Is Evinrude better than mercury?

The answers to these questions can make all the difference when picking Mercury Optimax vs. Evinrude. The Evinrude is known for running cleanly and more efficiently. That means over time, you’ll get more bang for your buck while traveling long distances.

Are Evinrude Etecs good motors?

Not great, but very, very good. For the most part, the engine has always started reliably, and runs like a clock. Over the last 10 years, we’ve only had two problems that can be attributed to manufacturing or design issues: One fuel injector failed under warranty.

How long do Evinrude ETEC engines last?

Generally they saw about 800 hours. So for the last four years they have been replacing those etecs with Yamaha 4 strokes and are having great results (no issues).

How long will a 2 stroke outboard last?

A typical two-stroke or four-stroke outboard engine should provide 1,500 hours of run time. Based on the average use of 200 hours per year, this will last 7-8 years. However, changing your oil every 50 hours of operation and regularly flushing the engine can see your outboard engine last 10 to 20 years.

What really killed Evinrude?

“Fortunately, Mercury pursued four-strokes and executed brilliantly. BRP stuck with two-strokes. That difference in choices is—in my opinion—what killed the Johnson brand a while back and hurt Evinrude irreparably today. COVID-19 is just the final nail.”

Is Evinrude going out of business?

The first outboard brand — founded 113 years ago by Ole Evinrude— is no more. Bombardier Recreational Products announced that they would cease production of all Evinrude outboards, and their Sturtevant, Wis., facility will shift to pursue new projects related to BRP’s boat holdings.

Is Evinrude closing down?

BRP announced today it will discontinue production of Evinrude E-TEC and E-TEC G2 outboard engines and will re-orientate its marine business by focusing on the growth of its boat brands with new technology and innovative marine products.

Is a 4 stroke outboard better than a 2-stroke?

The fuel efficiency of a 4-stroke motor can be 50% better than that of a 2-stroke motor with the same HP. As for environmental concerns, 4 stroke outboards produce far less harmful emissions, which can be as much as 90% cleaner than those from a similar sized 2-stroke motor.