Consumers might simply look to the aftermarket and reflash to a higher HP rating. However since we know that this powerplant is more than capable, there would be the potential for upgrades. He was also told that if this powerplant does find its way into the production model, it will most likely be detuned to keep the consumer and BRP in the safe zone as far as liability (so possibly 130hp). He was told that while testing out the 170hp variant, it was possible to reach top speeds in excess of 63mph. While probing for more information regarding a potential Spark revamp in 2023, he received confirmation that the mainstream 1630cc ACE engine which is currently offered in several other platforms such as the Sea-Doo Gti and Switch has been swapped into the Spark hull for testing. Kevin Shaw, the editor and chief of the Watercraft Journal recently spoke with Martin Lachance who is the Watercraft Product Development Director at BRP. 2024 SeaDoo SPARK X with a 1630cc ACE engine = 63+ Mph SeaDoo Spark X with 170hp 1630cc ACE does 63 mph A lightweight nimble watercraft that would be tailored more to speed demons and could potentially spinoff an entirely new racing division. Ultimately these circulating rumors have lead to a new "Spark X" possibility. And with that, rumors have begun to circulate surrounding the idea that there may be a larger displacement offering to support a higher horsepower output. Are we going to see a SeaDoo Spark X with a 130hp - 170hp 1630cc ROTAX ACE engine anytime soon? BRP is likely to do something special for the tenth anniversary of the Spark.
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