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5 Things to Keep in Mind When Choosing a PWC-

Jun. 23 2021 News By Marketing

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There’s no better feeling than jetting across the water and catching the waves on a PWC (also known as “Personal Watercraft”). PWCs offer nimble handling and fantastic performance in a package that’s affordable and easy to own. There are only three manufacturers remaining for PWCs in the market, Yamaha, Kawasaki, and BRP. But buying the best PWC for your needs, similar to buying any boat, involves making a few crucial choices.

Why Buy a PWC?

A PWC is technically a powerboat, but only because it floats. The acceleration, speed, and agility of PWC offer an experience that feels like riding a high-performance motorcycle on the water. Even the most expensive, feature-laden new PWC costs much less than a modest pre-owned runabout. The PWC is easy to own, fuel and annual maintenance cost less. With a carrying capacity of three, you can do just about anything like cruise, tow a boarder or a single-rider tube, hang at the beach, or even fish, but life on the water is just an uncommon experience with a PWC. And if you want ultimate fun on the water with the most unique set of features, check out Sea-Doo®. Its powerful and portable design gives you easy access to all your essentials and intuitive technology, making your ride completely stress-free. You can tow a pair of PWC with a compact SUV or van, and in the off-season, two will fit on a trailer in your garage. 

How to Buy a PWC?

Consider a few pointers while buying a WaveRunner, Jet Ski, or a Sea-Doo®-

  1. Determine the Number of Passengers You Want to Carry: Almost all new PWC models are rated to carry three adults, but two adults and a child is more comfortable and realistic.
  2. Compare Different Models: With several models available in the market, depending majorly on the buyer’s purpose, it is best to compare them before buying.
  3. Inland or Open Ocean: Where you will ride your PWC is another important consideration. If you’re on an inland lake, a closed cooling system doesn’t matter. However, if you’re going to be out on the ocean, a closed cooling system can prevent potential maintenance problems in the long run.
  4. Sit Down or Stand Up: There are only two stand-up watercrafts available in the market. The lion’s share of the market lies with the sit-down watercraft. The manufacturers made their models delineate with performance and racing, luxury, recreation, and recreation light.
  5. Extra Features: Once you know how you will use your PWS, you can look into additional features. Although the fastest one will be every speed-freak’s choice, safety while sharing the ride with novice riders is essential. The availability of features and safety systems today is greater than ever. Some manufacturers also offer supercharged engines for better acceleration and top speed.

Some other things to consider will be if you want a new or a pre-owned PWC, your budget and financing options, and which dealer you would like to get your PWC from.

About Basecamp Motorsports

If you want to buy a new or used Personal watercraft or any motorsport vehicle, Basecamp Motors is an authorized dealer for Can-Am®, Sea-Doo®, Ski-Doo®, and BRP Spyder in Calgary, AB. You can call us at 403-441-1299 or fill the contact form to get in touch. You can also sign up for our newsletter. Also, be sure to check out our in-stock Powersports vehicles for sale at our dealerships in North and South Calgary.