Since this time, Yamaha has continued to push the boundaries of performance, engineering, and design, delivering class-leading power, exceptional handling, unmatched reliability, and industry-first technologies that have set the benchmark for personal watercraft worldwide.
The 2026 WaveRunner line-up continues this legacy, and features fresh new colours and striking graphics, along with the introduction of the JetBlaster range into New Zealand.
JetBlaster Series
New to New Zealand in 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 are the exciting JetBlaster Pro model, available in a three person configuration. The JetBlaster Pros offer 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.
FX Series Lineup
The 2026 line-up includes the FX HO model which comes with the industry’s largest capacity and most powerful, 1.9 litre naturally aspirated marine engine.
The FXHO comes with the factory installed audio system by Yamaha, a feature-rich 7-inch extra-large touch screen, smart phone 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 maneuverability 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 it's unbeatable legacy in 2026.
This race performance ski come 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.
2026 WaveRunner Release
The 2026 WaveRunner range continues Yamaha’s 40-year legacy of industry-leading innovation, cutting-edge design, and exceptional on-water performance - whether it’s delivering the industry’s largest-displacement, most reliable marine engines, intuitive touchscreen technologies, exceptional ride qualities, or premium Yamaha sound systems - each model is engineered to deliver unmatched excitement, comfort, and confidence on the water.
The 2026 WaveRunner lineup is expected to hit New Zealand shores in late 2025. Pricing is yet to be confirmed.