Karina Y107 Custom 17 Guide

The first thing you notice about the Karina Y107 Custom 17 is its aggressive sheer line. At 10.7 meters (35.1 feet) LOA (Length Overall), it is small enough to fit on a yacht deck, yet large enough to feel like a proper vessel.

The hull is constructed using military-grade AL5083 aluminum, not fiberglass. This is a key differentiator for the Custom 17. Aluminum allows for thinner, stronger hull plating, reducing weight while increasing impact resistance—vital for high-speed tender operations in choppy anchorages.

Not specified – many custom acoustics ship without pickups. If included, probably a high-end system like LR Baggs Anthem or Fishman Matrix Infinity (mic + undersaddle). Karina Y107 Custom 17

The Karina Y107 Custom 17 is not a slow cruiser. Depending on the owner's choice of power (it is delivered "engine-agnostic"), the vessel can achieve startling speeds.

The hull features a 21-degree deadrise at the transom, which, combined with spray rails, ensures a dry ride even in 1.5-meter seas. For docking, the Custom 17 includes a joystick-controlled stern thruster—a rarity on sub-12m vessels. The first thing you notice about the Karina

The name "Custom 17" originally referred to the wheels, but in the custom scene today, it has taken on a new meaning: 17-inch wheels are the perfect size for this chassis.

The look is simple:

Most owners ditch the stock 17s (which are rare and heavy) for period-correct Work Equip 03s, SSR Longchamps, or Hoshino Impul RSs. When paired with a front lip from the rare "Surf" model, the Y107 transforms from a grocery getter into a legit street sweeper.