Team Charlotte Motorsports in Charlotte North Carolina | 2014 Kawasaki Ultra 310LX Jet Ski

Kawasaki's been designing and crafting Jet Skis longer than any other brand, for the past 40 years. The careful craftsmanship shows in the design and details in each Jet Ski, especially in the new 2014 Ultra 310LX edition. Come check out the new Kawasaki Jet Ski at Team Charlotte Motorsports in Charlotte North Carolina!

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As the nomenclature insinuates, the big news for the Ultra line is the 10 horsepower increase. To accomplish this, engineers modified the intake manifold for improved flow at lower engine speeds as well as installed a higher capacity fuel pump. The pitch of the three-blade impeller was also tweaked (with an effect similar to installing taller gearing on a motorcycle, for higher top speed) amounting to a smoother thrust at all engine speeds.

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Other improvements focus on durability, with the installation of new pistons and added oil cooling jets for enhanced thermal control. The size water jackets were also increased and the oil pan has extra baffles to reduce oil slosh in motion. The oil return passages within the crankcase were also expanded. Besides those updates, the water-cooled and fuel-injected Inline Four engine continues to displace 1498cc and sports a giant intercooled supercharger that provides up to 17psi of boost netting up to 310 peak horsepower.

Another nice touch is the fast idle/five mph no-wake zone' mode that comes in handy when trying to reach open water. The 310 is also equipped with cruise control that works well if you wish to maintain a steady speed while towing a tube or skier.

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Physically, the Ultra is a substantial craft weighing 1048 pounds and measuring over 11 feet from bow to stern. Yet on the water it's surprisingly agile and not overly cumbersome to maneuver. Experienced riders might be unnerved by the ghost in the machine-like response of the Smart Steering electronics, which automatically elevates engine rpm to maintain a turn if you let off the throttle and simultaneously crank the handlebar either way. Nevertheless, it's a valuable feature for newbies who aren't fully accustomed to the stay on the gas to steer' dynamics of a personal watercraft. Either way you get used to it after a short ride. Its lever-operated reverse feature comes in handy when docking, or any other slow speed, close quarter maneuvers.

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The Kawasaki's hull design helps it charge through rough water with a high degree of stability. It maintains trajectory well yet remains responsive to subtle movements of the handlebar. The shape of the eight-vane intake grate keeps the jet pump loaded with water, reducing cavitation and maximizing propulsion even when the hull momentarily jumps out of the water at speed. Furthermore the angle of the pump can be adjusted eight degrees up or down via the handlebar trip button. This allows the rider to tailor the ski's handling based on water conditions and or carrying load. An indicator within the LCD display illustrates the position.

Without question, the greatest new feature on the Ultra LX is the fitment of a fully integrated stereo. Coined as JetSound, the system is comprised of a pair of rear-facing 30-watt marine speakers built into the ski's forward cabin. The speakers are powered by two 20-watt amps. An auxiliary headphone-style input is located inside the center storage box along with an USB-compatible memory stick. Both can be accessed via independent waterproof cases and controlled remotely.

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Kawasaki's Ultra line of Jet Skis was already the top dog in the PWC world and it would have been much easier for Kawasaki to repeat it's older model, and it still would have been impressive. Instead, through careful adjustments, they have managed to enhance performance while at the same time boosting entertainment value, practicality and usefulness. If you're looking for the best of the best and the most versatile jet-ski the 2014 Kawasaki Ultra 310LX or 310R should be the first ones to try! We have it in stock now at Team Charlotte Motorsports! Find us at 3004 Freedom Drive Charlotte, NC 28208 or give us a call at (704) 394-7301!!

Source: motorcycle-usa.com