2012 Bayliner 197 Deck Boat Review by BoatTest.com

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petru cioci - 10 years ago

Music is too loud when u talk.

Bill S - 11 years ago

My Tach stopped working, so I will have to figure that issue out. I have also had other wiring issues in the boat. It doesn't look like good QC at the factory. I am an electronics technician and take great pride in my connections. Looking at some of the connections, I am making a list of ones to re-do.

Bill S - 11 years ago

New they are around $35000. There is a LOT of wiggle room in that MSRP. It's a good calm lake/river boat, but beats you up on rough water. When you punch it, people sitting sideways to the force of the trust are slid to towards the back of the boat, so hang on. Lots of swim platform and two ladders make this a great swim platform.

Bill S - 11 years ago

Yes! It took me several weeks to figure out the depth gauge. Under the Dp setting, put the maximum depth you are worried about, then the keel and depth of warning. It should be ok. I have replaced several switches on the dash. They are readily available from Bayliner dealers. If one fails, buy two in case they discontinue the switch! I have replaced the power trim system and the radio. It's a great boat, but it's a Bayliner. Nough said.