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2012 Kawasaki STX®-15F
Warm weather plus water plus fun equals Jet Ski®. At least, that's how personal watercraft enthusiasts usually see it. And with the STX®-15F, these folks have the vehicle to finish that equation with a perfect day of fun on the water. It’s complete with 160 horsepower — making it the most powerful watercraft in its class. The STX’s composite hull offers stable yet sporty handling, and the abundance of rider-friendly features, not to mention serious value, will keep riders grinning all day long.
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Features
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Key Features: • 160-horsepower engine is the most powerful in its class • Digital fuel injection provides smooth performance and excellent fuel economy • Composite hull facilitates stable yet sporty handling • Digital instrumentation includes a speedometer, tachometer and fuel gauge • Class-leading storage lets you take all your gear with you
1,498cc Engine: • Four-stroke engine provides incredibly strong low • and mid-range torque • Produces 160 horsepower , the most powerful engine in its price range • Dual overhead cams (DOHC) are light and compact for less valve train inertial mass • Large valves provide better intake and exhaust flow to improve torque and power • Intake and exhaust valve lift, as well as cam timing, are optimized to reduce exhaust emissions • Large capacity airbox cuts down engine noise and provides good air intake flow • Intake tract designed for maximum performance • Digital fuel injection provides great throttle response, smooth engine performance, quick acceleration, easy starting and excellent fuel economy • Tip-over protection shuts engine off if craft tilts more than 61 degrees • Waterproofed ECU and ignition coils protect the ignition system from electrical shorts • Unique semi-dry sump oil system lowers the crankshaft in the engine, eliminates the need for scavenging pumps, and keeps the oil from flooding the crankcase if the craft is capsized • Kawasaki’s patented oil separator provides fail-safe venting for the crankcase and prevents oil from flowing into the intake tract if the craft is capsized • Has earned a Three-Star Ultra-Low Emissions rating, meets the Environmental Protection Agency’s strictest standards, as well as the California Air Resources Board’s standards
Steering System: • Kawasaki Smart Steering® (KSS®) monitors steering input and engine speed and, when certain conditions are met, raises rpm to give enough thrust to maneuver • Reverse bucket is designed for more precise direction control when backing and is made of injection molded material to prevent corrosion • Reverse increases maneuverability in tight places
Composite Hull: • Hull size is optimized for a stable, yet sporty and nimble ride • Injection-molded sponsons deliver ultra-responsive turning, while enhancing stability • Durable three-blade oval-edge stainless steel impeller provides maximum efficiency • Shielded jet propulsion system offers greater protection from damage • Kawasaki Splash Deflector (KSD) helps keep spray off the operator and passenger • Boarding step retracts automatically and eases boarding in deep water • Large capacity fuel tank allows more time on the water
Deck: • Integrated storage compartments offer the largest storage capacity in its class • Stylish hatch cover keeps with muscular look • Handle position makes aggressive “stand-up” riding easier and provides ample room for a wide range of riders • Spacious, close-to-the-water open rear deck provides plenty of room for putting on skis or a wakeboard and easy deep water boarding
2012 Kawasaki STX®-15F
Specifications
Engine
- Engine
- Four-stroke, four-cylinder inline
- Displacement
- 1,498 cc
- Bore x Stroke
- 83 x 69.2 mm
- Compression Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Cooling
- Inducted water
- Fuel System
- Digital Fuel Injection w/60mm throttle body
- Starting System
- Electric
- Lubrication
- Semi-Dry Sump system
- Propulsion System
- Jet pump, axial-flow single stage
- Thrust
- 957 lb.
- Fuel Capacity
- 16.4 gal.
- Oil Capacity
- 5.3 qt.
Transmission
- Impeller
- Three-blade, oval-edge stainless steel
- Ignition
- TCBI with Digital Advance
Dimensions
- Overall Length
- 122.8 in.
- Overall Width
- 46.5 in.
- Overall Height
- 41.3 in.
- Curb Weight
- 844.5 lb.****Inlcudes all necessary materials and fluids to operate correctly, full tank of fuel (more than 90% of capacity) and tool kit (if supplied)
- Load Capacity
- 496 lb.
- Storage Capacity
- 23.5 gal.
General Information
- Seating Capacity
- Three-person
- Warranty
- 12 Months; (Good Times™ Protection Plan) 12, 24, 36, 48 months
- Coupling
- Direct drive from engine


