SYDNEY BOAT SHOW: Riviera to launch 57 Enclosed Flybridge

The newest member of Riviera’s collection of flybridge motor yachts – the 57 Enclosed Flybridge – will make its world premiere at the Sydney International Boat Show (July 30 to August 3, 2015).

Riviera says the three-stateroom/two bathroom 57 Enclosed Flybridge – with full beam master stateroom – is the embodiment of innovation, from her design to her state-of-the-art navigation systems, and right through to her final fit-out and polished finish.

Riviera chairman and owner Rodney Longhurst says the design and construction teams have integrated easy-to-use and dependable marine systems into the new 57 Enclosed, including the full features of the innovative Volvo Glass Cockpit navigation and CZone digital switching systems.

"The Riviera 57 Enclosed Flybridge’s new and distinctive design has everything in perfect proportion but it is when you step aboard that the magnitude of the living and accommodation space reveals itself."

The 57’s hull lines run straight aft from the maximum mid-ship beam of 5.13m (16' 10") which provides a buoyant lift and an easy planing surface, we’re told, while her keel delivers straight tracking and great stability, enhancing blue-water performance.

The Riviera 57 Enclosed Flybridge creates an indoor/outdoor living experience with a clever new cockpit design, complete with large transom and mezzanine lounges, wet bar, barbecue, fridge and ice-maker.

There’s an aft galley with high-end appliances and solid surface bench tops, as well as a sliding door and awning window with solid stainless steel frame built into the rear bulkhead – the window opens out and over the mezzanine to position the chef right at the centre of the social scene.

The saloon – which also features premium brand appliances and furnishings including two lounges – offers a clear view not only of the water-view vista but also the massive, wide-screen 48” LED TV that rises from the forward dash, creating a floating sports arena or movie theatre experience.

"Natural light and fresh air is introduced through opening tinted saloon side windows which, in tandem with the massive front windscreen, filter light below through the companionway and to the accommodation deck," says Longhurst.

"The master stateroom is located amidships in the most stable part of the yacht, and defies convention for a vessel of this size, luxuriating right across the full beam and featuring a king-sized bed and with upholstered headboard detailing.

"The forward guest stateroom mirrors the level of luxury in the master and positions a queen-size walk-around bed in pride of place, and also its own ensuite bathroom which, with twin entry, doubles as the day head.

"The starboard stateroom is also air-conditioned and has adult-sized upper and lower beds, also with innerspring mattresses and a deck hatch for ventilation, as well as reading and overhead lighting."

A flybridge to look up to
The new Riviera 57’s fully enclosed flybridge is almost another living area and atop the staircase you arrive at the forward-positioned helm.

"Skippers will really appreciate the three massive clear, tempered windscreens with excellent visibility, and two fully adjustable chairs from which all essential navigational and systems controls are within easy reach," says Longhurst.

"The Riviera Enclosed Flybridge’s all-new dash design has enough room for three 19-inch multi-function display screens… You will also find convenient drink-holders, a centre console and a moulded recess forward for mobile phones, ensuring everything is right where it should be when you need it."

The flybridge is also big and comfortable with L-shaped seating which has rod or general storage underneath, table, slumber seat with fridge forward as well as a wet bar and sink.

There’s also a huge sliding electric sunroof which, together with sliding-open side windows, creates a virtual sky lounge full of light, space and fresh air.
Aft is a rear awning window and sliding door that open out to the teak-laid rear deck of the flybridge, which also has a lounge and aft docking station with joystick, throttles and steering wheel for IPS, or throttles and bow thruster for the shaft-drive model.

Choice of pod or shaft drive
The engineering department that makes it possible for owners to select their personal preference of either pod or conventional shaft drive propulsion.

"There are three choices for a drive package for new the 57 Enclosed Flybridge – a IPS2-950, IPS2-1200 or the conventional D13 shaft drive," said Longhurst.

The standard set-up is the very popular twin IPS2-950 (533kW / 725hp) pod configuration with D11 engines, which delivers Volvo’s impressive fuel efficiency, low noise levels, long cruising range and high top-end speedm, as well as joystick convenience.

"Of course the option is yours to upgrade to the new-generation IPS2-1200 (662kW / 900hp) system, with powerful D13 engines, or you can choose the innovative new Volvo Penta D13-Series (662kW / 900hp) shaft drive propulsion system.

The D13 shaft drive 57 Enclosed Flybridge models – also with glass navigation features at the bridge – have twin controls operating bow and stern thrusters both at the helm and aft flybridge docking station, as well as Electronic Vessel Control (EVC) levers integrating with cruise control, low-speed mode and single-lever mode.

Courtesy of the Quickshift gearboxes, owners of the 57 Enclosed shaft drive models also have the choice to incorporate Twin Disc’s Express Joystick System (EJS) which actuates and controls engines, transmissions, propellers and thrusters, enabling a skipper to easily, precisely and confidently manoeuvre the yacht in challenging docking situations.

And with both pod and shaft drive models, the fully integrated CZone system enhances the ease of monitoring and operation of the Riviera 57’s onboard systems even further.

For more information go to:  www.RivieraAustralia.com/57-enclosed-home.html.