2023 KAWASAKI JET SKI SX-R 160 - UNPRECEDENTED RIDING EXPERIENCE
As the pioneer of personal watercraft and the creator of the original mass-produced stand-up model, Kawasaki is pleased to present the JET SKI SX-R, a long-awaited model sure to redefine the standard for stand-up power and handling. Powered by a 1,498 cm³ 4-stroke In-Line Four, the SX-R has twice as much power as its 2-stroke predecessor, the JET SKI 800 SX-R, and a broad spread of power that delivers strong acceleration from any rpm. This massive power is harnessed in a newly designed hull that allows riders to use their whole body as they skilfully control this exciting new model. The 4-stroke JET SKI SX-R breathes new life into the standup category. Its combination of big, yet manageable power and agile, rider-active handling offers a wide range of riders an unprecedented riding experience.
Key Features
- The marine 1,498 cm³ DOHC inline four-cylinder engine produces 160 horsepower. It’s the most powerful production Stand-Up PWC in history.
- Superb cornering performance. Development of the new hull incorporated racing feedback.
- Agile handling complemented by great stability and increased power, allows higher cornering speed.
- Exceptional stability from a longer and wider hull contibutes to excellent stability in both straight line and in turns.
- Wide deck with a larger, wider floor provides more room to move around.
- Sleek and sharp styling, reflecting its high race potential.
- Injection mould sponsons contribute to overall stability as well as sharp, clean turning performance and a very solid feel when banking.
- Kawasaki Splash Deflector (KSD): a lateral strip on the forward section of the hull reduces water splash, especially at speed and in rough water.
- MX-style handlebar features a sporty pad that contributes to the racy looks.
Specifications
| Model | JET SKI SX-R – JS1500AKF |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke In-Line Four |
| Displacement | 1498 cm³ |
| Bore X Stroke | 83 x 69.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 : 1 |
| Valve System | DOHC 4 valve per cylinder |
| Fuel System | Electronic Fuel Injection: ø60 mm x 1 |
| Ignition | Battery Coil (Transistorised Ignition) |
| Starting | Electric |
| Cooling | Inducted water |
| Drive System | |
| Coupling | Direct drive from engine |
| Type | Axial flow, single stage |
| Thrust | 4,250 N {433kg} |
| Impeller Diameter | 148 mm |
| Steering | Steerable Nozzle |
| Performance | |
| Maximum Power | 118 kW {160PS} / 7,500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 152 N-m / 7,500 rpm |
| Dimensions | |
| Overall Length | 2,655 mm |
| Overall Width | 765 mm |
| Overall Height | 840 mm |
| Fuel Capacity | 23 litres |
| Curb Mass | 250kg includes full full tank, tool kit, and all fluids at optimum levels |
| Colour | Ebony with Lime Green |
Practical features
- Secure your personal items in the small-item storage compartment located beneath the handle pole
- Convenient low fuel and engine warning lights on the handle pole pad
- Key-operated magnetic ignition switch helps discourage theft
- Bilge drain plugs in the hull can be removed quickly and easily to facilitate after-use draining
Unprecedented Riding Experience
As the pioneer of personal watercraft and the creator of the original mass-produced stand-up model, Kawasaki is pleased to present the JET SKI SX-R, a long-awaited model sure to redefine the standard for stand-up power and handling.
Powered by a 1,498 cm³ 4-stroke In-Line Four, the SX-R has twice as much power as its 2-stroke predecessor, the JET SKI 800 SX-R, and a broad spread of power that delivers strong acceleration from any rpm. This massive power is harnessed in a newly designed hull that allows riders to use their whole body as they skilfully control this exciting new model.
The 4-stroke JET SKI SX-R breathes new life into the standup category. Its combination of big, yet manageable power and agile, rider-active handling offers a wide range of riders an unprecedented riding experience
5 Year Warranty
The Jet Ski product range has been an essential part of the Kawasaki brand for 47 years. The Jet Ski has captured imaginations and pushed Kawasaki evolution through the development of supercharged engines and four-stroke stand up products.
Kawasaki Motors Australia (KMA) stand behind the quality of the Jet Ski range. In a ground-breaking initiative, Kawasaki will lead the industry and implement a 5 year warranty on all new Jet Ski products. The 5 year warranty
will apply to all Jet Ski units imported by KMA and sold through the Kawasaki dealership network from June 1st 2020.
