I live in the UK but was in Oceanside last year and had a walk along the pier. Really beautiful place all along that coast. And by coincidence I just bought a 22 GTX 230 very similar to yours (and I’m 56 so you’re never too old) Sea you on the water 😊
Wow, live in the UK! Getting my videos. Thank you so much for tuning in and watching. Absolutely love Oceanside! If you are ever back in the area reach out, I’d love to meet you someday. And you are right. Never too old! Enjoy your awesome new machine! Next time, I will see you on the water!
Nice!!! First time owner of a GTX 2021, also. I love the total freedom and adrenaline rush I get each time I go out. I reacted the same way you did the first time I put it in sport mode. This will be my third season and I can't wait to get back out on the water. I now have 100 hours and not one problem. I have followed the manual for all maintenance schedules. I have added Riva Sponsons and Top-Loader Intake Grate, the Garmin GPS 62CV, with the In-hull Transducer, Floorboard Wedges, Cup Holder, Knee Pads and Storage Organizer. At the moment I'm having my seats reupholstered to grey, with black trim. (not a fan of the gold) I enjoy your videos, and your enthusiasm. Greetings from Rhode Island! And you are right, it is never too late. 71 years old. Hike The Whites!
I just bought the same ski for the wife and I got the RXT. waiting for warmer weather here in Chicago. Cant wait. Same age and keep the videos coming !!!!
Dude, I'm so happy to hear I'm not the only one who got a late start owning a Sea-Doo. You said you're 52 as a first time owner. I'm turning 58 in 2 weeks and my wife and I just bought a 2023 GTR 230. We've only had it for 2 weeks and took it out one time so far but I can't wait to get back out there and see what it has for me. I've yet to try the Sport Mode but I'm going to be trying it when we go to Alamo Lake in AZ for my 58th birthday. I lived in CA for just over 50 years and love Oceanside but now I'm in AZ so lots of opportunities to ride my Doo. I've enjoyed your videos so far and look forward to see more. I just installed my snap in fenders installation kit using the tips from your video and it made installation so much easier. Rock on Deric and thanks so much for the video! 🚤
Hey there Sparky! Wow. Thanks for reaching out! Im having a blast with my Sea-Doo! So will you. Be sure to get your 'break in period" done before you get into SPORT mode. My wife and I are wanting to go to AZ with the Doo! Hope to be there this summer. Absolutely love OSIDE! We can hit up a lot of different ports from here with in 10min or 45min even an hr. We want to go to AZ! I always say, "time waits for no one and tomorrow is not promised." So lets GO and do the DOO! Next time...."I'll see ya on the water!"
Thanks Bud! The owner's manual says 5 operating hours for the break in period so I'll definitely make sure to follow the manual. I can wait on the sport mode until then. AZ is a great place and I love it more and more the longer I'm here. It's not CA but it's just different. Having the Doo is going to make it so much better. Lake Mead is an awesome place and huge with endless opportunities so we're going there after our trip to Alamo Lake. I agree, tomorrow is never promised so let's have fun and I do hope "I'll see ya on the water!"
Hi Ken. Congratulations! Launching can be a bit nerve-racking for sure. Also backing the trailer to the ramp too. But take your trailer and Sea-Doo out in an empty lot and practice, practice, practice. That is what I did .
Hi Thanks for the question. The GTX holds good with sharp turns with the stock Sea-Doo sponsons. How ever when you install the RIVA Pro Sponsons the tight and sharp turns become that much better. Meaning, the ski will stick and hold the turn without much tail slide like the stock sponsons would. Here is a link to our explanation to the RIVA Sponsons and how we did the install. ruclips.net/video/It5OabiWOn0/видео.htmlsi=LtbnaBDXBTp0qoqd Hope this helps.
Thank you Deric for answering my question on how fast your Sea Doo goes. The reason why I got the GTX 170 is because in Michigan lakes and rivers the speed limit is 50mph you go 55mph BUT! you have to be 1 mile out from shore and the Sheriff Patrols are waters very closely. Question, Did you put your own registration sticker letters and numbers on your Sea Doo??? This summer I'm starting my own RUclips channel but it's not just going to be me on my Sea Doo I'm going to diversify do a lot more things on the channel. Like your channel can't wait for your next video bro you and your wife be safe and have fun. (Live Life Live Strong) ciao for now you 2
Hi Paul. I did put my own stickers on the Sea-Doo. Simple to do. Thanks for reaching out and for subscribing to the channel. I just did my first oil and spark plug change. Vid is being uploaded as I type this. C U on the water!
We just ordered one, and the next time you go out, will you show everybody how reverse works in that and how easy it is or how if it’s not easy lol I just wanna have all my ducks in a row,, your videos are fantastic. We watched a few of them so far,, OPS this is Rick.🤔🍻✌️
Hi Rick and CONGRATULATIONS on your new Sea-Doo! What did you get? Thank you for enjoying our vids and yes next time Im out I will put a vid together for you on the IBR break and reverse.
@@TheOceansideGuy we bought your exact machine, I’m serious lol it is absolutely identical to yours that’s why we like your videos so much lol and your awesome narration,, oh PS next time out keep me in mind🍻✌️
Thank you! Those sparks look really nice. I have seen them on the water. Looks like a ton, ton of fun! You’ll enjoy it for sure. I’ll see you on the water!
Deric i saw 74 are you on KMH instead of MPH 😁 Whats your top RPM i have the exact same machine im topping at 7600 rpm I haven't try sport mode My las ride was 10.1 hr on the dash but no time to ride at the time Good videos Thx
Ya good question. I have not seen the top RPM and yes it was in KMH which I did not notice until after this video, ha ha . After 10 hours you should be good to go for Sport Mode! Thanks for watching!!! Next time...I'll see ya on the water!
How many hours you waited before using SPORT mode? there is 10 hours break-in period you should not use that mode. I got the same model GTX-230. Got it to the water only once for 1.5 hours. Throttle should be max 1/2 or 3/4 according to manual. Good video ! We are in 1 daily digits temperature again here in Canada.
The manual recommends 5 hours for the break-in, page 108. BREAK-IN PERIOD Operation During Break-In Period A break-in period of 5 operating hours is recommended before running the watercraft at sustained full throttle. During this period, maximum throttle should not exceed 1/2 to 3/4 opening. However, brief full acceleration and speed variations contribute to a good break-in. NOTICE Continued wide open throttle accelerations or operation, prolonged cruising speeds are detrimental during the break-in period. NOTE: During the first 3 hours of operation, the engine management limits the engine maximum speed for engine protection. The engine performance will progressively
@@babyboom6574 thank you for all the tips you have been sending my way. For whatever reason the dealership told me 10 hour break in. As Brand New as I am to Sea-Doos, I am learning. And thank you to all of your pro tips. I appreciate you commenting as much as you do. Thank you! And I will see you on the water!
@@TheOceansideGuy You're welcome, I'm learning too, and a lot of it is from your videos so thank you too. I wish I'd see you on the water but we're about 3 days drive apart from each other. :)
I live in the UK but was in Oceanside last year and had a walk along the pier. Really beautiful place all along that coast. And by coincidence I just bought a 22 GTX 230 very similar to yours (and I’m 56 so you’re never too old)
Sea you on the water 😊
Wow, live in the UK! Getting my videos. Thank you so much for tuning in and watching.
Absolutely love Oceanside! If you are ever back in the area reach out, I’d love to meet you someday.
And you are right. Never too old! Enjoy your awesome new machine!
Next time, I will see you on the water!
I loved in Encinitas for 8 years. I know the beach and love watching this. Thank you!!
Encinitas, YES! Thanks for reaching out! More to come!
Nice!!! First time owner of a GTX 2021, also. I love the total freedom and adrenaline rush I get each time I go out. I reacted the same way you did the first time I put it in sport mode. This will be my third season and I can't wait to get back out on the water. I now have 100 hours and not one problem. I have followed the manual for all maintenance schedules. I have added Riva Sponsons and Top-Loader Intake Grate, the Garmin GPS 62CV, with the In-hull Transducer, Floorboard Wedges, Cup Holder, Knee Pads and Storage Organizer. At the moment I'm having my seats reupholstered to grey, with black trim. (not a fan of the gold) I enjoy your videos, and your enthusiasm. Greetings from Rhode Island! And you are right, it is never too late. 71 years old. Hike The Whites!
Wow! Thanks for the coment! Love Rhode Island! I have been thinking about getting my seats done too. Who are you using?
@@TheOceansideGuy A upholstery company in Warwick, RI. They do marine upholstery and come highly recommended. I'll try and send a photo.
@@donaldwest9103 thx!
I just bought the same ski for the wife and I got the RXT. waiting for warmer weather here in Chicago. Cant wait. Same age and keep the videos coming !!!!
Awesome! Thank you!
Dude, I'm so happy to hear I'm not the only one who got a late start owning a Sea-Doo. You said you're 52 as a first time owner. I'm turning 58 in 2 weeks and my wife and I just bought a 2023 GTR 230. We've only had it for 2 weeks and took it out one time so far but I can't wait to get back out there and see what it has for me. I've yet to try the Sport Mode but I'm going to be trying it when we go to Alamo Lake in AZ for my 58th birthday. I lived in CA for just over 50 years and love Oceanside but now I'm in AZ so lots of opportunities to ride my Doo. I've enjoyed your videos so far and look forward to see more. I just installed my snap in fenders installation kit using the tips from your video and it made installation so much easier. Rock on Deric and thanks so much for the video! 🚤
Hey there Sparky! Wow. Thanks for reaching out! Im having a blast with my Sea-Doo! So will you. Be sure to get your 'break in period" done before you get into SPORT mode. My wife and I are wanting to go to AZ with the Doo! Hope to be there this summer.
Absolutely love OSIDE! We can hit up a lot of different ports from here with in 10min or 45min even an hr. We want to go to AZ!
I always say, "time waits for no one and tomorrow is not promised." So lets GO and do the DOO!
Next time...."I'll see ya on the water!"
Thanks Bud! The owner's manual says 5 operating hours for the break in period so I'll definitely make sure to follow the manual. I can wait on the sport mode until then.
AZ is a great place and I love it more and more the longer I'm here. It's not CA but it's just different. Having the Doo is going to make it so much better. Lake Mead is an awesome place and huge with endless opportunities so we're going there after our trip to Alamo Lake.
I agree, tomorrow is never promised so let's have fun and I do hope "I'll see ya on the water!"
Hi from Concord NH, got my new GTX230 ready for lake Winnipesaukee, what a beautiful lake!
Good old NH and the white mountains. " Live free or Die" I lived in NH for 18 years. Town called Nashua.
Love your videos. I just bought 2023 Sea-doo Wake can't wait to get on the water. I won't lie I'm just little nervous with the launch.
Hi Ken. Congratulations! Launching can be a bit nerve-racking for sure. Also backing the trailer to the ramp too. But take your trailer and Sea-Doo out in an empty lot and practice, practice, practice. That is what I did .
600th Subscriber here!
Thank YOU! 🙏🏼 You’re AMAZING!
Where you from?
@@TheOceansideGuy watching from Australia at the moment mate. Love the POVs
How does the GTX handle if you want to every so often throw it in to sharp turns or jumps?
Hi Thanks for the question. The GTX holds good with sharp turns with the stock Sea-Doo sponsons. How ever when you install the RIVA Pro Sponsons the tight and sharp turns become that much better. Meaning, the ski will stick and hold the turn without much tail slide like the stock sponsons would. Here is a link to our explanation to the RIVA Sponsons and how we did the install.
ruclips.net/video/It5OabiWOn0/видео.htmlsi=LtbnaBDXBTp0qoqd Hope this helps.
Thank you Deric for answering my question on how fast your Sea Doo goes. The reason why I got the GTX 170 is because in Michigan lakes and rivers the speed limit is 50mph you go 55mph BUT! you have to be 1 mile out from shore and the Sheriff Patrols are waters very closely. Question, Did you put your own registration sticker letters and numbers on your Sea Doo??? This summer I'm starting my own RUclips channel but it's not just going to be me on my Sea Doo I'm going to diversify do a lot more things on the channel. Like your channel can't wait for your next video bro you and your wife be safe and have fun. (Live Life Live Strong) ciao for now you 2
Hi Paul. I did put my own stickers on the Sea-Doo. Simple to do. Thanks for reaching out and for subscribing to the channel. I just did my first oil and spark plug change. Vid is being uploaded as I type this. C U on the water!
I saw 74! Awesome! Ride Safe Brother! I'm getting 1 ASAP!
230 goes about 67.
Also trim all the way down when starting and trim up as you are accelerating, or just use launch mode if you have it
Good tip!
We just ordered one, and the next time you go out, will you show everybody how reverse works in that and how easy it is or how if it’s not easy lol I just wanna have all my ducks in a row,, your videos are fantastic. We watched a few of them so far,, OPS this is Rick.🤔🍻✌️
Hi Rick and CONGRATULATIONS on your new Sea-Doo! What did you get? Thank you for enjoying our vids and yes next time Im out I will put a vid together for you on the IBR break and reverse.
@@TheOceansideGuy we bought your exact machine, I’m serious lol it is absolutely identical to yours that’s why we like your videos so much lol and your awesome narration,, oh PS next time out keep me in mind🍻✌️
@@kimhermansen3413 Awesome! You got it!
What radio do you use? Have there been any catastrophic maintenance costs? Should I buy?
I cant stress enough to get a oil catch can on the supercharges engine asap!!!!!!!
Thank you
Where did u buy those defenders ?
Do you mean the orange sea doo fenders? If so, you can get them off the see doo site or amazon.
@@TheOceansideGuy Yes ! Thanks Bro !
Nice sea doo… I’m thinking about getting sea doo sparx just cuz its affordable
Thank you! Those sparks look really nice.
I have seen them on the water. Looks like a ton, ton of fun!
You’ll enjoy it for sure. I’ll see you on the water!
Ordered this exact one in March. Still patiently waiting….
You will enjoy it! See you on the water!
Deric i saw 74
are you on KMH instead of MPH 😁
Whats your top RPM i have the exact same machine im topping at 7600 rpm
I haven't try sport mode
My las ride was 10.1 hr on the dash but no time to ride at the time
Good videos Thx
Ya good question. I have not seen the top RPM and yes it was in KMH which I did not notice until after this video, ha ha . After 10 hours you should be good to go for Sport Mode!
Thanks for watching!!! Next time...I'll see ya on the water!
F#&*! Yea Bud! Enjoy!
How many hours you waited before using SPORT mode? there is 10 hours break-in period you should not use that mode. I got the same model GTX-230. Got it to the water only once for 1.5 hours. Throttle should be max 1/2 or 3/4 according to manual. Good video ! We are in 1 daily digits temperature again here in Canada.
I was at 8 or 9 hours. Did not go full throttle.
I am now at 12 hours and did my first oil change.
ruclips.net/video/AihVJejaWzY/видео.html
The manual recommends 5 hours for the break-in, page 108.
BREAK-IN PERIOD
Operation During Break-In
Period
A break-in period of 5 operating hours
is recommended before running the
watercraft at sustained full throttle.
During this period, maximum throttle
should not exceed 1/2 to 3/4 opening.
However, brief full acceleration and
speed variations contribute to a good
break-in.
NOTICE
Continued wide open throttle accelerations
or operation, prolonged
cruising speeds are
detrimental during the break-in
period.
NOTE:
During the first 3 hours of operation,
the engine management limits the engine
maximum speed for engine protection.
The engine performance will
progressively
@@babyboom6574 thank you for all the tips you have been sending my way. For whatever reason the dealership told me 10 hour break in.
As Brand New as I am to Sea-Doos, I am learning. And thank you to all of your pro tips. I appreciate you commenting as much as you do.
Thank you! And I will see you on the water!
@@TheOceansideGuy You're welcome, I'm learning too, and a lot of it is from your videos so thank you too. I wish I'd see you on the water but we're about 3 days drive apart from each other. :)
Install a Riva catch can if you haven’t
What is that?
@@TheOceansideGuy google watercraft journal and catch can. He explains it very well. It saves your supercharger.
52... bro looks 37