New Yamaha Inventory — Slidell, LA

On the Water. On the Trail. On the Street. Yamaha Does It All — and So Do We.

Yamaha is the rare brand that competes at the top of every category it enters — WaveRunners on Lake Pontchartrain, Grizzly ATVs through the back trails of St. Tammany Parish, and YZF sportbikes on everything in between. At Friendly PowerSports in Slidell, we carry a large selection of new Yamaha units across watercraft, ATVs, and motorcycles — all priced transparently, all in stock, and all backed by our authorized Yamaha dealership.

If you’re on the Northshore and you want a Yamaha, you’re already in the right place. If you’re coming up from Waveland, Pearlington, or Picayune, the drive to Slidell puts you at the closest authorized Yamaha powersports dealer short of Hattiesburg. Come see what’s in stock — and bring your trailer.

The Yamaha Lineup at Friendly

One Brand. Every Category. Built to Win.

Yamaha has been engineering championship-level machines since 1955, and the current lineup reflects seven decades of relentless refinement. Here’s what we carry at Friendly PowerSports Slidell — and why each one earns its place in the lineup:

Yamaha WaveRunners — Built for This Coast

Let’s start where Friendly PowerSports has a serious geographic advantage: the water. Slidell sits between Lake Pontchartrain, the Tchefuncte River, the Bogue Chitto, and a short run to the Mississippi Sound. There is no better region in the country to own a WaveRunner — and no better time to buy one than right now with Yamaha’s current lineup.

Yamaha WaveRunners are the benchmark in personal watercraft. They’ve held that position for decades, and the current SVHO-powered lineup makes a compelling case for why the competition keeps chasing and never quite catching up.

Yamaha FX SVHO and FX Cruiser SVHO The FX series is the top of the WaveRunner hierarchy — a supercharged 1.8L SVHO engine that produces more power than anything else in the personal watercraft segment. The FX SVHO is the performance standard. The FX Cruiser SVHO adds an adjustable reclining seat and a more relaxed riding position for long days on the water without sacrificing a thing on the performance side. Available with integrated audio for riders who want the full experience. These are the machines you buy when you want the fastest thing on the lake — and you want it to still be comfortable after four hours.

Yamaha GP SVHO The GP is Yamaha’s race-bred WaveRunner — lighter, more aggressive, tuned for riders who want the track feel in open water. If your Lake Pontchartrain runs are measured in how fast you get from one end to the other, this is your machine. The GP SVHO with audio brings that same performance edge with the luxury of a sound system built for life on the water.

Yamaha VX Cruiser HO Not every day on the lake is a race. The VX Cruiser HO is Yamaha’s high-output cruiser — enough power to pull a rider out of the water and keep the whole group entertained, paired with a comfortable stance and all-day rideability. It’s the versatile choice for families and riders who want performance without the top-of-the-line price tag. One of our most popular WaveRunner models for good reason.

Popular WaveRunner models in stock:

• FX SVHO with Audio
• FX Cruiser SVHO with Audio
• GP SVHO with Audio
• VX Cruiser HO with Audio

Yamaha ATVs — Grizzly, Raptor, and the King of the Trail

Yamaha’s ATV lineup earns its reputation the old-fashioned way: by being tougher, more capable, and more refined than the competition at every price point. From the Grizzly’s legendary trail dominance to the Raptor’s flat-out sport performance, Yamaha ATVs are built for riders who refuse to compromise.

Yamaha Grizzly EPS The Grizzly is one of the most respected utility ATVs ever built — and it keeps getting better. The current Grizzly EPS combines a proven 700cc fuel-injected engine with on-command 4WD, independent rear suspension, and Yamaha’s electronic power steering, wrapped in a chassis that’s proven itself on everything from groomed trails to thick Louisiana mud. The Grizzly XT-R takes it further with upgraded Fox suspension and aggressive trim for riders who push harder. If you want one ATV that handles work, trail, and weekend riding without asking you to pick just one — the Grizzly is the answer.

Yamaha Raptor 700 The Raptor 700 is the sport ATV that serious riders have been choosing for nearly two decades — and it hasn’t lost a step. A 686cc engine tuned for performance, long-travel suspension, and a chassis geometry honed through years of competition make this the benchmark in high-performance sport ATVs. If you show up to the trails on a Raptor 700, people notice. And when you leave, you’ve usually been the one setting the pace.

Popular ATV models in stock:

• Grizzly EPS
• Grizzly EPS XT-R
• Raptor 700

Yamaha Motorcycles — Racetrack Roots, Street-Ready Results

Yamaha’s motorcycle heritage runs through MotoGP championships, World Superbike titles, and decades of racing development that flows directly into the machines you can buy off our floor today. Whether you’re shopping your first sportbike or upgrading to a naked roadster with genuine performance credentials, Yamaha’s current street lineup delivers.

Yamaha YZF-R Series — Born on the Track The YZF-R nameplate is one of the most recognizable in motorcycling, and for good reason. Yamaha’s R-series brings real racing architecture — full fairing, aggressive ergonomics, and chassis tuning developed on the MotoGP circuit — to machines that are genuinely accessible for street riders. The YZF-R3 ABS is the entry point: a lightweight, agile twin-cylinder sportbike that makes learning the ropes rewarding without being overwhelming. The 70th Anniversary Edition in stock right now is a head-turner in every sense. Step up to the YZF-R7 and you’re into mid-size supersport territory with a 689cc CP2 engine derived directly from Yamaha’s racing platform — enough performance to satisfy experienced riders on both street and track days.

Yamaha MT Series — The Dark Side of Japan If the YZF-R series is built for the racetrack, the MT series is built for everything else. Yamaha’s naked roadster lineup strips away the fairings and turns the aggression outward — exposed engine, upright ergonomics, and a riding experience tuned for the street rather than the circuit. The MT-09 is the standout: a 890cc three-cylinder engine that delivers performance numbers that embarrass bikes costing significantly more, in a package that’s light, flickable, and genuinely exciting in everyday riding. The MT platform is Yamaha’s fastest-growing segment globally — and once you ride one, you’ll understand why.

Popular motorcycle models in stock:

• YZF-R3 ABS (including 70th Anniversary Edition)
• YZF-R7
• MT-09

Why Buy Your Yamaha at Friendly PowerSports Slidell

Authorized. Factory-Trained. Here When You Need Us.

Buying from an authorized Yamaha dealer isn’t just about the purchase — it’s about everything that comes after. Factory warranty coverage, genuine OEM parts, and technicians trained specifically on Yamaha’s platforms. At Friendly PowerSports, we’ve carried Yamaha for years because we believe in the product, and our service department backs every machine we sell.

Here’s what sets us apart:

✓ Many New Yamaha Units Across Every Category Watercraft, ATVs, and motorcycles — all in stock in Slidell. See them in person, ask real questions, and make a confident decision without waiting on a dealer order.

✓ Transparent, Out-the-Door Pricing Every Yamaha listing shows the complete breakdown — MSRP, freight, prep, doc fee, and our Friendly Discount — line by line, before you visit. No price surprises at the desk, and no pressure to find out what something “really costs.”

✓ Factory Promotions Applied Automatically Yamaha runs seasonal promotional financing and rebate programs throughout the year. We apply every available factory offer at the time of purchase — no need to ask or negotiate.

✓ Authorized Yamaha Service on the Northshore Our factory-trained technicians service everything we sell. Whether it’s a WaveRunner winterization, an ATV tune-up, or motorcycle service, we handle it right here in Slidell. Northshore riders don’t have to cross the lake for qualified Yamaha service.

✓ Genuine Yamaha OEM Parts Our parts department stocks and can order the full Yamaha OEM catalog — for the machines we sell and for Yamahas you already own.

Yamaha Financing — On the Water Faster, On Your Terms

Yamaha Motor Finance. Multiple Lenders. One Application.

As an authorized Yamaha dealer, Friendly PowerSports gives you access to Yamaha Motor Finance — the manufacturer-backed financing program that frequently offers promotional APR rates on select WaveRunners, ATVs, and motorcycles throughout the season. Yamaha’s promotional financing windows are some of the best in the powersports industry — especially in the spring and early summer as WaveRunner season kicks into gear on Lake Pontchartrain and the Mississippi Sound.

Not sure about qualifying? Apply online and let our finance team do the work. We partner with Yamaha Motor Finance and a network of outside lenders to find the best rate and term for your situation. The application takes minutes, and there’s no obligation.

Serving the Northshore and the Mississippi Gulf Coast

Friendly PowerSports sits at the intersection of two of the best powersports markets in the South — the St. Tammany Parish Northshore and the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Yamaha riders from Mandeville, Covington, Madisonville, and Abita Springs have a full-service authorized Yamaha dealer right here in Slidell, no Causeway required. And for riders and boaters coming from Waveland, Bay St. Louis, Pearlington, Picayune, or Poplarville — we’re your closest authorized Yamaha dealer with real inventory.

Lake Pontchartrain season runs long down here. So does the riding season on the trails north of town. Don’t spend it shopping — come see us, find your Yamaha, and get out there.