Can-Am DS 250 vs Yamaha Raptor 250 (2014)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Can-Am DS 250stacks up against the Yamaha Raptor 250. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Can-Am DS 250 | Yamaha Raptor 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2014 | 2012 |
| Price | $4,149 | $4,599 |
| Engine | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Weight | 195 kg | — |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 29 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 3.3 L | 2.4 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. | Double disc. Hydraulic |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. | Single disc. Hydraulic |
| Tires | 22/7-10 / 20/11-9 | 20/7-10 / 19/10-9 |
Can-Am DS 250 vs Yamaha Raptor 250 — which should you buy?
Picking between the Can-Am DS 250 and the Yamaha Raptor 250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Can-Am DS 250 brings its published horsepower in a 195 kg package, while the Yamaha Raptor 250 counters with its own power figure. On price, the Can-Am DS 250 has the lower MSRP.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: