2007 Yamaha AR230

The low profile of the Yamaha engines made it possible to design a 4'-deep platform that’s arranged on two levels to create a comfortable lounging area. The latest version features curved and padded vertical surfaces for backrests and horizontal surfaces covered in soft HydroTurf material that’s easy on the feet and knees. A wide hatch in the upper level of the platform covers a wet-stowage compartment that can handle lines and fenders, swim fins, and other gear. The lower level has a pedestal socket for a table, and a new optional extension for the standard Bimini top provides shade. There’s even a remote for the stereo.

It’s a design that can’t be duplicated on a stern drive-powered boat, which has a much taller engine sitting right up against the transom.

There’s also the feeling of safety offered by the jet drives, which are tucked far under the stern of the boat-away from the feet of young swimmers. Those drives give this boat its shallow draft and make it easy to beach. But they come with disadvantages as well. At no-wake speeds this keelless boat wanders in a cross wind and can be tricky to maneuver around a dock, and top speed is slightly limited due to the lack of drive trim. But the self-draining engines and drives are easy to maintain, and the acceleration and midrange handling rival those of an inboard skiboat. Or even a waterbike

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