Steering a Jet Ski: Maneuvering Made Simple

Steering a Jet Ski: Maneuvering Made Simple

Steering a jet ski involves a combination of balance, weight transfer, and using the handlebars to direct the craft. Unlike cars that steer with wheel rotation affecting the direction of the tires, a jet ski turns by redirecting the flow of water ejected from its propulsion system. When you initiate a turn on a jet…

How to Ride a Jet Ski: Your Guide to Mastering the Waves

How to Ride a Jet Ski: Your Guide to Mastering the Waves

Riding a jet ski is an exhilarating experience that combines speed, water, and the thrill of maneuvering through waves. As a beginner, the prospect of controlling such a powerful machine might seem daunting, but with the right guidance, you’ll soon be skimming across the water with confidence. Safety should always be your top priority, which…

Jet Ski Ownership Titles: Critical Info for Buyers and Seller

Jet Ski Ownership Titles: Critical Info for Buyers and Seller

When you’re considering the purchase or sale of a personal watercraft (PWC), commonly known as a jet ski, one of the key legal aspects to keep in mind is the titling process. Much like cars, jet skis typically come with titles, serving as the official documents that validate your ownership. As you navigate the waters…

How Fast Are Jet Skis: Unveiling Top Speeds and Factors Affecting Performance

How Fast Are Jet Skis: Unveiling Top Speeds and Factors Affecting Performance

We love riding our jet skis due to their speed and agility on water. Performance that can vary widely depending on the model and manufacturer. The top speed of jet skis ranges from about 42 mph to 67 mph for most stock models – these the fastest speed is capped set by manufacturers for the…

How to Prepare Your Jet Ski For Storage or Winter

How to Prepare Your Jet Ski For Storage or Winter

If you live anywhere that sees 4 different seasons of weather, knowing how to winterize your personal watercraft (PWC) for storage is not only vital to protect your investments, but to save hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars in repairs and replacement parts. If you’re wondering how to winterize your PWC for storage, here are…

Do Jet Skis Have Brakes? How Do They Work?

Do Jet Skis Have Brakes? How Do They Work?

SeaDoo and Yamaha use their own dedicated iBR and RiDE braking system technologies. These are not brakes in the traditional sense. Rather, they use the steering bucket to increase drag on the ski and also redirect water towards the front of the ski. Skis built before 2009 do not have a dedicated braking system. Jet skis now come with methods…

Steps To Change Oil In A Sea-Doo: Complete Guide

Steps To Change Oil In A Sea-Doo: Complete Guide

An oil change on a Sea-Doo is a multiple step procedure. It is necessary to do an oil change every 25-50 hours depending on the model. Failing to do the correct maintenance will significantly decrease engine life and cause performance issues. Buying a jet ski is not cheap. It is a goos idea to perform…

Do You Need a License to Ride a Jet Ski? How Old in Each State?

Do You Need a License to Ride a Jet Ski? How Old in Each State?

Boating laws vary from state to state. The minimum age to operate a personal watercraft in any state is 12 years old, and many states may require supervision for those younger than 16. A majority of states also require those who wish to operate a PWC to complete a boating education course to obtain a…