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The EJSBA has been created as a non-profit and democratic Association. The 3 founders are: Yves Van Heers, Michel Bulteau and Thierry Schraff. The three founders together with Franky Zapata - elected Riders representative, Pascal Barriac - elected Brands representative, have been temporarily elected to carry out duties on behalf of the EJSBA. Later this year when further elections will take place to select three additional representatives from the affiliated countries, the Temporary Board will then be officially elected to either continue on or relinquish their duties. The Temporary Board of Directors functions are: Thierry Schraff: President, Yves Van Heers: General Secretary, Michel Bulteau: Treasurer. All expenses will be submitted to the Board of Directors, any payments made will require two signatures. The official and legal creation of the EJSBA came to fruition on 18th of January 2008 in the city of Brussels at the offices of Government official Notary Hervé Behaegel.

Designed to exceed the demands of the world's fastest riders, the Switch Race Suit is purpose-built for riders that push their race crafts and their bodies to the limits. Maximum flexibility with serious coverage in all the right places, this is the suit you need to keep your focus on the finish line. Slippery Switch wet suit features: a) 3mm Neoprene throughout legs / 1.5mm Airprene torso, b) 1mm Airprene in torso for ventilation, c) Strategically placed Lycra in under arm area for maximum mobility, d) armored leg and knee panels for protection, e) one piece lightweight John for competition racing, and f) unique price of $149,95.

When nothing but the best will do, we offer our most technologically advanced vest to date. The Switch Vest features a fully molded outer shell, light weight and a level of comfort that's unequaled. Neoprene vests offer a level of comfort that traditional nylon vests simply can't attain... make the switch. Slippery Switch Molded Vest suit features: a) U.S. Coast Guard approved Type 3 PFD, b) PVC inner foam and a soft, stretch knit fabric interior for comfort, c) Fully molded outer shell for flexibility and trick styling, d) Neoprene sides and shoulders for comfort and maximum mobility, e) Front zipper and two 1,5” belts with quick-lock buckles for easy adjustment, f) “D” ring for clip lanyards, and g) unique price of $89,95.

RXP-X Supercharger Surge Protector Kit The R&D Surge Protector Kit will significantly improve supercharger clutch and compressor wheel performance and reliability by eliminating compressor surge. Compressor surge is defined as the negative charge of pressure that causes turbulence in the supercharger that occurs during aggressive of off-throttle operations. When the throttle valve is abruptly closed at high rpms, the engine decelerates quickly down from 8,000rpms, however the supercharger is compressing air (creating boost) as the supercharger has to decelerate from 42,000rpms. This turbulence is the primary cause of undue stress on the supercharger clutch system and its components. The R&D surge protection kit utilizes an automotive vacuum assisted Bosch pressure blow off valve that automatically releases the unwanted intake pressure between the closed throttle valve and the supercharger. As soon as the throttle valve is opened, the blow off valve immediately closes and the compressor can supply its full boost potentials to the engine. Manufactured from high-temperature silicone hose with an integrated molded riser for the blow off valve to function without hindering intake flow or velocity. The R&D kit Installs easily in place of the OEM rubber intake elbow joint. This kit is a very necessary and cost effective up-grade for all Sea-Doo supercharged watercraft. Kit comes completely assembled with silicone elbow, blow off valve, R&D B.O.V. filter, mounting hardware and instructions.

The EJSBA Board of Directors have decided to re-assess the rules that were sent out in JSN# 6. Here are the new rules. Ski Stock: The maximum capacity for two stroke engines is 1100 cc, but they must stay within the Power-Weight ratio decided in December 07: 1.52. This Power-Weight ratio is based on the HSR-Benelli S4 already admitted in the Stock class for 2006 & 2007. Note: this capacity of 1100 cc must be OEM, you can use only OEM pistons and the stroke must stay OEM. In the case of the new Ski produced by Zapata, the Power-Weight ratio must be 1.52 like any other Ski already homologated in the Ski Stock Class. Zapata must put his engine on a homologated Dyno to prove that this Ski is within the Power-Weight ratio restraints, this must happen in the presence of a member of the Board of Directors. The lowering of power or rising of weight must only be done by the manufacture. A production of 100 units is required to be homologated for the Stock Class. The same rules apply to the new HSR-Benelli S8 Pro Edition; the Power-Weight ratio must be 1.52 set by the manufacture. So far HSR aren’t prepared to change the Power-Weight ratio of the S8 Pro Edition. De facto this Ski will not be homologated in Stock Class. Ski Limited: No changes, only to the capacity of two strokes, which now raise up to 1100 cc. Note: the capacity is theoretical and cannot be reached by changing the sleeves or the stroke of the OEM engine. Hard Chrome cylinders or Nicasil cylinders must be kept to the original bore size of the OEM cylinder. The Zapata Ski will be admitted in the Limited Class with a maximum of 138 BHP as long as it reaches the required units (100) to be homologated in the Stock class. The HSR-Benelli 142 BHP version will be admitted into Limited Class, but because this Ski will not meet the Power to Weight ratio for Ski Stock Class, a production of 100 units is needed before it qualifies to race in Ski Limited. Ski GP: No changes, only that the cubic capacity rise-up to 1100 cc for two Strokes. The EJSBA Board of Directors understands that not everyone will agree with these rules. But we feel that the majority of riders will be satisfied with this outcome. See you at the 2008 European Championship.

From the pioneer years up to the golden days of the sport and from two stroke decades to the four stroke era the R&D Company was present, supporting the sport and the market with high quality products, immaculate service and unique performance. Words: Vasilis Moraitis Photos:www.jetskiworld.gr If anyone run back to personal water craft old magazines...