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THE SEA-DOO CHALLENGER BOAT FAMILY DELIVERS MAXIMUM COMFORT AND VALUE

09 Saturday Jun 2012

Posted by Sea-Doo OnBoard Editor in MUST HAVE OF THE WEEK

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Sea-Doo 210 Challenger S

 

BRP’s 2012 Sea-Doo Challenger boats family offers ultimate boating value and fun with three full-featured platforms featuring Direct Drive Jet Propulsion. Sea-Doo Challenger models offer more cockpit space, more standard features, more advanced technologies and premium fit and finish. New for 2012 is BRP’s optional weedless system on select 210 and 230 Challenger models and the full integration of the award-winning intelligent Throttle Control (iTC) across the entire Challenger line.

 

 

2012 Sea-Doo Challenger Boat Models

  • 180 Challenger – Enhanced with iTC
  • 180 Challenger SE (Special Edition) – Enhanced with iTC
  • 210 Challenger – NEW
  • 210 Challenger S – NEW
  • 210 Challenger SE
  • 230 Challenger
  • 230 Challenger SE

 2012 Sea-Doo 180 Challenger – ENHANCED WITH iTC

BRP’s 2012 Sea-Doo 180 Challenger offers families advanced technologies in a complete all-around package, making the most of the boating lifestyle while respecting their recreational budget. New for 2012 on the 180 Challenger is the integration of BRP’s award winning iTC (intelligent Throttle Control) system that allows the captain to customize the power delivery electronically and be informed of nearly all engine operations through the easy to see, dashboard mounted Infocenter. The new iTC modes include ECO Mode, Cruise Control, and Docking Mode that provides smooth power delivery in loading/unloading and docking situations.

The 180 Challenger receives its power from the ROTAX 4-TEC 1.5l supercharged marine engine and efficient, Direct Drive Jet Propulsion system. The Sea-Doo Direct Drive Jet Propulsion system provides ultra responsive steering, flatter turning and minimal bow rise. Sea-Doo boats also offer greater shallow water capabilities and added safety for swimmers as they have no exposed propellers, rudders or fins compared to stern drive boats. The 180 Challenger comes in three striking color choices: Riviera Blue and Scarlet Red in the standard models and a third color, Black in the SE model. It is easy to drive, easy to maintain and comes standard with custom matching trailer making it the ideal, first time boat or add-to-fleet option for the seasoned boater.

The 180 Challenger SE package adds; bow and cockpit covers, bimini top, stainless steel pull-up cleats, ski eye, cup holders and rub rails, snap-in cockpit carpet, depth finder, two additional speakers and forward swept, folding tower option and availability to upgrade to the ROTAX 4-TEC 1.5l supercharged high output engine.

NEW 2012 Sea-Doo 210 Challenger and 210 Challenger S

BRP’s NEW 2012 Sea-Doo 210 Challenger and 210 Challenger S make full-sized recreational boating fun more accessible to families two ROTAX 4-TEC marine engine packages featuring the award winning iTC system. The 210 Challenger model provides the space needed to live it up in a size that doesn’t go overboard. The new 210 Challenger and 210 Challenger S models’ single engine option gives boating families more power package choices to fit their boating needs and budgets. The new single engine package offers comparable performance to most similar sized stern drive offerings while the twin-engine 210 Challenger S model push it into the upper echelon of recreational boating performance. Both models benefit from direct drive jet propulsion while offering substantially more living space than its competitors with seating for 10†.

Both 2012 Challenger and Challenger S models are available in two color options, Riviera Blue and Scarlet Red. Both models feature iTC, satellite‑ready AM/FM radios with USB and auxiliary input, removable cooler, premium helm, anchor locker, ski pylon (on non tower configurations), large swim platform storage and tandem axle trailer. The 210 Challenger S package adds a three-position cockpit table, snap-in carpet, bimini top and clear bi-fold bow door.

The 210 Challenger SE package take this family runabout to a premium level by adding a third color option of black, double transat seat design, bow and cockpit covers, stainless steel pull-up cleats, rub-rails and cup holders, bow ladder, ski mode, depth finder, transom mounted LCD stereo system remote, two additional speakers and optional forward swept folding tower, and choice between ROTAX 4-TEC twin 1.5l injected of supercharged engine package. BRP’s new weedless system option is available for both the twin-engine 210 Challenger S and SE models.

2012 Sea-Doo 230 Challenger

BRP’s 2012 Sea-Doo 230 Challenger provides more horsepower, more room for passengers and long list of the features desired by boaters, standard and at a better value.  Cockpit and storage space are a premium on any boat and the Sea‑Doo 230 Challenger model over delivers in every category with comfortable seating for 12 and well thought out storage design to stow nearly everything you could need for a fun filled day on the water. The helm console design on the 230 Challenger ensures the captain can easily see information regarding the boats functions, making all controls easy to access while at the dock and under way. 

The Sea-Doo 230 Challenger is available in Scarlet Red, Riviera Blue and a third color, Black in the SE model. Three power options offer flexibility among boating families to find the right Sea-Doo 230 Challenger model to fit their boating needs. Each 230 Challenger is equipped with the standard benefits that come with Direct Drive Jet Propulsion providing unparalleled close quarter/docking maneuverability.  Additionally, the 230 Challenger rivals it’s nearest comparable stern drive boat in fuel economy and with clear performance advantages with less maintenance. For 2012 BRP offers the new weedless system for all Sea-Doo 230 Challenger models.

The 230 Challenger SE package adds; adjustable height drivers seat, bow and cockpit covers, bimini top, stainless steel pull-up cleats rub-rails and cup holders, snap-in carpet, cockpit table with two mount locations, see-thru cockpit door, depth finder, two additional speakers and optional forward swept wakeboard tower and choice of a ROTAX 4-TEC twin 1.5l injected, supercharged or a supercharged high output marine engine packages.

DOCTOR DOO: Don’t Get “Steered” Wrong Sea-Doo Boaters

08 Wednesday Feb 2012

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Detect, inspect, and adjust to ensure you are running in-line.

It has been a frequent question since 1994 when, then Bombardier, introduced their first Sea-Doo a
boat, the Speedster. The twin engined, twin direct drive water jet propelled machine was a new type of fun, and the family could come along too! Along with the new machine came some new mechanical layouts that differ from the standard PWC.

 

Most often PPG hears “Why won’t my boat go straight?” or “it really pulls to the left!” or to the right….

 

Well, it’s usually one or two things, sometimes as many as three elements that need to be addressed.

 

A simple Straight Edge can be used to determine is the steering nozzles are aligned or not aligned.

We’re showing a simple way, using a calibrated straight edge, to assure that the steering nozzles themselves are aligned. The steering nozzles, well, they steer, they are what ultimately what steers the boat by pushing the transom to one side or the other.

1. – This should be the first aspect to be inspected. Using the straight edge it should have contact in four places at the steering nozzles. If not, align by adjusting the connecting rod between the two nozzles, or have a certified Sea-Doo dealer do this for you. Once your nozzles are aligned, ensure your nozzles and steering wheel are straight. If they are not there are two adjustment points for the actual steering cable; one at the steering nozzle end and one at the steering wheel end. Before adjusting these points be sure to consult a official BRP/Sea-Doo Shop Manual or better yet, have a BRP certified technician do the adjustment.

 

2. – Propulsion system inspection, It is very difficult for most operators to *never* have a small stone, shell, or even a piece of floating hardwood (stick or twig) to not get processed through the rapidly spinning impellers due to the strong suction of the pumps intakes themselves (refer to our last Dr. Doo article).

A slight ding in an impeller can be the reason for the boat to start pulling one way or the other, even though they are at the same RPM’s and the throttles are perfectly synchronized.

3. – Synchronizing Throttles: synchronizing of RPM via the throttles, if you have twin throttles, is key.

Some shops say this can be done accurately without being in the water with said unit….it can’t. The reason is that the two individual pumps have to have INDENTICAL pump loads for this to work. Now when the impellers and impeller wear-rings are in new condition it is much more feasible for all things to be equal within the pump assemblies.

Once the alignment is complete, considering that the jet pumps and the impellers are in good matching shape, it is time to synchronize the throttles. This is best left to a certified Sea-Doo technician also. Patience and training make the whole process much easier, and it doesn’t cost a lot for it to be done correctly.

So when the local BRP dealer is telling you these things have to be *right*, for it to steer correctly, and keep the throttles aligned, they are telling it to you…straight.

Hopefully this has helped shed some light on what can be an aggravating issue.

No matter where your boating takes you, Florida, California, Minnesota, New York, Texas, Ontario, where ever, Long may you run, Dr. Doo

Glen Perry of Perry Performance Group provides this installment of Doctor Doo and is a fitting author as he has earned his PHD in Doo care as a 35+ year veteran of the powersports industry with the last 20 specializing in Sea-Doo product. Perry is also the creator of the popular Sea-Doo forum sea-doo.net

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