The 2022 Kawasaki Ultra 310 supercharged Jet Ski range has been unveiled ahead of showroom arrivals next year. Here’s everything we know so far. #KawasakiUltra310 #JetSki #Kawasaki #KawasakiUltra The 2022 Kawasaki Ultra 310 supercharged Jet Ski range has been unveiled ahead of showroom arrivals next year. It’s the biggest change to Kawasaki’s flagship model in 14 years, with a long list of industry first features and technology. After a decade in the Jet Ski wilderness – with industry insiders questioning Kawasaki’s future in the sport – the company has reaffirmed its commitment by investing heavily in the biggest change to its supercharged flagship in 14 years. The upgrades to the 2022 Kawasaki Ultra 310 – the pinnacle of the Kawasaki line-up – go way beyond the futuristic styling. With the changes come price hikes that follow similar increases for the new Sea-Doo and Yamaha models. There are three variants. Starting with the Ultra 310X from $17,199 US The newly named middle of the range Ultra 310LX-S from $18,199 US And the flagship of the fleet, the Ultra 310LX from $19,199 US. These price points position the Kawasaki Ultra 310 range alongside top end rivals from Sea-Doo and Yamaha. Australian prices are not due to be announced until closer to local showroom arrivals. However based on current exchange rates, the 2022 Kawasaki Ultra 310 range is expected to cost between $25,000 and $30,000 in Australia not including trailer and registration. As with delays for Sea-Doo and Yamaha, Kawasaki dealers are bracing themselves for a long wait, with initial estimates claiming the first examples are due in showrooms in February 2022 at the earliest. Highlights include The first completely new top deck in 14 years A rear deck extension for the top two models Rear accessories similar to Sea-Doo and Yamaha FX Side fairings are now storage pods Height-adjustable seats Four-speaker audio Rear-view camera LED daytime running lights A 7-inch digital display screen A GPS speed readout for the first time Smartphone connectivity An infotainment controller dial Launch control with automatic trim adjustment Four performance modes And a more comfortable seating position with a lower centre of gravity While Sea-Doo and Yamaha have reverse triggers on the left handlebar and an accelerator on the right handlebar, the 2022 Kawasaki Ultra 310 models instead have two triggers on the right handlebar. With a thumb trigger for reverse. While the top deck is new from the bond line up, there are two lengths. The 2022 Kawasaki Ultra 310X has a standard length deck, while the LX models have a rear deck extension that adds 7.9-inches or an extra 20cm. For now, the changes only apply only to the 2022 Kawasaki Ultra 310 supercharged range. The non-supercharged Ultra LX continues with the same design introduced in 2007. It’s expected that model will get an overhaul in 2023 or beyond. The Kawasaki Ultra 310’s sponsons and heavy-duty SMC fibreglass hull are believed to be unchanged. While the 310 horsepower supercharged engine And 160mm jet pump nozzle remain unchanged But the new model promises better performance thanks to the top deck’s lower centre of gravity, and the option of launch control for the first time. The first reviews of the new Kawasaki Ultra 310 aren’t due until late in 2021 or early 2022. In the meantime, it seems the loyalty of Kawasaki fans is about to be rewarded after years of minimal changes And Kawasaki seems well positioned to make up lost ground in the highly competitive Jet Ski market. ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Watercraft Zone is a website about Jet Skis and personal watercraft. We cover news, reviews, advice on Jet Skis and personal watercraft – on Sea-Doo, Yamaha, Kawasaki and others – and lifestyle aspects of the sport. Based in Australia, Watercraft Zone is a website to help buyers make informed decisions when choosing a Jet Ski or personal watercraft. We have done countless hours on Yamaha, Sea-Doo and Kawasaki Jet Skis and found each brand has unique appeal. You can read about some of the pros and cons here. https://watercraftzone.com.au/myth-busters-the-truth-behind-the-rumours-about-each-brand/ Suffice to say, there is a lot to like about each brand of personal watercraft – but your choice will depend on your needs. At last count, there were 37 models across three companies – Sea-Doo, Yamaha and Kawasaki. There is a personal watercraft to suit everyone. We chose the name Watercraft Zone so we could include all brands – and leave room for new types of personal watercraft. You can read about the evolution of personal watercraft, its inventor, and the Jet Ski name here. https://watercraftzone.com.au/jet-ski-history-personal-watercraft/ Good luck in your search for a new Jet Ski or personal watercraft, and please let us know what else you would like to see on the site: info@watercraftzone.com.au.

• published: 05 Oct 2021
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