I have 5 hours on my 2023 Ultra 310x. I've been in the PWC game for 25 years and raced offshore in SoCal. This is my first Kawi and holy hell does it own the rough water and chop. None of my Seadoos can even come close. It's almost hard to believe how fast it is in rough water. I wish I had an Ultra when I raced offshore. The build quality, ergonomics, handling and engine are all top quality. The seat is incredibly comfortable even for three people. People say it's heavy, but it feels just as light as my 2014 RXPX on the water. It doesn't feel like a big boat, but it's stable like one. The right thumb reverse works fine and easy to get used to. If you want to be comfortable and go fast in rough water, this is the ski. It's not perfect - front storage opening is too small, gullwing doors are awkward and not water tight, engine cover is cumbersome, it's a wet ride in the rough, color scheme is lame (light grey in footwells, really?), two keys when there should be only one. I'd take a real glove box over cup holders any day! These don't take away from the riding experience, but bring the overall owner experience down a notch.

This ski looks very impressive. I've never ridden a Kawai but my Seadoo 300 GTX and RXTX have never let me down. They ride amazing in chop and when I smash the throttle with a RIVA Stage 1 kit, it practically rips my arms out of their sockets. I have to hold on for dear life. Nothing about my Seadoo disappoints me or leaves me wanting for more.

This ski is simply incredible. From watching your very early videos, it kept me with an open mind to Kawi's return. I'm impressed at the quality of the software engineering that Kawasaki invested into this watercraft. In my opinion, they have blown the competition out of the water! And as far as the reliability, they destroy Sea-Doo.

@watercraftjournal

Жыл бұрын

There's a lot going in Kawasaki's favor here.

I have a 2008 Ultra 250x that still runs like a beast and a 2018 Ultra 310x that screams and cuts thru the waves like magic. My buddies have Yamahas and Sea Doos and call my skies Kawasofas because of the rides!

@calank923

Жыл бұрын

Man I sold my 08 ultra 250x and regret it every summer. I had it until 2018 and it was heavily modified and never had an issue even though they said the 250 was the worst motor for ringland failure. Besides a few supercharger belts I had zero issues

Another great review. You hit the proverbial nail on the head. I just took my LX-S offshore in Stuart Florida and it’s amazing how well it handled the open ocean. Transitioning from flat river riding to a windy choppy bay posed no threat to comfort or stability. And like you mentioned, the power is always available if you need it to pull you out of trouble or just get you to the restaurant just a little quicker than most. Really enjoy the channel!

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Appreciated

Got one. Baddest jetski out there.

Good to hear a positive review on “Kawasaki”. These guy’s I ride the ocean keep questioning my Kawi loyalty and this clearly shows why👍

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Plenty of haters who simply don’t know.

I haven’t loved a paint color this much since the green and purple 900zxi. Great review! Welcome back Kawasaki!!

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

You and me both!

@edwardbowles8613

2 жыл бұрын

That was a great looking ski. I loved the 96 1100zxi also.

Wow!! What an awesome review! I love it! Kawasaki’s back, baby!

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah

Thanks for an honest review with actual opinions at the end. So sick of reviews with vague "Don't make other manufactures mad" statements at the end that mean nothing. This felt like the Water Ski Magazine "boat buyers guide" issues of the early 90s where they actually gave information. Thanks again for a great review. More strong opinions with clear "It's the one I would buy" statements at the end please. Awesome!

@watercraftjournal

Жыл бұрын

That's very much appreciated. It's hard to be so declarative on each review, but we get your point 100%.

Love it, haters are going to hate! Thanks for the no bullsh*t review. Billy D

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Appreciated

Kawasaki Ultra JetSki 310 LX - 5 is highly appreciated for riding with powerful engine optimization .

Just got my Kawasaki ultra 310 lx. Did break in today Great Lakes . Wow what a ride!!! Smooth had no problem with the choppy water . The acceleration something I’ve never experienced before.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Very nice

Amazing jet ski amazing review one of the most beautiful jet ski on the market,my next jet ski is that,hi from greece

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Great!

Very nice! I'll get one next year. Thanks for the review.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Nice!

As I wrote months ago, you really should be working for kawasaki. You make everybody want one and you have only added to it with this review. I want one! I think you have put out an honest review without any over the top bias considering you have sung certain praises of every brand but let's face it, you have a kawasaki bias and kawasaki has earned your praise. Welcome to the 2000's kawasaki, long overdue and very welcomed.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

It's funny, when you praise a product for one positive attribute or another, it's called a bias rather than just being smart enough to recognize when something is superior to another.

@whbbill550

2 жыл бұрын

@@watercraftjournal Totally understood, my god, stop being so touchy. You have been riding them for years and they have never let you down regardless of the fact that they haven't been up to date in certain areas. You have loved the dog that got you there (many others have too) and you have been waiting for them to really show their teeth which they now have. They have earned your praise, bias or whatever the hell you want to call it and now they are at the top of the heap in most areas.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

When people write that I'm being touchy, it always comes across in a super defensive, whiny tone. My default setting is sarcasm. Watch the podcasts. You'll know. -K

Good review, I trust all your reviews on all brand of Skis , all I gotta say is Go Kawi !😊😎☝🏼

@watercraftjournal

Жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

Watched this video a few times. Video images and details are great. Ski looks better all the time. Never really paid much attention to your title. The bad ass part stands out so much. Finally paid attention to the Bare Bones part. I know what you mean in comparison to its siblings but isn't it amazing where we are today that a ski this amazing and still so feature packed is relatively "bare bones"! Haha. Shame they are so scarce! Reminds me of waiting for my 01 STXR to arrive. MAN I LOVED THAT SKI!

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, the window of "what is bare bones" has shifted a lot.

Great video. Thanks. I’m really doubting my decision in the next year to get a fx svho after watching this.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe!

Another awesome video and review

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Appreciated

Hi Siri, please send the complaint to Kevin's manager! 😅🤪😜 He was way too honest in this review, and on point...YA and SD folks might get a little upset when playing this video!!! Just kidding man...Great 🎯 review 👐🙌💯🌊

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

😅 see the comment section. They're already upset.

Maybe I’m living in the past but I definitely prefer the old top deck. With that being said I understand it was time for a change. No complaints about the adding of a brake system and other updates as many were well over due. I just hope with time the new styling grows on me.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

You're not alone. The hood and general look were more slippery. The fumbling of the front storage is the biggest error in this build. It's just...egregious. But the lower center of gravity, deeper footwells and ergonomics are worth the cost of admission.

I love hearing your no BS review!!! I like the X, but being that I stumbled up on an LX-S at a local dealership in stock and available, I had to jump on it on July 23. I GOT LUCKY!!! The LX-S has stuff I don't need, but I would rather have gotten the one I did vs not getting anything. I am hoping to hit the water this weekend for the first time for my break-in ride and then open it up. KEEP THE GREAT CONTENT COMING!!! Thanks a ton.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Right on!

On the slightly older 310x is it ok to put an ocassiona pint of gas treatment to a full tank like gumout to clean the injectors once in awhile?

Love the review! Now for Kawi to up the production numbers

@watercraftjournal

Жыл бұрын

This review is helping

Hey boss which ski has more thrust whn cracking the throttle? Rxtx 300 or ultra 310?

How many hours of drive time can you get from a single tank?

I’m getting a jet ski soon and your videos are super informative. Kawasakis are the brand I have seen the least about. My intended use will be ocean, surfing and tow sports, as well as some fishing. It was great to hear about the rough water ability of this ski as most of my riding will be in less than glassy ocean. The surf rescue industry widely considers the FXHO as the top pick. Why do you think that is?

Awesome review 👏 👌 👍!! I would love to buy a pair of these but as you saw lake mead has serious problems. One of which is open boat ramp for the entire lake and hours of waiting to launch or pick up your skis. Hopefully the water authority will figure out a plan to get lake levels up so I can enjoy my life long hobby again 😁.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

We launched at Mead with zero trouble at all. Then again, it was on a Tuesday, so there's that.

@christopherchapman7453

2 жыл бұрын

@@watercraftjournallol yes during the week isn't bad but unfortunately I have to work during the week. Someday I hope to work less and ride more 🙃

Kawasaki and Sea Doo top of all can trust with closed eye worth all the money.

@watercraftjournal

Жыл бұрын

Ah OK

Like the beginning of the video 👍 that's all I ever want personally 🤷‍♂️😁

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Appreciated

simply based on the attitude of this review.... best video you have ever put out IMO

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Appreciated

Thanks for the great video. I love the Kawi green but having only seen this particular ski in person, I can't agree more on how beautiful it is. Pics look great but on the water in the sun it is AMAZING! Sucks production is so hard hit. Maybe Nancy's visit to Taiwan will improve the electronics supply chain. That is if she has time after tending to her personal affairs. The way things are 2023 is all I can hope for. It is a shame they messed up the storage opening. Engine cover is a non issue for me especially after JD's solution. I agree completely with the Kawi width. The others are so wide, 2 on a trailer is just too tight for my garage doors. Any idea what the production % breakdown is between the 3? Pretty even or majority the top end LX? Thanks again.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

No idea on the production numbers. Sorry. We've mellowed on the engine cover as well - front storage remains a cardinal sin though. Especially because it's purely an aesthetic choice. It should've been caught in early testing.

@edwardbowles8613

2 жыл бұрын

Yes and storage was such a huge strength of previous Ultra. Just hope Kawi will stay in the game and keep developing and improving their skis. Your 1500 X2 rumor is really interesting. I hope they listened to you and the NA Ultra LX is equipped properly. Thanks again. Hope I can ever get on one of these things!

Sensei Shaw, do you have a recommendation on attaching a cooler to this baby? Don't want to do the ultra deck or the stern bag.

@watercraftjournal

Жыл бұрын

The same way we have been doing it for 40 years: ratchet straps.

Solid review

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Appreciated!

Thanks Kevin! Just traded my 2022 gp1800ho for a 2023 310x. You instigated it! 😊

@watercraftjournal

Жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy it!

@JetskiMike

Жыл бұрын

How much did they give you for the GP?

@josephlegacy4879

Жыл бұрын

@@JetskiMike, Around $2000 less than I paid. Ski also had 100 hours on it.

I just want the Ski no frills except for a good speaker system. Can you hear the music over the ski when riding on these? if not there's not really a reason to get it

Waw kevin iam really impressed by ur agressif style of driving 💪💪💪

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

No, no. These were REALLY mild conditions. This wasn't aggressive riding at all.

@khalilkenouche2063

2 жыл бұрын

@@watercraftjournal oh my god if u call this mild condition so how agressive ride is... When u take turn you look like valentino rossi doing race in moto gp. I think i ride like a baby Girl 😂😂

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

The water was pretty smooth so it was easy to snap some decent-looking turns. Rougher water makes it more… interesting. 😂

With the re-designed deck, it now looks similar to an FX. I like it. Another question: my FX SVHO gets 3.5 to 4 mpg with the way I ride (pinned every chance I get). What mileage does this ski get? Thanks.

@JDsWaterWorld

2 жыл бұрын

I burn 5 gallons an hour on the Kawi averaging in the high 50s. The Yamaha 1.8 SVHO motor is more fuel efficient because it’s centrifugal supercharger relies on a sprag clutch and thus produces only negligible boost at lower RPMs. The Eaton TVS S/c on the Kawi is always producing boost that is bled off through a vacuum controlled relief valve at lower rpm’s.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

In our 350-mile ride up the Cumberland, we had a '21 310X average 3.3mpg averaging 55mph.

Looks nice!

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

It is!

Good job repping Lake Mead...did Kaw bring the skiis in from SoCal? Cuz, there are no good local dealers for KAW. That is why I sold mine and got a Waverunner but, now, I am not a fan of the Yammie and will probably buy one of these 310X next year if we ever get any water into Lake Mead.

@watercraftjournal

Жыл бұрын

Kawi begged us not to comment on how low Mead was, so I joked about finding sunken boats.

@1vegasdood

Жыл бұрын

@@watercraftjournal That was 98% perfect. If you would have found a dead body in a barrel that would have been bonus points for your vid. hahahahaah

I have one on order 310LX I hope it get's here soon.

@watercraftjournal

Жыл бұрын

nice

Totally agree 👍

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

👍🏻

100% spot on. Couple of issues I'll list after I do my full review

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

That won’t be necessary. We’re the industry standard. 😉😁

Yes 🙌!!! Setting up the big screen now, grabbing a beer 🍺 and watching this.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds great!

Hopefully whenever the 310R comes it has something more than just a different handlebars, seat and god forbid green sponsons. It needs some unique features - no KSS so when you chop the throttle into a turn it doesn’t keep revs high, and maybe a ecu flash for a bit more acceleration etc

@watercraftjournal

Жыл бұрын

You’re right but it’s doubtful

Question: how fast is this ski after removing the rev-limiter? Thanks.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Depends on conditions, of course.

@paulwolfenberger3884

2 жыл бұрын

@@watercraftjournal Just curious whether this ski gets a similar top end increase in speed by re-flashing the ECU like the SVHO skis do. Thank you.

hi i found ur video to be very helpful in putting fuel in my jetski for some time now i been going through this headache each time i fill up , i spoke to yamaha about this & they have put me line with otheres who are inthe same boat, still waiting been 7mths with 2min of my time watching ur video im able to remove & fill up with out spending 30min filling then i put back in (simple fix more time on water thanku alot) i have another problem my touch screen also doesn't work unable to go through it & lock jetski with pin once again im in line & its been 7mths other jetski have similar issues but mine the worst of all apparently please help with gd advice

@watercraftjournal

Жыл бұрын

With the Yamaha? Yeah, they're having some quality control issues for sure. It should be a warranty item so bring it to your dealer.

Great review - i am ordering the LX-S hope its as good -

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

We MUCH prefer this over the LX-S

@stuarts3016

2 жыл бұрын

@@watercraftjournal do you think the X is better in the choppy stuff that the LX-S then as the UK seas are well…. Rather unforgiving lol. So stability is kind of king

@JDsWaterWorld

2 жыл бұрын

They are the same ski- the LX-S adds the ultra deck, rear camera, led running lights and green color- other than that everything else exactly the same. The X is lighter and has less things to break and is also a bit cheaper. If you don’t care about the Ultra deck or the bells and whistles go with the X as Kevin says.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

No. Stability is NOT king unless you plan on walking around the damn thing static in the water. Predictably in rough water is king, and this is it. Ditch all the unnecessary bullsh** and get the X. The LS-X doesn’t add anything to make it a superior riding machine.

@stuarts3016

2 жыл бұрын

@@watercraftjournal awesome bro - just made my mind up for me.

I love my SeaDoo and will continue to, but man that looks like a lot of fun. Whats stopping it from going over 70 without a governor like the RXTX? I just might have to pick up one of these next :)

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Kspeed has a basic reflash and ride plate and intake grate kit that puts it over 77mph.

@Logan_Daniels_Photography

2 жыл бұрын

@@watercraftjournal good to know. Aside from the storage placement of seadoo vs kawi I think I like the kawi better.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

The RXT-X has LESS than 27 gallons of storage. The Kawi has 44.6.

@Logan_Daniels_Photography

2 жыл бұрын

@@watercraftjournal yes but the way you get to it is so much more convenient. It may be half the space but not having to reach up to the nose is very nice.

@pajamatime5750

2 жыл бұрын

@@Logan_Daniels_Photography You don’t only have the front storage option. The gullwing storage has plenty of room for commonly accessed items while out on the water

I was keeping an eye on tge water bottle. It wasnt getting too thrashed around on the lumps and bumps

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Admittedly, we didn't experience too much chop during this day filming. The cup holders are (thankfully) very deep, so only BIG jumps will you possibly lose a bottle.

I have a 2019 Yamaha VX Cruiser HO & have been wanting a 2nd to go along w/ it, been considering 2022 FX SVHO b/c been doing more ocean riding, but this Kawasaki def has me thinking…the limited storage isn’t great, but not a killer. Doesn’t seem like it has the same size deck as the SVHO tho

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Thankfully the LX-S has the big honking deck extension

@MS-mr4zm

2 жыл бұрын

@@watercraftjournal also like the fuel capacity

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

You'll need every drop :D

I feel like if Kawi upped the Displacement it would allow them to lower the Boost psi to maintain the same power levels... Which would give the aftermarket greater ability to increase performance through tuning.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Or if they just used an engine they already had and dropped in the H2R they could cut 100lbs and rev higher rpm with the same HP

@ericthompson165

2 жыл бұрын

@@watercraftjournal ZX15R coming next year BTW... Supposedly

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Interesting - but PWC always get the engine after 10 years of use. We’re a long way from that one (if it happens).

@cautionontherun30

2 жыл бұрын

The kawasaki is perfect all around....hp is enough unless you are racing.

Not that it is a huge deal, I know hardly about them, but wouldn’t speakers be nice? Or is there another model that has them?

These seem so close to perfect with just a couple needless frustrations. It seems like storage volume and the opening size have been severely compromised in the interest of styling which to me looks like it was inspired by the LaFerrari (which I always found a bit ungainly). If they had broadened and raised the front they probably could have maintained or even improved on the 60 gals of storage of the old one. Also I understand that Kawi says the engine cover was necessary to narrow the seat but surely it could have been implemented in such away that it could be opened without tools, this ski is basically designed for salt water use, how are you supposed to clean the engine compartment after every use with that cover? Any comment on how the smooth to medium chop handling and agility would compare to my '17 RXT-X? I only occasionally splash in open water and heavy chop so I wouldn't want to compromise too much on that in order to gain the superior heavy condition comfort.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

You’re exactly right about the front storage - removing the engine cover is 6 acorn nuts, not as troublesome as a Sea-Doo. And it will destroy your RXT-X in all chop. Like embarrassingly.

@pajamatime5750

2 жыл бұрын

If you can’t remove 6 acorn nuts after each ride (35 seconds) to rinse out the entire engine compartment I don’t know what to tell ya!!

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

I do: Don't buy one. I've softened on the engine cover issue after remembering the 13 Torx screws on ALL of the Sea-Doos. -K

@pajamatime5750

2 жыл бұрын

@@watercraftjournal Exactly. Sure Seadoo had a larger opening with the seat off but to actually spray out the entire engine bay the process was far worse removing the linq deck with the 13 bolts IMO.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

There’s that and the 2 forward bolts that require a wrench if you don’t want to lose the nuts

Great review. Currently considering purchasing the 310X or the Yamaha FX SVHO for 2023. I understand the Kawi is better in rough water but wondering how they compare in areas like acceleration and handling? Keep up your good work….it’s much appreciated.

@watercraftjournal

Жыл бұрын

Please see the written review (link in description). We note acceleration between the two mentioned.

@gilberjj

Жыл бұрын

I too am considering these exact two skis.

@iananderson7569

Жыл бұрын

@@gilberjj I went with the Yamaha.

Idk I just bought a 2022 gp1800r svho and its a rocket and it was also a few grand cheaper. I love Kawasaki but is this ski really the best for the $.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

The GP is an outstanding ski, and the two are pretty different in their respective appeal.

@tylersch8897

2 жыл бұрын

@@watercraftjournal but they are both performance ski's. I just was wondering is the kawasaki really worth it or is it only for ocean riding and the gp is more of a lake ski.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Again, the CORE attribute here is ride quality. I've been pretty bold in saying the GP is a "race boat." It's lightweight, thin and doesn't have a lot of insulation so it won't soak up any bumps or rattles. The Ultra totally does. If that's not a concern, don't worry about it. -K

Of I drive a large enough body of water this would be the machine. One question: how are the vibrations?

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

None, especially compared to competitors

But aren't your alil partial to kawi tho? Wanna know what I think would be the best ski.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Go back and see which skis have won WATERCRAFT OF THE YEAR the last 8 years and come back and tell me WCJ is partial to Kawasaki.

@costasgeorgiou5015

2 жыл бұрын

@@watercraftjournal I know what you you say in a joking way I would say the kawi hull with a yami motor. 😂

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Yamaha doesn’t come on as hard as the Kawi; Kawi’s don’t have air ribbons that break free in your throttle body; Kawi’s don’t have cracking cylinder heads; Kawi’s don’t have anemic intercoolers from the factory; Kawi’s come with an awesome BOV and catch can from the factory…

22 rxp, Riva pro sponsons and scom. Lake and river riding only. The twistier the better. How much more fun would the 310x be in comparison?

@watercraftjournal

Жыл бұрын

You've got a great ski for what you're doing.

Maybe a fuel consumption comparisson between the new Ultra 160 and the Ultra 310 with Slo -Eco key?

@watercraftjournal

Жыл бұрын

Why? If you're buying a 310 you know damn well it's gonna suck fuel. We averaged 3.9mpg on the 310X, and 5.5mpg on the 160.

@jorbedo

Жыл бұрын

Got it, never heard those numbers before...

Kevin, I asked you this in a podcast before you rode the new Ultras but, now having rode them, does the Ultra Deck impact the handling at all? Say the 310X vs 310LX-s. The difference between the X and LX-S is the ultra deck, camera and lights which adds 33 pounds overall

@stuarts3016

2 жыл бұрын

Good question i am about to buy a kawa so i am all ears as well…

@JDsWaterWorld

2 жыл бұрын

I own an LX-S and the handling is on par with everything Kevin states in the video. I would imagine that with a SCOM, the 310x will be slightly faster due to the lighter weight

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Why does everyone want these stupid deck extensions? Seriously! It’s another passing fad; another thing to break; and effects the transom weight over the pump. YES of course it does. Any conscientious rider can feel it.

@maxb5816

2 жыл бұрын

@@watercraftjournal to be perfectly honest I just wanted the Kawi green ski 😂. The blue or gold didn’t do it for me

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Seems unnecessary to pay $1000 for a color (and a bunch of stuff that adds weight and is otherwise unneeded).

Which pwc is better. Seadoo rxtx 300 or Kawasaki 310?? Looking for a durable pwc for open sea. Many friends bought the seadoo, but i think the Kawasaki is better

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Literally, WHAT DID IT SAY?

@pajamatime5750

2 жыл бұрын

@@watercraftjournal 😂

@cautionontherun30

2 жыл бұрын

Seadoo gas 2 year warranty and parts very difficult to get. Yamaha 3 year warranty and kawasaki 5 year I wonder why

Voice command on a skii is good for 1 thing : lunchbox joe can order an icecream cone......

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Trunalimunumaprzure!

Need to bring this to mission bay in san diego! It gets choppy af & its windy Dont lean on ski when turning at full throttle, just stay seated!

@watercraftjournal

Жыл бұрын

Wrong, Oswaldo. Always drop a knee deep into the tray while hard, full-speed cornering.

@Mroswaldo16

Жыл бұрын

@@watercraftjournal to mee that seems like racing position, idk if i saw it right but the 310 didnt tilt when steering? I notice this on my 22 fx. Compare to my gp1200r that it just sits level at full speed when cornering. That would remove the cruiser & comfort if i have to bend knee when steering. Be safer tho when racing

@watercraftjournal

Жыл бұрын

I raced a built '97 GP1200 and a '06 GP1300R, both skis rolled HEAVILY on the rail in hard corners. Neither skis "sit level" while cornering.

@Mroswaldo16

Жыл бұрын

@@watercraftjournal level i mean, like how its riding or sits while non using. Thats how i feel my 1200r & i do lean to the side so it doesnt flip over with me on. Im Still scared on my new fx svho, pulls hard & feels scary at top speed compare to my 1200r at 64mph & fx at 66mph. I can stay on it more on my gpr than fx. I havent taken a corner at full speed yet, to see how the fx feels, Still getting the hang of it.

@watercraftjournal

Жыл бұрын

SCARED? Pfft. That thing's a marshmallow.

Does the watercraft have ergo lock like the sea doo

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Ergolock is a trademark.

I have got 2009 Ultra LX 160 HP over last 10 years. Great fun. Not its time to get 310 x 😊

Is the music necessary?

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Yes

What a machine excellent

That why it looks like he’s riding it on a reservoir. Really rough water. Plus I thought u never beach a ski?

@watercraftjournal

Жыл бұрын

I never said I didn't. I said YOU SHOULDN'T. -K

OK now were getting somewhere. I did not know any kawi was shorter than an XP. I'm a Yama guy and my preferred is the fzr. I love the 2 seat shorter ride. As soon as learned the new X doesn't have the continental shelf hanging off the back and was also lacking a concert inspired sound system I became even more interested in it specifically. Now I find out it isnt as iver sized as I've been led to believe.. hmmm... You hit it dead on when you brought up function over features. Not that this model is lacking in desirable features its just that desirable features are relative and I like many don't desire many of the newer "features" . I do find one feature missing on almost all models on all brands except one specific unit that I am aware of and that's a built in depth finder/guage. This is the model for me if I don't stick with yamaha. The LS-x or X-ls would be 2nd I watch JD's water world videos and he makes that machine look great too..

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Smaller than the RXT-X not RXP-X. Big difference.

@danav3387

2 жыл бұрын

@@watercraftjournal my bad I thought you said P

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

No problem. It's also come to my attention that Kawasaki ALSO includes the weight of the battery, so that's another 13.4 lbs. closer to the Sea-Doo's weight.

@edwardbowles8613

2 жыл бұрын

I have added depth finders to several skis using through hull transducers. Have had issue with some displays taking in water. The Hawkeye 2b works great. New Ultras seem to have some good spots for the display. I have them on my 160x and 160lx. Fits perfectly between cupholders.

@danav3387

2 жыл бұрын

@@edwardbowles8613 How accurate do you think they are mounted like that? I just think it would be interesting to know if I were in 10' or 100" of water and how deep some of the areas I typically ride in.

In all its what ever type of ride your looking for that what I get from this review. You can buy a sports bike like me (2021 RXP) or an Cruiser (Ultra)

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

LOL most will never push their ski to its limits, so it boils down to hull design and ride comfort.

wish I had the money for one

Kawasaki needs a spark competitor

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

...and a competitor to the FX Cruiser HO ...and to the GTX 170 ...and to the Spark

the people who will bitch about the 310x being a barge will say that about all these "luxury skis" like the GTX. They dont want more than a spark or a stand up yamaha to run circles and jump waves with. The person who will plop down the $$$ for any of the luxury models like a GTX, Wake Pro, Fish Pro, FX, Ultra 310x, wont be concerned about size and weight. The only weight figure I looked at on my fish pro is how much cargo /people can she hold? dont care about ski weight... its lighter than a boat with the same HP which = faster and better economy than most boats, so im good. I think the 310x is badass... if i wasnt neck deep in fishing... i would have probably got that over my fish pro trophy.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like you made the right choice! The Fish Pro is fantastic for what it's designed to do.

Kevin your going to have to start weighing all the skis wet yourself to keep the industry honest.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

We’ve always listed weights.

Great hull pump and engine. Why give a clear access lid to check the engine oil then miss out another access lid to top it up ??? Front bow nose storage so small apature and impossible to access on the whilst on the ski, you have to get off to load or unload it ?? New deck mats slippery not like models before. Handle bar mounted key jumped out whilst ridding in rough water and lost it. Narrower top deck has reduced the already tight access for engine along with relocating the electric trim motor from the front storage compartment to UNDER the engine inlet manifold, heat retention and humidity also increased with the crazy engine compartment cover. Kawasaki got the tech right but the simple items wrong one step forward and I'm afraid two steps back still a great machine though.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

That’s too bad - pretty sure your key wasn’t in all the way, or you hit it/impacted with the bars.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

Russ, I've got a question. How does the engine cover retain heat any more than having a seat on the previous model? Both were gasket sealed and use the same latch. -K

@pajamatime5750

2 жыл бұрын

You’d call this new generation 1 step forward and 2 steps back? Because of the size of the front storage access and the engine cover? Maybe you should try one first before being allowed to comment! These new Kawis are the real deal and if that’s all you got to nitpick that’s not 2 steps back!

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

@Pajama Time, Russ says he rode it and the key flew out of the handlebars.

@pajamatime5750

2 жыл бұрын

I snap the key in and never notice it again. Not sure how you’d knock it loose. It would suck to loose though that’s for sure! I do have a floater tag attached to it just incase!

Uhm ok im sold 😂

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

BAM!

I hate to be that guy, but the rxt just looks better 🤣

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

If you say so

I always woder.. is it worth it to spend the extra money to get the all tricked out 310Lx or not worth it. The 310x has all the most important things with some weight savings. Do people really listen to music while jumping on a ski..? I understeand the extended deck.. i can always use a cooler or an extra tank of gas.. but all the rest ..is it really worth the extra money ?

You should be reviewing the 2023 model and not the 2022. It is sad that you can't even get your hands on one to review until August of the same model year.

@watercraftjournal

2 жыл бұрын

NO 2023 ARE OUT YET MARK

@pajamatime5750

2 жыл бұрын

They’re the exact same units. Color and all…. Kawasaki USA has them on the website and there’s no changes coming….

No break and reverse on the left handle bar = No Thanks Kawasaki!!! HELLO SEADOO AND YAMAHA !! 😍

@peteuncle2935

Жыл бұрын

What is that meant to mean? What kind of pussy uses a brake, or even reverse on a Jetski? Hardly important features IMO.

@edwardbowles8613

Жыл бұрын

Why is having the "brake" on the right bar a bad thing? Ever ride one to know? Gas fill on left side. Brake and throttle on right side frees up your left hand to reach to someone on the dock or dock itself.

@bjmajmtwentysixteen3806

Жыл бұрын

@@edwardbowles8613 I've been riding my Seadoo along reef, and that instant break on the left bar has saved me a few times from scratching or damaging my hulls. It's also way easier to dock with a left trigger. Pulling up a suit case handle is ridiculous And it looks shit too