Watch the Bayliner 217 SD Video Boat Review

Overview: A deck boat that offers many different ways to have fun on the water.

Concept: Provide the maximum amount of space possible for the LOA, as well as family-friendly watersports and fishing opportunities.

ConstructionBayliner 217 SD Performance data


  • Fiberglass-encapsulated stringer grid; stainless-steel fittings; heavy-duty marine-grade vinyl cushions; aft hatches have gas-assist struts.


Performance

  • Zippy—we hit 47.2 mph!


Handling

  • Predictable handling for V-hulls of this type and size.Bayliner 217 SD specifications

  • Broad foredeck knocks down spray.


Video Boat Review graphicFeatures

  • Massive foredeck sunpad has room for three bathing beauties.

  • A small portable MSD is hidden under the aft seats.

  • Entertainment center has a cooler niche built in.

  • Tower option turns it into a wakeboarding machine.

  • Stowage compartments accessible from both cockpit and swim platform.

Written by: Lenny Rudow
With over two decades of experience in marine journalism, Lenny Rudow has contributed to publications including YachtWorld, boats.com, Boating Magazine, Marlin Magazine, Boating World, Saltwater Sportsman, Texas Fish & Game, and many others. Lenny is a graduate of the Westlawn School of Yacht Design, and he has won numerous BWI and OWAA writing awards.