2021 Quicksilver Activ 555 Bowrider

Activ 555 Bowrider: Small but Mighty

1. General Information

The Quicksilver Activ 555 Bowrider is a spontaneous, sporty and thoroughly irresistible open boat, and the most compact member of the Activ bowrider family. At 5.36 m overall with a 2.17 m beam, it welcomes up to six people and takes a single outboard of up to 115 hp, giving it a lively, punchy character that belies its size. A generous 110 L integrated fuel tank means plenty of time on the water between fill-ups, while the shallow 0.36 m draft makes it easy to nose into beaches and sheltered coves. With a sociable bow area, a versatile cockpit and a sun lounge that deploys in seconds, it is a superb day boat for families, couples and friends who love swimming, sunbathing and watersports.

2. Construction and Design

Built on a fibreglass monohull, the 555 Bowrider makes clever use of every centimetre. U-shaped bow seating converts into a sun lounge, and the cockpit switches easily between cruising seating and a dining area. At the helm, twin swivelling captain's chairs with flip-up bolsters and integrated cup holders face a well-laid-out dash with SmartCraft instrumentation, and hydraulic steering gives light, precise control. Large swim platforms and a motor-well step provide easy access to both sides of the transom, while dedicated fender storage, co-pilot dash storage and stowage below the aft bench keep the deck tidy. The SMART Edition adds forward and cockpit sun lounges, a cockpit table, a bimini, a bow walkthrough door, a Fusion stereo and a Simrad chart plotter.

3. Key Features

Sociable bow area: U-shaped bow seating converts into a sun lounge for relaxing at anchor.

Quick-deploy cockpit lounge: The cockpit turns from seating and dining space into a sun pad within seconds.

Twin bolster seats: Captain and first mate enjoy swivelling chairs with flip-up bolsters and cup holders.

Generous range: A 110 L fuel tank and up to 115 hp let this compact bowrider punch well above its weight.

4. Summary

The Quicksilver Activ 555 Bowrider is aimed at first-time owners, young families and watersports fans who want an easy-to-handle, affordable open boat with real versatility. It meets the need for spontaneous day trips, swimming, sunbathing and towing water toys, all in a compact package that is simple to run and enjoyable to drive.