IJSBA is very excited to share the news from Yamaha Motor Company that there are 11 new PWC coming for the 2021 model year.  We are especially enthusiastic about the four stroke Superjet and the new GP line as they are directly aimed at the IJSBA racing program.  Please see some comments lifted from Yamaha's press release and stay tuned for IJSBA for news about new race categories and when these units are homologated for competition.  

 

YAMAHA WATERCRAFT ANNOUNCES LARGEST NEW PRODUCT LAUNCH EVER FOR 2021

2021 product line includes 11 new WaveRunners and 14 new Boat models

KENNESAW, GA ─ AUGUST 12, 2020 ─ Yamaha WaterCraft Group, a division of the Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit, today unveiled its most extensive new product ever, marked by an all-new 25-foot boat platform, four all-new premium 21-foot runabouts, all-new VX® WaveRunners®, all-new race-performance GP™ WaveRunners, the debut of Yamaha's four-stroke SuperJet® stand-up, and much more.

The launch coincides with the 35th anniversary of the creation of Yamaha’s WaterCraft group, which has become the industry leader and gold standard for jet powered technology for personal watercraft and boats.

"Coming off a record sales year that saw us sell out of most models, these new products elevate our line even further. On the Boat side we are moving from 24-feet to 25-feet and innovating to create new levels of technology and luxury; we are extending our DRiVE® technology across the line and introducing new wakesurf features that set a new bar for surfing behind a jet boat; and we are announcing exciting new 25-foot FSH center console boats," said Bryan Seti, general manager of Yamaha's WaterCraft Group.

“On the WaveRunner side our VX series and GP series are all new, with enhanced riding characteristics and ergonomics, along with a range of industry first features and technology. We have a new VX Limited HO model, a new EX® Limited model and of course 2021 sees the introduction of a new four stroke version of the iconic Yamaha SuperJet.  This is proving to be a very special year for Yamaha WaterCraft and we think our customers will find these new products to exceed their expectations of what they can do on the water.”

YAMAHA WATERCRAFT ANNOUNCES LARGEST NEW PRODUCT LAUNCH EVER FOR 2021

2021 product line includes 11 new WaveRunners and 14 new Boat models

KENNESAW, GA ─ AUGUST 12, 2020 ─ Yamaha WaterCraft Group, a division of the Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit, today unveiled its most extensive new product ever, marked by an all-new 25-foot boat platform, four all-new premium 21-foot runabouts, all-new VX® WaveRunners®, all-new race-performance GP™ WaveRunners, the debut of Yamaha's four-stroke SuperJet® stand-up, and much more.

The launch coincides with the 35th anniversary of the creation of Yamaha’s WaterCraft group, which has become the industry leader and gold standard for jet powered technology for personal watercraft and boats.

"Coming off a record sales year that saw us sell out of most models, these new products elevate our line even further. On the Boat side we are moving from 24-feet to 25-feet and innovating to create new levels of technology and luxury; we are extending our DRiVE® technology across the line and introducing new wakesurf features that set a new bar for surfing behind a jet boat; and we are announcing exciting new 25-foot FSH center console boats," said Bryan Seti, general manager of Yamaha's WaterCraft Group.

“On the WaveRunner side our VX series and GP series are all new, with enhanced riding characteristics and ergonomics, along with a range of industry first features and technology. We have a new VX Limited HO model, a new EX® Limited model and of course 2021 sees the introduction of a new four stroke version of the iconic Yamaha SuperJet.  This is proving to be a very special year for Yamaha WaterCraft and we think our customers will find these new products to exceed their expectations of what they can do on the water.”

All-New Race Performance GP1800R SVHO and GP1800R HO

The supercharged Yamaha GP1800R® SVHO and normally-aspirated GP1800R HO are the epitome of today's high-performance racecraft.

For 2021, the Yamaha GP Series is all-new with a new deck design, tilt-adjustable race-inspired handlebar design, Connext helm control with multi-color LCD display, the industry's first Auto Trim function with Cornering Control and Launch Control modes, a new hull liner that moves the craft's center of gravity for added agility, and a new intake grate and upgraded jet pump for class-leading acceleration.

New this year to the GP Series is the industry's first automatic trim system featuring Cornering Control and Launch Control. When engaged, Cornering Control automatically shifts the trim into the bow down position when decelerating for tighter cornering and a racy feel. Launch Control is different in that it automatically shifts the trim down to prevent bow rise when accelerating quickly.

These functions happen automatically to bring new levels of handling and performance riding to racers and recreational riders alike.

For 2021, the Yamaha SuperJet returns all-new from the ground up to challenge a new generation of stand-up riders with a torquey four-stroke Yamaha marine engine and nimble performance hull that is 142 pounds lighter and 8.8 inches shorter than its competition.  

No longer reserved for professional racers and requiring a racing license, the new 2021 SuperJet will find appeal with a broad audience, including the racing community, but also among recreational riders looking for a new thrill. 

This includes aging tricksters who will find the athleticism and excitement of riding the new SuperJet to be a similar challenge as wakesurfing, which sees continued interest and growth among this audience.

The 2021 SuperJet is powered by Yamaha's award-winning, three-cylinder, four-stroke TR-1 marine engine. This compact, lightweight 1,049cc engine delivers the exhilarating acceleration that stand-up riders love, delivered more smoothly and manageably.

Feeding the TR-1 engine is a larger 5.0-gallon fuel tank that delivers plenty of range for the stand-up rider, and there is an easy-to-read Low Fuel meter placed conspicuously on the deck. 

And for novice riders, there is now an L-MODE® that reduces engine performance of the SuperJet to 85 percent or approximately 40 miles per hour. Low RPM Mode is activated and deactivated by pressing the engine stop/L-MODE button three times. 

The deck and hull of the new SuperJet are 7.5-inches longer, 3.2-inches wider, and 5.1- inches taller than the two-stroke SuperJet. Amazingly, the new four-stroke model is only a scant 69- pounds heavier than the two-stroke version.

The new deck features a three-position adjustable handle pole that can extend up to 50mm in length, race-inspired handlebars, and a wide padded foot tray with an integrated reboarding holder. 

All of Yamaha's 2021 product lines and accessories can be viewed at YamahaWaveRunners.com and YamahaBoats.com.

About Yamaha WaterCraft Group

Yamaha Boats and WaveRunner® personal watercraft are products of the Yamaha WaterCraft Group, a division of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. Headquartered in Kennesaw, Georgia, the Yamaha WaterCraft Group is responsible for the sales, marketing and distribution of Yamaha watercraft in the United States. For more information, please visit YamahaWaveRunners.com and YamahaBoats.com.