Best Aussie Jet Ski Dealers and Repair Shops

Jet Ski Dealers In Australia

Ever wondered who can give you the best price on a new or used jet ski or have your existing jet ski repaired? We’ve got you covered!

This isn’t a list of some back-alley Gumtree ‘businesses’ that claim to offer repairs to personal watercraft. Nope! We’re talking genuine repairs and top-notch service across Australia.

We’ve done the digging around and asked for feedback and reviews from individuals inside popular Australian Facebook groups. We have even found some after-hours home-based repairers who can come to your home/pontoon for repairs and services without costing you a fortune like the dealers typically do.

So if you’re looking for a jet ski dealer or repairer near you, then keep this list handy.

Queensland

Of course, we need to start with the #1 state for jet ski ownership in Australia. There are far more owners in Queensland than anywhere else and for good reason – year-round riding conditions! It’s little wonder why I live here too.

Brisbane

Brisbane is fortunate to have numerous jet ski dealers who also double as repair stores. This covers riders who want to head north or south on weekends, or even explore the Brisbane river!

1. Brisbane Sea-Doo

Address: 239 Zillmere Rd, Zillmere QLD 4034

Phone: (07) 3633 0123

Brands: Sea-Doo

Reputation: 4.7 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Been running for 35+ years with awesome management team!

2. Brisbane Kawasaki

Address: 58 Delta St, Geebung QLD 4034

Phone: (07) 3265 7555

Brands: Kawasaki

Reputation: 4.7 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Seriously friendly team in here ready to help out total beginners.

3. Shoreline Yamaha

Address: 80 Moss St, Slacks Creek QLD 4127

Phone: (07) 3804 3105

Brands: Yamaha

Reputation: 4.8 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: My #1 recommendation if you’re looking for a Yamaha!

4. Custom Jet Skis

Address: 66 Pritchard Rd, Virginia QLD 4014

Phone: (07) 3265 5550

Brands: Yamaha

Reputation: 4 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: My #2 recommendation if you’re looking for a Yamaha!

5. Shoreline Sea-Doo

Address: 45 Moss St, Slacks Creek QLD 4127

Phone: (07) 3290 6097

Brands: Sea-Doo

Reputation: 4.9 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: One of the best customer-service experiences to date!

6. Brisbane Auto Marine Jet Ski Servicing

Address: 5 Moss St, Slacks Creek QLD 4127

Phone: (07) 3133 8137

Brands: Yamaha, Sea-Doo, Honda and Kawasaki

Reputation: 4.5 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes (Their main business is repairs and servicing)

Basic info: High reputation among Brisbane’s PWC community.

7. Brisbane Kawasaki

Address: 58 Delta St, Geebung QLD 4034

Phone: (07) 3283 8383

Brands: Kawasaki

Reputation: 5 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Smaller dealer but support their customers well.

8. Baycity Jetskis

Address: 20 Veronica St, Capalaba QLD 4157

Phone: (07) 3245 6224

Brands: Yamaha, Sea-Doo, and Kawasaki

Reputation: 4.5 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes (Their main business is repairs and servicing)

Basic info: Mostly parts, servicing and repairs though they occasionally have jet skis for sale.

9. Brisbane Jet Ski Maintenance

Address: 37/193 S Pine Rd, Brendale QLD 4500

Phone: 0437 197 383

Brands: Kawasaki, Yamaha and Sea-Doo.

Reputation: 5 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: One-man band repair shop. You can text them and they get back to you pretty quickly.

Gold Coast

I have lived on the Gold Coast for 4 years and even wrote this guide about places where you can ride. Well worth checking out!

1. JSW Powersports (Jet Ski Warehouse)

Address: 3 Ereton Dr, Arundel QLD 4214

Phone: (07) 5529 2616

Brands: Sea-Doo

Reputation: Excellent. The World’s #1 Sea-Doo Dealer.

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Chances are you’ve seen this place while driving up and down Brisbane Rd. They’ve stacked their jet skis 4-high in crates which represents just how much they are selling monthly!

2. Jet Ski World

Address: 332 Brisbane Rd, Arundel QLD 4214

Phone: (07) 5537 9290

Brands: Kawasaki

Reputation: 4.3 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Across the road from the Jet Ski Warehouse and great service here!

3. Gold Coast Waverunners

Address: 5 Gateway Dr, Biggera Waters QLD 4216

Phone: (07) 5529 1855

Brands: Yamaha

Reputation: 4.5 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: An awesome place to go for the Yamaha enthusiasts!

4. Jetski Parts Southport

Address: 2/2 Goodyear St, Southport QLD 4215

Phone: (07) 5531 3855

Brands: All

Reputation: 4.5 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes (it’s their main business)

Basic info: Great place for repairs and servicing if you don’t want to pay those dealer rates! There is also a jet ski wrecking place next door.

5. Australian Jet Ski Parts

Address: 26/38 Kendor St, Arundel QLD 4214

Phone: (07) 5537 9322

Brands: Honda, Yamaha, Sea-Doo and Kawasaki

Reputation: 5 Stars (in other words…remarkable!)

Repairs/Servicing Offered: No

Basic info: Parts-only store. You can find just about any part you need and either install it yourself or get a jet ski mechanic to do the work for you.

6. Jetpowered Mobile Jet Ski Repairs

Address: None. He brings his workshop van to your place and does the service on your driveway!

Phone: 0474 827 695

Brands: Sea-Doo, Yamaha and Kawasaki

Reputation: Excellent

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes! (His main business is repairs, servicing, rebuilds and performance upgrades)

Basic info: Rob is an awesome guy who often goes out of his way to help fellow PWC owners.

7. Jet Ski United

Address: 7/7-9 Activity Crescent, Molendinar QLD 4214

Phone: (07) 5524 3320

Brands: Yamaha

Reputation: 5 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Seriously good workmanship here. Can’t fault their reviews!

8. Works Racing Components

Address: 10B/354 Brisbane Road, Arundel QLD 4214

Phone: (07) 5563 1031

Brands: All

Reputation: 4.5 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: No

Basic info: Parts only store. Designed for those who want to upgrade the performance of their jet ski using a local supplier!

Sunshine Coast

Today I live on the Sunshine Coast and still can access some epic riding through going south from Caloundra. Curious where I ride? Check out this guide.

1. Sunshine Coast Yamaha

Address: 14 Machinery Ave, Warana QLD 4575

Phone: (07) 5346 9981

Brands: Yamaha

Reputation: 4.5 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Small dealership and may not have every model in stock at the time, but they do order in regularly!

2. Sunstate Sea-Doo

Address: 58 Aerodrome Rd, Maroochydore QLD 4558

Phone: (07) 5479 4344

Brands: Sea-Doo

Reputation: 4 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: They don’t score highly with their online reputation, but heading into the dealer recently for me was a welcoming experience!

3. iJetski

Address: 1/13-15 Fishermans Rd, Kuluin QLD 4558

Phone: (07) 5443 9653

Brands: All

Reputation: 5 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: The best place to get your jet ski serviced on the Sunshine Coast! Definitely will save you a few bucks here paired with real first-hand PWC knowledge from Rob the owner.

4. Northcoast Motorsport

Address: 22 Enterprise St, Caloundra West QLD 4551

Phone: (07) 5493 9376

Brands: Kawasaki

Reputation: 4.5 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: The only jet ski dealer in Caloundra offering jet skis and much more!

5. Sunshine Coast Power Sports

Address: 10/33-47 Fred Chaplin Circuit, Bells Creek QLD 4551

Phone: (07) 5437 2506

Brands: Honda, Yamaha, Sea-Doo and Kawasaki

Reputation: 4.5 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Parts and gear store offering performance upgrades/tuning as well as traditional servicing and repairs. Highly recommend this place despite being #5 on this list for the Sunshine Coast.

Rest of QLD

From the Whitsundays to Cairns and even down to Hervey Bay, there’s plenty to explore!

1. Duncan Powersports Cairns

Address: 193 Lyons St, Cairns

Phone: (07) 4035 1576

Brands: Sea-Doo

Reputation: 4.5 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Great family-run business offering jet skis to the Cairns community.

2. Suncity Powersports Townsville

Address: 735 Woolcock Street, Townsville QLD 4814

Phone: (07) 4774 2355

Brands: Sea-Doo

Reputation: 4.5 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: The only Sea-Doo dealer anywhere near Townsville with a strong reputation history!

3. Townsville Marine Yamaha

Address: 943 Ingham Rd, Bohle QLD 4818

Phone: (07) 4774 3777

Brands: Yamaha

Reputation: 4.6 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Awesome dealer if you’re going with Yamaha instead of Sea-Doo!

4. Phoenix Powersports Mackay

Address: 165 Paradise St, Mackay QLD 4740

Phone: (07) 4952 2436

Brands: Sea-Doo

Reputation: 4.4 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Very helpful team and reasonable pricing.

5. Mackay Kawasaki

Address: Corner Heaths Rd and Windmill Crossing, North Mackay QLD 4740

Phone: (07) 4942 4300

Brands: Kawasaki

Reputation: 4.4 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Small store but very friendly team here!

6. Sugar City Marine Mackay

Address: 11 Victoria St, Mackay QLD 4740

Phone: (07) 4951 4711

Brands: Yamaha

Reputation: 4.6 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Pretty big showroom this one with plenty of spare parts and accessories.

7. Sunstate Sea-Doo Fraser Coast

Address: 83 Old Maryborough Road, Pialba QLD 4655

Phone: (07) 4124 2322

Brands: Sea-Doo

Reputation: Unknown (just opened for business recently)

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: The Sunstate Sea-Doo dealer in Hervey Bay is one of Australia’s newest dealers and hasn’t yet had the time to generate online reviews or a track record for success. I’ll be dropping by there next month to check it out for myself!

8. Cairns Watercraft

Address: 20 Sturt Street, Bungalow QLD 4870

Phone: (07) 4041 1444

Brands: Yamaha, Kawasaki, Honda and Seadoo

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Cairns Watercraft is the premier destination for over 80 superyachts with all their toys, over 700 local watercraft from Thursday Island to Townsville. The owner Bren Turner has over 20 years of experience in jet skis from servicing, racing, building, tuning and sales.

New South Wales

NSW is #2 on our list as there are plenty of places to explore both in salt and freshwater, paired with the dealers/repairers to look after everyone out there.

Sydney

I also lived in Sydney for a couple of years so I wrote this guide on places to ride.

1. Sydney Watercraft Centre

Address: 2/700 Victoria Rd, Ermington NSW 2115

Phone: (02) 9858 4441

Brands: Yamaha

Reputation: 4.4 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Most centrally-located jet ski dealer in Sydney.

2. Sydney Powersports

Address: 7/169 Hune Highway, Cabramatta NSW 2166

Phone: (02) 9728 4030

Brands: Sea-Doo

Reputation: 4.6 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: The premier Sea-Doo dealer in Sydney who have been around for years.

3. Dan’s Jet Power

Address: 3/73 Gov Macquarie Dr, Chipping North NSW 2170

Phone: (02) 9726 4272

Brands: Yamaha

Reputation: 4.7 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes.

Basic info: Great alternative to the Ermington dealership.

4. Mobile Jet Ski Service Sydney

Address: 18/17-21 Willock Ave, Miranda NSW 2228 (but comes to your house)

Phone: 0432 028 038

Brands: Honda, Yamaha, Sea-Doo and Kawasaki

Reputation: 4 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes, main business.

Basic info: Great place to go if you don’t want to get ripped off with excessive dealership servicing costs!

6. A&J Outboard and Boating Services

Address: 734/738 Woodville Rd, Fairfield East NSW 2165

Phone: (02) 9728 9311

Brands: Kawasaki

Reputation: 4.2 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Great place for servicing though they may void your warranty. Best to check with your manufacturer first.

7. Cronulla Sea-Doo

Address: 150 Taren Point Rd, Taren Point NSW 2229

Phone: (02) 8515 0660

Brands: Sea-Doo

Reputation: 4.9 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Very clean dealership and impeccable customer service!

8. Marina Bayside

Address: 1-13 Mangrove Ln, Taren Point NSW 2229

Phone: (02) 9524 0044

Brands: Yamaha

Reputation: 4.6 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Smaller dealer but a well-run operation!

9. Beaches Sea-Doo

Address: 770 Pittwater Rd, Brookevale NSW 2100

Phone: (02) 8459 7420

Brands: Sea-Doo

Reputation: 4.7 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Best jet ski dealer on Sydney’s northern beaches!

10. Vtech Tuned Jet Ski Performance

Address: Wellington St, Umina Beach NSW 2257

Phone: 0405 174 751

Brands: All

Reputation: 5 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes, offers performance upgrades too.

Basic info: Easily the best way to get affordable jet ski servicing in Sydney.

Rest of NSW

When people say “Get outta Sydney!” they don’t just mean for the seriously high living costs…but the epic places to go riding. Luckily – there are a few dealers around to help us out.

1. Lake and Valley Powersports

Address: 1/14 Alliance Ave, Morrisset NSW 2264

Phone: (02) 4973 6000

Brands: Sea-Doo

Reputation: 4.9 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Pretty much the biggest jet ski dealer on the Central Coast and saves you a trip down to Sydney!

2. Newcastle Jet Ski Centre

Address: 1/218 Macquarie Rd, Warners Bay NSW 2282

Phone: (02) 4956 9110

Brands: Kawasaki

Reputation: 4.3 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Awesome little Kawasaki jet ski dealership paired with friendly staff!

3. Wollongong City Jet Ski

Address: 152 Church St, Wollongong NSW 2500

Phone: (02) 4227 3818

Brands: Kawasak

Reputation: 4.9 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Smaller store for those on the south-side and don’t fancy a long trip to the city!

Victoria

Victoria might be miserably cold in winter but that means less traffic out there on the waterways!

Melbourne

1. Melbourne Sea-Doo

Address: 99 Bulla Rd, Essendon Fields VIC 3042

Phone: (03) 9374 1779

Brands: Sea-Doo

Reputation: 4.2 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Clean and modern dealership that’s near the airport.

2. Project Jet Ski Hire and Sales

Address: 11/11-13 North Park Rd, Somerton VIC 3062

Phone: 0421 942 151

Brands: Sea-Doo

Reputation: 5 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Quite a distance from the CBD but great if you’re riding in lakes/dams out north or live up that way.

3. Performance Jet Ski

Address: 237 Derrimut Dr, Derrimut VIC 3026

Phone: (03) 8353 2650

Brands: All

Reputation: 4.1 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Some complaints about poor workmanship and pricing, but these responses were from several years ago. Things have improved since!

4. City Edge Jet Ski

Address: 1/26 Albemarle St, Williamstown North VIC 3016

Phone: 1300 453 875

Brands: All

Reputation: 4.1 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Some negative reviews recently but seem to be once-off incidents.

5. TeamMoto Frankston

Address: 590 Frankston – Dandenong Rd, Carrum Downs VIC 3201

Phone: (03) 8763 3191

Brands: Yamaha

Reputation: 4.3 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Biggest jet ski dealer on the Mornington Peninsula

Rest of Victoria

Let’s not forget the rest of the state!

1. Peter Stevens Geelong

Address: 21 Mercer Street, Geelong VIC 3220

Phone: (03) 5246 9800

Brands: Sea-Doo

Reputation: 4.5 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Great dealership if you don’t want to make the trip to Geelong!

2. Marriotts Leongatha

Address: 34 Anderson St, Leongatha VIC 3953

Phone: (03) 5662 2028

Brands: Sea-Do

Reputation: 4.5 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Very small dealer with very few personal watercraft on display, however they can get them ordered in from Melbourne with a couple of days notice.

South Australia

I’m originally from SA so I’ve been in my fair share of dealers around Adelaide. Not only that, but I’ve been to some of these Adelaide jet ski riding areas worth checking!

Adelaide

1. Peter Stevens Adelaide

Address: 221 Franklin St, Adelaide SA 5000

Phone: (08) 8212 1494

Brands: Yamaha and Kawasaki

Reputation:

Repairs/Servicing Offered:

Basic info:

2. Yamaha Pitmans Marine

Address: 420 Main N Rd, Blair Athol SA 5084

Phone: (08) 8349 7599

Brands: Yamaha

Reputation: 4 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Most well-known Yamaha dealer north of the city.

3. Yamaha World

Address: 949 South Rd, Melrose Park SA 5039

Phone: (08) 8297 0622

Brands: Yamaha

Reputation: 4.4 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Huge dealership with lots of parking! Highly recommend this one.

4. Coast Powersports

Address: 222 Main S Rd, Morphett Vale SA 5162

Phone: (08) 8382 5581

Brands: Yamaha and Kawasaki

Reputation: 4.7 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Long trading history and much closer to the Murray River than many of these spots.

5. Jet-Tech Performance

Address: 139 Main South Rd, Morphett Vale SA 5162

Phone: (08) 8384 4488 or 0412 526 276

Brands: Sea-Doo

Reputation: 4.5 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: They offer some used jet skis for sale which have been checked over with their mechanics as well as servicing, repairs and upgrades of modern-day jet skis.

Western Australia

Our cousins in Western Australia live in their own bubble but they certainly aren’t complaining! Well paid FIFO workers can afford quality jet skis paired with great servicing.

Perth

1. Friday’s Jet Ski and Can-Am

Address: 1/11 Saltaire Way, Port Kennedy WA 6172

Phone: (08) 9524 5858

Brands: Sea-Doo

Reputation: 4.6 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: One of Perth’s premiere jet ski dealers with a strong reputation. Great for folks living down Mandurah area!

2. Sea-Doo Sport and Leisure

Address: 238-246 Great Eastern Hwy, Ascot WA 6104

Phone: (08) 9277 2844

Brands: Sea-Doo

Reputation: 4.4 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Another well known jet ski dealer right by the city!

3. Perth Kawasaki

Address: 1/115 Albany How, Victoria Park SA 6100

Phone: (08) 9362 3266

Brands: Kawasaki

Reputation: 4.2 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: The #1 place to go in Perth for anything Kawasaki-related!

4. Rockingham Boating

Address: 7 Crocker St, Rockingham WA 6168

Phone: (08) 9527 2999

Brands: Yamaha

Reputation: 4 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Not the best reputation but still a great place to check out if you’re down Kwinana way!

5. Western Watercraft

Address: 3/65 Buckingham Dr, Wangara WA 6065

Phone: (08) 9409 4644

Brands: All

Reputation: 5 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Very dependable place for jet ski tune ups!

6. Cully’s Yamaha

Address: 9/511 Wanneroo Rd, Calcutta WA 6021

Phone: (08) 9344 4444

Brands: Yamaha

Reputation: 4.5 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes, extensive

Basic info: I definitely left the best until last on this list! Just an awesome dealership and seriously large too!

Northern Territory and Tasmania

We couldn’t let our small population out of our cracks here. They deserved a spot on our list despite not having the better places to go riding. Anyway…

Darwin

Watch those crocs! Heaps of great ocean riding around Darwin-year round, apart from the wet season which sees too much debris enter the ocean, and where you can’t safely pin the throttle.

1. NT Powersports

Address: T17/425 Stuart How, Coolalinga NT 0839

Phone: (08) 8983 3322

Brands: Sea-Doo

Reputation: 4 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Very small dealership and don’t always have the jet ski you’re looking for in stock.

Tasmania

While not as popular, there are a few dozen jet ski owners/riders in Tasmania to hook up with, paired with dealers to look after everyone.

Hobart

1. Maynes Marine Sea-Doo

Address: 2/25 33 Howard Rd, Glenorchy TAS 7010

Phone: (03) 6272 7000

Brands: Sea-Doo

Reputation: 4 Stars

Repairs/Servicing Offered: Yes

Basic info: Small dealership and limited stock at times, but otherwise good for a service at reasonable prices.

Summary

Keep in mind that our list isn’t exhaustive and isn’t updated every 3 minutes. We do try to update this at least once per month.

Some of the jet ski business listings on this page were recently removed as they were scamming customers as per their 1-star reviews. Before you spend your hard-earned dollars, check out online reviews and the quality of website that individuals have created. Then you’ll get an indication if it’s worth doing business with that particular outfit.

Have fun and catch you out there!

6 Best Two-Stroke Oils for a Jet Ski (Yamaha, Sea-Doo & Kawasaki)

Best Jet Ski Oil

As part of your jet ski ownership, you’ll need to add some two-stroke oil quite often. But which one should you choose? That’s where I can provide some helpful advice.

Through my research, I figured out the most popular brands that many owners are using. I followed the conversation in a Facebook group recently and came up with these findings to keep your jet ski running fresh.

Best Oil For Personal Watercraft Guide
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The most popular 2-stroke oil for a jet ski are:

1. Yamaha Yamalube Watercraft 2-Stroke Oil

The first on my list is Yamalube by Yamaha which is perfect for the Yamaha owners among us. You can buy this in bulk if you’re wanting to not just save a few dollars, but you won’t catch yourself out if one drum isn’t enough.

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2. Sea-Doo PWC Synthetic Jet Ski Oil for Two Strokes

Of course, Sea-Doo has its own brand of jet ski oil. The best is their XPS series E-TEC and you’ll find it at 293600133 on Amazon. I notice it’s a little more expensive if you purchase this in smaller quantities.

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3. Maxima Castor 927 2-Stroke Racing Premix Oil

If you don’t want to use the PWC oil from the 2 main manufacturers, then aim for Castor 927 which is popular as refined castor oil. It’s especially ideal for those of us who like to ride jet skis in salt water as its corrosion and rust protection properties are simply excellent. Not only this, but it’s biodegradable meaning it isn’t harmful for those of us who ride through sensitive environments.

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4. Valvoline 2-Cycle Marine Motor Oil

Another great option to consider is Valvoline oil for outboard engines. This certainly isn’t my first choice as it’s really designed for outboards and other 2-stroke engines but if that’s all you have available, then you can get by for now with this.

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5. Lucas Oil Semi-Synthetic 2-Cycle Oil

If you’re on the search for semi-synthetic oil for your personal watercraft, then Lucas makes a great choice. Before you buy this one, I’d be checking your particular make/model with your local dealership as it’s not compatible with all engines out there.

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6. Quicksilver Premium 2-Stroke Engine Oil for PWCs

The last on my list of recommendations actually happens to be one of the best all-rounder brands around. This is perfect for Yamaha, Sea-Doo and Kawasaki jet skis to reduce corrosion and promote longevity. Perfect if you also have a boat, a dirt bike and other machines that need 2-stroke oil. It’s priced higher but the quality is reflective of this.

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Going Forward

There you have it! I highly recommend going with the oil created by the same manufacturer for your jet ski. It just makes perfect sense and you’re only paying marginally more.

There is 4-stroke jet ski oil on older models but 2-stroke is significantly more popular in recent years.

7 Best Jet Ski Goggles & Sunglasses To Protect Your Eyes

Best Jet Ski Goggles

When you’re out there riding at anything more than 40-knots, I’d highly recommend sunglasses to keep the glare and salt at bay. Let’s not forget the sand flies!

Budget Option

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Hurricane Cat-5 Jet Ski Goggles​

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Ergodyne Polarised Safety Glasses​

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Rough Riding

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ToolFreak Spoggles for Jet Ski Riding​

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All too often I see total beginners heading off to the boat ramp with no eye protection in place. It frustrates me as I know that they’ll be getting back earlier than most while feeling more exhausted.

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All jokes aside, I wanted to show you what I recommend as premium eye protection for jet ski riders. The type that can stop debris, bugs and the harsh sun from damaging your pupils and ensuring that you arrive safely back to the boat ramp.

Let’s start this off now. The most popular eye protection devices for jet ski owners are:

1. Hurricane Category-5 Jet Ski Floating Goggles

I’ve met a few guys at the boat ramp who have been sporting the Hurricane Category-5 Goggles who are quite happy with their performance. But what’s even better is the price with most people purchase 2 to 3 of the same or different colors just in case. These are padded and you can get a neck strap but from what I hear, they don’t fall off that easily.

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2. Ergodyne Skullerz Loki Convertible Polarized Safety Sunglasses

I spotted someone wearing a set of these sunglasses the other day and was impressed! They are designed for work in heavy-duty environments which means they are ideal for protecting your eyes when riding a jet ski. The best part is that there are so many colors in stock and the strap stops these from falling off. Highly recommended if you’re looking for something that allows your face to breathe and look super cool as well!

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3. Birdz Polarized Glasses For Jetskiiing

I really like this set as they have a high-quality strap that comes with the purchase. Better yet – the strap is quite wide so it doesn’t slip down when you’re riding over heavy seas or cornering hard to avoid that newbie who isn’t looking…or that buoy that popped out of nowhere! Being polarized, they’ll also help handle the sun in the early morning and late afternoon, as well as the midday glare on glassy waterways.

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4. ToolFreak Spoggles, Safety Glasses and Protective Goggles

This is another set of Goggles that has drawn its inspiration towards protecting workers and it’s certainly one that can be used in watersports. Some cyclists use these to help them deal with glare while also stopping any slippage. The slippage is the last thing you want at 60-knots. I’m quite surprised by just how affordable these are as well.

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5. Wildhorn Roca Snowboard & Ski Goggles

Now I would expect some people to laugh at the notion of using a pair of ski goggles for personal watercraft, but it’s definitely something I’d recommend especially if you’re someone like me who burns easily or doesn’t want to have any gaps. If you’re wearing a helmet then these goggles also fit quite well. Given these are designed for the snow, they do an excellent job of removing the glare so you can be safer around other watercraft.

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6. Birdz Seahawk Unpadded Polarised Sunglasses

I really like my glasses to be padded as it creates a seal between my face and the glass, but I understand that some guys want to either have no padding or at the very least, have less padding. This is why this model rocks as the padding is minimal (mostly around the bridge of the nose) while the viewing area itself is quite large. This means that you’ll feel less like you’re always catching the view of the frame, as you might feel with the other styles.

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7. Motorcycle Helmet Riding Goggles Glasses With Removable Face Mask

When riding in winter, I find that my nose runs like crazy so I grab one of these goggles to sort out that problem. Sure – I look like a futuristic protestor-slayer, but I’m out there enjoying the waterways and feeling just as good on the inside while 95% of other riders are at home in front of the fire.

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In Conclusion

So I’ve shown you now my best-recommended goggles that will make your life significantly easier while riding a jet ski, but it’s also wise to consider buying 2 to 3 types. This way you can gauge the differences since some of the models work better in sunny days compared to overcast days, and vice versa.

Add a few of these to your cart and I’ll catch you out there!

Jet Ski Snorkeling: How To Go PWC Swimming & Snorkelling

Personal Watercraft Snorkeling

There are numerous ways in which you can enjoy the freedom of jet ski ownership, and one of those ways is through going snorkeling.

It’s not too difficult and in this guide, I’ll show you how to get the most out of your day beneath the surface, and you’ll see a different world that few people will ever experience.

Let’s begin.

Things You’ll Need for Jet Ski Snorkeling

It’s not simply a matter of packing a set of goggles and a snorkel. There is a lot more that makes for a great day out there on the water. That all begins with checking the predicted weather conditions since high winds won’t lead to an enjoyable day out, and neither does recent rain as it makes the water quite murky.

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So you can treat this as the perfect jet ski packing list to ensure you don’t get stuck out there.

1. Quality Snorkel

Instead of purchasing some cheap snorkel off Amazon, I prefer to recommend the big name brands whose products last for several years. The oceans need less throw-away plastics and I’m sure you’d agree, so buy yourself a decent snorkel with goggles.

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2. Flippers

Some people use flippers and some people don’t. It’s optional and flippers are often too large to fit in the front locker of most jet skis. I’ve seen guys store these in their footwells though it means they do need to ride more conservatively. You can also strap these down on the rear swim platform if you own a large jet ski.

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3. Jet Ski Anchor

I’ve seen guys rock up to do some snorkeling only to have forgotten the jet ski anchor. Even if you are beaching your jet ski, I’d still recommend an anchor whether it’s an incoming or outgoing tide. I’d be aiming to let out 30 meters of rope in addition to the chain length. It’s also a good way to reference where you are underwater so you don’t get accidentally swept too much by the current.

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4. Towel

It goes without saying that you’re going to want to bring a towel. The thing is – you’ll need one that is more adept to be rolled up small as your space will be limited with your other gear. I like to bring two towels and keep one covering my seat of the jet ski while I’m swimming. When I get back, then it’s toasty warm!

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5. Diver’s Flag

Some guys I’ve seen use a diver’s flag when they’re snorkelling with their jet ski closeby. This often isn’t necessary nor is it legally required in most places, but great for an area which has a lot of marine traffic (read: weekend warriors!) who might cross over your area.

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6. Vinegar

A pro-tip I can give you is to pack some vinegar in the front locker as you’ll never know when you might be bitten. I’ve also seen some guys pack shark deterrent devices but for where I live, it’s completely unnecessary given how reasonably shallow the water is.

7. Cell Phone or VHF Radio

In an emergency situation, you’ll want to have quick access to communications equipment. Don’t depend on cell phone signal everywhere but in 75% of areas you’ll pick up signal just fine as well as having access to changing weather forecast. A VHF is also becoming quite standard given their reduction in costs and small size.

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In Summary

There we have it! 7 things you need to pack for a successful trip out there snorkelling with your jet ski. It’s much easier than taking an entire boat especially if you plan ahead.

Stay safe and I’ll catch you out there!

Best Beginner’s Jet Ski 2022: The Ultimate Buying Guide

First Time Jet Ski Owner

It’s hard being a beginner to the world of jet skis. You go into a dealership and all the models look near-on identical. What’s the difference?

Often I’m asked about my opinion regarding the best jet ski for first-timers. While there is no perfect beginner’s jet ski, I’ve got some great options.

Dealerships have been telling newcomers to the sport to pick up a Yamaha Ex or SeaDoo Spark. Trust me – these are some of the worst options you can choose as a beginner. Heck, some of the worst options overall!

Today I’ll tell you my own opinion about what you should buy if you’re a beginner in the PWC market.

Choosing the Best Beginner’s Jet Ski.

It’s frustrating when I see dealerships say “Get yourself a rec-lite jet ski like the Spark or Ex” when you walk in fresh. I get it – they’re cheap machines.

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Trust me, you get what you pay for. I would never recommend you fork out your money for one of these because you’ll soon realize the mistake you’ve made.

It’s clear that the best beginner’s jet ski is one in the Recreation Category. These include:

  1. 2022 Sea-Doo GTI
  2. 2022 Yamaha VX
  3. 2022 Kawasaki STX-15F (not ideal for smaller or nervous riders)

These all represent great value for money.

Upgrading to the Recreation Category

There are two main categories for beginners. These are recreation-light (cheaper) and recreation (better build quality, performance but with a slightly higher price).

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You just simply get a whole lot more, without paying that much more. You’ll find features in the recreation category nowadays that previously you’d only find in significantly higher-performing machines. Having the ability to hit the brakes and even reverse at the boat ramp is one prime example.

Perhaps the biggest one is the stability. It’s just much harder to roll these over. Not only that, but you open up more waterways. Rec-lite jet skis struggle to go out in even the mildest of ocean chop, so you’re restricted to rivers, dams and estuaries.

Going Beyond the Recreation Category

Right, whilst the recreation category is ideal for beginners, some of you just have bigger budgets. You’re looking for a bit of luxury and performance.

With most jet skis these days, you can get two different types of keys. One is a normal key whilst another is a beginner’s key, which is also known as a learner’s key.

This learner’s key reduces the performance of your jet ski through the onboard computer. It’s mainly the thrust and top speed that is greatly reduced.

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Why is this important? So you can buy an even better jet ski today, without having to upgrade in 1 to 2 years time when you’ve outgrown the recreation category.

That said, there are many people who never outgrow the recreation category. All skis in this category can hit 50MPH which is very fast. It might not be fast in your car, but without a windscreen and air conditioning, it feels like 100MPH!

So I would recommend the next category up. Certainly, I would never recommend anything beyond this though, as you’re getting into machines that are just too expensive and powerful for a beginner to use on the water.

Stability is Key

Jet ski manufacturers are famous for overestimating the ability of their skis. A 3-seat jet ski is really just built for 2 adults. A 2-seat jet ski is really for one person. The 3-seater does fit 3 people….if you take 1 adult and 2 children that is!

It’s daunting at first to get started with a PWC. This is why stability is key, and why I’d always recommend you spend that little bit extra to upgrade. Trust me – it’s definitely worth it!

  • You’ll be less likely to tip over in less than ideal conditions, or even when boarding normally
  • You can bring the toys such as tubes and fishing equipment with you.
  • Best of all – your significant other is less likely to complain about a sore back side!

Also remember that the wind and current play a factor too. You’ll find greater stability in rough conditions such as open sea with a recreation category and above ski.

The Importance of Brakes (iBR and RIDE)

No manufacturer in the recreation-lite model lineup provides brakes. This saves costs for the buyer. But that could cost you a serious accident and I know friends who have been seriously injured because they didn’t have brakes.

Remember, it’s not you. You’re a good rider. It’s the other people on the waterways that you need to watch out for!

That is why brakes are important. Choose a better jet ski when you’re a beginner by skipping the entry-level area.

Not only that, but docking is so much easier with brakes and reverse. You won’t embarrass yourself with poor maneuvers or using a paddle.

Both leading manufacturers have such features, but with different names.

SeaDoo has their iBR system aka Intelligent Brake and Reverse.

Yamaha has their RiDE system aka Reverse with Intuitive Deceleration Features.

That all sounds fancy when it doesn’t need to! This is the jet ski market, not a designer gallery. It’s basically brakes/reverse functions.

What NOT To Do

Right, so I’ve shown you why you must get out of the entry-level market (aka Rec-lite) because in all honesty, the Spark isn’t the best machine out there. It’s cheap, but it’s not fun at all.

Plus, it’s a bit…embarrassing. When you rock up to the boat ramp, everyone knows you’re a beginner. No experienced rider would ever choose one of these basic machines.

Now the biggest mistake people make is choosing a stupidly excessive engine. You don’t need that 300HP beast showcased at the dealership.

Stay away from those. You’re still learning. It will take 12 months of riding MINIMUM before you can handle those speeds and the power. It’s the type of power that will rip your arms off.

Quite literally, you just won’t enjoy your day out on the water. Give it a month or two after purchasing and you’ll be listing it on Craigslist when you should have just bought a standard ski originally.

Essentially, learn to walk before you run. Avoid those big racing machines, but look forward to it! You can always upgrade down the track.

Now some of these machines do have a slow key. A good option if you’re learning but don’t want to transition between two machines. The price difference however is quite high.

Best Beginner’s Jet Ski is One That Delivers the Fun

When you’re starting new, you don’t want anything fancy. Yes – you must get a model with brakes and reverse, but that’s all you need.

Most important is that you must enjoy your day out on the water. You can arrive back safely at the boat ramp ready for another session next week.

Best of all – you can bring the toys and the kids! Even the GTI and VX are powerful enough to pull tubes and even a wakeboard.

Given that you’ve got a safer machine, your children can take the controls too depending on your state/country laws and regulations. At least here in Australia, you can in some places. Much easier to do than on a 300hp machine.

My recommendation is that you get training. Yes, you can get a jet ski license but you should also take a safety course too. What I did was tag along with a jet ski tour for my first few rides before buying my own machine.

In Summary

I understand the allure of buying a cheap machine to just get out on the water. But cheap machines aren’t much fun. Sorry SeaDoo Spark, but you don’t get my tick of approval here.

You’re really limited in what you can do and where you can go with these machines. Their power is limited, with minimal safety functions and they just look so average.

Spend that little bit extra on a proper ski. You’ll also be seen as a real PWC rider at your local boat ramp.

I also understand the allure of buying an expensive machine. If you have the cash, then this is possible too. Just use the learner keys for a few months first.

At the end of the day, I’m just some dude on the internet who loves jet skis. I was once a beginner just like you. Your needs and riding conditions might be different. Just find the right beginner’s jet ski that delivers you years of enjoyment.