Wave runners, jet skis, pwc's (personal water craft) etc. are actually the same! The wave runners or the pwc's are basically water crafts having a seating capacity maximum of 3 people. These types of water crafts are generally designed for speed. Wave runner was designed by Yamaha and is the trademarked name for a personal watercraft. It now seems to be a preferred choice among lifeguards and ocean based rescue squads. Similarly, Kawasaki has a trademarked name known as jet-ski for its range of watercrafts. The trademarked names are being used more than the original names due to the huge popularity and demand for these machines.

        Their speed, agility and attractiveness make them the most popular choice among water sport enthusiasts. The wave runners were initially introduced in 1987, resulting in an instant hit among water sport enthusiasts, increasing demand for such machines. Finally, Yamaha had to launch newer models of the wave runner. These days wave runners from the basic version to the most powerful version are available, the engine specifications of the wave runner range from the smaller cubic capacities such as 650cc and go all the way to 1800cc  The price range of the wave runner models start from $8000 and go all the way to $20000.

        The new range of wave runners, one's that are produced by Yamaha are technologically packed with a whole lot of features. The wave runners come with a 4 stroke engine and electronically fuel injected fuel delivery systems, delivering enhanced power combined with a better economy and at the same time having lower emissions.

        The 2010 models Wave runner models on sale by Yamaha are FZS, FZR, FX SHO, FX Cruiser SHO, VX series and the super jet. Except for the super jet all the other models produced have a 4stroke engine. All these models are quite efficient and offer tremendous amounts of power compared to other models from different companies.

Used wave runners are available too you can run a search on the web for websites offering a good deal on the used wave runners. Their price range normally exists between say $6000 to $20000 depending upon the model and the usage. But be very careful when you buy a used wave runner and see to it that it is in running condition.