Living with the Yamaha 90hp Two Stroke Outboard

If you've spent any time at a boat ramp or a coastal marina, you've definitely seen a yamaha 90hp two stroke outboard hanging off the back of a skiff, a RIB, or an older center console. It's one of those engines that earned a "bulletproof" reputation long ago and has managed to keep it, even as the world moves toward heavier, more complex four-stroke technology. There is something almost nostalgic about that classic silver cowling, but for those who still run them, it's not about nostalgia—it's about a power-to-weight ratio that's hard to beat. ...

May 11, 2026 · 7 min · Bobish Samantha.