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2011 Kawasaki Ultra® 300LX
You hear the words ultimate, luxury and performance bandied about all the time in the watercraft business. But in the case of Kawasaki’s new Jet Ski® Ultra® 300LX watercraft, the terms are absolutely appropriate.
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New for 2011 - Jet Ski 300LX now boasts 300 horsepower for amazing performance
New for 2011 - Redesigned fiberglass-reinforced hull is lighter, stronger and more maneuverable
New for 2011 - New Electronic Trim Control system allows the rider to adjust nozzle’s angle and the hull attitude
New for 2011 - New cruise control smoothly holds the 300LX at a set speed from 5 mph up to top speed
New for 2011 - New Eco Mode reduces and smooths engine performance while conserving fuel
New for 2011 - New Eco Indicator shows when the 300LX’s speed and throttle opening is in its most efficient range
New for 2011 - New instrument panel with bigger speed numerals is easier to see
New for 2011 - New Eaton Twin Vortices Series (TVS) roots supercharger offers a significant performance increase
Key Features - Supercharged, intercooled 1,498cc engine puts out incredible power but is still designed for durability and reliability
Key Features - Plush, scalloped luxury seat enhances comfort during high-speed cruising. Two-tone upholstery accentuates the functional bolsters for rider and passenger
Key Features - GPS mounting area is built into handlebar pad for convenient placement of navigation devices
Key Features - Stylish upper deck enhanced by rich metallic titanium color with luminous vintage red graphics
Key Features - Massive, industry-leading storage capacity lets you bring your gear with you
Key Features - Largest fuel tank in class keeps the fun going longer
Key Features - Five-position adjustable handlebars accommodates a range of riders
Key Features - Separate keys for full power operation and Smart Learning Operation
300-horsepower Supercharged Engine - Supercharged and intercooled 1,498cc, liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder engine
300-horsepower Supercharged Engine - Cast pistons with machine finishing for excellent durability
300-horsepower Supercharged Engine - Revised, high-lift exhaust cam lobes act upon new valves and offer increased durability
300-horsepower Supercharged Engine - Stronger hardened nickel valves offer superior heat resistance and enhanced reliability
300-horsepower Supercharged Engine - 33.4mm intake and 28.3mm exhaust valves
300-horsepower Supercharged Engine - Oil cooler features an additional layer for more efficient cooling
300-horsepower Supercharged Engine - Larger and stronger cam chain handles increased engine power
300-horsepower Supercharged Engine - Stronger, reinforced crankcase for added durability and reliability
300-horsepower Supercharged Engine - Coupling and damper revised to suit increased power
300-horsepower Supercharged Engine - Heat-resistant plastic intake manifold for decreased engine weight
300-horsepower Supercharged Engine - Optimum cylinder wall temperature is maintained by a check valve between the cylinder jacket and water muffler that shuts water flow off above 2,000 rpm, keeping the cooling water inside the cylinder jacket
300-horsepower Supercharged Engine - Precise power adjustments are easy with a throttle lever designed to prevent finger fatigue on longer rides
Eaton Twin Vortices Series (TVS) Roots-type Supercharger - Four-lobe design offers significant performance increase over standard roots-type unit
Eaton Twin Vortices Series (TVS) Roots-type Supercharger - System force-feeds the engine two liters of air with every revolution, providing a stable supply of high-pressure intake air at all rpm
Eaton Twin Vortices Series (TVS) Roots-type Supercharger - Planetary gearing increases supercharger speed by a factor of 2 for better response
Eaton Twin Vortices Series (TVS) Roots-type Supercharger - Delivers compressed air continuously, not in waves, for smoother power delivery
Eaton Twin Vortices Series (TVS) Roots-type Supercharger - Produces large amounts of boost even at low rpm for instant and powerful acceleration right off idle
Eaton Twin Vortices Series (TVS) Roots-type Supercharger - Provides a very flat and meaty torque curve with step-free power across the entire rev range without any of the lag associated with turbochargers
Eaton Twin Vortices Series (TVS) Roots-type Supercharger - Produces more low rpm boost than competitive or aftermarket systems, with a maximum of 17 psi of boost pressure
Eaton Twin Vortices Series (TVS) Roots-type Supercharger - Two different air bypass valves are used to prevent over boosting at low and medium rpm
Air-to-Water Intercooler - Efficiently cools high-pressure intake air, as cooler air is denser and makes more power
Air-to-Water Intercooler - Cooler air results in higher combustion efficiency and high engine output
Air-to-Water Intercooler - Liquid cooling allows the intercooler to maintain consistent thermal performance
Digital Fuel Injection System - High-flow fuel injectors with four orifices are fitted to complement the increased power output and improve combustion efficiency
Digital Fuel Injection System - Single throttle body per cylinder features a large, 60mm bore diameter
Exhaust - 4-into-2-into-1 powerboat-style exhaust system routes the exhaust pipe upward
Exhaust - Allows the smoothest path for exhaust gases, maximizing exhaust efficiency
160mm Jet Propulsion - Efficiently converts the Ultra 300LX’s massive horsepower output into thrust using a larger-diameter 160mm jet pump
160mm Jet Propulsion - Developed from Kawasaki’s racing machines, this new pump was specially designed to deliver stable output and good “bite” even when riding on rough water
160mm Jet Propulsion - Revised impeller featuring a 3-blade design translates the 300LX’s increased engine output into increased acceleration performance and quieter operation
160mm Jet Propulsion - An eight-vane intake guide is used to smooth and regulate the flow of water from the impeller for efficient and powerful propulsion
160mm Jet Propulsion - Redesigned, left-side reverse lever for easy operation
Ride Plate - Features a groove from the center to the rear of the plate to enhance straight-line stability
Electronic Trim Control System - New system allows the angle of the jet pump nozzle to be controlled to adjust the attitude of the hull to suit water surface conditions and riding styles
Electronic Trim Control System - Adjustment range is plus or minus 8 degrees from standard
Electronic Throttle Valve (ETV) with Cruise Control - Accelerator Position Sensor (APS) converts throttle lever input to an electronic signal that’s used to control the throttle valve via an electric motor for optimum throttle response and smoothness
Electronic Throttle Valve (ETV) with Cruise Control - Redundancy in the system helps ensure control is maintained in case of failure
Electronic Throttle Valve (ETV) with Cruise Control - One-touch 5 mph mode allows push button no-wake zone riding
Electronic Throttle Valve (ETV) with Cruise Control - Fuel Economy Assistance mode allows maximum fuel efficiency when going slow
Electronic Throttle Valve (ETV) with Cruise Control - Economical Riding Indicator mode can be viewed on a graph on the new LCD info screen
Kawasaki Smart Steering®/SLO Mode - Kawasaki Smart Steering® (KSS®) monitors steering input and engine speed and, when certain conditions are met, raises rpm to help initiate a turn
Kawasaki Smart Steering®/SLO Mode - Smart Learning Operation (SLO) allows newer riders to become familiar with the handling and response of this JET SKI watercraft at a more relaxed pace
Kawasaki Smart Steering®/SLO Mode - Two separate keys, one for SLO mode and one for full-power operation help prevent confusion over which setting is in use
Stronger, Lighter Hull Design - Feedback from Kawasaki’s IJSBA championship-winning racing machines integrated into design enables it to cope with the engine’s increased horsepower
Stronger, Lighter Hull Design - Complete re-evaluation of hull thickness resulted in optimum strength balance and a significant weight reduction
Stronger, Lighter Hull Design - Specially reinforced inner bow is better suited to engine’s increased power output
Stronger, Lighter Hull Design - Hull offers a combination of high stability and responsive handling in both calm and rough-water conditions
Stronger, Lighter Hull Design - The lower hull is specially designed to distribute the engine and power delivery loads over a wide area
Stronger, Lighter Hull Design - The 300LX’s deep-V hull enables a high bank angle and motorcycle-like turning performance. This reduces the lateral G-loads imposed on riders during turns, allowing them to better concentrate on riding
Stronger, Lighter Hull Design - The idealized 22.5-degree V-angle at the bottom of the hull helps reduce unwanted spinouts during sharp turns
Stronger, Lighter Hull Design - Delivers the neutral handling and turning characteristics for which Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft are famous
Stronger, Lighter Hull Design - The bottom of the hull slants upward steeply from the center section to the bow, so the Ultra 300LX can penetrate swells and waves with less shock, delivering extreme stability at low speeds and pushing through waves rather than bouncing over them at high speeds
Stronger, Lighter Hull Design - Battery located inside the front storage area near the center of the machine, avoiding concentrating heavy components at the rear and freeing up space inside the engine bay
Stronger, Lighter Hull Design - Integrated sponsons extend from the hull, providing stable wallow-free straight-line performance and contributing significantly to the 300LX’s excellent high-speed maneuverability while helping to retain the narrow hull design
Quattro KSD - The Ultra 300LX’s Kawasaki Splash Deflector uses three bottom mounted ridges and an additional deflector mounted at the top to deflect water splashing forward from under the hull
Quattro KSD - Whether turning or rocketing forward, at high speeds or low, the Quattro KSD minimizes spray, allowing greater rider concentration
Luxury, Comfort and Convenience - Five-way adjustable handlebars allow operation while standing or sitting and suit a wide range of riders
Luxury, Comfort and Convenience - Two-tone LXury seat is ultra comfortable whether riding stand-up, seated or with passengers
Luxury, Comfort and Convenience - Seat offers roomy accommodations for three people
Luxury, Comfort and Convenience - Ergonomic deck design gives plenty of legroom
Luxury, Comfort and Convenience - GPS-mountable handlebar pad accommodates a variety of GPS devices
Luxury, Comfort and Convenience - A long rear boarding step and dual grab handles makes it easy to climb onboard, and the step retracts inside the bumper to prevent damage
Luxury, Comfort and Convenience - A quick and easy hose connection allows an easy method to flush sea water out of the engine
Luxury, Comfort and Convenience - Mirrors are mounted to the upper deck to facilitate opening of the hatch cover
Capacious Storage - The Ultra 300LX offers 56 gallons of total storage capacity
Capacious Storage - The large-capacity, fully sealed storage area with a detachable storage tray has plenty of room for recreational equipment
Capacious Storage - A detachable drink holder with space for two drink bottles is mounted on the center console
Capacious Storage - Ideal for small items like a ski rope, a compact storage area is integrated with the under-seat rear grip
Extra-large Fuel Capacity - 20.6-gallon fuel tank has more fuel capacity than any machine in its class
All-new Digital Instrumentation - A single, highly legible LCD screen replaces the dual meter setup of the 260X
All-new Digital Instrumentation - New instrumentation includes the new riding modes, as well as external water and air temperature, clock, time, trip and hour meters, tachometer (in digital or graph displays), speedometer and max speed functions
All-new Digital Instrumentation - Cockpit visor repositioned higher for increased visibility
2011 Kawasaki Ultra® 300LX
Specifications
Engine
- Engine
- Supercharged and intercooled, four-stroke, DOHC, four valves per cylinder, inline-four
- Displacement
- 1,498 cc
- Bore x Stroke
- 83 x 69.2 mm
- Compression Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Max HP
- 300hp* *HP measured in PS at the crankshaft under controlled conditions. Actual performance may vary.
- Cooling
- Inducted water
- Fuel System
- Digital Fuel Injection
- Starting System
- Electric
- Lubrication
- Semi-Dry Sump system
- Propulsion System
- 160mm jet pump, axial-flow, single stage
- Thrust
- 1,769 lbs.
- Fuel Capacity
- 20.6 gal.
- Oil Capacity
- 5.3 qt.
Transmission
- Ignition
- TCBI with Digital Advance
- Induction
- Eaton Twin Vortices Roots-type supercharger with air-to-water intercooler
Dimensions
- Overall Length
- 132.7 in.
- Overall Width
- 47.0 in.
- Overall Height
- 45.3 in.
- Curb Weight
- 1040.8 lb.** Includes all necessary materials and fluids to operate correctly, full tank of fuel (more than 90% of capacity) and tool kit (if supplied)
- Storage Capacity
- 60 gal.
- Impeller
- Three-blade, oval-edge stainless steel
General Information
- Coupling
- Direct drive from engine
- Colors
- Metallic Titanium / Luminous Vintage Red
- Warranty
- 12 Months; (Good Times™ Protection Plan) 12, 24, 36, 48 months