"The first and the most popular is a compact runabout, typically holding no more than two or three people, who mainly sit on top of the watercraft as with riding a motorcycle or quadbike."
A narrow boat-like vehicle that is propelled by a jet of water and is used for recreation.
Jet Ski Safety: Importance of safety when operating a jet ski, including proper use of life jackets, rules and regulations, and potential hazards.
Jet Ski Maintenance: Maintaining a jet ski to ensure optimal performance, including changing oil, checking spark plugs, cleaning and inspecting the hull, and winterizing.
Jet Ski Operation: Basics of operating a jet ski, including starting and stopping the engine, steering, controlling speed, and turning.
Jet Ski Terminology: Common terms used when discussing jet skis, including types of jet skis, performance features, and safety equipment.
Jet Ski Riding Techniques: Advanced techniques for riding a jet ski, including wave jumping, navigating rough waters, and performing tricks.
Jet Ski Racing: Competitive racing on jet skis, including types of races, rules and regulations, and training tips.
Jet Ski Modifications: Customizing a jet ski with aftermarket parts and accessories to improve its performance and appearance.
Jet Ski Tours: Guided tours on jet skis, including popular destinations, safety considerations, and tour operation.
"Typically holding no more than two or three people."
"PWCs have two style categories."
"Who mainly sit on top of the watercraft as with riding a motorcycle or quadbike."
"The second style is a 'stand-up' type [...] standing up as in riding a motorized scooter."
"It is used more for doing tricks, racing, and in competitions."
"Both styles have an inboard engine driving a pump-jet that has a screw-shaped impeller to create thrust for propulsion and steering."
"Designed for two or three people, though four-passenger models exist."
"Many of today's models are built for more extended use and have the fuel capacity to make long cruises, in some cases even beyond 100 miles."
"Personal watercraft are often referred by the trademarked brand names of Kawasaki (Jet Ski), Yamaha (WaveRunner), Bombardier (Sea-Doo), Elaqua (E-PWC) and Honda (AquaTrax)."
"The United States Coast Guard defines a personal watercraft, amongst other criteria, as a jet-drive boat less than 12 feet (3.7 m) long."
"There are many larger 'jetboats' not classed as PWCs, some more than 40 feet (12 m) long."