Hey guys just got a raptor, really like it a lot so far. The bike is all stock no modifications to it at all, it has a ton of power, excellent response, but after running it for 5 minutes the motor seems really hot. Im wondering if this is normal, or ? Absolutely no smoking, it runs very smooth, but just has a LOT of heat. I've had quite a few bikes and never did they get this hot. Any help would be appreciated.

 

If it's new and not broke in yet they will get pretty hot durring break-in

 

my yfz runs really hot too... its what 4 strokes do.

 

they do throw off alot of heat
make sure everything is working
does your temp light blink when staring bike?

 

This one is actually used it has maybe 50 hours on it if that. Im just curious and hoping at the same time everything is ok.

 

I dont believe any temp light comes on at all. It will be needing an oil change thats what i was told when i bought it but i wouldnt imagine that to be the cause of heating. I had a 400ex and banshee, neither get hot whatsoever like that. There's adequate coolant in there, adequate oil, etc.

 

4 strokes run hotter than 2 strokes so i don't think there is anything wrong

 

Make sure you have enough oil in it, also make sure the fan works.....