What's holding me back?

[druppert]

Today, for the first time, I took the boat out alone. I was excited because I was previously able to hit 52 with 4 adults & 2 toddlers and I was convinced I'd hit 55. The water was smooth, the wind was light, 1/3 tank of fuel and...52. I read that these boats were limited by RPM but mine was running at 52 at 7,400 -7,550. In previous runs I was pretty sure I got 7,600. So I ask, is it possible that these boats actually have a speed limiter on them? I guess this is anecdotal since nobody I usually go out with likes to go >50 for more than a minute or so I'm just curious. What are others with the 195s seeing on the top end?

 

[Cobra Jet Steering LLC]

water temp will slow you down as it goes up, fuel loses potency if it sits for a while small weeds in the impeller can rob you of top end, so if it runs good and you are off a mph or two don't let it ruin your day. As they say forgetaboutit.

 

[Britboater]

Air temp too, best time to do a speed run is early morning when the air is fresh, dense and cool.