Exclusive 6 Personal Watercraft That’ll Make Your Summer Way More Fun

standup machines that required strength and skill, In the 1970s, personal watercraft started as either souped-up, but not much else, or two-seat jet bikes that were remarkable for doing circles on select lakes. As a salon, it these days, the field has widened to just about any pursuit on the water. The leading manufacturers, Sea-Doo, Yamaha WaveRunner, and Kawasaki Jet Ski, all have models designed around fishing, complete with chartplotters, rod holders, and large insulated boxes on the stern. In a innovative segment, Sea-Doo has also gone all in with the Explorer Pro 170 and Explorer Pro 230. These long-distance cruisers have features like windshields, chartplotters, extra fuel capacity for extended range, and even a front bumper for protection. Others such as Yamaha’s VX Cruiser HO and Sea-Doo’s Wake Pro series are designed as towboats, complete with board racks. Kawasaki has stayed true to its past with stand-up models such as the SX-R 160, and upcoming SX-X 160, which allow riders to do tricks or carve tight turns on these small, dynamic craft. In the world of luxury, designed for freestyle riding, which eventually became a two-model line with the spark trixx, sea-doo also started a cutting-edge entry-level craze with its budget-priced spark. The good news for both beginner and advanced riders is that there are multiple choices across the 40-odd models on the market these days. -

Yamaha Jet Blaster Pro

The Jet Blaster Pro offers the ability to carry three people, but for a single rider, the bonus is riding swift and performing tight curves, reverse donuts, and waterborne wheelies. This modestly priced WaveRunner has a three-cylinder, four-stroke TR-1 engine, and deep-V hull to power through waves. and the ability to steer in low RPM mode, touchpad controls, The features list also includes cruise assist. The design was so fresh that it won a 2025 NMMA Innovation Award. For discerning connoisseurs, -

sea-doo explorer pro 230

this watercraft is built around the proven gtx hull and comes with a choice of two models. Both are essentially touring motorcycles for the water. The fuel-efficient Explorer Pro 170 is powered by a naturally aspirated 170 hp Rotax engine while the Pro 230 has a supercharged 230 hp Rotax for higher speeds. LinQ Explorer bags for carrying 26, Both Explorers have unique features such as touring windshields to protect the rider from wind and weather. 4 gallons of gear on the extended rear platform, and a rising handlebar for different riding positions. The front bumper also adds protection when docking. The tiered, three-passenger saddle has bolsters for lower-back support as well as cruise control. If you love to roam, this is the watercraft for you. -

Kawasaki Ultra 160LX-S Angler

Built on Kawasaki’s proven Ultra platform, the 160LX-S Angler is the latest in sportfishing editions from the three major manufacturers. The fishing details include a front rod holder, a rear rack with four more rod holders, an Orca 58-quart cooler, a two-section fishing bench seat, and seven-inch Garmin chartplotter and fish finder. This Jet Ski combines a 1498-cc, four-cylinder engine with a deep-V hull for rough-water handling. 1-gallon fuel capacity delivers superior range for coastal runs. As a maritime, it -

yamaha fx limited svho

the flagship of the waverunner fx line is a beauty in profile, with tiered seats for three, an aggressive-looking bow, and large rear boarding platform. Among luxury enthusiasts, enhanced gps, it also boasts luxury features like a factory-installed yamaha audio system, and the ability to make and receive phone calls, touchscreen controls, bluetooth. fastest, and the power of an 1812CC supercharged, 4-cylinder Super Vortex High Output engine (hence, most luxurious jet bikes on the water, reverse assist, and this will be one of the baddest, low-RPM mode for driving, its name), Add to that automatic trim. The berth demonstrates -

kawasaki sx-r 160

kawasaki invented the original stand-up jet ski. Its SX-R 160 still dominates the field. The robust thrust and V-shaped hull give it the ability to carve tight turns and handle substantial water, 498 cc four-stroke engine delivers low-to-mid-range torque and excellent acceleration, while its 1. The company also recently introduced the SX-X 160, a more user-friendly model with a fixed handlebar for a wider range of riders. It will be officially launched later this year. -

Sea-Doo Wake Pro 230

The Wake Pro 230 was designed around being a towboat, for water-skiing, wakeboarding, or wake-surfing. It was built on a wide platform that combines stability with a 230 hp Rotax 1630 supercharged engine that delivers acceleration, and more impressively, torque to pull up different-sized boarders. and a removable sky pylon and board rack, full-color display on the helm and USB ports, Its tech package includes a premium BRP audio system. 5-gallon fuel capacity will extend tow time for hours.