yamaha 90 vs. honda 90

[sym]

planing to replace my 94 88spl with 06 yamahaF90 four stroke or 06 honda 90 four stroke.cant decide. which is a better motor? <br />and does anyone know the wieght for the 88spl?<br />~Aloha,sym

 

[ivar]

Re: yamaha 90 vs. honda 90

Reliability and durability of those 2 motors should be similar, more dependent of maintenance etc. Both are 1.6 liter and of similar weight if I remember right. As far as I've seeen, the Yamaha's been doing slightly better in top end and acceleration. <br />Dealer should also be taken into consideration.

 

[pine island fred]

Re: yamaha 90 vs. honda 90

Cant be of much help here. Can comment that the hondas i see appear to be more prone to corrosion than the yamahas. These are salt water boats used daily and not well maintained. If it were my decision i would go with the lighter weight motor. Have an 05 f-115 ( well maintained) and would highly recommend it. regards fred

 

[timmathis]

Re: yamaha 90 vs. honda 90

Both are a good choice. Like said above keep service in mind. Tim

 

[JB]

Re: yamaha 90 vs. honda 90

I don't know if the '06 Honda 90 is EFI, but if it is still carbed the Yammy is the hands down choice of those two.<br /><br />Take a look at the Suzuki DF90, too. Comparable to the others. Availability of quality local service should be a very strong factor.

 

[sym]

Re: yamaha 90 vs. honda 90

Thanks for the info guys!!So far, it looks like the choice will be Yamaha. Ive considered the Suzuki but the service is not very good in Hawaii.<br />Thanks again!!<br />~Aloha, sym

 

[noelm]

Re: yamaha 90 vs. honda 90

HI have a look here it is from a test in Australia but comparisons will be helpfull<br /> http://boatpoint.ninemsn.com.au/por..._200859/ArticleID__119667/DesktopDefault.aspx