2000 XL1200 nose diving

[saluda]

I just bought a used 2000 XL1200 and it seem to be nose heavy. It runs fine and gets up on plane fairly quick although it does cavitate more than what I think it should. The problems comes when slowing down the nose actually goes under up to about half way up the hood. I have had older Sea Doo's before but have never been on a yamaha and wondered if this is common or if there is an issue.

Thanks
Saluda

[Prograde Oil]

Havent ridden one either. Sorry! One of the other members should be able to help though!

BTW, welcome to the forum! Good to have you!

[QuickMick]

Originally Posted by saluda

I just bought a used 2000 XL1200 and it seem to be nose heavy. It runs fine and gets up on plane fairly quick although it does cavitate more than what I think it should. The problems comes when slowing down the nose actually goes under up to about half way up the hood. I have had older Sea Doo's before but have never been on a yamaha and wondered if this is common or if there is an issue.

Thanks
Saluda

Try sitting further back on the seat when going at slow speeds to keep the front of that ski up.