Should You Buy the 2020 Sea-Doo GTI 130 or 170? We Compare Top Speed, Acceleration, Price And More!
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Pretty sure Steve has the best job at tfl.
Certainly the warmest at this time of year. lol These videos are a tad old right now since he has his beard here. He did a LOT of these water vids before he moved on. Editing has just taken this long to be able to throw them up on the channel.
@@WW-wf8tu He moved on? Is he no longer with TFL?
@@WW-wf8tu Wait so is Steve no longer on TFL? I was just gonna say he's the only presenter on TFL worth watching. Everybody else just seems so biased and you can see that countless times on TFLTruck.
Neutrally Neutral He hasn’t gone anywhere haha
Thank you for adding the stability test ! I always wanted to know how stable they are but no one ever checks
Always interested in your reviews. Informative and thorough. You really do have a great job.
Hi Steve, my girlfriend and I really appreciate your video, we both bought the 130 today. can't wait to put these babies in the water
I’m torn between the 2. This would be our second one in addition to the Sea Doo Wake (170 version)
Thank you for this. Very well produced- and excellent info (we are in the final decision stage on features. This was fantastic- and GREATLY appreaciated.
Love the videos Im looking to buy a SeaDoo soon going to use your videos for information. Thank you!
I am 56 yrs old and I will get my 1st PWC in the spring. And it will be this one.
I must say, Your videos are OUTSTANDING. I love your spirit, you make GREAT points and I trust your opinion. GREAT job buddy!
Thanks for this, I'm currently finalizing my purchase of a 2020 GTI and was really torn / I'm buying the 130!
Great review as always Steve! Man PWCs are so fun. Sadly I’m in MN so I have like 3 days to use them before we are in a blizzard the rest of the time
Just ordered a GTI 170, I had a modified RXT for years, but my son is a teenager and it scared me, I think the 170 should strike the right balance.
As another commenter posted, a side-by-side acceleration test would be really helpful to see the actual difference between both skis... either way, 130 or 170 - both amazing fun rides for sure
Also, I don't trust the spedo on the Seadoo, I always use a GPS to validate speed, that spedo is off by at least +5% in my experience
I love these videos. I’m buying a seadoo spark trixx next March can’t wait!
Dude .. you have the best job on Earth lol
I love your honesty and clear POV. Thank you!!!
Awesome video brother, super helpful but also just entertaining 👏🏼
Great video! Nice attention to detail.
We love your reviews!!
Keep up great stuff
My wife and I just bought a blue 130. We love it and the cooler is a great addition too. Ran out and bought that right away. I had a '93 GTX and this is the first Sea Doo I but since then. Sorry I waited so long, but this is a fantastic machine!
Enjoy
I have a 2015 155 and love it. Great overview of the 2020s. You have a sub from me.
Excellent review!
Really good review. Thanks man
It's not how fast it is, it's how quick it gets there.
People shouldn't get hung up on top end speed because it's how quickly it gets to that top speed is what matters.
Even if they both had the exact same top speed, one gets to that top speed a lot sooner than the other, and that's a big part of the fun factor when your riding one.
meh...if there is one think I learned there are three people in the world on this topic. There is a whole clan of people that top speed is everything. They must be on lakes made of glass. Then there is the crowd who doesn't care about speed (or accel) because they are clueless or just goofing off doing tricks...then there is my crew which are long distance cruisers on big water and bumps. Top speed is for 3% of our journey and it's about stability and comfort vs. price but acceleration is important when we tube or (try) to ski which is infrequently. Many different people in this world.
Great video man. Only suggestion I’ll point out is that it might be better to notice (at least for us) the 20% diff if you compare both models at the same time on the screen, maybe with a drone and another buddy riding the other one? Anyways, keep up that good work!
Sobreviviendo en USA- Educación Financiera it just start in the same spot and overlay the shots? Side by side comparisons are better with the same operator (skill and size/weight)
BoredAtWork2000 true. Both will work for me
love that you guys are doing pwc reviews ! can we get into some bayliner boats and that type of thing too
Great review! Thanks!
Amazing explanation!!!!i just bought 130 SE 2021 .i washed your videos 7 mouths ago and i remember what you said. MY WIFE AND I LOVE THOSE MACHINES.
There stilll going good ? Do they have the idf?
I just purchased one 1week ago waiting for it to come in
We had no choice but get the 130 because all the dealers are sold out of everything!!! Looks like it might not be a bad thing. Thanks for the video. Cant wait to get it.
Nice reviews & try test all the models in mpg and put a chart up will fuel capacity also and max travel distance!
Great video; very informative. 👍
Love your video & thanks for the info👍
Seeing these videos make me glad I still own my 96 hx, they will never be made the same again
They'll also never make a '76 Yugo again, either. 🙄
I agree. These new PWC are ugly and bulky
Great video, would love one on the gtx 230
I have a 2016 GTI SE 130, it looks identical to your old Sea-Doo, and I'm very satisfied with the power and speed. My thought was that the 130 would end up being more reliable long-term because the engine isn't working at max capacity. As far as speed, if you are coming from an older ski (or you are used to riding in a boat), it will be plenty powerful, especially in Sport mode.
I agree. But the Sea Doo GTR using a 230 horsepower rotax 1630 is more or less the same engine that you’ve got. The difference being it is supercharged. I bet you will be fine if you put on a tune.
@@ryanrake2714 yepp!!! so true. 2021 with newer 1630cc rotax engine has 200hp tune for 500.- or less and that transforms this ski verymucho. Add some right hardware ontop and once letargic 130 becomes quite lively. For reasonable buck. AND IT WILL LAST, not like those boosted 300+hp beasts. Cheap to maintain. No reasons not to have one....
Great video detail!👍🏿
Hi Steve any chance of doing a comparison and review of the Seadoo GTX 170 and 230 model, there's very little to none around especially on the 2020 GTX models. Also many people carry eskies and equpiment on the rear it would be great see a comparison with the above having abit weight on the back of seadoo too, especially when it comes launching. It be of interest please.
Just got a 2021 gti se 130
Price has gone up
$12200 ski
$799 dealers fee
$1400 trailer
$3500 extended warranty (3years)
$1000 3life jackets, accessories, linQ gas tank
We have a 7 years old so 130 works for 3 of us very well
Great video
Hey bro I love your vids and I love the info!!! So I have been trying to find a jet ski that is really fast and stable and overall great and I was wondering if you had any suggestions or if you have one for sale. I also don’t need it to be REALLY EXPENSIVE. Thanks dude!
Here in Brazil the 150 is Green turquoise and the 170 is the orange one 2020 model. My wife love the turquoise but I think I’m going for the 170 orange one. Nice review tho
He nailed it at the end. The point is to be in the water and enjoy it no matter what your ride is.
thanks man... ill definitely buy the 130...
Great review... thank you for this. My local dealer only displays the 170 in the showroom but they do have the 130 as well. How did you get access to these models to review them? None of my local dealers offer test drives on the water. With so many different SeaDoo models and engines how are we supposed to make a buying decision without actual test rides on the water?
The difference between my 155hp and 215hp was ridiculous. I would never buy a low HP jet ski, acceleration is way more important than cruising or top speed. The most fun is jumping waves, and you need instant torque for that. It’s why I go with naturally aspirated instead of supercharged . Kawasaki 160x does it all.
I agree with you. Trusted engine - no bells and whistles to go wrong. Good power and speed.
I'm a big dude myself, would you choose the GTI over the Kawasaki STX 160X? Just the obvious power increase in the Kawasaki for a bigger person sounds more appealing. This is mainly for typical lake use. Thanks for your input!
Hey Steve, what's the difference between GTI to GTI SE?
My 1998 Tigershark 1000 does 51 MPH at 5,000 ft. built 22 years ago all stock, well used. Has real glass covered gauges, speed, tach, fuel, trim still look perfect. Oh, paid $175.00 for it.
I mean I have the 96 tiger shark 640 and a spark and I would still choose the spark everyday, to each their own
@@henrypuckett2201 I believe 1997 was all new on the Tigershark "The models made from 1997-1999 were fan favorites", and I haven't ridden a 640, the 640 engine is rated at 62 HP, the 1000 engine is rated at 115 HP, I would think 53 more HP would be a lot more fun and with a better hull design, but, to each their own.
98 bombardier 720 goes 55
@@noahlippert7571 At sea level or at 5,000 ft elivation? At sea level Tiger Shark 1000 stock, 58 mph. I'm at 5k.
Txs for nice review. Looking to buy the 2021 170 version. Can you do waterski or pull a balloon ? What do you need to buy as accessories ?
It's really weird to see a 130 HP only achieve that top speed. My 2 stroke 1998 GTX ran an honest 54MPH at high altitude lakes, ( the slowest recorded) and upper 60's at sea level. This was tried & true using other professional ski boats speed input for accuracy. Thanks for the videos, enjoy them!
If you look at his trim on both runs the 130 had the trim all the way up and the 170 in the middle. We have both skis and are able to hit 55-56 on the 130 and 60-61 on the 170. On glass of course!
Would love to see a compare between the gti 90 vs 130 Great video.
I had the 2017 130 and the wife had the 2017 90, guess who was mad every time "who" got passed... also the 90 is a smaller engine as the 130 and 170 are the same engine.
@@normanhenderson9290 lol I got the 2021 Seadoo se 130
On the old 155 and 130, the 130 had a different cam and injectors. I wonder if the same is true on the 1600cc engine and it’s not just a different ecu tune.
Do you still have your old GTI? How many hours on it. How’s it running now? Anything you want to share about it? Would you consider an update on the ski as you have ridden it? With some dos & don’t. And or maybe some must haves.
My uncle saw this video and bought a 170 because of you thanks
I think it's crap when manufacturers limit the horsepower by detuning the ecu just to get you to spend more for a higher model. I can understand if they charge more for a bigger engine, a supercharger or a bigger jet pump. But charging more just for the tune is pure baloney!
Welcome to the world of computers lol this shouldn’t surprise you how they do things now. It’s like iPhones, newer ones basically just have slightly better ecu
Thanks for the in depth review.
What are your thoughts on towing? I don't think these models are suited for adults wakeboarding, but I was thinking more along the lines of a float tube of some sort.
Hi sir. Can you do review on 2020 sea doo GTX 170. Thank you
hey man great video however when you did the top speed run on the 130 your vts/ trim was all the way down meaning the machine couldn't plane off the water all the way when i rode a 130 with the trim/ vts up I hit 58
Great video Steve! However .... I bought a 230 last Summer , and every single time I hold her flat out , I’m curious “could have purchased 70HP more 😂” ...
It's an $1,800 difference between the 2, about 5 mph and a 40 hp difference. Very minimal difference in price so you might as well go for the 170. It really would come down to color preference really. I'm 6'1, 230 lbs and I can stand on 1 running board with full weight on my 14 GTI so the new hull makes no difference in weight ratio.
@Gary Dorfner Yup, but beware that most dealers aren't going to be able to fulfill your order in a timely manner. The 2023 lineup was just announced today but people are still waiting on their orders from 2022. Bombardier and Sea Doo seem to be having major supply chain issues.
Best vids. Watch them all
What would you recommend: Seadoo gti 170 se 2021 or Yamaha vx cruiser ho 2021 for salt and rough water use only (sea, ocean)
Many thanks
Thx for sharing this. In your option would you go with the 170 wake or the GTX 170 ST3 hull?
you do a good job. thank you
Hey Buddy, Love your videos. I’m about to get a 2019 GTI 130 but I’m concerned about the carbon seal and Seadoo reliability in general. What are your thoughts. Have you had to do the carbon seal on yours yet ?
We have an 08 seadoo rxt 215 and have never had an issue sea soo has great reliability
Despite the difference in top speed and everything else in between (the bells and whistles), what I find a bit sweeter is my model jet ski model. The elder 10' or 11' GTI SE 130 can hit 61 to 64 mph. It obviously doesn't have sport or eco mode but the acceleration is pretty intense. While cruising in the 60's mph is very good for a water craft and years of use..it seems kinda slow compared to the newer skis that top between 65 to 78. *Don't get me wrong those are very nice skis that has/have all the latest features and I do like that a lot. My only downfall is the lighter engines inside that's 130 or 170 hp.
I’m ready to sell my 2017 RXT 260 and get the Limited 300 because who ever said they don’t want more power
Haha
I had a quick question. I am contemplating between two new PWC and would like to see your opinion between the two. The two I have narrowed it down to are the Sea-doo GTX 170 or the Yamaha FX Cruiser HO. I value handling, comfort, and acceleration the most. I ride in light chop often and occasionally moderate chop or wake jumping. Would love to hear your opinion.
Hopefully you went with the reliable as hell Yamaha
Good info next time can you show wich one its best for pulling a tube. 👍🍺🍺🍺
Thinking about buying awake. 80% of the time dragging two or three teenage boys on a flotation device. Is it worth getting the big one to be able to haul two or three at a time?
Hi mate im from aus can you do a comparison review with the gtr230 vs the gtx230 comparing top speed, handling, srability 0-60 time, storage, technology, accessories,hull comparieson
As someone whos parents own both, the 170 is worth the extra money. Power makes a massive difference and the sound system is stellar!
I get sea-doo notifications from tfl and it's -5C outside in Toronto. How about some winter camping/ winter offroad truck videos instead?
We're trying to help you think warmer thoughts!
Plus, if you want wintry videos, we've got plenty of those: ruclips.net/video/5xQuwSoFRwc/видео.html
Would the 130hp be enough to get out of my marina inlet with some incoming rough waves? Or is it worthy to go for the 170hp? I don't care very much for top speed, i'm more a safety fan, thanks.
Maybe it’s just me but being in a boat always feels WAY faster than your really going. 50mph feels like 80 to me lol. I’m sure the slowest jet ski would be plenty fast for this old land lover 👍🏼
Fastest I went was 70mph in uncles nitro bass boat with 200hp mercury. I thought I was going to die!
Agreed. I once had a ride in a twin big block fountain boat on lake st. Clair and at 80+ mph my life flashed before my eyes. I felt like about 200 mph on the highway.
I think the extra hp would mean more when you add 2 riders and gear. But ya, unless your racing top speed with your buddies, the smaller would be great to go play.
“If you put a hole in this thing you just replace the entire hull” Wtf? How is that a good thing?
Again, another great watercraft review video! I love the in depth analysis of all aspects of the product and these reviews are better than some of the watercraft specific media outlets....just saying
If you're spending that kind of money and those are the only two color choices, I'd spend the $600. I think the blue is a much "richer" looking machine. You don't gain much in performance, but you will get most of the price difference back at resale.
Blue or black don't show up on the water as well as other colors-
Just something to consider "Visibility = Safety"
Can you do a video comparing the Yamaha Superjet and the Kawasaki SX-R?
I have a brand new 2020 Gti 170. Tilts to the left a lot
Advice needed: GTI 170 SE or GTX 170 STD?
When you are doing a top speed run always put the vts up all the way but never do that on a spark trixx
6:05 lol i thought that caméra felt
I put deposit on the 130 about month ago and hoping to get it at end of august but said probably won’t be in until September . They said it’s gonna be marked as 2021 bc so late in season.
I would get the 130 and flash the firmware to the 170, if it's possible.
Yesss! I just bought the 2020 GTI 130 SE
Pandacat 666 yes I already have it I’m just waiting for it to warm up!
Noah Johnson what color and how did u get it so soon?
Caleb Moore I got the Blue and grey, it was available already in my city, I got it at Reno’s Powersport in Kansas City
I just got a blue one too.. in NY
CleanSlateForge. Nice!
hopefully i can have the money to buy the gti 130 in a year ! seems perfect for enjoy ride travel economy and price !!!
Family planning on getting a seadoo and it will be three of us riding on it at same time. I am 180 and she is 110 and our child is 45 pounds. Which would be better?
A fantastic video, thanks! :) Since my wife and I are both looking to purchase our first Sea-Doo, I'm thinking the 170 might be better to "haul" both of us versus a 130 for just one of us. Perhaps the next one will be the 130 to go alongside the 170. :D I even thought about a 230 but prefer to stay away from supercharging for our first vessel. Keep up the great work!
I've been in pwcs all my life if you want a supercharged one keep a naturally aspirated one for when it's in the shop trust me
Nice, I'll get one this 👍🏼😜🙏🏼
I'm thinking about buying the 170
I have a 2017 130 and a 2015 155 and for $600 i'd get the 155 over the 130 all day long. the real world price difference was close to $2000 when i bought mine though. and my 130 will run 52-53 mph and my 155 will run 55 mph. I personally HATE that seadoo has limited the new ones so much that the 130 will only do 50 and the 170 will barely do 55. I feel the 170 could easily be a 60 mph machine with a impeller and tune. I will be watching to see how well the polytec 2 holds up and what tunes the aftermarket will come out with. I wouldn't be surprised if with a tune the 130 could easily be a 55+ mph machine. it will be interesting to see how Seadoo has locked down the tuning.
How much does top speed factor into insurance cost? Even worth considering?
@@nametaken2392 not really. they ask for HP for watercraft and i told them 130 for the 130 and 141 or 142 for the 155. the 155 is not 155hp based on a lot of online reading i have done.
Can either the 130 or 170 pull a skier or wakeboarder? Is it legal w/o a 3rd seat ? If not, is there a light-weight Seadoo (with the plastic hull), that can pull a skier [I have a lightweight aluminum trailer, so I'd rather stick with low weight]
Yeah and that take off you refer too is probably because the 170 has a different impellor that is pitched for a better take off.
Both look great, but when my 2001 Kawasaki 900 sts runs 50mph. Makes it hard to want to upgrade. I just have a little more maintenance being a 2 stroke and need to replace piston rings every couple of years. At least I don’t have to worry about oil changes. Just add premix
Change oil once a year or added premix to the tank every single fill up hmmmmmm...I'll take a the better fuel economy and more power of a 4 stroke.
Franklin Natomagan not all 2 strokes you have to premix our has a oil injection so it stays separate from the gas it’s a gas hogger gut 2 stokes have know to be fare more reliable( if you know what your doing)
What would be the fuel amount used differ,,yes i know driving styles will change things but just all around
How much does a hull replacement cost?
Thanks for the info can you make a comparison on the seadoo 170 2022 vs the 2022 Yamaha Waverunner . 👍🍺🍺🍺🇺🇲
Outstanding!👍👍👍
Would 2017 be the same as the 2015 you owned? Or where they changed?
This guys videos are very complete
Why do you try and make it sound like replacing the entire hull is better than patching some glass? Am I missing something?