A crazy idea first floated by Brisbane Kawasaki Jet Ski Centre six years ago is about to go global. It’s part of a massive model roll-out for 2027 amid a Kawasaki Jet Ski resurgence.
Some Jet Ski riders hope the Yamaha CrossWave might get an exemption for use on Sydney Harbour due to its size – and buyer profile – however authorities have explained why it is still deemed a personal watercraft.
A trial of exclusion zones for Jet Skis and powered vessels in Port Stephens last summer has been deemed a success. Now the ‘no-go’ zones will be reinstated next season – and other trouble spots may follow.
Dealers have been advised the Yamaha WaveBlaster is confirmed for Australia, however pricing and exact timing are yet to be announced. Here’s what we know so far.
Sea-Doo now sells 70 per cent of Jet Skis sold globally, as Yamaha and Kawasaki slide. But a top Sea-Doo executive says he wants other brands to survive because competition is good for the industry – and good for customers.
Australian pricing for the Yamaha CrossWave has been announced, confirming it is the most expensive WaveRunner sold to date, and the most expensive Jet Ski on sale today. Dealers say they are already holding customer orders and stock is limited.
Sea-Doo has discreetly strengthened the hull that underpins its most popular models after widespread reports on social media depicting mysterious cracks. An all-new replacement appears to be years away even though it was due in 2027.
The world’s biggest seller of Jet Skis has renewed calls for hoons to pull their heads in so authorities don’t impose further restrictions – and has revealed it is working on geo-fencing technology that would alert riders to ‘no-go’ zones and ‘low-speed’ areas.
After years of testing, Sea-Doo has paused plans for an electric Jet Ski. Here’s why the concept didn’t work – and what it will take to become a reality.
The Sea-Doo Fish Pro Scout – the brand’s cheapest ticket into a fishing Jet Ski – has been axed after six years due to buyer preferences for the Sea-Doo Fish Pro Sport and Sea-Doo Fish Pro Trophy.
