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does the 252xe have the wakeboosters built in? i orginally was looking into a 2020 242x but none were avail, and now im torn with my choice 252/255 xe xd
From what I can tell, the only thing that makes the 252XE in the "Wake Series" is that it has rack mounts and tower speakers. No ballasts, no wakeboaster. 10K to get those 2 items, better stereo, 500 ponies, better transom seating, better color schemes (personal pref).
From what I can tell, the only thing that makes the 252XE in the "Wake Series" is that it has rack mounts and tower speakers. No ballasts, no wakeboaster. 10K to get those 2 items, better stereo, 500 ponies, better transom seating, better color schemes (personal pref).
You're right, so confusing whats what. I found that the filter screen gives you some better ideas what each model has. No wake booster on 252XE. 10K is a lot for that and engine upgrade.
You're right, so confusing whats what. I found that the filter screen gives you some better ideas what each model has. No wake booster on 252XE. 10K is a lot for that and engine upgrade.
For sure - I can't understand why Yamaha went live without a simple comparison feature so buyers could figure out which model has what feature. Super confusing.
As far as I can tell here's the differences:
255XE adds over 252XE
- better stereo
- SVHO engines
- extended bimini vs regular
- 'custom cut' marine mat on the swim deck?
- wake booster
- better colors
I would have paid extra for the bimini, wakebooster and colors if they were separate options. Not $10K though.
For sure - I can't understand why Yamaha went live without a simple comparison feature so buyers could figure out which model has what feature. Super confusing.
As far as I can tell here's the differences:
255XE adds over 252XE
- better stereo
- SVHO engines
- extended bimini vs regular
- 'custom cut' marine mat on the swim deck?
- wake booster
- better colors
I would have paid extra for the bimini, wakebooster and colors if they were separate options. Not $10K though
does the 252xe have the wakeboosters built in? i orginally was looking into a 2020 242x but none were avail, and now im torn with my choice 252/255 xe xd
Are you sure??? I came to the opposite conclusion trying to decipher the website.......which I may be wrong as nothing I have reviewed has been this confusing...ever
When you click on the 255XE and 255XD there is a picture of the built-in wakebooster tabs......when you click on the 252XE there is not the picture included.
I would be more excited about the 252XE if it does, so I do hope you are right.......
Are you sure??? I came to the opposite conclusion trying to decipher the website.......which I may be wrong as nothing I have reviewed has been this confusing...ever
When you click on the 255XE and 255XD there is a picture of the built-in wakebooster tabs......when you click on the 252XE there is not the picture included.
I would be more excited about the 252XE if it does, so I do hope you are right.......
Click on “see all boats” from there you get a filter of technology, select wakebooster, only the 255s have it. @Julian also put together a nice spreadsheet of all models and options.
Click on “see all boats” from there you get a filter of technology, select wakebooster, only the 255s have it. @Julian also put together a nice spreadsheet of all models and options.
I have since updated that grid to add another column for what Yamaha calls "integrated wake booster" or what most call wake gates. Their wake models simply refers generically to boats with wake options....namely ballast tanks/bags.
I have since updated that grid to add another column for what Yamaha calls "integrated wake booster" or what most call wake gates. Their wake models simply refers generically to boats with wake options....namely ballast tanks/bags.
Are you sure??? I came to the opposite conclusion trying to decipher the website.......which I may be wrong as nothing I have reviewed has been this confusing...ever
When you click on the 255XE and 255XD there is a picture of the built-in wakebooster tabs......when you click on the 252XE there is not the picture included.
I would be more excited about the 252XE if it does, so I do hope you are right.......
Another thing the website specifically says on the 255 pages is the WAKE SPECIFIC HULL with a stern that sits lower in the water.. not sure if the 252 does not have the same hull. Maybe it doesn’t as it doesn’t have the integrated wake booster on the stern, or hopefully it has for the sake of not being efficient to have different 25’ hulls manufacturing lines...
For sure - I can't understand why Yamaha went live without a simple comparison feature so buyers could figure out which model has what feature. Super confusing.
As far as I can tell here's the differences:
255XE adds over 252XE
- better stereo
- SVHO engines
- extended bimini vs regular
- 'custom cut' marine mat on the swim deck?
- wake booster
- better colors
I would have paid extra for the bimini, wakebooster and colors if they were separate options. Not $10K though.
Another thing the website specifically says on the 255 pages is the WAKE SPECIFIC HULL with a stern that sits lower in the water.. not sure if the 252 does not have the same hull. Maybe it doesn’t as it doesn’t have the integrated wake booster on the stern, or hopefully it has for the sake of not being efficient to have different 25’ hulls manufacturing lines...