Kspeed Stage 1 Kawasaki Ultra 310R Review: The Watercraft Journal, EP. 75

The Watercraft Journal installs and reviews Kspeed's Stage 1 Performance Kit on a 2020 Kawasaki Ultra 310R. For the full story, more details and pictures, make sure to read the article here: watercraftjour...
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[@davidoden]

The Kawasaki green looks awesome

[@watercraftjournal]

You're in luck, because they ALWAYS use it.

[@davidoden]

@@watercraftjournal yes, yes, but it's on a Kawasaki and not a Yamaha. Lol

[@toddrankin5182]

This looks like a great way to ad a little speed and keep your dependability which is super important or open ocean rides. I’d like to see this set up in a STX 160 as well “Lightning” 👍😎

[@watercraftjournal]

Totally agree!

[@seatime674]

​​@@watercraftjournal Hello I've got the 2014 Ultra 310x I'm just looking to get it to 75 Mph I don't want or need any more low-end power can I just install the flashed ECU that removes the limiter and just call it a day versus changing out the Grate or anything else? TY...

[@Johnkim686]

The 310R is a great looking ski all it needs is electric reverse and analog dash!

[@watercraftjournal]

Agreed!

[@JuniorJr_23]

The sexiest watercraft on the planet.

[@watercraftjournal]

Yeah, there's no denying the looks of the Ultra!

[@dcptiv]

mine eats 120l or 32gal per hr at full throttle. I do have bigger fuel pump & boost with Kspeed ecu

[@watercraftjournal]

Yup, that sounds about right.

[@jasonrichards3985]

Is the pulley a big improvement

[@KevinLambguitar]

I really like how it looks. I appreciate you doing this vid, if I went with a Kawi this would be the way I would go if I could get it. $900 U. S. Is highly reasonable.

[@watercraftjournal]

And to think what 75mph used to cost in 2010.

[@KevinLambguitar]

The Watercraft Journal Or in 1995! I paid Watercraft Magic $7000 (in 1995 dollars) just to get an XP “Mel Miller’d” so it would do 65!

[@seatime674]

​@@watercraftjournal Hello I heard these 310's have pre detonation issues, premium pump gas where I'm at is 90-91 should I add octane booster to bring it to about 93 or higher?. I have a bone stock 310x no mods?

[@bmweverything5017]

Hi there and nice ski love it.. Where did you get the KAW310 number? Thank you.

[@watercraftjournal]

Not sure what you're asking for.

[@bmweverything5017]

@@watercraftjournal found it no worries.. Thank you for your response though.

[@chriscarhart1367]

2018 Kawasaki 310R… sometimes when on cruise control it’ll just randomly cut out? Why is that happening? Almost flew over the handlebars the other day going like 35 standing up and it cut out without me moving me finger off the throttle

[@dreww9305]

I have a 2020 310LX, love it! I just wish they would upgrade the stereo to Bluetooth and make it more powerful so you can hear it at higher speeds. Hey Kevin, any idea if they will upgrade this soon?? Thanks 👍

[@watercraftjournal]

Weird. The 2020 Jetsound system SHOULD have Bluetooth capability as the STX 160LX has it. (We had one for a year. Worked great.)

[@dreww9305]

@@watercraftjournal yep the six had it but this is still the old system on the 310lx. No Bluetooth 👎👎👎

[@dreww9305]

Yep the new 160lx has it is what that was meant to say!

[@watercraftjournal]

Gotcha. Then we'd expect the 2021's to have the upgraded system. We'll reach out to Kawi for confirmation.

[@dreww9305]

@@watercraftjournal that’s great, thanks! Thinking about taking it to the local sound shop that upgraded my truck stereo to see how they could make it better. Maybe we could upgrade the amp and put a couple more waterproof speakers where the mirrors are!?!? 👍👍

[@andreww4885]

Just ordered my stage 1 Kspeed Kit....stoked!!👍👍😎😎. Thanks Watercraft Journal!

[@watercraftjournal]

Hope you enjoy it! Make sure you told 'em WCJ sent ya!

[@rollnrush]

How do you like the Kspeed upgrade? What's your trip speed? I have a 2021 ultra 310x

[@andreww4885]

@@rollnrush killer man!! It’s awesome! So much quicker and handles better. Have only had it out once yet so anxious to get more time in the saddle. The Speedo stills stops at 67MPH which confused me at first since it felt so much quicker. Contacted Jamie at Kspeed and he told me that the Speedo doesn’t go higher. Jamie at Kspeed is awesome, the kit came quickly and when you have questions he gets right back to you! Great product and great service! I say the upgrade is worth it man!

[@rollnrush]

@@andreww4885 thank you. I'm seriously considering the Kspeed. Weighing my options. My 2021 Ultra is aggressive stock.Kspeed upgrade sounds like BEASTMODE!

[@andreww4885]

@@rollnrush yes sir, I’m not surprised you do...I love mine! They are awesome machines. That supercharger whine is addictive! Yes, the ultra 310’S are awesome stock but the Kspeed really helps bring out their potential! 👍. I say do it man!

[@maurob5519]

I really like this sky jet, but reversing is a very bad thing, I buy it right away when they reverse like sea-doo and yamaha

[@watercraftjournal]

Hopefully Kawasaki will join the rest with a new reverse system.

[@joeysprojects9081]

So im about to buy another 310. Will this void my warranty?

[@watercraftjournal]

Yes! Messing with your ECU will ALWAYS void your warranty.

[@Steven-xj2rf]

When are we going to see Kevin on one?

[@watercraftjournal]

Unless our travel budget suddenly quadruples and Australia's insane leadership backs off of its COVID restrictions, we won't see Kevin flying to Brisbane anytime soon.

[@redeyejedi6271]

Now i can justify being up this late. Thanks Kevin!

[@watercraftjournal]

You and me both, Jedi! -K

[@CSibbSubaru]

What octane is required for this tune?

[@watercraftjournal]

91-93

[@dreww9305]

Is this easy to install yourself??

[@watercraftjournal]

Very much so!

[@dreww9305]

@@watercraftjournal thanks! Emailed them tonight and they have already gotten back to me. Impressive! The only thing that sucks is that shipping times are behind because of Covid and my ski will have to be down to ship them my ECU. ☹️. They can’t exchange right now because of low stock 🤷‍♂️😩😭

[@watercraftjournal]

Ugh yeah, that's gonna be a problem we didn't consider.

[@dreww9305]

@@watercraftjournal another question for you, sorry to take up your time. I sent you a message on Instagram as well. Would it be just as good to buy the Riva Racing limiter bypass to get the extra power out of it or would you suggest to get the Kspeed kit for over double the cost?

[@watercraftjournal]

Kevin says he answered you.

[@fawazalfarhan6259]

how much top speed before and after?

[@watercraftjournal]

LITERALLY READ THE ARTICLE.

[@1776FREE2]

@@watercraftjournal 168 vids, 11K subs, & NO LESS than FOUR killer vids w/ over 100k views! Woot woot! You Rock Kevin!! HOW did you managed to build such an influential and popular channel with those impressive stats in only 7 YEARS man?! It’s probably because you’re always so helpful (and never pompous) answering Q’s even to the stupid newbies and (dumb) people that have more important things to do than watch every rambling 2 HOUR+ video that could’ve conveyed the same information and 20 minutes. SUBBED!Keep up the good work!

[@caseywilson5812]

Sea doo ad in the beginning

[@watercraftjournal]

And?

[@caseywilson5812]

@@watercraftjournal seems funny.

[@caseywilson5812]

I never see Kawasaki adds ever.

[@sorendk1]

But wheres the Great White radar, sea snake guards and other deadly critter repellents?!? Sorry, just watched a big blue video and now I wouldn't dip a single toe in Australian open waters for a million $$$ ^o^

[@watercraftjournal]

LOL! Australian oceans? Heck, we're scared of their public restrooms. Have you seen the spiders they've got?!

[@sorendk1]

Haha, suddenly wintercold Scandinavia isnt that bad ;) Thanks for the vids btw :)