Top 10 Sport ATVs

Yamaha Raptor
The Yamaha Raptor makes our list as the sole surviving big bore sport ATV that remains in production today.  A few other models have come and gone but the Raptor has stood the test of time and Yamaha maintains that the machine as one of its best selling ATV models.  Originally released as a 660cc in 2001, Yamaha gave the brute a major overhaul in 2006 giving us the 700cc version that we still enjoy today.  

Honda TRX450
There is no denying that Honda has a fiercely loyal fan base and the TRX 450 has developed a cult-like following, very similar to that of its predecessor the 250R.  And why shouldn’t it?  It shares design elements with its younger sibling and in stock form is an incredibly reliable platform.  Following its release in 2004, it became an instant hit with race fans and remains as one of the most popular ATVs at any racetrack in America.
 

Yamaha YFZ450R
Not only was Yamaha the first to market with a 450cc class sport ATV but the YFZ450 has seen significant upgrades since it was originally released back in 2003.  Over the last decade, the YFZ450 has been a favorite among both racers and weekend warriors alike and has won numerous motocross and cross country championships.  Yamaha has also offered several variations of the quad over the years to give users the best platform to fit their particular riding style.  The MX version for the track, XC version for the trails and the original carbureted YFZ450 to give consumers on a budget a slightly more affordable option. 

Honda 400 EX
Although it’s a far from the most powerful or best performing ATV on our list, Hondas 400EX makes the cut for its timely introduction and influence on the four stroke era we now enjoy today.  While many racers complained the machine was heavy and didn’t steer well, there’s no arguing it had a bulletproof power plant and provided endless, reliable, fun for ATV enthusiasts.  For ATV history buffs, the 400EX represents the shift in technology from 2 stoke to four stroke and the OEMS returning interest in the sport ATV segment.

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