Jet Ski · 11 ft · Up to 2 riders
An 11 ft Sea-Doo made for easygoing laps of the bay: a stepped touring seat for two, a boarding ladder at the stern and a 170 hp Rotax engine.
The Sea-Doo GTI SE 170 comes from the recreation line, the part of the range Sea-Doo builds for relaxed riding rather than racing. At 11 ft it feels planted yet light on the bars, so it works well for a first ride on Biscayne Bay, a couple sharing one seat or friends who want a steady machine before moving to something sportier.
The touring seat is long and stepped, which lifts the passenger a little above the driver. A boarding ladder at the stern helps riders climb back on after a dip. The 170 hp Rotax 1630 ACE engine pulls smoothly, a trim system changes how the bow sits on the water, and this unit carries a Bluetooth stereo with speakers on either side of the handlebar, next to two mirrors.
Half an hour is enough to get used to the throttle and the turns, and a full hour lets you wander the bay at your own pace. If you would rather follow someone, pick the guided hour or the two-hour guided ride. The GTI SE 170 runs $90 for 30 minutes, $150 for an hour, $160 for one guided hour and $300 for two.
It is a recreation model with calm, predictable handling, a touring seat and a 170 hp engine that has enough pull without feeling aggressive. This unit also has a Bluetooth stereo, so music comes along on the ride.
The driver sits forward at the handlebar, and the passenger takes the raised rear part of the stepped seat, holding on to the driver. After a swim, the ladder at the stern helps both of you climb back aboard.
Yes. It belongs to the recreation line, which Sea-Doo designs for relaxed riding, and its steady feel makes it a comfortable first machine. Riders after more power can look at a touring or performance model instead.
Yes. Name the GTI SE 170 in your request, and the advisor finds an operator who has one free on your date.
Riders: 2
Length: 11 feet
Power: 170 hp
Ride options: 30 min, 1 or 2 hours