Best Jet Ski review Seadoo and Yamaha
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The Best Jet Skis in the world - The fight is on
Are you a Seadoo Fan or A Yamaha Fan ?
Looking for a new Jet Ski?
You've come to the right place. Below is a review of all the latest Jetskis available in the world by the two most popular brands in the marketplace namely Seadoo and Yamaha.
As the Pit crew logistics manager for Ricky Sneddon of both Team Seadoo and Team Yamaha at various stages in his career as world champion, it was evident to me that both make a product that simply knocks the likes of Kawasaki, Polaris and Honda right out of the water.
Now I still hold Seadoo close to my heart as I found that the most fun was had in the surf on a Seadoo than i care to remember on the Yamaha, but thats just my opinion.
The bottom line is, when you're travelling at close to 85 mph across the water on a crotch rocket, does it really matter what your riding, unless you,re on a Seadoo with the new Intelligent Brake System fitted. Who would have ever thought we would end up with brakes on our jet skis. Well I'm going to let you decide which watercraft suits your personality and pocket. Unfortunately for all you Kawasaki lovers out there, I'm afraid you'll have to move along now because theres nothing to see here.
Jet ski jumping waves fun and games
Jet Ski Barreled in Hawaii North Shore Lineup
Rotax Powered 4-TEC powerplant from Seadoo
Seadoo Jet Ski
The Seadoo Jet ski offering will always be one of the finest personalised watercrafts available in the world.Synonomous with speed, reliability, fun and ingenuity, Seadoo is always striving to be the most favoured of jet ski enthuasists in the world jet ski market.Newly releasing their latest range powered by the 4-TEC Rotax powered powerplant.
Seadoo is backed by Bombardier, a world renowned Lear Jet manufacturer, and is the home of the ever popular Rotax Powered Motor. Rotax has become known as a leading front runner in the snowmobile, jet boat and microlight industry and offers peak performance in their jet ski series with an unprecedented reed valve system second to none.
Yamaha or Seadoo.The choice is yours
Yamaha Jet Ski
Yamaha has always been a frontrunner in the world of racing and produces some of the finest machines to the superbike, motocross and quadbiking fraternity. With an intelligence for race design and performance engines, Yamaha will remain a contender in the jet ski market for many years to come or for as long as they decide to compete for the coveted number 1 spot in jet ski world championships.
If you are looking to maintain a performance enhanced, eat my dust, throttle to the max kind of attitude to your personalised watercraft, whether for recreational enjoyment or for competitive reasons, Yamaha Jet skis are a consideration for you.
The Traditional Baby Seadoo
Seadoo GTI 130
Jet ski Type: Recreational / Family Fun
Engine Specifications: Basic 130 Horsepowered Rotax
Features: Primarily a two seater, but can be used for an adult and two children. Digital information onboard computer system offering lanyard safety and 15 function memory. A watertight removable storage compartment and forward, neutral and reverse controls.
Recommended Retail Price: Starting at $ 7 799
The Seadoo dashboard configuration
Seadoo GTI SE 155 and Seadoo GTI SE 130
Jet ski Type: Recreational / Family Fun
Engine Specifications: 130 or 155 Horsepowered Rotax options
Features:
Primarily a two seater, but can be used for an adult and two children. Digital information computer system offering lanyard safety and 17 function
memory incorporating a compass and water temperature function. A watertight removable storage compartment and forward, neutral
and reverse controls. Newer features include a fold up step on platform and wider handlebars.
Recommended Retail Price: Starting at $ 8 699 for the 130 HP AND $ 9 699 for the 155 HP
Seadoo Step up ladder
Seadoo GTX 215 and GTX 155
Jet ski Type: Luxury Performance Family
Engine Specifications: 215 or 155 Horsepowered Rotax powerplant options
Features:
Primarily a two seater with a specialised touring seat, but can be used for an adult and two children. More sophisticated onboard computer system offering lanyard safety and 18 functions including a compass. A watertight removable storage compartment, step up foldable ladder and forward, neutral
and reverse controls.
Recommended Retail Price: Starting at $ 10 699 for 155 hp option to $ 11 999 for a 215 hp option
Seadoo 2009 GTX iS Limited in action
Seadoo GTX Limited iS 255
Jet ski Type: Luxury Performance Family
Engine Specifications: 255 Horsepowered Rotax 4-TEC powerplant
Features: The largest in the GTX range provides 3 adult seating including a specialised touring seat. The most sophisticated of watercraft
systems to date including an iBR (Intelligent Brake and Reverse) capability, the new iTC (intelligent Throttle Control) system and iS (Intelligent Suspension upgrade). The newest state of the art retractable mooring line system and housed on an S3 Hull platform providing the best in family watercraft features for 2009. With multiple watertight removable storage compartments, an standard step up foldable ladder and
forward, neutral
and reverse controls.
Recommended Retail Price: Starting at $ 16 499it remains # 1 in its class
Seadoo RXT IS 255
Seadoo RXT IS 255
Jet ski Type: MuscleCraft Performance Series
Engine Specifications: 255 Horsepowered Rotax 4 - TEC powerplant
Features : Fitted with the Intelligent series adaptions and coupled with the speed and variability of performance and muscle make this the best and most sought after jet ski model of all time. Most raced model and favourite of speed freaks the world over. If youre looking for the jet ski gift for someone who has everything, then this is the one.
Recommended Retail Price: Starting at $ 14 999 before you start adding all the race extras youve got your eye on.
Seadoo RXT X 255
Seadoo RXT-X 255
Jet ski Type: MuscleCraft Performance Series
Engine Specifications: 215 or 155 Horsepowered Rotax powerplant options
Features: X series X-throttle and X- traction matting and X-racing handlebars. Fitted with a VTS (Variable Trim and Tilt System) for planing control and a specialised intake system, make this one of the quickest watercraft on the planet.Definitely the one you want on your double trailer.
Recommended Retail Price: Starting at $ 13 699
Saedoo RXP - X 255
Seadoo RXP-X 255
Jet ski Type: MuscleCraft Performance Series
Engine Specifications: 255 Horsepowered Rotax powerplant with 4-TEC configuration
Features: If you're looking for the best jet ski that personal watercraft sport has to offer, then look no further. Anyone pulling up to the waters edge with 2 RXP -X 255'S on a double trailer will be the bees knees wherever they go.It just doesn't get any better than this.
Recommended Retail Price: Starting at $ 13 399
Seadoo RXT 215-2009 model
Seadoo RXT 215
Jet ski Type: Luxury Performance Family
Engine Specifications: 215 Horsepowered Rotax powerplant
Features: Sophisticated onboard computer
system offering lanyard safety and 18 functions including a compass. A
watertight removable storage compartment, step up foldable ladder and ski tow eye. An all rounder for speed, endurance, family fun and enough power for wakeboarding and skiing behind.
Recommended Retail Price: Starting at $ 11 999
Seadoo RXP 215 -2009 model
Seadoo RXP 215
Jet ski Type: Luxury Performance Family
Engine Specifications: 215 Horsepowered Rotax powerplant
Features: Similar in most respects to the RXT 215, save for extra wide steering, Variable trim and tilt system and added computer features. Personal preference to design features are individual and so is the RXP 215.
Recommended Retail Price: Starting at $ 11 999
Seadoo Wake 215 2009 model
Seadoo Wake 155
Jet ski Type: Luxury Sport Series
Engine Specifications: 155 Horsepowered Rotax powerplant
Features: The first of many firsts by Seadoo, the Wake series is purpose built with wakeboarding and skiing in mind and offers every conceivable necessity for a day on the water. Includes a retractable ski pylon and removable board rack. Often a choice for deep sea anglers to retrofit for fishing uses.
Recommended Retail Price: Starting at $ 9 999
2009 Seadoo Wake Pro Jet Ski
Seadoo Wake Pro 215
Jet ski Type: Luxury Sport Series
Engine Specifications: 215 Horsepowered Rotax powerplant
Features: Fitted with the removable Wakeboost system technology creating the best wake for non stop boarding.The first of many firsts by Seadoo, the Wake series is purpose built
with wakeboarding and skiing in mind and offers every conceivable
necessity for a day on the water. Includes a retractable ski pylon and
removable board rack. Often a choice for deep sea anglers to retrofit
for fishing uses. Includes a high performance Variable Trim and Tilt system
Recommended Retail Price: Starting at $ 12 999
Yamaha Waverunner FZR
Yamaha Waverunner FZR
Jet ski Type: Power Class
Engine Specifications: Supercharged 1812cc Four Cylinder Four Stroke
Features:
Electronic Fuel Ignition,Adjustable Steering and Cruise Control
Recommended Retail Price: Starting at $12 599
Yamaha Waverunner FZS
Yamaha Waverunner FZS
Jet ski Type: Power Class
Engine Specifications: Supercharged 1812cc Four Cylinder Four Stroke
Features:
Electronic Fuel Ignition,Telescopic Steering and boarding ladder.Remote transmitter starup.
Recommended Retail Price: Starting at $12 899
Yamaha Waverunner FX SHO
Yamaha Waverunner FX SHO
Jet ski Type: Power Class
Engine Specifications: Supercharged 1812cc Four Cylinder Four Stroke
Features:
Electronic Fuel Ignition,Adjustable Steering and Cruise Control
Recommended Retail Price: Starting at $12 599
Yamaha Waverunner FX Cruiser SHO
Yamaha Waverunner FX Cruiser SHO
Jet ski Type: Power Class
Engine Specifications: 1812cc supercharged 4 stroke 4 cylinder yamaha marine engine
Features:
Cruise Control no-Wake mode, remote transmitter startup and adjustable steering
Recommended Retail Price: Starting at $11 399
Yamaha Waverunner FX HO
Yamaha Waverunner FX HO
Jet ski Type: Power Class
Engine Specifications: 1812cc supercharged 4 stroke 4 cylinder yamaha marine engine
Features:
Cruise Control no-Wake mode, remote transmitter startup and reverse function
Recommended Retail Price: Starting at $11 399
Yamaha Waverunner FX Cruiser HO
Yamaha Waverunner FX Cruiser HO
Jet ski Type: Power Class
Engine Specifications: Supercharged 1812cc Four Cylinder Four Stroke
Features:
Electronic Fuel Ignition,Telescopic Steering and boarding ladder.Remote transmitter starup.
Recommended Retail Price: Starting at $11 899
Yamaha Waverunner VX Cruiser
Yamaha Waverunner VX Cruiser
Jet ski Type: Power Class
Engine Specifications: Supercharged 1812cc Four Cylinder Four Stroke
Features:
Electronic Fuel Ignition,Telescopic Steering and boarding ladder.Remote transmitter starup.
Recommended Retail Price: Starting at $12 899
Yamaha Waverunner VX Deluxe
Yamaha Waverunner VX Deluxe
Jet ski Type: Power Class
Engine Specifications: Supercharged 1812cc Four Cylinder Four Stroke
Features:
Electronic Fuel Ignition,Telescopic Steering and boarding ladder.Remote transmitter starup.
Recommended Retail Price: Starting at $12 899
Yamaha Waverunner VX Sport
Yamaha Waverunner VX Sport
Jet ski Type: Power Family Class
Engine Specifications: 1052cc Four Cylinder Four Stroke
Features:
Electronic Fuel Ignition,Sport edition
Recommended Retail Price: Starting at $7 899
Yamaha Waverunner VX
Yamaha Waverunner VX
Jet ski Type: Family Waverunner Class
Engine Specifications: 1052cc Four Cylinder Four Stroke,Double Overhead Cam, 20 valve heads
Features:
Electronic Fuel Ignition and judged one of the most popular entry level craft in its class.
Recommended Retail Price: Starting at $7 699
Yamaha Superjet Standup
Yamaha Superjet Standup
Jet ski Type: Stand Up Super
Engine Specifications: 701cc super 2 stroke 2 cylinder yamaha high performance engine
Features: Skid plates and traction deck.
Recommended Retail Price: Starting at $7 199. A tried and tested as well as proven winner in its class for nearly 20 years.
The Super Jet Racing Jet ski in action
Waverunner Jet ski in flight
The Good life nowhere else but a jetski
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And Yamaha jumps ahead by 16% of the votes.Good going Yamaha fans
Did anybody find this article of any help in their quest to find the best jetski.Which model do you think is the best.Let us know.here in the comments section.
How many liters of fuel?
How many liters of fuel?
Hi Michael,
Thats a good question.Jet skis tend to operate on similar capacites as motorbikes and as such can hold 12 -20 liters of fuel dependent on the make and model. Two stroke motors will require a special octane or unleaded to produce the best performance which can be determined by a Race Shop or Jet ski mechanic for your intended use. 4 strokes tend to run on richer octane for better performance. Hope this helps
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Seadoo in a jacuzzi
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Dale Nelson says:
3 months ago
Thanks to all those who voted in the poll.It seems that Seadoo is narrowly ahead.Common Yamaha supporters where are your votes.