Posted by mb466 on 04/22/11 - 9:35 AM
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As a F90 Yamaha four stoke owner with a 6hp kicker on my Montauk, be careful about how much weight is back there. I believe the F90 weighs in at 369lbs. With the kicker mounted, waves come right over the stern if you are not careful. I have 2 batteries in my console am considering moving my gas tank in front of the console.
I have gone through 3 different kicker engines to wind up with the 60 pounder (2010 Yamaha - 4 stroke) I have now. I cannot imagine adding another 45 pounds back there. Fortunately, with my quest for my ideal kicker engine, i managed to double my money on the 15hp (120lbs) and 9.9 (98lbs) Yamahas that didn't work out. Gotta love Craigsist!!!
The weight in the stern really changes the way that the boat handles.