Uhm, that shootout link for the sport quads was for 2004. Not really relevant now, wouldn't you say?

 

LOL bro...I'm not working on commission here, you're not letting me down at all, but I appreciate the sentiment. My thing is I just want people to have some facts, not all this "XYZCompany sucks azz, cause I beat it all the time with my Yomoto 110". That doesn't help anyone.

You gathered information, and are making a decision that you feel is best for you...hopefully I helped you with that process cause that's all I wanted you to do, and that makes me happy [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif[/img].

 

That's where the relevence came from, but you are right, not a good comparison of either todays Raptor or Predator. Both are much better machines than they were then.

 

Fact of the matter is, comparing a Raptor to a yfz is like comparing a Camaro to a Vette. Same manufacturer but, different cars altogether. I honestly know little about the Predator so, I can't really say my Raptor is better. I definetaly like the look of the Predator but, have not had the chance to race one. I am happy with my quad.
There are too many variables to determine who would win in a drag. I for example weigh 240lbs. If I raced a guy on a Predator that weighs 50lbs less than me, I would not be suprised if he beat me. Don't waste your time worrying about whether or not other people respect your quad. Does it really matter? I personally do not think so.

Good day fellas,
Matt

 

"WEBOPPER", I am really confused by you right now. You started fighting with me in the beginning of this post because I stated that it isnt a comparison between the yfz and pred, except for comfort. THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT YOUR SHOOTOUT THAT YOU POSTED SAYS TOO. If it wasnt for the yfz being so uncomfortable (due to it being a race quad) it probably would have won that shootout too.
YOU PROVED MY POINT!!!! As far as "performance" goes, the yfz is a lot better. As far as ergonomics go "comfort", the pred has the nod. THis is all I originally was stating, and you ended up backing me on it?
Then, in the other forum "pred vs 660" you stated thats its a good comparison between the 660 and the pred.
I am just confused what you are saying. I am sticking to what I said though, as there isnt a comparison for the two, due to one being a trail quad, and the other being a race quad. As far as "performance" goes, the yfz has the nod. If "comfort" is your thing, then YES, the pred has the nod, like I originally stated.

 

I agree with you totally, and thats a good example. Camaro and vette. Same maker, different beast. Thats Why I own both.......yamaha's that is. I wish I could have the chevs too! The two make totally different types of power, for different things! Muscle vs sport

 

What a minute, are you a chevy guy??

 

............ha ha, dude, when it comes to cars I am chevy, ford, toyota........really, if its cool, I like it and would own it! I certainly wouldnt kick a toyota supra, ford mustang, chev vette or camaro or a pontiac firebird out of my garage!!!

 

I actually had a predator, and now own a yfz among other quads. To be honest, even though its a yamaha forum i do choose the yfz over the predator. It feels much better handling wise and doesnt have that awkward feeling when you sit on it. I even have the 04 yfz and the seat is STILL better than the predator's wooden plank hard seat. As far as motors? Dont think the predator is a slouch, it runs VERY hard and fast, they seem to hold up well (minus the 03 tranny), but the yfz has its share of probs too. There's more low end on the predator, but i really didnt care. The yfz felt much more stable and overall just felt much better ergonomically to me and im 6'1. I also have a raptor and hate the thing with a passion, but anyhow both are good bikes just sit on em at least and feel the difference, ride em if you can because they sure are different!

 

Considering you can't spell, you are wrong on this comment. I believe that they had a shootout for best trail quad between the raptor and pred in the January 2005 Dirtwheels buyer's guide. As I look at it right now it says stock for stock the pred is by far the better buy. I'm just going to leave it at that.