Tohatsu 25HP Jet | MFS25AJETETL

Description

We have the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale new in the box and ready to ship. It is a 25 horsepower Tohatsu jet drive four stroke outboard with a 20 inch shaft, tiller steering and electric start, plus power tilt.

We sell new Tohatsu outboards to boat owners, fishing guides, sailing schools, resorts and dealers, and we ship worldwide. Tell us where you are and we send a delivery quote before you pay for anything. It is worth remembering when you run the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale.

Everything is on this page: specifications, the model code, boats it suits, riding impressions, maintenance, delivery and an FAQ. Jump to what you need.

Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale: Specifications

Specs can change slightly between production runs, so the paperwork in the box is the final word. Tohatsu lists the current figures on its Tohatsu MFS25A Jet page.

What the Model Code on the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale Means

Tohatsu codes are easy once someone explains them. MFS means a Tohatsu four stroke and 25 is the horsepower. The A after the horsepower marks the model series. JET means a jet pump instead of a propeller gearcase. E means electric start. T means power tilt and trim. The L at the end means a long 20 inch shaft.

How a Jet Outboard Works: the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale

The 25 HP jet takes Tohatsu’s 866 cc three cylinder 40 horsepower powerhead and replaces the propeller gearcase with a jet pump. Jet units lose some efficiency, so the motor is rated at 25 HP at the pump.

With no propeller hanging below the boat, you can run in very shallow, rocky rivers where a normal outboard would hit bottom. Water is drawn up through an intake grate and pushed out the back. That is a big part of why people choose the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale.

It has electronic fuel injection, electric start, power trim and tilt and a tiller handle, so you can steer and read the river at the same time.

Looking After the Jet Pump

Instead of a prop, the jet unit has an impeller inside a liner. Gravel slowly wears the impeller edges and opens the gap, and the boat starts to feel soft. Moving the shims closes the gap again. Grease the pump bearing after use as the manual says, and clear sticks and weed from the intake grate before they block the flow. Owners of the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale tell us the same thing.

Boats That Suit the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale

River jet boats

Aluminium boats built for shallow rivers.

Fishing and hunting rivers

Reach water no one else can.

Rocky creeks

No prop to break.

Work boats on shallow water

Surveys, guiding and access.

How the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale Runs

The Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale lets you run water you would never try with a prop. With the boat on the plane, it skims over gravel bars a few inches deep.

It is slower than a prop motor of the same powerhead, which is the trade for going where others cannot.

Why Tohatsu

Tohatsu has built outboards in Japan since 1956 and is one of the biggest makers of small and mid size outboards in the world. Several other brands have sold Tohatsu built motors under their own name over the years. That tells you something about the engineering. Parts are easy to get in most countries and mechanics know these motors well. It is one of the reasons we keep the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale in stock.

Mounting the Motor

Centre the motor on the transom and tighten the clamp screws firmly. Check them again after the first run, because they can loosen with vibration. Set the tilt pin so the motor sits straight up and down when the boat is moving, with the anti-ventilation plate roughly level with the bottom of the hull. Tie a safety line from the motor to the boat in case a clamp ever loosens.

Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale or a Prop Outboard?

A prop motor is faster and more efficient on deep water.

The Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale is for shallow, rocky rivers. If that is where you go, nothing else does the job as well.

The People Who Order This Motor

We ship the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale to weekend boaters, yacht owners who need a tender motor, anglers who want a kicker and small businesses running boats every day. Some order one motor, some order several. We treat every order the same way: confirm the model, quote delivery and keep you updated.

Your First Day Out With the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale

Pick a calm day for the first run and stay close to where you launched. Clamp the motor on, fit the kill cord to your wrist or life jacket, open the fuel vent and squeeze the primer bulb until it goes firm. Then start it and let it idle for a minute while you look for the stream of water from the tell tale.

Spend the first hour getting a feel for the tiller, the throttle grip and the gear lever. Practise coming alongside a buoy or a pontoon at low speed. Most people are surprised how quickly a small motor like this starts to feel natural. You get all of that with the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale.

Battery and Wiring for Electric Start

Electric start models need a 12 volt marine starting battery. Use a battery box with a strap, keep it low in the boat and away from the fuel tank, and run the cables so they cannot chafe on the transom. Tighten the terminals and smear them with a little grease to stop corrosion.

The charging coil on the motor puts a small charge back while you run, enough to keep a healthy battery topped up on most trips. If the boat sits for weeks, put the battery on a smart charger at home. The recoil starter stays on the motor as a back up, which is a nice thing to have on a cold morning. Ask us if you want photos of the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale before it ships.

Steering and Throttle Feel

The twist grip throttle and tiller arm give you direct control. Set the steering friction so the motor stays put when you take your hand off, but still turns without effort.

Remember that an outboard steers by pushing the stern sideways, so the back of the boat swings out when you turn. In a marina, slow down early and use a short burst of reverse to stop. Practise this a few times in open water and the next tight berth will not feel so bad. We are happy to answer questions about the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale by email or chat.

Living With the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale

Owning a Tohatsu portable is easy. Clamp it on, check the oil, connect the fuel, start and go. After the trip, flush it with fresh water, let it drain upright and store it the right way up. There is no oil to mix and no smoke. It just works.

The First Ten Hours

New engines like variety. Keep the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale below half throttle for the first hour and keep changing speed. After that, use more throttle in short bursts. Change the engine oil and gear oil at the first service the manual lists. It sets the motor up for a long life.

Maintenance on the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale

• Flush with fresh water after every trip in salt or dirty water.
• Check the engine oil level before each trip.
• Change the engine oil at the hours in the manual, or once a season.
• Change the gear oil every season and look for milky oil.
• Replace the water pump impeller every two to three seasons.
• Check the spark plug and the fuel filter.
• Grease the swivel, clamp screws and tilt points.

Most owners do these jobs themselves. They are simple and need only basic tools.

The Water Pump Impeller

Every water cooled outboard has a rubber impeller in the lower unit that pushes cooling water up to the engine. Rubber ages, and sand wears the vanes, so it needs replacing every two or three seasons or sooner if you run in sandy water.

The first sign of trouble is a weak or missing stream from the tell tale. Stop the engine if that happens and find the cause. Running a four stroke without cooling water for even a short time can damage it. Changing the impeller is a straightforward job for a dealer or a handy owner. The Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale handles this well.

Why the Anodes Matter

The small metal blocks on the gearcase and bracket are sacrificial anodes. In salt or brackish water they corrode instead of the aluminium housing. That is their whole job.

A quick look each time you flush the motor tells you how they are doing. Swap them when they are worn to about half their size, and keep the contact surfaces clean and bare. A set of anodes costs little next to a pitted gearcase, so keep a spare set with your tools. This is where the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale earns its keep.

Fuel Use and Running Costs

Jet drives use more fuel than prop motors of the same power. In return you get access to water a prop cannot reach.

Tohatsu parts are cheap and easy to find, and most servicing is simple enough to do yourself. That keeps the cost of owning the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale low.

Fuel Quality Matters

Small motors are sensitive to old fuel. Use fresh petrol, keep the tank cap closed and add a fuel stabiliser if the motor will sit for more than a few weeks. If your fuel contains ethanol, do not leave it in the motor over winter. Most hard starting on small outboards comes back to stale fuel. Plenty of buyers message us before ordering the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale, and we like that.

Running Costs

Small four strokes are cheap to run. They burn far less fuel than an old two stroke of the same size, and there is no two stroke oil to buy. A day of fishing or exploring often uses only a few litres.

The other costs are small too: engine oil once a season, gear oil, a spark plug now and then, and an impeller every few years. Most of that you can do yourself. Over a few seasons the fuel savings alone go a long way toward the price of the motor. Keep that in mind with the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale.

Salt Water Care

Flush the motor with fresh water after every salt trip, using the flush port or a flushing muff. Rinse the outside and wipe the cowl. Spray a corrosion inhibitor under the cowl now and then. If you leave the motor on a tender, tilt it up so the lower unit is out of the water.

Storage and Transport

Store the motor upright on a stand when you can. If you must lay it down, follow the manual and lay it on the correct side so oil does not run into the cylinder. For long storage, drain or stabilise the fuel, change the oil, grease the fittings and keep it somewhere dry. That applies to the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale as much as any motor.

Carrying and Car Transport

Carry the motor upright using the handle, and get help with heavier motors. In a car, secure it upright in a stand or lay it on the side the manual allows, with a towel underneath. Close the fuel vent and the fuel tap before moving it.

Common Problems and Quick Checks

Will not start. Check the kill switch clip, the choke, the fuel tap and the tank vent. Many repeat customers come back for a second Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale.

Starts then stops. Usually old fuel or a blocked vent.

Weak tell-tale stream. Clear the outlet. If still weak, have the impeller checked. The Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale is covered here too.

Loss of power. Check the prop for damage or weed, and the fuel filter.

Oil warning. Stop and check the oil level straight away. It is worth remembering when you run the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale.

What to Carry in the Boat

A few spares cover most things that stop a small outboard on the water. A spare plug, a spare kill cord and a basic tool roll are the essentials. Add a spare propeller pin or prop hardware, a small roll of tape and some cable ties.

A second kill cord is the one people wish they had most. If the first one goes over the side with a person or gets lost, the motor will not start without it. Paddles or oars are worth carrying too, even on a short trip.

Carry These on Board

Life jackets, oars, a spare kill clip, a plug spanner and spare plug, basic tools, a bailer and a phone in a dry bag. Small boats can get caught out by wind and tide, so plan for the motor stopping, even though it probably will not.

Matching the Motor to the Boat

The capacity plate tells you the limit. Within that limit, think about load, distance and water conditions. More power helps with heavy loads and wind. Less power saves weight and fuel. Ask us if you want a second opinion on the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale.

Two Stroke to Four Stroke

If you are replacing an old two stroke, expect less noise, no smoke, no oil mixing and lower fuel bills. Servicing changes to oil changes like a car engine. The trade is a bit more weight, which most boats handle easily.

Why Buy New

Second hand motors turn up all the time, often with stories attached. Some are fine. Others have hidden corrosion, a tired water pump or water in the gearcase that will cost money soon after you buy.

With a new motor there is nothing hidden. You get the warranty, the paperwork and a motor that has never been abused. You also choose the shaft length and start type you actually need, instead of making do with whatever is for sale locally.

Avoid These Common Errors

Wrong shaft, stale fuel, laying the motor on the wrong side and loose clamps cause most of the trouble we hear about. Measure, use fresh fuel, read the storage page in the manual and check the clamps. That is it.

The First Year

Year one is simple: gentle break-in, first service on time, flush after salt, fresh fuel and a proper lay up at the end. Do that and the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale will give you many trouble free seasons.

How Delivery Works

We ship worldwide. Once you confirm the order, the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale is packed in its original box and booked with a carrier we trust or your own forwarder. You get the paperwork and a tracking number so you can follow it to the end.

About the Warranty

Tohatsu warranty terms vary around the world and between leisure and commercial use. We will tell you what applies in your country. Keep your receipts and service records safe.

Serial Number and Registration

Write down the serial number from the bracket label as soon as the motor arrives, and take a photo of it. Keep it with your receipt. You will need it for warranty claims, for ordering the right parts and for insurance.

Some countries need outboards registered or recorded with the boat. Rules differ a lot, so check what applies where you use the boat. A motor lock on the clamp screws is a good idea too, because small outboards are easy to carry away.

In the Box

You get the complete Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL motor, the manual, warranty papers and the standard factory fittings. Anything else, such as a spare prop, a stand or a bigger tank, can be added to the same shipment.

A Short Checklist Before Buying

• Transom measured and matched to the 20 inch shaft.
• Capacity plate checked.
• Starting type decided.
• Fuel and battery plan made.
• Delivery address sent to us.

Send us that and we will come back with a full price to your door.

Buying the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale From Us

Every motor we sell is new and the price is on this page. Before we ship, we give you a delivery quote for your country so you know the full cost. When you order, we confirm the model and shaft length with you. Our refund and return policy and terms and conditions are on the site. You can read what other buyers say on our reviews page, learn more about us page, or go straight to the contact page.

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FAQ: Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale

Is the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale new?

Yes. New in the box, with Tohatsu paperwork.

What shaft length is it?

20 inch (L).

How heavy is the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale?

About 100 kg, confirmed at order.

How does it start?

Electric start.

What fuel tank does it use?

25 L (6.6 US gal) separate tank.

Do you ship the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale worldwide?

Yes. Send us your location and we will quote delivery.

Does it come with a warranty?

Yes, Tohatsu factory warranty paperwork. Terms depend on your country.

Final Word

If you want a light, reliable 25 HP four stroke that starts easily and lasts, the Tohatsu MFS25AJETETL for sale is a great choice. Order today, or message us first and we will help you make sure it is the right fit.