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ViPec (Versatile Intelligent Performance Engine Controls) manufactures programmable ignitions for various applications. Vipec marine ECU is available in two models (V44-V88). Both models are 100% water proof. These ECU have the cases fully filled with a special marine silicone, unlike other marine ECU that have the cases sealed. As there is no air gap inside the case, water or moisture cannot get into the case due to air pressure changes. In addition to the filled cases the components used in this ECU are very low profile. This makes the Vipec marine ECU very reliable in high vibration applications. The development of this ECU comes from many years of building and racing marine engines and experiencing the problems of other make ECU on the market. The V44 Marine is ideal for small watercraft, such as Jet Ski’s. Also this ECU is suitable for snowmobile. Mark Dobson of ViPec is currently working with Bill Chapin of R&D in order to develop a suitable ignition for the new Yamaha FZR. Mark recently informed us the following: “we will have an adapter harness that will allow you to unplug the stock ECU and plug the ViPec in. until we get the adapter finished we will only offer custom applications...like what I have been running thus far”. Mark was backing a Thai racer at the World Finals who was competing on Yamaha SHO.

The particular aftermarket product is designed and fabricated by a professional tinsmich. Constantino is also a pwc racer and having seen a few aftermarket Ultra hoods and seats he decided to make his own one. The funny thing is that these two units have a very good fit and they do not need aftermarket or tricky brackets to bolt on. You simply use the OEM assemblies to fix them on the craft. The seat a little bit higher than the stock one and the aftermarket Riva or Jettrim covers can be used. The seat weighs 6kg and the hood 8kg and their cost respectively is 1200euro (without the cover) and 800euro. For more information you may reach Costantino at constantinocars@hol.gr or tel:+30210-2321201. Both products have great finish and superb quality.

Gold Coast, QLD; Action Sports Company Jet Pilot has confirmed that the 2009 Yamaha Freeride Australian Open will be held at Phillip Park, Main beach, Gold Coast, Australia 21st February 2009 kicking off at 9am. The venue is located directly across from the Sea World Public entrance. Heading along Sea World Drive you come to the roundabout in front of the Sea World entrance and turn right at the roundabout and into the first carpark on your left, which is Phillip Park, the event site is at the northern end of the carpark. We have been speaking to several international riders including Taylor Curtis Pierre Maxient and Ross Champion who are regarded as the three best riders in the world at the moment and all have shown strong interest in competing in the 2009 Yamaha Freeride Australian Open as well as a host of other international riders. Keep checking jetpilot.com.au for regular updates on the event The event coincides with the Australian Motorcycle expo, which includes The Australian Personal Watercraft Expo & The Australian Scooter Festival (to be conducted Feb 20-22 at the Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre).

Well known Japanane company DASA has been preparing for year engine packages for freestyle crafts. Recently has announced the new Yamaha based (due to the crankcases) motor that features billet aluminum cylinder with total displacement of 1100cc or 1145cc. DASA crew prepare stroker crankshafts of 8mm, 10mm and 12mm and also use large diameter custom made pistons. Macc Racing palns to use such engine for the Kawasaki GP Ski with altered port timing.

This ausie made kit is an easy, bolt on performance upgrade. The kit includes injectors, fuel pump, timing rotor, pulley and associated hardware. Just install....no tuning...pull the throttle and get a smile on your face. All testing was done with a Solas Concord impeller, Jet Worx ride plate, pump wedge and Jet Worx air intake. It promises a top speed of 74.5 - 75.5mph at 8,300 rpm and costs $1.800.

French aftermarket handlebar manufacturer has recently released a new chin pad for the twin bar handlepole that was produced six months ago. The particular chin pad has a slim design and looks like it an original design rather than the RRP copy the company produced a few months ago. Being innovative is one thing and certainly it is a lot better than copying someone else...

Mr Scott Saito, owner of Hot Products USA recently informed us that he has updated the Sea Doo four-stroke catalogue with new aftermarket accessories and “fast goodies” for the weekend warriors and close course racers. Basically the catalogue supplement is for Sea Doo 215HP/255HP. Whoever is interested he/she may contact us to send him the PDF file with the “go-go” parts.