Celebrating 40 years since the release of the original WaveRunner 500, Yamaha are excited to announce the 2026 WaveRunner line-up, which includes fresh new colours and striking graphics.
FX Series Lineup
The 2026 line-up includes the FX Cruiser HO and FX HO models which come with the industry’s largest capacity and most powerful, 1.9 litre naturally aspirated marine engine. All FX models come with the factory-installed audio system by Yamaha, a feature-rich 7-inch extra-large touch screen, smartphone integration, built-in GPS, 168 litres of storage and heaps of additional features for those wanting to experience big horsepower combined with luxury performance.
FX JetFish
Yamaha’s dedicated fishing ski, the 2026 FX JetFish comes with Yamaha’s exclusive JetFish package, which includes the Yamaha RecDeck, premium fishing kit, Garmin fish finder and GPS, and custom FX JetFish graphics. Combined with the industry’s largest-capacity 1.9-litre marine engine, this craft delivers the power, ride performance, and manoeuvrability to reach any fishing spot – from small creeks and estuaries to offshore fishing grounds.
GP Series Lineup
With multiple World Championship winning credentials, the 1.9 litre naturally aspirated GP 19HO continues the unbeatable legacy in 2026. This race performance model comes with the factory installed audio system by Yamaha, a 4.3-inch Connext feature-rich colour display, mobile phone connectivity and race-winning drive controls.
VX Series Lineup
The 2026 VX series comes with new colours and graphics and includes the 1.9 Litre big horsepower VX Cruiser HO, and the 1049cc Litre, VX Cruiser with the factory-installed audio system by Yamaha and VX Deluxe models. All VX Series models feature a 4.3-inch colour Connext display, Yamaha’s RiDE dual-throttle controls, and 114 litres of storage, delivering the all-round versatility and performance the range is renowned for.
JetBlaster Series Lineup
New to New Zealand for 2026, the compact yet powerful JetBlaster range introduced a whole new generation of riders to the WaveRunner brand, combining affordability with playful performance. The 2026 range kicks-off with the two-seater JetBlaster, which comes with Yamaha’s award-winning TR-1 marine engine and durable high-quality SMC painted hull. This ski is the most affordable in Yamaha’s line-up.
Next is the three-seater JetBlaster DLX, which includes Yamaha’s patented RiDE dual throttle controls, bow storage, reboarding step, mirrors and two-tone stern mats.Topping the series is the exciting JetBlaster Pro model, available in three-person configuration. The JetBlaster Pro offers enhanced freestyle performance for tail stands, spins, and other adrenaline-pumping manoeuvres. These models also feature the more powerful TR-1 High Output (HO) marine engine, a feature-rich 4.3-inch display, RiDE controls and a host of premium upgrades.
2026 WaveRunner Release
The 2026 WaveRunner lineup is expected to hit New Zealand shores in late 2025.
