175 HPDI or 175 Pro XS?

[evoxguy]

Hey guys need some input here to help me make a decision...

I'm buying a new Skeeter ZX190 with a 175 on it but I can't decide if I want a Yammie or a Merc on it.

If you had a choice and the price was the same which would you choose and why?

[headhigh]

Not many Skeeters around with Merc's on them. Skeeter and Yamaha are owned by the same folks so unless you have a dealer that can order one with no motor and then install the Merc, you're probably going to have to get it with the HPDI.

[evoxguy]

Yeah I may buy both seperately and have the dealer rig the motor on it.

[Mercmonster]

IMO both are VERY good engines. If i was choosing between these two setups i would go pro xs to get the optimax fuel/oil economy. I think youll be happy either way.

[EuropeanAM]

I'd choose the ProXS... hands-down.

Of course, you DID ask this quesion on the Mercury Board.

[prepsdk]

I used to be a Yammie man, and still love the sweet sound of a Yammie

But after buying my first Optimax (150 Opti) 4 years ago I find myself getting more and more in love with them trip by trip. They are just awesome motors, both regarding power and fuel/oil consumption. But more important is the Mercury service, simply the best I have ever tried. Also parts availability is much better if you are capable of doing repairs yourself. SmartCraft is another great thing that makes Mercury motors special. I don't think I could ever live without

AND NOT TO FORGET !!!! Mercury has THE BEST tech in the US, MR. DON himself !!