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Replacing the OEM steering system on a Runabout not only alters the riders’ ergonomics but also provides a stronger steering pole that can withstand the higher forces that are applied during race conditions. Some companies offer cheaper solutions that usually provide part of the steering system. Such a system weakens the whole steering pole and when higher forces are applied it breaks like… a cucumber. To avoid any hazards it is advised to install from the beginning a proper heavy duty steering system in order to avoid any nasty surprises.

The pictured engine belongs to EME1000 race craft that was originally designed for Freestyle use. Crankcases and crank comes from Octane whilst the cylinder block and the head are made by EME. This is the 1000cc version and produces 210hp. It features a dual cooling system and has a specially built race pipe manufactured from titanium by Factory Pipe. The engine is fed by dual Novi new generation carbs and a set of pneumatic power valves are installed at the exhaust side. Note the tricky gas tank that keeps the minimum gas needed for practice or race. The ignition comes from MSD and originally designed for the particular engine.

Lots of tuners use to build race boats for the Ski Open Class that are equipped with RRP pole bracket in order to enhance the incoming air to the engine compartment. Though, according to IJSBA rules it is prohibited to alter the deck shape or to make any modifications to it. Therefore, adding an extra hole to it may bring you first to the finish line though you may end up not passing the technical inspection and DQed.

Rumors are currently going around about the change of rules in Pro Ski class. Among the new regulations it might possibly permitted the use cylinders with bigger displacement up to 900cc or even 1000cc. During the World Finals a Japanese company had on display such a cylinder block which was machined from billet aluminum and it also featured CNC machined pneumatic power valves. We have already been informed that other famous tuners like Steve Webster of Jet Ski Unlimited plan to build tricky Yamaha for next year’s World Finals.

Recently, ex Rius Racing chief mechanic Christophe Girello and his wife Karine put an end to their cooperation with Rius Racing. They cooperated with ex Rius mechanic and manager Frenchman Lilian Beaumer and opened a new business in Havasu, scoping to sell pwc’s, develop special parts and built race crafts of any kind. You may reach them at TECH ONE RACING: 1640 W. Acoma Unit A 112, Lake Havasu City AZ 86403 - USA Ph.001.928.680.62.00 / Fax.001.928.680.62.01 www.techoneracing.com

R&D has already started working on the development of new products for the new Yamaha musclecraft. According to Bill Chapin the company is designing a new handling package (intake grate and sponsons) and also plans to manufacture a kit for the new engine that will increase the horsepower to an additional 40hp. Chapin had mentioned that the particular engine has the potential for a great performance.

MaccRacing is developing a new hull for the Kawasaki Ultra 250X in order to enhance the sport characteristics of the particular hull. The particular hull is actually a second generation Ultra hull according to Multi World Champion Chris MacClugage. Possibly it will be equipped with a new set of sponsons and intake great too. We expect to see it as a finished product soon as well as finding out its cost.