Choosing a Personal Watercraft
A personal watercraft is your key to summer fun! Chase the adrenaline, conquer the waves, and hit those top speeds. In the world of PWC, there are plenty of choices and models to choose from. We put together the following guide to help you narrow down your options. For all your personal watercraft needs, visit North County House of Motorcycles. You’ll find us in Vista, California.
Number of Passengers
Your first step is determining how many people you want on each personal watercraft. You could have everyone take their own PWC. But this will get expensive! Plus, not everyone is well-suited to operate their own personal watercraft (such as younger or older family members). Generally, you’ll want a PWC that can fit more than one passenger.
PWCs that fit multiple people will inevitably be larger and harder to handle models. These won’t run as fast or be as easy to handle. But they can take a few people out on the water and tow water sports enthusiasts. Some PWCs can fit up to four people, but most fit three (including the driver). One common feature is removable modular seating that transforms the back of your PWC into a larger swimming platform.
But maybe you don’t want to take along passengers. You dream of hitting the open waters alone. You set the pace. You design the journey. Enjoy the freedom that comes with riding alone. You can go with a shorter and narrower model that can only fit one passenger. It will pack the speed capacity and agility. These lend themselves better to tricks as well.
New or Used
Once you know the type of personal watercraft you seek, you can start looking at models. You’ll then need to decide if you want to buy new or used. A new PWC is appealing for many reasons. Obtain a personal watercraft when it is in peak condition. Get protection against manufacturing flaws through the new vehicle warranty. Usually, a new PWC will also bring the latest technology and features.
A used PWC also has some perks. The biggest one, of course, is the financial savings. You get to use depreciation in your favor. Once a new vehicle leaves the dealership, it starts losing value. The biggest decline happens during the first year. If you buy a used PWC that’s over a year old, you get to benefit from this dip. However, a used personal watercraft will not have the protection of a warranty. If anything breaks down, you’ll have to pay out of pocket. You’ll need to conduct careful research and inspection of any used PWC before you buy.
Features
Personal watercraft vehicles come with a range of amenities. You can opt for a basic model that gets you from point A to point B. The more basic model, the more affordable it will be.
But sometimes you want extra perks! A swimming platform lets you lay out in the sunshine and relax with the engine off. A charging bay gives your phone the juice you need to take all the photos and videos you want (or play your tunes as you ride). Waterproof storage keeps your valuables safe and sound. A Bluetooth-enabled sound system lets you enjoy your favorite songs as you ride. Research which amenities you want and find a personal watercraft model that fits.
Ready to scope out some personal watercraft models? Visit North County House of Motorcycles. Check out our supply of new and used PWC vehicles. Our friendly staff can help you find the right model for your lifestyle and budget. We proudly serve those in Vista and San Diego, California.