can-Am Maverick Sport DPS 1000R vs. Polaris RZR S 1000: By the Numbers
The 2019 Can-Am Maverick Sport and Polaris RZR S are 60-inch, 100-horsepower UTVs with a trail-friendly stance. Lets see how they compare by the numbers.
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2018 Polaris Sportsman 850 Touring vs. Can-Am Outlander MAX XT 850: By the Numbers
The 2018 Polaris Sportsman 850 Touring and Can-Am Outlander MAX XT 850 are two of the premier two-up ATVs, so we decided to see how they compare.
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2018 Textron Wildcat XX vs. Yamaha YXZ1000R SS: By the Numbers
The Textron Wildcat XX and Yamaha YXZ1000R SS might be brothers for another mother thanks to a shared engine, but that doesnt mean theyre identical twins.
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2018 Can-Am Maverick DPS vs. 2018 Textron Wildcat X LTD: By the Numbers
Though neither the 2018 Can-Am Maverick DPS or Textron Wildcat X LTD are flagship models, they still have plenty to offer Sport UTV enthusiasts.
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2018 Polaris RZR XP Turbo S vs. Can-Am Maverick X3 X RS Turbo R: By the Numbers
The new 2018 Polaris RZR XP Turbo S clearly has its sights set on the Can-Am Maverick X3 family, so we figured we'd see how they stack upby the numbers.
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2019 Textron Wildcat XX vs. Polaris RZR XP 1000: By the Numbers
The new Textron Wildcat XX is ready to take on the industry heavyweights, including the Polaris RZR XP 1000. Let's see how they compare by the numbers.
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2018 Can-Am Outlander 570 Mossy Oak vs. Kymco MXU 700i LE Hunter: By the Numbers
The 2018 Can-Am Outlander 570 Mossy Oak edition and Kymco MXU 700i LE Hunter edition are a pair of middleweight hunting-focused ATVs.
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2018 Polaris RZR RS1 vs. 1990 Honda Pilot FL400: By the Numbers
While the 2018 Polaris RZR RS1 is the only pure sport single-seat UTV on the market, it wasn't the first. That honor belongs to the Honda Pilot.
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