Yamaha 6 HP Vibration

[grinder48]

Thinking of buying 2010 Yamaha F6 4 stroke portable. This is newer version with smaller gearcase and built in fuel tank. I'm very concerned about how much vibration there may be with the single cylinder. I really want a new 2 stroke 2 cyl 6 hp with integral tank but I don't think it exists. Bought a Tohatsu single cyl 4 stroke (I think 2.5 hp) for another boat and the amount of vibration was simply unacceptable. Would appreciate any thought on vibration of the Yam 6, how much I should expect, etc. Thanks

 

[99yam40]

Re: Yamaha 6 HP Vivration

Re: Yamaha 6 HP Vivration

Never seen one run before, why not go to the dealer you are going to buy it from and ask to see it run before buying

 

[grinder48]

Re: Yamaha 6 HP Vibration

impossible to find a dealer anywhere near (central GA / SC) who stock it. And, for the most part, I find most dealers are not very knowledgeable about their products. (Hate to say it but it's true ... and I consider myself a good judge since I was an Evinrude dealer for over 10 years)

 

[yamamarinetech40]

Re: Yamaha 6 HP Vibration

I've worked on very few tiny motors but did work on one of these...was mounted on small inflatable and was surprisingly smooth...

 

[grinder48]

Re: Yamaha 6 HP Vibration

yamamarinetech40, thank you. While I appreciate any input, all I rec'd other than yours weren't direct experience so yours is especially appreciated. Thanks again!