Jet skis make for a great time on the water, but they have to be properly fueled for a full and safe day of fun. Filling up your tank is simple enough, but what is the best, easiest, and most cost-efficient way to fuel your jet ski? Below, learn the different ways to fill up your jet ski’s tank. 

Filling Up Your Jet Ski Tank

There are two main ways to fuel jet skis. You can use pumps at the marina or a jerry can that you fill from said pumps or at a gas station prior to getting in the water. For an average jet ski, the gallons per hour (GPH) at wide-open throttle (WOT) is approximately ten, meaning that an “average” watercraft will consume ten gallons of gas in one hour. Because an average tank size is around 16 gallons, you could potentially ride full throttle for 1.6 hours on a full tank of gas. Because every jet ski is different, their engines and fuel tanks will vary.

Using a Jerry Can

A jerry can is a large, flat-sided container, and is designed to store and transport liquid. It’s most often used for gasoline, making it a convenient solution for filling a jet ski on the go. However, jerry cans aren’t the easiest to fill from a dock, so it’s best to fill them from a roadside gas station. Jerry cans allow you to carry extra fuel on the back of your jet ski so that you don’t run the risk of being stranded in the water. Be careful while wielding a jerry can, as they tend to be heavy and easy to spill. You can use a spill-proof nozzle to avoid the major faux pas of spilling gasoline into the marina water. The main advantage of refilling from a jerry can is that it can be done at your convenience.

Implementing a Fuel Pump

The easiest way to fill your jet ski is by stopping at a roadside gas station. Be sure to pull in close enough to the pumps for an easy fill. Fueling at the gas station as opposed to the marina typically costs less. It’s also easier to fill a stationary jet ski than one that’s bobbing in the water. Jet ski fueling at the marina involves a longer hose that can reach your floating jet ski. Make sure your engine is shut off while you fuel and stay off the jet ski until the tank is filled.

 

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