Actually I was told before, perhaps by Dave Robbens that the 60 is just a 're engineered 50 and may be same weight.
Likewise I have had my yamaha 50 for 14 years and it's fine....providing I don't hope to exceed 15 knots. I do have it serviced every year and it was stripped down once due to broken internal anode that had not been replaced in time.
Had my Yammy 50 for 20 years - no major problems except up-down switch replaced twice. Boat always stored indoors during winter- which helps the motor, Yammy don't like the cold !
I can recommend the Yamaha outboards - well made and plenty of spares. They moved to fuel injection after about 2007 which is also a bonusas more reliable and the carbs are a bit of a pain to service (lots of small parts to drop overboard!). The parts could add up with it having 4 carbs. The 60Hp is just a re chipped 50HP version that uses more fuel.
Yep, go Yamaha, I have a 60 high thrust and wouldn't consider any other manufacturer. Easily the most reliable outboard I have owned. However, I had to replace the tilt switch too.
I see they now do a 70hp at roughly the same weight. It has the high thrust gearing so can use a 14" prop.
If you went for that you'd have to check with insurers.
I would think that the Yam would make the boat more desirable when selling.
I have had my Yam 50 4 stroke for 8 almost trouble free years (it was fitted in 2005). Had a problem with one of the jets which took a bit of finding, otherwise, with annual servicing all has been well. Like any engine, things wear out and the anodes need an annual check up.
Depending on where you intend to sail/motor and on your inclination, and I have no experience or first hand knowledge, you may consider investigating an electric outboard. There are several areas of the country where petrol outboards are banned.
Maybe elctric is the future, I don't know, but please let us know what you decide.
Hi
if you do change please let me know what you will do with the old engine if it's good for spares
regards
keith
Hi Jason,
I am unable to offer any advice, except that we have a Yamaha 50 and it has lasted 10 years so far (with regular servicing), without any problems.
I remember a post, either on here or another site, about being careful with the weight of a 60hp as if it is too heavy it unbalances things.
Regards
Natalie
Actually I was told before, perhaps by Dave Robbens that the 60 is just a 're engineered 50 and may be same weight.
Likewise I have had my yamaha 50 for 14 years and it's fine....providing I don't hope to exceed 15 knots. I do have it serviced every year and it was stripped down once due to broken internal anode that had not been replaced in time.
Roly
Had my Yammy 50 for 20 years - no major problems except up-down switch replaced twice. Boat always stored indoors during winter- which helps the motor, Yammy don't like the cold !
I can recommend the Yamaha outboards - well made and plenty of spares. They moved to fuel injection after about 2007 which is also a bonusas more reliable and the carbs are a bit of a pain to service (lots of small parts to drop overboard!). The parts could add up with it having 4 carbs. The 60Hp is just a re chipped 50HP version that uses more fuel.
Mike C
Thing is always drain fuel for winter storage as unleaded goes flat and is a pain.
Yep, go Yamaha, I have a 60 high thrust and wouldn't consider any other manufacturer. Easily the most reliable outboard I have owned. However, I had to replace the tilt switch too.
I see they now do a 70hp at roughly the same weight. It has the high thrust gearing so can use a 14" prop.
If you went for that you'd have to check with insurers.
I would think that the Yam would make the boat more desirable when selling.
Gerard ~ Oran na Mara ~ M26
I have had my Yam 50 4 stroke for 8 almost trouble free years (it was fitted in 2005). Had a problem with one of the jets which took a bit of finding, otherwise, with annual servicing all has been well. Like any engine, things wear out and the anodes need an annual check up.
Depending on where you intend to sail/motor and on your inclination, and I have no experience or first hand knowledge, you may consider investigating an electric outboard. There are several areas of the country where petrol outboards are banned.
Maybe elctric is the future, I don't know, but please let us know what you decide.
Simon Armitage
Sowenna 26M (FOR SALE)
My understanding is that the Yammy 50 is a de-tuned 60. I have seen a video as to how to increase the extra 10 H P.
I bought a new engine last year. I went for a Yamaha 50 as I had the previous engine stolen.
have yet to take the engine up to full speed as macs are not the most stable boats around at speed.
would question why you would have the extra cost of a 60 hp ?
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