How to Buy and Outboard Motor – Outboard engines have been around since 1896 and have done a good job of getting smaller craft from point A to point B with simple efficiency. As time has gone by the simplicity of these motors has diminished as the technology advanced. Along with greater power, speed and efficiency came more sophisticated motors with more complex components and systems. Today’s outboard motor is a high tech, computer-driven powerhouse with vastly improved fuel efficiency, faster speeds, better response, more power, improved reliability and is better for the environment.
Our technical writer, Glenn Hayes, has been working with Mercury Marine, Evinrude, Yamaha, Honda Marine, Suzuki Marine and Tohatsu Outboards to give you a “How to Buy an Outboard Motor” step by step guide. This is real data using the industry leading research…
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ACEL Power revolutionizes electric boating with the launch of their high-performance IE 150 and IE 250 electric outboards. Ideal for the Caribbean, these whisper-quiet motors offer minimal maintenance, zero emissions, and stunning power for exploring island paradises.
The most common horsepower seen on the dinghies of cruising yachts are 9.8 and 15. When the boats are larger with paid crew there is a greater chance of 25 hp and above. Amongst the considerations for purchasing an engine are the power to get the dinghy to plane, the price and the weight of the engine in case it needs to be taken off the dinghy.
These new generation Evinrude’s E-TEC, advanced two stroke outboards have impressive stats that dismiss most common myths of plaguing two stroke motors
Yamaha Outboards has been leading the way with a series of new engines and technology that are setting a new benchmark in what to expect from your new outboard.
Outboard motors are chock full of innovations and represent the future of high hp outboards needed to propel ever larger center consoles.
Sailing ships of the 1800’s gave way to steam powered propulsion systems to move cargo ships and ferries to windward. Today’s boaters have options
Leading the industry with award winning technology and innovation, Suzuki Marine is setting the standards as the most reliable outboard motor in the Caribbean. The company manufactures outboard engines with features and benefits that makes boating more reliable and enjoyable for its users. “Around the region many boaters depend on an outboard to carry their…
The Miami International Boat Show was a bustle of activity with its halls and marinas filled with the latest and greatest boating has to offer. There was not only a large assortment of boat debuts at the show but also an impressive amount of new engines and power plants on display. From electric trolling motors…
Evinrude, owned by Canada-based BRP (Bombardier Recreational Products) since 2001, introduced the E-TEC G2 outboard motor in Milwaukee at its Global Reveal in June. The sleek, customizable and completely redesigned cowl comes with a choice of five side and top panel colors and 14 accent colors. The 3.4 liter, V6 engines range from 200 to…
SUZUKI MOVES FORWARD Suzuki Marine, the undisputed 4-stroke outboard brand on the world stage, is focused on gaining market share in North America where it is playing catch-up. Known for technical innovation, Suzuki has plenty of National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Innovation Awards to back up its claims. The Suzuki mantra is RELIABILITY. “It must…
In the third part of our series on what to look for in a center console boat, we talked with our panel of experts about… Selecting the right Outboard Motor Package for your Center Console Boat Here are their recommendations… David Meeler, Yamaha “Outboards have really become the power option of choice for center consoles….
Evinrude has a new way to control its larger twin, triple and quad outboard motors that will give you the confidence to dock your boat in places once thought impossible. The ease of operating the new Optimus 360 Joystick Control System offered by Evinrude and manufactured by SeaStar gives the operator a whole new confidence…
This summer BRP announced four new outboard motors in its Evinrude E-Tec line-up and will start delivery on them in the fall. Three of the new models are specifically designed for pontoon boats, catering to one of the fastest growing boating categories. The other new model is the high performance 90 HO E-Tec. I recently…
Mercury Marine introduces Enertia ECO fuel-saving propeller Addressing the related topics of increasing fuel costs and environmental stewardship, Mercury Marine is pleased to introduce the new Enertia ECO propeller today at IBEX in Louisville, Ky. The Mercury Enertia ECO was specifically designed for high-horsepower outboard-powered boats, offering boaters a 10 percent increase in fuel economy…
Greater speed and power is the goal for many boaters. Remember that there are potential issues that could result from overpowering your boat
When purchasing an outboard motor there are many decisions to be made and choices to select from to ensure you are getting the perfect motor for your needs. There are obvious factors to consider, such as the right horsepower, two or four stroke, etc., but the outboard motor’s warranty can be something that is overlooked…
E15 has been in the news lately but it is in boaters’ best interest to know what it is and how it can affect their time out on the water. Simply put, E15 is gasoline that contains 15% ethanol, and it appears as if it may be common at gas pumps throughout the US in…
Until recently on larger outboard performance boats if you wanted high horsepower output you would have to go with double, triple or quad outboards to get the desired power and speed. Adding engines added weight, drag, reduced fuel efficiency and drove maintenance costs higher, but there was no other option until recently. Seven Marine has…
There is a lot of talk these days about alternative power and the need to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. Manufacturers are hard at work looking for viable options that can perform as well as or better than existing combustion engines. There are more hybrid cars on the road then ever before and “electric” seems…
Other than the required oil and lower unit fluid changes and other periodical maintenance steps outlined in your new four-stroke outboard owners manual, there are a few simple maintenance tips that can be done before and after each trip to ensure years of trouble-free use with your new outboard motor. First and foremost you should…