INFLATABLE BOAT ⎸ What MOTOR should I BUY?

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A common question we get asked is what motor do I pair with my inflatable boat?
Stryker LX Series
(Ideal for 2-3 people)
LX 250 pairs well with a Mercury 6hp
LX 270 pairs well with a Mercury 9.9-15hp
LX 320 pairs well with a Mercury 9.9-15hp
Great performance for 2-3 people. If you are putting 4 +people plus gear, you will want to look at a 15hp for a LX 270 and 320.
If you aren't getting your boat up on plane, you will be pushing water and using more fuel and energy to move your boat. You will use a significant amount of fuel to get up on plane, break the surface tension in the water as you start to gain momentum cutting the water. If you have the right amount of power to get your boat up on plane, you will be getting the absolute best performance out on the water. Your going to get to where you want to go much quicker plus all around your going to have a really nice time with the boat properly set up.
Stryker LX Series
(Ideal for 2-3 people)
Stryker LX 360 pairs well with a Mercury 20hp
Stryker LX 380 pairs well with a Mercury 20hp
Stryker LX 420 pairs well with a Mercury 20hp
Stryker HD 380 pairs well with a Mercury 20hp
Stryker HD 420 pairs well with a Mercury 20-30hp
Stryker PRO 380 pairs well with a Mercury 20hp
STRYKER PRO 420 pairs well with a Mercury 20-30hp
A Mercury 30 hp is ideal for 4-6 people plus gear.
The reason why we love the Mercury 20hp is it's incredibly lightweight, under 100lbs. It's incredibly fuel efficient, fuel injected rather than carbonated, you get a lot of bang for your buck. There is a ton of horsepower delivered to the prop.
The Mercury 20hp is lightweight, easy to use, a motor we can't say enough good things about. Performance is at the thrust of the throttle!
Motors in the last few years have been a great investment. They have held their value extremely well. They come with a 5 year warranty, that gives you peace of mind knowing that your investment is protected.
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@user-og1wr9fp5i Жыл бұрын

That is a simple answer. Anything up to what the manufacture recommends! That's it!

@StrykerInflatableBoats Жыл бұрын

Great advice ⚓️🛟

@brandonc808 9 ай бұрын

I just put a Honda 20hp on my 12 foot inflatable. Super quiet and reliable so far. Top speed of 22mph with two people in the boat.

@grahamsuttie4135 2 ай бұрын

@aaaaaa

@richgran 3 ай бұрын

This was HELPFUL thanks

@StrykerInflatableBoats 3 ай бұрын

Glad it helped

@jonstokes5708 9 ай бұрын

Got a 5hp propane and really wish I had a 9.9, I love the advantages of not having a carb with propane but I need more power.

@muhammadarsyadsyarief8346 23 күн бұрын

Very interesting, I hope I can buy it too one day if I have the luck

@Bald-eagle-tribe 5 ай бұрын

Hi boss, 20 hp motor may let 420 boat on planing? what is the minimun speed reqired for 420 boat on planing? thanks!😀👍

@matthewhoopes4440 Жыл бұрын

I bought a 12 ft Saturn. Was planning on the 9.9 tohatsu. But, work a couple days overtime and sprang for the 20hp. So glad I did. Same weight/size as the 9.9 but twice the hp!

@StrykerInflatableBoats Жыл бұрын

We love the 20s!

@claytonburch5181 2 ай бұрын

Same motor different computer and restriction plate

@jccoffey23 Жыл бұрын

Awesome thanks for your input Love the boats 🚢

@StrykerInflatableBoats Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your continued support!

@panvav4567 Жыл бұрын

Good day! Can you pls advise what lenght of engine shaft is required for 420 pro model? Long or short shaft engine? Thanks in advance!

@StrykerInflatableBoats Жыл бұрын

Our PRO models require 20"shaft

@CyberOakEMpiRE Жыл бұрын

I really had fun with my 320pro combined with a 9.9 this summer it was really awesome, although if i could start over i would definitivly put a 15 or 20hp on it cause the minute there is wave its really hard to get on plane, or with 3 adults on board a 9.9 is just not enough

@sharonbraselton4302 Жыл бұрын

20 hp eltric

@jacobbrown9753 Жыл бұрын

I did a little research apparently you can buy a 15hp carb to upgrade the 9.9 to 15, just a thought and could save you a little money

@sharonbraselton4302 Жыл бұрын

@@jacobbrown9753 yes çarb ñot ónly upgràde hoghh hp biger àltrrnafye 10 amp 22 volest 12⁰ watts plus 15 amps 12 volrs 160 watß alteeñer 20 amps 22 volts 240 watrßß

@TheDoug9901 8 ай бұрын

Tobin boat 9.9 2 stroke

@nathanjohnson3668 5 ай бұрын

For fishing is a 25 hp merc prokicker preferred for better trolling gearing and enough motor to scoot around on a 420/470? Or can you troll pretty good with the normal 25hp merc? Thinking of trolling in ocean for salmon and lakes for trout with downrigger set ups.

@StrykerInflatableBoats 5 ай бұрын

In our experience the pro kicker is not what you want as your main motor. They are designed to push large boats around as an auxiliary motor. I’d stick with with the 25hp standard motor IMO

@Mike61259 Күн бұрын

9hp is more than enough for me.

@ricardovicente9300 Жыл бұрын

tell me i am think buy a quicksilver 420 hd sport normal is just for me and sometime can get a friend for fishing and i dunno is mercury 4 stroke 15cv its oki or 20cv ? what is ur opinion have much diferente one 15cv for 20cv ?

@StrykerInflatableBoats Жыл бұрын

Hi Ricardo, I’m not familiar with that boat. I’d suggest reaching out to quicksilver for an accurate response. Good luck💯⚓️

@ReviewsBuster57 Жыл бұрын

Hello Sir! I have a Inflatable 12.6 Ft, I am wandering? if I buy the 9.9 outboard motor it is going to be good for my Inflatable? it is going to be only 2 people on the boat, i will be fishing in the ocean in Florida, I will thank you for your expertise on this little matter, and please have a good day Sincerely Max.

@StrykerInflatableBoats Жыл бұрын

Hi Max, do you own a Stryker? If so, is it our new hull design? Our new 12.5ft boats work very well with a 9.9, most boats in this size range do not however. If it’s not a stryker, it’s really hard to say.

@jgbelmont 12 күн бұрын

20hp yamaha

@scottengh1175 Жыл бұрын

In Minnesota, we are not allowed to sit on the tube with motor running. What models work best for small boat?

@StrykerInflatableBoats Жыл бұрын

Interesting and good to know. All depends on size of boat and your own capabilities. Up to 6HP usually have built in fuel tank which make them convenient and on the lighter side. More HP = heavier.

@Sea-Bass 11 ай бұрын

I think if you look deep enough into it, that would every state that would have that rule. It’s technically sitting on the gunwale.

@railroadweasel Ай бұрын

@@Sea-Bass Correct. I've been running INMAR inflatables in Minnesota since 2011 and you can sit on the tubes because they are designed for it. The 2024 reg book reads as follows: To ride or sit on the gunwales, bow, transom, or decking over the bow, sides or stern of any motorboat while underway, unless it is equipped with an adequate railing. It is also illegal to operate a motorboat while any person is riding or sitting in a manner as just listed. The tubes are themselves are an 'adequate' railing.

@Sea-Bass Ай бұрын

@@railroadweasel good to know, Maybe you can answer my rescue stations next question. We have had an inflatable that is at least 20 years old, it never gets used, and we don’t keep it inflated. Is there an expectation or a life expectancy to where you shouldn’t use it on a rescue or recovery? Thanks.

@JohnHenry2420 Жыл бұрын

Think its made by Tohatsu Looks like my 20 Tohatsu i just bought EFI ...no carb

@StrykerInflatableBoats Жыл бұрын

Hi John, Mercury is owned by Tohatsu, anything under 30HP is a rebranded Tohatsu outboard.

@edgars00789 Жыл бұрын

I wish I could win one

@TheDoug9901 8 ай бұрын

Merc 25hp 2 stroke on a Mercury RIB is what I ran

@StrykerInflatableBoats 7 ай бұрын

outstanding outboard!

@mannyarnan8394 Жыл бұрын

How much is mercury 30hp engine

@StrykerInflatableBoats Жыл бұрын

Start around $6700CAD.

@sharonbraselton4302 Жыл бұрын

whats ho yabmra duse propàn outvard

@jonwallace7015 Жыл бұрын

Arses would put a whacking great big horse's power on it .

@StrykerInflatableBoats Жыл бұрын

Always check your local regulations!

@rikutaskinen5432 Жыл бұрын

Are you from Canada?

@StrykerInflatableBoats Жыл бұрын

🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦 yes!

@alexneamah4188 Жыл бұрын

His 100% accurate

@StrykerInflatableBoats Жыл бұрын

⚓

@windquest44 Жыл бұрын

The Mercury is a Tohatsu buy the Tohatsu get longer warranty and 20% less money

@ctdvargas Жыл бұрын

so true my friend, so true

@sharonbraselton4302 Жыл бұрын

wrong

@montyspearo Ай бұрын

Not all small Mercury's are rebranded Tohatsu, check specifications especially CC. If same motor then buy one which ever on is cheapest, wouldn't worry about extra warranty shouldn't need it if made by Tohatsu.

@sharonbraselton4302 Жыл бұрын

yanmar dusel outvard

@ZoranBerntsson Жыл бұрын

lay off the bottle sharon

@joenic4303 6 ай бұрын

What people call depreciating items 'investments'?

@StrykerInflatableBoats 6 ай бұрын

Lol…at the current rate of inflation almost everyone who purchased toys in the last few years have already made money on their investment. Another way to look at it is your investing in your life. Typically people who make comments like yours only consider the fiscal aspect of a purchase. This is a very small ‘investment’ in the grand scheme of things considering what it’s able to offer you and your family. 😎⚓️

@joenic4303 6 ай бұрын

@StrykerInflatableBoats I guess I would never say what I wrote to you in face 2 face conversation because it would be rude, so should act no different here. This is an apology. I like your boats very much, to be clear.

@StrykerInflatableBoats 6 ай бұрын

@@joenic4303 thanks Joe, that is very much appreciated! I use the term investment loosely as generally I am referring to the investment you are making in your life. I see boats out there that people spend 100’s of thousands on and the reality is, a small boat like ours will bring you much more enjoyment on the water for very small investment, making this a sound choice for your finances 💯😎

@montyspearo Ай бұрын

They are more an investment in your well being, hard to put $$$ on enjoyment they give.

@smannee Жыл бұрын

A yamaha

@StrykerInflatableBoats Жыл бұрын

Definitely an option. The last Yamaha I owned was a brand new 2017. Blew up with 25 hrs on it. Could have been a one off, but ruined my season

@smannee Жыл бұрын

@@StrykerInflatableBoats sorry to hear about the 25hp. It was probably a fourstroke. Hahaha.

@StrykerInflatableBoats Жыл бұрын

@@smannee yup, it was. Overcooled itself. Known issue apparently. Took forever to get warranty

@smannee Жыл бұрын

@@StrykerInflatableBoats I just bought a new 25 enduro (2 stroker/smoker) . Just concluded the break in. Those things run forever. The Somali pirates use them. Hahaha

@StrykerInflatableBoats Жыл бұрын

@@smannee awesome! If those were available in canada I’d have a whole stable of them! Enjoy your new outboard and happy new year 💯🎉🍻

@billhelentedford7280 Жыл бұрын

Why do so many people including this person, sit on the wrong side to operate an outboard motor. Do they not realize that the tiller is placed in the position it is to facilitate turning AND the torque of the prop tends to twist the boat to the right. Sitting on the right side allows you to properly control and turn the motor as well as offset the torque created. Hard for me to take this person seriously when I see this kind of mistake. Unbelievable.

@StrykerInflatableBoats Жыл бұрын

Hey guys, I personally prefer to sit on the port side as I also spend the other half of my time on a motorcycle. Using the tiller with my right arm feels much more natural as it’s also my throttle arm. I also have fairly serious nerve injury in my left arm, and personally it just feels much more comfortable in this position. All major brands of outboards have now positioned the tiller in the center to allow the operation to be equal for either side of operation. The torque behind the tiller is nothing to lose sleep over. Never had an issue with any size tiller in the slightest. Believe it. 💯😎⚓️

@montyspearo Жыл бұрын

When sitting port pontoon on wider boats tiller is to far away. There shouldn't be any noticable torque from motor on tiller if skeg (anode) is set to right angle. If operating from pontoon highly recommend bolting foot strap from windsurfer to floor. Before fitting foot strap I put lanyard and kill switch to test once.

@TheKetamineSquid 4 ай бұрын

i worked in surf rescue for a few years, and i always sit on the port side, simply as a safety thing. turning your wrist towards yourself is a far more natural motion than turning away from yourself. if you hit a big wave, you'll take it back down to idle rather than redline. each to his own though. because of the amount of practice i have sitting on the port side, i'll only ever sit on the port side.

@garymccluskey7302 3 ай бұрын

Because left arm is 50% of right arms ability. 3 motorcycle crashes plenty of physical whole body damage..but I do once in a while use left arm to operate the tiller as long as I'm not around people and not 100% full throttle

@stevewilson3139 3 ай бұрын

Bad advice

@StrykerInflatableBoats 3 ай бұрын

On what steve?

@gaycha6589 Жыл бұрын

the Tohatsu and Mercury outboards are identical. Furthermore the 9.9/15/20 hp variants are also all identical in weight and CC capacity. 20hp every time

@StrykerInflatableBoats Жыл бұрын

Hi, the internals in the EFI 9.9,15,20hp are identical between the Tohatsu and Mercury. The Mercury has a much nicer fit and finish akd tiller handle that is way nicer and centered and allows for much better operator configuration. The Mercury non EFI 9.9 and Tohatsu 9.8 are essentially the same motor weighing in at 81 lbs. I agree completely with 20hp every time. Doesn’t make sense to leave 5hp on the table. 💯⚓️

@sharonbraselton4302 Жыл бұрын

20 hp eltric

@montyspearo Ай бұрын

Only time 9.9hp is right option is hp limits for some lakes.