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We haven’t seen an Indoor race in Bercy for two year, Yves Van Heers, decided to organize this year an Indoor event in Belgium. Well-known riders such as Nicolas Rius and Chris MacClugage will show up at this race along with the top class European riders. The event will take place at the Gent of Belgium on the 17th of April, also during the previous two days there will be an Indoor Windsurf race at the same stadium. The particular event is sponsored by Yamaha Europe. For more information log in to www.indoorjetski.be

The French rider Cyrille Lemoine was using a factory Rotax engine on his RXP, which utilized double fuel injectors, special programmable ignition, tricky pistons and a detonation sensor. The Frenchman’s engine was one of the only five that Rotax made especially for selected riders. One of his mechanics informed me that the engine output excess reached 300bhp. Even though, mechanical problems did not let Lemoine to participate in the Pro Runabout Open at the World Finals.

Sea Doo has released a new four-stroke model, the GTI SE. It is equipped with a brand new hull, which accommodates the well-known three cylinder engine. The latest version has been detuned in such a way that it produces the required horsepower for the entry-level use. Its basic accessory is no other than the removable, dry storage bucket. The new GTI SE accelerates smoothly from low rpm, which means that it does not get the honors to accelerate out of the hole. By throwing it into sweeping turns, it showed a tendency to go on a wider line; whilst on straight line is fairly stable. Its maximum speed tops 54mph, which is fine according to the class standards. The rider and the two passengers will cruise comfortably whilst the traction mats provide medium grip. The adequate storage compartments left us with a good impression. Overall, we got pleased with the new GTI, even though what we rode was not the final product.

The particular Kawasaki was one of the best among the ones that competed in the Pro Ski class at the World Finals, which impressed with its immaculate craftsmanship. Minoru Kanamori is the chief mechanic of the Kawasaki USA Jet Ski Team and former World Champion. His SX-R has ported cylinders, SE cylinder head, Novi carbs, V-Force reeds, Mitsubishi programmable ignition and Factory Pipe exhaust system. Kanamori has selected his own tricky cooling line routine and uses lots of aftermarket accessories from Sato Engineering (SE). The carbon ride plate of Craftman’s Movement is eye catching. A Skat-Trak pump and scoop are used whilst the drop nozzle comes from SE.

This is the best Limited SX-R that belongs to the World Champion, Seiko Osawa. After the World Finals, I rode this race craft at the Body Beach and I was really surprised with its behavior. The engine has a great, crispy response through the rpm band, providing great acceleration out of the hole and at medium rpm. Horsepower is spread in such a way that it does not wear you out. The SE ride plates along with the JSU sponsons provide superb handling. Additionally, the handling is enhanced by a good hook up of the aftermarket scoop and pump. The SE handle pole and steering assembly feels rigid and lightweight. The basic ingredients of the engine are the SE cylinder head and carbs, the Factory Pipe exhaust system, the Advent ignition, the Skat-Trak pump and the SE drop nozzle. Congratulations to the Tjusimoto Team and the World title winner Seiko Osawa.

A new class will be consisted this year at the European Tour. The new Veterans Class will be categorized at the Limited Class with a minimum of age of 35 years. In the US Tours it is limited for 30 year and over. Though, this is a great opportunity for the riders that until last year were trying to compete in the F1 class along with the younger Pro’s.

The International Jet Sports Boating Association is proud to announce that Australia will host the first Motosurf World Championship on February 26 of this year. “This is an exciting development for Personal Watercraft Racing,” said IJSBA Managing Director, Scott Frazier. “Initially we had planned on having Northern and Southern Hemisphere Championships with a points contest to determine the Motosurf World Champion host location for 2007. “However, affiliates from other potential Motosurf locations have opted to host other premiere IJSBA sanctioned events which will be announced shortly.” Frazier explained that the plan is to have three to four premiere title events outside of the United States with the World Finals remaining in the US. “Aside from closed course racing, there are other classifications of PWC competitions that are deserving of World Championship recognition,” continued Frazier. “These would include Surf Competitions, Indoor Racing, Endurance, and FreeRide type of contests.” The IJSBA also plans to rotate some of the venues and to allow different affiliates to host the events.