Where to Mount a License Plate on a Yamaha Raptor 700 or Raptor 660

Yamaha Raptor 700 License Plate Bracket: Clean Rear 4x7 Mount

The Yamaha Raptor 700 does not provide an obvious factory location for mounting an ATV or OHV license plate. Riders are often left choosing between drilling into the plastic, adapting a universal bracket or attaching the plate with zip ties.

The Elite Engineering Yamaha Raptor 700 license plate bracket provides a cleaner solution. It mounts beneath the rear grab-bar area and holds a standard 4x7-inch motorcycle or OHV license plate securely against the rear of the ATV.

Where Do You Mount a License Plate on a Raptor 700?

A good location for the license plate is beneath the rear grab bar.

This area keeps the plate:

• Visible from behind the ATV

• Close to the machine

• Away from the rider

• Clear of the rear tires

• Protected from many trail obstacles

• Separate from the plastic body panels

Keeping the plate close to the rear of the ATV also reduces the leverage placed on the bracket during rough riding.

The Elite Engineering bracket uses an existing solid mounting area, eliminating the need to drill holes through the Raptor’s plastic.

Raptor 700 License Plate Bracket Features

The bracket is designed specifically for compatible Yamaha sport ATVs and includes the features riders need for a clean installation:

• Fits Yamaha Raptor 700 models

• Also fits Yamaha Raptor 660 models

• Holds a standard 4x7-inch plate

• Rear-facing mounting position

• No drilling into the bodywork

• Durable anodized aluminum construction

• Compact design that stays close to the ATV

• Mounting hardware included

• Designed in the USA

Unlike a large universal bracket, this mount is shaped around the intended installation area.

Why Not Attach the Plate Directly to the Plastic?

Drilling the license plate directly into the plastic might be inexpensive, but the plastic flexes and vibrates as the ATV travels over rough terrain.

Over time, this movement can cause:

• Enlarged mounting holes

• Cracks around the hardware

• A bent license plate

• Loose bolts

• Damage to the body panel

• The plate falling off completely

Attaching the bracket to a solid part of the ATV creates a more secure foundation and avoids permanently modifying the plastic.

Why Universal Brackets Can Be Difficult to Install

Universal ATV license plate brackets are made to fit many different machines. Consequently, they are not optimized for the shape or available mounting points of the Raptor 700.

Installing a universal bracket may require:

• Drilling new holes

• Adding clamps

• Fabricating spacers

• Bending the bracket

• Relocating other components

• Finding your own mounting hardware

Some universal mounts also position the plate farther behind the ATV, making it easier for branches, cargo or other obstacles to catch it.

A direct-fit Raptor 700 bracket removes much of that trial and error.

What Size License Plate Does It Hold?

The Elite Engineering Raptor bracket is designed to hold a standard 4x7-inch motorcycle or OHV license plate.

Because plate dimensions and display requirements can vary, measure your physical plate and confirm your local regulations before installation.

For additional information, see our guide covering common ATV license plate sizes.

Does This Bracket Fit the Raptor 660?

Yes. The same bracket fits compatible Yamaha Raptor 660 and Raptor 700 models.

It is also designed for several other popular sport ATVs, including:

• Yamaha YFZ450

• Yamaha YFZ450R

• Yamaha Raptor 660

• Yamaha Raptor 700

• Honda TRX450R

Review the complete fitment information on the Yamaha YFZ450, Raptor 660/700 and Honda TRX450R bracket page before ordering.

Is Drilling Required?

No drilling into the ATV’s plastic body panels is required.

The bracket is designed to use a solid existing mounting location beneath the rear grab-bar area. This preserves the original plastics and creates a cleaner, more professional-looking installation.

Is the Bracket Suitable for Trail Riding?

The bracket is made from durable anodized aluminum and designed for the vibration and movement associated with ATV riding.

As with any off-road accessory, periodically inspect the bracket and mounting hardware. Confirm that the hardware remains tight and that the plate has not been damaged by trail obstacles.

For more tips, read How to Keep an ATV License Plate From Falling Off.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the bracket include mounting hardware?

Yes. The bracket is supplied as a mounting kit with the necessary bracket hardware.

Does it fit both the Raptor 660 and Raptor 700?

Yes. It is designed for compatible Yamaha Raptor 660 and Raptor 700 models.

Will it fit a full-size automobile plate?

The bracket is intended for a standard 4x7-inch motorcycle or OHV plate, not a full-size automobile plate.

Does the bracket require cutting or modification?

The bracket is intended to provide a bolt-on installation without cutting the ATV or drilling into its plastic body panels.

Where is the plate positioned?

The plate is mounted horizontally beneath the rear grab-bar area, facing the rear of the ATV.

A Cleaner Way to Mount Your Raptor’s Plate

Your Raptor 700 deserves something better than zip ties, a flimsy universal mount or holes drilled through the plastic.

The Elite Engineering bracket provides a compact rear mounting location designed around the ATV. Its anodized aluminum construction and direct-fit design keep the plate secure without making the installation look improvised.

Shop the Yamaha Raptor 660/700 license plate bracket.

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