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Ride to Hunstanton water front, leaving at 10.30am (approx 1 hour ride)

Fish and Chips, and walk on the beach!

Leave Hunstanton at 2pm
Start Time: 10:00
Date: 2012-03-04
End Time: 15:00

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Getting a jet ski ready to go the following summer is the most important part of winterising this personal water craft. To insure the jet ski runs properly, check the fuel, oil and engine in the fall. Prepare the jet ski as soon as the weather warms.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Drain the water from the jet ski right after it’s taken out of the water for the final time. When on a trailer, the jet ski is usually tilted back. Run the engine several times for no more than 30 seconds each time. Tilt the handle-back and-forth while it’s running to drain the water from the engine.
2. Use mild soap and water to scrub the exterior of the jet ski. Wash away all algae, water stains and grime from the sides, seat and back. Make sure there is no water left in the hull of the jet ski when cleaning. Use a normal wax on the exterior to give it an added protective coat and shine.
3. Fill the gas tank to the top before storing for the winter. Add stabiliser according to the directions on the bottle to keep the gas clean for the next season. Run the engine in 30-second intervals several times to get the stabiliser mixed through the fuel before storing.
4. Remove the air filter to allow easy access to the carburetor. Spray fogging oil in the carburetors and spark plug cylinders. Spray the oil while the engine is idling. Continue spraying until the engine stalls and replace the air filter.
5. Take out the spark plugs. Make sure the wires are grounded first. Spray fogging oil into each spark plug hole. Put a rag over each hole and push the start button to disperse the oil. The engine will not start because there aren’t spark plugs in place. Replace the plugs and clean up any excess oil.
6. Remove the battery, negative connection first, followed by the positive connection. Store the battery in a warm, clean area.
7. Trailer tires can rot in winter months if they are stored on dirt or gravel. Cover them with plastic bags and put them on boards. To keep them from rotting, take them off the jet ski and prop the trailer on blocks.
8. Store the jet ski on the trailer with wheels off for best wheel maintenance. Place steel wool in the exhaust to prevent animals from getting in the engine. Cover and store the jet ski for the winter.

That’s all there is to it. Simples, eh? Okay, it’s not that easy; there’s no shame in getting us to do it for you and our £200 winterise and service offer still stands

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158 JET SKI star James Bushell has achieved a UK first, becoming PRO Open and Pro GP 2011 IJSAB World Champion after a stunning performance in Lake Havasu, USA over the weekend.

Bushy left competitors trailing in his wake following some amazing action out on the water watched by a crowd of more than 7,000 jet ski enthusiasts.

Under brilliant sunshine, light winds, air temperatures hovering in the low 80s and nearly smooth-as-glass water conditions, the final eight 2011 IJSBA World Championships were decided on Sunday.

In Pro Runabout our great Brit Bushell was the fastest qualifier in his class despite facing tough competition from nearly 30 other riders from across the globe.

Finishing second in the first 12 lap moto, he made an amazing comeback in the second 12 lapper, edging 2010 champion Dustin Farthing of Florida to take the race and the title from his American rival.

Riding his new RXP-X-260 to victory, James now has four world titles to his credit as well as three others in Pro-Am classes.

In an article on the IJSBA website James told of his joy at having his dad there to see his amazing performance.

He said: “It was pretty special having my dad to be there on the beach to greet me at the finish line. He’s very happy — I’m very happy. It felt very good, obviously. I knew I had a pretty good lead (on Dustin Farthing) so I was just cruising the last few laps.”

Speaking from 158’s HQ in Tallington, Matt Bullock, James’ business partner said the whole team was celebrating the good news and were looking forward to welcoming Bushy home.

“It’s an absolutely amazing achievement and we are so proud of James’ performance. He’s an incredible sportsman and we’ll certainly be helping him celebrate when he returns to the UK in the next few days. He’s going to need an even bigger trophy cabinet now!”

Top of the list were topics such as maintaining an older jetski and winterising your jetski. So, after a quick show of hands, we decided to start with the most popular topic.

Are you ready? Here goes… 158 Performance’s best advice on maintaining your jetski.

Better safe than sorry… how to look after your jetski

The job of maintaining a jet ski should be taken seriously. Preventive maintenance can save you from being stranded in a body of water because your jet ski stops working. Spend a little extra time taking care of the basics and enjoy water fun for years.

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You’ll Need

• Fuel
• Oil
• Fuel conditioner
• Water
• Grease
• Battery

1. Maintain the correct amount of oil and gas for the jet ski. Verify that there’s an adequate level of both fluids in the engine. Older jet skis that run on 2-stroke engines require the fuel and oil be premixed, while the new 4-stroke engines have separate fuel and oil spots.
2. Take the jet ski out of storage for the summer early. When stored with fuel in the engine and no fuel stabiliser, add a fuel cleaner and stabiliser before starting it up.
3. Try starting the engine. Consult a trained technician for proper summarising. They can drain and dispose of the old fuel and ensure the jet ski is in proper working condition.
4. Change the engine oil and filter at least once a year. Drain the pump oil and replace it with new oil once a year also.
5. Add grease to all seals and bearing fittings. Inspect these areas several times to ensure they are working properly. Lubricate the parts at least once a year.
6. Check all the wires, including trim and throttle cables, for loose or damaged parts. Replace when necessary.
7. Clean the exterior, seat, windshield and entire body of the jet ski every time you take it out of the water to prevent corrosion or staining.

We hope this guide has been useful for you. Please feel free to share it with your friends.

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KING of the jet ski, James Bushell, has done it again, burning off the competition to clinch two trophies including the title of European Champion for the fifth time.

James clinched his double victories after amazing performances at the BJBF European Championships in Belgium at the weekend.

As well as outclassing his rivals to become European Champion in the Prog P Class 2011, he also took top spot in the Runabout Stock Pro-am class after an amazing display of skill, stamina and power on the water.

The jet ski champ went out to Belgium last Wednesday (August 10) and returned home in triumph on Monday (August 15) with his victory spoils – two lovely shiny trophies.

“James has done it again and we’re really proud of his achievements. It’s great for James and it’s fantastic for 158 to have a European champion on the team,” says 158’s Matt Bullock.

He adds: “James turned up at our showroom in Tallington clutching the two trophies which was great to see. He’s an amazing sportsman and we’re delighted for him. He works so hard to stay at the top of his game and we’re so pleased we have his skill, knowledge and expertise to call upon at 158. We’re sure our customers appreciate it too.”

James had the enviable task of travelling to Miami, Florida, to be filmed putting this incredible new machine through its paces. You can check out the amazing footage here.

Designed to give riders every possible advantage on the water, the Sea-Doo RXP-X-260 oozes style and hi-tech design with handling that is second to none, says the four times World Champion.

James, who is already the proud owner of one and plans to use it when he races in the World finals this October, has nothing but praise for the new machine, billed by its creators as having “the absolute best handling and performance on the market”.

“It was absolutely brilliant to ride – a really good experience,” he says. “The RXP-X-260 has lovely acceleration, awesome turning capabilities and looks great. It’s an entirely different ski and features a brand new hull for better water traction which has been five years in development.

He adds: “I’m really looking forward to racing it in the World Finals in Arizona this October and showing what it and I can do.”

One of the key features of the new ski is its T3 hull, enabling riders to achieve sharp, precise cornering thanks to incredible traction on the water.

It also benefits from the Ergolock System which was developed to give the rider a more direct connection with the machine and newly styled handlebars and footwells to minimise upper body fatigue and provide more leverage.

Watch out for updates on James racing with the exciting new Sea-Doo RXP-X 260 in the coming weeks and wish him luck for the World Finals in October – not that he’ll need it!

Racing on the ocean wave is a new experience for James and in his first season he’s chalked up two second places in the first two meetings of the five race series.

Powerboat P1 Management Ltd is the promoter of AquaX and the rights-holder for P1 SuperStock new event. The company has eight years’ experience in delivering more than 85 world championship races in 12 countries.

The AquaX Championship kicked off in Southampton in May where Russell Marmon from Christchurch, Hampshire, took first place on his Kawasaki Ultra 300X in both races.

However, in his first competitive races at sea, James briefly got ahead of Marmon in race two, only to see his lead disappear when conditions got significantly tougher.

Elite 300 Class results
1. Russell Marmon (Kawasaki Ultra 300X) 40 points; 2. James Bushell (Sea-Doo RXP-X 255 RS) 34pts; 3. Richard Cable (Kawasaki STXR) 28pts; 4. Nick Beer(Sea-Doo RXP) 26pts; 5. Ben Vine (Kawasaki Ultra 250) 24pts.

Round 2 of the series saw competitors travel to Jersey where James was determined to turn the tables on series leader Russell Marmon.

“Russell is very experienced at this type of racing but hopefully if the sea is flatter on race day I can close the gap and give him a good run for his money,” James told Powerboat P1 Management.

He added: “Racing on the sea is very new to me, so I’ll still be happy just to make the podium and have some fun.”

And make the podium he certainly did. Just as in the opening round, it was James that took the fight to Marmon.

Holding the lead for much of the race, James battled hard before a recovering Marmon got past the 158 rider and secured victory. Speaking after the meet, James was pleased with his performance. “It’s been a very good day for me as I’m much closer to Russell now and am really getting to grips with racing in the sea,” he said. “I led moto one for about 10 laps and was also not far behind him in the second race so know I have the pace to take him on.”

Elite 300 Class results
1. Russell Marmon, (Kawasaki Ultra 300X) 40 points; 2. James Bushell (Sea-Doo RXT-X 260 RS) 34 points; 3. Anya Colley (Sea-Doo RXT-X 260 AS). 4. Nick Beer (Sea-Doo RXP-X 255 RS). 5. Richard Cable (Kawasaki Ultra 300X).

This latest result means James currently lies in second place in the Elite 300 class on 68 points, 12 points behind Championship leader Russell Marmon on 80 points.
Next event takes place at Sutton Harbour, Plymouth on July 16 and 17. Watch this space for updates on James’ progress and don’t forget to send him some good luck messages. He’d love to hear from you.

Look out for announcements on our fantastic new ranges for 2012, read exclusive snippets on the team behind 158, including our world, European and national jetski champion, James Bushell and find out why some members of the team have been travelling Stateside on a top secret mission. Watch this space and all will be revealed.

So, without further ado, we present 158’s blog debut. Comments and questions welcome so get in touch.