If you are considering upgrading any of your boating outboard motors, then you may be wondering where to start. In most cases, you will likely just replace the current motor with an upgraded option from the same line. However, this may not be the ideal option for you and your boat. Here are some tips for choosing the right outboard motors for your boat and getting the one that works best for you.

Fuel Injection 

One of the key points to consider with choosing the right on. You will need to decide the fuel injection. You will need to decide which fuel injection system you need. This can be based on the make and model of your boat, but also on other factors. You will have three main fuel injection types to choose from. The first is DFI. This type of fuel injection is done directly into the cylinders. The EFI type of fuel injection is an electrical based system that handles both the fuel and air. Carbureted is the most common type of fuel injection system and likely the one that you currently have in place on your boat.

Horsepower Concerns

Once you have decided on the fuel injection system you are looking for with your outboard motors, the next step is to look at horsepower. The horsepower will depend greatly on the size of the boat you have. For example, boats that are larger than 25 feet need an engine ranging up to 300 horsepower. Smaller boats, like small fishing boats, can operate with 10 or less horsepower. If you have a boat that falls somewhere in the middle, you may want to ask for assistance in choosing the right horsepower since too much could lead to motor burnout or issues with other aspects of the boat operation.

Maintenance Options

The ongoing maintenance and upkeep of the outboard motors you choose can differ greatly. You will need to do some research to choose what type of maintenance options are ones you are willing to take. For example, you may find that some outboard motors have high maintenance costs due to their make and model. You may also find that similar makes and models have very little maintenance and need typical servicing once a season.

These are just a few of the tips that can help you choose the right outboard motors for your boat. If you are ready to begin narrowing down your choices, contact your local outboard motors dealer today. They can help with pricing, questions and with installation issues as well.