Kawasaki Jet Ski first to jump on 2023 price rises, others to follow

Prices across the 2023 Kawasaki Jet Ski range have gone up in Australia – even though there are no changes compared to today’s 2022 models. Here’s the rundown.
Prices across the 2023 Kawasaki Jet Ski range have gone up in Australia – even though there are no changes compared to today’s 2022 models. Here’s the rundown.
The all-new Sea-Doo Spark and Sea-Doo Spark Trixx were due to be unveiled this year ahead of 2023 showroom arrivals, but the world’s most popular cut-price Jet Ski has been pushed back at least 12 months.
Research by Watercraft Zone has unearthed who has the most stock among Sea-Doo, Yamaha WaveRunner and Kawasaki Jet Ski in the lead-up to the Australian summer.
Chronic stock shortages and extensive delays for Jet Skis and personal watercraft are tipped to continue into next year, says a leading industry commentator.
The biggest supplier of Jet Ski trailers in Australia – Dunbier – advises customers to read their owner’s manual and schedule routine maintenance, as the company confirms it intentionally does not use wheel bearings with “triple lip” marine seals.
Representatives for all three Jet Ski and personal watercraft brands in Australia have foreshadowed price rises for 2023 Sea-Doo, Yamaha WaveRunner, and Kawasaki Jet Skis.
After losing market share to Sea-Doo and Yamaha WaveRunner, Kawasaki Jet Ski has announced an aggressive fightback plan, promising a range of new models in the coming years.
The 2022 Kawasaki Ultra LX – one of the unsung heroes of the non-supercharged Jet Ski market globally – has reached the end of the line, but it will be replaced by a refreshed and expanded line-up after a 12-month hiatus.
The 2022 Sea-Doo, Yamaha WaveRunner and Kawasaki models – and the new Taiga Orca electric Jet Ski – will be on display at this year’s Sydney Boat Show. Amid ongoing stock shortages, experts are urging customers to order now in time for summer.
The world’s first mass-produced electric Jet Ski has made a surprise appearance at the 2022 Sydney Boat Show as the Canadian start-up plans to launch in Australia.