New to jet skiing

[Speedfreak]

That 550 was getting plenty of air but so will an inflatable dingy with an outboard if the waves are big enough. I ride only on flatwater no waves here so I need the power to pop the ski out of the water. An 800 SXR can be a fun machine but they are 60 pounds heavier than the SJ's. And the kawasakis don't have the low end punch that a Yamaha will.

My preference would be
1. 96 and up SJ
2. 95 and down SJ
3. save more money and start at the top.

 

[NorCalJet]

Thanks speedfreak :smile:

 

[ketsair]

for what it's worth...i figured out that i can do a lot of the trick on a stock 650 SJ with some footholds, but i love my 701...much easier & much better with my new prop now...BTW speedfreak... my clutch hooks up now ...lol

 

[Zerfman34]

Ya listen to speedfreak. Be patient and wait for an sn to go on sale in your price range.

As for the sx-r I love mine, it rips pretty good stock i just wish it was a little lighter...ok a lot lighter. It's not very likely you can find one in your pricerange tho. That's a good 2nd ski to buy once you know exactly what you want and are ready to put the money out.

good luck!