E.g. “Yamaha Kodiak”, “Can-Am Outlander”, “Kawasaki Brute Force”
2 of 3 selected:
Can-Am DS 450 EFI X×
Yamaha Raptor 90×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
449 / 27.40
90 / 5.49
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 449 / 27.40 ✓ | 90 / 5.49 |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Decal Kit | Standard | – |
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| CV Boot Cover | No | No |
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| Brush Guard | No | No |
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| Body Material | Plastic | Plastic |
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| Bash Plate (Rear) | No | No |
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| Bash Plate (Front) | Yes | Yes |
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| Comfort |
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| Adjustable Levers | Standard | – |
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| Colours |
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| Metallic | No | No |
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| Lighting |
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| Halogen Headlights | Standard | – |
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| Headlights | Standard | Standard |
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| Lighting | Halogen | – |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Fuel Level Warning Type | Light | – |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Adjustable | No | No |
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| Seat Type | One-Piece | One-Piece |
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| Seat Material | Vinyl | Vinyl |
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| Seat Location | Driver | Driver |
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| Number Of Seats | 1 | 1 |
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| Seat Height (mm / in.) | 831 / 32.7 | 749 / 29.5 ✓ |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 11.5 / 3 | 6.4 / 1.7 |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Solid Axle | Yes | Yes |
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| Rim Material | Aluminum | Steel |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | 9 ✓ | 8 |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 10 | 9 ✓ |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Foot Peg Location | Driver | Driver |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | No | No |
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| Frame | Aluminum / Steel | Steel |
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| Front Bumper | Standard | Standard |
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| Hand Guards | – | No |
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| Floor Board Location | – | Driver |
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| Comfort |
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| Adjustable Throttle | – | Standard |
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| Storage |
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| Underseat Storage | – | Standard |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tube / Tubeless | – | Tubeless |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Wet Weight (Lbs. / Kg) | – | 279 / 126.6 ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Front) | – | No |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Carborator Count | – | 1 ✓ |
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| Carburetor Size MM | – | 13 ✓ |
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| Compression Ratio | – | 9.2:1 |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Parent Company | Can-Am | Yamaha |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 20 ✓ | 18 |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Recommend Minimum Age | 16 ✓ | 10 |
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| Steering |
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| Steering Type | Manual | Manual |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Stabilizer Bar | No | No |
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| Rear Fender | Standard | Standard |
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| Rear Bumper | Standard | Standard |
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| Radiator Guard | No | No |
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| Nerf Bars | Standard | – |
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| Light Guard | No | No |
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| Handlebar Pads | Standard | – |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | Standard |
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| Full Length Skid Plate | Yes | No |
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| Front Fender | Standard | Standard |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Manufacturer Country | Canada | Japan |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Shock Cover | – | No |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tires Rear | ITP Holeshot 20 x 10R - 9 ✓ | Duro AT 18 X 9-8 |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | 7 | 7 |
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| Suspension |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | Yes | Yes |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | 241 / 9.5 ✓ | 127 / 5 |
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| Front Suspension Make | Kabaya | – |
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| Front Suspension | Independent Double A-Arm | A-Arm |
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| Brakes |
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| Rear Brake Diameter (mm / in.) | 198 / 7.8 ✓ | – |
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| Brakes Rear | Hydraulic Disc | Drum |
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| Front Brake Diameter (mm / in.) | 182 / 7.2 ✓ | – |
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| Brakes Front | Dual Hydraulic Disc | Dual Sealed Drum |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Speed Governor | No | Yes |
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| Ignition | Electric | Electric / Kick |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
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| Fuel Injector Size MM | 46 ✓ | – |
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| Fuel System | Fuel Injected | Carburetor |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 3.82in. x 2.39in. | 1.85in. x 2.04in. |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 97mm x 60.8mm ✓ | 47mm x 51.8mm |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | 1.3 | 0.32 |
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| Engine Make | Rotax | – |
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| Engine Cylinders | Single-Cylinder | Single-Cylinder |
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| Engine Cooling | Liquid | Air |
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| Engine Type | 4-Stroke | 4-Stroke |
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| Total Valves | 4 ✓ | 2 |
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| Valve Configuration | 4-valves ✓ | 2-valves |
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| Engine Valves | DOHC | SOHC |
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| Suspension |
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| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | Yes | No |
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| Suspension Rear | Swing Arm | Swing Arm |
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| Suspension Rear - Make | Kabaya | – |
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| Suspension Rear - Material | Aluminum | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | 21 ✓ | 18 |
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| Tires Front | ITP Holeshot 21 x 7R - 10 ✓ | Duro AT 18 X 7-8 |
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| Tire Make | ITP Holeshot | Duro |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Reverse | No | Yes |
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| Number Of Speeds | 5 ✓ | – |
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| Hi / Low Range | No | No |
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| Primary Drive - Rear Wheels | Chain | Chain |
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| Primary Drive Engine / Transmission | Belt | – |
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| Drive line Modes | 1 | 1 |
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| Final Drive | 4X2 | 4X2 |
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| Transmission | Manual | Continuously Variable (CVT) |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | 10 ✓ | 8 |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | 156.5 / 345 | – |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 229 / 9 ✓ | 99 / 3.9 |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1064 / 41.9 | 955 / 37.6 ✓ |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1168 / 46 | 1021 / 40.2 ✓ |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 1838 / 72.36 | 1487 / 58.56 ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| Air Adjustable | No | No |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | 1 | 1 |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | Yes | Yes |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | Yes | No |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | 267 / 10.5 ✓ | 145 / 5.7 |
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| Swing Arm Skid Plate | Yes | No |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Rear) | No | No |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1267 / 49.9 | 1031 / 40.6 ✓ |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Warranty Info | – | 6 Limited ✓ |
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Clear all & start over
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (449cc)
- Best ground clearance — handles rough terrain well
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Disc brakes front and rear — strong stopping power
✗ Cons
- 2WD only — less traction off-road than 4WD alternatives
✓ Pros
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- CVT automatic transmission — easy to ride, no gear-changing
- Lower seat height — more accessible for shorter riders
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2008 Can-Am DS 450 EFI X
- 2WD only — less traction off-road than 4WD alternatives
Comparing 2008 Can-Am DS 450 EFI X vs 2020 Yamaha Raptor 90 — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2008 Can-Am DS 450 EFI X has the largest displacement at 449cc, making it the most powerful in this comparison. A larger engine generally means more torque for towing and off-road work.
Which has the better suspension?
Independent front suspension (A-Arm or IFS) absorbs bumps better than solid-axle designs and improves handling on uneven terrain. Check the Suspension category in the full table above to compare front and rear travel for each model.
Which is the easiest to ride?
CVT automatic transmission is easiest for beginners — there is no gear-changing or clutch to manage. A lower seat height also makes a quad more accessible for shorter riders. Check the Transmission and Seat Height rows in the table above.
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