Skeeter is busy designing the next model in the MX Series which will be a 20′ version of the MX1825 rated for at least the 250hp SHO. Engineers were up north the end of August doing market research.
The model name has not been formalized yet. Expect to see a steady flow of new MX and WX models over the next 3 years.
Loose timing target for 20 ft MX is Northwest Sports Show the end of March. We’ll share info as we know more. 
Lots of people asking that question Dave!! I believe it is going to be very popular!! Great news!! 
What are the differences between the WX and the new MX.
Thanks
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Expect to see a steady flow of new MX and WX models over the next 3 years.
Good news, I think. The FW wants a new kitchen or built-in ovens and frig… or at least I think I heard something sorta like that possibly come out of her mouth last nite, I think….Probably a bad dream.
The MX20.. is gonna be an intriguing boat. It’ll also be interesting watching the new WX’s roll out.
Man, incorporate some of the MX features into the WX hull & drop an OffShore on the back
I’ll be bringin’ cookies along to the negotiating table. Homemade??? Most likely not….
Is the MX 1825 tiller next?
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Is the MX 1825 tiller next?
I am looking forward to seeing this MX in the tiller as well.
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Is the MX 1825 tiller next?
I am looking forward to seeing this MX in the tiller as well.
That would catch my attention as well.
sweet!
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Is the MX 1825 tiller next?
I am looking forward to seeing this MX in the tiller as well.
That would catch my attention as well.
Sounds like we have a long wait.
This is exciting news. I like the layout of MX1825, so with a 20ftr and 250SHO, WOW. Is Yamaha adding a 25in shaft a standard option for the SHO for 2012? Oh if someone asks, yes Offshore and SHO are same powerheads, but the SHO has a racing style lower unit, to help cut drag for the screamin fast bass guys.
The SHO and Offshores both have a 250hp motor available at this time. It would be a 250 offshore that would go on this boat.
The biggest difference between the 2 motors is the SHO is a short shaft and the Offshore is a long shaft. Most all other things are the same minus a few part differences.
As far as a tiller goes. Yes it is in the works but not sure at this point when I would be. I dont forsee it being anytime before next fall at the earliest. But I wont put any speculations out there since there isnt even talk about a time line yet.
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Man, incorporate some of the MX features into the WX hull & drop an OffShore on the back
I’ll be bringin’ cookies along to the negotiating table.
Hi Mike,
You can count on it. Just not sure which model when… 
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Is the MX 1825 tiller next?
We know there is major interest in the MX1825 tiller. As I’ve mentioned several times before on this forum, the big holdup is the Coast Guard regulations. boats between 18-19.9 ft long can not have more than 90 hp on tiller model. That would not be enough hp to push a MX1825 tiller because of the width of the boat.
The work around to have a “remote” steering system. Yamaha is actively working on a solution but it is not eminent. The same solution would be used to power a 150hp on 20 ft tiller.
Has soon as Yamaha has a solution, Skeeter will have an MX1825 tiller within 4-6 months.
Wish I had better news, but the reality is that out of date government regulations are the source of the holdup.
It’s going to happen. It’s just a matter of when.
The 20′ MX is next.
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What are the differences between the WX and the new MX.
Thanks
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Where to begin, a lot of differences between the two yet still somewhat similiar. I will just start naming things.
mx
7.25′ center rod storage
shallower front compartments, bow sits lower in the water
front deck smaller- gaining cock pit space
single or dual console
under console shelves standard
extra large glove box (dual console)
port side rod holster- one piece 13′ rods fit Lockable
starboard side storage, lockable
all 3 batteries in rear of cockpit with charger
NO jump seats,
50″ rear livewell
storage on both rear sides of livewell
extended rear casting deck
rear seats you can sit sideways facing the gunnel and not hit your knees
keel is much more aggressive than anything else out there (slow trolling and drifting you will go straight and not move with the wind)
Designed with the river fisherman, smaller lakes, and multi-species people in mind.
WX
larger front deck
Very deep and large front storage areas
7′ center rod storage
TM batteries and charger under rod storage
dual console only (bubbles or full windshield)
1900 1990 2100 have snap out carpet and possible under console shelves
1850 no snap in carpet and no shelves
side storage in cockpit with 3 lockable doors
rear jumpseats
Boat sits a little higher in the water compared to mx
Designed for big water fisherman (great lakes) and family friendly boat deep cockpit area and factory ski pylon option.
Now with all that said, both models of boats with catch just as many fish as the other one. There are goods and bads on all boats depending on the persons needs for a boat.
I know everybody says it BUT do yourself a favor and at least look at a wx and mx side by side and also drive them both close together.
After all that you should have a pretty good feeling of what boat would fit you better.
Thank you Eric, I wish I could be there today at the ride and drive, will take a hard look at them this winter.
Cant wait to see the layout, tell them to put all the length into the front deck. Might be time to upgrade the zx.
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Cant wait to see the layout, tell them to put all the length into the front deck.
Hi Nic,
A total length of 20’4″ is being discussed. 24″ longer. Of that length, 6-8″ would go to cockpit floor to make room for 3 trolling motor batteries instead of two and more gas tank. Rest would go to front deck. Would be available in dual console with bubbles or windshield. General layout will be very similar to 1825 – main difference will be larger front deck.
My dream boat… a reality!
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Skeeter is busy designing the next model in the MX Series which will be a 20′ version of the MX1825 rated for at least the 250hp SHO. Engineers were up north the end of August doing market research.
The model name has not been formalized yet. Expect to see a steady flow of new MX and WX models over the next 3 years.
Loose timing target for 20 ft MX is Northwest Sports Show the end of March. We’ll share info as we know more.
I too am excited about the new MX series and hope to get a ride one of these days. I am more pumped about the MX1825T and the possibility of a yami 115 w/power steering. With the new MX20, will there be a MX20T in the mix, with maybe a 150? That would be a great multi species big tiller, and would round out the skeeter line-up very nice.
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I too am excited about the new MX series and hope to get a ride one of these days. I am more pumped about the MX1825T and the possibility of a yami 115 w/power steering. With the new MX20, will there be a MX20T in the mix, with maybe a 150? That would be a great multi species big tiller, and would round out the skeeter line-up very nice.
Here’s a comment earlier in this thread from Dave M. from Skeeter Boat Center regarding new MX tillers…
“We know there is major interest in the MX1825 tiller. As I’ve mentioned several times before on this forum, the big holdup is the Coast Guard regulations. boats between 18-19.9 ft long can not have more than 90 hp on tiller model. That would not be enough hp to push a MX1825 tiller because of the width of the boat.
The work around to have a “remote” steering system. Yamaha is actively working on a solution but it is not eminent. The same solution would be used to power a 150hp on 20 ft tiller.
As soon as Yamaha has a solution, Skeeter will have an MX1825 tiller within 4-6 months.
Wish I had better news, but the reality is that out of date government regulations are the source of the holdup.
It’s going to happen. It’s just a matter of when.”
My dream boat would be either a WX1850 or MX1825 with a 200 hp OffShore. How long will I have to wait before this becomes a reality?
Mitch
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My dream boat would be either a WX1850 or MX1825 with a 200 hp OffShore. How long will I have to wait before this becomes a reality?
Mitch
The lightweight 4 cylinder 200 HP Off Shore motors are in the works but we’ve been told time and time again that a release is NOT eminent. I’ve heard 2 – 3 years, at a minimum, but this was “unofficial” info.
As Dave said about the tillers, it will happen. When is the question.
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My dream boat would be either a WX1850 or MX1825 with a 200 hp OffShore. How long will I have to wait before this becomes a reality?
Mitch
As an aside the 1850 isn’t rated for a 200 HP outboard. Of those two models the 1825 MX is eligible to be equipped with a 200 due to the added width of the MX 1825 over the WX 1850.
Skeeter WX 1850 Specs >>> http://www.skeeterboats.com/products/11/23
Skeeter MX 1825 Specs >>> http://www.skeeterboats.com/products/11/35
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My dream boat would be either a WX1850 or MX1825 with a 200 hp OffShore. How long will I have to wait before this becomes a reality?
Mitch
I don’t think you will ever see the 1850 rated for a 200hp. I know a lot of guys are waiting for the 150 & 200 offshores to come out but in all reality these boats with the F150 or the 200hpdi are great and if I was in the market for either one of these boats not having the offshore available wouldn’t stop me.
I am just glad to see that yamaha and skeeter continue to better themselves by listening to the consumers instead of sitting back like most other companies.
I love my offshore but I would have no problem running another hpdi!
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