We are merely trying to identify some of the issues that have affected each brand in the recent past. Please do not let this information discourage you from purchasing a Jet Ski or personal watercraft. It’s worth noting, these are worse-case scenarios – and not indicative of every Jet Ski or personal watercraft sold by each brand. We have sought to cut through some of the misinformation – and consulted experts in the field to cover-off some of the issues that have been identified with each of the mainstream brands.
With all this in mind, we have listed some of the known issues that have been flagged – and addressed – with the recent crop of Sea-Doo, Yamaha and Kawasaki Jet Skis and personal watercraft. It gives the next owner peace of mind, and hopefully makes your craft more appealing to would-be buyers than a machine that has not had proper maintenance. There is also the advantage of selling your Jet Ski or personal watercraft with a log book dotted with dealer service stamps. While there are some excellent independent mechanics, details on running changes or recalls are not immediately conveyed to technicians outside the dealer network. While you are not compelled to service within the dealer network – and many owners service watercraft themselves or use independent mechanics – there are advantages of having a certified dealer perform routine maintenance.Īuthorised dealers are constantly notified of any updates, running changes, part number changes, and warranty issues for each watercraft. However, the warranties are only as good as the condition and routine maintenance of each Jet Ski or personal watercraft. These terms can change during special promotional periods, so be sure to check. In general terms, Sea-Doo watercraft have enviable user-friendly ergonomics and efficient engines, Yamaha Waverunners have above average handling in rough water and intuitive handling in flat water and medium chop, and Kawasaki has heavy duty, durable hull designs.Īs this article was published, the standard factory warranties across all three brands varied: Sea-Doo (two years), Yamaha (three years) and Kawasaki (five years). The reality is all three mainstream brands – Sea-Doo, Yamaha and Kawasaki – have advantages and disadvantages over their rivals. So while you may hear horror stories about various brands, it’s worth asking yourself if that particular Jet Ski or personal watercraft was properly maintained – or was it abused or neglected, or not serviced correctly? However, niggling issues are rare in the Jet Ski and personal watercraft world, and problems are usually fixed as a running change, during routine maintenance, or before the watercraft is delivered. The good news is each Jet Ski or personal watercraft brand generally has excellent reliability – as long as they are properly maintained according to their individual service schedule.Īs with cars, sometimes things can go wrong. However, it’s worth noting that, in general terms, all three mainstream watercraft brands have plenty of good points – and room for improvement. Sales representatives for – and owners of – each watercraft brand will tell you theirs is the best. The world of Jet Skis and personal watercraft can seem daunting for those who are new to the sport.
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