Like an old fashioned round of Eenie Meenie Miney Mo — or Eenie Meenie Miney Go, as this case might be – it is sometimes difficult to decide which model PWC is the right one for your riding style, skill level, interests and budget.
And Yamaha did not make that choice any easier with their release of the 2025 JetBlaster Series.
As noted about Yamaha’s Rec Line entry in The Watercraft Journal’s August 2024 reveal of the 2025 Yamaha Waverunner Lineup:
“Gone is Yamaha’s former response to Sea-Doo’s industry-breaking Spark and Spark Trixx: the EX series. In its place is a wholly redesigned, dual-material entry level runabout that is both shorter (116-inches), lighter (538-to-600 pounds) and slightly wider (45-inches).
“Rechristened the JetBlaster, each of the six available models come with a polypropylene top deck featuring an all-too-familiar-looking open wishbone concept atop either a SMC or NanoXcel hull.
Equally, two models are available with a 2-up or 3-up bench (the 3-up models include rear view mirrors as well). Finally, two variants of the TR-1 engine are available: the 90-horsepower TR-1 and the 110-horsepower TR-1 High Output.
“Each ‘Blaster comes with a 13.2-gallon fuel cell, and an all-new 144mm jet pump. (An increased 25.5º of trim angle and new impeller are exclusive to the Pro and LTD models.) Priced for budget appeal, the base Jet Blaster comes in at $7,999 with the SMC hull and 90HP TR-1.
Weirdly, the Jet Blaster DLX 2-up ($8,999) and DLX 3-up ($9,999) differ in price by $1,000, while the Jet Blaster Pro 2-up ($11,199) and Jet Blaster Pro 3-up ($11,799) differ by $600 despite sharing the same add-ons for the added rider.”
CycleSprings PowerSports was quick to see the potential of the JetBlaster Series, and WCJ noted their hype for the lineup in an August article quoting Cycle Springs’ declaration that “The design of the 2025 line is exceedingly sleek, with a glossy, “straight-off-the-lot” finish and a reinforced polypropylene deck that work together to provide a durable, great-looking watercraft.”
In February, with the opening of the 2025 Boat Show season with the annual powerhouse Miami Boat Show, the dominance of the Yamaha JetBlaster Series was officially stamped when the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and Boating Writers International (BWI) awarded the Jet Blaster Series the The Innovation Award for the Personal Watercraft division, highlighting the the Jet Blaster model series’ “cutting edge” three-piece deck design and top-of-the-line performance.
Sometimes, after the first blush of newness wears off, new powersports models lose a bit of their luster, but that doesn’t seem to be the case with this year’s JetBlaster Series, and any perusal of popular forums and YouTube channels will result in a plethora of positive reviews, ride recaps and walkarounds.
Recognizing this continued interest and the popularity of this Rec Lite line, CycleSprings recently posted to their social media channel, giving the following guide to picking the right 2025 JetBlaster to suit you:
Looking for the most fun, freestyle-inspired personal watercraft on the water? The Yamaha JetBlaster series is built for riders who crave agility, power, and excitement! Whether you’re looking for a 2-up trick machine or a 3-up ride for the whole crew, there’s a JetBlaster for you.
Which JetBlaster is right for you?
- JetBlaster – The classic 2-up ride for pure fun and agility.
JetBlaster DLX 2-Up – More comfort & style for an enhanced experience. - JetBlaster DLX 3-Up – Extra room for a friend and Yamaha’s RiDE® system for better control.
- JetBlaster PRO 2-Up – Designed for freestyle action & ultimate maneuverability.
- JetBlaster PRO 3-Up – Performance meets versatility for high-energy rides.
- JetBlaster LTD – The ultimate JetBlaster experience, fully loaded with premium features.
With a lightweight design, class-leading engine power, and freestyle handlebars, the JetBlaster is made for thrill-seekers who want to push their ride to the limit.
