3 Cutting-Edge New Personal Watercraft ReDefining the Ride

3 Cutting-Edge New Personal Watercraft ReDefining the Ride Sep 10, 2026
Yamaha Crosswave
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Kawasaki Jet Ski Ultra 310LX

KawasakiThe Ultra 310LX is the flagship of Kawasaki’s Ultra 310 series, and one of the most powerful supercharged personal watercraft on the water. A completely redesigned two-piece three-person ERGO-FIT LXury Seat runs slimmer at the knees with deeper hip support for all three riders. An adjustable driver’s seat gives three positions across a 70 mm range. A rearview camera aft of the rear seat helps when towing a skier or docking. The race-developed hull comes from championship-winning machines. Multi-Mount Rail accessory deck. Electronic cruise control holds set speed on long runs. More info: www.kawasaki.ca

Specifications: Dry weight: Approx. 950 lbs (1,090 lbs fully loaded per independent test) | Max horsepower: Approx. 310 hp (1,498cc supercharged and intercooled inline-4) | Passenger capacity: 3 persons | Hull type: Race-developed hull; Multi-Mount Rail accessory deck; iBRS brake system| MSRP: CAD $25,499 (approx.)

Sea-Doo RXP-X 325

SeaDooThe RXP-X 325 is Sea-Doo’s high-performance ride for the buoy course. A supercharged Rotax 1630 ACE engine delivers 325 hp. iTC Intelligent Throttle Control with Launch Control gets the craft from 0 to 60 mph in approximately 3.4 seconds. Top speed is electronically limited to 67-68 mph. Built on the T3-R fiberglass racing hull with a Shark Gill mid-hull design for grip, X-sponsons for hairpin turns, and an extended VTS for precise handling. A 155mm high-pressure pump with polished impeller keeps thrust relentless. Carbon fibre finishes and 2026 Tech Package electronics are also available. More info: sea-doo.brp.com

Specifications: Length: 130.7 in (10 ft 11 in) | Beam: 49.2 in (4 ft 1 in) | Dry weight: 778 lbs base; 825 lbs with Tech Package | Max horsepower: 325 hp (Rotax 1630 ACE supercharged) | Passenger capacity: 1-2 persons (racing PWC) | Max weight capacity: 400 lbs payload | Hull type: T3-R fiberglass racing hull; Shark Gill design; X-sponsons; VTS; fuel 18.5 gall | MSRP: CAD $24,549 approx.

Yamaha CrossWave

crosswaveThe all-new 2026 Yamaha CrossWave is the only personal watercraft designed from the ground up to carry four passengers. Removable third and fourth seats convert the stern into open deck space. The signature feature is a full walkaround deck lined with marine-grade matting, allowing 360-degree movement around the boat. Storage runs a standout 82 gallons, including a dedicated anchor locker, rod storage compartment, and dual in-hull stern compartments. The floating console holds dual 7-inch touchscreens. An aluminum trailer ships with the package. Engine is a 1.9L High Output naturally-aspirated four-cylinder marine unit. More info: www.yamaha-motor.ca

Specifications: Length: 12 ft 11 in | Beam: 5 ft 7 in | Max horsepower: 1.9L HO 4-cylinder marine engine (naturally aspirated) | Passenger capacity: 4 persons (removable 3rd and 4th seats) | Hull type: Wide-beam PWC hull; full walkaround marine-mat deck; fuel 26.4 gal; storage 82 gall | MSRP: CAD $45,800 (approx.)

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