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Yamaha Raptor 250 Returns for 2009
Award-Winning
Vehicle Redefined the Entry-Level Sport ATV
Raptor 250 Blue
Raptor 250 White |
CYPRESS, Calif. – June 6,
2008 – The award-winning Raptor 250
redefined the entry-level sport ATV class when
it entered the scene last year, and Yamaha is
bringing back this high-performing machine in
2009. With Raptor-like styling and Yamaha
quality and technology, the 250 model hits the
mark in a niche that was in desperate need of a
leader.
The Raptor 250 is a performance machine with
features like five-speed manual transmission
that gives the rider control over the power
delivery. The electric start fires up a
single cylinder 249cc air-cooled, four-stroke
engine with a 29mm Mikuni carburetor providing
plenty of torque and optimum low- to mid-range
performance.
In keeping with the Raptor 250’s overall
sport-focused design, the engine features an
all-aluminum and ceramic composite-plated
cylinder, which helps dissipate heat, reduce
weight and improves cylinder life while the wet
sump system with oil cooler offers increased
cooling ability. The Raptor 250 also
adopted a YFZ-style and rider favorite one-hand
toggle link-type parking brake and "no tools"
air filter, which makes for easy maintenance and
modification.
The sporty engine is found wrapped in a compact,
nimble chassis featuring a high tensile steel
frame for improved rigidity, strength and light
weight. In fact, this is the lightest
Sport ATV ever -- a full 15 lbs. lighter than
the popular yet retired Yamaha Blaster.
Not only does the Raptor 250 perform well, it
looks good, too. Featuring the "evil eye"
headlights found on the YFZ450, and front and
rear fenders like those on the Raptor 700R, the
Raptor 250 is as stylish as it is fun.
The double wishbone A-arm front suspension --
with five-way adjustable preload no less --
offers 7.5 inches of travel. Out back a
nitrogen-charged rear shock with 7.9 inches of
travel helps to take obstacles such as ruts and
whoops and turn them into the most fun-inducing
terrain you can find.
The riding position on the Raptor 250 was
developed specifically with the sport ATV
customer in mind, and the 2.4 gallon gas tank
provides miles of riding without a pit stop.
The overall size and lightweight make for nimble
handling, while the ergonomically-designed seat
ensures riders of all shapes and sizes have
plenty of room.
The low-profile Dunlop meats, with aluminum
wheels, were designed specifically for the
Raptor 250. The light-weight design offers
a perfect balance of forward traction and great
sliding capability. The 250 has front and
rear hydraulic disc brakes -- up front is a
high-rigidity caliper and the same rotor and
master cylinder as found on the Raptor 700 and
YFZ450, offering excellent braking performance.
Now a "must have" feature on Yamaha Sport ATVs,
the Raptor 250 features the Yamaha Cam Adjust
drive chain adjuster. The eccentric-type
design makes chain adjustments relatively quick
and easy -- an important feature for regular
riders.
The 2009 Raptor 250 will be available at Yamaha
dealerships nationwide starting November 2008 in
Team Yamaha Blue and a White/Red color schemes
(MSRP $4,199).
Specifications
2009 Raptor 250
- Engine Type – 249cc, 4-Stroke Single,
Air / Oil Cooler, SOHC
- Bore x Stroke – 74mm x 58mm
- Compression Ratio –9.5:1
- Carburetion – Mikuni 29mm BSR
- Ignition – DC - CDI
- Starting System – Electric
- Transmission – 5-Speed Manual Clutch
- Drive Train –2WD; Sealed O-Ring Chain,
Eccentric Adjustment
- Suspension/ Front – Independent Double
Wishbone, 7.5” w/ 5-way Preload Adjustment.
- Suspension/ Rear – Swing Arm, 7.9”, and
Threaded Preload Adjustment.
- Brakes/ Front – Dual Hydraulic Disc
- Brake/ Rear – Hydraulic Disc
- Tires/ Front – AT20x7-10
- Tires/ Rear – AT19x10-9
- LxWxH –64.0”x 42.1”x 40.9”
- Seat Height – 28.7”
- Wheel Base – 43.7”
- Ground Clearance – 3.9”
- Fuel Capacity – 2.4 Gallons
- Dry Weight – 313 Lbs
- Lighting – Dual 30W Krypton
Multi-reflector Headlights & 21/5W Brake
light
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