2026 Yamaha 252SD Drive X Luxury Jet Boat - Twin 1.9 HO

If you're looking at the 2026 Yamaha 252SD DRiVE X Luxury Jet Boat (Twin 1.9L HO), it's Yamaha's flagship 25-foot jet boat and one of the most feature-rich boats in their lineup. Current advertised pricing is around $113,999 with trailer included at Michigan dealers. (Boats)

Key specs:

• Twin 1.9L High Output Yamaha engines
• Approximately 400 total horsepower
• 24'6" length
• 75-gallon fuel tank
• Seating for up to 12 people
• 1,600-lb ballast system for wakesurfing/wakeboarding
• 12.3" Connext touchscreen
• DRiVE X docking and maneuvering system
• Tandem trailer included on many dealer packages (Boats)

What makes the 252SD stand out is the DRiVE X system. It allows lateral movement, rotation, and dock-hold functions using controls on the steering wheel, making docking much easier than older Yamaha jet boats. (Boats)

For northern Michigan use (Long Lake, Torch Lake, Grand Traverse Bay), the advantages are:

• No exposed propellers around swimmers
• Shallow-water capability
• Large swim platform
• Excellent family/day-boat layout
• Easier trailering than many comparable surf boats (Boats)

The main trade-offs:

• Fuel economy is generally lower than comparable outboard boats.
• Serious wakesurf enthusiasts often prefer dedicated V-drive surf boats for a larger wave. Some experienced boaters on Reddit note that jet boats can surf, but won't match a purpose-built surf boat. (Reddit)

For the Traverse City area specifically, if Long Lake Marina can source one, I'd ask for:

1. Sale price.
2. Freight/prep/doc fees.
3. Out-the-door price including trailer.

A dealer quoting $113,999 can easily end up several thousand dollars higher once fees are added.

If you have a quote from Long Lake Marina, paste it here and I can tell you whether it's a good deal compared with current 2026 pricing in Michigan.