2017 Yamaha Ar210 Top Speed

2017 Yamaha Ar210 Top Speed

Brief Summary

Affordable can be a nasty word in the marine industry. Most often it translates to "stripped down" but Yamaha seems to take the term more seriously, and does so without compromising its integrity. With the Yamaha 210 Series, we see two boats that offer a spacious layout, versatility, and quality components like the Connext touchscreen. All in an easily handled 21'3" (6.48m) package that actually is… affordable.

Key Features

  • Snap-in soft marine-grade carpet
  • Removable dinette table with pedestal
  • Integrated Removable Cooler
  • Integrated Swim Platform
  • Stern Wet Storage
  • 3 position No Wake Mode Control
  • Colors available in Maple Red or Suede Gray
  • Bimini top
  • Tow hook
  • Painted trailer with swing-away tongue

Test Results

RPM MPH Knots GPH MPG NMPG STAT. MILE NM dBa
1500 4.2 3.7 1.2 3.5 3 158 137 72
2000 5.1 4.4 1.6 3.2 2.8 143 124.7 75
2500 5.8 5 2.1 2.8 2.4 124 108.1 78
3000 6.8 5.9 2.6 2.6 2.3 118 102.3 78
3500 7.3 6.3 3.6 2 1.8 91 79.3 76
4000 8.6 7.5 4.7 1.8 1.6 82 71.6 75
4500 9.7 8.4 6.2 1.6 1.4 70 60.9 79
5000 13.5 11.7 8.7 1.5 1.3 70 60.5 85
5500 25.3 22 10.4 2.4 2.1 109 95 85
6000 28.8 25 11.7 2.5 2.1 111 96.2 84
6500 32.4 28.2 13.1 2.5 2.2 111 96.8 84
7000 36.5 31.7 15.6 2.3 2 105 91.4 85
7800 43.8 38 17.3 2.5 2.2 114 99 92

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Specifications

Length Overall 21' 3'' / 6.48 m
Beam 8' 6''
2.59 m
Dry Weight 3,172 lbs.
1,438 kg
Draft 1' 5''
0.43 m
Deadrise/Transom 20-deg.
Max Headroom open
Weight Capacity 1,860 lbs.
844 kg
Person Capacity 10
Fuel Capacity 50 gal.
189 L

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Acceleration Times & Conditions

Time to Plane N/A
0 to 30 6.0 sec.
Ratio 0:00
Props 22.9 deg SS 3 blade
Load 2 persons, full fuel, no water, 50 lbs. of gear
Climate 93 deg., 66 humid.; wind: 0-3 mph; seas: calm

Engine Options

Tested Engine 2 x 1049cc TR-1 High Output Yamaha Marine Engine
Std. Power 2 x 1049cc TR-1 High Output Yamaha Marine Engine
Opt. Power Not Available

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Yamaha SX210 running shot

The 210 Series of boats consists of two models, the SX210 and the AR210 with the watersports arch.

Overview

There are two boats in the Yamaha 210 Series, the SX210 and the AR210. The only difference between the two boats is that the SX210 has a typical Bimini top and the AR210 has a watersports tower. The rest of the boat's features are identical.

This practice of renaming a boat model based on the features is unique to Yamaha, and while it may seem odd, it actually makes sense. With this system in place, all the boats with the same model are the same and therefore easier to produce and control the costs. There are no options list that require changes to each boat that slows the process down. And with no options lists, there are no "up-charges" to each boat to put things on that should have been included in the first place. How many times have you seen filler cushions carry an extra price on a boat? Everyone buys it. Yamaha just includes it up front. But by keeping the process the same for each boat, no one can touch the company's pricing.

Yamaha SX210 running shot

The AR210 is identical to the SX210 with the exception of this watersports tower.

Yamaha SX210

The SX210 is equally capable of towing but it targets the family outings and cruises.

Test Results

The Yamaha 210 series have a LOA of 21'3" (6.48 m), a beam of 8'6" (2.59 m) and, with no outdrive, a draft of 1'5" (.43 m). With an empty weight of 3,172 lbs. (1,439 kg), full fuel and two people onboard, we had an estimated test weight of 3,892 lbs. (1,765 kg).

With twin TR-1 HO engines turning 7800 rpm, we reached a top speed of 43.8 mph. That speed also produced our best economy for distance cruising with the 17.3 gph fuel burn translating into a 114 mile range. For shorter cruises we can improve on the fuel burn by bringing the engines back to between 6000 and 6500 rpm for a fuel burn of 11.7 and 13.1 gph, respectively, with only a slight penalty in the range.

Yamaha SX210 running shot

Top speed during our tests was 43.8 mph.

Handling

As for her handling it can be summed up in one word… exciting. That excitement level comes from two things, the response from the twin engines and the reaction of the Articulating Keel.

Articulating Keel

This single feature has contributed most to the sporty handling of the Yamaha lineup. It's an extension from the aft end of the keel, and connected to the steering nozzle of the jet pump exhaust. Now, instead of just the exhaust handling the steering, the articulating keel adds to that effect.

Yamaha SX210 keel

With the Articulating Keel, there is more responsiveness along with off-throttle steering.

Off-Throttle-Steering

The second, and in our opinion more important, aspect of the articulating keel, is off throttle steering. Previously, when the power was taken off, so was the steering. Now imagine heading for a submerged object, and upon seeing it, you chop the throttle and turn away from the object only to have the boat continue in the same direction. Oops. Now, even when removing thrust from the equation, there's still steering and a dramatic increase in the safety level when operating jet boats.

With the combination of the Articulating Keel and twin TR-1 engines, the SX210 that we drove was exciting indeed. We had glass-calm conditions so we can't comment on how she handles chop other than crossing the wake of our camera boat. In that respect we found her to transition through the wake with no pounding effect and only minimal spray.

In turns, she'll bleed off speed only during hard turns, and if held to that turn she'll eventually slow enough to where she'll to that fun spin-out as jet boats do.

Features Inspection

Bow

Starting our tour at the bow, we immediately start to see some of the premium features on this boat such as the stainless steel handrails, and the heavy-duty marine-grade vinyl.

Yamaha SX210

The SX 210 has premium features like the stainless steel grab handle, upgraded vinyl and pull up cleats.

There's a definite feeling of roominess thanks to Yamaha carrying so much of the boat's 8'6" (2.59 m) beam so far forward. Because of this, we measured 6'4" (1.93 m) between the bolsters at the aft end of the bow dropping down to 4'8" (1.42 m) as we move forward.

The bow seating consists of the usual configuration of dual forward facing lounge seats but the comfort level is enhanced with their 1'10" (.53 m) width and 4' (1.22 m) length. Additionally, with 2'1" (.64 m) between the seats, occupants can sit while facing each other and still have plenty of legroom to spare.

Yamaha SX210 bow seating

Two people can easily sit across from one another and still have room between themselves.

Diversity Comes Into Play

Padded bolsters wrap around the bow so we have comfort regardless of where we are, and speakers are recessed into the padding so they don't press into the small of the back.

Yamaha SX210 bow seating

Filler cushions convert the bow into 3-across seating.

Yamaha SX210 seating

With the forward cushions removed we can sit with our feet on the deck.

We start to see the diversity aspect with filler cushions that can convert the bow into three-across seating. We can also remove the forward cushions for turning the front of the lounges into seats with our feet on the deck. Previous models had a forward bolster strap to hold onto when sitting like this and we would like to see that return. And of course we can also convert the bow into a large sun pad by repositioning the same filler cushions from the three-across seating.

Yamaha SX210 sun pad

With the cushions re-positioned we have a sun pad.

Yamaha SX210 bow storage

There's storage under both side seats and notice how Yamaha hinges the cushions to open from the front and the interior spaces are carpeted.

Use of Space

Yamaha's use of space is also notable in several instances. One is at the bow. 1000 Fully forward there's a step up to the foredeck for bow in docking. This also serves ae a nice launching off point for diving into the water.

Yamaha SX210 bow step

For bow in docking there's a step up to the foredeck.

Under the hatch, however, there's a different story. Yamaha managed to accomplish what other's don't seem to be even willing to try. We're talking about creating a compartment that shares an anchor locker with the reboarding ladder. Here we see both, and it's this location that several other builders design the up-charge options and let the buyer pick between one or the other.

Yamaha SX210 anchor storage

The anchor shares space with the reboarding ladder. Notice the bracket under the hatch that holds the anchor in place.

The hatch is held open with a gas-assist support strut… and we appreciate the lift and lock latch over the turn and lock latch that never seems to be turned in the right direction.

Here's another neat feature. We noticed that the anchor was held in place by wedges that the stocks dropped into, but there were no anchor keepers to hold the anchor from bouncing out. However, looking back at the hatch showed a shaped bracket underneath that does the job of holding the anchor down when the hatch is closed. A cleat strategically placed inside this compartment would be welcome and would give us a place to secure the rode other than having to use the pull up cleats off to the sides of the bow.

Walkthrough

The 25" (64 cm) walkthrough to the cockpit can be closed off with the closable windshield and a lower air dam that folds flush to the helm console when not in use.

Yamaha SX210 closing off

Chilly mornings are no problem for the SX 210. We can close off the bow area and block the breeze.

Storage Convenience

Right in this one area there are three separate storage areas, making it convenient to find what were looking for without having to search through the whole boat. The first of these compartments is to starboard, inside the helm console. Secondly we have the roomy sole storage compartment. We measured an opening 3'8" (1.12 m) long x 14 ½" (36.83 cm) wide, and the interior came in at 6'2" (1.88 m) long x 18" (45.7 cm) deep. This hatch gets a turn and lock latch, a support strut, and the opening is gasketed all the way around. Lastly, we have another storage area inside the port console that includes a 38-quart (35.96 L) carry-on cooler.

Yamaha SX210 sole storage

Sole storage is roomy enough to hold boards along with a lot of other gear.

Yamaha SX210 cooler

A carry-on cooler is inside the port console storage.

Helm

Looking at the helm, Yamaha created a good-looking panel with a vinyl brow over the two tachometers. And just to the right is another indication of how Yamaha doesn't get that affordable usually means stripped down and instead fitted the SX210 with a premium 4.3" (10.92cm) Connext touchscreen.

Yamaha SX210 helm

Yamaha is no stranger to creating good-looking helms and here we see just how well it plays out with the 210 series.

Connext Features

Not only does the Connext touchscreen provide information on data such as water depth, fuel, RPM, and speed but we can also scroll to trip info on max speed, miles per gallon, gallons per hour, average speed, and more…

When anchored it kicks into a whole separate set of display parameters with "float mode". Here the Connext will show a voltage meter and water depth. Plus, correctly assuming that we'll be hanging out and listening to the tunes for hours, and therefore running down the batteries, the system will sound an alarm when it's time to start the engine and recharge the batteries. All in an "affordable" boat.
All the way to the right of the panel, there are rocker switches that are lit when activated and there are circuit breakers alongside each one. The premium wheel is wrapped for comfort and mounted to a tilt base. To the left are the dual ignitions and single blower switch. To the right is an Infinity stereo with Bluetooth connectivity.

Yamaha SX210 wheel

The premium wheel is mounted to a tilt base.

When driving the SX210 there's a comfortable armrest that makes operating a more relaxed experience. The helm seat is opened in the back, wraps around, slides and swivels 180-degrees.

Yamaha SX210 helm seat

The helm seat is ventilated in the back and wraps around the driver for comfort.

Yamaha SX210 helm vinyl

The helm seat is upholstered in premium marine grade vinyl.

Cockpit

The cockpit features J-shaped seating that wraps around a standard (remember, no options here…) removable pedestal table. At the stern walkthrough, a non-skid step can be covered with a filler cushion. As is with the bow there are bolsters surrounding the cockpit and speakers are recessed beneath the bolsters. The heavy-duty marine-grade vinyl continues here. Open storage is under the port side seat. There's additional storage under the side seats, but here the available storage goes all the way back to the transom. Lastly, there's a deep glove storage compartment on top of the port console.

Yamaha SX210 cockpit seating

The cockpit features J-shaped seating with storage under the side seats.

Yamaha SX210 table

Add a pedestal table for an even more inviting gathering area.

Yamaha SX210 storage

Open storage for another carry-on cooler is under the port side cockpit seating.

Yamaha SX210 bimini

Protection is offered from the included Bimini top on the this SX model, and the arch and Bimini on the AR version.

Engine Compartment

The aft seats, and the covered step to the transom walkthrough, make up the hatch to the engine compartment. A single latch is released and the dual support struts lift the hatch with no human effort. Inside this well soundproofed compartment are the two high output three-cylinder engines that are 40% smaller and 20% lighter than their M1 predecessors while still putting out more power.

Yamaha SX210 engines

Yamaha powers the 210 Series with the powerful TR-1 engines.

Home Grown

More importantly is that Yamaha builds these engines. This means that should any warranty issues arise, then it's Yamaha and Yamaha only that will step up to make it right. There's no passing the buck to be done here. Moreover, these engine were purpose-built specifically for the marine environment. Yamaha didn't simply add marine features to existing motorcycle engines. And the installation leaves plenty of room for maintenance and ease of daily engine checks, all of which should keep maintenance prices in check.

Yamaha SX210 battery

The battery switch is under the port side cockpit seat.

Stern

The stern of any Yamaha boat is instantly recognizable and has actually come to define the brand. In all of its models the stern consists of a two-tiered seating area with padded seatbacks for the upper level. With the 210 models, the upper level 19 ½" (49.53 cm) from the transom and the lower level projects another 16" (40.6cm). More of the premium vinyl is seen here, and putting the same upholstery in this decidedly unprotected environment is a testimony to the durability of the vinyl itself. Non-skid matting is on both decks and the table that we saw in the cockpit can be relocated to this position. Two center mounted grab handles aid in reboarding from the concealed ladder under the center of the swim platform, a location that would be unsafe in an outdrive equipped boat.

Yamaha SX210 stern

The stern of any Yamaha boat is among the most popular gathering spaces onboard.

Yamaha SX210 stern table

Add a pedestal table for even more entertaining capability.

Jet Cleanout Port

A salesman of a traditional stern powered boat will be quick to tell you that jet boats have their impellers get clogged with debris, and they're right…. Sort of. It happens, but just not as much as they would have you believe, and probably not as much as running an outdrive into shallow water. See, the jet boat is more of a ducted fan, and if you run the boat through debris, grass, or over a plastic bag that some jack-wagon tossed into the lake, then yes, chances are the jet pump will become clogged.

This used to mean that you had to go swimming under the boat and clean out the clogged pump. Grating at the intake side took care of most of the problem but sometimes gunk can still get through. Yamaha has a clever take on the problem. It's called the clean-out port.

The upper deck of the swim platform is actually a hatch. Open it up and there are two ports leading straight down to the impellers. What you do is reach in, grab the large plug (since it wouldn't do to have the jets plasting water straight up, we have these plugs), turn the handle a ¼ turn and pull the plug up and out. Now we have clear access to the impeller, which is still under water, and we can pull out whatever is in there.

Yamaha SX210 cleaning port

The clean out port is a huge convenience item from Yamaha.

Yamaha SX210 plug

The plug is removed with a one-quarter turn.

Now since the impeller is spinning whenever the engine is running, we need to make sure that the engine's are off when we do this. Trusting people to turn off the key and leave it off simply creates lawsuits, so Yamaha correctly went with the route of having a cut-off switch activated when the hatch is opened. The engines shut down and can't even be turned over when this hatch is opened.

Observations

We've said that the Yamaha 210 Series are affordable boats and we meant it. The SX version we tested comes in at $40,199 and the watersports tower equipped AR210 is priced at $42,499. We'll save you doing the complicated math and point out that this translates into $2,500 for adding a tower to the point. Is it worth it? It is if you plan on towing. Otherwise, for family outings and entertaining the neighbors with a relaxing cruise or coving, then stick with the SX version. Either way, it's a bargain that sterndrive boats can hardly touch.

2017 Yamaha Ar210 Top Speed

Source: https://boattest.com/review/yamaha/3590_sx210#:~:text=With%20twin%20TR%2D1%20HO,top%20speed%20of%2043.8%20mph.

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