HELP!!! does anyone know how fast a yamaha raptor 660 goes? i know NOTHING about this

[_yavin_]

Hi! can someone please tell me how fast a yamaha raptor 660cc goes? cause I dont know a damn thing about ATV's:

[psycho393]

Why do you want to know?

[twoofeach]

For most good riders, that's not very important. They don't come with speedometers so most of it is just guessing anyway. The more important aspects are, cornering, acceleration, trottle response etc... I don't have one. I have ridden a few and my best guess would be 65-70? Remember, riding an ATV is MUCH different from driving a 3000 lb car on flat pavement with a seat belt and a "roll cage" around you. Drive you car at 65 mph and stick your head out the window. You'll feel every bump, the vibration of the motor, the suspension, the smell of exhaust, dirt, dust...it'll all be there, all the time. Riding a bike shares many similarities to riding a rollercoster. You might not get the G-forces when turning a corner, but you don't exactly have rails to hold you to the ground. No line either....

[psycho393]

I'm pretty sure that the Raptors have a top speed a bit over 80 mph. To know for sure the woody brothers need to chime in here when they get a chance. I'm sure they have an almost exact number with stock gearing and tires, as well as rev limiter.

[twoofeach]

Yep..they'll probably give you an answer depending on the air temp, humidty, wind direction to a hundredths of a mile. 82.37 headed ENE with a wind aided tail wind.

The Woody brothers...I live for the day that I can ride with the Woody brothers.

Is it Woodruff?...em..Woodson?....Woodfersale?

[_yavin_]

oh. allright, thanks a bunch. im trying t ofind something a bit slower than that....

[twoofeach]

Don't give it so much gas and it'll go slower...

[HondaOnly]

A raptor does around 74 stock, just enough to get killed if you ever need that kind of speed.

[2fun]

Yes mid 70's is the top speed, though most people don't ride them at top gear wound out.

I have wound out the YFZ, and 250R along with some other quads on the sand flats in Florence.

I get real nervous going that fast though.
One little bump, or mishap at that speed, and you are looking at a trip to the hospital in no time flat!

As stated, if you don't want to go that fast, don't go full throttle in 5th gear (I believe they only have 5 gears).

BTW, there are some atv forums where your questions about ATVs would be answered quicker.

I will move this thread there for your convenience.

[MotoMan]

Originally posted by _yavin_
oh. allright, thanks a bunch. im trying t ofind something a bit slower than that....

The others are right, just don't GO that fast.

A raptor is a very controlable quad, depending on your size and weight, I really don't see any issues with it.

[_yavin_]

alright, thanks for all your help!

[psycho393]

Originally posted by 2fun
Yes mid 70's is the top speed, though most people don't ride them at top gear wound out. I get real nervous going that fast though.

Wow I'd figured they were quite abit faster than that.

My YZ250 tops out arounds 78.5 mph last time I got clocked in the ditch along the interstate.

[MotoMan]

No problem man, thats what we are all here for!!

[Crazy]

Just put like a 5 tooth bigger sprocket on the back and only do like 45 and have alot more fun getting there.

[Dice Wiley]

by way of my GPS unit----- everything stock ----- 72mph. i weigh 220lbs. tho. i put 22" tires on it for trail riding( i highly recommend) and got 78mph out of it. not scary at speed. NOT an mx'er tho. peace

[TRXman86]

TRX250EX's are slower. WAY SLOWER. you should also be able to adjust the throttle stop on the thumb piece its self.

[YamiChick]

do you kno how fast or slow of a quad you want?

[raptor02]

The Raptor isnt built for top end speed.

It's a woods bike. It has a ton of low end power, and lacks on the top end. I also have 22" rear tires on mine for ground clearance when I trail ride.

Have you ever riden a quad?

Their are a ton of quad guys on ATM, that ride different bikes, we all have our own opinion.

Guys let us know what you ride and what you think, so he can decide on a quad

[raptor02]

I have a 2002 Raptor.
2+2 Dura Blue axle
Maxxis Razor front and rear tires
Weisco 11:1 compression piston
Hot Cams stage 1 race cam
Works triple rate front shocks
Nerfs (Cant remember brand)
Twin K&N air filters
Yoshimura Comp pipe and silencer

These mods have been a real improvement on my Raptor.
The axle and the new tires are a must for better handleing

Also have a 2003 Blaster
FMF SST pipe and silencer
K&N filter
Raptor rear axle (yes it fits, about 1.5 inches wider)
Removed oil pump

This is my wifes bike. It is a great bike to start out on but you can out grow it fast. Perfect for the wife or kids!!

Hope this helps

[Chas501]

I just picked up a 2003 660 last Saturday, and Suunday my buddy had his Rhino toped out (they are govered at about 40), and I blew past him in 3rd gear at what he estimated at 60+. This one isn't stock, but still had a ton of headroom. My best guess is consistent with the other estimates in the 80 range. Chas