Yamaha F9.9 Portable Outboard Motor 2024 – 9.9HP Four Stroke

Yamaha F9.9 2024: The Benchmark 9.9HP Portable and Kicker

The 2024 Yamaha F9.9 is one of the most popular portable outboards in America — a 212cc SOHC two-cylinder four stroke producing 9.9HP while weighing under 90 lbs, one of the most impressive power-to-weight ratios in its class. It offers the choice of manual or electric start, an optional power tilt, forward-mounted controls, and a shorter tiller handle that folds tight to the cowl for stable storage. An acceleration pump gives crisp throttle response, while the intake silencer and streamlined manifold keep noise low. Auto decompression makes pull-starting light. The platform is so popular Yamaha also builds a high-thrust T9.9 variant favored as a kicker on multi-species boats. It’s the anchor of the 9.9HP outboard class.

Key Features (2024 Model Year)

• 212cc SOHC twin-cylinder four stroke — smooth, quiet, torque-rich
• Under 90 lbs — exceptional power-to-weight
• Manual or electric start options — plus optional power tilt
• Acceleration pump — responsive throttle for quick planing
• Short fold-flat tiller — comfort and compact storage
• 6-amp alternator, F-N-R shift, carrying handles, on-side storage

Specifications

• Engine Type: 2-cylinder, SOHC four stroke, carbureted
• Displacement: 212cc
• Horsepower: 9.9 HP
• Starting: Manual (recoil, auto decompression) or Electric
• Controls: Tiller, forward-mounted shift, F-N-R
• Tilt: Manual (power tilt optional)
• Shaft Length: 15″ (S) / 20″ (L)
• Alternator: 6 Amp
• Fuel: Unleaded gasoline, minimum 87 octane
• Dry Weight: Under 90 lbs

Benefits

The F9.9 hits the legal or practical HP limit on countless lakes and boats while staying genuinely portable. Twin-cylinder smoothness makes it a superb troller, electric start removes cold-morning effort, and its kicker pedigree means proven reliability at low RPM for hours on end.

Applications

14–16 ft jon boats and aluminum fishing boats, kicker/trolling duty on walleye and multi-species boats, inflatables, tenders, and sailboat auxiliary power. Save money on the same block with the Yamaha F8 2024, or step up to the Yamaha F15 2024.

Compare Model Years

See the F9.9 2025 and F9.9 2026, all Yamaha Outboards, or the Yamaha brand guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Yamaha F9.9 come with electric start?

Yes — the F9.9 is available with either manual or electric start, and optional power tilt.

How much does the F9.9 weigh?

Under 90 lbs — outstanding for a twin-cylinder 9.9HP four stroke.

Is the F9.9 a good kicker motor?

Yes — it’s one of the most popular kickers in the USA, and Yamaha even offers a dedicated high-thrust T9.9 variant.

What’s the difference between the F8 and F9.9?

Same 212cc twin platform; the F9.9 makes more power and adds electric-start and power-tilt options.