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It’s almost steady as she goes from the three major players in the PWC market for 2023. Yamaha and Kawasaki are more about colour alters and upgrades to existing models, with Sea Doo reinvent ed a couple of existing models to diversify the brands appeal. For 2023 Sea Doo are offering 17 models, Yamaha 14 and Kawasaki 5. Again, there are only two stand-ups, one each from Yamaha and Kawasaki. All are four strokes and none have yet announced a serious move into the electric PWC market, preferring to leave that to a number of niche companies around the world.

Yamaha Waverunner

Need for speed

Yamaha Motor New Zealand has announced their 2023 WaveRunner model line-up, which sees all-new colours. Yamaha Motor New Zealand has announced their 2023 WaveRunner model line-up, which sees all-new colours and updated decals across the 15-model range, and the expansion of Yamaha’s RecDeck platform to the VX and GP1800R series.

Luxury Performance - FX Series

Yamaha’s FX range once again delivers peak power and luxury performance, with three supercharged 1.8 Litre Super Vortex High Output (SVHO) engine models and two models with Yamaha’s 1.8 Litre High Output (HO) naturally aspirated engines.

All FX models come with built-in GPS capabilities and a fully integrated marine audio system, with full Bluetooth mobile phone connectivity for playing music, making hands

free calls and texting through the touchscreen display. The SVHO models come with a 7-inch feature-rich colour display, while the HO models come with a 5-inch feature-rich colour display.

All FX models now come with predrilled mounting holes, for easy integration with Yamaha’s RecDeck platform and bolt-on accessories which include the option of a JetFish Package, Lounge Package, and Tow Sports Package – all sold separately.

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Great Allrounder - VX Series

The world’s most popular watercraft model continues to deliver in 2023 with three sharp looking VX WaveRunners to choose from. The VX Series offers an affordable featurerich and versatile package for those that appreciate reliability, quality and performance, with a value-for-money price tag.

The racy looking VX Cruiser HO comes with Yamaha’s High Output 1.8 Litre marine engine for maximum power-toweight performance. The VX Limited is sure to turn heads with its contrasting blue hull and striking red highlights and comes with built-in marine speakers. Finishing out the VX model line-up is the VX Deluxe, for those looking for a quality watercraft, with a pure focus on the ride. Yamaha’s widely popular RecDeck platform and accessories are now available for all VX models, creating even more versatility and on-water fun, whether fishing, relaxing about or towing.

Compact and Fun - EX Series

The 2023 EX Series delivers stacks of fun, punchy performance and light nimble handling. Choose from the EX Deluxe with Yamaha’s intuitive RiDE system which gives the rider greater control over the craft or the EX model, the most affordable craft in Yamaha’s lineup. With its lightweight hull design, and high performing Yamaha TR-1 engine, the Yamaha EX Series WaveRunners deliver a finish and performance that has no equal in its category.

Express Yourself - Freestyle Series

Freestyle your style - Yamaha’s 2023 Freestyle series puts a new spin on your ride. Introduced in 2022, the JetBlaster takes on-water fun to the next level, allowing the rider to perform stand-up manoeuvres, unmatched by any other sit-down craft in the WaveRunner lineup. With its custom-tuned electric trim, built-in footwell chocks and raised action handlebars, this action-packed craft will bring a smile to every rider. For the ultimate in stand-up performance, the legendary four-stroke SuperJet continues to challenge those thrill seekers looking for something unique, that will push their riding abilities to the limits, while delivering 100% pure adrenalin and excitement.

Need for Speed - GP1800R Series

When it comes to chequered flags, no other out-of-thebox watercraft has been able to match the reputation of Yamaha’s GP1800R WaveRunner series. With World Championship winning, race-ready engines and extremely lightweight performance hulls, the 2023 GP1800R line-up will ensure you leave your mates in your wake. For 2023 you can choose from two supercharged GP1800R SVHO models in either Azure Blue or Black with Acid Green, or a naturally aspirated GP1800R HO model in black. All models come with built-in marine-grade Bluetooth audio systems, race performance adjustable handlebars, intake grate and jet pump and industry-first automatic trim system for exceptional cornering and launch control. Yamaha’s RecDeck platform and accessories are now also available on all GP models. The first 2023 WaveRunner models are expected to land in New Zealand in early 2023.

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Kawasaki New colours

Kawasaki will have three tiers of all new for 2023 Ultra 310 JetSkis as well as the three STX 160 models, as well as a newly renamed SX-R. However only the STX160X will be imported into New Zealand in 2023. While no major changes were announced for 2023 Kawasaki did will have new colourways. All three supercharged Ultras will remain identical in colour and trim as their 2022 predecessors. For the STX lineup, there are no changes to trim, features or accessories but colour liveries and prices were changed. Whether out for some weekend fun or racing competitively, the Jet Ski SX-R 160 personal watercraft features powerful thrust and agile rider-active handling from the V-shape hull and produces plenty of low-to-mid-range torque from its 1498cc 4-stroke engine. The 2023 Jet Ski SX-R 160 stand-up watercraft is available with an Ebony/ Lime Green colourway.

The Kawasaki Jet Ski Ultra 310 series boasts a liquid-cooled, supercharged, in-line 4-cylinder, 1498cc engine and digital fuel injection. Riders can select from four power modes (full, middle, low and SLO) to suit their riding conditions or skill level. Its raceinspired hull allows the Jet Ski Ultra 310 to be handled with accuracy and precision. Kawasaki Launch Control Mode (KLCM) offers two modes to

benefit acceleration, while Kawasaki Smart Reverse with Deceleration (KSRD) allows for reverse assist options when navigating tight spots. A 7” TFT instrumentation adorns the dash of the Ultra 310 series and features Bluetooth connectivity as well as multiple display modes. The 2023 3-passenger supercharged Jet Ski Ultra 310X comes in an Ebony/Metallic Electric Turquoise colourway.

The Jet Ski Ultra 310LX-S includes all of the great features offered on the Ultra 310 series as well as an exclusive ULTRA Deck with an extended rear deck and 7.9 inches of additional staging platform for water play and storing gear. Two multi-mount rails are built into the ULTRA Deck to accommodate additional accessory slide mounts and provide accessible tie-down points. It also comes equipped with a rearview camera that can be monitored on the instrument panel when in use and stylish LED accent lights that have been added to the front of the Jet Ski. The 3-passenger supercharged Jet Ski Ultra 310LX-S is offered in an Ebony/Lime Green.

The Jet Ski Ultra310LX takes luxury and style to the next level, featuring all of the great performance and convenience of the Ultra 310X and Ultra 310LX-S while adding an

incomparable seat and sound system. The 3-passenger supercharged Jet Ski Ultra 310LX is available in an Ebony/ Metallic Shadow Gold.

The Jet Ski STX160 series is powered by a DOHC, 16-valve, parallel 4-cylinder and 1498cc engine. It utilises a balanced hull, ergonomic riding position, large fuel tank and storage compartment, along with several easy-to-use rider aid functions to create a comfortable and exciting three-seat personal watercraft that appeals to a wide range of riders. In addition to the STX 160’s standard features, the Jet Ski STX 160X features adjustable electronic cruise control speed, which can be set with the UP/DOWN buttons located on the handlebar. It also features a comfort handle grip that tapers outward, making it easier to hold on when riding in a straight line and a premium painted deck. The 2023 3-passenger Jet Ski STX160X is available in Ebony/ Lime Green.

Finally, the Jet Ski STX160LX flagship model includes the JETSOUND integrated audio system with Bluetooth as standard equipment. The system consists of an amplifier, an audio controller built into the handle, and two speakers placed under the mirrors.

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Seadoo Diverse Range

While the 2023 Se Doo model range remains much the same as 2022, there are a couple of new and exciting models for 2023, which offer a whole new perspective to the PWC market. Big news for 2023 is the addition to the top of the Sea Doo line up with the new RXP-X Apex 300. The new Apex is a new carbon fibre style with racing green accents and full of features. A great looker it is also epic to ride and while featuring all the best of the RXPX models, it has even more cool features. There is a dedicated front bumper for added protection and easier handling of the unit when docking, beaching and departing whilst also adding to the machines rugged look

The Apex comes wrapped in Racing Green and Graphite Gray, and featuring carbon fiber on the mirrors and hood with blacked-out emblems. What truly sets the Apex apart from the standard RXP-X 300 (which returns in Millennium Yellow and Premium Triple Black) is the use of a Hydraulic Steering Damper on a reinforced steering column (with three resistance settings).

The adjustable hydraulic dampening action is designed to reduce the amount of rider input necessary to track through chop – particularly at speed – and consequently, reduce rider fatigue. The exclusive Apex also includes both seating options for the RXP-X, the high-backed single seat (Ergolock-R) and the optional passenger seat. Otherwise, all other characteristics of the Apex remain identical as the standard RXP-X (sponsons, power output, weight, etc.)

New for 2023 also is the new long range Explorer Pro 170, Sea Doo’s first ever adventure model.

This machine shares a great deal in common with the Fish Pro Sport 170, employing the full-sized ST3 platform, the same thickly-padded flat “Touring” bench seat, gunwale footrests, a modified Fish Pro extended rear deck and 7-inch Garmin GPS/Fish Finder combination navigator.

The Explorer Pro 170 includes several firsts for both Sea-Doo and the PWC industry like a full-sized removable windshield, a heavy-duty front bumper, a vertically-adjustable steering neck,

a LinQ Explore Bag, a standard LinQ multi-cargo rack, and a redesigned rear platform with three-times the LinQ mounts, allowing adventurers to bring upwards of SIX LinQ accessories! The Explorer Pro 170 will appeal to those who want to venture far upriver, down the coastline, and even camp overnight near the shoreline.These two new models stand alone as the solitary additions to the family of Sea-Doo watercraft, and expands the brand’s already diverse variety of purpose-built products.

Apart from a limited number of new colourations – including the topof-the-line GTX Limited 300, GTI and Spark models – the remainder of the watercraft lineup are direct carryovers from 2022 in both livery and equipment. This decision allows the 2023 lineup to seamlessly dovetail into last year’s production run.

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Model HP ENGINE CC ASPIRATION STORAGE FUEL WEIGHT PERSONS Yamaha GP1800R SVHO NA 4-Stroke 1812 Supercharged 107.5 L 70L 342 kg Up to 3 GP1800R HO NA 4-Stroke 1812 Supercharged 107.5 L 70L 325 kg Up to 3 FX CRUISER SVHO NA 4-Stroke 1812 Supercharged 166.6 L 70L 372 kg Up to 3 FX LIMITED SVHO NA 4-Stroke 1812 Supercharged 166.6 L 70L 373 kg Up to 3 FX SVHO NA 4-Stroke 1812 Supercharged 166.6 L 70L 371 kg Up to 3 FX CRUISER HO NA 4-Stroke 1812 Natural 166.6 L 70 L 380 kg Up to 3 FX HO NA 4-Stroke 1812 Natural 166.6 L 70 L 379 kg Up to 3 VX CRUISER NA 4-Stroke 1049 Natural 113.9 L 70 L 316 kg Up to 3 VX CRUISER HO NA 4-Stroke 1049 Natural 113.9 L 70 L 352 kg Up to 3 VX DELUXE NA 4-Stroke 1049 Natural 113.9 L 70 L 306 kg Up to 3 EX DELUXE NA 4-Stroke 1049 Natural 29.1 L 50 L 272 kg Up to 3 EX NA 4-Stroke 1049 Natural 29.1 L 50 L 262 kg Up to 3 JET BLASTER NA 4-Stroke 1049 Natural 29.1 L 50 L 249 kg Up to 3 SUPERJET NA 4-Stroke 1049 Natural None 18.9 L 170 kg I only Sea Doo RXP-X Apex 300 300 4-Stroke 1630 Supercharged 98.9L 70L 385 kg Up to 3 GTX Limited 300 300 4-Stroke 1630 Supercharged 98.9L 70L 385 kg Up to 3 RXP-X 300 4-Stroke 1630 Supercharged 153.7L 70L 354 kg Up to 2 RXT-X 300 4-Stroke 1630 Supercharged 98.9L 70L 376 kg Up to 3 GTR 230 4-Stroke 1630 Supercharged 160.8L 60L 351 kg Up to 3 Explorer Pro 170 170 4-Stroke 1630 Supercharged 196.0L * 70L 390 kg Up to 3 Wake 170 4-Stroke 1630 Supercharged 98.9L 70L 376 kg Up to 3 Wake Pro 230 230 4-Stroke 1630 Supercharged 98.9L 70L 376 kg Up to 3 GTX 170 170 4-Stroke 1630 Natural 98.9L 70L 352 kg Up to 3 GTX 230 230 4-Stroke 1630 Supercharged 98.9L 70L 365 kg Up to 3 FISH PRO SCOUT 130 130 4-Stroke 1630 Natural 203.8L 60L 355 kg Up to 3 FISH PRO SPORT 170 170 4-Stroke 1630 Natural 149.9L 70L 389 kg Up to 3 FISH PRO TROPHY 170 4-Stroke 1630 Natural 149.9L 70L 407 kg Up to 3 GTI 130 4-Stroke 1630 Natural 152.8L 60L 335 kg Up to 3 GTI SE 170 4-Stroke 1630 Natural 152.8L 60L 335 kg Up to 3 Spark & Spark Trixx 60 & 90 4-Stroke 899 Natural 27L optional 30L 186-199 kg 2 or 3 * Additional 100L Explorer Bag available Kawasaki Ultra 310LX 310 4-Stroke 1498 Supercharged 168.5L 80L 494 kg Up to 3 Ultra 310LX-S 310 4-Stroke 1498 Supercharged 168.5L 80L 483 kg Up to 3 Ultra 310X 310 4-Stroke 1498 Supercharged 168.5L 80L 468 kg Up to 3 STX 160 X 160 4-Stroke 1498 Natural 132L 78L 392 kg Up to 3 SXR 160 4-Stroke 1498 Natural NONE 23L 250 kg 1 Only 2023 PWC BUYERS GUIDE WE’REBACK7TH ANNUAL FISHING COMP KIDS SECTION 12&UNDER ,13-17 YRS ONLY $20 INCL T-SHIRT FISH AUCTION All info /rego /purchase of tickets at www.hbcraiders.co.nz or purchase tickets from FISHING DIRECT ,SILVERDALE For more info contact Carl Clayton - carl@complete247.co.nz 021 456 174 REGO IN OCT TO BE IN THE DRAW TO WIN EARLYBIRD PRIZE50 INCH TV Fri 25th Nov - Briefing @ Raiders Clubrooms,Stanmore Bay. Sat 26th Nov - Comp Day- $50 entry for adults -1st 200 adults receive FREE bag pilly,saltice,$20 value Ladies section /kids section and open . Full day for the whole family •Kids entertainment Zone ★ GREAT PRIZES FOR ALL FISHING SECTIONS AND MASSIVE SPOT PRIZES TO BE WON 144 PACIFIC PWC 2022
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The team at PowerBoat magazine trust their Isuzu D-Max to get them in, out, over and around anything in the way. All while towing a boat behind them.

With the D-Max’s 3500kg braked towing capacity, 5-star ANCAP safety rating and luxury interior features, who can blame them for choosing our bloody tough ute. Take one for a test drive and experience the toughness for yourself.

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CHOOSING YOUR

For just plain fun on the water, it’s hard to beat a PWC. They’re fast, agile and allow exhilarating riding for those with adventurous spirits.

ON THE OTHER HAND

they can be great family rides adding lots of entertainment at the holiday home or the beach for long weekends. And ride-control features make them suitable even for younger members of the household. Best of all, they don’t break the bank they’re among the most affordable of watercraft, easy to buy, easy to tow and easy to store. Fuel consumption is also moderate compared to many powerboats.

Water-jet-powered PWC’s have

been around since the early 1970’s, with gearhead and motorcyclist Clayton Jacobsen II of L.A. and also Kawasaki Motors Corporation USA, headquartered in Chicago, both claiming the original.

Jacobson was ultimately paid some $50 million by Kawasaki for his claim, pretty much establishing him as the father of the genre, but Kawasaki was definitely the first commercial manufacturer of the machine that became known as the “Jet-Ski”— basically, the self-propelled water-ski. The machines quickly evolved

into sitdown vehicles more like a motorcycle than a water-ski, and the modern personal watercraft or PWC was born.

Yamaha’s Wave Runner series and Bombardier’s Sea Doo’s are the bestknown models in addition to Kawasaki Jet Ski today. A few fledgling makers are dabbling in premium-grade PWC’s clearly designed for the transom garage of larger yachts at this point, but production details are scarce.

Water-jet power is the essential feature of all PWC’s, eliminating the dangerous, spinning propeller of most

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powerboats. On boats that frequently dump the rider, the safety factor of the jet drive is obvious.

The capability of jet steering systems to allow PWC’s to turn almost within their own length is also a big part of the attraction, allowing impressive trick riding with experience.

The waterjet has a relatively large intake under the hull, a fully-enclosed impeller powered by a 3 or 4 cylinder four-stroke engine from 900 to 1800 cc, and a relatively small steerable output nozzle.

The compression of the water through

the impeller generates thrust, and the steerable nozzle controls steering. Baffles can redirect the thrust to stop the PWC quickly, or to put it into reverse.

PWC’s are designed for one to three riders, and are typically ridden by straddling the center-mounted engine similar to riding a motorcycle, though some models are built for standup operation with no seating.

Intrepid PWC riders take on enormous surf in some areas around the world, proving the capabilities of these tiny machines in expert hands.

Though the primary use remains enjoyable riding and agile maneuvering, PWC’s have also proven themselves very useful work vehicles for marine law enforcement, marine construction, and famously, for towing intrepid surfers into the world’s largest waves. There are also models designed specifically for racing and for fishing. While nearly all are currently powered by gasoline four-strokes, a few electric power models are starting to appear on the market, such as Taiga and Narka.

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PWCs are great fun in the waves and offer a whole new dimension to boating fun.

This is a 1973 Kawasaki Jet Ski, among the first PWC’s on the market. (Kawasaki).

PWCs are used a lot to tow surfers onto a wave.

All PWC’s operate on the basic principle seen here, with a water jet compressing the intake water and shooting it out through the aft nozzle providing both propulsion and steering.

The V8-powered Strand-Craft is not in production, but the company says it should be late this year or next.

HOW THEY’RE PRICED

Most builders have one or two basic platforms, which they offer with various levels of accessories and features packages—economy, standard and luxury. Small economy models made for one or two riders can be priced from as low as $11,000, while the largest three-rider models fully loaded can be upwards of $30,000.

The most expensive PWC we have heard of is the V8 powered Strand-Craft— which is just a concept so far—will be priced at nearly $80,000 if and when it goes into production in Florida later this year or early 2023.

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PWCs give an extra adrenaline rush.

PWC’s are light enough to be towed by the smallest vehicle, even on a tandem trailer.

Launching and reloading is a snap with PWC’s, which have no exposed propeller to hit the trailer or the ramp during power loading.

HOW FAST CAN PWC'S GO?

Through an agreement with the U.S. Coast Guard, manufacturers selling in the U.S. limit speed of all PWC’s to 58.2 knots (67 mph) to avoid a horsepower race and the resultant dangers to riders. Most performance models can run a bit faster with a light load and in perfect conditions, into the low 60 knot region, but hitting the water at these speeds is not for the faint of heart. (Don’t forget the wet suit or you’ll regret it.)

Just because you’d like to know, the world speed record for modified PWC’s is 110.35 knots (127 mph), set by a turbocharged Yamaha FZR WaveRunner in 2020.

Buying a PWC is a relatively simple transaction, but there are a number of parameters you’ll want to consider to get one (or more) that best suits you and your family. Here are a few things to consider:

1. Determine the number of passengers you want to carry.

2. Compare different models—reclight, recreation, touring/luxury, performance, or stand-up.

3. Decide if you’d like to buy new or pre-owned.

4. Set your budget and explore financing options.

5. Start shopping—find out where to buy.

6. Once you’ve selected a brand and model, consider options—do you need added storage? A GPS? An ice chest? Fishing options?

7. Research personal watercraft values and consult pricing guides.

8. Work with a dealer—and close the deal.

9. Don’t forget the trailer.

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YAMAHA EX MORE BANG FOR THE PWC BUCK

Yamaha’s EX Series Waverunners, fly in the face of what is considered “affordable”. The EX Series constitutes two machines in the Rec-Lite category that we had more fun on than should be allowed. With a starting price from $11,999 (inc gst) the features being offered are more than expected, but that’s not a surprise coming from Yamaha. They’ve been doing it for years.

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Overview

Affordability comes in many forms. Sometimes it pretty much means “disposable” and other’s it means a bargain that is hard to resist. With Yamaha’s EX Series, the two models definitely fall into that latter category. In fact during our performance evaluation of the EX Deluxe, we had more fun than on any of the company’s other machines, probably because this one focuses on exactly that… fun. Not speed, not bells and whistles, not seats made out of Panda… just fun, in its purest form.

For 2023 there are two models to the EX Series…. The basic EX, and the EX Deluxe, which is obviously the top of the line in this re-lite segment. Both are built on the same hull and simply add more features in succession to the Deluxe model.

Price Fixing...

One thing (of many) that separates Yamaha from the rest of the field is that the company builds watercraft, boats and WaveRunners alike, with stock features and no options are offered… per se. You can get options, but you have to get them in a different model. So as we move through the EX series of WaveRunners the difference between the two is separated only by the amount of “standard” features that each one has. The higher the price, the more features it has, all attached to the same hull with the same dimensions. This is how Yamaha controls its pricing. All the machines are cookie cutter versions and there are no up-charges.

Common Features to All

Both models are made from fiberglass. Not plastic. That’s a major feature right there and one that really serves to differentiate the EX models from the competition. The strength of the SMC (sheet moulded compound) build alone is worthy of a higher price tag, but here, it’s held down, mostly through the refined build process and the above mentioned fact that all come out the same. And with fiberglass construction these fun models will be in the family for years.

Fuel Efficient TR-1 Engine. This award-winning 3-cylinder, 4-stroke 1019cc engine is 40-percent smaller, 20-percent lighter and more fuelefficient than its 4-cylinder M1 predecessor. All while putting out more power.

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Because of this, the EX models are shorter, lighter and more affordable than any three-person, 4-stroke WaveRunner that Yamaha has produced in the past. The engine is drawing fuel from a 49.97 L tank, which is a significant increase over competing models in the Rec-Lite category. Best of all… the TR1 engines burns regular 91 octane fuel.

New Hull Design and Handling. Yamaha came up with a new hull design for the EX series that seems to be more forgiving and predictable in its handling characteristics. During our tests we found precise handling response and a stability that we did not expect. In fact, while evaluating its handling our test captain tried every move he could to get the EX to roll over and dump him in the water but it just wasn’t having any of it. By the time he was done, it was as if the WaveRunner sat there saying, “what else you got?” No matter what we did, the EX remained predictable, precise and fun. Did we mention fun?

Was it still a wet ride? Of course it was. That’s part and parcel of what these watercraft are about. Getting wet and wild. If you want dry, get a boat. No one ever went to the waterfront restaurant in a suit and fancy dress while riding a personal watercraft. It’s not what these are made for. You wear a bathing suit and a floatation vest. Storage capacity is 29.15 L in three

straps that hook onto a pair of back knobs.

The second, and most convenient, storage is just ahead of the driver and behind the handlebars. This is where the quick grab items go such as the drinks. Put the cellphone in a dry bag if it goes in here, or anywhere for that matter. None of these compartments are watertight.

The third storage is under the seat in two removable containers just above the engine. One of these, the forward one, holds the fire extinguisher. True three-person capacity. This is a big feature and one that is optional on competing watercraft. Both the seat, and the EX models are large enough to hold three persons. Now that takes more than space, it takes floatation and stability as well. Sometimes adding a third person means adding an optional set of features, such as the bigger seat and larger rear deck for added floatation. At Yamaha, these models hold three people right out of the box.

A tow hook is included so that the EX models can all be used for watersports. This is a big feature since all three models carry three people so we can still tow while having a legally required observer onboard.

Features

Mechanical Reverse is a convenience feature that increases the functionality of the EX Sport well above the base EX and it makes docking and manoeuvering much easier. A reverse lever is alongside the body of the WaveRunner, to the right. This means that we have to take our hand off the throttle to engage the reverse mechanism. This pull-lever is cable connected to a reverse bucket that drops down behind the jet exhaust to redirect the thrust forward, thereby backing the WaveRunner. Steering is reversed in this mode so to steer correctly, we continue to steer the bow, not the stern.

Dual Mirrors. The EX Deluxe also offers dual mirrors which go a long way towards not only keeping us safer, it also helps when towing a tube. For the safety factor, it’s nice to be able to see a boat about to overtake the EX (as if), and for towing, remember that mirrors do not take the place of the legally required observer, it just enhances the driver’s orientation to his/ her surroundings. Reboarding Step. This makes it much easier to re-board the EX Deluxe. A flip down step to the starboard side of the aft platform provides a stepping point

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for coming aboard rather than having to climb aboard the platform from a floating position.

In addition the EX deluxe also adds a two-tone cut and sew seat. This may not seem like much but it does add a significant amount of class to the EX Deluxe. Metallic Paint Colours may be another feature that doesn’t really improve the ride or comfort but certainly ups the class level another notch.

R.i.D.E.

This is probably the most significant features of the EX Deluxe that makes it worth so much consideration.

RiDE used to stand for Reverse with Intelligent Deceleration Electronics, but it has now evolved to much more than that, but the name stuck. The RiDE Technology in the EX Deluxe is controlled from the left trigger of the handlebars.

Reversing: The throttle is still on the right side, and probably always will be. Now, however, we add a trigger to the left side of the handlebar for the RiDE technology. Squeeze it and the EX Deluxe shifts (actually the reverse bucket drops down, there’s no shifting in jet watercraft) into reverse. Now we can manoeuver around the dock and even back off of the trailer or beach.

Steering is reversed so when backing, we steer the bow, not the stern. So we have reverse with a trigger now… but as the saying goes… wait, there’s more.

Neutral: Just a quick squeeze of the left trigger drops the EX Deluxe into neutral. This is pretty intuitive. If we think of pulling the trigger back to back down the EX Deluxe, it’s just as easy to think of pulling the trigger back briefly as a means of stopping the forward motion, but not causing reverse motion. Try it once and it clicks forever. Now again, there’s no shifting of gears going on here, the reverse bucket simply is dropping down just enough to deflect the thrust that is always coming out when the engine is running, down instead of forward or back. That keeps us from moving but turning the wheel will still cause us to pivot, rather than turn. Pretty neat. Braking: When cruising at speed, squeeze the left trigger and intelligent braking kicks in. We say intelligent because imagine cruising at full speed 44.4 knots (51.1 mph) and hitting reverse. What would likely happen is the driver, and passengers would be launched over the handlebars, as both the reverse thrust and plunging bow would contribute to the resulting deceleration trauma.

Instead, when squeezing the RiDE

trigger at full (or any) speed, the engine slows (regardless of how much we’re holding the throttle trigger) while simultaneously dropping the reverse bucket. Now we can stop the EX Deluxe in the shortest distance possible while still remaining onboard and in full control. We tried it over and over again and it worked flawlessly. Keep squeezing and the braking reverts to reversing.

Performance: With the TR-1 powering the EX models, Yamaha reports a top speed of 44.4 knots (51.1 mph) and a best cruise of 25.2 knots (29 mph) with a 12 litre fuel burn.

Observations

There’s certainly a lot to like with the EX models. Depending on what features you’d like, the important ones are readily available in both models. For more advanced features, there are more advanced models in the lineup but that brings them out of the scope of the affordable EX series and we delve into the VX and FX lineup. Either way, there’s no denying that these are among the most fun machines we’ve tested and the safest as well. Pricing and stability seem to be the two hallmark takeaways from our performance evaluation and inspection.

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Atomix 600TT

BARCHETTA

Barchetta 409 R

Barchetta 502 EC

Barchetta 502 XR

Barchetta 552 XC

BAYLINER

Bayliner 1700 OB Bayliner 175 Flight Bayliner 175BR Bayliner 185 Bowrider Bayliner 195 BR

Bayliner 225 Bayliner 642 Overnighter

Bayliner VR5 Bluefin 665HT

BENETEAU

Beneteau Barracuda 9

BIG EYE

Big Eye 585 HT

BLADERUNNER

Bladerunner 8.5 Powercat

BLUEWATER

Blue Water 550 Cuddy

Blue Water 650

Blue Water 750 Gamefisher

Blue Water 770

Blue Water 930

BLUEFIN

Bluefin 525 Fisherman

Bluefin 525 CC

Bluefin 665 Offshore

Bluefin 600 Fisho

Bluefin 620 Hardtop

Bluefin 720 Lockup

Bluefin 780 Weekender

BONITO

Bonito 485 Sprint

Bonito 485 Chico

Bonito 535 BR

Bonito 535 Cabin

Bonito Sting 550

BOSTON WHALER

Boston Whaler 285 Conquest

Boston Whaler 315 Conquest BRIG

Brig 7000 Navigator

BUCCANEER

Buccaneer 440 Esprite Buccaneer 550 Billfisher Bucccaner 550 Enforcer

Buccaneer 550 Classic Buccaneer 565 Classic Buccaneer 565 Exess Buccaneer 565 Billfisher Buccaneer 605 Exess

Buccaneer 630 Enforcer Buccaneer 635 Exess HT Buccaneer 650 Billfisher Buccaneer 650 Esprite Buccaneer 685 Exess Buccaneer 685 El Dorado Buccaneer 735 Billfisher Buccaneer 735 Exess Buccaneer 735 Sportsman

CAMPION

Campion Victoria 627

CHALLENGER

Challenger 565 Challenger 680 HT Challenger 680 WA CHAPARRAL

Chaparral 244 Sunesta Chaparral 210 Sun Coast

CHRIS CRAFT

Chris Craft Launch 29 Chris Craft Launch 27

CIRCA Circa 950 COBALT Cobalt CS22 Cobalt R5 WSS Surf

COBRA Cobra TS2 Cobra Statesman 770 COMMANDO

Commando 3.9 Scout Commando 3.9 Cuddy Commando Trooper 5.4

COUGAR Cougar R8 & R9 RIB

CROWNLINE Crownline 220SS Surf Crownline E235 Surf Crownline E275XS Crownline 264CR Crownline 290CR

CRUISE CRAFT

Cruise Craft 685 HT

Cruise Craft Explorer 625

CSB HUNTSMAN

CSB Huntsman

CSB Huntsman Crusader

CSB Huntsman Dorado Gen1

CSB Huntsman Dorado

CSB Huntsman

CSB Huntsman SD7

CSB Huntsman Sotali

CSB Huntsman Xcalibur

CSD Huntsman Centurion

DICKEY

DIYNO

DORAL Doral 185BR

ELLIOTT Elliott Evo 660 ENDURO Enduro 4100 Enduro 6400

EURO

Euro Sport Series III RIB

EVERYMAN

Everyman 650 Profish Everyman 750 Gamefisher

EXPLORER

Explorer Panther 340 Jet Explorer Viking 420 Jet RIB Explorer 6000 Bluewater RIB

Explorer Bluewater 610 RIB Explorer Bluewater 7m RIB

EXTREME

Extreme 620 Sportfisher Extreme 635 Sport fisher.

Extreme 745 Game King

Extreme 885 Game King

Extreme 915 Walkaround

FAT CAT

Fat Cat 4000

Fat Cat 4500

Fat Cat 5000 FC BOATS

FC 430 FC 500 CC FC 535 CC

FC 540

FC 580 Cuddy

FC 595 Cabin FC 597 Hardtop

FC 600 CC

FC 610 HT FC 700 HT

FENTON

Fenton 770 AMPH

FI GLASS

Fi Glass Cavalier

Fi Glass Ski Angler

Fi Glass Dominator

Fi Glass Fireball

Fi Glass Firestar

Fi Glass Lightning

Fi Glass Warrior

Fi Glass Warrior 640 HT

FINLAY

Finlay Sports 5900

Finlay Escape 5900

Finlay Ignite 6300

Finlay Ranger 8000

FINSEEKER

Finseeker 220CC

Finseeker 280DC

FOUR WINNS

Four Winns 205 Sundowner

FREWZA

Frewza F14 Fisher Frewza F16

Frewza F18 Fisher

Frewza F21 Hardtop

FYRAN

Fyran 550

Fyran 580 Horizon

Fyran 599 Pontoon

Fyran 600 Horizon

Fyran 645 Pursuit

Fyran 660 HT

Fyran 695 Pursuit

Fyran 760 Pursuit GT

GEMINI

Gemini 850 Wave Rider

GLASTRON

Glastron GC185

Glastron GTL205

Grady White 226 Grady White 228

Grady White Fisherman 236 Grady White Fisherman 257 Grady White Journey 258 Grady White Freedom 275

HAINES HUNTER

Haines Hunter SF485

Haines Hunter SF635

Haines Hunter SF700 Haines Hunter SF725

HAINES SIGNATURE

Haines Signature 485SF

Haines Signature 520 Haines Traveller TF185

Haines Traveller TC540

HAMILTON JET Jet 470

HIGHFIELD Highfield 5.4 Patrol Highfield 660 Patrol

HURRICANE

Hurricane Fundeck 196 Hurricane Fundeck 236F IMAGE

Image 7.08 Pontoon Image 8.5 Fishmaster Image 8.75 Fishmaster Image 930 Fishmaster Image 9.25 Cruisemaster

INNOVISION Innovision Sports 515 Innovision Explorer 585 Innovision Explorer 606 Innovision Explorer 616 JP RIBS

JP Ribs Custom 800

KINGFISHER Kingfisher 650 Striking KING WATERCRAFT King Watercraft 4.3

KIWI KRAFT Kiwi Kraft 520 Fisherman Kiwi Kraft 590 HT Kiwi Kraft 620 HT

LAMONT Lamont T430 LARSON Larson

Cabrio Larson Senza 206 LAZERCRAFT

McLay 651 CrossXover 2 McLay 661 CrossXover McLay 690HT McLay 701 Premier HT McLay 701 Gen 2 Cruiser McLay 725 Cruiser HT McLay 741 Raptor McLay 735S Cruiser McLay 775 HT McLay 851 Gen 2 MERCURY Mercury 4700

MIDWEST Midwest 5.8 MODA Moda C-8000 Powercat MONTEREY Monterey 217 Blackfin MUSTANG Mustang 2000 Bluewater Mustang 2150 Walkaround Mustang 2250 Bluewater NAIAD Naiad-Kirby 10m CC NAUTIQUE Nautique Air 210 Nautique Air 220 Nautique Air SV -211 NULINE Nuline 4.5 DG Nuline 48CC OFFSHORE Offshore 650 ORCA Orca 6.2 Sportfisher POLYCRAFT Polycraft 410 & 455 PINNACLE Pinnacle 720 PROFILE Profile 635 HT PUREKRAFT Purekraft 550 CC Purekraft 600 CC Purekraft 650 HT Purekraft 700 HT Purekraft 770 Diesel QUINTREX Quintrex 440 Renegade SC Quintrex 510 & 580 Legends Qunitrex 470 Coast Runner RAELINE Raeline 185 Raeline 186 Raeline 205 OB RAMCO Ramco Profisher 1700 HT Ramco Interceptor 580 Ramco Fisherman 601 HT

REGAL Regal 2000 BR RIBCO

Ribco R28

ROBALO

Robalo R222EX Robalo 247

RINKER

Rinker 212 Festiva SARONIC Saronic SX6

SAXDOR

Saxdor 200 Prosport SAVAGE

Savage 580 Bluewater SCORPION

Scorpion 470 Mk2 Scorpion 195XS

Scorpion 535 Cuddy Scorpion Crusader 605HT SCOUT

Scout 222 Sportfish SEA NYMPH

Sea Nymph 480 Sport

Sea Nymph 580 Regal

Sea Nymph 640 TT Blazer

Sea Nymph 620 Hustler

Sea Nymph 635 Oasis SEA RAY

Sea Ray 190 BR

Sea Ray SPX 210

Sea Ray 230 Wake Sea Ray 265 Sundancer Sea Ray 280 SLX

Sea Ray Sundancer 370

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Sealegs 6.1 RIB

Sealegs Electric E4 Sealegs RS 7.1 RIB

Sealegs 7.5 Semi-Cab RIB Sealegs 750 Hydrasol RIB Sealegs 8.5 Alloy Cabin Sealegs 9000 Interceptor RIB Sealegs 12RC

SEALVER Sealver WB525 Sealver WB656 SEABOSS

Seaboss 620HT Seaboss 700

SEAFARER

Seafarer 4.3 RIB

SEAFORCE

Seaforce 430 Winna Seaforce 530 Skipa Seaforce 530 Ute Seaforce 530 Mate Seaforce 575

MALIBU

Ramco Sportfisher 650 Ramco Explorer 760 Ramco Predator 620

RANGER TUGS

Tug 29

RAYGLASS

2200

730

650

850

2350

850

Seaforce 645HT Seaforce Discovery

SEASWIRL

Seaswirl 1851 WA Seaswirl 2101 DC Seaswirl 2601 WA

SENATOR

Senator 1700 ProSport Senator

DOMINATOR

GRADY WHITE Grady White Adventure 208

MAGNUM Magnum F15 Magnum 1650 MAVERICK Maverick Renegade MCLAY McLay Softie 470 McLay 581 CrossXover McLay 591 XL Sportsman McLay 610 Sport

Legend 2500 Rayglass Legend 2800 Rayglass Projet Rayglass Protector 9m REFLEX

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690 Senator RH 650 Senator

SMUGGLER

800

Smuggler Bowrider 570 Smuggler Sting 570 Smuggler Multisport 570 Smuggler Hardtop 620 Smuggler Stealth 665 Smuggler Kingfisher 670 Smuggler Stealth 689 XS Smuggler Stealth 720 Smuggler Strata 750 Smuggler Strata 750 MidCabin Smuggler Strata 550

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DIYNO 701 DNA DNA 450C DNA 450CC DNA 480XC DNA 500 CC DNA 550 Sport DNA 570 XHT DNA 590 XHT DNA 630 XHT DNA 730 HT DNA 801 Custom DNA 821 HT
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Rayglass Legend
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Steadecraft 635 Capreece

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Stealth 605

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Surtees 700 Gamefisher

Surtees 7.3 Gamefisher

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Takacat T460LX

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Terminator 755SF

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Tristram 640 Cabriolet

Tristram 641 Offshore

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Integrity Aspire 42

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Ocean Alexander 52 Ocean Alexander 60 Ocean Alexander 64 Ocean Alexander 70 E Ocean Alexander 85 Ocean Alexander 100 Ocean Alexander 34M

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DICKEY Dickey 32 Semifly Dickey 36 Semifly Dickey 45 Semifly Dickey LRC 58

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Mustang 32 Mustang 43

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Menorquin 54 HT

MERIDIAN Meridian 441

MOCHI CRAFT Mochi Dolphin 54 MONTEBELLO Montebello 12.5 Sedan

MULDER Mulder 53 - Dutchess

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PRESTIGE Prestige 500S

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Riviera 50

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Sea Ray 370 Venture Sea Ray 450DA

SEABANDIT Seabandit 400SF

SEALEGS

Sealegs 9000 Interceptor SELENE Selene 40 Selene 55

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SQUADRON Squadron 58

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