Research Baja Marine 242 Islander Bowrider Boat

~The sleek 242 Islander is the life of the party: With brains, style and a huge appetite for fun and adventure, you're sure to have a good time no matter where you and your pals cruise. But the good stuff doesn't stop there. The True-V hull and standard bolster seats keep the ride smooth even when the water's rough, and up to 425 horses of MerCruiser muscle keep smiles wide and knuckles white. Your 242's standard four-color in-gel graphics let you make your own statement, and onlookers will do wicked double takes. When it's time to get wet, an extended platform with walkway makes water access a breeze. Ample storage invites everybody to bring their gear, and an enclosed head means you won't have to hurry back to shore anytime soon. And why would you? With this attention-grabber out on the water, the party is just getting started.
Draft: 3 ft. 2 in.
Beam: 8 ft. 6 in.
Fuel tank capacity: 102
Hull color: Gelcoat
Standard features:
Cockpit Features

Cup Holders, Jumbo: Stainless Steel
Dash Console, Fiberglass: (Custom) w/Non-Glare & Storage Below
Door, Cabin/Console Walk-Thru
Floor Liner, Fiberglass: w/Textured Surface - Integral w/Deck
Head, Enclosed: Carpeted w/12V Light
Lights, Courtesy
Lights, Courtesy: in Aisle-way
Receptacle, 12V
Seating, Bolsters: Drop-Down (Aero)
Seating, Rear Bench: w/Dual Walkway
Stereo, Performance System: (Clarion®) AM/FM/CD
Storage, Aft Motor Lid: w/Drain
Storage, Anchor & Rope Locker: w/Tie-Off Bracket
Storage, Compartments: Carpeted
Storage, Dash
Storage, Side Compartments: Molded
Stringer System, Interlocking Grid: Fully Encapsulated
Sundeck, Padded: w/Electric Lift & Manual Release
Upholstery, Vinyl (34 oz.)


Control Station

Control, Performance: w/Trim on Handle (Livorsi™)
Horn: Flush-Mounted
Hour Meter: Integrated into Tachometer
Instrumentation: with Livorsi™ Gauges - Backlit Red
Steering Wheel, Custom: Black w/Satin Finish Spokes
Steering, Power
Steering, Tilt
Switches, Rocker: Engraved Illuminated Text


Electrical Systems

Battery Tray: w/Switch
Switch Panel & Fuse Box


Engine

320 HP: MerCruiser® MX 6.2L/320 HP/Bravo I


Engine Compartment

Bilge Pump, Automatic (900 GPH)
Blower
Engine Lid, Fiberglass
Engine Mounts: Thru-Bolted - Aluminum
Exhaust, Thru-Hub
Hose Clamps: Stainless Steel
Lighting, 12V
Mercathode


Fuel System

Fuel Cell (HDPE): w/Electric Gauge - 102-Gal.


Hull & Deck Features

Bonding, Plexus
Bow & Stern Eyes: Stainless Steel - Thru-Bolted
Cleats, 6" Pull-Up: Stainless Steel
Cover, Shipping
Drain Plug, Garboard: Transom
End Grain Balsa Core Construction
Fasteners, Chrome-Plated: Stainless Steel
Gel-Coat, Premium
Grab Bars
Graphics, In-Gel: 4-Color (Riptide)
Laminates, Bi-Axial: Hand-Laid
Latches: Stainless Steel
Lights, Navigational
Rub Rail, White Vinyl
Ski Tow: Stainless Steel - Thru-Bolted
Stern Rail: Stainless Steel - Thru-Bolted
Swim Platform, Extended: w/Textured Surface & 3-Step SS-Ladder
Vents, Custom-Molded
Vinylester Resin Barrier Coat
Windshield, Full Framed Walk-Thru


Underwater Gear

Propeller, Stainless Steel: (MerCruiser® Recommended)


Key Features

The 242 is a mid-sized sportboat in the Islander line. She features a spacious cockpit with good seating all-around. Up in the bow a small table is available for having a snack while anchored, and a filler cushion is also available to convert this area into one large sun pad. Behind the helm there’s a compartment large enough for a port-potti, which your guests or family will greatly appreciate. The 242 Islander offers an exciting layout, with a comfortable helm that has everything within easy reach. She’s a stylish sportboat with a good turn of speed, that you’ll really enjoy owning.

Stereo; Swim platform;