The BEST OUTBOARD in The WORLD!
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- čas přidán 24. 06. 2024
- Suzuki, Yamaha, Mercury, and the other outboard competitors all make great motors. But there is only one clear winner in my opinion when it comes to dollar for dollar. Let me know what you think the best outboard is!
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Had Over 15 dual installation of Suzuki 225 and 300 on my customer fleet of boats in 2012 with Suzuki's...each one crossed over 3000+ hours of use before a major overhaul..almost nil breakdowns.
Maintenance was very strict , every month oil changes due to running hours clocked 3000 hours in just 18 months of use ...each set.
They were on Naval patrolling duty here. From then on my faith in Suzuki's have always been high
I’ve noticed my local SeaTow fleet has been re-powering with Suzuki‘s
@@johnbumpus7138 And BoatUS uses them too.
I agree with you on your experience.👍
I am a marine technician here in India and work on all this brands upto 300HP.
The Yamaha are one of the most reliable machines, second would be Suzuki but it takes the plus point in cost factor . Mercury power but lots of maintenance or regular care and working on its electricals.
Tohatsu or the Honda are way good in least maintenance , but purcahse cost is one of the highest .
Evinrude is almost out of the list as way high cost to maintain due to least support here.
Those white Yammies are so sweet looking !! But I ageree on the Suzuki coming on strong but I run a Yamaha 250 digital and it’s been an awesome engine !!
We have had twin 250 Suzuki outboards on our boat for the last 11 years, no problems, great motors.
The best one is usually the one on your boat.
Except mercury
Best outboard is the one that gets you home.
Best of all, Mercury . Most expierence over years. No Chinese or Japanese crap
@@chrisduc1 ok I own a Mercury v6 200 outboard. Don’t make fun of Japanese engineering, Yamaha are very reliable and Japanese manufacturing in general
@@chrisduc1 japanese outboards are the best my guy
I had one of the original Fly By Wire Suzuki DF300. The lower unit failed right when it went out of warranty. I wrote the District Manager a complementary email and Suzuki covered the repair. I think the early DF300 used a lower unit from a smaller model but also heard they beefed up the DF300 in later years. I have to agree with your analysis! Good job!
I am really enjoying your videos. I'm glad I found your channel.
Thank you my brother.
Thanks for the information I never thought about Suzuki before I will definitely check into it
I support American industry, go idea.
Me too.toughest outboard on the water .butt now having to buy after market or used parts for mine since evinrude and Johnson no longer exist ..
Don't The 6 year is total BS 3 years and you're screwed !
Hi, I also believe Suzuki is on top. Going out and them flat out for 6 -7 hours and back, no problem at all even once. Is just amazing how reliable are those motors are, so fare i been cruising on a single outboard so must be good. Also extremely good on fuel. Thanks.
Great input
Great video as always.
Kant wait for v log 🏁
I’ve owned my 1996 Suzuki 25 hp 2 stroke three cyl. Electric start since new .👍It came with a six year warranty when new which I’ve never have used. Seasonally I change lower unit oil and new spark plugs is all. Been a great motor luckily since we have very few dealerships in Iowa to repair them if needed. This year I just changed my 2nd new impeller for strictly upkeep to keep my motor in top shape. Is a new 30 hp. Four stroke power tilt the answer to my dreams?🤔
Wouldn't give up a Yamaha for a Suzuki at any time. Just had great experiences with Yamaha all my life. From 4x4 wheelers, road bikes, dirt bikes, jetskis and outboards. I have had sweet bugger all problems, and never anything that went to sea! That might well be more expensive, but I give the extra, because I know I can trust Yamaha!
Yamaha is tip then suzuki
You can never go wrong with Mercury and with the new outboards are coming out with especially the new racing outboard
I've never got to try one or been in a boat with one....I'd love to try
awesome information, thank you and will catch you on the next one
Thanks! Really appreciate it.
Brother everything you said in this video is spot on facts! You nailed it when mentioning value for the money, length of warranty, and most notably reliability! The only nod I will give Yamaha and Mercury is frequency of service centres. Every small lake or backwoods bayou there is always someone who can work on or has parts to get you out of a jam. But damn Suzuki is coming and they build a great motor. I had a Suzuki 140 single and is was strong, light weight and crazy reliable. I’m running twin Yamaha 300’s now and absolutely love them, but for re-power, I’d seriously consider jumping ship. Suzuki’s price is hard to turn away from. Great video, thanks for sharing.
Suzuki has a price and warranty that's hard to beat .I hope to put a 90hp on my Starcraft
@@alabamasmokeywilson6818 its 3 year the warranty in canada and in the 115 hp the price is not much different then mercury or Yamaha
Brother I just stumbled across your channel and live in south Florida as well. You are excellent! But please make your videos longer. There's plenty of information and youre an excellent speaker. Please. Cheers bro!
Phenomenal review. I will get a Suzuki. Any suggestions down in south Florida??
My favourites were from the 1970s. The tower of power 150 xs merc was cutting edge for a straight six, and bloody fast. Thanks , love the channel.
I have a near perfect 1976 on a stand in my office
All the old mercury engines were good for was regularly breaking down 😁
Reggie Fountain loved them too!👍🏻
In 1993-1997 I had a 1991 Blazer bass boat with a 1988 Suzuki from Tim's Marine. Almost no problems and got me back every time. It had OBD when Mercury was thinking about it. That Suzuki held its own I paid for it quite less for it vs the competition.
Great info bro 😎😎😎
I am glad you are back with more videos ! Susuki
Is a good option for the money and the performance
I completely agree with you! Great video!
My old evinrude 35 turns 44 this year. Still going strong. It broke recently and I was out $13 in parts. Lol. You can enjoy your time on the water at any price point.
Sure we can if we maintain them well.
My favorite is Evinrude/BRP as well..
I hope I'm able to buy a new one before dealers can't get them in my horsepower range. Their technology and ease of maintenance are outta sight!! Evinrude is like the redheaded step child we've all heard about. Sadly Evinrude bites the dust.
I'm from Uruguay some 2018 onwards thank you
Awesome vid bro.
I’ve been seeing a lot of Suzuki’s appearing on the water. I agree with you. They seem to have improved a lot. I love my Evinrude. But if and when I repower it’ll be a Zuki.
Family has run yammies, mercs and evinrudes for years on 6 hulls. each repower was based on tech available, never swore allegiance to anyone, for better or worse. repowered an ‘89 GW Tounament 192 w/ the 2016 ETEC 135 HO (40-42mph WOT is just fine for me)... sure, not running hard, but it has been flawless in 4 yrs and 730hrs...
Bro..... trust me they gona give u problems with fuel. Be careful
@@JP_94 U have to always be sure to use fuel treatment if your boat is gonna sit for any length of time like we do up here in the north east
True on everything your said here. Price is key. Being dead in the water is only for racers who only go 10 laps.
6 year warranty is great. Honda use to offer 5 years and free service with there tiller motors and so quiet also.
Suzuki is great! I've experienced the 350hp Suzuki with dual props. Just amazing!
thanks for the info
I have a 1998 Johnson 90HP Ocean Runner on a Boston Whaler Montauk 17. No problems, but it's cared for and used very gently, mainly on Lake Huron. My dad was partial to Johnsons and I guess I have been too. Not sure what I'd replace it with if I had to, especially with them being out of business. I think I'd give Honda a good look; not decided on 2- or 4-stroke.
We have a suzuki 140 on our boat had it for four years with not a single problem other than a danaged prop because someone can’t drive a boat. Put regular automotive oil in it and it runs great, no issues.
Iv had Susy bikes for years , thrashed the hell out of them , just keep going .
Great video bro
Yamaha is my fav. I like them bc they don’t need much maintenance
There's a company in Europe that sells diesel outboards I bought one for my dinghy highly recommend it but very heavy when you only want to have one fuel on board
Great video. I have a 32 footer center console with two DF-115 Suzukis...awesome, trouble free and reliable engines. All they need is a good and normal maintenance and they will get you there and bring you back safely....
Having worked on outboards since 1971 i agree on everything you said
I'm a Mercury owner but I have to agree with your assessment of Suzuki. Coming on strong! And at a significantly lower price point.
I own a twin Suzuki DF140 2011. Classic, reliable and never let me down.
Great video bro keep at
Have a DF60a tiller on my new boat. Did a lot of reading beforehand, and was happy to send my money to Suzuki.
Great video
I have a 30 Bertram moppie. Reinforcing the transom to repower with twin yahama 300. I love the Suzuki 350. But the technician, I don't have. What you think
Here in Australia yamaha is the popular choice outboard with boaters...
I personally have a soft spot for Suzuki, I think it has more technology features & like you said better value for $$$... 🇦🇺
Suzuki makes a great engine and the best gear case hands down. Good luck getting parts in a timely manner.
Repowering my Mako 28 from 2 stroke Yamaha's. Got 2 new Suzuki's on order. Can't wait until they come in!
Suzuki can’t be beat when it comes to warranty, mercury still have issues regularly and Yamaha reliability is superb. Suzuki price and weight is 👌
Got 2800+ hrs on 2 x 250hp suzuki df. The only thing changed was the wiring harnesses at about 1800hrs. And thats operating in Indonesia with really bad fuel.
You are so right in the spot,with the video..
I.must said I agree with you..
Its not just I have Zuke df300,as you said it is money difference even its not that.much in my country,but its stil difference...
And it is most fuel efficient engine on market..So if you are using it much like me you can save there money too..
Great video brother ..............I dont know Yamaha , Suzuki , or Honda . What i do know from experience is the Mercury i bought in 2007 still runs as
sweet as the day i bought it .....What is laughable is so many of the people that knock Mercury have never
even owned one ..Just repeating something they have read...
*I was surprised, but yeah, warranty and price does make a lot of difference.*
Whiittley traditionally a Yamaha dealer is now offering Mercury engines on their boats as I had the choice of choosing.
Seems like the Mercury motors have really come a long way. Mercury are now providing motors for Telwater.
I can't believe there's almost a 10k difference in price! I knew Suzuki's were less but not that much! Awesome 👍
its 3 year the warranty in canada and in the 115 hp the price is not much different then mercury or Yamaha
Thank you for the video just subscribe to your channel keep up the great work. I don't care for speed I want a reliable motor.
My Suzuki DF140A made gas. Not really, but it was an awesome engine in all aspects for the three years I owned it.
Glad to here that. I am looking at a DF 90
Can you say Tohatsu ? The choice of those fishermen in remote areas that have to have a long living ,Dependable ,and affordable power on their boats.
All Tohats over 90 hp are rebadge Honda's I believe.
I hate my Tohatsu
@@alinux09 Any particular reason? Small engine? One of the big ones made by Honda?
Chinesium grade, never will have one
Alaskans use Yamaha 🤷♂️. What remote areas? Can’t get much more remote than Alaska. Yamaha is always the one people in remote Alaska use. That’s why I don’t take my mercury very remote lmao. Wish my boat came with a Yamaha. My mercury has had issues but mostly the basspro install fucked up wiring and dried computers until they figured it out. Not my trim sensor is not working on plane. Motor has less than 20 hours. Have spent half its life in the shop.
The best outboard, is the one that always works. My 1970 Johnson 115 is my winner. Even with the sometimes fickle electric shift. But yeah, when it’s time to repower, cost is key for me, obviously. I mean, I AM running a 50 year old motor, clearly I am a cheapskate.
Tohatsu started in Japan in 1956 , making it the oldest outboard manufacturer in Japan. Over the decades they have built outboards for Mercury . Mariner , Suzuki and Evinrude by the hundreds of thousands , for their reliability and cost savings . So for me , I prefer the Tohatsu outboard for their reliability and cheaper than the big names and because I trust the Japanese made outboards also .
And Honda
i'd like to know what you think about OXE diesel, other than expensive?
Suzuki is amazing,I ran a 175 on a 20ft tour boat,it has 1500ish hours with no issues in 3 seasons..awesome thing
Fresh water ?
I have 2 boats one with a single Yamaha 90 horsepower and my other 15 year old boat just got brand new 2020 twin 200 s and they run awesome
I have a 19 8118 foot privateer built in Belhaven North Carolina we just rebuild the deck stringers and we’re putting a 60 hp Suzuki with the big lower unit on it
Pretty happy with my F-50 Yamaha
good review...what happened to johnsons.
Have you ever heard of Tohatsu? They actually still make 2 strokes but I am not sure what countries you get them in.
Tohatsu made from same factory as Mercury! They seem to have ok reputation!
Ive run Honda, Mercury and Yamaha so far and ill rate them 1:Yama 2: Honda 3: Mercury.
I bought a brand new Mercury Verado 600 HP for a ton of money, I put it on a HUGE Robalo Center Console I bought on Facebook marketplace that was mint, I installed the merc and the gears didn't even start turning one bit and it took me at least 10 months to get it back and when I got it back it didn't even work
True Words! Suzuki engines are close to perfection in terms of durability.
Indeed... I have access to 3 of them 2 of which I own myself, they never have let me down, any of them. And they are frugal and... light weight compared to the competition, which is very important when it comes to getting that 20HP outboarder on your small inflatable boat... on your OWN!
Looking to repower my 16' skiff.
I've heard the same message from everyone I talk to and what I've noticed.
Suzuki is the way to go!
Always been into Yamaha...have a couple Yamaha outboards and loved their reliability and easy to work on.
Every commercial boat is Suzuki powered...SeaTow, tenders, waterman all have Suzuki
I went fishing in Roatan with a guy who had a Suzuki 200 four stroke. He said he had 6500 hrs on the engine with no issues. He said he was just using normal car oil in the engine because Suzuki branded oil was very expensive and hard to come by. He just used the proper viscosity Suzuki called for in the maintenance manual. The same went for the lower unit gear oil. Just regular differential gear oil from the local auto parts store. This isn't a one off story either. I been hearing plenty of these same things from many Suzuki owners. They made a fine engine.
Good afternoon everyone. Which is the best website to look for used outboard motors? 120HP? Thanks in advance.
No doubt, Suzuki ❤️❤️
what did you think of omc evinrude when it was still going?
Operationally the Yamaha stands out - no fuss
One of the Yamaha models was notorious for blowing gear cases. Can't remember which. 200's?
Mercury for me . ill still look for antiques to bring back to life
What area you in? Have a 1996 125 elpto I'm removing for a a new motor as soon as I find one available. Need to get rid of the mercury..let me know if you interested
@@Dan-gs8tz too new Lol . like my 1964 fifty merc
If I was buying a new boat. I’d be happy with either a Yamaha or Suzuki. Some of the Mercs seem to be great too. If I had to repower my current boat. It would be a Suzuki. No doubt. My current 2007 df200 v6 is quiet as a mouse.
Sometimes I forget my engine is actually on lol
@@yessuhyessuh2100 Ya. They’re quiet. My 200 is noticeably quieter than a buddies Yamaha f150.
One morning at the Dock, I asked my Brother why is the Motor spitting water? He said, " it's running!!!!"
Yamaha 200 4 stroke, I started laughing.
Update: My new rig has a Yamaha f300. 2018 with 175 hours. It’s in storage. Can’t wait for spring. I still say. Go with Suzuki for a repower. Just as reliable. Less money. 🤷🏻♂️
What is your opinion on an 115 Suzuki 2020
Ha ha love how you say "Suzuki", like "Zoo-Zookees! " Awesome! Thumbs up bro!
Great Videos. I am going with a Suzuki 90 on my old star craft offshore. 2000 less $ with a 6 year warranty over Yamaha. 3 year. Plus no belt Suzuki has a timing chain
U still have to change it if it starts to make noise and usually is more expensive because the chain is inside the motor
@@Danidasanic It will probably outlast my old #SS .The chain runs in oil should last for years
@@alabamasmokeywilson6818 it should at least but thats not allways the case , the bmw engines n47, m57 and n57 are well known for chain related problems, for example and it can brake without warning . Not enough lubrification from the oil channels or faulty tensioner can wear the chain pretty fast and even not happening , that doesnt make it a better engine
@@Danidasanic That's true the Ford 4.6 and 5.4 have problems to but they last a long time
The 6 year is phony 3 year with Suzuki 3 years with a company that doesn't
PAY !!!
Oh wow - - That opening statement has My head spinning. - -Hahahahaha. - >>>.
You know your stuff man 👍
will put the zuke 350 counter rotates on my new Rafnar---king of the sea.......
I have a 30 hp 4stroke Suzuki, and disappointed with it the only reason of break down. Got Trim problem 3 times in 5 years, direction now getting blocked quite often and light signals keeps bipping.
But I trust their bigger Outbouards deliver hell performance.
In Indian Ocean they are ranked number 2 after Yamaha. Very sad that we don’t anymore hear of Evinrude.
Had a ex MOD Suzuki 140 absolutely bombproof reliability
Nice video
I worked at a boat dealership. Lost count of how many times a brand new boat with brand new mercurys go out on the first trip and break down.. time and time again. Never with any of the Yamahas tho
If you had two identical used boats for sale and one has yamahas and the other susuki the one with yamahas will resale for more every time...also from what I've seen where I live almost no mechanics work on susuki. Doesn't matter if they have the longest warranty if you can't find a dealer near you to do it
where do you get your reliability data?
I've never owned a Suzy outboard, but I have had 3 Suzy motorcycles and 2 ATVs. All of these have been indestructible; I regularly beat the crap out of the ATVs and they just keep running
Good reviews but what about tohatsu ?
Can you compare the 115 and the 90hp Yamaha vs Suzuki?
Suzuki EFI works great for the first year. I just dumped one after the dealer maintenance didn’t work and I bought a Yamaha and never had a problem.
I fish saltwater and have owned 2004 Yamaha F60 ,2002 Suzuki DF60 both meticulously serviced and still running strongly up to 2021 on similar sized 16ft fibreglass constructed boats.,both operated flawlessly put down to previous owners servicing schedules.Splitting hairs between them both but I felt the Yammy was a marginally more powerful engine and had superb turbine like sound when opened up fully.The Suzi revved/pulled quicker from the off and higher operating at 5500rpm maximum throttle.Both engines on tickover were so quiet and smooth.,often commented on by admirers.They pushed the boats to 30mph maximum,but the boat the Yammy was fitted was slightly heavier. If there were two second hand engines side by side and there was 500bucks between them id take the Suzi,if they were priced the same Id take the Yammy.
I now own a Honda Bf 60 2020 model which pushes an 18ft Pilothouse boat at the same speed,uses less fuel and has that Honda engine note that Honda bike owners would recognise.,Its really frugal on the juice and again ,very quiet on tickover.Id imagine the Honda to have the edge over current competition based on their 4stroke pedigree-its all theyve ever made.,Its only had its first service so cant really add any more ,other than its definitely got plenty of power and low torq and puts the boat on the plane quickly.Very happy with it.
good one
Our local dealer say's Suzuki warranty is great, but getting parts for repair is a huge problem.
Boats setting sometimes for 2 months waiting on parts.
THEY ARE NOT " GREAT " THE WARRANTY SUCKS and the motor [ a 150 ..had two on two different boats ]
I just purchased a brand new 34' sea Fox center console they tried to sell me with Yamaha I would not buy the boat unless I can get the engines I wanted which were twin 350 dual prop Suzuki's and I love them ❗👍🏻😎
Still running strong? Any problems yet?