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Numerous other questions and answers about Personal Watercrafts...
Home » Boating » Personal Watercraft » Numerous other questions and answers about Personal Watercrafts...*Is there any training required to operate a PWC?
Numerous U.S. states are requiring safety training for anyone choosing to operate a personal watercraft. Be sure to look into training for your state.
*What happens if you fall off while riding a PWC?
All contemporary PWCs are built with a lanyard that is linked to what is called a dead man's switch. When the lanyard is connected to the operator of the PWC, it immediately turns off the watercraft if the operator falls off. When operating a PWC, be sure to make sure you are connected to the lanyard for optimum safety!
*Where is the best place to use my Personal Watercraft?
The favorite location for PWC operators is Lake Havasu in Arizona. The World Championships for personal watercraft racing is hosted there each October.
*How much horse power can a PWC engine have?
A personal watercraft can contain 215HP (160kW) engines.
*How fast can a PWC go?
Personal watercrafts can reach speeds of 60 miles per hour (113 kilometers per hour).
*How much fuel does it take to fill a PWC?
Personal watercrafts can hold 25 U.S. gallons (95 liters) of fuel.
*What are the most popular brands of PWCs?
The most popular brands of personal watercrafts include the Bombardier Recreational Products Sea-Doo, Arctic Cats Tigershark (currently out of the market), Yamahas Waverunner, and Hondas Aquatrax.
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