SJ vs. SXR Survey

[SJBrit]

This question gets asked a lot, and we all know the standard arguments for and against, but it's tough for a beginner trying to figure out which to buy. The trouble is that there are good arguments on both sides, and whose opinion is the right one?

I figured actions speak louder than words, so I came up with this survey idea. I think the results might be very telling and prove helpful to beginners trying to make a choice.

 

[SJBrit]

I started the bidding with Superjet, and no looking back. I'm very interested to see the switch statistics.

 

[D Slicker]

I started with an SX-R ripped the motor out and put it in my X-2 then sold the hull. Went out and bought a SJ but miss my SX-R

 

[willycrumb]

SXR -cheaper, more power, more range, more fun to ride fast.

SuperJet- lighter, more used performance parts available, fun to ride slow and do tricks or surf ride.

 

[SJBrit]

SXR -cheaper, more power, more range, more fun to ride fast.

SuperJet- lighter, more used performance parts available, fun to ride slow and do tricks or surf ride.

Exactly, but I'm hoping that people's riding histories are a more reliable guide to beginners than people's opinions.

 

[onesojourner]

and the only people that can comment are those that have spent plenty of time on both.

 

[Gainera2582]

Superjets are easier to throw around and jump waves with. Sxrs stay more glued to the water and carve easily than a superjet.

Downsides? Superjet is squirrely for handling compared to the sxr. In stock form, the superjet's power is something to be desired(needs a pipe, prop, and intake grate)). Sxr is heavy compared to the superjet and seems almost too stable sometimes for my desire(I prefer a challenge).

Both skis are great, both serve a purpose, but if your a serious freerider and you do any sort of freestyle, get a superjet. If you intend on racing, carving up the lake and going fast, get the sxr.

 

[IceRocket1286]

I ride both alot, and like them each for what they are made for.

 

[jmeadlock]

SXR - more range

No way. SXR's are gas hogs.

I have both and like both. I've spent a lot of $ on the sxr for less gain than if I were spending on a SJ. Gonna spend some on a SJ and see how I like. SJ much cheaper to upgrade.

 

[Scorn800]

I had a sxr 1st than bought a 98 sj. It wasn't for me, I than sold it and bought a couple more sxr's
I really like how the sxr handles. To me it's better in every condition.

 

[Shonuff]

I had two roundies and one SX-R, then traded to now have one roundie and two SX-Rs.

. . . and a kickass 440. :Banane01:

I like the speed and carving of the SX-R. I prefer having more boat under me.

 

[oxnard111]

I started on a SXR, then had both an SXR and an SJ, then sold the SXR, and now have 2 SJ's

 

[oxnard111]

SXR -cheaper, more power, more range, more fun to ride fast.

SuperJet- lighter, more used performance parts available, fun to ride slow and do tricks or surf ride.

What do you mean more range? Like riding distance/time? I think not. I have not seen a SXR that gets better mileage than an SJ, even if the SJ was pretty setup and the SXR is stock.

 

[Sanford]

Long time SJ rider here. However, if I were into racing, the SXR would be my whip.

 

[willycrumb]

Exactly, but I'm hoping that people's riding histories are a more reliable guide to beginners than people's opinions.

Sorry, I didnt quite understand that when I read it. The initial post that is.

 

[willycrumb]

What do you mean more range? Like riding distance/time? I think not. I have not seen a SXR that gets better mileage than an SJ, even if the SJ was pretty setup and the SXR is stock.

Sorry. I meant it is a lot funner to ride a SXR 40 miles than it is to ride a SuperJet that far. More plush, stable ride is what I was going for.

 

[Speedfreak]

I think the poll should be edited to say SXR/SXorSXI Not just the SXR.. NOt everybody getting into standups will start on an SXR they start out with comething cheap then sell it and move up.

I started with a SXI rode it for a couple years. Bought a Superjet rode both for a year. Then sold the SXI and will NEVER go back to the Green side. Benn rideing a SJ for 7 years now. The SJ handles better, FEELS to have more power, Super cheap to upgrade.

 

[Big Kahuna]

Yo, Adrian...........

You thinking about getting Suzi an SXR??? You know you could race it!!!!!!!

 

[superjet0587]

94 750 sx kawasaki to an 05 superjet, will never go back to the kawasaki's

 

[jmeadlock]

Sorry. I meant it is a lot funner to ride a SXR 40 miles than it is to ride a SuperJet that far. More plush, stable ride is what I was going for.

I agree with you there!! SXR wears me out less in pretty much any kind've riding. 40 miles is a long way on a standup (bring gas!!)