My honest take on the Yamaha 4 stroke 4hp outboard

I've spent plenty of time on the water, and the yamaha 4 stroke 4hp has always been one of those motors that just works when you need it to. If you're looking for something to power a small tender, a little inflatable, or maybe a square-stern canoe, this specific engine usually ends up at the top of the list for a reason. It's not the most powerful thing in the world—obviously, it's a 4hp—but it strikes a really nice balance between being portable and actually having enough "grunt" to move you against a bit of current. ...

April 23, 2026 · 7 min · Erica Ortiz