Leviathan

I am looking at either a ('98/'99) SPX and 2000-02 XP Limited to purchase. My question(s) are about the advantages / difference in performance, reliability and ride characteristics of each model. I realize the XP comes with the 951 motor which may have issues? Also, the SPX motor sits rearward vs. the XPL's motor is placed forward.

jts40

If you want an xp go for a 96' I own one and its the best thing I've ever rode. And that 787 engine belts out plenty of power and it never has issues.

People have said the 96' xp was the best thing seadoo ever made and I agree.

YamaDoo

The 97-99 SPX is an X-4 hull. These have a flatter bottom and jump very well. The 97-2004 XP is a narrower design and more for cutting through the chop. Totally different riding experience, depends what you want. As far as reliability goes the 800 motor is better than the 951.