sumodat Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 I am thinking of buying a new jet ski/Seadoo (the sit-down type). I have a 1996 seadoo now, but I want a faster, newer one. Mine goes about 55 mph. I was looking at the Yamaha site, specifically at the new FX Cruiser. My question is: Do any of you know what the fastest Personal watercraft is now; and do any of you know how fast this one is? Thanks!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChocolateCitySkin Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 How much ya thinking about selling the seadoo for... My friends and I were looking into getting a jetski-- But, thinking a one person thing. You know the kind that its easier to kill yourself on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blondie Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 Google is your friend. Yamaha's new GP1300R 2-seater muscle PWC is touted as the fastest and most powerful model in its class. Naked, unabashed speed. That's what sells 2-seater muscle PWCs. Scooting around on a machine that makes you the absolute lord of the lagoon translates into personal watercraft market share. Last year, Yamaha's GP1200R WaveRunner was at the top of the PWC heap, outselling all the other muscle craft. Those 3- and 4-seater PWCs may be all right for family fun, but hop on Yamaha's new 3-cylinder, 2-stroke GP1300R sizzler, with room for you and one terrified passenger, and you'll leave your family on the dock while you get a well-deserved adrenaline rush. Blondie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Weirdo Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 Don't know anything about JetSki's or SeaDoos but that thing is sick man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dead Money Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 My brother had a 1200 cc Kawasaki (one person model) back 4-5 years ago and it did around 70mph. Be careful whatever you do, a couple of years ago I watched as the marine police dragged a 14 yr old's body from a river in NJ where he collided with a sailboat at anchor and died on impact. Peace out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mufumonk Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 I have a '98 Yamaha Wave Raider and I'm usually the fastest one on the water. I'm topping out at 65 mph. Not bad considering my size (6'4" 250lbs) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sumodat Posted April 11, 2006 Author Share Posted April 11, 2006 How much ya thinking about selling the seadoo for... My friends and I were looking into getting a jetski-- But, thinking a one person thing. You know the kind that its easier to kill yourself on. I am not selling that one. Even though I am tired of it and bored with it, I need something for friends to ride. Riding alone is boring!! Be careful whatever you do, a couple of years ago I watched as the marine police dragged a 14 yr old's body from a river in NJ where he collided with a sailboat at anchor and died on impact. Yeah, that is always terrible. I have been riding a seadoo since '96. You are right, it is very dangerous! You have to learn to look over your shoulder EVERY time BEFORE you turn. Also, know the area you are in and know the traffic that goes through. I firmly believe that kids should not be allowed to operate these things until they are atleast 16 years old. Even that is very young. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sumodat Posted April 11, 2006 Author Share Posted April 11, 2006 I have a '98 Yamaha Wave Raider and I'm usually the fastest one on the water. I'm topping out at 65 mph. Not bad considering my size (6'4" 250lbs) Yeah, 65 is good. I remember seadoo and yamaha had some out that were pushing 75mph!!! That is what I'm looking for. I want speed. Mine goes about 55mph and it just isn't fast enough anymore. Also, mine is a big, three seater type. I don't have the three person seat, that was optional. But it is so heavy that I can't jump too high. The highest I ever got out of the water was about 5 or 6 feet, but that was a sick wave off a HUGE boat! I normally get about 1 or 2 feet out of the water. I need something lighter and faster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeanCollins Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 Yeah, 65 is good. I remember seadoo and yamaha had some out that were pushing 75mph!!! That is what I'm looking for. I want speed. Mine goes about 55mph and it just isn't fast enough anymore.Also, mine is a big, three seater type. I don't have the three person seat, that was optional. But it is so heavy that I can't jump too high. The highest I ever got out of the water was about 5 or 6 feet, but that was a sick wave off a HUGE boat! I normally get about 1 or 2 feet out of the water. I need something lighter and faster. sumodat, think about a 4 stroke pwc. 2 strokes motors only burn about 33% of their fuel and spew the rest into the water and air. you may give up some top end but the torque of the bottom end and midrange should make up for it. make the responsible choice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Chaos47 Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 That's gotta be the sexiest waverunner I've ever seen. Wow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeanCollins Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 Here's Honda's flagship Aquatrax R-12x 1235cc Turbo charged 4 stroke http://powersports.honda.com/watercraft/model.asp?ModelName=AquaTrax+R%2D12X&ModelYear=2006&ModelId=ARX12T26 http://www.watercraftnews.com/ts-wcn/images/elements/972883_05-1817.jpg?wid=240&cvt=jpg watercraftworld.com The RXP makes the most horsepower in this or any Dream Demo category with 215, a number developed by a 1494cc supercharged, triple-cylinder four-stroke. apparently this sled is the fastest at only 67mph http://www.watercraftworld.com/output.cfm?id=972883 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huly Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 Love Jet Skis! Can I drive it? Pez will not let me drive any with him on the back! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingGibbs Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 Sumo. Stay with the Seadoo. I had an SPX and that thing was awesome in speed, handling and maintenance wise. But, I will say that the rest of the industry has caught up with Bomardier in regards to performance, especially Yamaha. Again, I have driven almost every manufacturer out there, but still prefer the Seadoo. :2cents: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRBFan Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 Can anyone provide any information on any place/sites where I might buy a used personal watercraft of this nature? I'm in the Northern Virginia area and am looking into getting one I can ride with my kids. Thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pez Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 Love Jet Skis! Can I drive it? Pez will not let me drive any with him on the back! That is because she either uses them as submarines, or launches them into trees... :doh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destino Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 I could only find one review for it but it did mention top speed: You hear people talking about 65 miles per hour. I got news for you, on a glassy lake, throttle wide open you will go much faster than that. I have video to prove it. It is absolutely the best major purchase (besides our home) that I have ever made. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingGibbs Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 Can anyone provide any information on any place/sites where I might buy a used personal watercraft of this nature? I'm in the Northern Virginia area and am looking into getting one I can ride with my kids.Thanks in advance. Go to the store and grab 'Boat Trader' magazine. It will give you quite a list of people in your area selling boats and jet skis, pictures included. I listed my boat in the 'trader' and the first person that looked at it bought it. see if boattrader.com exist also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CandaceM23 Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 Go to the store and grab 'Boat Trader' magazine. It will give you quite a list of people in your area selling boats and jet skis, pictures included. I listed my boat in the 'trader' and the first person that looked at it bought it. see if boattrader.com exist also. Damnit Gibbs!!! Where have you been? I havent seen you on here in a while!!! :dance: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingGibbs Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 Damnit Gibbs!!!Where have you been? I havent seen you on here in a while!!! :dance: Hey sweetie. How the heck have you been? I have been extremely busy with projects and only have time to check in now and again, but it's good to be missed. :kiss: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RDSKNfaithfull Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 I had a 96 Polaris years ago and it was pretty fast the guy I bought it from modified it some to make it faster the best part is the trim makes it sooooo much more fun you can jump out of the water with a 1 foot wave or go 55mph with 3feet waves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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