$2,450.00
The 2024 Tohatsu MFS9.8 is the top tune of the 209cc twin — one of the lightest outboards in its class, with F-N-R gearing and a Sail Pro variant. In stock and ready to ship.
Tohatsu MFS9.8 2024: Light Weight, Big Reputation
The 2024 Tohatsu MFS9.8 is the strongest tune of Tohatsu’s 209cc (12.8 cu in) two-cylinder four stroke, producing 9.8 HP (7.2 kW) across a 5,000–6,000 rpm range. Tohatsu builds the MFS8 and MFS9.8 among the lightest outboards in their class, which is exactly why they’ve become such favorites for sailboat auxiliaries and kicker brackets where every pound on the transom counts. Full Forward-Neutral-Reverse gearing on a 2.08:1 ratio, manual or electric start, shallow water drive, and a dedicated Sail Pro variant with extra-long shaft and high-thrust propeller round out one of the most respected engines in the 9.9HP outboard class.
Key Features (2024)
- 209cc two-cylinder four stroke — 9.8 HP top tune
- Among the lightest outboards in its class
- Sail Pro variant — extra-long shaft, high-thrust prop
- F-N-R gearing; 2.08:1 ratio; manual or electric start
Specifications
- Engine: 2-cylinder four stroke, 209cc (12.8 cu in)
- Bore x Stroke: 55 x 44 mm (2.17 x 1.73 in)
- Horsepower: 9.8 HP (7.2 kW)
- Max Operating Range: 5,000–6,000 rpm
- Starting: Manual or Electric
- Gearshift: Forward-Neutral-Reverse; ratio 2.08:1
- Steering: Tiller
- Fuel: Separate tank, 87 octane unleaded
- Shaft: 15″ (S) / 20″ (L); extra-long on Sail Pro
Benefits & Applications
A perennial choice for sailors and kicker users precisely because of its power-to-weight ratio — also excellent on 12–15 ft aluminum boats, tenders, and HP-restricted lakes. Rivals: Yamaha F9.9 2024, Suzuki DF9.9B 2024, Honda BF10 2024. EFI upgrade: Tohatsu MFS15 EFI 2024.
Compare Model Years
See the MFS9.8 2025 and MFS9.8 2026, all Tohatsu Outboards, or the Tohatsu brand guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the Tohatsu MFS9.8 so popular with sailors?
It’s among the lightest outboards in its class, which matters enormously on a sailboat transom or stern rail, and the Sail Pro variant adds an extra-long shaft and high-thrust propeller.
Why 9.8 HP instead of 9.9?
Tohatsu rates this engine at 9.8 HP (7.2 kW); it still qualifies under most 10 HP restrictions on horsepower-limited lakes.
Is it the same engine as the MFS8?
Yes — the same 209cc twin, tuned for maximum output.
| Brand | Tohatsu |
|---|---|
| Model | MFS9.8 |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Horsepower | 9.8 HP |
| Engine Type | 2-Cylinder Four Stroke, 209cc |
| Starting System | Manual or Electric |
| Shaft Length | 15" (S) / 20" (L) |
| Steering | Tiller, F-N-R |
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