Are you going out on the water with your boat soon and do you need a new outboard motor? At Outboard Occasions you will find new and second-hand outboard motors for different types of boats. The most common fuel tank for an outboard motor is gasoline. But electric is also becoming more and more popular. […]
An electric outboard motor is becoming increasingly popular. The difference with a gasoline engine is that an electric outboard motor runs on electricity instead of gasoline. The power is supplied by a battery. Although the speed and sailing time of an electric motor cannot yet match that of a petrol engine, there are many advantages to choosing […]
You want to store your outboard motor again after the sailing season has ended. Or you want to pick up your outboard motor again to use it. In both cases you must transport the outboard motor. But what is the safest way to do this? And how can you prevent that annoying fuel smell in […]
The sailing season is coming to an end and during the summer months you have been able to enjoy your boat and outboard motor. Time to prepare your outboard motor for winter. During the winter the outboard motor is used little or not at all, so it is wise to ensure that your motor survives […]
Don’t you have much money or do you not travel that much? Then it’s a shame to buy an expensive outboard motor. In that case, it is better to go for a more affordable outboard motor. There are plenty of these, but how do you find the best outboard motor without making a bad purchase? […]
Your outboard motor needs occasional maintenance. Maintenance is important to keep the engine running properly, to ensure safety and to extend the life of your outboard motor. Performing regular maintenance reduces the chance of problems. How often you need maintenance and which maintenance is best to perform depends on a number of aspects. When does […]
Most outboard motors have a 4-stroke combustion engine, especially when they are new. However, there are also outboard motors that have a 2-stroke combustion engine. What is the difference between a 2-stroke and 4-stroke engine and what are the advantages and disadvantages? What are the main differences between a 2-stroke and a 4-stroke outboard motor? […]
Trimming an outboard motor is a well-known phenomenon to adjust the position of the boat. This is mainly done to anticipate changing conditions on the water. But there are even more reasons for trimming your outboard motor. We list these reasons and explain how to trim the engine. Why trim outboard motor? Trimming the outboard […]
Every ship has a certain hull speed. This can be useful to know. You can also easily calculate it yourself. We are happy to explain more about the advantages and disadvantages of hull speed and how to calculate it. What is hull speed? Hull speed is the maximum speed at which a boat can sail […]
Do you have an inflatable boat that you want to enjoy sailing with during the summer months? Then it is important to have the right outboard motor. What should you consider when choosing the right outboard motor? We’ll explain it. Matching engine to your boat If you’re planning to purchase an inflatable boat and attach […]