The 2016 Yamaha 212X is a highly versatile 21-foot jet boat built for families, watersports riders, and boaters who want strong Yamaha performance without the exposed prop of a traditional stern-drive or inboard setup. With twin Yamaha 1.8L High Output marine engines, jet-drive propulsion, a watersports-focused layout, and a roomy open-bow design, the 212X delivers the kind of all-day fun that works perfectly for wakeboarding, tubing, cruising, sandbar days, and quick runs from the Hood River Marina. Designed as one of Yamaha’s dedicated wake-oriented sport boats, the 212X combines responsive handling, quick acceleration, shallow-water-friendly jet propulsion, and a spacious cockpit that makes it easy to bring family and friends along. Yamaha’s jet-drive layout keeps the propulsion system tucked inside the hull rather than using an exposed propeller, which is a major confidence booster around swimmers, tow riders, and busy launch areas. At the helm, the 212X is built for confident control. Features commonly associated with the model include Cruise Assist, No Wake Mode, and Yamaha’s improved low-speed handling technology, all aimed at making docking, towing, and slow-speed maneuvering easier. Review coverage of the 212X notes that Cruise Assist helps maintain a steadier pull for tow sports, while No Wake Mode is useful for controlled movement through marinas and launch zones. The 212X is also ready for serious watersports use. Factory-style wake features commonly listed for this model include a folding aluminum wakeboard tower, integrated board racks, rearview mirror, ballast system, swim platform, reboarding ladders, and open lounge seating with generous storage. A 2016 listing source describes the boat with twin Yamaha 1.8L HO engines, combined 360 horsepower, folding wakeboard tower with Bimini, wakeboard racks, mirror, No Wake/Cruise control, bow filler cushions, removable table, bow and aft reboarding ladders, depth gauge, under-seat storage, and a tandem-axle trailer configuration. Inside, the Yamaha 212X gives you a smart family-friendly layout with comfortable bow seating, cockpit lounge space, captain’s seating, rear swim-platform access, and storage throughout. Whether you are pulling riders, relaxing at the sandbar, or taking guests out for an evening cruise, the 212X is built to be easy to enjoy and practical to own. For buyers looking for a clean, performance-focused used boat, the 2016 Yamaha 212X stands out as a strong choice: twin-engine Yamaha power, jet-drive confidence, watersports capability, a spacious social layout, and the kind of versatility that works extremely well here in the Columbia River Gorge. Available through Hood River PowerSports & Marine — family owned and operated in Hood River, Oregon, just minutes from the Hood River Marina boat launch. Specifications Model: 2016 Yamaha 212X Boat Type: Jet-powered bowrider / watersports sport boat Hull Material: Fiberglass / composite Propulsion: Yamaha jet drive Engines: Twin Yamaha 1.8L High Output marine engines Displacement: 1812cc per engine Total Horsepower: Commonly listed as 360 HP combined Fuel Type: Gasoline Length Overall: 21 ft. 3 in. Beam: 8 ft. 5 in. to 8 ft. 6 in. depending on source listing Draft: 16 in. to 19 in. depending on source listing Dry Weight: Approximately 3,060 lbs. to 3,605 lbs. depending on source listing/configuration Fuel Capacity: 50 gal. Passenger Capacity: Commonly listed as 9 to 10 persons depending on source/configuration Weight Capacity: 1,860 lbs. listed for later 212X spec references Deadrise: 20 degrees listed in later 212X spec references Bridge Clearance: 7 ft. 3 in. listed in later 212X spec references Drive System: Twin jet pumps Steering / Handling: Yamaha jet-boat steering with low-speed handling assistance/articulating-keel-style control noted in review sources Watersports Equipment: Wakeboard tower, board racks, mirror, ballast system, tow-sports layout Helm Features: Cruise Assist, No Wake Mode, depth gauge/digital instrumentation commonly listed Seating: Open bow seating, cockpit seating, captain’s chair, passenger seating, rear lounge/swim-platform access Convenience Features: Bimini top, removable table, bow filler cushions, under-seat storage, cooler/storage areas, reboarding ladders, High End Audio System