New Flow Thru design, more power options and ergonomic improvements

Nashville, Tenn., September 19, 2006 - With the launch of its 2007 Sea-Doo® watercraft lineup, Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP), strengthens its position as the industry leader thanks to innovative features, striking design and unmatched performance.

New in 2007

• "Flow Thru" upper deck design adds a luxury look and watertight removable storage to GTX† and GTX Limited models, as well as a plush new Touring seat. The new deck design is also standard on the WAKE^TM model - the only PWC specifically designed and equipped for wake sports out of the box.
  
• All two- and three-passenger Sea-Doo watercraft are equipped with higher and wider handlebars** for improved rider comfort and effortless control.
  
• The next generation of the Sea-Doo Learning Key^TM can be programmed to limit rpm to one of two preset levels, for new and less experienced riders.
  
• The Sea-Doo GTI^TM SE, RXP^TM, and WAKE watercraft are now available with a choice of two Rotax® 4-TEC® marine engine packages***.

"BRP believes the watercraft community will grow once people experience our 2007 models and get familiar with our new features," said Yves Leduc, vice-president and general manager for Snowmobiles, Watercraft, ATVs and Sport boats at BRP. "Sea-Doo offers the finest selection of watercraft, designed to spark the boating adventures of more and more people."

Also returning in 2007

• 2006 Watercraft of the Year§ and winner of two marine magazine shootouts*, the Sea-Doo GTI watercraft returns. The GTI SE is now available with two power options: 130 hp and 155 hp Rotax 4-TEC marine engines, each garnering a three-star California Air Resources Board (CARB) certification for ultra low emissions. The GTI, with standard reverse, is the best value the industry.
  
• BRP continues to set the standard with the Sea-Doo RXP two-passenger and RXT^TM threepassenger watercraft - the industry's most powerful. Both models feature the supercharged and intercooled 215 hp Rotax 4-TEC engine. The 2007 Sea-Doo RXP model will also be available with the 155 hp engine package for those looking for a more affordable two passenger model.
  
• The award-winning Sea-Doo 3D® DI watercraft returns as the most versatile recreational product on the water, capable of transforming into five completely different experiences: VERT, MOTO, KART, SHOQ and KNEE.

"BRP revolutionized the industry with cleaner technologies for its watercraft. We continue to show our commitment to the sport by introducing new innovations and features," said Michel Hade, vice-president International Sales and Marketing at BRP. "This tradition continues for 2007 with innovative designs and environmentally-responsible engineering that will provide both enthusiasts and newcomers the ultimate fun on the water."

BRP, a privately-held company, is a world leader in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and marketing of motorised recreational vehicles. Our portfolio of brands and products includes: Ski-Doo® and Lynx^TM snowmobiles, Sea-Doo® watercraft and sport boats, Johnson® and Evinrude® outboard engines, direct injection technologies such as Evinrude E TEC®, Can-Am^TM all-terrain vehicles, Rotax® engines and karts.  Information about BRP is available at www.brp.com.

®, ^TM and the BRP logo are trademarks of Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. or its affiliates.
† GTX trademark of Castrol Inc. is used under license
§ As named by Watercraft World Magazine
*Personal Watercraft Illustrated and Boating
**International RXT model also equipped with adjustable handlebars
***International WAKE model only available with 215 hp engine package

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