Yamaha F6 2026: The Newest 6HP in Yamaha’s Featherweight Class
The 2026 Yamaha F6 is the latest factory release of Yamaha’s most powerful lightweight portable: 6HP at 5,500 rpm from the 139cc single-cylinder OHV four stroke, at a dry weight of just 59 lbs (15″ shaft; 20″ available). Its labyrinth exhaust and long span mounting system keep power delivery smooth and quiet, while the tiller offers Forward-Neutral-Reverse shifting, 180° steering, and a balanced twist-grip throttle. Built-in fuel tank plus an external tank connection give it genuine all-day range, and the decompression-assisted recoil starter with start-in-gear prevention makes it easy and safe to fire up. If you want the newest, strongest engine before Yamaha’s bigger F8 platform, this is the one in the small horsepower class.
Key Features of the Yamaha F6 (2026 Model Year)
- 139cc OHV single-cylinder four stroke — 6HP at 5,500 rpm, class-leading power-to-weight
- 59 lbs dry (15″ shaft) — one-person carry with built-in handles and resting pads
- Labyrinth exhaust + long span mounting — refined, quiet power delivery
- F-N-R gear shifting — genuine reverse with 180° steering
- Dual fuel capability — built-in tank plus external tank connection for extended range
- Decompression-assisted manual start — with start-in-gear prevention
- 6-amp alternator output — battery charging via optional kit
- Easy Storage Oil Retention System, CARB 3-Star — leak-free storage, 50-state legal
Specifications
- Engine Type: 1-cylinder, OHV four stroke, carbureted
- Displacement: 139cc
- Horsepower: 6 HP at 5,500 rpm
- Full Throttle RPM Range: 4,500–5,500
- Starting: Manual (recoil) with decompression device
- Steering: Tiller, 180°, twist-grip throttle, F-N-R shift
- Shaft Length: 15″ (S) / 20″ (L)
- Fuel: Unleaded gasoline, minimum 87 octane
- Fuel Tank: Internal tank + external tank compatible
- Alternator: 6 Amp at W.O.T. (charging kit sold separately)
- Ignition: CDI
- Dry Weight: From 59 lbs
Benefits
Buying the 2026 model gets you the freshest factory build of a proven design: enough thrust to plane light boats and fight current, quiet-tuned exhaust for pleasant long days, dual-tank flexibility for marina hops or full fishing days, and a weight that one person can manage from truck bed to transom.
Applications
10–14 ft jon boats and aluminum skiffs, larger RIBs and tenders, duck boats, and sailboat auxiliary power (20″ shaft). Want electric start and a bigger block? Step to the Yamaha F8 2026. Same weight, lower cost? The Yamaha F4 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the 2026 Yamaha F6?
The 2026 Yamaha F6 is priced at $2,200 and is in stock.
What’s the F6 2026’s weight?
From 59 lbs dry (15″ shaft) — remarkably light for a 6HP four stroke.
Does it have reverse gear?
Yes — full Forward-Neutral-Reverse shifting with 180° steering.
Can it use an external fuel tank?
Yes — the F6 pairs its built-in tank with an external tank connection for extended range.
F6 or F8 — which do I need?
The F6 maximizes portability at 59 lbs with manual start. The F8 steps up to a larger twin-cylinder platform with more torque — better for heavier boats, at more weight and cost.



