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The official RUclips channel for WatercraftZone.com.au, a website about Jet Skis and personal watercraft based in Australia.
Watercraft Zone is a website about Jet Skis and personal watercraft.
We cover news, reviews, advice on Jet Skis and personal watercraft - on Sea-Doo, Yamaha, Kawasaki and others - and lifestyle aspects of the sport.
Based in Australia, Watercraft Zone is a website to help buyers make informed decisions when choosing a Jet Ski or personal watercraft.
We chose the name Watercraft Zone so we could include all brands - and leave room for new types of personal watercraft.
You can read about the evolution of personal watercraft, its inventor, and the Jet Ski name here.
watercraftzone.com.au/jet-ski-history-personal-watercraft/
Good luck in your search for a new Jet Ski or personal watercraft, and please let us know what else you would like to see on the site: info@watercraftzone.com.au
Watercraft Zone is a website about Jet Skis and personal watercraft.
We cover news, reviews, advice on Jet Skis and personal watercraft - on Sea-Doo, Yamaha, Kawasaki and others - and lifestyle aspects of the sport.
Based in Australia, Watercraft Zone is a website to help buyers make informed decisions when choosing a Jet Ski or personal watercraft.
We chose the name Watercraft Zone so we could include all brands - and leave room for new types of personal watercraft.
You can read about the evolution of personal watercraft, its inventor, and the Jet Ski name here.
watercraftzone.com.au/jet-ski-history-personal-watercraft/
Good luck in your search for a new Jet Ski or personal watercraft, and please let us know what else you would like to see on the site: info@watercraftzone.com.au
2024 Sea Doo GTR X 300 RS Review and Top Speed Test
Meet one of the craziest supercharged Jet Skis to be launched in years.
The 2024 Sea-Doo GTR-X 300 has one of the most powerful engines ever fitted to a mid-size ski.
With this new model Sea-Doo has bridged the gap between the GTR 230 - the entry point into its supercharged range - and the flagship RXP-X 325.
In this video we will go through Australian and US pricing, all the key features, tell you what it’s like to ride - and do acceleration and top speed tests using precision VBox timing equipment.
We tested the 2024 Sea-Doo GTR-X 300 RS in a range of conditions in Sydney Australia over two weekends in early 2024.
The demonstrator model was supplied courtesy of Lake And Valley Powersports on...
The 2024 Sea-Doo GTR-X 300 has one of the most powerful engines ever fitted to a mid-size ski.
With this new model Sea-Doo has bridged the gap between the GTR 230 - the entry point into its supercharged range - and the flagship RXP-X 325.
In this video we will go through Australian and US pricing, all the key features, tell you what it’s like to ride - and do acceleration and top speed tests using precision VBox timing equipment.
We tested the 2024 Sea-Doo GTR-X 300 RS in a range of conditions in Sydney Australia over two weekends in early 2024.
The demonstrator model was supplied courtesy of Lake And Valley Powersports on...
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2024 Kawasaki Ultra 310 X Review and Speed Test
Просмотров 3 тыс.21 день назад
It’s been a long time coming but we have finally got our hands on a 2024 Kawasaki Ultra 310, Kawasaki’s supercharged performance flagship Jet Ski. The latest generation Kawasaki Ultra 310 was unveiled in late 2021, arrived in showrooms in limited numbers in 2022 during the global pandemic, and then deliveries started to ramp up through 2023 and 2024. When it was unveiled in late 2021, this was ...
2024 Kawasaki Ultra 160 LX Speed Test Review
Просмотров 7 тыс.2 месяца назад
The first major redesign for the Kawasaki Ultra 160 Jet Ski in 16 years has hit the water. This is Kawasaki’s top-of-the-line non-supercharged model and brings the iconic brand closer to rivals such as the Sea-Doo GTX 170 and Yamaha FX HO. While the Kawasaki Ultra hull remains unchanged from the previous generation launched in 2007, the top deck is all new, and is the same as the flagship Kawas...
2024 Yamaha FX HO 1.9L Speed Test Review
Просмотров 38 тыс.2 месяца назад
The 2024 Yamaha WaveRunner FX HO, now has 1.9-litre four-cylinder power, up from the previous 1.8-litre that has been a mainstay of the Yamaha range since 2008. The new 1.9-litre resets Yamaha’s benchmark as the biggest capacity engine in the Jet Ski market today. And it bridges the performance gap to Yamaha’s supercharged 1.8-litre engine. In this video we cover Australian and US pricing for t...
2024 Sea Doo RXP-X 325 RS Review Top Speed Test
Просмотров 47 тыс.2 месяца назад
The world's fastest Jet Ski has been given a major power boost. The race-bred Sea-Doo RXP-X - and the Sea-Doo RXT-X performance touring model - both received a 325 horsepower boost with a new supercharger and other go-fast parts for the 2024 model year. This video covers the 2024 Sea-Doo RXP-X 325 RS, which has an unrestricted top speed for the Australian market and is faster than the non-RS mo...
Australia Day 2024: Riding A Jet Ski With Fireworks | Watercraft Zone
Просмотров 3272 месяца назад
Jet Skis have been banned from Sydney Harbour for more than 20 years - since October 2001. But they are allowed on the iconic waterway for special occasions and special demonstrations - including the on-water celebrations on Australia Day. On January 26 2024 a group of 16 Jet Skis - operated by experienced riders - performed a series of shows during the night-time fireworks display. Each Jet Sk...
2024 Yamaha Variety Jet Trek | Watercraft Zone
Просмотров 9312 месяца назад
The 2024 Yamaha Variety Jet Trek - a week-long Jet Ski ocean endurance ride on the east coast of Australia - has raised $385,000 to help disadvantaged kids, bringing the fund-raising total to more than $3 million over 26 years. This year a field of 91 Jet Ski riders including 10 first-time participants - supported by more than 100 road crew and officials - battled a week of high winds and huge ...
2024 Top 10 Jet Skis For First-Timers Or Anyone New To The Sport | Watercraft Zone
Просмотров 119 тыс.5 месяцев назад
There is a range of new Jet Skis for 2024 - as well as some old favourites - across the Sea-Doo, Yamaha WaveRunner and Kawasaki line-ups. With more than 50 Jet Skis to choose from across the three major brands - Sea-Doo, Yamaha and Kawasaki - we know deciding which one to buy can be daunting. But hopefully this rundown of the key models - and the key differences, including prices - will help ta...
Kawasaki Ultra 160 LX-S Angler: Everything you need to know | Watercraft Zone
Просмотров 14 тыс.6 месяцев назад
Kawasaki is about to join the booming Jet Ski fishing market with a new model called the Angler. It is based on the latest Kawasaki Ultra 160 LX-S but has a unique colour scheme and is ready to go fishing - as a turn-key solution and a complete package - straight off the showroom floor. Unique features include a cooler box, five fishing rod holders, stabiliser pods on either side of the craft, ...
2023 Yamaha FX HO JetFish Review | Watercraft Zone
Просмотров 8 тыс.8 месяцев назад
Jet Ski fishing enthusiasts in Australia now have the choice of another 'turn-key' solution ready to go, straight off the showroom floor. Following the success of the Sea-Doo Fish Pro series - which now extends to three models: Scout, Sport and Trophy - Yamaha WaveRunner has finally launched its take on the Jet Ski fishing theme. Meet the 2023 Yamaha FX HO JetFish edition, based on the popular ...
2023 Sea-Doo Fish Pro Trophy versus Yamaha FX HO JetFish Review | Watercraft Zone
Просмотров 84 тыс.8 месяцев назад
The hugely successful Sea-Doo Fish Pro range now has its most serious competitor to date. Meet the Yamaha FX HO JetFish Edition. While the components that make up the Yamaha JetFish have been sold separately in the US for some time, Yamaha Australia has launched it as a complete package, ready to go straight off the showroom floor. For now, the Yamaha is exclusive to Australia and New Zealand w...
2024 Sea-Doo Price and Specs | New Spark, GTR-X 300, RXP-X 325 and RXT-X 325
Просмотров 37 тыс.Год назад
The 2024 Sea-Doo line-up has been unveiled, with a new second-generation Sea-Doo Spark and Sea-Doo Spark Trixx, a new mid-range high-performance model called the GTR-X 300, and a 325 horsepower boost for the performance flagships, the RXP-X and RXT-X. Plus Sea-Doo has added the option of supercharged power to its Explorer Pro series. And the Sea-Doo Switch has also come in for some cool upgrade...
2024 Yamaha WaveRunner Price and Specs | New 1.9-litre Engine Details
Просмотров 39 тыс.Год назад
The 2024 Yamaha WaveRunner line-up has been unveiled with new colour schemes - a new 200 horsepower, non-supercharged 1.9-litre four-cylinder engine, the biggest capacity in the Jet Ski world - and significant price rises across the range. The new 1.9-litre (1898cc) four-cylinder Yamaha marine engine replaces the 1.8-litre (1812cc) four-cylinder introduced on the Yamaha FX WaveRunner series 15 ...
Belassi Burrasca Review | Watercraft Zone
Просмотров 6 тыс.Год назад
It’s the most expensive Jet Ski we have ever tested at Watercraft Zone. It’s called the Belassi Burrasca and while it has an Italian name - Burrasca is Italian for ‘storm’ - the craft is hand-made in Austria. When it went on sale in Europe in mid 2021 it was priced from 50,000 Euros, the equivalent of about $56,000 US dollars or about $82,000 Australian dollars. And while that is a power of mon...
Sea-Doo Switch on Sydney Harbour | Watercraft Zone
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Supercharged Jet Ski power has returned to Sydney Harbour - more than 20 years after Jet Skis were banned from the iconic waterway. The Sea-Doo Switch is a brand-new, Jet Ski-powered pontoon party boat. It is legal to operate on Sydney Harbour because it is approved for use as a boat, even though it has Jet Ski propulsion and Jet Ski handlebars instead of a steering wheel. The Sea-Doo Switch br...
Sea-Doo Spark Trixx vs Yamaha Jet Blaster | Watercraft Zone
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Sea-Doo Spark Trixx vs Yamaha Jet Blaster | Watercraft Zone
Should You Buy A Supercharged Or Non-Supercharged Jet Ski? | Watercraft Zone
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Should You Buy A Supercharged Or Non-Supercharged Jet Ski? | Watercraft Zone
Top 10 Jet Skis For First Timers in 2023 | Watercraft Zone
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2023 Yamaha Variety Jet Trek | Batemans Bay To Coffs Harbour | Watercraft Zone
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2023 Yamaha Variety Jet Trek | Batemans Bay To Coffs Harbour | Watercraft Zone
2023 Sea-Doo Explorer Pro 170 Review | WatercraftZone
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2023 Sea-Doo Explorer Pro 170 Review | WatercraftZone
2023 Kawasaki Ultra 160 | Everything You Need To Know | Watercraft Zone
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Touring Alaska on a Jet Ski | WatercraftZone
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Jet Skis return to Sydney Harbour to raise money for White Ribbon Charity | WatercraftZone
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2022 Sea-Doo Fish Pro Trophy Swivel Seat | Aussie Invention For The World | Watercraft Zone
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2022 Sea-Doo Fish Pro Trophy Swivel Seat | Aussie Invention For The World | Watercraft Zone
2022 Yamaha FX Arrives I Australian Unboxing Video: The Wait Is Over! | Watercraft Zone
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2022 Kawasaki Ultra 310 Preview | Everything You Need To Know! | Watercraft Zone
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2022 Kawasaki Ultra 310 Preview | Everything You Need To Know! | Watercraft Zone
I have one it does not like the rough water as much as my rxtx 300 but it is a blast to ride and throw around or literally jump right out the water and the big plus.... no bow hunting!!
Thanks for your feedback. We totally agree the GTR-X is a huge amount of fun (and really hope the next-generation ST3 hull addresses the ‘bow hunt’ of the current model). That said, we are a little bit jealous of your two ski garage. Nice one!
Thanks for all the performance data, exactly what I want to see. Big fan of the GTR-X. The TX is too big and the PX is a little more closed course racer than I’d like. Seems this hull has quite a bit of drag though as top speeds seem to be under 70mph even with SCOM’s. Guess if I want an 80+mph ski it’ll have to be one of the 325 offerings.
Thank for the note. As you can appreciate it takes a lot of effort to collect that data so we are grateful for your feedback. As we say in the video, we know some people get higher speeds (and sometimes lower) but we are aiming to deliver a guide on how various skis compare. Same rider. Same stretch of water. And sometimes we do multiple craft in one day for even closer consistency. All that said, we reckon even the slowest skis are still a huge amount of fun. And we’re quite happy with the fastest FACTORY delivered ski topping out about 120kmh. We don’t really want to go too much faster than that :)) Kudos to anyone who wants to travel in excess of that speed. Thanks again for stopping by and leaving a note!
Having 2020 FX SVHO i was hoping for better fuel efficiency on the natual aspirated 1.9 machine. Awesome. Dependable. >4mpg
Thanks for the feedback. Yeah they’re both pretty thirsty these days. Especially as newer craft have gotten heavier and more powerful over the years. As it stands, though, you’re better off on the SVHO because the new 1.9 naturally aspirated uses just as much fuel but without the SVHO power or acceleration. Crazy times. Happy riding and thanks for leaving a note.
launch control is for wankers who dont know how to drag race. there are plenty of rough water runs u dont want bow full tilt up.
If you don't use launch control and just put the trim all the way down and slowly raise it as you speed up you will out perform the launch control 100% of the time and this works for every ski no matter the brand
Thanks for the note. We use launch control on each ski we test (when available) purely for consistency and to explore what the manufacturer has deemed best. Otherwise if we adjust trim on the fly, it comes down to technique, which could vary from craft to craft and from test to test.
What do you think is best for salt water yamaha fx svho or see doo rxp-x 325
Both are fine in salt water it really depends on your riding style. If you prefer to sit (even through chop) then the Sea-Doo RXP-X 325 would be the go, but if you want the option of standing or crouching (to protect your back) then the Yamaha FX SVHO has a better riding position for that. Hope this helps!
@@WatercraftZone what i really wanted to say is this. I am originally a yamaha fan but but performance plays a huge role in my riding experience so i am thinking of getting a see doo i am looking for smth that goes 72 mph or more but i am afraid see doo will give problems in salt water as yamaha is known for more reliable jet-skis my yamaha fx svho limited can berry squeeze 67 mph
@Baltintroshku the best ski if you're looking for performance is 100% the rxpx325. If you get a SCOM unit for 200 bucks some people have seen over 80mph. I do beat the stock 325 on my modified 300 but the launches are pretty similar and I pull away hard at 30 ish mph. It's the only ski I've ever raced that's been able to hang with me off the launch. Never lost to a yamaha. If you like launching then seadoo all day because the yamahas have a tendency to cavitate.
@@WatercraftZone standing on a FX? Man, you have to have long legs because of this sofa they call seat
Still behind the times with LCD display, especially compared to the FX. Looks like a flipphone
Thanks for the note. We hear you. All the entry and middle of the range skis need to step up their game when it comes to the digital instrument cluster. Full colour technology is relatively accessible, affordable and proven now. Time for old school LCD screens to make way for the good stuff.
Such a fun ski, great review ✌️
Hey thanks so much for leaving a note. This one was a blast to put together. We certainly had our hands full on this one. Soooooo quick.
I just bought a gtr 230 for my 1st aki.Wow the power and acceleration is insane Couldnt imagine 300hp on the same platform
We hear you. That’s a huge amount of power for that hull. We wouldn’t talk anyone out of buying a Sea-Doo GTR-X 300. But we also reckon the Sea-Doo GTR 230 is great value. Thanks for the note!
I am LEGITIMATELY at my local power sports dealer and they are putting my new GTR-X together! 🤣🤣 Thanks so much for posting this one!!
Hey congratulations! Be sure to hold on tight. It’s an epic machine. Thanks for the note.
@@WatercraftZone looking forward to that first hit on the throttle! 🍻🍻
Very good brand of jet skis😊
Can you link to the suction hose adaptor that you show?
Thanks for the note. Good reminder. We are doing a video on that and other stuff we use. It’s a small Australian company so we are just checking if they ship overseas.
@@WatercraftZone Thanks! looking forward to the video and link ;)
I just want to say good on you mate . Your a legend 👏. Im thinking about doing the run myself to raise money for cancer. So if everyone sees this in a few years n says thats him well its me all right . Again good on you mate mens mental health is a big thing in Australia God bless you
Lindsay Warner is a legend guy and his feat is a massive achievement beyond a scale many people can fathom. To cover that distance is one thing, but to do it solo is an entirely different challenge altogether. He’s an inspiration. Thanks for leaving a note.
They should make an X version without the supercharger. I like this more simple stripped down model but don't want a supercharger.
We completely agree. The RXP is a great hull but not everyone wants or needs supercharged power. Here’s hoping Sea-Doo is tempted to build it one day.
This is the only ski i ever want 😮💨
It’s a great concept. We’re not surprised so many customers have embraced it and that Sea-Doo has expanded the range to offer a 230hp version as well as the 170hp unit. Thanks for the note.
1)How many miles does it get you on, with one fill of gas?? 2) At Greece the price of Kawasaki '24 ULTRA 160 LX-S 2024 is 24.200. But i can find a Sea-Doo '24 GTR 230 20.800. Which is your advice? I need one which would be able to move me into a cluster of islands that are all together within a 7 mile radius Thanks...
We will let you do the maths and the conversion but in our testing it used 55L/100km and it has an 80-litre tank. By our calculations it could cover 120km on a single tank (with some to spare) but best to try it yourself first on a shorter journey. Consumption can increase depending on riding style and rider weight. Hope this helps.
I am interested in this Kawasaki.!
We are too! The 2025 Kawasaki Ultra 160 Angler should be in showrooms by the end of this year or early next year.
You should do a video of Yamaha vx deluxe 2024
Thanks for the note. We agree. It’s on our ‘to do’ list but still some time away unfortunately.
i like jet ski
I have a 2011 VTX Deluxe with 110 HP, and a 2021 GP 1800R HO, and both are very reliable, and they run great! Thinking about a 2025 GP 1900R HO? What's your feedback?
Thanks for the note. You a couple of nice skis there. We are due to test the Yamaha GP 19 HO soon. We are a fan of the new 1.9L engine in the Yamaha FX (though it is thirstier than the previous 1.8L in that ski). The performance gain from 1.8L to 1.9L is marginal but fuel use is higher. Here's hoping Yamaha is working on fine-tuning the fuel use of this engine. All that said, we reckon the 1.9L should be well suited to the GP HO. We'll be sure to post the video here once we test a Yamaha GP HO 19. Thanks again for the note.
Ooooor you buy a Sea-doo rxp-x 325, takes WAAAY less gas and top out at 130km/h and the price is the same. built quality is top notch and you have a ton of accessorizes available.
Thanks for the note. You can see our review of the 2024 Sea-Doo RXP-X 325 here. ruclips.net/video/iJgnD7NF1YI/видео.htmlsi=z_HT7M19VIjumup9
Seadoo build quality can’t be compared to Kawasakis. Cant be. I’ve owned both and there’s no comparison.
@@pajamatime5750 I have both currently and I would take the Sea doo all day long. GTX 300 limited and a 2023 310 lxs. They are both nice but try working on the Kawi, it's comical.
@@americanworker2604 That’s because you don’t have to work on a Kawi like you do a Seadoo! 😂
@@pajamatime5750 lol. I've had 2 recalls on the Kawi and I have not had one issue with the sea doo with over 100 hours of use. Have you tried to change the oil on the Kawi? Talk about comical you can't even see the oil filter lol
Dear Kawasaki, Please, I’m begging you. Fix the belt tensioner setup. It’s a great design, minus the fact that the bushing should be a stainless bearing, the idler pulley has no business being anything but stainless steel, and the tensioner shock needs to have proper sealed bushings that don’t seize. This has been an issue since its design that hasn’t changed since 2011. I get it, parts cost money but we aren’t talking a lot here. If you want insight on how to build it, look at Kawi Performance and take inspiration from their design. There is no excuse to leave it this way any longer, thank you.
The main problem is the bushing has almost no grease on it from factory...grease it and you will be fine in fresh water. I have the original 2011 300X
@@fzr1000981agreed. Less than a Pennies worth of grease would go a very long way. However, a better design overall I think is warranted.
This is literally a FLAWLESS review.
Very humbled. Thank you for the kind words. And the inspiration. The Watercraft Journal inspired us to start a channel on the other side of the world. We just wish we could only do as many cool videos as you guys …
I've had Yamahas and Seadoos. Maybe a Kawasaki in the future. Hard decision!
They finally have a better look! Better on the color too. They’ve always been so old man looking. Pay no mind to my screen name. I like everything
It’s a tough call. All three brands have their strong points and room for improvement. Sea-Doo has great ergonomics and fuel economy but the ST3 models have bow hunt. Yamaha FX has a great hull but is a wet ride and the fuel filler is on the nose. And the Kawasaki Ultra 310 is a beast but very thirsty and some riders may not like the riding position.
❤ this Kawi ski! Thanks for the great review.
@@WatercraftZone24’ FX has fixed all mentioned above. No longer a wet ride, and gas fill has been repositioned on the side. Unless you’re getting a different ski than the North American market. Great videos though, I’m digging it.
@@WatercraftZoneI rode a week worth of riding along side a buddy on a 2022 Seado GTX 230. I towed a tube lots and had similar hours to his. My 310 LX took $8 more fuel to fill when we gassed up after a day on the water. It’s thirsty but not crazy compared to others.
Great review Joshua of the 2024 Kawasaki Ultra 310. I didn’t think that color scheme you were riding was an option on the 2024 310x? Thanks for sharing
Hey thanks so much for the kind words. This colour scheme started off as a 2022 theme for the Kawasaki Ultra 310 X for Australia, but has carried through into 2024. Fortunately we were able to include a preview of the 2025 Kawasaki Ultra 310 range colours before this video went live. Thanks again for the note. It’s always appreciated!
@@WatercraftZone Gotcha, anytime. We appreciate you & crew. Keep up the great work.
Kinda of hard to find for this model , plenty of 160’s tho
Fair point. There are plenty in stock in Australia but we suspect inventory might be running low in the US, which is perhaps why Kawasaki unveiled the 2025 colour schemes a few months ago.
Good jet ski model from kawasaki😊
Thanks for the note. It's heavy, thirsty, the bow storage is small and narrow, and the handlebars need to come up a bit further. Plus flushing it twice (engine and intercooler) and fogging the supercharger afterwards are more complex than flushing a Sea-Doo or Yamaha after a ride. But the Kawasaki Ultra 310 crushes chop with ease and the supercharger sounds awesome.
It’s funny how people think riding jet skis is an extreme sport.
Lol. Only if you fall off. Most riders enjoy the sport for leisure and to have a nice day on the water. Some ride long distances in the ocean, others do stunts on stand-up skis. And on some of the smaller skis such as the Sea-Doo Spark Trixx and Yamaha JetBlaster, it could go either way. You can ride them for fun, or challenge yourself and the craft and fall off with a smile on your face countless times. Some of the best days we’ve had on the water have been with the two of the cheapest craft (Spark and JetBlaster) because they are small and nimble they feel like an extension of your body. Remember, any day on the water is a good day.
Good tip on the windshield rubbing. Just picked up my new 2023 Explorer Pro. They bought so many they had leftovers... and so Sea Doo is offering zero percent financing on it. I couldnt resist when listed below MSRP and no fees. Buddy got the Fish Pro Trophy and think he might be a little jealous. I can always add the pop up seat and cooler it comes with.
Hey thanks for the note. Glad you’re loving the new Sea-Doo Explorer. It’s a great ski, especially the functionality and the long list of standard equipment. Some old school Jet Ski riders might not understand the windshield, but it’s definitely an asset on cold winter rides that’s for sure. And a lot of Fish Pro riders are adding them to their ski. We owned a Trophy with the pop up swivel seat, but honestly we didn’t use it much other than filming it. But for anyone fishing on a calm lake or river, the seat is a no brainer for long days on the water. Thanks for the note and congratulations again on your new ski.
Love the yamaha vs the spark, but good lord, the yamahas physical design/appearance looks like its a early 90s ski.
Thanks for the note. We see where you’re coming from but it’s also a very practical design. Great hull, great sponsons, better storage, and a faster engine. Also worth noting this was a retro colour scheme. Later year models used more modern colours for the Yamaha Jet Blaster.
@WatercraftZone Couldn't agree more. It's not the color scheme of the Blaster, it's the physical shape of it. Reminds me of those now considered, "vintage" late 80s early 90s ski's. I just can't get over it.
I'm ignorant so forgive me. Is there any way that the fundamental nature of the engine may be changing on these machines as technology advances? Meaning, I'm trying to self-justify getting one of these versus a smaller boat. But when the internet tells me I should be grateful for 300 hours in the ski, and that a 3,000 hour life is realistic in a small outboard engine...
As with anything on the water, regular maintenance is key. Some rental, rescue and tour guide skis clock up more than 700 hours, but they are well maintained throughout their life. Conversely, a low hour used ski could be problematic if it wasn’t flushed after going in salt water, and it’s just been sitting in a garage for ages afterwards. Most regular jet ski users clock between 50 and 100 hours over a few years. But I know some people who have clocked up 200 hours within a couple of years. But they either service the ski themselves or get it done regularly. Hope this helps.
Get a boat for fishing, jetski for waves busting. Don’t buy into the hype. You’ll thank me later.
I like the set up but wish they had left the 160mm pump in.
Great suggestion. We love this hull but a bit more power, a more comfortable riding position when standing, and a bit better fuel economy would be welcome.
Personally I think that one of the 2 stand up models should have been put on here. I know that this is for entry level but I still think they should be included
Thanks for your feedback and appreciate your point of view. For now we have steered clear of the stand-up skis from Yamaha and Kawasaki as they really are a niche for experienced riders these days, rather than a ski for first timers. We will take it on board, though, and consider them again next time around. Thanks for the note.
They literally havent brought anything new to the table with this ski , in fact its lacking when compared. The only thing that will sell this Kawasaki is a way cheaper price.
We see your point. Let’s find out the price first. Either way, we’re happy there is more competition in the fishing segment now.
Rear Seat on the Yamaha should be removable, Stand/Foot space or more gear
Good idea. The back portion of the seat is already removable (and there is a storage bucket underneath) but utilising this space for extra fishing gear could work.
The Rear seat should be removable. Rear stand/Foot space or more gear
Will take the the Sea Doo, Beter Rear layout
It is definitely easier to board the Sea-Doo Fish Pro from the water from the rear, and the rear deck has more space. Here’s hoping Yamaha is already working on further refinements for its fishing ski.
The live bait well in the cooler and the swivel seat are just too good to go with Yamaha.
They are game changers. I’d love to meet the people who came up with these ideas. The second battery, the touchscreen navigation unit, the scuff guards on the outside of the footwells, and the pumping audio system are also pluses.
6:17 This sucks in simple riding in the winter months. Chose my Yamaha because of the ability to re-route the hot water outlet to the footwell and tee off a hose so that we can flush our wetsuits with hot water. Of course you're going to get wet on a ski, but our older models didn't absolutely dump over the front end. Wish Yamaha would fix this, function needs to be over fashion. SMH
Thanks for the note. Since 2022 the FX HO has had a deeper cut in the ride plate to try to bring up the nose, even in a neutral trim position. But the FX is still a very wet ride versus the Sea-Doo ST3 hull. The trade-off though is that the Yamaha carves better through chop and the Sea-Doo nose gets pushed around more. If you want a dry (ish) ride try the Sea-Doo but it’s better suited to flat-water riding. Thanks for the feedback. Your experience will hopefully help others.
Seeing the R on the reverse lever is that indicating it’s only for reverse or is it safe to deploy as a brake going wide open? Or does it even work going at full throttle?
Great question. We received the following response from our Kawasaki expert: The patent for the new Kawasaki Ultra reverse trigger design says when the reverse trigger is activated it immediately checks the vessel’s GPS speed. Reverse will only be applied gradually if the vessel is at speed, washing off minimal speed so as to not send the rider over the handlebars. Once the vessel speed decreases to a modest level, activation of the reverse trigger will lower the bucket further, to create more of a slowing effect. The slower the vessel speed, the lower the rear bucket drops. It is marketed as a KSRD ‘smart reverse with deceleration’. It’s initially very gradual. Meantime back to our experience. Sea-Doo craft have a more aggressive reverse trigger (even at speed) whereas Yamaha’s reverse trigger is not as aggressive as Sea-Doo. Hope this helps! Thanks for the question.
This review helped me pull the trigger. Got a FX HO and VX Cruiser HO for the wife, so they both have the 1.9.
Hey! Thanks great news. Thanks for the feedback and congratulations on your purchase. That’s a great combination. Let’s know which you prefer between the VX 1.9 and the FX 1.9 once you’ve had time to get acquainted with both skis. Happy riding!
excuse my ignorance, im new jumping into the jetski world and my question is whats he doing at 14:41?
Thanks for your query. That is footage of the ski being flushed with fresh water after riding in salt water. Hope this helps!
Do the screens still break at 10 hrs or is it just the 5” screens? Mines just gone blank at 14hrs 22 model apparently a common problem. Apart from this I love my ski!!! 1.8 seems to get me whole day of riding on full tank unreal and I’m a heavy guy 300+ lbs with passengers 😂
Thanks for the note. The 2024s have a new screen and we are not aware of (nor have we personally experienced) the issues you describe. However, if anything does emerge, we will be sure to include it in a future review of Yamaha models. Thanks again for sharing your feedback.
Yamaha just isn't up to SeaDoo yet but the competition is good for riders.
Thanks for your feedback. The more in this category the better it is for buyers. Kawasaki’s Angler is just around the corner too. Sea-Doo won’t be sitting still and is likely working on the next generation of Fish Pro models already. Here’s hoping Yamaha can make further improvements to this setup too. Either way there’s more choice than ever before. Thanks again for the note.
Love my GTX 230. Impulse buy. Last one in stock, I got lucky! It's a rocket!
Nice. What a great craft. Awesome blend of performance and economy. Thanks for sharing.
My question you is, wat is lowest amount of water can these craft sail into, it look to me like it can sail in a few feet of water, great videos as usual bro, blessed love to all, watching from Jamaica west Indies !!.
Hey! Thanks for the note. Really appreciate it. We would say no shallower than 3.5ft or 1 metre of water. Even idling it is easy to suck up debris. So waist deep really. And try to avoid beaching them. It really hurts the hull, and there’s also more risk of getting sand and grit in the impeller. Hope that helps!
Just get the old school Blaster 1 and stop with these recycled plastic water bottles. I mean what tricks do you really think you are doing on these anyways? Nobody cares about doing spin outs or tail stands... Even a cripple like Stephen Hawkins can do those. Find a blaster for $2k and hate life for a few days because you can't get back on it in deep water and love it afterwards because ever ride is a challenge
Okaaaaaaaaayyyyyyy. A bit random. Not sure how broad the market is for a secondhand original Blaster, and how many are left in working condition after all these years. But thanks for your feedback any way. We love these craft just the way they are. Hope you don’t mind. Either way, any day on the water is a good day.
The LinQ system and accessories are elite
It’s awesome but we have had a few instances where the pop-up mechanism can break in rough conditions. Here’s hoping Sea-Doo is working on a tougher version for certain applications.
My 2024 GP 1900 HO NA is a rocket ship and is easy on fuel. I’m more than pleased with it.
Thanks for your feedback. That 1.9 should really suit the GP. We are getting on one soon. Congratulations on your new ski.
I have a 2021 GP 1800 HO and I love it. I'm wondering how much better can a 2025 GP 1900 HO be?
@@BroBob1254 My biggest complaint is at idle I get a ton of water over the “bow” even when I’m trimmed up. I’m a big guy at 350# though. I run mine on rocky rivers, and have already kinda beat the crap out of the hull. 6 hours on it and a whole lot of WOT. Lots of fun.
Yamaha is probably more reliable but Seadoo is much better looking and has better features. The LinQ system is elite
Sea-Doo does great industrial design. The cooler box is easier to step over on the Sea-Doo than it is on the Yamaha. The practicality - and the thought - that went into the Sea-Doo is incredible.