Waverunners

Innovation

The product of constant innovation and refinement for more than 50 years, yamaha continues to deliver the most reliable and highest performing watercraft on the water. take a closer look at how this commitment sets yamaha apart.

Yamaha Ride

Sea-Doo® IBR®

The Difference
Dual handlebar throttle controls Right hand throttle only, left hand control operates deceleration and shifting Yamaha provides truly intuitive, easy to use acceleration, deceleration and reverse
Boat Control Unit (BCU) monitors thrust performance for each model No thrust monitoring system Yamaha's deceleration is smooth with no jerking and no bow dive
Patented bucket design diverts water to each side of the watercraft Bucket forces water down and up Yamaha provides predictability at all speeds and steering control while decelerating
Yamaha is a complete driving system that also includes deceleration Marketed as a "brake" RiDE is an all new intuitive driving experience

Yamaha's FZ series outshines the sea-doo rxp® x 260 in the performance category

With a larger displacement engine, the Yamaha FZR out-accelerates the competition without working as hard. It is easier to own since it is utilizes a maintenance free cooling system, and has lower required maintenance than the competition. The Yamaha FZR is also dominating closed course racing class racing on the National Tour due to its strength right out of the box.

Data from BoatTEST.com®, 2013; Boating® Magazine, 2012 and manufacturers' websites gathered at the time of publication.

* Speed attained depends on a variety of factors including onboard weight, pwc maintenance, operator skill and water conditions.

 

Yamaha FZR®

Sea-Doo RXP®-X 260

The Yamaha Difference
0-30 mph*: 1.3 sec 2.0 sec Quicker
Displacement: 1812cc 1494cc Larger engine
NanoXcel®2: yes No Lighter hull, deck & liner
Maintenance-free Cooling System: Yes No Lower cost of operation
Edge to Edge inside lean hull: Yes No More aggressive, confident riding
Metallic Paint: Yes No Beautiful, long lasting finish
Reverse RPM control: Yes No Better maneuverability
Telescopic Steering Column for Stand up Riding: Yes No More control, more fun
Lowest Required 2 Year Maintenance: Yes No More time on the water, and money saved
#1 Marine Brand in the World: Yes No The trusted name on the water

Data from BoatTEST.com®, 2013; Boating® Magazine, 2012 and manufacturers' websites gathered at the time of publication.

* Speed attained depends on a variety of factors including onboard weight, pwc maintenance, operator skill and water conditions.

​The Yamaha VXR is lighter weight and requires less maintenance than the Sea-Doo GTR 215

The Yamaha VXR achieves industry top performance without a supercharger, making it easier to own, lighter weight and uses less fuel. Great designs do more with less.

 

Yamaha VXR® and VXS®

Sea-Doo® GTR 215
0-30 mph*: 1.8 sec 2.3 sec
Engine Type: Normally aspirated Supercharged (more maintenance)
Optimized to run on regular 87 octane fuel: yes No
Number of cylinders: 4 3
Maintenance free cooling system: Yes No
Lowest required 2 year maintenance: Yes No
#1 Marine Brand in the World: Yes No

Data from manufacturer's websites, BoatTEST.com®, 2013 and Boating World® magazine, Sept/Oct 2013.

Yamaha's FX Series outshines the Sea-Doo GTX® Limited is 260 in the luxury category

The FX Cruiser SHO delivers top performance in the luxury category while offering the ultimate package of innovative features, twice the storage, low maintenance and light weight.

 

FX Cruiser® SVHO

Sea-Doo GTX® Limited iS 260

The Yamaha Difference
Displacement: 1812cc 1494cc Larger engine
Acceleration 0-30 mph: 1.5 sec 2.0 sec Quicker
NanoXcel®2: yes No Lighter hull, deck & liner
Theater style Cruiser® Seat: Yes No More comfort for driver and passengers
Weight: 836 lbs 980 lbs 144 pounds lighter
Storage Capacity: 33.2 gal 16.4 gal +16.8 gal of storage
Maintenance-free Cooling System: Yes No Lower cost of operation
Lowest Required 2 Year Maintenance: Yes No More time on the water, and money saved
Metallic Paint: Yes No Beautiful, long lasting finish
#1 Marine Brand in the World: Yes No The trusted name on the water

Data from BoatTEST.com®, 2013; Trailer Boats® and manufacturers' websites and brochures at the time of publication.

* Speed attained depends on a variety of factors including onboard weight, pwc maintenance, operator skill and water conditions.

​Yamaha's Cruiser seat provides theater style seating viewing for passengers

Roomier and more comfortable than ever, the first, true three person Cruiser seat features the industry's only theater-style seating offering a thrilling view for everyone aboard.

​The Yamaha VX series offers more value, better fuel efficiency and less maintenance than the Sea-Doo GTI.

The Yamaha's VX Series has been the number one seller in the industry for 9 years and is the choice of rental operators because of its reliability, low maintenance and ease of ownership all qualities the competition can't match.

 

VX® Cruiser®

Sea-Doo GTI®

The Yamaha Difference
Reliability: #1 Choice for rental operators: Yes No #1 in Reliability
NanoXcel® Hull and Deck: Yes No Lighter weight, better fuel efficiency, more fun to ride
Weight: 730 lbs 790 lbs 60 lbs lighter
Fuel Capacity: 18.5 gal 15.9 gal Better range, fewer fill ups
Remote transmitter with Security: Yes No Easy security
Open Loop and Maintenance-free Cooling System (the industry standard): Yes No Lower cost of operation and no coolant to change
Metallic Paint: Yes No Beautiful, long lasting finish
Number of Cylinders: 4 3 More versatile and reliable
Lowest Required 2 Year Maintenance: Yes No More time on the water, and money saved
#1 Marine Brand in the World: Yes No The trusted name on the water

Waverunner Inventory


Data from BoatTEST.com®, InfoLink¿ and manufacturers' websites at the time of publication.
 

* Speed attained depends on a variety of factors including onboard weight, pwc maintenance, operator skill and water conditions.