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The best outboard motor manufacturers in the world are constantly innovating to create the best products available while staying compliant with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This is great news for boaters, who can harness powerful performance while also limiting their environmental impact. There are tons of great options when you shop from reliable manufacturers, and we’ve highlighted five of the best to help point you in the right direction.

The difference between outboard and inboard motors is where they’re contained on the boat. Inboard motors are inside the hull and are common on large ships. Outboard engines go directly on the back of the boat to offer propulsion and are the most common solution for small watercraft. Over the course of our long experience with new and used boat sales, service, parts, and rentals, we’ve identified five key tips for anyone who’s searching for a new boat engine.

Nautical Ventures is the place to shop for everything from Kayaks to Cruise Ships. Whether you are a paddle sport hobbyist, a pleasure boater, a large yacht owner, or a megayacht captain, Nautical Ventures provides recreational marine enthusiasts with a full range of outboard engines for your boat, tender, kayak, solo skiff, even for your SUP. Our North Palm Beach, Riviera Beach and Dania Beach stores offer top outboard engine brands such as Yamaha, Mercury, Evinrude, Tohatsu and Torqeedo outboard engines.

Tohatsu’s first priority when developing these engines was to make them lightweight and compact without compromising reliability or the quality performance associated with the Tohatsu brand name. They have maintained the durable standard features that Tohatsu owners appreciate while making fuel efficient 4-strokes that are easy to transport. 

Tohatsu’s first priority when developing these engines was to make them lightweight and compact without compromising reliability or the quality performance associated with the Tohatsu brand name.

Tohatsu’s first priority when developing these engines was to make them lightweight and compact without compromising reliability or the quality performance associated with the Tohatsu brand name. They have maintained the durable standard features that Tohatsu owners appreciate while making fuel efficient 4-strokes that are easy to transport. The 20 hp, 15 hp, 9.8 hp, 8 hp, 6 hp, 5 hp, 4 hp, 3.5 hp and 2.5 hp outboard are all lightweight and compact 4-strokes, with exceptional performance. 

Tohatsu’s first priority when developing these engines was to make them lightweight and compact without compromising reliability or the quality performance associated with the Tohatsu brand name. They have maintained the durable standard features that Tohatsu owners appreciate while making fuel efficient 4-strokes that are easy to transport. The 20 hp, 15 hp, 9.8 hp, 8 hp, 6 hp, 5 hp, 4 hp, 3.5 hp and 2.5 hp outboard are all lightweight and compact 4-strokes, with exceptional performance. These compact, fuel efficient outboard engines have been manufactured to comply with all US EPA and CARB 3-star Ultra-Low emission regulations and are backed by a 5 year limited warranty. And Nautical Ventures is your Tohatsu 4-Stroke headquarters when it comes to all your engine needs. Repower… Warranty… and Service. Here what we like about the new 4-Stroke Portable Tohatsu models.

4-Stroke Technology: Dual Stage Induction for improved performance; Lean burn control for better fuel economy at cruising speeds; Boosted low speed torque helps to deliver an exceptional hole shot; 3-Way Cooling System to help protect against overheating; Non-linear rubber mounts provide smoother operation at all engine speeds; A crankshaft-driven trochoid oil pump ensures long-term durability of critical engine components; Multi-port Programmed Fuel Injection delivers the precise amount of fuel/air to each cylinder

 

The Tohatsu in-line 4 cylinder 150 hp 4-stroke outboard is both sleek and powerful. The Variable Valve Timing and Lift Control system provides power where and when you need it, giving you excellent low end torque and top end speed. The result is a superior combination of power, torque and fuel efficiency. The 150hp also features Multi-Port Programmed Fuel Injection, which delivers the precise amount of fuel/air to each cylinder.

4-Stroke Technology: Dual Stage Induction for improved performance; Lean burn control for better fuel economy at cruising speeds; Boosted low speed torque helps to deliver an exceptional hole shot; Variable valve timing and lift control; 3-Way Cooling System to help protect against overheating; Heavy duty 5” diameter gear case built to withstand extreme conditions; Non-linear rubber mounts provide smoother operation at all engine speeds; A crankshaft-driven trochoid oil pump ensures long-term durability of critical engine components; Multi-port Programmed Fuel Injection delivers the precise amount of fuel/air to each cylinder

Tohatsu offers the best outboard motors, appropriately dubbed “bullet-proof,” by the legions of loyal Tohatsu owners around the world. Four strike models include the 115 hp outboard, 150 hp outboard, 200 hp outboard, 225 hp outboard and the 250 hp outboard. These Tohatsu 4-stroke boat motors have outstanding features that provide boaters with unmatched technology, proven reliability and the big power you need. And Nautical Ventures is your Tohatsu 4-Stroke headquarters when it comes to all your engine needs. Repower… Warranty… and Service. Here what we like about the new 225 hp Tohatsu model: 

Tohatsu’ Outboard Engine 4-Stroke 250 Outboard – Meet the New Super Power.

Tohatsu offers the best outboard motors, appropriately dubbed “bullet-proof,” by the legions of loyal Tohatsu owners around the world. Four strike models include the 115 hp outboard, 150 hp outboard, 200 hp outboard, 225 hp outboard and the 250 hp outboard. These Tohatsu 4-stroke boat motors have outstanding features that provide boaters with unmatched technology, proven reliability and the big power you need. And Nautical Ventures is your Tohatsu 4-Stroke headquarters when it comes to all your engine needs. Repower… Warranty… and Service. Here what we like about the new 250 hp Tohatsu models: 

The adventure begins the second you start up a Yamaha Jet Drive four stroke. Propeller-free and powerful, these nimble four strokes boldly go where no conventional outboard would dare. Skinnies. Shallows. Rocky-bottom rivers. Sandbars. Shoals. Rapids. Lightweight, versatile and quiet, these jet drive four strokes come in a wide range of horsepower options to fit your boat and application. And Nautical Ventures is your Yamaha Jet Drive headquarters when it comes to all your engine needs. Repower… Warranty… and Service. Here what we like about this new Yamaha Jet Drive models: 

Yamaha’s outboard Engine Midrange Motors – Get More Quality Time on the Water.

Operator Comfort. All Yamaha midranges F30~F90 are compatible with their award-winning Multi-Function Tiller Handle. Its ergonomic design features Variable Trolling Speed (VTS™), allowing you to adjust trolling in 50-RPM increments with the touch of a button. For added security, the factory-equipped handle on the F40 tiller model features an LED light that signals overheating or low oil pressure conditions. The F25 also features a factory-equipped handle on tiller models.

When it comes to performance, a Pro XS gets you there like no other outboard. Maybe it’s the lightning-quick acceleration, the class-leading top speed, the legendary reliability, the superior fuel efficiency, or all of the above. Pro XS - the most serious outboard on the water for the most serious fishermen on the water. And Nautical Ventures is your Mercury VeradoPro XS headquarters when it comes to all your engine needs. Repower… Warranty… and Service. Here what we like about the new Pro XS models: 

FourStroke technology and Mercury… They’re always moving forward with boater-driven innovations and technologies. Like electronic fuel injection, on-board digital monitoring that protects your engine, and a total commitment to corrosion protection utilizing hard-coat anodizing and a superior multi-step paint process. Mercury FourStroke engines have consistently set the bar for clean, quiet performance and low fuel consumption. Plus, no one has more models and horsepower to fit your needs.

Verado outboards are creating a whole new set of standards for performance. No matter how you define it, Verado’s offer low noise and vibration, lower fuel consumption, supercharged power and torque, and much more. And Nautical Ventures is your Mercury Verado headquarters when it comes to all your engine needs. Repower… Warranty… and Service. Here what we like about the new Verado models: 

 

This blog is about outboard repowering. You see, somewhere around 1995 I was involved in a large marketing program involving the conversion of a famous brand of hi-end sportfish yachts from traditional inboard designs to the use of outboard power.