Reserved our 2023 Kaiyen build spot

[Max20]

Thanks for all the advice !

Dealer called back today to ask if I was interested in a ‘22 Makai that someone had ordered and backed out last minute. Is available in about 30 days.

Seems about ~ $10k more than the kaiyen with a few less options (heater , under water lights, etc.) but still nicely optioned with chill tech , premium wet sound package etc. 400 motor.

You may inquire about a heater install at the dealer. Underwater lights can be added easily if you want them. Everyone here will be happy to spend your money but my advice is DO IT!

If it’s still 30 days out can you pick colors and other options or is it too late for that?

[benny32]

The only thing I'll say as an owner of a makai with similar crew size is you'll need more weight. I have 500lbs of lead and upgraded rear bags and just added midship bags to piggyback off the existing subfloor. With a small crew size the makai seems to need a lot of weight to really make that wave pop.

[RUGER761]

If your up for a larger boat and a little extra $ then 30 days would be awesome vs a year with price increases. Heater is nice but not 100% needed and can be added pretty easy aftermarket as well as under water lights. Benny32 is right with a small crew it needs more weight. I haven't went to the extreme he has but I do have extra weight and it will likely get a bit more this year for when its just my family in the boat.

[dyrmz134]

The only thing I'll say as an owner of a makai with similar crew size is you'll need more weight. I have 500lbs of lead and upgraded rear bags and just added midship bags to piggyback off the existing subfloor. With a small crew size the makai seems to need a lot of weight to really make that wave pop.

The dealer rep said the wake makers in the rear is usually enough to help a small crew. I guess you can always want a better wave !

If your up for a larger boat and a little extra $ then 30 days would be awesome vs a year with price increases. Heater is nice but not 100% needed and can be added pretty easy aftermarket as well as under water lights. Benny32 is right with a small crew it needs more weight. I haven't went to the extreme he has but I do have extra weight and it will likely get a bit more this year for when its just my family in the boat.

Thanks ! Good notes.

[dyrmz134]

You may inquire about a heater install at the dealer. Underwater lights can be added easily if you want them. Everyone here will be happy to spend your money but my advice is DO IT!

If it’s still 30 days out can you pick colors and other options or is it too late for that?

Too late for colors. It’s triple black exterior with the pecan chill tech interior. Idk if I would have built it that way , but IMO is pretty slick looking.

[HFarr]

Got any pictures of it? The size difference in those two will be pretty noticeable. But I love my Makai and the room it gives you. Sounds like a good chance to go bigger if you think you may need the room.

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[benny32]

You guys will have a blast just getting out there together! I love to tinker and putting a little money and sweat equity to maximize the experience is half the fun.

[dyrmz134]

You guys will have a blast just getting out there together! I love to tinker and putting a little money and sweat equity to maximize the experience is half the fun.

Thanks!

Do you have the wake maker bags in the rear?

[benny32]

Thanks!

Do you have the wake maker bags in the rear?

I do. They were a day one upgrade. I did a couple passes with the stock bags for comparison but they didn't last long. So much bang for the buck.

[dyrmz134]

Got any pictures of it? The size difference in those two will be pretty noticeable. But I love my Makai and the room it gives you. Sounds like a good chance to go bigger if you think you may need the room

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Not great photos's- all I've got is a screenshot from the dealer quote.

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