EXCLUSIVE! In-Person Walkaround of The 2025 Kawasaki Ultra 160LX-S Angler JetSki: WCJ Uncut

I figured more people were asking for a 310r, I didn't know ski fishing was this popular

Great first overview Kevin. So good to see another brand getting into this niche area. There a couple of other things I noticed that other brand don’t have: the spray guards on the bow (less chance of wet rides like FXHO) and the headlights/lighting. The stability “pontoons” could be further developed in future iterations and have storage compartments in them. Tubbies are hard to gets so imagine if a manufacturer just made these a little larger and have a lid entry to a storage area to carry a bit more gear and even do away with the rear cooler. Much safer for all fishos if they did that and it would be a class leader. Anyway, what a great first specialist craft ! Thanks for posting this.

I’m glad Kawi is getting into fishing territory but I was really hoping for the return of the 310R or an update STX. Maybe in 2026 they’ll do something

Can that new rack accommodate Rotopax? I see the hardcore NZ PWC fishermen all have floats like that on the sides..interesting! I did not expect a trim like this..interesting! Thanks for the walk around!

I’m just impressed that Kawasaki hit up a show for once. It’s about time.

THIS IS WHAT MY FISHING CHANNEL NEEDS I would love one of these. wow

A new well-thought-out rack with rod holders, a cooler identical in size to the Fish Pro’s, a factory Garmin mount in the same place on the right-hand side, trolling rod holders in the footwells, a flatter fishing seat, and outrigger floats to stabilize the ski and add footrests adds up to a very solid contender for the FishPro Sport, mainly because it’s so similar. Imitation is the most sincere form of flattery, or something like that. I’m really looking forward to the ride review on this ski, mainly to hear about how the outriggers mess with handling. It’ll be interesting to see if they help in really rough conditions, or if they just ruin the handling of the Ultra hull. Do you know when you’ll get your hands on one to test on the water?

Interested in the mount for the Garmin. Looks clean. Unit didn’t look touch screen? Maybe regular Ultra owners can use the mount for adding a Garmin?

I have a 310 LX already kitted out with the Garmin and Stability collars. This ski has me interested

Very nice Kawi.

One concern I have is how underpowered the Angler could be. There is a reason why SeaDoo’s Explorer Pro now comes in the 230hp option. A lot of equipment, not enough power. I know "If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it" but it might be time to move on from the 1.5L Kawasaki engines. Either that or Kawasaki could throw a SC on it. I’m not asking for 310hp but maybe 180?

Always great info Kev! But they didn't do much with this thing sadly. We need a good bad ass stx R fully upgraded. That's what we need. And a non SC with more power to beat on the new Yamaha engine.

Great work Kevin, dont foret to replace that rod holder... lol

Will there be a 310 version? Will we be able to put the garmin on a 310?

would love to try one out when they hit OZ

Nice ride, it reminds me of orca with its colours and shapes.

Great review. I guess the question is if you wanted a ski to be able to be great for fishing, but also be able to have fun with the family (towing) the added stability sides seem more permanent. Would this be able to be a multipurpose ski? Or is the Yami and SD going to have a similar issue transitioning to be a jack of all trades? Thanks!

Quickly you have become one of my fav youtube channels. Not entirely new to jetskis but have definitely learnt alot from your channel. Love yhe kawi content too!

I was browsing Kawasaki website , And came across this jet ski, I have had a interest in these fish / ski type water crafts, I am really liking the specs to this Kawasaki, I hope it can come with a light pole socket on rear for early morning excursions . Other than that it looks very well thought out !!

Thanks for this. I actually like the white upper deck and hull. Wish they would put a white upper deck on one of the other Ultras. Not as hot in the sun. Doesn't show water spots as bad. I bet it will have a ridiculous price though! If they don't price it less than the Fish Pro it will not sell very well I doubt. Other than to Kawi die hards and those of us that want American made vs Mexico. Thanks again. Did not see this coming.