Research 2017 - Riviera Boats - 54 Daybridge Belize

Having sung the praises of the completeness of the one-level Belize Sedan, it may seem almost contradictory to introduce a Daybridge sister. But experience again informs the Belize designers of a demand that's just as enthusiastic for this kind of variant.

Flybridge lovers aren't necessarily an age group. Nor a psych-socio-graphic. They simply have different needs.

They may be more traditional boaters keen to embrace the outdoors and the weather in all its moods. They will relish the wind-in-the-hair and sun-on-the-face experience that a Flybridge affords.

They could just as easily be parents, or grandparents, who welcome an extension to the main entertaining area, or a separate fun space for children.

And those living in higher latitudes, where every warm moment of a very short season is seized upon, will find it an ideal way to make the most of it.

Both boats' main decks are identical as far as saloon, galley and accommodation areas.

On the Daybridge, though, an elegantly curving deep-tread staircase leads up from the cockpit.

Every bit as sociable as the main saloon, the Daybridge area has a large L-shaped lounge and hi-lo table that can drop to create a second sun pad. Opposite is a wet bar with sink and fridge. And a second station acts as a day helm and offers the essential navigation aids.

Obviously a bimini can be added, but full clears are probably unnecessary. When weather becomes too hot, or cold, the Daybridge cover can be snapped on, the stair-ladder hatch closed, and a retreat made to the cosy protection of the lower saloon and main helm.
Draft: 3 ft. 6 in.
Beam: 16 ft. 6 in.
Fuel tank capacity: 634
Water tank capacity: 184
Holding tank capacity: 100
Standard features:
Soecs
Length Overall (inc. swim platform & bow roller) 16.50 m 54' 01"
Beam (inc. gunwale) 5.03 m 16' 06"
Maximum Draft (inc. props) 1.07 m 3' 6"
Dry Weight** (approx., depends on engines & options) 22,500 kg 49,604 lbs
Fuel Capacity*** 3,000 L 792 US gal
Water Capacity*** 700 L 184 US gal
Holding Tank Capacity*** 380 L 100 US gal
Sleeping Capacity 6 adults
Cabins 3
Bathrooms 2
Engine Option - Volvo Penta IPS800 x 2 460 kW 626 hp each
Engine Option - Volvo Penta IPS950 x 2 533 kW 725 hp each
Range 304 nm @ 21.1 knt
Generator Brand Onan EQD
Generator Output 17.5 kW 60 Hz

Compass; Stove; Stereo; Gps loran; Radar; Fridge; Shower; Swim platform;