Trying to decide between the SeaDoo Spark 90hp 3up and the Yamaha Waverunner EX Sport, looking for some input.
We are on a smaller lake, with lots of inlets and channels, so not a lot of straight open runs, and no large waves.
Of course, I get different answers depending on which manufacturer I ask, so what are your thoughts on these differences:
1: Closed loop vs Open loop coolant.
-I think I would prefer the closed loop, one less thing to winterize. How hard is it to flush/change the coolant, and how often?
-if it extends the engine life, then that is great
2: Fuel economy
-I can't get an exact amount for Yamaha, but it is definitely not as good as the Sea Doo. Anyone have experience with this?
3: Weight / plastic vs Fiberglass
- Higher weight, does it actually make it more stable? Or less maneuverable? We are not going to be trying any tricks
- plastic- is it just as durable?
4: Cost
- surprisingly, they are actually pretty close in price. Yamaha comes with mirrors, SeaDoo comes with IBR instead of a lever.
5: Engine reliability
-I read that the Yamaha has a longer lasting more reliable engine, but SeaDoo clearly has the higher market share in my area.
Thanks for whatever input you can give, I hope to put down a deposit on two for next season!!
Brandon
We are on a smaller lake, with lots of inlets and channels, so not a lot of straight open runs, and no large waves.
Of course, I get different answers depending on which manufacturer I ask, so what are your thoughts on these differences:
1: Closed loop vs Open loop coolant.
-I think I would prefer the closed loop, one less thing to winterize. How hard is it to flush/change the coolant, and how often?
-if it extends the engine life, then that is great
2: Fuel economy
-I can't get an exact amount for Yamaha, but it is definitely not as good as the Sea Doo. Anyone have experience with this?
3: Weight / plastic vs Fiberglass
- Higher weight, does it actually make it more stable? Or less maneuverable? We are not going to be trying any tricks
- plastic- is it just as durable?
4: Cost
- surprisingly, they are actually pretty close in price. Yamaha comes with mirrors, SeaDoo comes with IBR instead of a lever.
5: Engine reliability
-I read that the Yamaha has a longer lasting more reliable engine, but SeaDoo clearly has the higher market share in my area.
Thanks for whatever input you can give, I hope to put down a deposit on two for next season!!
Brandon
