Surdyke Yamaha & Marina

Happy New Year from the Surdyke Yamaha Team! We've had a long vacation, and a chance to enjoy our families through the holidays. Now we're rested up we're ready to make 2016 even better than 2015! With fabulous new boats, ATVs, motorcycles and more, we know that this year will be full of amazing adventures and great events. To help make your adventures more memorable, we'd love to feature a few of the new models that have come out! 2016 Boats Surdyke Yamaha has been providing the best boats at the Lake of the Ozarks for years, and we're proud to show you these new models. They're already making waves in the boat and fishing world, and we can't wait to get you out on the water in one of these beauties. 2016 Yamaha AR192 Engine: Engine Type Single 1.8 L SUPER HIGH OUTPUT Displacement 1812cc General: Length Overall 19 ft. Beam 8 ft. Draft 13 in. Dry Weight 2183 lb. Max Person Capacity 8 persons Fuel Capacity 30 gal. Impeller / Prop 3-blad...

There are many different ways that people celebrate this fun holiday. While some traditions stay the same, like food, family and St. Nick, there are many aspects that are unique to different parts of the world. From waiting until January and celebrating a "good witch" who brings gifts, to some areas who don't even know about Christmas. Check out these interesting Christmas facts to help get you in the Christmas spirit. China Christmas is not widely celebrated in China. A few of the larger cities may celebrate the holiday with trees, lights and decorations, but the majority of rural areas don't know about it. Ironically, most Christmas decor is made in China, but they may not even know what they're making! France Merry Christmas in French is "Joyeux Noël". They use nativity cribs to decorate their homes throughout December, and nativity figures are sold at the fairs around town. Yule logs, made out of cherry wood are burned in their homes throug...

Surdyke Yamaha would like to wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas, and say thank you for another great year. Though all of our locations will be closed from 2:00 PM on Christmas Eve, to 9:00 AM January 2nd, our online shop is still open! If you need to get your last minute Christmas gifts at the Lake of the Ozarks and stocking stuffers, you can get them before Christmas Eve. You can also order them online, though, remember that they will be delayed till January 2nd. Check out these great items you can get for the adventurer in your family! Christmas Gifts for YOUR Adventurer Places your online order before January 1st, and receive 20% off, and (delayed) FREE SHIPPING on your order! Happy New Year from the Surdyke Yamaha Family! Baseball T-Shirt This screened 3/4 raglan sleeve baseball shirt has a contrasting ribbed collar and sleeves. This is an official licensed Yamaha product, and will be a great gift for a friend or family member. Coolmax Cauz Thin Socks ...

Surdyke Yamaha is your one stop shop for amazing gifts for any of the adventurers in your life. From small gifts like riding apparel, to large gifts like a brand new jet boat, we're sure you'll be able to find something for that special someone in your life. If you are looking for the gift that will blow them out of the water, we have two jet boats that will make Christmas wonderful! Though a new boat won't fit under the tree, it will certainly look good in the driveway. Here are the recent BoatTEST.com reviews for two of our jet boat models. 2016 242X E Series This new, high-performance wake boat boasting cutting-edge electronics, innovative technologies, and advanced wake control functions. Standard features include Yamaha's triple ballast system, award-winning Connext™ interface featuring new Drive Control and a powerful 1,000-watt stereo with sound bar, subwoofer, and 18 premium speakers. Engine Engine Type Twin 1.8 L, HIGH OUTPUT Displacement 1812...

The temps are dropping and winter is showing signs of its arrival. If you haven't already winterized your bike, now is the time to do it. Even if you have already prepared your bike for hibernation, there are a few things that you'll need to remember to do even throughout the winter season. A little bit of maintenance through the year can save you a lot of headache in the Spring when you're ready to ride. Check out these tips to help get your bike stored properly, and keep it in good condition till you can take it on the road again. 5 Steps for Winterizing Your Motorcycle 1. Clean Your Bike It may seem redundant to clean a bike and then put it away where no one can see it, but it's important to get all of the surfaces clean. Give you bike a good wash down and dry everything off, you can also use a leaf blower to get all of the nooks and crannies dry. If bug guts and water spots sit on the surface of the paint, it can speed up the corrosion process. After all o...

The season of giving is fast approaching, so we want to take a minute to talk about all of the things we're thankful for. We have fun while working, and that's because we work with such a great group of people and have amazing customers. We would like to express our "Thanks" to the great family of customers that have helped us through the most successful year in our history. We are hosting a huge Thanksgiving Weekend Sale to thank you for being such fantastic customers. Thanksgiving Weekend Sale Marine Accessories are up to 50% off A huge selection of helmets, tires, and biking apparel all for 20-30% off 20-30%  of slightly rented pontoons and waverunners Buy  one get one FREE on oils, spark plugs, batteries and other MUST HAVE items 30% off all light bars All Strider bikes are 20% off 30% off all snowplows 30% off motorcross gear What Surdyke Yamaha Is Thankful For... The New Yamaha YXZ1000r This new unit has us so thankful for fun new toys! It...

If you're looking for a fun time, and a chance to get outside and enjoy the fresh air, Surdyke Yamaha is proud to present Dirt Fest ! This all day event is hosted at the River Bottom MX Dirtbike and ATV Race Track at the Lake of the Ozarks . This family-friendly event will be a great chance to get out and get dirty, plus try some demo rides and hang out with friends. You won't want to miss this fun event! The Dirty Details This all-day, family-friendly event is on Saturday, November 22nd. From 9 AM to 5 PM you can enjoy all of the fun activities, food and more for FREE. That's right, this is a totally FREE EVENT! You'll get the chance to demo our ATV's, dirt bikes, side x sides', and more. There will even be an on-site poker run! You can bring your own bikes or TRY OURS! Not to mention the great bonfire and hayrides, Greg Surdyke's FAMOUS chili dogs, and more! Everyone is welcome, but you MUST pre-register so that we can provide enough food. Regist...

One of the greatest things about living at the Lake of the Ozarks is the LAKE OF THE OZARKS. People travel from all over the country to vacation, play and relax on this Lake. When you own a boat the possibilities for fun are endless. From wakeboarding to cruising down the main channel, you can enjoy so many different aspects of the Lake when you have a boat. If you've always thought the dream of owning a boat is too far out of reach — think again. There are many myths floating around about buying and financing a new boat, but don't believe everything you hear. We're going to dispel a few of the myths, and who you that buying a new boat is easier and more affordable than ever. Myth: I can't afford a new boat. Fact: Just as you can finance a car, you can finance your boat. By choosing to finance, you have opened the possibility of getting a nicer and larger vessel than if you were trying to save on your own. Another interesting fact is that financing is becoming...

Side by sides are taking over the market at an alarming speed. They've gone from being utility vehicles, to the luxury sedan of off-roading. At Surdyke Yamaha , we carry several different brands in utility and sport side-by-sides from Yamaha, Odes and Hammerhead. These units range in style and functionality, and because of this flexibility, you'll find that a side-by-side will make an ideal addition to your family. Here are some interesting facts about side-by-sides, as well as a few of our favorite models! Side-By-Side History They started out decades ago as handy vehicles for farmers and builders to haul things like lumber and fertilizer. But now, with as many as six seats, roll bars, seat belts and cushy bucket seats, so-called side-by-sides have become the luxury sedan of off-roading. They are so popular with families and baby boomers that they are on pace to soon outsell their smaller and better-known cousins, ATVs. Get your Side-By-Side at Surdyke Yamaha We ha...

Winterizing your boat at the Lake of the Ozarks could the difference between enjoying the water next year or being landlocked for a time. In fact, winter can be harder on your watercraft than summer! Being consistently used allows the pieces to stay pliable and the systems lubricated. When stuck in your shed all winter everything is given the chance to get hard, or even worse - rusted. Here are a few things you'll want to do to make sure that you don't have any unnecessary hiccups next Spring when you're ready to take the boat out. Clean the Machine A clean boat is going to handle it's vacation better than one that hasn't been cleaned. Be sure to get the top sides, bottom and deck, plus you can clean all of the hardware and trim. If you're feeling extremely productive you can put a coat of wax on the topsides too! Give your boat a look over, walk around it and inspect for anything that may look suspicious. If you have a fiberglass boat, check for any bli...