Sea doo gti 130 gas tank size

If you are wondering what model Sea Doo has what economy and range, you can look it up below.

Note that I'll be adding more models/years as I get more info. Also, the top speed (WOT) has been guestimated, but should be close. If you have an accurate source for actual factory Sea Doo speeds, please let me know and I'll update the page!

Also note that the only fuel consumption figures Sea Doo provides is at WOT (wide open). A better comparison may be at a lower rpm for the newer SC models since it's practically impossible to run them at WOT for any length of time!

Using base price of $3/gal for gas, I estimated fuel/oil costs as follows:
Sea Doo 2 stroke (non-DI) = $3.60/gal using $25/gal Sea Doo oil at 50:1
Sea Doo 2 stroke 787 RFI = $3.50/gal using $35/gal Sea Doo synthetic oil
Sea Doo 2 stroke 947 DI = $3.65/gal using $35/gal Sea Doo synthetic oil

Sea Doo 4TEC = $4.00/hr (added $1/hr for covering called for dealer oil, cooling & filter changes every 100 hours)
(of course if you change your own fluids, you could cut that figure down a bit)

The oil injection usage was a calculation that took into consideration the different usages for non-RFI, RFI and DI models. It was based on a 50:1 base for non-RFI / non-DI injection then factoring in better oil useage for RFI and DI models. It was kind of a complicated guess, but should be close!
The fuel useage figures below come directly from the Sea Doo shop manual.

*Note that the WT/HP Ratio figures are based on a full tank using the listed tank volume.

Although the RFI and DI models do use better technology to conserve fuel/oil, they are a larger size so actually use more than their smaller counterparts. They also should be run with synthetic oil, which costs a bit more than the base oil you can use in non-DI / non-RFI models. When you look at the results above, I think it's obvious that the smaller the engine, the cheaper to run. Of course, that's pretty much the case with most vehicles!

Obviously, from looking at the figures, you're much better off getting one of the mid �90s models if you want to run cheap and aren't worried about top speed. They can be purchased for very little compared to the new ones and are easy to maintain and cheap to operate. The 1997-2004 GTI would be the one I would recommend if you're looking for a pwc that can hold several riders and gear for the best cruising cost.

I find the below comparison a bit interesting. The WT/HP ratios are almost the same for the two skis but the 2005 eats loads more fuel than the 1998. If I recall, the 1998 SPX was only 10 mph slower than the RXP, so if you want to go fast, go for the SPX. You can find them for around $3000 instead of $10K!

One more note as for value and possible future expenses� don't forget to consider that most models after 1996 use ignition components which are much more expensive than older models. And believe me due to recent parts requests they go bad regularly!
The newer 4TEC and 4TEC SC models also rely on many electrical components that only a dealer can properly diagnose if you have a problem. If you like working on your own machine or are planning on taking it where there aren't many dealers (most everywhere outside the US), go for the older models!

If I really get bored, I may put together some value comparison figures for the above models as well!