Sea Doo Switch Maiden Voyage - Episode 141 - Sea Doo Adventures

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Welcome to Sea Doo Adventures - Episode 141 - Sea Doo Switch Maiden Voyage.
In this video we are going to be taking the Switch out for its maiden voyage and start the 10 hr break in. We are down on Lake Erie with some good friends and just head out on the water to have some fun and see what the switch is all about. We make it to Port Colburn for some lunch and then you will need to see part 2 for when we take the Switch into some rapids on the Niagara River so look out for that but for now hope you enjoy this video Cheers!
Just want to say hi and thanks to all the new subscribers that have come on board and to all that have been here for a while Thank You All !! Cheers!
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[@shottown911]

I loved this entire video. Great job!!

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

Thank you very much!

[@CYBRCDZEN]

see that. hes happy. yup we love our toys we dont need much. thanks for the video

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

You got that right! Thanks so much for watching cheers!

[@rickanderson1398]

Well, that was certainly a big surprise. Looking forward to your 2023 Switch adventures.

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

LOL got ya but no still have the GTX and will be using that for a lot of the videos. This is more for the family and friend to get out on the water a bit more this summer. Well, plus a few adventure videos on it for sure !

[@markhuston9250]

Another “real” instalment from you Mark! I’m having living my Switch experiences vicariously thru you. Thank you

[@markhuston9250]

Sorry about my dumb thumbs. Last line should have read “I’m having to live my Switch…………

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

Lol ya just want to show how things really go now and then. Well come along should be a fun summer for sure!

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

LOL no worries at all I got you !

[@NigelHay]

The footage on the lake of the Switch was excellent

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

It sure was looks really nice out there! thanks for helping get that footage and looking forward to seeing your take on the day!

[@MayooN]

Wow Finally she is on the water !!! Glad you all had fun !!!

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

Oh ya and it was a blast very cool unit looking forward to see what it can do but for now been great to get the family out on the water with it so that has been great!

[@MayooN]

@@MarkForrestAdventures Nice on your next video if you can post the modular seats and the configurations of seating and with all the seats up etc etc it will be great !

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

Nice yes will do a bit more in depth look at the seating area next time I am out. Wont be in part 2 but will bring it up in the next one. Also if there are any other question please let me know. Cheers!

[@LifeWithKernelLee]

Love this watercraft. Great video👍🏻

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

Thanks so much! ya it is a great one for sure lots of fun!

[@georgemarquis3166]

Great to see you out on the switch.

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

Thanks was fun to finally get out on it!

[@denisesimpson969]

I love it. Congratulations ❤

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

Ah thanks so much!!

[@bradz7]

Looks unreal, mate. Great to see it has cruise. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

Cheers! yes man I tell you that has to be one of the best parts of the whole thing. I am so happy that is there been using it all the time now. Wish they had it on the GTX would be a game changer! I know they have the trolling one but that maxed out at 15 kph really need this one to help with those longer rides.

[@coldfire2812]

We have had our Switch for a good amount of time 18-230, love it! BUT the Garmen included SUCKS, not even a depth finder. Just installed the transducer for depth. and it shuts off over 15 MPH!!!! under 15 MPH it kicks back on. Garmin, very disappointed.....

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

Oh wow that sucks I have the Garmin as well but no depth on it at this time. Strange that it would cut out like that. I have it on my GTX with the depth finder and it works just fine at speed. I will look into that on the switch and if I find anything will let you know.

[@coldfire2812]

Unfortunately thats how its built, if you get one find another one but make sure it operates at cruising speeds. I will be spending more money to replace next year@@MarkForrestAdventures

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

Oh yes for sure will be looking to make sure it works at speed thanks for the heads up on that.

[@KeenEye]

nice vid! looking forward to that lounge chair :D

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

Lol thanks so much! yep wont be long now till you are out there ripping around and chilling! its a lot of fun you will really like it.

[@edwardbughiuc100]

no washroom, no shower, no sink, no bed ,not fully enclosed and 8 times the price of my 28' cruiser that has all that

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

All true but really not meant for that kind of boating they are more for the take the family out for a day but still have that jet ski fun in there. As for price yes compared to a 28 ft cruiser it can be up there for sure, but put up against a high end pontoon boat that can be over 100K they are not bad at 30K. Plus these are like a dip your toe into boating kind of boat and if you like it then I would see them selling and moving up to what you have a nice 28 ft cruiser with all the comfort you have. Same thing they are doing with the sea doo start you at a Spark and end up at a GTX limited and then move on to the big boats with more the comfort. Thanks so much for checking out the video and for reaching out all the best Cheers!

[@bobsokoloski9559]

8 times is more than a little off. You really can get a 28' for 5k??? You've been drinking the bong water again haven't you.

[@bobsokoloski9559]

Or you can't do math!

[@bobsokoloski9559]

Dude shoot me the link for the 28' cruiser with all that for 5k, I want 1.

[@jeffallen5871]

@@bobsokoloski9559 I’m guessing he has like a 1986 model or something… Notice he doesn’t mention how much $$$$ he invested in maintenance, repairs etc.

[@craighudson4382]

Looks Awesome Mark . A great addition to the fleet , especially if you want to take 3 or more out for a day on the water.

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

Thanks Craig! lol yes I have really enjoyed it so far and yes your are right been great to take some friends and family out and see how fun it is.

[@doug.mac.macgregor]

Try the lower river, its awesome on a Switch.

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

In part 2 I take it under the Peace Bridge and those little rapids and that was so much fun and it had no problems at all. Those lower river rapids would be crazy with it LOL

[@edwardalarie443]

Another great video Mark. Or is it Captain Mark now. LOL. Love your new Switch. Hopefully, my new Explorer Pro is ready to pick up next week? The ice just came off the lakes up here in Timmins area. Looking like a great summer.👍

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

Thank you so much Edward! lol Captain I like that LOL yes it is great had it out a few times and has just been fantastic! Ah nice lets hope it does and when you get it you have to let me know what you think all about it for sure! That's great the ice is now out, how is night hawke lake I bet it would be great to explore! going to be a fun one for sure all the best Cheers!

[@pezpengy9308]

neato! wish we could buy those out in hawaii.

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

Really they do not have them out there you would think they would be great there! well do hope they bring them out there soon for you guys! Also thanks for checking out the video and reaching out do appreciate that all the best cheers!

[@johnsolas81]

Now I’m deciding whether to get a Can Am motorcycle or this one first

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

That is a tough call. I also have a Ryker 900 and I love it as well. Good luck picking but either way it’s a win.

[@Junkpusher77]

Seems like an odd fit for you but I’m excited to see how it turns out!

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

This one is more for the family and being able to get them out on the water. Now in that it is a great unit so far quite fun! Don't you worry still have the GTX and still going to be doing lots of exploring.

[@theoldshooter9011]

Is there a recommended break in procedure where you pull so many rpm's for so long then increase? On both my John boat and Crest 22ft pontoon tritoon there was a strict break in procedure or kiss the warrantee goodbye.

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

There is not a strict break in procedure but more to get the best from your engine to ensure no issues down the like. So for an SeaDoo there is the 10 hour break in. All you are to do is never have it at any higher RPM for to long and to keep on switching from low just putting around to med and then to high and then back it back down to low again. Then as you get closer to the 10 hrs you can run it longer at the higher RPM's. Then after the 10 hour mark get the oil changed and have them check that everything is tight and you should be good to go. Thanks for the question hope this helps. All the best Cheers!

[@UncleBildo]

I'm torn on the cover. So much cash for what ya get, and then you either have a mooring cover or a facemask for towing..... would love a full cover that was trailerable! May extend the bimini out this weekend, so far, have wanted every bit of sun we could get

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

I got both and will say don't bother with the Mooring cover not worth it. I just wash the deck and seats down and all good. I do like the towing one have already seen the rocks it has taken up here so I like that and not hard at all to put on. I would like to maybe find something to just cover the driver console you know. I hear you nice to leave it closed to get all the spring sun but is great open I like it. Well have some fun out there this weekend Cheers!

[@UncleBildo]

@@MarkForrestAdventures I looked at 'em, mumbled some class A swear words, and decided I'd just drive the thing thru the car wash now and again

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

LOL that's one way to do it!

[@edhiestand1197]

Can you share the details of the 10-hour break in period? Thanks, great looking boat.

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

Sure no problem. For the 10 hour break in you need to start slow and build the RPM's up. Dont just pin it and go or you can warp the pistons and cylinders. Then after like 2 hr you can start running at higher RPM"s but not for long times. Then after 5 hrs you can spend even more time at the higher RPM's but I like to then spend the same time at the lower ones to equal it out. Then after like 7 hrs you can almost just run it like normal giving it a break now and then till you hit the 10 hrs. Then at that point you should be able to reach full RPM's and power and the engine is broken in and you are good to go. I would also change the oil at that 10 hr mark just incase there were any shavings or metal bits that came free during that break in ( that is normal ) then you are all good to go. Hope that helps! if you have any other questions just let me know. Cheers!

[@edhiestand1197]

@@MarkForrestAdventures Thanks Mark, very detailed and helpful for sure. Have heard others speak about a break-in period but no details like you provided. Love the boat.

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

No problem any time just ask away. Happy I was able to pass that info on for you. I know not a lot is said on how to do it just that you need to do it. Thanks again for checking out the video and for reaching out all the best Cheers!

[@wheelmanjosh1982]

Thanks for the video, great job. I'm in a power wheelchair, do you think the Switch would be accessible? How much water did you notice coming over the sides, if any? What's the weight capacity? Are there places to tie down ratchet straps?

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

Thank you so much! Yes I do believe it would be as unlike most boats like that the front door opens right up in the middle so as long as you can have it level with your dock should be no issue getting on and off. If it is more or less calm then next to no water comes over but of course in waves you can still get some spray but the bigger ones will give you more room from the front so less likely to get to much spray. For weight the smallest one can do 800 lbs and then the biggest one can do around 1500 lbs. As for the tie downs I would believe there would be points but I could not say 100% but I am sure the dealer could confirm that. There are points that I would use but not sure the would be official you know. Thanks so much for checking out the video and hope the information helps and if you have any other questions just let me know. All the best Cheers!

[@davemiller9068]

Love the drone footage! Looks like a great time. The “look no hands” was using the cruise control I presume? Was the speed in mph of kmh?

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

thanks one of my favorite things is filming and putting that footage in the video just looks so cool. yes there is a full cruise control with them that even at speed you can use it, and I love it one of the best things on the boat. That was in KPH.

[@scenicroutetravelers3655]

What's that tow vehicle specs and how did it do? Thanks for your time.

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

So with the Switch plus the trailer and a full tank of gas comes in at 2524 LBS and my can can do a max of 3500 lbs and was able to toe it. Only thing I found is with that Bimini on it does act like a sail so really hurts your fuel efficiency. I found between 95 and 105 kph was ok. Does way better on city streets, any thing under 80 kph and its like not even there. hope that helps and thanks for checking out the video and for reaching out Cheers!

[@scenicroutetravelers3655]

@@MarkForrestAdventures I appreciate the feed back. I will be towing with a Hyundai santa fe AWD with a 5, 000 # tow rating. I figured it would be good. I also did not buy that Bimini as I have heard it's not the best design. Having to crawl under it is not for me. I will be putting a regular one on mine so I won't have that issue. Thanks again!

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

Of course any time! oh yes then you will have no issues at all towing it. Nice I have seen a few people do their own installs so if you do please let me know how it goes for sure! All the best out there Cheers!

[@scenicroutetravelers3655]

@@MarkForrestAdventures I plan on doing a video on the install. I will let you know. Thanks!

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

Nice look forward to that!

[@williamhowell2096]

Great Video! I just picked my up,, I do have a question, have you had any issues with your tow vehicle pulling it?

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

That is great did you get the compact sport? I can feel that it is back there and it does add a lot of drag at highway speeds but just normal roads was not bad at all. Did find that if you are trailering it for a good bit of distance keep the Switch as low in gas as you can and fill up when you are close to where you are going. This made a big difference in the drive over all. Other wise backing up on a ramp and maneuvering it around not bad at all. If you have any other questions please let me know and also don't forget to do the 10hr break in and an oil change right after that. Other than that have a great time out there on it Cheers!

[@aysewashington5504]

is that the 13 foot?

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

Yes that is the 13 FT sport with the 170 HP engine in it.

[@randymcpherson2308]

where is the fuel tank

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

The fill point is just to the outer side of the steering console. The tank sits between the engine hatch and the front storage hatch and holds 110L of gas.

[@jdizzle312]

Does this come with a toilet?

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

No they do not. Now on the bigger 18 and 21 you could probably fit a portable one in and I have see some videos with them but not standard for the boat.

[@twowheeledwilly7418]

Why are you wearing gloves?

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

They are UV gloves so that way don't need to put sunscreen on my hands and protects the tops of my hands from burning plus adds a bit more comfort when holding on the grips all day as there is a bit of padding in the palm of them. I highly recommend them to use when out on the water all day.

[@twowheeledwilly7418]

@@MarkForrestAdventures Makes sense

[@MarkForrestAdventures]

So happy I found out about them I have not looked back so good to have.