Sea-Doo Switch Sport Compact 170 [Know Your Boat]

[@twenty7squared]

EDIT: the trim tabs on the Switch don’t go up and down with the trim button. It merely adjusts the nozzle for the jet. But the info on directional information is correct still. My apologies for wrong description.

[@c.juneau410]

So, does this mean that it will still trim the front of the Bow up/down??

[@sharonbraselton4302]

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[@standurst8762]

So then what do the actual trim tabs on the back of teh boat do?

[@twenty7squared]

@@standurst8762 they adjust the nozzle for the jet thrust. So it helps the boat get on plain and stabilizes the boat depending on the weight on the boat. They actually do do alot.

[@sharonbraselton4302]

@@standurst8762 trim ysbes dose what powrt trim tilt outboarx or io dise

[@gayleblaze9890]

Love how you float her right off the trailer, you make it look so easy. Great ideas with the dock lines and wheel chuk.

[@lakelifeandbeyond]

Great video, I’ve been thinking about getting a SeaDoo Switch. Yours looks extremely fun to be on, and that looks like a nice lake!

[@lastingimpressions77]

Very helpful video. The switch will be the first boat that I have owned. Your video gave me a few great pointers. Please post more if you can. Thanks

[@kevinzimmerman7751]

same

[@twenty7squared]

Absolutely! I’ve got a couple on here already! Check out my channel!

[@brentosborn1105]

What a great tutorial. I am very interested in getting a switch. You just pretty much confirmed everything about the boat and how good it is. Thank you so much for the information

[@twenty7squared]

Really happy to hear that This was helpful for you Brent! You’ll love this boat!

[@majorfrazier322]

Thumbs up for the information, subscribed for the OG Fall Out Boy. 🤘

[@twenty7squared]

Hell yeah!! 🤘

[@Taylormadetdk]

Again I Go Unnoticed - Dashboard Confessional, a kindred spirit I see!

[@DonavanMarais-r6f]

Thoroughly enjoyed the video. Loved your story and fulfilling your dream. That's what it's all about. I'm looking into this boat after selling my wakeboard boat. It'll be a different experience, but what I see so far it's pretty awesome in how simple it is to manage. No need to spend more time and money "customizing" it. It just works right-out-of-the-box. Ready to have fun. Bring your friend and family. A great product. Sounds like I've already sold myself. LOL

[@austinparker5155]

"Nice boat!" Picking mine up tomorrow can't wait!

[@vic1750]

Great video very helpful, I just finally got on the list to get our compact sport just like your. Good luck with your switch be safe Vic

[@twenty7squared]

That’s awesome! You’re going to love it!

[@k.williamelliott7969]

Buddy, you are rigged up with plan. Very impressive!

[@skimaniac21]

Great video! Just a quick side side note the vts (variable trim system) actually adjusts the the jet nozzle up and down, not the the trim tabs, as stated in the video. The trim tabs on the switch are stationary, but are adjustable with a through bolt.

[@williamhowell2096]

Bought mine today,,,, Picking it up this week. I cannot wait to get this bad boy on the water. I have the same set up as you do, including the Jeep, Hopefully you haven't had any issues pulling out of steep ramps or hauling with yours.

[@twenty7squared]

Yooooo!!! You’re going to love it. Haven’t had any issues!! I’ll have a new video up in the next day or so from going out today doing a review from having it a year later and some stuff about the Jeep. Put that bad boy in 4wheel Low and you’re golden!

[@lowprofile2412]

Hey man thanks I really enjoyed this video. The wife wants a pontoon boat for next season and I’ve been looking at these, as they look fun (I’ll keep my Malibu Echelon, thank you) But I’ve got a couple of questions: Do you know what they draft ? How are they to winterize ? And approximately how low of a bridge will it fit under when the binimi is stowed down ? As you can imagine I’ve got a low bridge and some shallow water to navigate (that my Malibu inboard makes it thru) Thanks again for your help, Joe

[@winstonsharpe777]

Thanks for video. My '23 Switch hasn't been wet yet! Sitting in drive way. You just gave me the courage i needed!!!

[@brownlog22]

You purchased a boat and didn't have the courage to launch it lol. Return it and buy a scooter or something suited for you.

[@bankruptsee]

Thanks man. Trying to convince the wife to buy one now!

[@Anon-ft1yb]

Question - If the Switch encounters the failed carbon seal does that sink the entire boat or do the side toons help it stay afloat?

[@sipptastic2771]

The upper deck has great food... live down the road about to go buy the switch how i came across your video

[@mobius012]

How's the compact handle with 5 adult people on board? Any idea what top speed is with 5 adults?

[@Balancedscale]

I would like to know as well

[@joeinmi8671]

X3! They claim the 130hp top speed is 28 and 170hp 34. The shorter length is perfect for me, but if i end up with more people I wonder. My current 16' 75hp outboard really gets low in the water even with 4 adults.

[@AveryBechtel]

Nice video! Thinking about the Compact Sport but have a couple questions I'm hoping you can help with. 1. Does the Switch Compact Sport come as yours is configured - 4 seats (plus captain), 2 corner pieces and the lounge? 2. I have an 8' garage (with 93" of clearance) which is lower than their 8'2" specs. In your experience, do you think I could lower the folded part of the Bimini 5-6" by lowering the air pressure in the tires and dropping the hitch as it backs into the garage? Seems it would be close, but would be disappointed if I had to spend a ton of time removing and installing the Bimini every time...

[@stdntrec]

Best lau ching video . Best visual of the inside of this thing I've seen in any video . Searching everything I can . hope to buy this thing soon. Your video has been most real . 🎤 💧

[@robertleavitt2695]

HI, I enjoy your videos. I was wondering if you have tried to remove the caps on the trailer wheels to check out the grease in the bearings? I am having a hard time removing those chrome caps and do not want to damage them with a sharp screwdriver. or pry tool. What have you used to remove them? Also, the trailer lights are led so no heat, but still a good idea to unplug your 4 pin.

[@twenty7squared]

Hello. I have not. I haven’t had any reason to take them off.

[@duoderf12]

The name of your boat, how is that put on the plastic for the rear doors? Is it painted on or is it a sticker?

[@Synthalog]

Thanks for sharing man! I have a 2-door Wrangler JL and I have been considering buying this model. Do you think that the Jeep can tow the Switch 18'?

[@riverakers]

Nozzle trim is something that is not new but is not on a lot of jet drives. There are more now then in the past.

[@airickoo]

These look super cool! I was wondering how hard it is to get back into the boat when you are swimming in the water? Do you have to come up using that ladder in the back and climb up over the furniture?

[@twenty7squared]

I am sure you could probably climb up on the front through the front door but I use the ladder in the back. And the seats fold down so it’s not hard to get over them. Also, the seats are movable so if you don’t want one in the corner by the ladder you can move it.

[@jaybdvm]

The right rear corner railing is hinged. Unscrew the bolts and you have a gate . Some guy posted this on KZbin. He uses a type of bungee cord to hold the gate closed. Remove the corner seat and you are then in really good shape to get in and out!

[@kchedville]

What kind of Gas Mileage are you getting??

[@samcarnibucci9094]

got mine on order as well.... just wanted to know if your compact provides enough space for you???

[@twenty7squared]

The size is perfect for me. Everyone has a different situation though. I go out with my wife mostly and sometimes our dog. But it’s also good to take a couple friends out. Just depends on how you plan to use it. You can seat 5 comfortably.

[@samcarnibucci9094]

@@twenty7squared Thanks. Majority of the time for me will be similar...me , the girlfriend, and my dog

[@twenty7squared]

@@samcarnibucci9094 compact is perfect then! It’s the best one in my opinion.

[@GT32757]

What are you getting for MPG & how big is gas tank?

[@illgazillion]

What is the tow weight of the compact plus trailer.

[@jaybdvm]

Am I correct? The bow has the railing gate for making it easy to jump in the water, but the boarding ladder is in the stern with difficult access to get onto the deck? Climbing over railing and the seats? No swim platform on the 13.

[@twenty7squared]

Correct. You can easily get off the front with the swinging gate / door. The back set up isn’t the best on these boats having to climb over the seats but that’s not super uncommon on a lot of boats. With the back seats folding now it’s an easy step over. I’d like to add a swim platform to mine at some point but they’re pricey.

[@Jeff-75-k3x]

Good luck 😮. Wear your life jacket. You’re going to need it on this.

[@davidscarpelli9854]

Hello Can these boats be left in the water at a slip-all season long like a pontoon boat with aluminum pontoons ?

[@jaybdvm]

Seadoo does not recommend but people are doing it

[@Hennyking1984]

Love the video been really thinking of getting one i never had any boat

[@twenty7squared]

This is my first boat. And I love it!

[@Hennyking1984]

@@twenty7squared I like brp stuff they make I have a can am spyder I love and I love that Lake you had in the video I'm from NYC so Ohio is not that far to see something different

[@Hennyking1984]

Does your model have cruise control?

[@twenty7squared]

@@Hennyking1984 yeah I’ve got the cruise control!

[@Hennyking1984]

@twenty7squared which model you have?

[@cbc9002]

Nice, what size is it. What's your monthly payment. Any info will help. Thanks...

[@twenty7squared]

This is the 13’ Sport Compact.

[@tonyglen33]

Nice video! 4 months later do you still recommend this boat? Any regrets? I'm about to pull the trigger on this (first boat), would much appreciate your opinion. Cheers!

[@twenty7squared]

I absolutely love it and can’t wait to get it back in the water in a couple months. The thing is a blast. No regrets at all.

[@tonyglen33]

@@twenty7squared Thanks, I've seen lots of negative comments circulating about these. I ended up pulling the trigger on something else but appreciate your reply.

[@kingrio8303]

​@tonyvegasguitar what did you go with instead? And why? I'm wanting to buy my 1st boat as well.

[@tonyglen33]

@@kingrio8303 I got a 23 foot Legend pontoon. I'll probably sell it. I don't think Pontooning is for me lol

[@kingrio8303]

@tonyvegasguitar lol why is that? I love being on the water i own a couple jet skis so i don't see myself not enjoying a pantoon.

[@newbie_nugs]

Without the trailer light wire, do you have to use a clip for the trailer brakes to not engage?

[@twenty7squared]

Hey there. Not sure what you’re asking? The only way to disengage the trailer lights is to unplug it from the harness attached to your vehicle.

[@newbie_nugs]

@twenty7squared the reverse light pin on you harness sends a signal to disengage the trailer brakes. When you unhook your harness it doesn't tell the brakes to not work. So in a jolt it's suppose to lock brakes up. Was just curious if you used the little adapter piece to block the sliding part of your trailers hookup that triggers the brakes. Or of backing down the ramp hasn't ever triggered the brakes for you

[@newbie_nugs]

@twenty7squared that was the biggest comment I've seen on the seadoo trailer is backing the ramp locks brakes up so if you dont have the proper 5 or 7 pin then they put the adapter on it to disengage the slide all together. Wasn't sure how bad or often it happened I've just seen the comments alot about it

[@twenty7squared]

@@newbie_nugs ahhhhh that is why I wasn’t sure about it. I have the compact sport. The compact version doesn’t have trailer brakes.

[@exa0247]

Damnn this little sea doo boat is cool asf, I've never seen this boat before but looks amazing and fun, is it too expensive?

[@jeffallen5871]

$28,000 plus tax. But it does come with a trailer.

[@greggodfrey5387]

In cruise control mode do you need to hold the trigger like their PWC. I hate having to do that

[@jeffallen5871]

Not as far as I know.

[@comstox]

How does this do in very choppy water???

[@twenty7squared]

I haven’t had it in anything super choppy yet. But I mean I’ve gone through wake and it does fine. I’ve always watched several videos of people on the ocean coast cruising through chop and it handling well.

[@shottown911]

Love these tips

[@bradbarber4875]

Nice Dashboard!

[@mudtron3664]

nice video showing some of what ohio has to offer and well THE BOAT

[@twenty7squared]

Ohio has got more to offer than people think!

[@EpicConspiracy]

Led lights don’t get hot. Hasn’t been a problem in a decade.

[@timschannel910]

How much does it weigh

[@danmurphy1994]

You went with the model I would have gotten. If I owned a compact 170hp sport I would name it 'The Cube of Doom' and would terrorize anyone brave enough to get on an inner tube behind such a wildly powerful yet light and compact jet powered cube 😂😂. I would imagine that with it's squared stance and boxy dimensions that the direction changes while pulling an inner tube are most likely extremely vicious as all that surface area makes for angular cornering characteristics.. I wouldn't be surprised if people popped a shoulder out of its socket once or twice during a rough tubing session.

[@twenty7squared]

Hahah heck yeah!!

[@DonavanMarais-r6f]

LMAO! Funny comment

[@PatrickBradshaw215]

Great video…..thank you!

[@Telepicker]

What size switch is this?

[@abc31298]

I have been intrested in the switch I have seen a few around on Buckeye lake

[@twenty7squared]

They’re awesome!!

[@tjsmith3060]

This is cool but my biggest worry is going to be servicing after a few years. I have one of the jet boats and it's almost impossible to find a place to get it service. Because the location of the engine I think dealers won't want to service them.

[@twenty7squared]

I just get it serviced at the dealership I bought it at. The engine is pretty easy to get to with the floor opening up.

[@tjsmith3060]

@twenty7squared Right now they have to do they can sell them. But what happens a few years from now. That is my question. Seadoo does not have a good history with boat service.

[@twenty7squared]

@@tjsmith3060 oh yeah no idea haha guess I’ll see what happens when that time comes! Right now just going to enjoy the heck out of this thing!

[@tjsmith3060]

@twenty7squared I guess I'm old school and if I buy something I like to keep it as long as possible. I just sold my 95 speedster (yes I'm regretting that decision). I think I would really like the switch. Now I would like to see them drop the 300 in it for more speed. But that's just me😁

[@LVCMS]

Man that is cool great video. Going to do the same.

[@osmosisdaily]

Should have moved it to the other side of the dock before dropping the trailer off in the lot, so the drop off ramp isn’t tied up. Works on a slow day like this though doing it that way

[@DonavanMarais-r6f]

It's possible that there weren't any easily-accessible points to tie off on either side of the slips. Hard to tell from the video. But I do agree that if possible, it's considered appropriate to move your boat out of the slip area so that others can continue to access the slip.

[@DukeMaster1956]

You forgot to mention, If you unplug a trailer with surge brakes then you need to lock the brakes out with the pin or they’ll lock up in reverse. You don’t have brakes on the compact models.

[@twenty7squared]

Good to know, notate! Yes, I don’t have those on my trailer so I’m not familiar. Appreciate the information.

[@edw297]

@@twenty7squared I was wondering why you only had a 4 pin plug, AFAIK, the standard Switch trailer has brakes and therefore uses a 5 pin plug.

[@standurst8762]

they don't lock up if you're backing down a ramp, its only on level ground or backing up a hill and the lockout looks to be mechanical not electrical so 4 pion is all you need

[@JdubbJdubb]

Not trying to be rude, but when you launch your boat you take the back tie downs off. Back your boat into the water, then you climb in boat, start engine, let it warm up, unlatch you winch, then use the engine to get boat off trailer. After the boat is docked, pull your truck out. I have never once pulled a boat off or on trailer by hand.

[@twenty7squared]

Like I said in the video I didn’t back my trailer in far enough so the boat didn’t float back. I was trying to video and do everything at once. Normally the boat will float right off. I cannot power the boat on and off the trailer. Our dock specially request that you don’t power load to not disrupt the lake bed at the ramp. I RARELY launch solo but when I do this way works great for me. I’m sure whatever works best for you or others is the way you’ll do it!

[@htimst1967]

I spend a lot of my boating time solo so I appreciate the thought that went into your safety with your lines reachable, boat tied to truck, wheel chock…nice to see.

[@DonavanMarais-r6f]

It also depends on the type of slip... whether the slip is on a lake, on a faster moving river (depending on rain fall and height of the river), and so forth (probably many more things to consider). It's not quite cut and dry. As a safe boater, even when alone, you need to make the decision that is the safest for you and your vehicle and boat (and trailer), for that matter. It's a juggle of what is safest, what is easiest, and who you would not like to piss off today (depending on how BUSY your closest slip gets, regardless of season).

[@Balancedscale]

Can you park this in a garage?

[@twenty7squared]

Depends on your garage height. Boat is a little over 8’ with the Bimini down.

[@diggergeensen860]

Not sure how it can be justified needing to plan out paying for rebuilding a supercharger every 100 hours just to own a boat?

[@twenty7squared]

Who’s rebuilding an engine?

[@diggergeensen860]

@@twenty7squaredYou will be, if you don’t constantly rebuild the pile of junk supercharger on that thing.

[@twenty7squared]

@@diggergeensen860 hahahaha well since I don’t have a supercharger I don’t foresee having any issues but thanks for your comment and positivity.

[@gidge34]

Thank for having a manual Jeep.

[@RyandaysChampionshipBeard]

You're at portage lakes

[@haciendadad]

LOL "show me your buoys"

[@JohnBraman413]

get yourself the chest mount for the camera.

[@twenty7squared]

I’ve got one. Smart idea though to use while filming these videos.

[@kirozahariev502]

Very nice 👍🏻 ❤🇧🇬

[@snakegs4203]

You realize that’s what your winch line is for? 😅😂

[@snakegs4203]

Omg🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️ you must be an over thinking engineer 😂😂😂

[@shawndejong6699]

7-900 LBS overweight for towing, definitely wouldn't recommend that, especially with the JK's horrendous brakes. Seems easy enough

[@twenty7squared]

Tows just fine! The weight is based on the shorter wheel base. The 4dr had a tow capacity of 3500. They give the 2dr a lower rating cause it’s short. But motor wise it does perfectly fine. I’ve never had any issues stopping… 🤷‍♂️

[@chanklaking]

Anyone else notice the kid climb in the window LOL

[@twenty7squared]

😂😂

[@stevecrane4325]

Remember, Lines are on a boat. Ropes are on the farm.

[@carlosjulio2375]

👍

[@williamgleaton2992]

Try and buy one.

[@twenty7squared]

Huh? I own one haha

[@williamgleaton2992]

@@twenty7squared Well tell everyone how did you buy one, cause I live in ,of all places Florida and I've been told put a down payment on the boat ,and then it could take as long as a year before actually getting it. But why buy something you have never seen in person 🤔

[@twenty7squared]

@@williamgleaton2992 haha I totally understand. I put down my deposit in September 2021 and got my bait the first week of August 2022. They are out there. Not a ton. But they are. I follow a guy on here in Florida who got one when they first came out. Florida Ski Riders is the channel.

[@A4FORMATAS]

Seadoo used to be fun and fast. Speedster sprotster.. and now pantoons? Very dissapointed

[@twenty7squared]

You can still certainly get yourself a fast SeaDoo jet ski. Having options for other people that don’t want a jet ski isn’t a bad thing. I personally wanted something I can enjoy with family and friends and the Switch is perfect.

[@dong1064]

you still need to wear you life vest

[@twenty7squared]

Not required to wear one while boating. Just have enough on board for each person on the boat.

[@joeschneider8025]

When I think of pontoon boat I think of luxury and the Sea-Doo looks cheap

[@twenty7squared]

It’s a ton of fun. You can certainly get a luxury pontoon for 75-80k if you want. I’m good with this.

[@joeschneider8025]

@@twenty7squared haven't seen one on the water it's hard to tell with anything really looks like on a video

[@twenty7squared]

@@joeschneider8025 hope you get to see one soon. It’s an amazing boat. It’s not luxury so if that’s what you’re looking for the Switch isn’t for you. But if you’re looking for a very fun family / friends boat for a day on the water it’s great!

[@snakegs4203]

So painful to watch!!!

[@twenty7squared]

Don’t watch then! 🤷‍♂️

[@donhuffer5167]

Please stop saying rope. On a boat they are called sheets, lines and anchor rode

[@FranklinHicks-qs4gs]

Get a real tow vehicle

[@twenty7squared]

…. Sure let me buy a new vehicle when the Jeep works just fine. 🤦‍♂️

[@justinbiggs1005]

Hm, yes. Because he obviously needs a 3500 dually diesel truck for a 13 foot boat that's essentially a jet ski with outriggers, and only weighs 1,700 pounds max.

[@twenty7squared]

@@justinbiggs1005 ha right!

[@justinbiggs1005]

@@twenty7squared Yup.You got an awesome little boat by the way. I've been binge watching sea doo switch sport compact videos lately and have been contemplating getting one. Boating spots by me are a bit bland and are dominated by much larger boats but having such a small boat that maneuvers like a jet ski while being big enough to fit watersports fun, friends and coolers at an extremely affordable price is amazing, lol

[@FranklinHicks-qs4gs]

@@justinbiggs1005 did I say dually or did I say proper tow vehicle. Maybe you should've bought a real truck instead of a wannabe boat

[@rickbullock4331]

It looks like a fun boat but not good on larger water I’m guessing. I live in Ontario very close to Lake Simcoe and it’s about 25 miles long by about 18 miles wide at its widest point. This lake can get pretty rough fast. I like the look of this boat but I find the prices are rather restrictive in my case. The prices of everything have gone up so much I’m surprised people can afford to buy the toys they have. Obviously wages have gone way higher to be able to buy $80,000.00+ pickups, $50,000.00+ cars $30,000.00+ boats and live in $600,000.00 + homes where I’m live. I’m retired with only government old age pension and didn’t invest in Microsoft when it first came out. Stupid me.😳😬🫢👍👍🇨🇦