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JET SKI® Watercraft

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Family vacations require good planning and great decision-making. Which is precisely why the action-

packed JET SKI® STX®-15F personal watercraft makes perfect sense. With 160 muscular horsepower under

the hood, it’s capable of carrying three people in comfort, can pull an adult skier with power to spare and is

easy on fuel and the environment. In short, it’s perfect for the family all year long. The high-performance 4-

cylinder, 4-stroke engine packs 1,498cc of power tuned to give you complete authority on the water when you

hit the throttle. And best of all, it’s clean running, meeting stringent 2006 EPA and 2008 CARB regulations.

The deep-V hull is an acclaimed performer that’s designed to offer you one of the smoothest, most stable

rides out there yet with sharp and precise handling. There’s a fold-down rear boarding step, huge storage,

convenient rearview mirrors and a security system. Plus for faster learning, the STX-15F has Kawasaki

Smart Steering® system which helps the operator retain steering control when the throttle is closed and

includes a speed-limiting Smart Learning Operation (SLO) feature for novice riders. So help your passengers

aboard and take off – the STX-15F is ready for adventure. But you can call it a “vacation” if you want.

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+ The JET SKI STX-15F patented Fail-Safe Oil System prevents oil

escaping if the watercraft is capsized. Digital electronic fuel injection

helps STX-15F meet stringent exhaust emission regulations.

• The Direct-Drive coupling from the engine to the oval-edged, 3-blade

stainless steel impeller offers quick and efficient power transfer.• Kawasaki developed the Smart Learning Operation (SLO) system to help

riders practice their skills operating a personal watercraft at reduced speeds.

+ The composite reverse bucket design offers excellent reverse power

and control with excellent durability. The pull-down swim step makes

reboarding the STX-15F as easy as one-two-three.

• The advanced, lightweight and compact hull is based on the race-proven

hull of the 1200 STX-R®. Large sponsons help the STX-15F hook up

stronger for impressive cornering performance.

+ Bright LCD instrumentation – a digital speedometer, tachometer, clock,

hour meter, trip distance and time, and fuel gauge.

• With Kawasaki’s simple, electronic Smart Steering® system, the STX-15F

helps riders learn proper turning techniques by applying thrust through the

pump when it detects a rider has initiated a turn under certain conditions.

• Lightweight front hatch cover with hydraulic lift covers a huge storage

bin and adjustable rearview mirrors now mount directly to the hull for less

vibration and a clearer view.

EXPAND YOUR SPHERE OF INFLUENCE.

“FIERCE FOUR-STROKE SHOOTOUT WINNER.” PERSONAL WATERCRAFT ILLUSTRATED Magazine, 2004

You need performance, comfort and convenience in a 3-person watercraft. And you’re tempted by

the power of leading-edge muscle craft. Enter the JET SKI® STX®-12F personal watercraft. Equipped

with an incredibly strong 4-stroke marine powerplant, the 12F engine is extremely potent for family

fun – as well as hard-edged solo riding. The 4-cylinder, 4-stroke 1,199cc Marine engine has digital

fuel injection for instant starting and crisp acceleration. It’s also specially tuned to deliver excellent

torque at low engine speeds so the STX-12F can pull an adult skier or wakeboarder with ease.

Spouse-pleasing creature comforts include deluxe seating accommodations, a hull that offers a

stable, dry ride in a wide variety of water conditions and the Kawasaki Smart Learning Operation

(SLO) system for novice riders. And, there’s plenty of storage space in three closed compartments,

a large rear boarding deck, a pleasantly quiet exhaust, bright digital instruments, adjustable rear

view mirrors and a reassuring anti-theft magnetic ignition security system. But it’s extras like a

standard ski tow bar that serve notice of what the STX-12F is really for – family fun in the sun.

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+ The JET SKI STX-12F’s powerful 4-stroke marine engine displaces

1,199cc. Efficient semi-dry sump oil system features special U-

shaped oil pan and exclusive cyclonic crankcase ventilation oil/air

separator. Kawasaki Fail-Safe Oil System prevents oil escaping if

the watercraft is capsized.

• Digital electronic fuel injection with huge 54mm throttle body helps

STX-12F meet the most stringent exhaust emission regulations.

+ All-new hood for 2005 repositions the rearview mirrors on the hull

for a clearer view. The lightweight hood is hydraulically operated for

smooth operation and opens for access to a huge storage area.

• The advanced hull design features a unique keel profile and strakes

that contribute to nimble handling and maneuverability. Triple Kawasaki

Splash Deflectors (KSD) offer a drier, more comfortable ride by

deflecting spray away from the rider.

+ Luxurious features include complete LCD instrumentation – a

speedometer, tachometer, clock, hour meter, dual distance and

time, and fuel gauge.

• The large diameter jet pump features a long-lasting stainless steel

impeller and intake designed for minimal cavitation and seamless

acceleration.

FAMILY FUN IN THE SUN.

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HOT RIDES, COOL WATER.

Take a smooth-riding deep-V fiberglass-reinforced

STX® hull built for three. Equip it with our potent

and proven 891cc triple-cylinder Marine engine,

a super-comfortable seat, Smart Steering® and

reverse capability, and what do you get? The

900 STX – a high performing JET SKI® personal

watercraft at a really affordable price. Besides

the excitement of 2-stroke power, the 900

STX offers steady handling and plenty of useful

features like Superlube oil injection, digital

instrumentation, Kawasaki Splash Deflectors,

rear view mirrors and a generous 16.4-gallon

fuel capacity all come standard. It’s a complete

family package. No wonder it’s a favorite of people

looking for great performance and a great value.

+ The front storage bin underneath the

lightweight, hydraulically-operated

front hood easily swallows beach items,

while a large 16.4-gallon fuel tank offers

excellent cruising range.

• You can count on the 891cc 3-cylinder

2-stroke engine to perform. Built to last,

it features triple carburetors, electric start

and automatic Superlube oil injection.

It adds up to exceptional performance,

value and very long life.

+ The extra-wide rear boarding area and

available accessory retractable rear step

simplify boarding from the water. Pulling

up on the reverse lever drops the bucket

behind the jet pump to reverse the thrust.

• For strong acceleration and exceptional

durability to out-last the competition, the

varied pitch, oval-edged, 3-blade impeller

in the axial-flow jet pump is constructed of

marine-grade cast stainless steel.

2004 WORLD CLASS CHAMPION.

Ever since the Kawasaki JET SKI® 1200 STX-R®

watercraft debuted, it has won championships both

nationally and on the world stage. Why? A potent

combination of 145 horsepower in a 639-pound

package explains what kind of powerhouse this

muscular JET SKI really is. The 1,176cc 2-stroke

Triple cylinder engine hammers out 904 pounds of

thrust through an enormous axial-flow jet pump while

specially race-tuned, adjustable sponsons provide

racecourse-quick handling, making it the meanest,

most focused sit-down JET SKI personal watercraft

you can buy. And the competition still can’t keep up.

+ Nothing beats the performance of a

World Champion: A powerful 1,176cc

V-shaped, triple-cylinder marine

powerplant. Three huge downdraft CV

carburetors for peak power. Precise

K-TRIC throttle positioning sensor for

crisp engine response. Digital DC-CD

ignition for maximum performance. It all

adds up to thrilling horsepower.

+ Developed on the race circuit, hard-

edged, adjustable sponsons offer

excellent cornering and bite. In stock

trim, the jet pump produces a massive

904 pounds of thrust. The race-inspired

hull features lightweight, hand-laid

fiberglass-reinforced plastic with a

deep-V design for stable operation.

The Kawasaki 1200 STX-R provides experienced riders with a personal watercraft that highlights exceptional acceleration with competition-level handling. With this boat’s race-bred characteristics, Kawasaki recommends that riders learn this boat’s response to steering input under various riding conditions by practicing at lower speeds in an open area. The design focus of the 1200 STX-R on optimizing sporting performance for a single rider may result in reduced recreational abilities such as rider comfort for two or three riders under certain conditions.

“MIDRANGE THREE-SEATER SHOOTOUT WINNER.” PERSONAL WATERCRAFT ILLUSTRATED Magazine, 2004

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+ Underneath the hood is performance that blows

away the competition. Three huge cylinders

displace 1,176cc inside the incredibly powerful

V-shaped powerplant. Three downdraft CV

carburetors measure a huge 40mm each. Hit the

electric start and feel the engine come to life.

• The business end of the Ultra 150: Huge 158mm

mixed-flow jet pump converts the tremendous

engine output into maximum forward thrust.

+ The JET SKI Ultra 150 features a manual trim

control next to the start button. Plus with the

electronic Kawasaki Smart Steering system, riders

can learn proper turning techniques. Under certain

conditions, the system applies thrust when a rider

starts a turn.

• Comprehensive digital instrumentation includes a

speedometer, tachometer, hour and dual trip meters,

clock, trim position indicator, fuel and oil gauges,

plus oil, temperature, and battery warning lamps.

+ The hull design provides a large footwell area to

give the rider more room to maneuver, vary foot

placement and shift body weight. Soft padding

covers the tray area for improved rider comfort.

• The high-performance twin-cylinder engine displaces

781cc for strong power and fast acceleration.

Special attention was paid to shaping the exhaust

ports and port timing to enhance power output.

There's an easy-access fresh-water fitting for

flushing the engine with the engine hood down.

From afternoon slaloms on the lake to freestyle moves across ocean waves, nothing gets your heart-

pounding more than the JET SKI® 800 SX-R personal watercraft, the direct descendent of the original stand-

up Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft. A multi-time IJSBA national and world champion, the 800 SX-R features

a potent 781cc 2-stroke Marine In-Line Twin engine and a user-friendly stable fiberglass-reinforced plastic

hull for great rough water performance and sharp cornering. Stand-up riding is an acquired skill, but when

you’ve got it mastered nothing else can touch it. Which puts the 800 SX-R precisely first in its class.

+ The lightweight FRP hull is designed for maximum

exhilaration. Chine lines help the SX-R get up on

plane quickly while providing exceptional stability

that does not sacrifice turning prowess. This

increased stability not only enhances rough-water

handling for racers, it also makes it easier for

beginners to master stand-up riding more quickly.

• The axial flow, single-stage jet pump features a

lightweight aluminum nozzle for excellent steering

response. The stainless steel impeller takes

advantage of the high-performance engine to deliver

hard-charging acceleration and exhilarating thrust.

When it comes to bragging rights on the nearest body of water, there is no more respected personal watercraft than

the Kawasaki Ultra® 150. Simply put, it has the highest power-to-weight ratio of any Kawasaki JET SKI® watercraft.

Period. It’s a compact, lightweight two-person powerhouse that thrills you on every ride. Huge power comes from

the 1,176cc Marine V-shaped Triple, the strongest 2-stroke engine we’ve ever bolted into a production watercraft.

Civilized with an integrated balancer, the engine powers a burly mixed-flow jet pump to push a V-hull with electric

trim control and Smart Steering®. So what’s the Ultra 150 name stand for? It’s got something to do with horsepower.

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Kawasaki brought you the very first JET SKI® personal watercraft back in 1973. Thirty some years later,

we’re still leading the market with innovative concepts, technologies and improvements. Stand up or sit

down. Four-stroke or 2-stroke. Kawasaki offers the performance for the most exhilarating rides on the water.

WHY KAWASAKI IS THE WORLD LEADER IN JET SKI® PERSONAL WATERCRAFT

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KAWASAKI SMART LEARNING OPERATION™

Kawasaki’s innovative electronic Smart Learning Operation, accessible directly on the instrument

panel, programs the ignition system and places a limit on maximum engine speed so novice

riders can experience riding at a reduced speed while they master proper riding techniques.

KAWASAKI SMART STEERING®

Kawasaki continues to lead in bringing new technology to personal watercraft. Sophisticated innovations

like the computerized Smart Steering® system that applies thrust through the jet pump when it detects a

rider has initiated a turn under certain riding conditions. The system is a great way for riders to learn turning

and maneuvering of personal watercraft, while experienced users may not even notice the system at all.

ULTRA LOW EMISSIONSOur innovative 4-stroke engines meet the most stringent of standards – the 2006 EPA and 2008

California Air Resource Board (CARB) 3-Star regulations. Kawasaki leads the industry in building

personal watercraft that will provide you with years of riding enjoyment on the lakes and waterways

across America.

Graph simulates a full lock turn with the throttle off,with and without Smart Steering®. Not to scale.

WATERCRAFT TURNING RADIUS

Smart Steering®

No Smart Steering®

P/N 99969-3027Printed in U.S.A.

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.

9950 Jeronimo Road, Irvine, California 92618

©2004 Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A

Specifications subject to change without notice. Availability may be limited. Accessories available at extra cost. JET SKI watercraft are inboard boats and their use is subject to all applicable state and local boating laws. Always wear a USCG-approved personal flotation device, eye wear, and other appropriate safety apparel.

Action Photography: Professional riders on a closed course.

One Year Warranty

Your new Kawasaki JET SKI® personal watercraft comes with a 12-month limited factory warranty.

Read the next paragraph to find out how you can extend your coverage inexpensively, or ask your

dealer for details about the factory warranty and available extended coverage.

Up to Four Years Additional Coverage*

Let Kawasaki protect your new machine for years to come* with the exclusive Good Times™

Protection Plan††. This plan repairs or replaces most components free of charge if found defective

in material or workmanship. Everything about the plan is easy: There’s no deductible. It’s honored at

every authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer nationwide. It’s transferable to another owner

with no fee. And you can sign up as long as your machine is under its original warranty. Just ask

your dealer how you can buy additional coverage of 24, 36 or 48 months. Imagine, for just pennies

a day, you can ride with no worry and no hassle. Just tell your dealer you want the Good Times

Protection Plan.*Depending on the program purchased.

Ride With Zero Down*

We offer up to 100% instant financing on most Kawasaki products with the Good Times™ Credit

Plan†† or Good Times™ Credit Card. Qualified buyers can drive away with a brand-new Kawasaki

with no down payment. In most cases, the computerized credit approval takes just minutes. You can

even add insurance, accessories and the Good Times Protection Plan to your contract. Ask your

participating dealer for details. Not available in Alaska or Hawaii.*Qualified buyers.††Good Times Protection Plan and Good Times Credit Plan not available in Canada.

Safe Riding’s More Fun

Ride responsibly. Kawasaki believes safety begins with us and continues with you. Never

ride under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Respect the rights of shoreline residents and

other marine recreationists. Riding is more fun on a well-maintained machine…follow the

instructions in your owner’s manual. Remember, riding safe is smart.

Boat Smart From The Start

Take a boating safety course. For more information, contact: United States Coast Guard

Auxiliary, 1-800-368-5647, www.cgaux.org

For more information, visit our web site at: www.kawasaki.com

For the nearest Kawasaki dealer, call: 1-866-4-JETSKI

To purchase accessories, see your dealer or visit our web site.

Engine type 4-stroke Marine In-Line Four

4-stroke Marine In-Line Four

2-stroke Marine In-Line Triple

2-stroke Marine In-Line Triple

2-stroke Marine In-Line Triple

2-stroke Marine In-Line Twin

Displacement 1,498cc 1,199cc 1,176cc 891cc 1,176cc 781cc

Bore x stroke 83 x 69.2mm 83 x 55.4mm 80 x 78mm 73 x 71mm 80 x 78mm 82 x 74mm

Compression ratio 10.6:1 11.2:1 5.8:1 5.5:1 5.8:1 7.2:1

Induction system DOHC, 16-Valves DOHC, 16-Valves Crankcase 8-petal reed valve x 3

Crankcase 8-petal reed valve x 3

Crankcase 8-petal reed valve x 3

Crankcase 8-petal reed valve x 2

Cooling system Inducted water Inducted water Inducted water Inducted water Inducted water Inducted water

Fuel system Multi-port digital fuel injection with 60mm throttle body

Multi-port digital fuel injection with 54mm throttle body

Keihin CDCV40 x 3 Keihin CDCV38 x 3 Keihin CDCV40 x 3 Mikuni BN40-38mm x 2

Ignition TCBI with digital advance TCBI with digital advance Digital DC-CDI with K-TRIC Digital DC-CDI Digital DC-CDI with K-TRIC Digital DC-CDI

Starting Electric Electric Electric Electric Electric Electric

Battery 12V 18 amp 12V 18 amp 12V 18 amp 12V 18 amp 12V 18 amp 12V 18 amp

Propulsion system Jet pump, axial flow, single stage, 3-blade stainless steel impeller

Jet pump, axial flow, single stage, 3-blade stainless steel impeller

Jet pump, axial flow, single stage, 3-blade stainless steel impeller

Jet pump, axial flow, single stage, 3-blade stainless steel impeller

Jet pump, mixed flow, single stage, 3-blade stainless steel impeller

Jet pump, axial flow, single stage, 3-blade stainless steel impeller

Thrust 957 pounds 827 pounds 904 pounds 732 pounds 904 pounds 699 pounds

Seating capacity 3 persons 3 persons 3 persons 3 persons 2 persons 1 person

Weight capacity 496 pounds 496 pounds 496 pounds 496 pounds 330 pounds N/A

Fuel capacity 16.4 gallons 16.4 gallons 16.4 gallons 16.4 gallons 15.3 gallons 4.5 gallons

Oil capacity 5.3 quarts 5.3 quarts 1.3 gallons 1.3 gallons 1.2 gallons N/A

Storage capacity 23.5 gallons 23.5 gallons 9.7 gallons 23.5 gallons 6.5 gallons N/A

Dry weight 745 pounds 737 pounds 644 pounds 664 pounds 613 pounds 351 pounds

Dimensions (L x W x H) 123 x 47 x 41 inches 123 x 47 x 41 inches 123 x 47 x 40 inches 123 x 47 x 40 inches 114 x 44 x 41 inches 91 x 29 x 29 inches

Color Jet White/Candy Thunder Blue

Jet White/Candy Gold Spark

Jet White/Lime Green Jet White/Candy Persimmon Red

Jet White/Lime Green Jet White/Lime Green

SPECIFICATIONS STX®-15F STX®-12F 1200 STX-R®† 900 STX®† ULTRA® 150† 800 SX-R

†Certain models not available in California.