Yamaha’s FX Cruiser HO Waverunner is ready for all kinds of exciting adventure. Let’s view the FX Cruiser HO through the eyes of an avid angler.
Its four-cylinder, four-stroke 1.9 liter Yamaha marine engine delivers the speed for anglers to hit multiple spots in a single day, and the power to handle currents and wind with confident control. (Standard auto bilge also adds confidence.) Plus, it’s just plain fun to run.
Next, consider the FX Cruiser HO Waverunner’s RiDE dual-throttle system. RiDE provides easy deceleration and reverse using two intuitive levers. That’s not only great for docking—and pulling up to the bait boat—but also makes precision-locating the FX Cruiser HO along a weed line, stump field or other structure easier. Concentrate more on lure presentation and less on boat location.
Built-in storage includes a watertight glove box, complete with USB charging and courtesy light. Combined with the cooler storage in the bow and the watertight underseat compartment, this craft boasts 44.5 gallons of storage capacity. Pack the extra gear and backup reels.
These standards aside, the addition of optional accessories transforms the FX Cruiser HO into a fishing machine. First, order the FX RecDeck ($1,121.99). This integrates with the swim platform and reboarding ladder for a wide variety of accessory packages, including fishing. Next, add either the FX JetFish Package ($560.99)—which includes an Engle 45 JetFish cooler, two track-mounted rod holders, two RAM cup holders, two tie-down straps, two fishing-rod retention straps and four track eyelet mounts— or the FX Premium JetFish Package ($1,346.99), which adds cooler bridle straps and the multiuse rack ($673.99 if purchased separately). This allows mounting of a cooler, lounge seat and other accessories such as more rod holders. Two Garmin fish finder/gps/plotter options are available, including the 6-inch Garmin UHD and the 4-inch Garmin Striker.
High Points
- All-new 1.9 liter, 4-cylinder, four-stroke Yamaha marine engine delivers speed and -acceleration.
- RecDeck, JetFish packages turn this PWC into a fishing machine.
- RIDE system allows shifting from forward to neutral to reverse with just one pull of the throttle for easier, more controlled deceleration and docking.
- Standard integral speakers, 7-inch Connext touchscreen infotainment system, and a watertight glove box with USB charging.
Pricing and Specs
| Price: | $16,999 (starting) |
| LOA: | 11’8″ |
| Beam: | 4’2″ |
| Draft: | Not much |
| Dry Weight: | 838 lb. (without engine) |
| Seat/Weight Capacity: | 3/530 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity: | 18.5 gal. |
| Available Power: | 4-cylinder, 4-stroke 1.9 L Yamaha High Output Marine engine |
