Polaris Industries, a company known for manufacturing various recreational vehicles, produced jet skis under the brand name “Polaris PWC” (Personal Watercraft) from 1992 to 2004.
Here is a brief overview of their involvement in the jet ski market…
- 1992 – Polaris entered the personal watercraft market with its first models. Over the years, it introduced several innovative features and designs to compete with established brands like Kawasaki, Yamaha, and Sea-Doo.
- 1990s – Throughout the 1990s, Polaris continued to develop and release various jet ski models. They gained a reputation for producing reliable, performance-oriented watercraft that appealed to both recreational users and enthusiasts.
- 2004 – Polaris announced its decision to exit the personal watercraft market. The 2004 model year it marked the last production year for Polaris jet skis. The company decided to focus on its core businesses, including ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles.
Although Polaris no longer manufactures jet skis, their 1990s and early 2000s models are still in use and can be found on the second-hand market. These models are often sought after by enthusiasts and collectors who appreciate their build quality and performance.