which atv to buy?
#11
07-23-2007, 05:27 AM
#12
07-23-2007, 10:10 AM
which atv to buy?
The raptor 250 has a CC:LBs ratio of 0.7987.... The raptor 350 has a CC:LBs ratio of 0.93333
Since they are both 2 valve SOHC, single cylinder, air cooled fourstrokes, and both have a compression ratio of under 10.... I think it's safe to assume that they will pump ou the same power PER CC. Therefore the raptor 350 will have 1.4X the power of the raptor 250 because of the displacement difference. In other words, the 350 will be just a bit faster, but i assume the raptor 250 will be the exact same-in its power:weight ratio-as the 300ex
what i dont like about the 250 though, is its tiny wheelbase, 43 inches long!!! i would probably feel extremely cramped on it.... even the yfz450 was almost feeling cramped and it has a 50.4 inc wheelbase, but it has a small cockpit
Since they are both 2 valve SOHC, single cylinder, air cooled fourstrokes, and both have a compression ratio of under 10.... I think it's safe to assume that they will pump ou the same power PER CC. Therefore the raptor 350 will have 1.4X the power of the raptor 250 because of the displacement difference. In other words, the 350 will be just a bit faster, but i assume the raptor 250 will be the exact same-in its power:weight ratio-as the 300ex
what i dont like about the 250 though, is its tiny wheelbase, 43 inches long!!! i would probably feel extremely cramped on it.... even the yfz450 was almost feeling cramped and it has a 50.4 inc wheelbase, but it has a small cockpit
#13
07-23-2007, 03:14 PM
which atv to buy?
I follow your analysis of size/power and agree with the premise. The reviews i've read imply slightly different though (they are reviews, though, not filled with fact, just impression). This month's Quad Magazine has a good one. I'd recommend reading it if one is interested in new Raptor 250.
I also agree with your size assesment, especialy for me (6-3, 230). However, again in the Quad mag review, the rider claimed that it felt larger than it should. And dothedunes, the poster here is 5-2, 100 lbs. Sounds like a nice fit, at least for the next 3 or 4 years.
Mind you, i'm NOT an advocate of this quad, just think that it should be included in the mix during a careful decision process. Personally, I'd suggest a 400ex. With 4-5 years of quad experience, the 400 will provide a great ride and can last much longer without eventually becoming too small and underpowered.
I ride with several 12-13 y/o's (buddy's kids) that have gone from 90's to 250ex's over several years. They now ride my 400ex's with skill. One of them can't be more than 5 foot and 85 pounds. She has become quite adept on my 400ex's and occasionally rides her dad's 450, albeit with some care!
I also agree with your size assesment, especialy for me (6-3, 230). However, again in the Quad mag review, the rider claimed that it felt larger than it should. And dothedunes, the poster here is 5-2, 100 lbs. Sounds like a nice fit, at least for the next 3 or 4 years.
Mind you, i'm NOT an advocate of this quad, just think that it should be included in the mix during a careful decision process. Personally, I'd suggest a 400ex. With 4-5 years of quad experience, the 400 will provide a great ride and can last much longer without eventually becoming too small and underpowered.
I ride with several 12-13 y/o's (buddy's kids) that have gone from 90's to 250ex's over several years. They now ride my 400ex's with skill. One of them can't be more than 5 foot and 85 pounds. She has become quite adept on my 400ex's and occasionally rides her dad's 450, albeit with some care!
#14
07-23-2007, 04:42 PM