Firstly, welcome to the channel! Thanks for taking the time to watch-every bit of support helps a lot. Sorry, dude, that this video didn’t hit the mark for you. Objectively speaking, this video did cover quite a bit, including how the JetBlaster compares to the Spark, referencing old promo material, specs, and at the time (5 months ago) I was showing what was need material i.e. imagery, videos etc, giving an initial look at what was hot off the press at the time. In the UK, we’re only now just seeing JetBlasters arrive at dealerships. My plan is to get my bum in the seat of one so I can dig deeper. One thing to keep in mind is that, objectively, the PRO is the only truly comparable model to the TRIXX in a like-for-like comparison, which is why I focused on that machine. That said, if you rewatch, I do reference and explain that there are four models. Could I have gone deeper? Sure. But to me, the main focus was on the top-tier variants-the TRIXX for the Spark and the PRO for the JetBlaster. Thanks for watching dude, check out my older 2 stroke content ✌✌

I have to say, objectively, the Sparks are pretty damn reliable. I have buddies with 400+ hours, and all they do is routine servicing. If you compare that to '90s 2-strokes, it's definitely a step forward in that regard. That said, I would still rather take my old 2-strokes for their inherent low-end pull, which is just unmatched in the smaller crafts out there today. You have to go ahead and spend stupid money on an RXP to get true performance, at which point you're riding a boat... I hear what you're saying-Yamaha does make reliable skis-but I have to say, I have nine classic Sea-Doos, and they have all been pretty bombproof. I think a lot of owners neglect skis in general, regardless of brand. Thanks for watching and for your take on it! By the way, I have the '03 XP DI, and it's always been an on-the-button, great machine. That said, most prefer the carb version due to the reasons you noted.

Don't we all brother, dont we all... so much fun. Thanks for watching ✌

You’re right-I don’t think the X4s are underrated, but for sure most Polaris are.... The X4s are pretty well known for being such great hulls to ride. For me, it’s more a case of what I’ve been missing as I'm late the game riding and experience all these hull design... As for Polaris, never say never, man. If anything clean comes up, I’ll study it as a potential buy. The issue with Polaris is that I just don’t have the knowledge and understanding. You typically don’t see the same demand or value for those models, as even back then, the demand was for the golden trio-Yamaha, Sea-Doo, and Kawasaki. With 30 years removed, this is even more apparent. A clean X4 holds its value to this day. A clean Polaris SLX 785 PRO would be a marvel to me, as I appreciate it as a classic, but for the greater audience of these classics, there’s no real demand for one as most want the X4s/Blaster etc. Thanks for watching and supporting the channel man...

@ I would love if someone did a review on SLX735 pro similar to this video. I’ve been looking for an SLX pro for long time but they never come up for sale in my area. However, I am in the works of making a video restoration of a SLT 700.

Assim, os reboques no Reino Unido têm a suspensão pressionada no eixo. Não é de forma alguma uma suspensão adequada, mas sim um amortecedor de compressão de borracha prensada que funciona em conjunto com o eixo flexível... Funciona bem. Obrigado por assistir! Espero que meu Google Tradutor tenha funcionado bem - ahaha! Mantenha o clássico vivo

Я знаю точно! Они окрашивают воду, потому что содержат добавку, отпугивающую сорняки. Отличное место для катания на гидроцикле. Спасибо за просмотр

Man I love this 😍 Glad it got you excited to get out on it mate... summer is coming, I cant wait.... this time of year I only ride a handful of times on the spark... everything else is winterised as the old stuff hates the cold. Nice man, yes I ski down Southampton a few times a year, so far I have only taken the spark and GSX... but would be epic to take the 1995 out there. Thanks for watching dude 🙌✌

I know right, they nailed it this year… that green is fire 🔥🔥🔥 thanks for watching dude 🙏

Nice man, jelly 😂 I’m still looking for a clean 1996 787 x4… love it mate, share me some pics when you can, would love to see it. Thanks for supporting and watching 🙏👍

@ will definitely share some pic…I’m glad I found your channel

@ how can I share some pic on here

I know right!!! Stunning, bring back the neon colours for sure… thanks for watching 🙏👍

Thanks, man for watching. I really appreciate your thoughts! Like you, I agree that if you bring a 951 into the mix, the Spark struggles-but that's the whole point right now....It's why so many Spark riders are saying, "Give us a 130hp Spark!" Then we could truly compare apples to apples. Back in the day, the 951s (I have a carb GSX Ltd 951 and an XP DI 951) were putting out 130hp, so it's not really a fair comparison. That's why I paired it against the 717, which has relatively similar horsepower and, as a result, presents a more interesting matchup. I'd actually be more interested in putting something like a 951 up against my 1100 Raider. I do agree the Spark doesn't have many performance advantages-apart from weight, wheelies, and wave jumping. For those things, I'd pick it over a 951, particularly because the front-mounted XP parabolic V-engine design struggles to lift the nose like a Spark can. But yes, a lot of the appeal of the Spark is around accessibility for riders. I 1000% agree-big, compliant machines are killing the sport. That's why I want them to bring back a true XP 130 or GSX. The Spark is great, but 90hp just doesn't cut it, and the mods aren't meaningful enough to justify spending £££ for marginal gains. I'm keen to test the new JetBlaster this year. Thanks for watching, dude!

​@@classicjetskis I follow that you're comparing the Spark to 951-based machines but in my opinion, there's a glaring whole in your analysis.....the 787 X4. It is *THE* supreme 2T argument, for this particular size and weight-class. I also appreciate that you are comparing similar HP in your video, and I'm not discounting that point - it is an interesting and logical take on the matter. My point is that in the broad discussion of then vs now (and I think we agree on this), "What we had..." is a matter of power-to-weight. Let me add that I've had several hulls; Yamaha, Kawasaki, Sea Doo....but what made a convert and *fan* of Sea Doo was the first time I rode a '96XP. It was an instant love affair. Furthermore, I must disagree on the jumping nod you gave to the Spark. Nothing beats a 787 X4 for jumping waves. The Parabolic is fine, but with the engine out front, it's just a different tool. Likewise, for the weight and size of the GSX, a magnificent machine but really not a "great" jumper. I have both....and I love them....but they are nowhere, and I mean *NO WHERE* in league with the 787 X4, in jumping...or smile factor, for that matter. There are two machines that I personally believe will change your entire perspective on the old/new argument, the 787 X4 (surprise, right? lol) and the often-forgotten HX. There are simply no modern equivalents. I keep these two machines on their own double trailer, ready to go, because I still can't choose between which is "better", on any given day. Stay wet and keep up your videos!

​@@bigpapapump8418 Dude, I totally hear you and agree with everything you’re saying. I think the reason my perspective might seem incomplete, as you mentioned, is because I can’t really comment on the 787 96 since I don’t have one, nor have I ever ridden one. My real-world experience is mostly with the 951 & 717 vs the Spark. Like you, I totally understand why everyone talks about the 787 as the holy grail of Seadoo and a proven race machine, and I’m definitely on the hunt for a clean one-when I get my hands on one, I’m sure I’ll get the full experience. For now, though, my main point of comparison is between the 717 and the 951. I have a blast jumping my 717 XP, which is on the same X4 hull as the 1996 787 XP model, but in my opinion (don’t come at me, haha), the Spark is just a bit better than the 717 because of the VTS extended bucket. It’s so light, and the throttle response is instant, like fly-by-wire vs. mechanical. More power in the 787 would probably close the gap, if not surpass it, but there’s really no match for the extended VTS in terms of getting the nose up-unless you start heavily modding the older machines. I’ve found the best way to get the nose up on the X4, but it’s more a case of spinning it and using strength to get it up. My love for the old-school jetskis comes from the power-to-weight ratio and the fact that 2-strokes are just inherently cool... But now that I also own a Spark, I can objectively appreciate what it does well. Here’s my take: on the lake, around a course, the 787 would beat a Spark, as would the 951 GSX or XP. For wave jumping, though, I’d say it’s more subjective and depends on personal preference. What I’m really interested to see is a comparison between the 787 and the 951, especially regarding the parabolic V... the front-mounted engine for buoy riding-that setup is epic. The GSX, for me, is a better version of the RX, same hull I believe. I really enjoy blitzing that across chop. As you said, it's okay for wave jumping, but I would still pick the 717 or Spark over it. As for the parabolic, I never really wave jump with that, as like I said before, it’s a better cornering lake ski. What I love about my Spark is that it’s opened up a whole new way of riding for me-summer days with Meg jumping on the back, and we can cruise for miles for just £30. But if I’m heading to the lake and want to really push performance, I’m going with my 951. And I’m sure once I get my hands on a 787, that’s going to be right up there with the rest too. Thanks for watching, dude.

Biased? Where have you been you fool 🤷‍♂️🤣-I have both Yamahas and Sea-Doos. I own a Blaster and a WaveRaider, and I love both brands. I literally just finished filming a 2025 JetBlaster video because I was tempted by it. Honestly, be informed before writing nonsense. But I guess I should expect this from a zero-subscriber, zero-video account that's clearly just here to troll. I make content for people to enjoy and cover lots of different skis. What do you do (besides use ChatGPT to generate an odd profile picture)? Thanks for the view, though-it helps my channel. 😂✌

Hi mate, so full disclosure, the HX has been a labor of love getting it 101% OEM and perfect, so I have no interest whatsoever in risking racing it. If I were to race, it would be via me and Dad buying a beat-up XP X4 hull or maybe another HX, and then working with some of my good friends who build race boats to create a race-spec boat. A stock 717 isn’t going to set the world alight. With all these skis, it’s about the purist approach for me-'finding, restoring, and then riding and enjoying'-but importantly, I always respect the fact that to keep my machines as clean as they are, you have to rotate and not abuse them. I wish I was around in the 90s to have one of these models and ride it like I do my Spark. I ride my Spark hard as there’s 0 fear factor there, and it’s easy to get parts and fix. Sure people say its easy to fix an old XP, which it is if you don't have care for the level of OEM and how original/clean mine are... Its hard to explain what I mean....I do love riding my X4, so I’m hoping this HX becomes a favourite for me. I want to take it to Tattershall this year, so I’m getting a move on to finish the last bits. I finally managed to pick up a NOS OEM tach for the second slot, as I’ve done the upgrades you could get from dealers back in the 90s. I had to find certain wiring to get it all to work, not to mention the fuel sender, oil sender, etc. Thanks for watching dude, as I said before, thanks for the patience from everyone waiting on next EP for the HX series, fingers crossed I will have 3 EPs that will go on one after the other...

Epic, glad it helped, dude 👌 The part is called an 'IBR Guard,' and the part number is '268000189.' Hope this helps, dude. As I said though, mate, the guard is a bit pathetic really, but if you’re like me and like things to be OEM, it makes sense, as it's about a $40 part. Thanks for watching, buddy.

@@classicjetskishey mate what are the part numbers for the left and right trim piece cheers

Wow, such a detailed critique! I’ll make sure to implement your extensive expertise in my future videos. It’s especially inspiring coming from someone with 0 subs, no videos, and nothing but keyboard-warrior energy. Meanwhile, I’ve got 9 pristine, on-the-button examples-what are you doing for the classics? Where’s your content? Sounds like jealousy to me… now that’s embarrassing. 😂

@ ahaah ok. 30 yrs of freestyle on my side. good luck. i dont need content to boost my ego classicjerkski: oh ya trust me… not jealous at all. go ride something that requires some skill. ahahahaah!

@@mattyj2139 bless 😂 you mean you have 30 years of keyboard warrior freestyling… only thing you have ever ridden is coat tails of others content, you 'don’t need content to boost your ego', yet you need to comment nonsense on KZbin 🤣🤣Get a grip and do something of value 🤷‍♂ The great news is all comments boost engagement for the channel, so hilariously inadvertently your comments only help my videos. As for riding something that requires skill, again clearly you don’t have a clue… the x4 are renowned from the 90s as a more technical ride… I also don’t recall saying in the video I was a freestyle rider… I would love to see a video on your channel of your amazing freestyle 🙄🙄

That’s an interesting insight, dude, as it makes a lot of sense-a 717 vs. a 787 is a good performance bump. My understanding is that the 717 has a 4-mount engine base plate, vs. the 3 on a 787? I could be wrong, but I did consider putting a 787 in my clean 717 95 XP 717. I opted against it in the end as I wanted it completely original. With the HX, do the mounts need to be modified to fit a 787, as my 96 HX has the 717 which looks the same as my 1995 XP 717... so at this stage assume its a 4 mount setup in the HX also unless the base plate is different between the HX and XP 717? Interesting with the Blaster, as I’m sure a lot of people, after the fact, put 1100 Raider/Kaw 1100 engines in? Assuming this was over the 1000cc limit for that series or something? I’ve heard the Blaster with a 1100 is wild! One of my followers put a 1100 Kaw into an HX also. Not sure if you can fit a 951 in an HX, but I’m excited and would love to hear more about the implications of putting a 787 in an HX, i.e., pump upgrades needed for flow, engine mounts, etc. Thanks for watching.

I must say, the RXP/RXT in sand and red has grown on me after seeing some content start to come out on it. But as for the Spark, I still think it looks like baby sick... the blue is nice, but sand on flat/matte Polytec is a bad combo. It's clear as day that the focus was on the HPC and then they just carried the color down lazily, instead of having dedicated colors. In any case, the main issue is the lack of the Spark X. I would swallow the naff color and just wrap it if we got the 130-170hp Spark. Thanks for watching.

Yeah, I hear you, man. I saw the SX-R 160 and my initial draw to it was the excitement of thinking they had attempted to draw comparisons to the OG X2 from the ’80s-’90s. In reality, though, after digging into it, like you say, it’s essentially a stand-up SXR with a fixed steering setup, so it doesn’t fully replicate the X2. Plus, from my understanding, it’s bigger than the X2, right? (as are all new gen standups)... IMO-and I don’t claim to know a lot about stand-ups and freestyle-this is a completely different lane again from the light sit-down skis like the Spark and JetBlaster, because they are sit-downs. A stand-up is always going to be a stand-up and will always have its targeted market. When I saw the SX-R, I just thought, "Why would you buy this over just going full stand-up?" You’ll be that guy at the lake with the 'stabilizers' on... IMO, a faster Spark or JetBlaster is needed to bring back the true ’90s sit-down spirit. I don’t think, in the ’90s, people were saying an X2 was a comparable option to the X4s, right? Super tricky... I do like your thought process, though. A stand-up is probably more fun, but then when you want to put a mate on the back or go out all day wave-jumping, that’s where a sit-down comes into its own. I don’t want to open that can of worms, though... ggggg stand-up vs. sit-down... Thanks for watching!

Dude, I feel your frustration! Seadoo had such an easy win if they’d just slapped a more powerful engine in and called it a day. Sometimes it feels like they overthink things when the answer is right there, you know? That said, I do appreciate some of the modern tweaks they try to bring, but man, the classics had soul that’s hard to beat. Thanks for watching!

Mate, 16 skis and still going strong at 76? Absolute legend status right there! Trading the Spark for a Jet Blaster PRO sounds like an solid option, although its is the first year, might be good to see how they hold up in the first year, especially if you’re hitting those big boat wakes. The Blaster’s playful handling is going to be a blast for the kind of riding you’re into. Thanks for watching!

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I working on it... @seadoo! Thanks for watching ✌

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I just love the way they ride. Insanely fun!

Great choice! I’ve got a Blaster 2 myself, and it’s such a fun machine to ride. It’s light, nimble, and just so responsive-perfect for carving up the water and having a blast. For maintenance, you don’t need to stress too much. Just keep an eye on the carb, check the fuel system, and make sure everything’s running smoothly. For parts, eBay and Yamaha-specific forums are great places to find what you need. Plus, there’s a good community of Blaster owners online, so you can get tips and recommendations for parts from others who are deep into their Blaster builds. And yeah, the Blaster 2 is a beautiful machine-definitely one of those skis that’s a blast to ride every time! Thanks for watching!

@@classicjetskis thank you !

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Totally agree, mate! Yamaha's Superjet is a classic, and it’s tough to beat the feel of that old-school 2-stroke. They’re light, powerful, and just so much fun to ride-especially when you’re carving through the water or hitting big air. The 4-stroke versions are great for reliability and power, but there’s something about the raw, responsive power of a 2-stroke that just can’t be replicated. Yamaha definitely nailed it with the 2-stroke Superjet, and I’d love to see them bring it back. It’d be awesome to see them modernize it while keeping that iconic feel. The 2-stroke tech still holds up, and there’s a lot of demand from the community to see that old-school vibe return! Thanks for watching!

Mate, the X4 hull is an absolute gem-such a legendary design for carving and fun on the water! A ‘96 SPX with a 717? Dude, that’s an awesome project. Once you get it out for that first ride, you’ll feel all the 90s vibes come rushing back. Enjoy every second of it, and let us know how it rips! Thanks for watching!

@classicjetskis thank you, I'll keep you posted, it's going slow but absolutely exciting!

100% buddy, keen to get a SU now...Thanks for watching ✌🙌

A XP is better IMO 😉Thanks for watching

Sure dude I will see what I can do, if I can get my hands on the archive VHS footage I will do it for sure. Thanks for watching

@@classicjetskis Thanks bro!

😊🤣 Lots of times doing it, you get used to it... plus my Dad is super strong. Thanks for watching

Dude, what a find! That’s like uncovering a time capsule from the golden era of jetskis. An OCD owner with all the extras still in original packaging? Man, that’s collector gold right there! And only 6.5 hours? That ski’s basically still in its break-in phase. Sounds like you’ve got a real gem on your hands-treat it well and enjoy those classic vibes. Stoked you found the channel, mate, and hope you enjoy the rest of the vids! Thanks for watching!

Nice, man! Love the Carb XPs. I actually have 5 NOS OEM covers-2 are the matching yellow and black for your year XP, 2 are multicolor designs (purple/red & yellow). This design was made to work with any of the years from 1997-2004, hence the array of colors in the design, and the other is a neutral grey and black, which also fits from 1997-2004. This cover was made in 2007 to retrofit, hence the neutral color. All are brand new in the box. Regarding the red one you referenced, I think you’re confusing it with the XPDI cover that went with the 2003-2004 XP, which I have as well (since I have a 2003 XPDI). But it’s not intended to pair with the carb models (1997-2002). Check out this video-this is the cover I think you mean: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o3PRn2eebraGr7M&ab_channel=ClassicJetskis. While the red one will fit your 2001 (since the final-gen XP ran from 1997-2004, and the top deck is the same for all those years), it’s not the right color to match your ski, as yours is yellow. If you’re interested, reach out via FB or IG. Thanks for watching!

Man, this made me laugh... This must be every Sea-Doo fan's best trash talk, right? I really need to dig into how the hell they ended up with such a diverse product portfolio... Wild, really. I mean, thank God they made PWCs too, because without them, there would be no B1, no Raider, and no SuperJet... I know zero about the flutes, though. Aha. Thanks for watching!

Sounds like you have had some good skis, mate. The parabolic V hull, which is what the final-gen XP had (1997-2004), was designed for the lake to be a cornering ski, hence the front-mounted engine. It's not great for chop or wave jumping. The GSX, IMO, is a much better version of the RX. I believe the RX (which came later than the GSX) was the same hull as the GSX but just had a bigger top deck, plus the added weight of things like reverse. I rode both the carb and DI RX. It's obviously the same engine as the GSX, which is the 951cc. IMO, I always preferred the power delivery via injection vs. carb, but I do love the GSX for wave jumping. Thanks for watching, and check out my vlog at SouthPopn, where I took the GSX wave jumping.

Ah, 1995-what a year for innovation, mate! A sheet of paper and a dream turned into something legendary. That direct action suspension system was ahead of its time, adding a whole new dynamic to riding. It’s wild to think how much creativity and engineering came out of that era-no wonder we’re still obsessed with these classics today. Thanks for watching, dude!

The raider is a beast for sure but a boat compared, I love my raider but have a feeling the HX will be on another level of rider input... thanks for watching dude 💪✌

Man that sucks but these things happen.... can't wait to get out on mine... thanks for watching dude ✌

@classicjetskis a found that if you take the rotary cover intake off and change it out for a seadoo xp single carb set up with the fuel primer built into it and single carb intake box same power out put

The HX is for sure is a more acquired taste ski, even back in the day, so makes sense that you haven't seen one... As I said, since it was only around for a short time, not many realize how iconic this was. By all accounts, one of the best rider skis out there. Thanks for watching, dude 💪

Nice man, love this... sounds like great times... I just picked up a brand-new OEM NOS cover for my HX. Thanks for watching, dude ✌

Thanks, man! I have a load of VHS videos I converted to MP4. Back in the day, Seadoo would send out promo videos. Not much content around that said, but it’s a good way to get archived footage... so cool to see. Thanks for watching 💪✌

Mate, I love this! I did put the @credit with the clip... Hope you don’t mind it being in the video. May I say, your footage really helped show the period-correct riding. Thanks for watching!

@ Thank you sir. I appreciate what you are doing with the old 2-strokes. I just wished that you used better footage of me… ha ha!

I love doing wheelies on my Spark 😉

For sure, the HX has a distinctive look, and I can kind of see how it could maybe share some design cues from a dolphin, Seadoo did really lean into this kind of theming back then... I can’t wait to ride mine... shame the HX didn’t hit the mark for you, dude. Most say it was incredible, but just hard to master. Thanks for watching 💪

Interesting, man. From all the people I spoke to for sources on this video, including the guys racing these back in the day, this is what I heard also... that the HX was slightly more capable. That said, there are others that say the other way... always the way, right? Thanks for watching ✌

Thanks, man! I know, right? I want a B1 also. Love my B2, but the B1 is meant to be on a whole other level... can't wait. Thanks for watching dude 💪