2017 Yamaha F8 F8LMHB Outboard Motor

For those who want power, performance and portability

The sun just broke the horizon, but your day began hours ago—the second you started your trusty Yamaha Portable. Maybe you’re skimming the marsh in a jon boat during duck season, pushing a sailboat ‘til the wind kicks up or hopping to the cuddy on a tender. Wherever the day takes you, these nimble, lightweight, efficient portables are up for the ride. Available in a range of horsepower from the F20, to the F2.5, including the redesigned F8 with 7.5 percent more displacement, these 1- or 2-cylinder dynamos provide big performance in streamlined designs.

Key Features

• SOHC
• Labyrinth Exhaust
• Long Span Mounting System
• Four Stroke Engine Design
• Tuned Intake Manifold
• Oil Separator
• Streamlined Gearcase
• Dynamic Balancer
• California C.A.R.B. Ultra Low Emissions 3 Star Rating
• Engine Warning System Function
• Thermostatic Controlled Engine Temperature
• Wet Sump Lubrication
• 5-Step Anti-Corrosion Paint Process
• Stainless Steel Driveshaft, Prop Shaft, Shift Shaft and Steering Tube
• CDI Microcomputer

Specifications

• Year 2017
• Manufacturer Yamaha Marine
• Model Name F8
• Trim Name F8LMHB
• Generic Type (Primary) Four Stroke
• Engine
• Engine Type 2 Cylinder
• Engine Power 8 hp @ 5500 rpm
• Alternator (Output): 6A
• Displacement 12.0 ci (197 cc)
• Gear Ratio (Primary) (27:13) 2.08:1
• Lubrication Wet sump
• Fuel Type Induction: SOHC
• Ignition System: CDI Micro Computer
• Oil Type (Recommended): Yamalube® 4M (See owner’s manual)
• Fuel Type (Recommended): Regular Unleaded (Minimum Pump Octane 87)
• Fuel Type (Recommended Filtration): Yamaha Mini 10-Micron Fuel/Water Separating Filter (external)
• Capacities
• Oil capacity 0.8L (0.85 qt)
• Spark Plug
• Spark Plug BR6HS-1000-000
• Range
• Note Full Throttle RPM Range: 5000-6000
• Dimensions
• Length Shaft: L=20″
• Bore 2.20 in. (56 mm)
• Stroke 1.57 in. (40 mm)
• Weights
• Dry Weight F8LMHB = 39kg (89lbs)
• Weight Spec: 4 lbs
• Features
• Starter Manual
• Note Mounting Centers: 28.6″
• Note Ethanol Blend Limit: 10% Maximum
• Steering Angle (Maximun): 45° from center, either direction
• Features Degree of Tilt: 78°, Degree of Trim: 4 positions
• Note Gear Shift: Forward, Neutral, Reverse
• Cooling Water/Thermostatic Control
• Features C.A.R.B. Rating: 3 Star
• Exhaust Through Propeller
• Intake Design Carburetor
• Compression Ratio 8.8:1
• Warranty
• Warranty 3 Year Limited Pleasure Boat – 1 Year Limited Commercial