Yamaha Raptor 250 vs Thumpstar ATV 250 (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha Raptor 250stacks up against the Thumpstar ATV 250. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha Raptor 250Thumpstar ATV 250
Model year20122020
Price$4,599
Engine249 cc250 cc
Seat height29 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity2.4 L2.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. HydraulicSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. HydraulicSingle disc
Tires20/7-10 / 19/10-9 20/7-10 / 19/10-9

Yamaha Raptor 250 vs Thumpstar ATV 250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha Raptor 250 and the Thumpstar ATV 250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha Raptor 250 brings its published horsepower, while the Thumpstar ATV 250 counters with its own power figure.

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: