Looking at the 200 hp v6. Going to repower my 518 ranger when I decide which one. Can anybody tell me something about this motor thx
Looking at the 200 hp v6. Going to repower my 518 ranger when I decide which one. Can anybody tell me something about this motor thx
I have found any Honda engine to be bullet proof.
Not for speed but will not let you down.
The motor is about a 100 lbs heavier than the others.
Super quiet, very smooth power band. Oil change is easy. I guess it is good on fuel. It's just not something I worry about. I have been more than pleased with mine. Got any more questions pm your # and I will give ya a call
Ranger 619 * Honda 200* Minn Kota* Humminbird *Garmin
Fenwick *Abu Garcia
Friend of mine got one last year on a used rig be bought. It's been a good motor so far, but the one time he needed a dealer, he had to drive a ways.
based off of the 2.4 car engine I believe super reliable
2022 z519 cup 225 merc 4s ser # 3B210484. 2--hds12 live units. 2 poles, atlas plate, ghost, hamby's, active target, merc digital gauges
2002 basscat pantera 3 (dad bought new) sold 8-2-22
2000 stratos 20 ss (bought new) 200 hp Rude ficht great boat/motor sold 11-21
pulled by a 2500HD Denali
proud dad of an ARMY Captain
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The Japanese have the small engine reliability down, but I’d be concerned about the availability of qualified mechanics when it comes to the new comers in outboards.
Great motors - not the fastest by absolutely reliable.
I think it might be over the weight rating for your boat depending on year.
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They are great motors but good luck trying to find someone to work on them.
I repowered a 620VS with the 250hp. First season went great. Super easy to do annual service on. If your boat isn’t a wide body designed for a heavier engine you may not have great results. No shortage of dealers to get service needed around here.
Very slow, 8-10 MPH slower than the same HP Yamaha or Mercury on the same boat. I would go with a 200 Yamaha SHO if you want power, speed and reliability.
I'd go with what brand your closest trusted dealer carries.
My boat is not 8 to 10 mph slower with a Honda.
Ranger 619 * Honda 200* Minn Kota* Humminbird *Garmin
Fenwick *Abu Garcia
You are probably right, you have a deep V not a bass boat. I should have specified that but I thought that was a given since this is Bass Boat Central. Hondas are fine for that type of boat since they don't run that fast anyway.
Surprised Honda hasn’t come out with a 250 to get into the bass boat market
2022 z519 cup 225 merc 4s ser # 3B210484. 2--hds12 live units. 2 poles, atlas plate, ghost, hamby's, active target, merc digital gauges
2002 basscat pantera 3 (dad bought new) sold 8-2-22
2000 stratos 20 ss (bought new) 200 hp Rude ficht great boat/motor sold 11-21
pulled by a 2500HD Denali
proud dad of an ARMY Captain
MAGA
ASE/GM Master tech before tools
I would have chosen Honda or Suzuki for my own boat if given the choice. Never had a second's trouble out of my newer Mercury in 7 years (bought new) and I'm sure my Yamaha will be just as reliable but I'll choose supposed reliability over a couple extra mph every day of the week.
2023 Xpress H18 with 115 SHO and Powertech NRS4 21p
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Pulled by a 2016 single cab HEMI Ram
Treat others like you want to be treated when on the water EVEN WHEN IN A TOURNAMENT! No fish is worth having a confrontation because you cut someone off or came in on top of someone.
There's a reason for so few mechanics. They don't break. I've got a friend that had 2 boats with 250's on them and all he did was change the oil. I'd own one if I was in the market for a new motor.
2001 ChampioN 206 Yamaha 225
Appreciate everyone’s reply. Going to get a sho
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