Sporting Cockpit
Large, open, ready for action. Self draining. Volumes of storage. An image in optional teak. Easily fit a game chair or outdoor table. Gourmet double barbecue centre.
68 Sports Motor Yacht
Space and style on a grand scale. A stunning meld of Riviera luxury appointments and superior offshore, extended cruising capability.
Revel in sports-inspired looks and legendary performance from V12 MAN diesel engines. Luxuriate in the impressively large cockpit and covered mezzanine area. Discover the magnificent, versatile foredeck entertainment area and enclosed flybridge with internal stairs. There are wide side decks with raised bulwarks for safety, the option of a crew cabin or utility space and an enviable choice of three or four staterooms and three bathroom designs.
Now the most alluring ports in either hemisphere are well within your reach.
Key Features
Exterior
Engine Room
Access Engine access made easy. Convenient two-way access via a watertight entry door in the utility or crew cabin space or alternatively direct from the cockpit.
Mezzanine
Spacious, superbly located entertaining heart. Comfortable forward facing lounge and opposing s-folding chairs, twin folding teak table. Forward bar with swing-out stools. Fold-down TV overhead.
Walk-around side decks
Wide side decks, raised bulwarks, illuminated at night in soft blue LED light. Non skid surfaces and thoughtfully placed stainless steel handrails allow easy movement around the entire yacht.
Foredeck Versatility
At anchor, the foredeck converts to a fabulous entertaining area. Fold-out lounges form large conversation area. Also functions as tender storage option with 550kg davit and electric winch.
Anchoring Station
A deep well built into the foredeck assures anchoring crew safety. Stainless steel 80kg Ultra anchor, remote control vertical winch and integrated wash down system make anchoring effortless.
Interior
Aft Galley
For size, layout, quality of cabinetry, decor and appointments, this is a fine designer kitchen by any standard. Superbly located in the heart of the saloon, mezzanine and cockpit.
Saloon - Dedicated Lounge and Dining
Ultra desirable and welcoming. To starboard discover the L-shaped, fine leather dining lounge and twinleaved folding table. To port, a large designer lounge with central 55-inch LED TV.
Pantograph Side Door
Opens out and remains flush to allow fore or aft side deck access. Located saloon portside. Offers easy access for mooring lines and fenders, side and foredeck. Great way to fill saloon with fresh air.
Flybridge Access
Convenient and easy. A statement in style. Ascend a wide, grand internal staircase complete with deep floating, polished walnut treads from the saloon.
Forward Flybridge Helm
Cutting edge, touchscreen technology on the dash and fingertip navigation controls at your side. Shaft driven twin MAN V12 engines at your command. Effortless and easy, a thoroughly relaxing and rewarding experience.
Enclosed Flybridge
Entertain and unwind on top of the world, underway or at anchor. Light-filled, quiet, luxury surrounds. L-shaped leather designer lounge with matching ottoman coffee table. Fold-out guest or crew double bed.
Flybridge Rear Deck
With the sliding glass door and large awning window open, the flybridge interior flows seamlessly to the generous rear deck with L-shape lounge and folding teak table. Perfect retreat.
Aft Flybridge Helm
Excellent visibility for docking or sport fishing. The aft helm also incorporates a sink, fridge, ice-maker and rubbish bin.
Presidential Layout
Pure luxury. A full beam master stateroom. It is both spectacularly welcoming and grandly spacious. In this layout, look forward to three magnificent staterooms and three bathrooms.
Classic Layout
The layout to favour when more family or guests need to be accommodated. Enjoy the flexibility offered by a master stateroom, three additional guest staterooms and three designer bathrooms.
Guest Accommodation
High comfort and style are the keynotes. Forward VIP guest stateroom with private ensuite. Port guest stateroom with two-way bathroom. Third starboard stateroom is available in the classic layout.
Bathrooms
Three VIP ensuites. Contemporary clean designs with space. flair and luxury. Enjoy appointments like handcrafted vanities, large mirrors, frameless full-sized showers and even heated towel rails.
Storage
Count on being away for extended periods. Discover ample cedar-lined hanging lockers. Roomy drawers and extra storage under beds and companionway floor. Handcrafted timber cabinetry. Even a safe for valuables.
Utility/Crew Cabin
Versatile option close to the engine room. Features one or two adult-sized Pulman-style beds and private adjacent day-head. Also doubles as a teenager retreat or dedicated equipment storage area.
Cockpit and Mezzanine Day Head
Entertaining, swimming, fishing or just returning from the beach, simply take the stairs down from the mezzanine to the designer aft day head. Convenient and practical.
Technology & Performance
Hull Design
Designed in partnership with internationally esteemed naval architects, Mulder Design of the Netherlands. Extensively tank tested to deliver a smooth, soft, dry ride in offshore conditions.
Performance
The capability for extended cruising with ease. Shaftdriven with power provided by a choice of highly spirited, famously reliable twin MAN V12 engines. Incredibly smooth and quiet performance.
Joystick Control
Makes docking a yacht of this calibre a breeze. Effortless, manoeuvring accuracy from the EJS joystick located at the forward and aft helms and in the cockpit.
Glass Cockpit
Collects and displays all operator information in one place via a single interface, the multifunction, touchscreen displays. Provides a full overview and control of navigation and engine data.
CZone Digital Switching
Easy, intelligent power management. Time and effort saving. Networked CZone digital switch interfaces in the saloon, flybridge, and with an iPad, provides ultimate control of all onboard electrical systems.
Entertainment Systems
Entertain. Party. On a grand scale. Large LED TVs, surround sound speaker systems, iPod interfaces and more. Four entertainment zones - flybridge, foredeck, saloon, mezzanine and cockpit.
Seatorque Shaft System
An enclosed, oil lubricated shaft and thrust bearing assembly. This system ensures alignment, delivers 8% more horsepower, lower underbody drag, increased propeller efficiency and reduced noise and vibration from engines and propellers.
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Specifications
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Length Overall (inc. swim platform and bow sprit)
22.86 m
75'
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Hull Length (Lh to ISO8666) *
21.02 m
69'
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Beam (inc. gunwale)
6.00 m
19' 8"
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Maximum Draft (inc. props)
1.90 m
6' 3"
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Dry Weight (approx.) **
49,323 kg
108,739 lb
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Fuel Capacity ***
7,000 L
1,849 US gal
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Water Capacity ***
850 L
225 US gal
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Holding Tank Capacity ***
600 L
159 US gal
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Sleeping Capacity
8-11 persons
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Cockpit Area
12.38 m2
133.3 ft2
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Mezzanine Deck
10.26 m2
110.4 ft2
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Total
22.64 m2
243.7 ft2
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Bridge Clearance
7.65 m
25' 1"
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Standard Engine MAN V12 1550 (2x)
1,140 kW ea
1,550 hp ea
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Engine Options MAN V12 1800 (2x)
1,324 kW ea
1,800 hp ea
* Length of the hull (Lh) to ISO8666: Includes all structural and integral parts (ie. the moulded length of the hull). It excludes parts that can be removed in a non-destructive manner without affecting the structural integrity of the craft, (eg. pulpits, outdrives, driving platforms, rubbing strakes).
** Dry weight represents the estimated minimum weight of a yacht with standard engines and options, no fuel or water on board, no equipment or provisions and no personnel. The stated dry weight may be exceeded.
*** Denotes net tank capacity. For useable capacity do not rely on more than 90% of tank capacity. Actual capacity will vary according to yacht trim and sea state. Speeds are subject to normal weather conditions, fuel and/or water levels, passengers and equipment loads.
The Reassurance of Riviera
A Proud Heritage
Riviera has a proud heritage of launching over 5,400 yachts in its almost 40 years of operation.
Global Confidence
Today Riviera yachts can be seen cruising the great lakes, rivers, seas and oceans of the world.
Principled
Riviera Australia is a family owned business guided by the excellence, values and vision of its owner, Rodney Longhurst.
The Finest International Brands
Electronics
Garmin, Raymarine, Simrad and FLIR are the world leaders in marine navigation systems and can be specified on your Riviera.
Entertainment
Yamaha, JL Audio and Fusion systems will ensure your total onboard relaxation and entertainment by the finest quality audio.
Appliances
Miele and VitriFrigo are class-leading international appliances and have been selected by Riviera for their performance and your enjoyment.
The Finest Construction Methods
Exacting Detail
State-of-the-art digital kitting is utilised to precisely cut all fibreglass and structural foams for the lamination process to ensure that each component fits perfectly.
Precision Joinery
The finest quality joinery is created by exacting CNC precision-cut timbers with all cabinets hand built by master craftsmen.
Superior Finish
Each mould is thoroughly inspected, cleaned and waxed before the initial application of isopthalic gelcoat is sprayed to provide a high gloss and superior water and fade resistant finish.
Independent Reviews
RIVIERA 68 SPORTS MOTOR YACHT
The Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht is a true long-range, luxury motoryacht built for owners who want to take their boating far afield, whilst still being able to fish effectively and enjoy myriad watersport pursuits, including scuba diving, snorkeling and kayaking
- Capt. Steve Larivee, BoatTest.com
THE HIGH LIFE
Flybridge cruisers offer three levels of living space and commanding views from the helm, as Riviera's most advanced boat capably demonstrates
- Kevin Green, Trade-a-Boat
SIMPLY THE BEST
Riviera’s new object of desire is blessed with a stunning design that melds form and function with luxurious and versatile onboard liveability
- Mark Rothfield, Club Marine
RIVIERA 68 SPORTS MOTOR YACHT
The accommodation deck offers two stateroom options; the four-cabin Classic or the three cabin Presidential with full-beam master stateroom. The 68 Sports Motor Yacht has been built to include the Classic accommodation layout with a massive midships master stateroom with ensuite bathroom along the starboard side.
- Nautilus Magazine
HAVE IT ALL
The 68 is a true hybrid boat, designed as much for elegant cruising as for offshore adventure. Her cockpit is an open, nearly Spartan space with enough room for dive tanks, Hawaiian slings, or even an optional fighting chair if game fishing is in the plans
- Kevin Koeing, Yachting Magazine
STRESS RELIEF
The flybridge is almost literally in the clouds, providing a commanding view from the twin helm seats. It has a leather sofa to starboard with a pull-out mattress that creates another huge double berth, bringing sleeping capacity to 10
- Mark Rothfield, Pacific Powerboat
RIVIERA'S WORLD PREMIERE 68 SPORTS MOTOR YACHT A NEW CLASS OF TRAVEL
Stepping forward through either starboard or port transom gate from the large boarding platform, the 12.38 square metre (133.3 sq ft) cockpit of the 68 Sports Motor Yacht offers everything a sports fisher and water sports enthusiast could wish for as well as plenty of space for relaxing and entertaining and considerable storage solutions
- John Curnow, Powerboat World
RIVIERA 68 SPORTS MOTOR YACHT: REVIEW
By any measure, including ours, this is Riviera’s best boat ever — its magnum opus — and a whole new calibre of luxury motor yacht. Engineered for ocean-going adventure, the big 68 has such low sound and vibration levels you are unaware you’re doing 30 knots at sea
- David Lockwood, Boatsales.com.au