PWC Advances Since Their Development

Personal watercraft, otherwise known as PWC, have been around since the late 1960s, when they were invented. Their true heyday came during the 1980s, when several large powersports manufacturers entered the market with their own powerful, fast, and fun personal watercraft. But it’s been almost four decades since then, and a lot has changed in the world of PWC. Here are just a few of the ways that PWC technology has advanced.

Aerodynamic Stylings

Early PWC were wide and heavy, with somewhat clunky frames that didn’t exactly lend themselves to high speeds or agile maneuvers. However, developments in engineering have created much more aerodynamic and sleek PWC that are narrower and come with multistage hull designs with sponsons to enhance performance and chines to assist you with cornering as you lean. A more sculpted saddle allows riders to keep their legs closer together to make use of their leg muscles when turning the watercraft, thus saving upper-body effort.

More Features

You couldn’t get the features of today’s PWC on an older model. For example, a reverse mode for personal watercraft wasn’t even available until 1990. Major PWC manufacturers have taken the initiative to create specialized reversing systems that also offer a neutral gear, and today’s models can also help you to bring the PWC to a stop with a redirected thrust.

When you’re ready to check out our selection of new and used PWC for sale, visit our dealership in Kansas City, MO. We can offer you financing options on your personal watercraft purchase, too. Advantage PowerSports serves our Missouri customers in the cities of Columbia, and St. Joseph.