Evinrude 105 HP Outboard for Sale: Powerful E-TEC Jet E105DJL for Shallow Rivers

If you run rivers, you already know a prop is a liability in skinny water. That’s why we’re glad to have an Evinrude 105 HP outboard for sale in stock right now. It’s the E-TEC Jet, model E105DJL, and it’s built for shallow rivers, rocky runs, and sandbars that would eat a lower unit. We’ve tested it in our shop and we ship it to buyers all over the world.

Jet outboards are a different animal from prop motors, so I’ve written this one out properly. Specs, how the jet works, which boats it suits, what to expect on the water, and how buying from us goes. Use the contents to skip to what matters to you.

Want to see the rest of the range first? Our Evinrude E-TEC outboard for sale guide lays out every size we have, with specs and prices side by side.

What This Motor Actually Is

The E105DJL is a 60 degree, 2.6 litre V6 E-TEC two-stroke with a jet pump bolted on instead of a propeller gearcase. The powerhead is the same basic V6 Evinrude used on its 150 HP prop motors. With the jet pump fitted, it delivers 105 horsepower at the pump. Jet drives always lose some power compared to a prop, which is why jet motors are rated this way.

So what you’re really getting with this Evinrude 105 HP outboard for sale is a big, torquey V6 feeding a pump that lets you run in inches of water. It’s electric start, power trim and tilt, remote steering, and a strong alternator. At the time of writing it’s listed at around $8,610.

Evinrude 105 HP Outboard for Sale: E105DJL Specifications

The weight is the number to look at twice. 427 pounds is a lot of motor, so your transom has to be rated for it. On the right sled though, that weight sits well and helps the boat stay planted in fast water.

How a Jet Outboard Works, in Plain Terms

A normal outboard spins a propeller that hangs well below the hull. A jet outboard has no prop hanging down. Instead, water is pulled up through an intake grate on the bottom of the pump, pushed through an impeller, and fired out the back as a high-speed stream. That stream is what moves the boat.

Because nothing hangs below the intake, the motor can be mounted so the pump sits roughly level with the bottom of the hull. Once the boat is on plane, it can run across water only a few inches deep. Hit a gravel bar and you’ll probably just skim over it, where a prop motor would have lost a skeg, a prop, or a whole lower unit.

Steering is done by the direction of the jet stream. Reverse comes from a bucket that drops over the nozzle and sends the water forward. It all works well, it just takes a little getting used to if you’ve only run props.

Why River Runners Want an Evinrude 105 HP Outboard for Sale

Jet pumps soak up power. The pump is less efficient than a prop, so a jet boat needs a motor with real torque, and it needs it low in the rev range. That’s exactly what a direct injection two-stroke V6 does well.

Owners of the E-TEC 105 Jet talk about the hole shot more than anything else. The boat jumps up and hooks up fast, which matters a lot when you’re launching into current or trying to get up on plane in shallow water before the bottom gets close. Many river guys say it’s the best-performing jet setup they’ve run.

Add in the no-oil-change design, clean running, and a big alternator for lights and electronics, and it’s easy to see why a good Evinrude 105 HP outboard for sale doesn’t hang around for long. Evinrude stopped building new motors in 2020, so the supply only gets smaller.

Which Boats Suit This Evinrude 105 HP Outboard for Sale?

This motor is meant for jet-friendly hulls. Before anything else, check your capacity plate for maximum horsepower and weight. The U.S. Coast Guard boating safety site explains these ratings clearly if you need a refresher.

Good matches:

• River sleds in the 18 to 20 foot range, especially with 74 to 82 inch bottoms
• Welded aluminum jet boats built for outboard jets
• Flat-bottom and shallow-V hulls used on rocky rivers
• Duck hunting and shallow marsh boats
• Guide boats working small and medium rivers

It is not the best choice for a deep-V offshore boat or a heavy pontoon. A prop motor will serve those better. If you’re not sure whether your hull suits a jet, send us the details and we’ll tell you honestly.

What to Expect on the River

Launching and hole shot. Strong. The torque of the V6 gets the boat on top quickly, which is what you want in shallow water.

Running shallow. Once on plane, a well-set-up sled can run water that would stop any prop boat. You still need to read the river, but you have far more room for error.

Upstream in current. Where the extra V6 grunt really pays off. It keeps pulling against current with a load aboard.

Low speed. Jets are a bit less precise at dead slow than props. You learn to use short bursts of throttle for steering. The E-TEC’s clean idle means it doesn’t load up while you’re working slowly.

Noise. Quieter than old carbureted jets, and no blue smoke.

Setting Up a Jet Outboard Properly

Jet performance lives or dies on setup. Get these right and the boat will fly. Get them wrong and it’ll cavitate and feel gutless.

• Mounting height. The front of the intake grate usually starts about level with the bottom of the hull. Then you raise or lower in small steps until the pump hooks up without cavitating in turns.
• Hull shape. A clean, flat area ahead of the intake helps the pump get solid water.
• Impeller clearance. The gap between the impeller and the liner should be tight. As the impeller edges wear from sand and gravel, performance drops. Shims let you close the gap back up.
• Grate. Keep the intake grate clear of weeds and debris.

We can give you starting advice for your hull when you buy an Evinrude 105 HP outboard for sale from us.

What We Check Before Any Evinrude 105 HP Outboard for Sale Ships

Every motor gets the same treatment before it goes in a crate:

1. Cold start and warm restart on the key.
2. Compression on all six cylinders, looking for an even spread.
3. Evinrude Diagnostics read for hours, faults, and usage history.
4. Cooling system and running temperature checked.
5. Jet pump inspected, including impeller edges, liner, and intake grate.
6. Reverse bucket and steering linkage checked for smooth movement.
7. Trim and tilt run through full travel, checked for leaks.
8. Visual check for corrosion, cracks, and wiring problems.

If we find something, we fix it or tell you before you pay.

Why Buy Your Evinrude 105 HP Outboard for Sale From Us

Tested motors only

We don’t list motors we haven’t run. You know what you’re getting.

Shipping worldwide

We send motors across North America, Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, Africa, the Middle East, and South America. River boaters in places like New Zealand, Scandinavia, and the Pacific Northwest all run jets, and we ship to all of them. The motor is crated properly and we quote shipping before you pay.

Real answers

Message us any time through our contact page. You can also read our customer reviews.

Fair pricing

Check the Evinrude 105HP E105DJL product page for today’s price. A new jet outboard in this class costs a lot more.

Other Evinrude Motors to Consider

If you need a prop motor instead of a jet, these are close in size:

• Evinrude 135HP E135HSL, same V6 family with a prop
• Evinrude 135HP E135HGL, graphite
• Evinrude E-TEC 90HP E90DSL
• Evinrude 40 HP E40DPJL, a smaller jet-capable motor

You’ll find this and every other Evinrude 105 HP outboard for sale on our Evinrude 105 HP category, and the whole range on the Evinrude outboards page.

Reading the E105DJL Model Code

• E Evinrude
• 105 horsepower at the pump
• D engine family
• J jet drive
• L 20 inch shaft

You’ll also see E105DPJL on some listings. The P points to the power trim version. When you’re comparing an Evinrude 105 HP outboard for sale from different sellers, the J is the letter that confirms it’s a jet.

Jet Outboard vs Prop Outboard

Where the jet wins

• Runs in very shallow water
• Much less damage risk from rocks and gravel
• No exposed prop, which is safer around people in the water
• Great for rivers, marshes, and flats

Where a prop wins

• More efficient, so better fuel economy and top speed for the same power
• Better low-speed control
• Better for deep water, open lakes, and offshore

If your water is shallow and rocky, the jet is the right tool. That’s who this Evinrude 105 HP outboard for sale is for.

Running Costs and Upkeep

Fuel. A jet always burns more fuel than a prop motor of similar size, since the pump is less efficient. Direct injection helps a lot compared to old carbureted jets.

Oil. The engine meters oil from a separate tank. No mixing, and no crankcase oil changes.

Pump wear. The impeller wears when you run over sand and gravel. Check the clearance regularly and shim it as needed. Replacement impellers are available.

Bearing grease. Jet pumps have a bearing that needs regular greasing. Many owners grease it after every trip, and it’s cheap insurance.

Maintenance Checklist for the E-TEC 105 Jet

1. Grease the pump bearing after each outing, or as often as the manual says for your use.
2. Check impeller clearance regularly and re-shim when it opens up.
3. Clear the intake grate of weeds and debris.
4. Use XD100 oil in the oil tank.
5. Flush with fresh water after brackish or salt use.
6. Keep fuel fresh and use a stabilizer if the boat sits.
7. Use auto winterization before storage.

BoatUS has plenty of general outboard care articles if you want more detail.

Who Buys Jet Motors From Us

River fishing guides. They run the same stretch of river day after day, often with clients aboard. They need a motor that starts every morning, pushes a loaded boat upstream, and doesn’t need an oil change every few weeks. The E-TEC Jet ticks those boxes.

Hunters. Duck and moose hunters run shallow backwaters and marshes where a prop is useless. A jet gets them further in, and the reliable electric start matters when it’s cold and dark.

Rescue and work crews. Some organizations run jet boats on flood-prone rivers. They value the strong alternator for lights and radios and the lack of an exposed prop around people in the water.

Overseas river communities. We ship jet motors to places where the river is the road. A tested Evinrude 105 HP outboard for sale from us, delivered to port, is often the only realistic way to get a motor like this in those areas.

Checklist for Any Used Evinrude 105 HP Outboard for Sale

If you’re shopping around, check these on any Evinrude 105 HP outboard for sale before handing over money:

• Diagnostic printout. Hours, how the motor was used, and stored faults.
• Compression. All six cylinders close together.
• Impeller condition. Rounded, chipped, or badly worn edges mean lost performance. It can be fixed, but factor the cost in.
• Liner wear. Deep grooves in the pump liner reduce performance even with a good impeller.
• Pump bearing. Ask how often it was greased. Spin it and listen for roughness.
• Reverse bucket. Should move freely and fully.
• Overheat history. Jets can suck sand into the cooling system. The log will show overheats.
• Test run. Easy start, steady idle, clean revs.

We go through all of this before we ship, so you don’t have to.

A Note on Tiller Jet Sleds

A lot of river anglers love tiller-steered sleds, since you can steer, throttle, and trim with one hand while reading the water. This particular motor is set up for remote steering, which suits sleds with a side console or center console. If you’re set on a tiller, message us before ordering so we can talk through options for your boat.

Parts and Support

Evinrude stopped producing outboards in 2020. BRP said it would keep supporting owners with parts and service, and the V6 powerhead in this motor shares a lot with Evinrude’s prop motors. Jet pump parts, impellers, liners, and grates are also available from specialist suppliers. For background on the brand, here’s a history of Evinrude outboard motors.

Ordering Your Evinrude 105 HP Outboard for Sale

1. Go to the E105DJL product page and add it to your cart, or message us first.
2. We confirm availability and quote shipping to you.
3. You pay at checkout.
4. We crate it and ship it, then send tracking.
5. You receive it, rig it, and get on the river.

Please read our refund and return policy and terms and conditions before ordering.

Shipping and customs

North American deliveries usually take about a week once it’s picked up. International orders usually go by sea to your nearest port, and air freight is available if you need it faster. Duties and taxes are set by your country. We supply the paperwork you need to clear customs.

FAQ About This Evinrude 105 HP Outboard for Sale

Is it really 105 HP?

It makes 105 HP at the jet pump. The V6 powerhead itself is the same family as Evinrude’s 150 HP prop motor, but the pump uses some of that power, which is normal for any jet outboard.

How shallow can it run?

On plane, a well-set-up sled can run in just a few inches of water. It depends on hull, load, and mounting height.

Can I convert it to a prop?

It’s set up as a jet. Converting is possible in principle but rarely worth it. If you need a prop motor, look at our 135 HP V6 instead.

Is it a tiller or remote motor?

This one is remote steering.

Do you ship the Evinrude 105 HP outboard for sale overseas?

Yes, worldwide. Send us your location for a quote.

How long will it last?

With the pump bearing greased, correct oil, and clean fuel, these motors run for a long time. The pump impeller is a wear part and gets replaced as needed.

More Evinrude Buying Guides

• Evinrude 135 HP outboard for sale
• Evinrude 90 HP outboard for sale
• Evinrude 75 HP outboard for sale
• Evinrude 60 HP outboard for sale
• Evinrude 50 HP outboard for sale
• Evinrude 40 HP outboard for sale

Browse the rest of our shop and accessories, or find out more about us. If you’re new to boating, Discover Boating has helpful beginner guides.

Final Word on This Evinrude 105 HP Outboard for Sale

If your water is shallow, rocky, or unpredictable, a jet is the smart choice, and this is one of the strongest jet outboards ever made. This Evinrude 105 HP outboard for sale has the V6 torque, the clean running, and the easy upkeep that river boaters want. It’s tested and ready to ship.

E-TEC jets don’t come up often. If it fits your boat, grab it. If you have questions, message us first. We’ll help you get it right.

Order the Evinrude 105 HP outboard for sale here.