Sea-Doo has three pillars of riding that lead to a safe and respectful time on the water. These are safety, environment, and etiquette. Safety begins with understanding the proper way to ride and wearing the essential safety gear.
A proper fitting life jacket is the number piece of gear that must not be overlooked. A PFD is required by law for both operator and passengers. This piece may save your life if you’re in an accident or simply fall off the ski.
One item that is often overlooked is neoprene shorts. These can protect your private parts from a painful enema type accident that can cause internal injury. No one wants to have to go to the hospital for something like that. You’ll also want to attach your key tether to the D-ring on your life jacket or around your wrist to shut down the engine if you fall off.
As a responsible rider, you want to be aware of your surroundings like other jet skiers and boaters on the water.
Keep a safe distance when jetting around and if you’re close to the shore, ride at the appropriate speed and scan the area constantly. Keeping the noise down and being a conscientious rider are part of good riding etiquette and will be appreciated out there.
We can go to super cool places on our watercraft and as responsible riders, it is important to know the rules wherever we go.
Some areas prohibit jet skis due fragile ecosystems, or they may be marine sanctuaries. Sea-Doo implores us to be aware and to respect these areas, to do no harm to the sea life.
Coral reefs and shallow water are two places you want to keep a safe distance and be extra careful. You never know when an unsuspecting sea creature like a manatee might be lumbering just under the surface.
Slow down and take it easy and you might have a friendly encounter with a sea cow or a dolphin. Have fun and be safe out there!
Big announcements are coming out of BRP as the company aims to transform the recreational boating industry and provide customers with a superior boating experience. Karim Donnez was recently appointed president of the BRP Marine Group.
Donnez’s appointment comes as BRP moves forward with its plans to build an even more resilient company and to bring long-term value. He has been with BRP for over seven years and was named Senior VP of the BRP Marine Group in 2018. Several other executive appointments were announced during the leadership restructuring and these changes are effective immediately.
Read the complete press release below: BRP Inc. announces today executive appointments to support future growth plans, build an even more resilient company and deliver lasting value. This evolution of the leadership structure will allow BRP to continue focusing on its long-term goals and achieve its ambitious targets. All these internal promotions are effective immediately.
“In the past five years alone, our revenues increased by 80%, and our employee base more than doubled. Our business also grew in complexity, including from a technology and product standpoint. I am excited to announce these changes and promotions that will play a critical role in achieving our strategic priorities and positioning our business for long-term growth,” said José Boisjoli, President and CEO.
Chief Technology Officer Thomas Uhr has been appointed to the newly created role of Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Mr. Uhr and his team will look to the future, spearheading all new product and manufacturing technologies used across the Powersports and Marine businesses, including the EV program. He will also continue to lead the development of new manufacturing systems, as well as oversee BRP-Rotax in Austria, which represents a technology pole for the Company.
President, Powersports Group Sandy Scullion has been appointed President, Powersports Group. In addition to keeping his current retail, sales and consumer experience responsibilities, Mr. Scullion will now oversee all manufacturing operations for Powersports in Canada, Mexico and Finland. Having a dedicated leader at the helm of Powersports will further align production and commercial activities while maximizing day-to-day results.
President, Marine Group Karim Donnez has been appointed President, Marine Group. With the acquisition of three boat companies since 2018, BRP has ambitious plans to transform the recreational boating industry and offer customers a superior boating experience.
BRP aims to become a key player in this industry, which is as large as the powersports industry. This is therefore a significant growth opportunity for the Company.
Senior Vice-President, Corporate Strategy & Development Minh Thanh Tran has been promoted to Senior Vice-President, Corporate Strategy and Development. Mr. Tran remains responsible for the development of the corporate strategy. In addition, he will increase his focus on the Company’s growth projects both organically and via M&A activities, namely to reinforce BRP’s know-how in EV and increase its competitive advantage through business innovation.
Chief Information Officer A new position of Chief Information Officer (CIO) has been created. The Company is actively looking for a seasoned leader to head its information technologies and evolve its systems to support the business transformation and vision.
These new positions, combined with strong retail demand across all product lines and key capital investments, will allow BRP to further position itself to continue driving solid results.
The good people over at RIVA Racing have a great opportunity for anyone that wants one of their special editions 350-horsepower monster of a machine. RIVA has a leftover 2020 Sea-Doo RTX–X 350 LTD.The RIVA Racing crew have been putting out stellar limited run skis for several years and for 2020 they one-upped themselves by building a handful of custom-built machines specific to order. These machines are all about high performance and not for the weekend-warrior type. The ski you see here was coined as a 2020 Sea-Doo RXT-X 350.
The watercraft is equipped the full catalogue of performance and handling components – offering slightly more than RIVA’s basic Stage 2 kit – that will dramatically increase the overall ride, acceleration and handling of the standard Sea-Doo RXT-X 300 from which it was based.
The build began with RIVA’s Sea-Doo RXT/GTX Pro-Series Steering System, which will aid in making those hard corners tight and controlled rather than loose and unstable. Next was the addition of the billet iControl Levers. The set for Sea-Doo iControl provides superb control and comfort along with its cutting-edge design. It replaces the OEM plastic parts with high quality CNC machined throttle and brake levers. The set also features a more responsive stainless-steel return for that precision feel.
Rounding out the rest of the handlebar package is RIVA’s 30” Pro-Bar Aluminum Handlebars, which are constructed form a proprietary aluminum alloy that provides maximum strength and reduced vibration. Reduced vibration is a must when traveling at extremely high speeds. Finally, the bars are fitted with the 2019+ RIVA Sea-Doo RXT Control Housing Switch Housing Set. It is designed to work with the original OEM control system in aftermarket steering applications.
The ski will handle extremely well with the combination of the RIVA steering components and the Pro-Series Sponsons. The sponsons offer improved handling and straight line stability with their deep-set blades. They also have a five-way adjustable fin system, which allows the rider to position the fins in ways that will control the overall influence they have on the craft.
The PWC is also outfitted with the Sea-Doo RXT/GTX Power Filter, RIVA MaptunerX ECU Tuning, and Solas Sea-Doo Concord SXX 13/18 Impeller. The Power Filter feeds the heavy-breathing ACE 300 supercharged engine with a constant flow of cool air, which delivers significantly improved acceleration and rpm. The Power Filter replaces the restrictive stock air box so you can go fast! The revised ECU tuner via the MaptunerX software delivers a proven engine tune to keep the ACE 300 running strong throughout the power curve.
The Solas 161 3-blade Concord Impeller increases low-end thrust and top-end speed on the 300-horsepower Sea-Doo models. The Solas impellers are comprised of high strength stainless steel. The impeller features a hub-end water seal, exclusive to Solas. The hub-end water seal reduces cavitation.
The custom ski not only looks great and go fast, but makes some serious noise, thanks to the RIVA Sea-Doo Rear Exhaust Kit. While the kit delivers on performance and cutting-edge style, it allows for the removal of the stock sound suppression.
The RIVA 4-Tec Catch Can/Engine Breather Kit stops power-robbing crank case fumes and oil vapor from the engine’s air intake. This in turn creates more horsepower since it takes away the engine’s need to burn mostly non-combustible oil. The catch can is one more way to increase speed on these two RIVA Sea-Doo custom builds.
A nice addition to the first machine is a custom non-slip RIVA/Jettrim Seat Cover in black with silver stitching. The cover is made with ballistic nylons, ultra grade marine vinyl, and Jettrim’s exclusive Nada-Hyde, non-slip traction material. The custom PWC is rounded out with limited-edition graphics and custom gold anodized parts that sharply play off of each other and really make this machine pop! The overall appearance is bold and powerful. The ski flies across the water at a peel-your-face-off speed of 81 mph @ 8350RPM!
RIVA Racing is known for building the industries best performance parts and performance packages for Yamaha and Sea-Doo watercraft. RIVA Racing is also known to keep you looking good on and off the water. With their new addition to their apparel line.
Built to keep you cool and stylish at the races, the RIVA Sheffy Snapback has features like Wool Blend fabric on the front panels, Sport mesh on the back panels, and a cotton sweatband. With a sewn on RIVA logo label. Flat visor is pliable for customizable shape and, adjustable snap-back closure for the perfect fit.
For those that love to represent the best performance brand in the industry RIVA racing has a complete line of apparel including hats, shirts, sweatshirts, key tags, hoodies, and so much more. Because we all know when you look good you feel good, and when you feel good you can ride knowing you’re not only representing the best brand in the industry but letting everyone else know who the best on the water really are.
To see all that Riva offers for apparel along with their complete line of performance parts and replacement parts check out the RIVA Racing website.
Kspeed one of the premier Kawasaki performance companies. Has now just released their own brand of JetSki Flush and wash products. As said by Kspeed you can now buy the washing and flushing products that we use in our shop every day.
Kspeed it’s not only an aftermarket supplier of performance parts for Kawasaki Jet Skis, but they are a full servicing shop and dealership in Brisbane Australia. So, for them coming out with their foaming shampoo and salt remover was a no-brainer. Since they have been washing JetSki’s for over 12 years, they have tested just about every product you could think of.
Finally, they realized it’s time to make one that works! With all the misleading advertising on consumer packaging these days Kspeed said let’s make an awesome product and does what it says on the label. There Jet Ski foaming shampoo and salt remover was born. Their wash is pH and phosphate free. It is safe for use on all surfaces with corrosion protection for metal surfaces. And it is derived from plant ingredients which makes it 100% biodegradable.
The foaming flush and salt remover is an engine flush that is designed and was specially developed by Kspeed when servicing skis. Since they use this product on a day-to-day basis it was a no-brainer to offer it, in retail packaging for everyone to use around the world. This is a commercial grade flush that works like it supposed to no slogans, no fancy names just do, what it says on the bottle JetSki Flush.
Their flush is 100% biodegradable, pH neutral and phosphate free. It is safe on all gaskets and rubbers, and it remove salt and calcium deposits. It also will descale the engines cooling system and breaks down built up deposits. Simply add to the mixing adapter and run through your ski.
With the release of their Jet Ski wash and Jet Ski flush they are also selling a foaming gun that connects to a standard garden hose for washing your jet ski and a flush mixer to run their jet ski flush through your Jet Ski’s cooling system. To check out these products and to purchase please visit Kspeeds website.
Original products description by Kspeed Foaming Shampoo & Salt Remover + Foaming Gun Foaming Flush & Salt Remover + Mixer adapter
We’ve been washing jetski’s for over 12years. In that time we’ve tested every product out there that you can think off. Finally it clicked, lets make one that simply works and does what is says on the label.
-100% Biodegradable -PH Neutral & Phosphate free -Safe for use on all surfaces -Corrosion Protection -Plant derived ingredients
Simply mix 40ml of Jet Ski Wash with 950ml of water in the foaming gun. Spray on and let it sit for 45 secs. Heavily soiled ski’s may require repeat application or light agitation with a sponge. Hose off & Chamois dry.
Can be sprayed in engine bays for far more effective cleaning also.
Foaming gun separates and allows you to rinse the ski without changing all the connections. Simply slide the unlock switch, twist and remove.
Foaming Flush & Salt Remover was developed specifically for use by us when servicing jetski’s. Since we were making a wash we decided to also offer it for retail sale.
This is a commercial grade flush that works like it is supposed to. No slogans, No fancy names. JET SKI FLUSH, it does what it says on the bottle.
-100% Biodegradable -PH Neutral & Phosphate free -Safe on all gaskets & Rubbers -Removes Salt & Calcium deposits -Descales the engine cooling system & breaks down built up deposits.
Simply add 40ml into the mixer, plug it into your ski, connect the hose and follow the owners manual like normal.
Brett Barley loves to surf, and he has carved out an awesome life for himself and his family as a professional surfer. He lives in the Outer Banks of North Carolina, which picks up some of the heaviest swells on the east coast. A whole new world opened for him when he scored his first Sea-Doo in 2020. He got a Sea-Doo GTI SE and has enjoyed every moment on it in the waters of Cape Hatteras, North Carolina.
One of the first things he did when he got the ski was give Ben Gravy a call. Gravy is another well-known surfer on the east coast and he’s a lot of fun. He has surfed all 50 states! The two of them decided to catch the waves coming off one of the ferries. Conditions were perfect and their timing couldn’t have better. They got out there right on time and caught tons of perfect peeling waves. The guys had a blast.
After their great day, Barley recommends taking the time to learn how your jet ski operates before launching. They got lucky and everything worked out. He said things could have gone better had he known how to operate the Variable Trim System and how to properly maneuver in reverse using the Sea-Doo Intelligent Brake and Reverse technology. Watch the guys score perfect little peeling waves in Brett’s first ride video.
Now that your new (or new-to-you) personal watercraft is in your hands, it’s time to get it registered and on the water. Since this author a resident of the state of Texas we’re going to discuss how it is done here in the state; however, the process is almost the same for every other state, just with a few differences and this article will cover that later on.
There are two ways of getting a ski; either buying brand new from a dealership or buying used from either a private seller or a dealer. Whether you’re purchasing and registering in the same state or registering a ski from different states, both processes are fairly similar. It just requires a bit of effort to call the state registrar so you can have all the correct paperwork needed for the out-of-state purchase. If you are going to finance, just be diligent about knowing how the registration works in your state and making sure that the dealer also understands the registration process, because mistakes can happen.
Registering a brand new ski from a dealership is the easiest way with the least amount of headaches. All dealerships are equipped to handle all of the paperwork for the customer, especially if you’re financing through the dealership’s financing department. Depending on the state the ski will be registered in, either the local tax office or the state’s department of Fish & Wildlife/Game is going to handle registration process. Personal watercraft are like all other motorized vehicles, they must registered to operate on public byways.
Regardless of the state, they will issue a registration date sticker and your eight-digit registration number. This eight-digit number you can think of as your PWC‘s license plate. This eight-digit number is broken down with your state’s abbreviation, followed by four numbers than two letters. And just like a car, once you are registered within a state you can take your watercraft anywhere in the US (and some places internationally like the Bahamas). This registration covers the ski in all waterways across the country.
In the state of Texas, registration is handled through Texas’ department of Parks and Wildlife; which, in Texas is different from most other states. Typically, registration is handled by a county tax office. Depending on where you live, it is best to call and find out what your state’s registering department is. Once informed who handles registration, proceed to ask what paperwork is required to register because every state is a little different.
When purchasing a new watercraft, they are not titled from the manufacturer; rather, all the skis are shipped with a “manufacturer certificate of origin,” commonly known as MCO. This allows you to either apply for a title or is what is sent to the finance company for them to receive a title from the manufacturer.
Now, some states like Arizona are what’s known as a “no title state.” So, the MCO is what allows you to register your ski with the state, and then the registration serves as ownership paperwork. But this is specific to no title states.
Once you receive your registration numbers you are also going to be given a registration card for the state. This is just like the paperwork you keep in the glove box of a car.
It is required to keep this registration card with you while operating the watercraft in case your pulled over by any type of waterway law enforcement.
Now that you have your registration number and registration card the only other thing you need (depending on your state) is your boating license. Here in Texas, the law requires that “all boat operators born on or after September 1, 1993, who will be operating a PWC, a motorized boat over 15 hp, or a sailboat over 14 feet in length to pass a boater safety course and to carry a boater education card.” Other states requiring a license and/or safety course will also have similar laws.
Now that the ski is registered, dusky has been assigned registration numbers the operator has passed or taking any boater education courses needed to legally operate the watercraft. It’s time to have fun and get on the water to enjoy the PWC life.
Since it’s 2021 redesign, the Sea-Doo RXP-X 300 has been taking up quite a bit of attention from the performance aftermarket. Whether it’s chasing top speed gains, ramping up acceleration curves or tightening up the ski’s cornering, there’s no shortage of parts and components that can push the RXP-X to new levels.
In previous testing, we found that RIVA Racing’s Pro Series sponsons provided solutions to behaviors of the hull, particularly in specific conditions. The negative camber angle of the machined ride plate extended the adjustable blades outward, with the deepest portion of the blade in front. This feature manually moves the watercraft’s pivot point forward, parallel with the intake grate.
This in turn, gave the RXP-X a far firmer axis in a corner, permitting the rider to throttle harder in the turn as the blades dug deep into the water, following the rolled outside chine in the hull. The overall length and length gives the sponson considerable contact, and as such, generates some drag to help make the turn a bit more manageable.
This way, the RIVA-equipped RXP-X enjoys a natural roll (or lean) into the approach, feels solid at the apex, and exits the turn – hard under throttle, of course – in a predictable transition. For most enthusiasts looking for better cornering capabilities and some dramatically improved straight-line tracking in chop, we recommended setting the Pro Series’ blades at the “neutral” #3 position.
After giving repeated (and greater detailed) reviews of RIVA Racing’s sponsons, The Watercraft Journal was approached to evaluate another set of sponsons for the 2021-and-up Sea-Doo RXP-X 300. The Race Diffusor sponsons from PWC-Art might not be on everyone’s radar because the company is still in its nascent stages. Even the website is still being developed.
Even as of this writing, the site does not include a listing for the Race Diffusors – so don’t expect to find a retail price, shipping information or otherwise just yet. Again, they’re working as fast as they can to build a digital shopping portal. So we felt very lucky to get our hands on these, as the only other American we knew of to try them was Sea-Doo racer Anthony Radetic during this year’s King’s Cup.
At the outset, the Race Diffusors feel hefty; the heavy cast blade comes in at nearly 6-pounds each (including the machined backing plate). For comparison, the RIVA Pro Series came in slightly less than a pound under the PWC-Art entry (5.1lbs. vs. 5.95lbs.). And the large casting Race Diffusors have a slim backing plate compared to the RIVA’s thin resin blade and composite backing block.
Of course, the biggest difference is the Race Diffusors’ unique design. Shorter than both the RIVAs and the factory plastic sponsons, the PWC-Art offerings feature an inverted-impeller blade design, rolling a deep-set C-channel that directs flow under and outward from the hull, with a through vein channeling water straight back, with two lift wedges diffusing water flow and providing some downward force.
At first blush, we were very excited to try these out. The thin backing plate is cut in a familiar airfoil teardrop-shape, exactly mimicking the wing of an airplane. The long, flat edge runs along the bottom allowing high pressure water to move quickly, as low pressure water runs up and over the sponson, generating lift. This is exacerbated by the plate’s 5-points of adjustability, raising or lowering the front spar. For our test, we kept the sponson set at neutral.
In our video (embedded below) we detail the steps taken to properly install the hardware. This was done following similar instructions provided by RIVA as there were none provided to us from PWC-Art. We employed Permatex Right Stuff silicone sealant to the outermost edges of the backing plate and blade to seal the sponson together, as well as blue “Loc-Tite” on the provided stainless hardware.
Four Torx 45 countersunk bolts mount the backing plate to the hull as four 6mm Allen bolts mate the sponson to the plate. We torqued all of the bolts down in an alternating pattern down to 15lbs. each. Once the Race Diffusors are officially revealed to the public, these installation instructions may change so follow PWC-Art’s steps over ours.
During the following week we experienced an array of conditions, which was pretty usual even for our preferred test lake. While most of our filming was taken during a single day, high winds kicked up and blew 2-to-3 foot white caps one afternoon, as the previous day’s stillness produced perfect unbroken glass for us to carve up. We tallied over 120 miles and this is what we found.
Straight line tracking on glass is identical to the stock sponsons; rough water tracking is somewhere between the stock sponsons and the Pro Series (trimmed all the way up). Being intimately familiar with the cornering behavior of the RXP-X when equipped with the RIVA blades, the PWC-Art entries took quite a bit to acclimate to.
The outer edge of the Race Diffusor is nowhere as deep as the RIVAs, so in high speed, wide sweeping turns the rider must manually roll the Sea-Doo deeper on the inside to engage the blade. This means a far less natural approach to a turn – so much so that the sponson almost engages too late into the apex, biting suddenly and pulling the tail outward (as it redirects thrust) at the exit.
Only when in shorter, sharper snap-turns, the Race Diffusor felt more at peace. Riding lower in the water, the sponsons bite and pull the large single-seater through a breakneck hairpin or some whip-crack serpentines. Yet, when it comes to high speed corners, the Race Diffusors rely too much on the Sea-Doo’s hull to do the hard work, which we know, needs some extra assistance.
The biggest surprise was taking out the RXP-X with a second adult passenger using the optional rear seat. Almost all straight line stability at any speed below 35mph wholly vanished, whether it was wind-blown chop or mirrored glass. The impish sponsons lacked the depth to keep the angled hull from teetering left to right, something which never occurred with the stock blades, not to mention the RIVAs. Cornering was equally as abrupt.
The PWC-Art Race Diffusor sponsons are identical for the current Sea-Doo RXP-X and the Yamaha GP1800R (besides the backing plate, of course), which we feel might be an error as the two hulls exhibit vastly different handling characteristics. The Watercraft Journal sent the second pair to Greg Gaddis at Greenhulk Garage to test on his modified ’21 GP1800R SVHO. Expect a report and video in the coming weeks.
In this case, we fear that while superior to the factory sponsons in many instances, they do not surpass the benefits of the market leader, RIVA Racing. While too soon to provide pricing, we’ve been told that PWC-Art is exploring a resin cast of the Race Diffusors, which should meet if not undercut the competitor’s price. The cast alloy Race Diffusors we tested will likely cost a few hundred dollars over the Pro Series – especially given the price of raw materials in today’s market.
P1 AquaX and the Cayman Islands Watercraft announced a new partnership and will stage three round race series on Grand Cayman that begins this weekend. The tour includes stops on South Sound Beach and Seven Mile Beach. The 2022 National Tour will include two classes of P1 AquaX racing, which are the P1 AquaX Pro and AM Endurance.
The P1 AquaX Cayman Islands National Tour opens the door for two riders out of the series to qualify for the P1 AquaX World Championship in the Bahamas. This is great news for the growing P1 AquaX race community.
Read the complete news release below: P1 AquaX, the leading personal watercraft racing (pwc) promoter, and the Cayman Islands Watercraft Association (CIWA) have jointly announced that they are partnering to stage a three-round race series on Grand Cayman that will kick off this weekend (May 29).The P1 AquaX Cayman Islands National Tour 2022 will feature P1 AquaX Pro and Am Endurance classes with events at South Sound Beach at the southwestern tip of the island and Seven Mile Beach just north of George Town.
Launched in the UK in 2011 and then in the United States two years later as part of the Powerboat P1 family of marine motorsport brands, P1 AquaX has introduced qualifying series to provide riders in regions not currently hosting AquaX events with the opportunity to qualify for its World Championship. After establishing and growing its national championship in the USA, AquaX expanded to Malaysia and Western Europe was then added to the international race calendar.
By 2017 the promoter announced its first World Championship level event in Key West, drawing participants from its five qualifying series, and in 2019 the Atlantis Paradise Island resort hosted the P1 AquaX Bahamas World Championship in a two-year deal that will see the event return to Nassau in November this year. CIWA provides the opportunity for personal pwc riders to compete both locally and internationally, and the new partnership with P1 AquaX will enable one Pro rider and one Am rider in this year’s National Tour to qualify for the World Championship in the Bahamas.
CIWA President Chris Bodden said: “This new partnership is very exciting and is a significant achievement for motorsports in the Cayman Islands. We began discussions with P1 AquaX in 2019 but unfortunately Covid put everything on pause. That’s why we’re so delighted to be unveiling plans for this year’s National Tour in partnership with them. We have a superb season lined up at our two venues and we know that personal watercraft racing has a bright future in Cayman.”
Speaking from Powerboat P1’s headquarters in London, its CEO Azam Rangoonwala commented: “Strategic partnerships are at the heart of our business and when we launched AquaX more than a decade ago the aim was to appeal to recreational riders and attract new racers by making the racing affordable and east to enter. We are delighted that the Cayman Islands will become part of our international schedule and we look forward to welcoming two riders from the National Tour to our World Championship at the Atlantis later this year. We very much hope that this is just the start of our new relationship with CIWA.”
Acting Minister for Youth, Sports, Culture and Heritage, Mr. Isaac Rankine is delighted with the news that one of our national sporting bodies is partnering with an international sports promoter: “We look forward to watching our local jet ski riders compete in the P1 AquaX racing as part of our National Tour,“ he added.
As many as 30 riders are expected to compete in the National Tour, including the defending Pro and Am champions. Yamaha GP1800R rider Matthew Panton will face tough competition in the Pro class with former national champions returning to racing, and reigning Am champion Tyler Watler on his Yamaha FX SVHO will need to demonstrate the determination and consistency that brought him success last year.
South Sound, the home of pwc racing in the Cayman Islands, with a designated watersports zone within the reef, will host two National Tour events. “It’s an ideal venue for pwc racing with a beautiful beach and boardwalk that is easily accessible to spectators,” added Bodden. “Our Tour sponsors are extremely important and will include Cayman Islands Ministry of Youth, Sports, Culture and Heritage, Health City Cayman Islands, Car City Cayman Islands, JNM Equipment, AI Rentals and National Logistics.”
Sea-Doo’s latest newsletter features a short version of what you need to know before you suit up to ride your jet ski. This is part of the BRP Responsible Rider program which focuses on safety, responsibility on the water, and keeping it green. Getting back to the rules, you must be 16 years old to drive a Sea-Doo and whatever you do, don’t drink, or do drugs and ride. You become a danger to yourself and others.
Always wear a USCG approved personal flotation device when driving and make sure your passenger wears one too. We can’t stress enough, the importance of wearing a life jacket. Sea-Doo also wants you to wear neoprene shorts or wetsuit bottoms for added protection. Also, don’t be that person riding recklessly and making everyone angry or worse, harming someone with your dangerous antics. Make sure to always have your safety lanyard attached to you and the kill switch on your ski.
Take it slow and easy when getting underway and do the same when coming in when you are close to shore. Wait for a clear area before getting on the throttle. Finally, practice etiquette on the waterways and do your best to play well with others. Don’t be that obnoxious guy who everyone dreads seeing making their way to the local sandbar or to the peaceful fishing hole.
Check out Sea-Doo’s library of videos, all things safety, and a host of useful tips and trick in the Sea-Doo Owner Zone. Have a safe and fun summer on the water and as our friend Tiko Losano used to say,” Go Play!”
As a responsible rider, you want to be aware of your surroundings like other jet skiers and boaters on the water.
President, Marine Group
When purchasing a new watercraft, they are not titled from the manufacturer; rather, all the skis are shipped with a “manufacturer certificate of origin,” commonly known as MCO. This allows you to either apply for a title or is what is sent to the finance company for them to receive a title from the manufacturer.
