6 Things Sponsons do on a Jet Ski

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Almost all jet skis have sponsons, but most people don’t know what they do. Sponsons play an essential role in improving the performance of personal watercraft. Here, we discuss what exactly sponsons are and what they do on a jet ski. Sponsons are a vital safety feature on jet skis. They are blades that stick … Read more

What Does the Choke do on a Jet Ski? When to Use It

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If you’ve ever had to start your jet ski on a cold morning or after a long period of not using it, you likely have your choke to thank. The choke on your jet ski is one of the most important and smallest components on the machine. It’s often the only way to cold-start your … Read more

How to Know if Your Wear Ring is Bad on Your Sea-Doo 

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Sea-doos and other speedy watercraft vehicles are a great way to have fun on the water. However, sea-doos are also a ton of work and require constant maintenance to operate the way they should. One of your sea-doo’s most common and problematic components is the wear ring. It’s important to know the signs and symptoms … Read more

How to Easily Read Sea-Doo Fault Codes 

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A Sea-Doo is a brand of personal watercraft that’s essentially the same thing as a jet ski. Both machines are made for traveling on the water at high speeds and are best suited for recreational or rescue use. Like most boats, vehicles, or machines with an engine, sea-doos have their own special set of fault … Read more

How to Clean a Jet Ski from Top to Bottom: The Ultimate Guide

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Jet skis can get extremely dirty when they are being used.  This may seem bizarre considering they are in the water. Have you ever actually looked at the water you are trolling around in?  Often, you cannot even see through the water because of the dirt that has been stirred up.  The best way to … Read more

How to Remove a Gas Tank from a Sea-Doo in 6 Steps

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If you own a Sea-Doo, you may have to replace its gas tank at some point. Sometimes the gas tanks on Sea-Doos can get damaged, punctured, contaminated, or worn down. Removing a Sea-Doo’s gas tank can seem complicated if you are unprepared. To remove a Sea-Doo’s gas tank, you should be aware of the multiple … Read more

Do You Need A License to Drive A Jet Ski?

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A jet ski is actually known as a personal watercraft (PWC). When on the lake in many states, they do not have their own set of rules and regulations. They are classified in the same category as boats. This means that if you are operating a jet ski on the lake in some states, the … Read more

What Are The Best Shoes to Wear on a Jet Ski

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Riding a jet ski is one of the most exhilarating recreation activities one can participate in on the water. However, just like with any outdoor activity, you need to be outfitted with the right equipment to enjoy jet skiing. Of course, before you can begin participating in the sport you will need a jet ski … Read more

Can you add water to a jet ski battery?

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Oftentimes, when it comes to maintenance on a Jet Ski, many overlooked features should be done regularly. Most namely, if and when to add water to the Jet Ski battery. Throughout this article, we will cover a variety of topics that will greatly help you. Can you add water to a jet ski battery? Jet … Read more