hey guys
I am looking at purchasing a couple Seadoos between 2007-2010
I am wondering what is the most reliable Seadoo / least amount of maintenance?
I was thinking of going with the 155 GTX or the 155 GTI
Thanks
GTX hands down. Just make sure you avoid the newer suspension models.
Just wondering why do you say to stay away from the suspension model?
Are they having problems or is it just more sh*t that needs maintenance and is bothersome?
Cya
They're prone to sink..
SINK???????
WTF???
You'll have to forgive me in my ignorance...I'm just starting to do my research on getting into this. I've been torn between getting 2 jet skis for the wife & I or just a 150 speedster boat. This is the first time I've heard of this type of thing. I actually was blown away the first time I watched a dealer video on the suspension. I don't want to pay the price for one.
Is Seadoo doing anything about this?
Cya
from my understanding, if the foot wells become too filled with water they will leak into the underside of the suspension.. do a search in the forum and youll come up with a ton of sinking threads from suspension...
im not a fan of this video but..
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yB4sFsXEVdM
most of them are suspension models.. some arent
I guess I haven't been very good in my research so far.
Not to self: Stay away from suspension models.
Do you have the same advise of "stay away from" any SC models?
Cya
i have the gtx 215 supercharged and its awesome BUT you have to keep up with maintenance the sc must be taken out and rebuilt every 2 years or 100 hours.. if not then you could drop the supercharger into the motor and have a 3500 dollar bill to replace the motor.. but if you dont mind the maintenance.. opt for the SC model.
Oh here we go with the suspension models sinking again......
17hrs on mine, hasn't sunk yet.
Anyway there's no such thing as most reliable AND least amount of maintenance..... But don't get a supercharged ski if you're looking for low maintenance.
Just wondering why do you say to stay away from the suspension model?
Are they having problems or is it just more sh*t that needs maintenance and is bothersome?
Cya
Sorry for the late response on this but yes they are a pain to maintain. If you're doing any of the work yourself the suspension skis are a nightmare. They're also very top heavy and feel very heavy when riding. Oh and there's that sinking deal that's been mentioned. Most that sank had a carbon seal issue but the footwell thing is a concern is you're going to leave it anchored or tied to a dock overnight. Night be fine but I wouldn't sleep too well.
I have a 2010 GTX 155, and I weigh in at a solid 265 pounds, and ride double with my wife. We have over 400 pounds on that machine, and it handles it beautifully. Planes quick, response is great, fuel economy is pretty good. Yup, not as quick as a SC one, but a lot less hassles......
Thats a hard one to answer, but for our case, we usually make it thru the day without having to refuel. But for us, a day is not very long, maybe 4 to 6 hours. We are more of a crusing type family than a play hard type.