The 2025 Yamaha JetBlaster DLX 2-Up is an exciting new edition to the Yamha personal watercraft lineup and essentially replaces the EX models. This new model is designed to provide riders with an exhilarating experience that cannot be easily forgotten. Ideal for both beginners and intermediate riders, the JetBlaster DLX 2-Up is a high performance watercraft that checks off all the boxes when it comes to excitement, agility, and fun. Riders who do choose this model will enjoy how lightweight it is making it easy to handle on the water, especially at higher speeds and during tight turns. The PWC has a playful nature and is ideal for riders who want the ability to not only push it to its limits but also relax and enjoy a smooth ride.
This model comes equipped with Yamaha’s 1049cc TR-1 engine, which offers you a total of 125 horsepower, which is quite respectable in the PWC market. You will enjoy plenty of power without it feeling too powerful, especially for beginners. The compact size and superior handling system allow you to maneuver this watercraft around with ease from coming up close to shore to take a wild sharp turn in the middle of the water. For those riders who are a bit more advanced, the 2025 Yamaha JetBlaster DLX 2-Up offers a unique handlebar that allows you to make adjustments to meet your needs and take your riding skills up a level.
The 2025 Yamaha JetBlaster DLX 2-Up is not just about performance either. It is comfortable and offers a nice ride. With the 2-Up seating arrangement, you can take a passenger with you allowing you to have a fun day out on the water. The user interface is an easy to read digital display that allows you to adjust your ride mode and personalize your time on the water.
This boat is an excellent choice for any rider who wants to enjoy a bit of thrill mixed with practicality and convenience.
Walkthrough of the 2025 Yamaha JetBlaster DLX 2-Up
The 2025 Yamaha JetBlaster DLX 2-Up is a fun PWC that allows you to seek out a thrill on the water without becoming too overwhelming or too powerful. Yamaha crafted this PWC with both beginners and intermediate riders in mind and it shows.
In this walkthrough of the 2025 Yamaha JetBlaster DLX 2-Up, we are going to look at what this model has to offer and touch on some of the most prominent and standout features. We will also explore the cost, specifications, engine, and warranty information associated with this PWC as well.
Construction and Features
What makes the 2025 Yamaha JetBlaster DLX 2-Up impressive is the new top deck construction that Yamaha has used. The top deck is made from fiberglass reinforced polypropylene, which helps make the PWC lighter in weight, easier to maintain, and less expensive than other models.
The newer construction of the top deck also allows for sharper angles and aggressive styling that is not achievable with traditional fiberglass. Riders will enjoy a matte finish on their PWC thanks to the colors being molded into the top deck as opposed to being painted on.
One thing that all PWC owners know is that fixing a traditional fiberglass PWC can be quite difficult both mechanically and body work wise. The new top deck of the 2025 Yamaha JetBlaster DLX 2-Up is easy to repair should something happen to it. Additionally, the entire PWC is easy to maintain, and owners have easy access points to perform their own maintenance. There is a three piece deck system that allows you to easily access the engine, which is an excellent feature for DIYers.
The hull of the JetBlaster DLX 2-Up is still fiberglass based SMC, which continues to offer you that increased rigidity on the water and allows for a soft yet solid ride in rough water conditions. Since this watercraft weighs only 589 pounds, you can easily maneuver it around and shift your weight while on the water to perform stunts and tricks.
At the helm of the PWC is an easy to read LCD screen that delivers basic info to you about your watercraft and trip details.
At the rear of the PWC is a spring loaded boarding step that folds in and away when not in use. Surrounding the swim deck are EVA traction mats to prevent slipping.
The 2025 Yamaha JetBlaster DLX 2-Up does come in a two passenger configuration so that you can take someone else on the water with you. This PWC can be used with just one passenger as well.
Important Standout Features on This Model
- Rope Hooks – Perfect for helping you quickly tie your PWC to the dock. It makes docking quick and easy while ensuring your watercraft is secure at all times
- Reboarding Step – Perfect for helping you get back on your PWC after being in the water. The step fold in when it is not in use
- Glovebox – Extra-large, spacious glovebox that is easily accessible and designed to allow you to carry, store, and retrieve your items quickly
- TR-1 Marine Engine – Three cylinder, four stroke motor that is fuel efficient and powerful
- RiDE Throttle Control System – Allows the rider to switch between forward, neutral, and reverse with a single pull of the throttle. Delivery of a smoother and safer experience when it comes to deceleration, docking, and reverse
- Hydro Turf Deck Mat – Premium, padded deck mat that is comfortable and non-slip
Engine and Performance
The 2025 Yamaha JetBlaster DLX 2-Up features a 1,049cc 3 cylinder, four stroke TR-1 engine. This is newer engine that is designed to be lightweight but still deliver a punch when it comes to acceleration, power, and performance. You can expect this engine to be reliable and it is a very affordable option too. Since the engine is lightweight, it offers you the ability to be agile on the DLX 2-Up and offers superior handling.
The TR-1 engine offers a total of 100 horsepower and reaches a top speed of 51 miles per hour. Equipped on the DLX 2-Up is Yamaha’s RiDE system which separates the forward and reverse functions into two different throttles (one on the left and one on the right) allowing you to experience smooth acceleration and rapid deceleration all while remaining in control. This RiDE system is a safety feature that helps to adjust the rider’s speed when out on the water and coming in to dock. To go into neutral, riders will release both throttles.
Pricing and Specifications
Pricing information for the 2025 Yamaha JetBlaster DLX 2-Up is readily available on the Yamaha website. The starting price for the DLX 2-Up is listed at $8,999.
It is important to note that this is just the starting price, which is a manufacturer’s suggested retail price and the price that you pay will depend on several other costs and factors such as any upgrades, accessories, taxes, fees, and more.
To receive the most accurate pricing information, it is recommended that you speak with an authorized Yamaha Wave Runner Watercraft dealer who can provide you with a price based on your wants and needs.
Specifications
- Seating Capacity: 1 to 2 people
- Length: 9 feet 9 inches
- Width: 3 feet 9 inches
- Height: 3 feet 8 inches
- Dry Weight: 589 pounds
- Fuel Capacity: 13.2 gallons
- Storage Capacity: 3.5 gallons
Warranty Information
Yamaha does provide a warranty on their new wave runners, and this does include the 2025 Yamaha JetBlaster DLX 2-Up.
The Yamaha website states that any new Yamaha wave runner watercraft that is purchased and used for pleasure will be warranted for a total of 1 year from the date of the purchase. The warranty also includes a 30-day warranty on the battery against any defects in workmanship or material. It does appear that the warranty can be transferred to a subsequent party from the original owner, but steps must be followed to ensure the warranty remains valid.
It is recommended that you do speak with an authorized Yamaha Wave Runner Watercraft dealer to fully understand the warranty that you will receive including what is and is not covered, any exclusions or limitations, and all pertinent information pertaining to the warranty.
Final Thoughts
The 2025 Yamaha JetBlaster DLX 2-Up is an affordable PWC option that is loaded with features for all of your on the water activities. This model allows you to get out on the water and perform tricks and stunts all while being able to maneuver with ease and ride with confidence.
Falling into the new rec-lite models of PWCs, the 2025 Yamaha JetBlaster DLX 2-Up does not disappoint and is sure to deliver the thrill that you are looking for. With a new top deck construction, you will enjoy the molded color that adds to the sleek look of the watercraft while ensuring that your PWC is easy to repair. Maintenance is a breeze on this model and even allows you to access the engine and make the repairs or perform maintenance on the engine yourself.
At such an affordable price point, the DLX 2-Up is ideal for individual riders and riders who want to take a passenger out with them. Yamaha did a fantastic job with this PWC and the power, stability, handling, convenience make this PWC fun to take out!
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