They may be both their respective manufacturer's entry level ski, but they aren't targeted for the same crowd. The only reason they compete with each other is, because Yamaha hasn't come out with a ski that's as basic as the Spark. In all actuality the VX compares more closely to the GTS, with price, standard features, and specs. They failed to mention some of the most attractive traits the Spark has going for it in this video. Personally I'd rather have a VX, but I don't like how unfair the majority of reviews and comparisons that are available have been.
the metal bands beneath the hull of the spark are heat exchangers.... as the spark has a closed loop cooling system they act like the radiator.. the spark has half the fuel capacity because it drinks half as much fuel.. the spark is much faster out of the hole than the vx... it has 20 hp less.. but weighs half acts much... you decide.
+Gator Pantz I have a spark.. it's not shitty my buddy has a vx.. he wishes he had a spark.. my craft is better performing in all aspects except his vx is 3 mph more top end and handles slightly better in rough chop
I love the idea of the small sporty Sea Doo Spark. So much so, I purchased 2 of them. Then one weekend, I was skipping across Lake Mead with one of the Sparks, (something I have done for over 30 years on a PWC) and the recycled plastic hull cracked big time on a wake. That shouldn't happen. When the recycled plastic cracks, it keeps going and keeps going. The hull is completely ruined. I would recommend looking into a PWC not made from recycled plastic.
Do you work for Yamaha? I've seen you make this comment word for word on many spark videos. I've pounded waves on Lake michigan ( some of the most unforgiving waters in the world) launched off of 4+ feet waves and landed flat with out a single problem. Take your propaganda somewhere else.
No. I don't work for Yamaha. I am an avid boater with over 40 years on the water. My first PWC was a Kawasaki back in 1978. I can tell by your tone that I have more experience and knowledge than you have wisdom. My point is that recycled plastic is a bad idea for a PWC. Take a one gallon milk jug and drop it on the ground. The "single" long crack is the same thing that happens to Sparks. Plastic is a bad idea for a boat.
the sparks engine compartment rarely needs to be accessed.. "it's not really breaking a seal" it's the same as removing the seat on your yamaha. also flushing the system is a lot easier on the spark.. the access point is next to the jet drive and not inside the engine compartment. the sparks sponsons are not adjustable.. they are replaceable if you want a firmer cut when making a turn I personally enjoy powersliding my spark around corners.
actually it does cuz yamaha engines are the most durable on the planet so you won't be going in for repairs. on the spark on the other hand, it has a huge problem with its shafts which 2 out of 16 people have to change which costs at least 3000 dollars. If your going to be going into repairs every weekend then it wouldn't be very pleasant to take off the entire plastic hull xD xD
I know this is back in 2014, but really the comparison should be a 3up spark (ibr, vts, etc) and a Yamaha EX. I think making the price closer (even) let's people make better purchasing decisions.
What a joke the video itself is sponsored by yamaha and the UA-cam channel "team charlotte powersports" isn't a seadoo dealer do yourself a favor, if your looking into buying a rec lite pwc go to a dealer that sells both skis and decide urself
I have a Sunseeker Predator 60 for which I purchased a tender (a brig 400 with a 30hp Yamaha outboard) and a Jetski (a Sea-Doo Spark) and I used to own a Sea-Doo RXP. From my experience I can say that although Yamaha engines are built like tanks, the reason I and a lot of others I know have the Sparks over the Vx is for a few reasons. First because of the weight, I lift my Spark onto the bathing platform with a passarelle and it would really put too much pressure on it to lift the Vx, second, the Sea-Doo looks ten times as modern (I like to make sure my pride and joy doesn't look shit), and lastly because those stupid telltales wreak havoc in the marina spraying water over people. If I was on the poor end of the spectrum and used a jet ski as my main watercraft (like a yob) I could maybe understand the Vx but I'm not, and you guys have to understand that this is what the spark was made for, being a fun tender for a boat like mine, not a rival for the Vx.
the telltale may be annoying to some but we use or WaveRunners in the surf. It enables us to see other WaveRunners that may be hidden behind a wave. so it does represent a useful safety aspect
Yamaha seems to have the upper end on most comparisons, that spark looks rough, and I was all about one for next year. Its like a old ladies power wheels.
Reliability and build quality is everything to most Australians. I bought a Yamaha due to their reliability shown by their outboards. Commercial fleets are getting 4000hours out of their outboards and the Waverunners in excess of 1000 hours. Yamaha has a national support network whereas SeaDoo is only in capital cities. When I am 40 miles out to sea doing tow ins (next stop is Antarctica) I want a machine that won't crack, won't break down and handle ocean chop. I have to tow the damn Spark 650 miles to get it serviced or repaired by a SeaDoo dealer. Keep your plastic crap back in America
So review from a guy who sells Kawasaki and Yamaha, gives fact incorrectly? Call me shocked. Having a big tank doesn't mean longer distance because the Yamaha engine sucks 3 times as much gas. Do the math on the long run.
Excellent comparison video. I’m buying a pwc this spring and this video just made me change my mind. Going to spend the extra $1,500 on the Yamaha. Seems well worth it. (yes I did notice that the video was sponsored by Yamaha)
that Spark will not be around in 10+ years. that yamaha VX will. long term reliability, serviceability, superior fit, finish and quality of materials are what set apart a Yamaha from a Seadoo. The end.
Moron, a motor can be used for most applications if you seal it properly. Since it works so well in skidoos, it has proven itself for many years. I guess all those guys that put corvette engines in their boats....oh right destroys your argument.
Chris Burger they are. I have two gti130's. One made in Canada and the other in Mexico and if I pulled the sticker off you would not be able to decipher which came from where.
I’m a die hard BRP man but if you’re gonna buy an entry level PWC there is only one choice and that’s the Yamaha. Little more money but twice the machine.
Sea-Doo tried to make the cheapest biggest piece of crap and they succeeded in all their four strokes you better like your watercraft to be in the shop because that's where it's going to be Yamaha has always been King
They may be both their respective manufacturer's entry level ski, but they aren't targeted for the same crowd. The only reason they compete with each other is, because Yamaha hasn't come out with a ski that's as basic as the Spark. In all actuality the VX compares more closely to the GTS, with price, standard features, and specs. They failed to mention some of the most attractive traits the Spark has going for it in this video. Personally I'd rather have a VX, but I don't like how unfair the majority of reviews and comparisons that are available have been.
Mike Dean I was thinking the same thing. The GTS would have been a more fair comparison.
Mike Dean What are the most "attractive traits" of the Spark?? I'm shopping around for a jet ski.So I'm new.
the metal bands beneath the hull of the spark are heat exchangers.... as the spark has a closed loop cooling system they act like the radiator..
the spark has half the fuel capacity because it drinks half as much fuel..
the spark is much faster out of the hole than the vx... it has 20 hp less.. but weighs half acts much... you decide.
lol you must have a shitty spatk and feel bad about your purchase. the spark is a pos and it will soon show.
+Gator Pantz I have a spark.. it's not shitty
my buddy has a vx.. he wishes he had a spark.. my craft is better performing in all aspects except his vx is 3 mph more top end and handles slightly better in rough chop
Lolol. Spark sucks. Id rather be on a motorcycle than a moped
+Gator Pantz good for you :-)
+Gator Pantz have you ridden a spark?
they should make the disclaimer that this video is sponsored by Yamaha more clear
Stop being a sook and face facts
Agreed.
sharkcraft face what facts that the spark is a completely different machine. Good luck with your engine blowing up after 160 hours
I love the idea of the small sporty Sea Doo Spark. So much so, I purchased 2 of them. Then one weekend, I was skipping across Lake Mead with one of the Sparks, (something I have done for over 30 years on a PWC) and the recycled plastic hull cracked big time on a wake. That shouldn't happen.
When the recycled plastic cracks, it keeps going and keeps going. The hull is completely ruined. I would recommend looking into a PWC not made from recycled plastic.
lololololol thats what you get for buying a shit seadoo. lololololol. sorry I feel bad for you. did you buy a yamaha?
Do you work for Yamaha? I've seen you make this comment word for word on many spark videos. I've pounded waves on Lake michigan ( some of the most unforgiving waters in the world) launched off of 4+ feet waves and landed flat with out a single problem. Take your propaganda somewhere else.
No. I don't work for Yamaha. I am an avid boater with over 40 years on the water. My first PWC was a Kawasaki back in 1978. I can tell by your tone that I have more experience and knowledge than you have wisdom.
My point is that recycled plastic is a bad idea for a PWC. Take a one gallon milk jug and drop it on the ground. The "single" long crack is the same thing that happens to Sparks.
Plastic is a bad idea for a boat.
@Mofo Jones You my friend must be a dumb Rider, been riding my spark for3 year and my plastic ring is in perfect condition.
Metal on the bottom of the spark is a closed loop cooling system for salt water....plus motor mounts
Yeah but spend about 500 more get the trixx that has trim adjustable handles and is way nicer
the sparks engine compartment rarely needs to be accessed.. "it's not really breaking a seal" it's the same as removing the seat on your yamaha.
also flushing the system is a lot easier on the spark.. the access point is next to the jet drive and not inside the engine compartment.
the sparks sponsons are not adjustable.. they are replaceable if you want a firmer cut when making a turn
I personally enjoy powersliding my spark around corners.
actually it does cuz yamaha engines are the most durable on the planet so you won't be going in for repairs. on the spark on the other hand, it has a huge problem with its shafts which 2 out of 16 people have to change which costs at least 3000 dollars. If your going to be going into repairs every weekend then it wouldn't be very pleasant to take off the entire plastic hull xD xD
Does anybody have videos about this how to flush and accesing the engine
I know this is back in 2014, but really the comparison should be a 3up spark (ibr, vts, etc) and a Yamaha EX. I think making the price closer (even) let's people make better purchasing decisions.
What a joke the video itself is sponsored by yamaha and the UA-cam channel "team charlotte powersports" isn't a seadoo dealer
do yourself a favor, if your looking into buying a rec lite pwc go to a dealer that sells both skis and decide urself
The front storage on the Yamaha isant waterproof
Hunter J neither is any seadoo dumbass
The Yamaha dealer in the video claimed it was waterproof moron
@@noobishfish6137 he mentioned that the Yamaha is dipshit.
I have a Sunseeker Predator 60 for which I purchased a tender (a brig 400 with a 30hp Yamaha outboard) and a Jetski (a Sea-Doo Spark) and I used to own a Sea-Doo RXP. From my experience I can say that although Yamaha engines are built like tanks, the reason I and a lot of others I know have the Sparks over the Vx is for a few reasons. First because of the weight, I lift my Spark onto the bathing platform with a passarelle and it would really put too much pressure on it to lift the Vx, second, the Sea-Doo looks ten times as modern (I like to make sure my pride and joy doesn't look shit), and lastly because those stupid telltales wreak havoc in the marina spraying water over people. If I was on the poor end of the spectrum and used a jet ski as my main watercraft (like a yob) I could maybe understand the Vx but I'm not, and you guys have to understand that this is what the spark was made for, being a fun tender for a boat like mine, not a rival for the Vx.
the telltale may be annoying to some but we use or WaveRunners in the surf. It enables us to see other WaveRunners that may be hidden behind a wave. so it does represent a useful safety aspect
Not a fan of Sea Doo but this isnt a fair comparison. Spark vs ex series would be more accurate.
Their wasn't a EX series in 2014 which was when this was shot. The EX replaced the VX series in 2017.
must have been in touring mode for 0-30 sparks do it in like 1.9 seconds
Fabian Vargas 😂😂😂 so true
Fabian Vargas no not really I work on jetskis sparks are shit and always will be
noobishfish true
Who rides on a jet ski like that (the second person) you’d fall off in an instant😂😂
what a joke you can't even compare the 2 they are both 2 very different machines an a different purpose
Both are awesome but that 1990s look on the Yamaha makes me lean towards the sea doo
Yamaha seems to have the upper end on most comparisons, that spark looks rough, and I was all about one for next year. Its like a old ladies power wheels.
This guy sounds like this is his first time seeing a spark
The front storage on the Yamaha isnt waterproof
The Yamaha has 110 horsepower and the spark has 90 and its a smaller machine so its not the same thing
The Yamaha just looks so dull
Might be true.. compare it to a Toyota Corolla, not the sexiest car in the world but will never let you down.
Mitchell Tomlinson it is.. but id it still proves to be solid and capable, why change? Don’t think the spark is still in production in 2028
Worst part is yamaha is advertising spark for free. Haven't seen spark advertising for others😅😅😅😅
Gostaria de ver com tradução em português, Brazil
“Tests you can trust”
Brought to you by Yamaha and Kawasaki, and cigarettes are loaded with vitamins.
Reliability and build quality is everything to most Australians. I bought a Yamaha due to their reliability shown by their outboards. Commercial fleets are getting 4000hours out of their outboards and the Waverunners in excess of 1000 hours. Yamaha has a national support network whereas SeaDoo is only in capital cities. When I am 40 miles out to sea doing tow ins (next stop is Antarctica) I want a machine that won't crack, won't break down and handle ocean chop. I have to tow the damn Spark 650 miles to get it serviced or repaired by a SeaDoo dealer. Keep your plastic crap back in America
Interesting that SeaDoo now holds over 60% of the market. If its so bad for reliability no one would buy them.
The Yamaha is smooth luxury the spark is ajile and fun
So review from a guy who sells Kawasaki and Yamaha, gives fact incorrectly? Call me shocked. Having a big tank doesn't mean longer distance because the Yamaha engine sucks 3 times as much gas. Do the math on the long run.
I have been a seadoo fan since 96 and have a couple, but that spark seems like just cheap garbage. I would take the Yamaha on this one.
Spark can be compared with jet blaster by yamaha
Excellent comparison video. I’m buying a pwc this spring and this video just made me change my mind. Going to spend the extra $1,500 on the Yamaha. Seems well worth it. (yes I did notice that the video was sponsored by Yamaha)
People want to have fun in the water not to have more horsepower or more storage can you do whealie with a trash Yamaha
Yeah i wanna buy a new spark. but i like to do my own maintenance sea doo seems unpratical
wheres the boat saftey kits? :P :)
I love my Seadoo spark! I posted a fun Vlog about me putting it in the water. Check it out :)
that Spark will not be around in 10+ years.
that yamaha VX will.
long term reliability, serviceability, superior fit, finish and quality of materials are what set apart a Yamaha from a Seadoo.
The end.
You forgot to say horsepower, oh wait yamaha can't make that much Hp
horsepower doesnt mean much when your broken down in the ocean! enjoy your snowmobile motor buddie, ill stick with a dedicated marine engine.
gureno19 so true 🙌🏻
gureno19 you do know that 7 marine uses a Cadillac CTS engine right?
Moron, a motor can be used for most applications if you seal it properly. Since it works so well in skidoos, it has proven itself for many years. I guess all those guys that put corvette engines in their boats....oh right destroys your argument.
How about you actually compare 2 similarly priced pwc’s not just 2 random skis
The Yamaha looks like its 20 year old
Thesasha Friberg not really it just looks old compated to seadoo
It looks like a fat whale.
I heard the entire Sea-Doo line up is now made in Mexico. Hmmmm.
Chris Burger they are. I have two gti130's. One made in Canada and the other in Mexico and if I pulled the sticker off you would not be able to decipher which came from where.
Ford doesn't manufacture a single car made in the USA besides the mustang, your point?
buy the spark. I'm gettin an EX Yamaha. di whatever dafuk u wanna
hahah.. this is such a fucking hose job
90 hp compared to 160 hp
I’m a die hard BRP man but if you’re gonna buy an entry level PWC there is only one choice and that’s the Yamaha. Little more money but twice the machine.
Sea-Doo tried to make the cheapest biggest piece of crap and they succeeded in all their four strokes you better like your watercraft to be in the shop because that's where it's going to be Yamaha has always been King
I pick the Yamaha.
Sea-Doo is junk.
Ah sea doo, the walmart of pwc's
Seadoos are junk
Sea doo Spark sucks !! Get the Yamaha VX Limited.
You want to give me that extra $4,000 for the Yamaha?