Tohatsu 9.8 4 stroke ordered!

[Sibfish]

I have been debating which outboard to buy and i decided to use my weights in the garden to help with the choice and the difference between 9.8hp 38kg and 15hp 45kg doesnt seem like a lot but i found that i couldnt do much with my arms with 45kg and the 38kg was manageable and i could lift it upto my shoulders. Not a lot of difference in weight but it wont put me off using the boat as i can move it on my own. Just my view on things hope it helps someone one day

[ChrisParish]

Good choice and an excellent method there!
I have found that every kilo beyond 40kg makes a huge difference.

[PeterM]

Great choice... a friend just got the same and he's very happy with it

[Oldman]

For me its not so much the weight but the awkwardness of shape of outboards that makes them difficult to lift. My Suzuki 8hp is just 28kilo but finding a lift point doesnt seem easy, it might be my age showing as well though ;)

[Gray]

I have the 9.8. It is just on the limit for me. I wouldn't want anything heavier. Good choice.