Yamaha 2-stroke motor Jet Skis?

Question

Just bought two 2000 & 2001 yamaha xl1200 2-stroke jet skis. Don't much about them and do not have owners mannual. Can't get them started, pulled plugs and they were wet with oil, are they suppose to be like that?

Answer 1

By definition, 2-stoke engines require that oil and gas be mixed before it enters the engine.  Perhaps the mixture is not right.  How old is the gas/oil mixture in the tank.  If it has been sitting for a while, you might want to drain the tank, clean the plugs and ensure the mixture is right with fresh gas and fresh oil.