Whether it’s been a long winter, or you’ve taken a couple of years off from riding your jet ski; you need to take proper care when beginning to use it again. It will depend on how long it has been sitting, but chances are you will need some replacement parts, a thorough inspection for leaks…
There are many things to keep in mind when riding with more than one person on a personal watercraft, or PWC. Here we give 11 safety tips you might not be aware of.
Personal watercraft (or jet ski) theft can be a problem even in broad daylight in a driveway or at the marina. PWCs are often stored on trailers making it easy for thieves to just back up and hook on. It can happen so fast; neighbors may not even notice. If they do, they may think that someone is…
Step by step guide to properly changing spark plugs in a personal watercraft with a few tips to help avoid common mistakes. Includes a video showing the process.
Jet ski covers are a lifesaver against the elements, but many people are unsure of how to clean them the right way. In fact, there are a few ways you may clean a jet ski cover! If one isn’t available to you, at least you’ll have more options.
Obviously, some of these are more ideal than others. Using plain bleach water should be your last option, as it’ll ruin whatever color or designs are on your cover. With pressure washing, you’ll only get off the worst of it off, versus the deeper cleaning of the other options.
Jet skiing can be one of the most fun outdoor water activities as they allow you to speed through waves with speed and agility. As these jet skis start to get older, they may not have the same capabilities to tackle the large bodies of water or be used at high speeds like they once…
Anchoring a jet ski isn’t as simple as anchoring a boat. You won’t be able to find a jet ski anchor as easily in stores as you’ll find anchors for boats, nor is there the variety. This is because few jet ski owners want to use the storage space or have the added weight of an anchor, but we have ideas for that!
In this article we discuss what works and what doesn’t. And we tell you why along with specific recommendations.
Every motor you use will be different depending on its use and applications. Because of this, the fuel you use will depend on the motor. You will want to be specific and careful when fueling a jet ski as you want to make sure you are using the correct type for optimal running and ability. This will…
Properly storing boat and personal watercraft batteries over the winter will extend their useful life and save you hundreds of dollars. Here’s how to do it correctly.
A personal watercraft or jet ski can definitely pull a skier, and many more water toys. PWC or jet ski owners who want to get the most out of their watercraft need to understand the basics of towing and how to do so safely and at the correct speeds. There are things unique to using…
The best way to cjeck the year of your Yamaha WaveRunner is to look at the last two digits of the Hull Identification Number (HIN); however, you can also tell the year by the model and style of the jet ski. Yamaha Waverunners are a popular choice for buyers, and it is critical to be able to…
Bogging is caused when too much fuel is delivered from the carburetor to the motor. When this happens, less air gets pushed through, and the engine struggles to come to full power. It may feel like you are plowing water, or like the jet ski is failing to get enough speed to come up above water’s…
