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1997 xp
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Wow..... if you've got to choose, your picking two of the best to compare to.
The XP, tippy? Well, kinda. The XP is fast, with the 787cc, 110hp engine. But, the hull is a light duty hull. It's basically a one person ski. It will ride two people but the balance at stop or really low speeds is wobbly. So, if you plan to use it as a high speed cruiser, it's a great choice.
The GTX uses the same motor. Its got a heavier, longer hull with a 3 person seat. The rear of the ski has foot stops for a rider to have the ability to face backward as a spotter. Speed wise, it should still hit the mid to upper 50's. I have a peak speed registered in my GTX (1997) at 60 mph. Of course, this is from the dream-o-meter. I use mine to tow my daughters on the tube.
So, the GTX is for a two to three riders, easy to tube/wake behind. The XP is not set up for pulling anything behind it or for riding more than one person with good stability. Now, if you have two riders, maybe in their teen years to young adult, where their body weight is low (under 150), I think it could handle two people fairly easily.................:cheers:
Ok, great info. The XP or GTX will be one of two we are looking to purchase. One will be for my girlfriend and one for me. I would like to go with a solid hull and 50mph or higher is great. She isn't as concerned with the speed and I am not looking to blast across the water, yet.. Maybe something I can do some simple upgrades to to get a little more power and response later, but 55mph or so is plenty. I'd like the ability to ride 2 comfortably so the GTX seems to be the fit for this purpose, maybe 2 gtx's instead of an XP and GTX. The reverse function is good too, especially for convenience around the docks. What are some of the areas on the GTX in the mid/late 90's that I should be focusing on when buying them and are they costly to repair? COmpared to waverunners in the same class etc?
1997 verses 1998
These two are right between the two years that the skis changed from the 787cc to the 951cc. Both of these engines are relatively easy to maintain. They are nice motors and the largest of the Rotax 2 strokes.
I love my 97 GTX. It's easy to maneuver and dock. IT turns on a dime and is very nimble for such a big hulled ski. The XP, you'd probably love. If your buying two, I'd suggest you have the right combo. The XP for sightseeing and the GTX for loading up to go out to a beach or island for the afternoon. You can pack a small tent inside, strap on a cooler and even, an extra gas can. The storage up front is huge.
If the two of you are below 150 pounds in weight, the XP should also give you a nice ride. The stability is a bit more to balance but no more than riding a motorcycle with a rider on the back. Experience, you'd be able to be just as good operating it as the GTX. So, I think the two purchases will give you the best of several worlds in jet skis........both will require about the same type of maintenance.:cheers:
These two are right between the two years that the skis changed from the 787cc to the 951cc. Both of these engines are relatively easy to maintain. They are nice motors and the largest of the Rotax 2 strokes.
I love my 97 GTX. It's easy to maneuver and dock. IT turns on a dime and is very nimble for such a big hulled ski. The XP, you'd probably love. If your buying two, I'd suggest you have the right combo. The XP for sightseeing and the GTX for loading up to go out to a beach or island for the afternoon. You can pack a small tent inside, strap on a cooler and even, an extra gas can. The storage up front is huge.
If the two of you are below 150 pounds in weight, the XP should also give you a nice ride. The stability is a bit more to balance but no more than riding a motorcycle with a rider on the back. Experience, you'd be able to be just as good operating it as the GTX. So, I think the two purchases will give you the best of several worlds in jet skis........both will require about the same type of maintenance.:cheers:
I'm diggin the GTX's I have been seeing. I think I am leaning towards a pair of those or even a gtx and maybe an XP for me. Is the gtx hard to launch adn catch air compared to the XP? I wont always be doing that but I'd like the ability. If the GTX is very manueverable and fun then I may just shoot for a pair of them so when we go on longer runs they both will be more comfortable. I am also of course open to the mid 90's XP and even an SPX if the deal comes along, but would rather get what I want up front. Seems like the GTX would really fit the bill with looks, speed, and fun factor and also comfort.
Weight ....?
There is a little more weight associated with the larger GTX but as for jumping, no.... No difference. I actually got thrown off mine last year from getting some good air. I came down and landed and got thrown off to the right side........:cheers:
There is a little more weight associated with the larger GTX but as for jumping, no.... No difference. I actually got thrown off mine last year from getting some good air. I came down and landed and got thrown off to the right side........:cheers:
Info and dream-o-meter?...
The 97 GTX has an info center that keeps track of several things. I like that it tracks your hours. When I bought mine, it had 106 hours on it. At that time, it had a peak speed registered at 58 mph. Since I bought it, I have the peak now at 60 mph. I'm not sure that it's correct, since I don't own a GPS. But, it's fast! That I can assure you. I have since bought a Solas Concord impeller. Disappointed because I actually lost a little speed. I thought I might try it on my boat, see what happenes there.....
I think it's safe to say a 96 or 97 GTX in good running condition and a smooth hull will sustain 50-55 mph with one rider easy............:cheers:
The 97 GTX has an info center that keeps track of several things. I like that it tracks your hours. When I bought mine, it had 106 hours on it. At that time, it had a peak speed registered at 58 mph. Since I bought it, I have the peak now at 60 mph. I'm not sure that it's correct, since I don't own a GPS. But, it's fast! That I can assure you. I have since bought a Solas Concord impeller. Disappointed because I actually lost a little speed. I thought I might try it on my boat, see what happenes there.....
I think it's safe to say a 96 or 97 GTX in good running condition and a smooth hull will sustain 50-55 mph with one rider easy............:cheers:
b15philly
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If I was in your "boat", I would get the best of both worlds. I own a 96 GSX and love the ski, I look at it as a cross between the xp and the gtx as it is a two seater with the 787 motor. Anyways I would get a 96/97 GTX and 96 XP that would be a killer pair of skis to own. The xp is light and nimble with the power to bost you to 55 easy, the gtx is smooth yet still very nimble with the ability to hold two adults easily. Goo0d luck with what every you get:cheers:
Awesome, thanks for all the help guys.
I have found a gtx that fits my needs but apparently it needs the ECU or main electrical brain as I was told. The research I have done seems quite expensive all over $600 range. I'm sure its prob easy to install and the ski does come with a double trailer fitting my needs, but over 1k and needs work. What do you guys think?
I have found a gtx that fits my needs but apparently it needs the ECU or main electrical brain as I was told. The research I have done seems quite expensive all over $600 range. I'm sure its prob easy to install and the ski does come with a double trailer fitting my needs, but over 1k and needs work. What do you guys think?
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