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Japanese aftermarket specialists have made an amazing entrance to the USA market since last year. Recently at the booth of Fenec in the Performance Alley Maekawa Engineering exhibited a new billet aluminum cylinder and head for the SX-R 800 which was equipped with pneumatic power valves. The kit comes complete with the cylinder, two power valves, head and bolts. Fits 89-90mm pistons (89x74mm -920cc and 90x74mm-941cc) especially designed for Fennec. Installation requires boring on the crankcase upper. For enquiries contact Ardath Inc. at ardathinc@aol.com

It has been more than a year ago when Solas had engineered its first pump for Kawasaki SX-R. Recently the company released a new drop nozzle kit for this particular pump which incorporates removable nozzle rings in order to adjust thrust and tune the power delivery according to the riders needs. Though the length of the steering nozzle is short and it does not meet the latest requirement needs. For more info contact Group K.

The Brazilian designer revealed at the World Finals his latest innovation, the Wamerjet. It’s a new Ski based on his previous design, Polaris Octane, which features the Weber motor. Deck and hull have some similarities with the octane though the unique hood of the engine compartment is a show case on its own. Wamilton has already shown the two models which one of them is for freestyle use. Prices and availability will soon be announced.

Multi National and World champion Dustin “King D” Farthing showed up on the Havasu practice circuits on a two stroke Hydrospace. The particular Ski is equipped with a two stroke Miller engine. Rumors are saying that this highly tuned engine produces 200+ bhp. There is no doubt that this race craft has incredible performance and Farthing seems to be riding it to the limit. It is possible we may see him getting another world title on this specially made GP Ski. By the way, this Ski has already been sold.

The IJSBA is pleased to announce the second annual ceremony to celebrate this year’s inductees into the Stjernstrom-Jacobsen IJSBA Hall Of Fame.The ceremony will take place on October 13, from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM, at the London Bridge Convention Center (1477 Queens Bay Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403). The inductees will be presented with an award recognizing their accomplishments. These 2007 inductees are: Celeste Peterson, Brenda Burns, Art Chambers, Harry Goatcher, Jeff Kantz, Bo Dupriest, Tim McKercher, Diane O’Neal, Kane Cahill, Chaowalit Kuajaroon, Todd Ross, Matt Alligood, Yves Van Heers, John Stevens and Jeff Prieur. In addition to the 15 competitors listed above, the IJBSA is inducting two persons who have been outstanding contributors to the sport of PWC Racing. These persons are awarded Lifetime Achievement Awards at the event. This year’s Lifetime Achievement inductees are: Ken Stuart and Bill Chapin. The inductees and their guests will enjoy a private ceremony from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM to reunite and reminisce. The public will be welcomed in at approximately 7:50 and we will start the ceremony promptly at 8:00. For more information regarding the second annual IJSBA Hall Of Fame Ceremony, please email info@ijsba.com.

According to recent confidential information Kawasaki will have just four models in the Jet Ski for the 2008 season. All models will be equipped with a four stroke engine apart from the SX-R which most possibly will be not available in Europe. The STX-12F is not included in the European model range next year a fact that will deviate some customers to other brands. The Ultra 250 LX will show up on the list buts its price has not been confirmed yet. Rumors for the 4T SX-R are getting stronger and stronger since a manufacturer is already on the way to homologate a 4T stand up for next season…

The American company has released a new ride plate for the new muscle craft. According to Riva announcement the new ride plate provides improved handing and top speed, reduces purposing, provides quicker planning and it is IJSBA legal for race use. Additionally, it powder coated to prevent corrosion and it utilizes integrated reverse gate brackets. Its part number is RK21090 and it will set you back at $229,95. Available at www.rivaracing.com