My Water Rocket
Posted on May 14th 2015
A new type jet ski is so fast that people who have ridden it say it feel like your arms are being pulled off. The Black Edition 360 Sea-Doo has a top speed of 80 mph and is as powerful as a Mustang GT, according to its manufacturers. It is faster and more nimble than any other jet ski made. The ultimate special edition has a total of 360 horsepower.
However, so much power does not come cheap. Adrenaline junkies will have to splash out $25,000 to ride waves this fast. The limited production run of one hundred jet skis are expected to be sold to wealthy customers including Arab billionaires. Designers say they have even received a request to repaint one of the jet skis to match the new owner's yacht
Although the Black Edition 360 is not technically the fastest-ever jet ski in a straight line, the makers claim its power while turning makes it the fastest overall so that it will not be beaten on any race course. If you want to thrash everyone else on the lake or pose at the beach, this is the one for you.
Earlier this month a Californian company called WaterCar has designed the world's fastest Jeep-style vehicle that can be driven straight from the land into the water and goes from a car to a boat in just 15 seconds. Called the Panther, the vehicle can reach water speeds of up to 45mph - almost as fast as an average speedboat - and is fitted with a custom-made 3.7L V6 engine, fiberglass hull and lightweight chrome alloy steel chassis. The amphibious vehicle is based on a Jeep CJ8 Scrambler and is also capable of reaching speeds of 80mph on land.
THE BLACK EDITION 360 SKI-DOO'S SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Rotax 1500cc 4 Tec engine
Engine management: 158 Mapped ECU for improved acceleration and top speed
Handling: 158 Performance
Steering: Lowered race steering system and handlebars - for a lower center of gravity and improved handling
Onboard: 158 performance mat kit and seat for extra grip and comfort
Exhaust: Free flow sports exhaust
Graphics: Unique Black Edition 360 Graphics kit
Price: $25,000 (extra for a carbon race seat)
Technology for this type of jet ski came from military testing with the Navy SEALS who were looking for the best beach assault vehicles with the quickest getaway potential. Bomb placement specialists also needed a way to get clear of enemy ships after putting mines on the ship’s hull. This James Bond style jet ski is now available commercially. We can’t wait to see what price the first used ones start selling for online!
No doubt a quality jet ski such as this would sell best on MotorsHiFi.com.
You can always educate yourself about all-terrain vehicles and other motor vehicle technology on the MotorsHiFi site, located on the web at www.motorshifi.com. Here you can go to get your dream vehicle.