How Can Can a FishPro Go On a Single Tank of Fuel: The Watercraft Journal Ep. 123

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  • Опубліковано 19 кві 2023
  • Sea-Doo's own Tim McKercher pushes a 2022 Sea-Doo FishPro Trophy to the very edge by documenting how far a naturally-aspirated Rotax 1630 ACE can go on a single tank of 87 octane! You WILL NOT believe the mileage this ST3-hulled machine gets when set in ECO mode the entire time.
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  • @vonelders
    @vonelders Рік тому +17

    Great video. Thanks for taking the time and money to do this. It was really informative. So, 114 nautical miles in 4.2 hours on an 18.5 gallon tank, you got 6.16 NM/gal with an average speed of 27.14 NM/hour. That's really useful information for trip planning.

    • @USMCTexan
      @USMCTexan 11 місяців тому +8

      Keep in mind too, going through very choppy conditions or rough seas will bring down fuel economy, so will a loaded ice chest. We take these things offshore fishing a lot and there is a huge community of folks that have built modified racks that hole two five gallon marine fuel jugs instead of sea-doo’s single four gallon 250$ tank 🤣
      Check out Mike Stinger SeaDoo mods, good stuff

  • @evandonaldson8906
    @evandonaldson8906 7 місяців тому +3

    Finally, somebody makes a video worth watching! The background music was perfect.

  • @LifeBeginsOnTheWater
    @LifeBeginsOnTheWater Рік тому +15

    Pretty damn good! Great job Tim, appreciate you sharing that information. I can only imagine imagine how many people wanted that information. Very very useful!
    Billy D

  • @user-oo3lo8kz4e
    @user-oo3lo8kz4e Рік тому +3

    awesome information U did, I live in Korea and my name is John. whenever I rode my fishpro 170, I had a curiosity how I could go with full tank. Today, I watched your beautiful Journal and I really appreciated with your useful experience in spite of spending time and gas. Thank you Tim.

  • @hairychesticles1
    @hairychesticles1 Рік тому +6

    i would love to see more range videos on other seadoo models. good video

    • @aerialvation
      @aerialvation 3 місяці тому +1

      I am gonna do a video on a fully loaded RXT in open ocean to the Bahamas soon on my other channel @NomadicMotorrad

  • @NigelHay
    @NigelHay Рік тому +5

    A great video, nicely documented. I was planning on doing a similar thing on Lake Erie (fresh water) with my GTX 170

  • @jorbedo
    @jorbedo 11 місяців тому +1

    The right kind of video, very informative! Thanks

  • @kevinmalott9625
    @kevinmalott9625 6 місяців тому +1

    Well done!

  • @clarkewoodfin
    @clarkewoodfin 2 місяці тому

    very well shot and edited ! And great music as well. I'm planning to get a Fishpro Trophy and this was very informative. Thanks for your time !

  • @southwestoffroad
    @southwestoffroad 11 місяців тому +3

    This is a really good video. I’ve been wondering the same. It would be great if you guys could get a few of the models together and do a range shootout between models (170’s, 230’s and 300’s) using this same track to see the differences between engine sizes and models.

  • @superlite177
    @superlite177 Рік тому +2

    Excellent job, looking at ordering one. Additional fuel sell is a must, cheers.

  • @stevenzielke3242
    @stevenzielke3242 Рік тому

    Great video, great topic. Thanks

  • @mikegunn3152
    @mikegunn3152 7 місяців тому

    Awesome information thank you. I just purchased 2 of these.

  • @Rick-tp3sg
    @Rick-tp3sg Рік тому

    Great content and very informative. Video well done.

  • @mashdatrashvideos2831
    @mashdatrashvideos2831 Рік тому

    this is great, such good info

  • @marksmadhousemetaphysicalm2938
    @marksmadhousemetaphysicalm2938 3 місяці тому

    This is exactly what I’ve been looking for…thanks…

  • @julianbecerra3508
    @julianbecerra3508 3 місяці тому

    Finally I got a answer thanks for sharing

  • @luizfelipepaes9433
    @luizfelipepaes9433 Рік тому

    Fantastic. I just bought one and this will give me confidence to go further.

    • @USMCTexan
      @USMCTexan 11 місяців тому

      Remember that a loaded ice chest or rough seas will impact fuel economy big time

  • @robertmoody2221
    @robertmoody2221 Рік тому

    That’s amazing

  • @nojabformeeducateyourself3393
    @nojabformeeducateyourself3393 Місяць тому

    So the Explorer Pro 170 should be about the same. Thank you for taking the time resources to make this video.

  • @Killemgrillem00
    @Killemgrillem00 3 місяці тому

    Thank you. I just bought a 2024 Fish Pro Trophy and will fish the Northeast out of Montauk, Long Island. I was wondering what the range would be. Brilliant informative video

  • @OurLifeInAus
    @OurLifeInAus Рік тому +2

    Not bad at all!! That is about 210km from a 75-liter fuel tank = 2.8km per liter. You mentioned "real world conditions", but that depends on your area and what you are doing with the ski. Your water seemed to be very nice and flat most of the way. It just goes to show what weight and water conditions can do to fuel consumption. In real world offshore fishing conditions (Australia) for me, I average about 1.2 - 1.6 km per liter (depending on the type of fishing), which will give me 48-65 nautical miles to the tank. Bear in mind that this is loaded with fishing gear, 2 people, and a set of fishing tubbies fitted to the sides. Because of this, I have added the additional 40 liter "long range" fuel tank to extend my distance to 75-100 nautical miles on my ski. But a good test/video to establish a base line!!

    • @emiliolledo7416
      @emiliolledo7416 10 місяців тому

      I think its not 210 km ?? it much less

  • @yoHOBODAN
    @yoHOBODAN 10 місяців тому

    Decades ago I would take my Kawasaki Jet Ski from Ventura to Santa Barbara marinas and back.. 27 miles one way.. Didnt have enough gas to go round trip.. Always needed to fill up in Santa Barbara. But, the waves were a lot choppier than where you are.

  • @michaelcameron3358
    @michaelcameron3358 Рік тому +1

    Hello, just curious what your thoughts are on the older seadoo 260’s with the S3 hulls? Appreciate your input

  • @douglasdinh6807
    @douglasdinh6807 Рік тому +1

    Can can can you do the can can

  • @GunWoundsTV
    @GunWoundsTV Рік тому

    good choice of background music

  • @cliffart7398
    @cliffart7398 Рік тому

    so with a load of fishing gear and a cooler cut that down about 20-30%. still can go out over 20 miles from shore to fish, if the seas allow it. I am impressed. I wouldn't, but a brave soul can. I certainly wouldn't do it without some support.

  • @aerialvation
    @aerialvation 3 місяці тому

    Biggest point here actually, is that running it out of gas will still work after refueling it

  • @aerialvation
    @aerialvation 3 місяці тому

    I am guess in open ocean in normal 1-2 foot swells would do about 110-120 miles and maybe 100-105 loaded down, which is much better than my 75-80 miles on my RXT in ECO

  • @jasonmekush5280
    @jasonmekush5280 Рік тому

    that doo got 7 mpg impressive nice machine if you are into fishing.

  • @blainewherley3372
    @blainewherley3372 2 місяці тому

    Do these do well idling up into tributaries? Throttle blippin slow speeds while floating. Lots of at idle. Or maybe starting and stopping the motor.

  • @albertojhernandez169
    @albertojhernandez169 Рік тому

    I so want Togo. 😊

  • @TheOneTheChameleon
    @TheOneTheChameleon Рік тому

    What was the constant RPMS. The mileage is awesome ❤ but full disclosure of information is key.
    And if a Slightly larger Impeller on this Ski would get less or more MPG....
    These are questions for WCJ.... Please Advise as it’s to me the next part of Ride is best Gas Mileage for all Skis.
    Thxs for Sharing!

  • @albertojhernandez169
    @albertojhernandez169 Рік тому

    Would also love compared it with a rxtx

  • @charlesk7059
    @charlesk7059 Рік тому +1

    What kind of hat is that? It doesn’t fall off at 30mph? Amazing

  • @Breakitjake
    @Breakitjake Рік тому

    FzR sho goes 110 miles and still had some range. Open ocean 3-5 ft waves

  • @christianrm874
    @christianrm874 Рік тому +1

    Hey mate! Love your vids. May i ask, im an ocean only fisherman so dont really care about speed. I want the most stable and dryest pwc. Would you choose a 2023 fxho with smc hull or the fishpro? Thanks in advance

  • @rechitsapivo
    @rechitsapivo 3 місяці тому

    That information should be available in the specifications. But for all of the long distance claims, know where can I find the range. Which makes me think that if they had something to boast about they would have done it, but since they do not specify the range on a vehicle that is supposed to go long distance it means that there's nothing special about that range, and it's probably not worth spending $20,000 on.

  • @hernzo9798
    @hernzo9798 Рік тому

    I did 80km on light offshore swells on my gtx300 used just under quarter tank if gauge was right I could have done 320km(200 miles)on one tank

  • @robertbrawer2840
    @robertbrawer2840 Рік тому

    Great video! I just got my Fish Pro and new to the PWC world. Did you vent (remove the seat) the bilge after using the gas caddy? How easy is the gas caddy to fill in the water? Thanks!

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Рік тому +1

      Why would you pull the seat?

    • @robertbrawer2840
      @robertbrawer2840 Рік тому +2

      @@watercraftjournal I was told to pull the seat to vent after filling up with fuel…like I said novice…thanks!

    • @Dr_Flankensteinn
      @Dr_Flankensteinn Рік тому

      While the seadoo fuel caddy has the benefit of utilizing the LinQ system. Most of us long range riders use a PWC Superrack along with 2 - 5 gal sure gas cans they are easier to use as they have a bendable spout IMHO! Rule of thumb is about 4-5mpg averaging 40-50mph with bursts of open throttle* - *Disclaimer: Your mileage may vary!

    • @djlowformat
      @djlowformat Рік тому

      the fuel port on this new ski are not under the seat, the last ski i i had in the 90 u had to remove the seat, not on these one s

  • @ClubMayview
    @ClubMayview Рік тому

    Depends on how fast you want to get there.

  • @separatereality1747
    @separatereality1747 Рік тому

    And now with three people😊

  • @stevesells9545
    @stevesells9545 8 місяців тому

    I'm starting to rig my '23 FX Cruiser HO for going offshore out of the Clearwater area. I was thinking I could go 30-35 miles out and back on one tank with a cooler and gear. The yamaha fuel alert beeps non stop once you get down to a 1/4 tank

    • @mattsbrute
      @mattsbrute 6 місяців тому

      You can disable that. Just unplug the beeper. Little 2 wire connector on driver side in front storage compartment. up high. Easy Peasy

  • @danav3387
    @danav3387 Рік тому

    Haha. Just wondering how you drive out 18 gallons of fuel then make it back on 2?? Just messing with you.... Thanks for being out there keeping the pwc life going.

  • @ArbitraryLifestyle
    @ArbitraryLifestyle 7 місяців тому

    How Can Can?!

  • @brandonyork9924
    @brandonyork9924 Місяць тому

    Can you provide your GoPro setup?

  • @jasonmekush5280
    @jasonmekush5280 Рік тому

    yamaha vx deluxe tr1 holds the record for longest run on a tank 18 gall times 7 mpg

  • @maximalniy
    @maximalniy Рік тому +1

    I bought Fish Pro recently and Garmin doesn't show the depth and fish, should i install anything additional?

  • @firstnamelastname9013
    @firstnamelastname9013 Рік тому

    👏👏👍👍

  • @bradz7
    @bradz7 Рік тому +3

    That's pretty damn impressive. I'd love to see the same test with a 300 in eco. I'd do it myself, but I'm a bit of a pussy 😂

  • @davidbalan6571
    @davidbalan6571 Рік тому +1

    High speed Quality Mph Jet 🎿 Sea Doo RX260 and RX300 mostly expensive then Kawasaki Ultra 310LX and GP1300 🌊 runner YAMAHA .

  • @thegoodvsthebad
    @thegoodvsthebad Рік тому

    How can ?

  • @scotttabak5738
    @scotttabak5738 Рік тому

    Should have a 300 w you

  • @ia6980
    @ia6980 2 місяці тому

    How far into ocean, not next to coast lines? So tell us how far into ocean?

  • @waynemack1140
    @waynemack1140 Рік тому

    I think it would’ve been a better test for how far you could go if you loaded down the Sea-Doo with coolers rods and reels put some weight on it like a normal fisherman. Would you want it completely empty just that extra tank of gas where is your food and water? You’re going to be out all day long nothing to eat or drink specially to drink, not a true test. Where is your mothership?

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Рік тому

      We did it as such because this is how someone on an Explorer Pro or a GTX 170 would've gone (naturally aspirated engine and all).

  • @TomL2025
    @TomL2025 Рік тому

    Fish pro needs more horsepower, 230 to 300 horsepower

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Рік тому

      Fishermen would rather have the range and MPG. I’ve seen Sea-Doo’s questionnaire results.

    • @jasondavis4421
      @jasondavis4421 Рік тому +1

      And another one! Yup helicopters would go faster with more horsepower too! You wouldnt gain a thing with more horsepower your impellor, pump inlet and nozzle dictate what you would call power of a watercraft..yes if you upgraded the intake impellor and nozle it would require more power too push the water volume, but as is the horspower is allready more then needed too drive the inlet, empellor and nozle of that machine..you might change the intake grate, upgrade the impellor and pick up some power..

  • @Local_Boydidgood
    @Local_Boydidgood Рік тому

    Why would I buy this instead of a cheap, used 2 person ski? I could add everything this has for a fraction of the price..?
    You could add a fish finder, mud rods and never spend this kind of money.
    Must be nice.

  • @wadesteven4270
    @wadesteven4270 Рік тому

    Far Far…

  • @williamlutsch4259
    @williamlutsch4259 2 місяці тому +1

    Noone should run a vehicle completely out of fuel. The fuel pump works really hard and is cooled and lubricated by the fuel going through. The fuel pump will have immediate wear once there isnt any fuel running through it. Replaced many a fuel pump and this is the number 1 culprit

  • @andreabta
    @andreabta Рік тому

    What's eco mode 🤔🤔🤔 is it standard on every ski 😂😂😂😂 mine only sees sport mode 😂 and runs a lot with a full tank of petrol 😂😂😂 worse case just carry some extra fuel... Nice video

  • @RayRay-31B
    @RayRay-31B 11 місяців тому

    Too many commercials before the video started. Never made it to the video.

  • @shibainu3586
    @shibainu3586 Рік тому

    Music sucks brother! Next time just use the audio from your voice, would be a lot better

  • @grassojoe
    @grassojoe Рік тому

    Nice video.
    Horrible music.

  • @jeffbryner5355
    @jeffbryner5355 Рік тому +1

    How can can??? 😂😂😂😂. That doesn't make any sense and nor does fishing on a danm pwc either 😂