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Yamaha F90: specifications

The Yamaha F90 is an outboard rated at 90 hp with inline four-cylinder architecture.

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Key figures

Power
90hp
Dry weight
162kg
Displacement
1,832cm³
Alternator output
35A
Indicative price
n/a
Maximum warranty
3years

Sources and technical context

Document year: 2024.

Notes and conditions (FR)

Manufacturer's notes (in French)

Technical specifications

Block & combustion

ArchitectureL4
Cylinders4
Cycle4-stroke
Displacement1,832 cm³
Bore × stroke81 × 88,9 mm
Compression ratio10,0:1
Max rpm5000–6000 rpm
Specific output49 hp/L
Fuel systemInjection électronique (EFI)
Min. fuelRON 90 (PON 86)

Transmission & gearcase

Gear ratio2,33:1
Propeller configurationMono-hélice
Counter-rotating dual propn/a
2-speed gearboxNo
Counter-rotating versionNo
Available shaftsL/X (20"/25")

Weight & footprint

Dry weight (transom load)162 kg (20")
Power-to-weight ratio0.56 hp/kg

Electrical charging

Alternator (max)35 A
Amps per horsepower0.39 A/hp

Control & integration

Digital throttle & shift (DBW)No
ControlCommande à distance
Steeringn/a
Power steeringNo
Docking joystickNo
GPS position holdNo
Direct injectionNo
VTEC (variable timing)No

Cost & warranty

Public pricen/a
Cost per horsepowern/a
Base warranty2 years
Maximum warranty (conditional)3 years

Operation & compliance

Emissions standardRCD

Head to head with its direct rivals

Prices, warranties and test conditions are not harmonised. They remain visible but do not determine strengths or rankings.

Side-by-side figures for the F90 against Mercury FourStroke 90 · Parsun F90 EFI · Suzuki DF90A, on the criteria that drive the purchase.

CriterionF90Mercury FourStroke 90Parsun F90 EFISuzuki DF90A
Power hp90909090
Dry weight kg162164183156
Power / weight hp/kg0.560.550.490.58
Alternator output A3535n/a27
Base warranty years2225

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