What kind of speed to expect?

[stratosfear201]

I just bought a 1988 Stratos 201 with a 200 johnson motor. What kind of speeds should I expect? I do not have a gps yet, and I have not even been on the water with it yet.

[lkhartwl]

as most will tell you it depends on set up, jack plate prop and load but usual for the year and motor is low to mid 60's

[hardestyeric]

I have a 1989 201 w/ a 200, 6" jp, and 25 Gade. I don't have a GPS but I would guess I'm in the low 60's. The prop had a little extra rake added which I don't think is helping. I'm only spinning it to around 51-5200. I need to get it over to Mark and have it worked. The motor is old and tired and the boat is old and heavy.
Eric H.

[fishumup]

I have a 97 201 225johnson 24rake 6"jackplate 1.25" off plate. I only get about 64gps. I have a better prop to try but havent had time to get to the store to buy the conversion piece I need. Hoping I can get to high 60's with it, but with a full tank, lots of tackle, partner in boat and kitchen sink in every locker , that will probably be my max.