YAMAHA 30 HP F30LEHA OUTBOARD MOTOR

Description

This is a new Yamaha F30LEHA for sale, the 30 horsepower Yamaha four-stroke with a tiller handle, electric start and a 20 inch shaft. It comes in its factory crate and we ship it worldwide. If you like to sit at the back of the boat with your hand on the tiller, steering by feel and keeping the front of the boat clear for fishing, this is the 30 for you.

On this page you will find the full specs, the reasons people choose a tiller over remote steering, what boats suit it, how to set it up and look after it, and how to order. For a delivered price, send us a message.

Yamaha F30LEHA Specifications

Every Yamaha F30LEHA for sale on our site is new and matches this sheet.

Reading the Model Code

F is four-stroke. 30 is the horsepower. L is the 20 inch shaft. E is electric start. H is tiller handle. A is the version. So the F30LEHA is a 30 HP four-stroke with a long shaft, electric start and a tiller. If you want remote steering instead, look at the Yamaha F30LA.

Why Choose a Tiller

A lot of experienced anglers prefer a tiller. Here is why.

Control. With your hand on the tiller, you feel exactly what the boat is doing. Small corrections are quick and precise. That is great for following a contour line, holding position in current, or slipping into a tight spot.

Space. No console means the whole boat is open. More room for rods, nets, coolers and people.

Simplicity. No steering cables, no wheel, no remote control box. Fewer parts to buy, rig and maintain.

Cost. Rigging a tiller motor costs much less than rigging a remote motor.

Weight. No console or steering system means less weight in the boat.

For a lot of small boats, the Yamaha F30LEHA for sale here is the simplest and most practical setup you can have.

Electric Start

Electric start makes life easy. Turn the key or press the button and the motor starts. No pull cord, no wrestling with a recoil starter in a rocking boat. Combined with fuel injection, it fires first time, hot or cold. You will need a marine battery on board to run the starter. The 17 amp alternator keeps that battery charged while you run, and it can also help power a fish finder and lights.

Boats That Suit It

• Aluminium fishing boats, 14 to 16 feet, with an open layout
• Jon boats and flat-bottom river boats
• Skiffs and small workboats
• Inflatables and RIBs rated for 30 HP
• Duck boats
• Yacht tenders without a console

Check the capacity plate and measure the transom. If the boat is rated for 30 HP and the transom is about 20 inches tall, the Yamaha F30LEHA for sale here should fit.

The Engine

Under the cowling is a 747 cc three-cylinder with a single overhead cam. Three cylinders run smoother than two, with less vibration through the tiller and the boat. Electronic fuel injection meters the fuel exactly, so the motor starts easily, idles steadily and responds cleanly. The long-track intake and single throttle valve help it make good torque low down and respond quickly when you twist the throttle.

Yamaha also fitted an engine control module that works with their digital gauges. Many tiller owners do not fit a gauge, but if you want to see rpm, hours and warnings, you can add one.

Trolling With a Tiller

A tiller is ideal for trolling. You sit right by the motor and can adjust speed and direction with small movements. Yamaha offers an optional Multi-Function Tiller Handle for its midrange motors, with a Variable Trolling RPM Switch that adjusts trolling speed in 50 rpm steps. That lets you dial in the exact speed for your lures without fiddling with the throttle grip. Ask us if you want it with your Yamaha F30LEHA for sale.

On the Water

On a typical 14 or 16 foot aluminium boat with one or two people and gear, the F30 gets on plane quickly and cruises comfortably. It is quiet enough that you can chat at cruise and hear the water at idle. There is no smoke and no fumes coming back at you, which matters a lot on a tiller boat, because you are sitting right next to the motor.

That last point is a big one. Anyone who ran an old two-stroke tiller motor knows what it is like to breathe exhaust all day. With the Yamaha F30LEHA for sale here, that is gone.

Weight and Balance

At 223 pounds, the F30LEHA is a little heavier than the remote version because the tiller handle and its fittings add some weight. On a small boat, where you sit matters. With a tiller, you and the motor are both at the back, so the stern can sit low. Put your fuel tank, battery and gear further forward to balance the boat. A balanced boat gets on plane faster, runs flatter and uses less fuel.

Props

You want the motor to reach its full throttle range of 5,000 to 6,000 rpm with your normal load. On small boats the load can change a lot from day to day, so choose a prop for the way you usually run. Aluminium props are standard and cheap to replace if you hit something. Yamaha’s propeller guide helps narrow things down. Or tell us about your boat and we will suggest one to ship with the Yamaha F30LEHA for sale.

Setting Up a Tiller Motor

A tiller motor is simple to install, but a few details make a big difference.

Mounting height. Set the anti-ventilation plate about level with the bottom of the hull. If the prop blows out in turns, lower it. If the motor throws a lot of spray and feels slow, try raising it one hole.

Mounting bolts. A 30 HP motor should be through-bolted to the transom, not just clamped. Use the right bolts and backing plates, and check them after the first few trips.

Battery. Mount a marine starting battery securely in a box, ideally forward of the transom to help balance the boat. Use proper marine cables and terminals.

Fuel. Fit a fuel line with a primer bulb and a water-separating filter. Secure the fuel tank so it cannot slide around.

Tiller height. Make sure you can sit comfortably and reach the tiller without twisting. A raised seat or a tiller extension can help on some boats.

Steering friction. Adjust the friction so the motor stays on course when you let go for a moment, but still turns easily.

A Yamaha dealer or qualified mechanic can do all of this quickly. Warranty terms depend on your country, so ask your local dealer when the Yamaha F30LEHA for sale is registered.

Safety With a Tiller

Tiller boats are great fun, but they come with a few safety habits worth building.

• Always wear the kill switch lanyard. If you fall or get thrown off balance, the motor stops.
• Wear a life jacket, especially when running alone.
• Keep a firm grip and sit low when running at speed.
• Slow down before turning sharply.
• Keep the area around your feet clear so you do not trip.

Those habits keep you safe, and they protect the motor too.

Break-in

Ten hours of careful running. Low speeds first, then gradually more throttle, varying the rpm. Avoid long full-throttle runs until it is done. The manual in the crate has the details. After the break-in, change the engine oil and filter and the gear lube.

Maintenance

• Flush after every trip with the freshwater flush device, especially in salt.
• Check the tell-tale every time you start.
• Change oil and filter on schedule.
• Change gear lube each season and check for water.
• Replace the water pump impeller on schedule, sooner in sandy water.
• Check anodes often.
• Use fresh fuel and keep the filter clean.
• Grease the tiller pivot, the swivel bracket and the tilt tube.

That last point is often missed on tiller motors. The steering pivot takes a lot of movement, and a little grease keeps it smooth. Keep up with it and the Yamaha F30LEHA for sale here will stay easy to steer for years.

Salt Water

Yamaha midrange motors use YDC-30 aluminium alloy and a five-layer anti-corrosion paint system. That is a strong start. Flush after every saltwater trip, rinse the outside, check anodes and tilt the motor up when the boat is moored. Spray electrical connections with a corrosion inhibitor every few months.

F30LEHA vs F40LEHA

Both are tiller motors with the same 747 cc three-cylinder. The F40 makes more power. If your boat is rated for 40 and you carry heavier loads, the Yamaha F40LEHA is worth a look. If your boat is rated for 30, the Yamaha F30LEHA for sale here is the right choice.

F30LEHA vs Remote F30LA

Same engine, different steering. Choose the tiller if you want open space, simple rigging and hands-on control. Choose the remote if you have a console boat or want to sit forward and steer with a wheel.

Who Buys a Tiller 30

Over the years, we have sold the Yamaha F30LEHA for sale to all kinds of people. Lake anglers who fish from 14 foot aluminium boats. River fishermen who run jon boats. Duck hunters who need simple, rugged motors for marsh work. Fishing camps and rental operators who want something guests can learn to drive in two minutes. Yacht owners who want a light motor for a tender with no console. Small commercial fishermen who work close to shore.

What they all have in common is that they want a motor that starts every time, does not need much attention and does not get in the way. A tiller 30 does exactly that.

Rental Fleets and Fishing Camps

For rental operators, a tiller motor is easy for guests to understand. Twist to go faster, push the tiller to turn. Electric start means nobody struggles with a pull cord. Fuel injection means fewer “it will not start” calls from the dock.

Keep a log for each motor. Change the oil on time. Flush after each day if the boats run in salt. Check props for damage after each rental, because guests do hit things. Keep a few spare props and impeller kits in the workshop.

If you run a fleet, ask us for a quote on several Yamaha F30LEHA for sale units together. Shipping several at once usually lowers the cost per motor, and one spare kit fits them all.

Upgrading From an Old Two-Stroke Tiller

If you have been running an old two-stroke tiller motor, you will notice the difference straight away. No more mixing oil. No more blue smoke in your face. No more fouled plugs after a day of trolling. The four-stroke starts easier, idles smoother, uses less fuel and is much quieter.

The F30 is a bit heavier than an old two-stroke 30, so check your boat’s balance. Move the battery and fuel tank forward if the stern sits low. Replace old fuel lines and fit a new filter, because old fuel systems can hold dirt and water that a fuel-injected motor will not like. After that, the Yamaha F30LEHA for sale here should drop straight in.

Spare Parts to Keep

If you live far from a Yamaha dealer, keep a small kit: engine oil and a filter, gear lube, a water pump impeller kit, a set of spark plugs, a fuel filter, a spare prop and a couple of anodes. We can add any of these to your order for the Yamaha F30LEHA for sale so they ship together.

Storage

Before winter, stabilise the fuel and run the motor so treated fuel reaches the injectors. Change the oil and gear lube. Flush the motor and let it drain in the down position. Fog the engine. Grease all the fittings, including the tiller pivot. Put the battery on a maintainer. In spring, check everything and start it on water before your first trip.

A Morning on the Water

Let me describe a typical morning with this motor. You back a 16 foot aluminium boat off the trailer at first light. The lake is flat and quiet. You climb in, sit by the tiller, check the fuel and press the start button. The Yamaha F30LEHA for sale you bought this spring fires straight away and settles into a soft idle. You can hear birds on the shore over the motor.

You idle out of the cove, then twist the throttle. The boat lifts onto plane and you run across the lake to a point you like to fish. When you get there, you throttle back to trolling speed. If you fitted the Multi-Function Tiller Handle, you bump the trolling speed up a touch with the switch until your lures are running just right. Then you sit back, hand on the tiller, following the weed line along the shore.

A few hours later, you head back. At the ramp, you hook up a hose to the flush port while you load the boat, tilt the motor up and drive home. That is the whole routine. Simple, quiet and reliable, which is exactly what most people want from a small boat motor.

Tiller Extensions and Comfort

On some boats, the tiller sits a little low or far back for comfort. A tiller extension lets you steer from a seat further forward, which also helps balance the boat. Many anglers fit one. It is a small, cheap accessory that makes long days much more comfortable. If you are not sure whether you need one, sit in your boat with the motor in place and see how it feels. We can supply a suitable extension with the Yamaha F30LEHA for sale if you want one.

A comfortable seat near the motor also helps. You will spend hours there, so it is worth getting right.

Why New Instead of Used

Small tiller motors often have hard lives. They get dropped, dragged over rocks, run without water, stored with old fuel and left out in the weather. A used one might look fine on the outside and still have a tired water pump, corroded cooling passages or a worn gearcase. A new Yamaha F30LEHA for sale from us comes with zero hours and full paperwork. You know exactly what you are getting, and that peace of mind is worth a lot on a motor you plan to keep.

When you add up what a used motor might need in the first couple of seasons, the gap to a new Yamaha F30LEHA for sale often turns out smaller than people expect.

Is It the Right Motor for You?

Run through this quickly. Is your boat rated for 30 HP or more? Is the transom about 20 inches tall? Do you prefer steering from the back with a tiller rather than from a console? Do you want push-button starting rather than a pull cord? If you answered yes to all four, the Yamaha F30LEHA for sale here is very likely the right motor.

If your transom is shorter, around 15 inches, you need a short shaft model. If you want a wheel and a console, go with the remote F30LA. If your boat is rated higher and you carry more weight, think about a 40. And if you are still unsure, send us the make, model and length of your boat with a photo of the transom. We will look at it and tell you straight which motor makes sense. We would rather you buy the right motor once than the wrong motor twice.

How to Order

1. Send us a message through the contact page.
2. Tell us you want the Yamaha F30LEHA for sale, how many and where you are.
3. Add a prop, tiller accessories or spare parts if you want them.
4. We send a delivered price.
5. You confirm and pay.
6. We ship with FedEx, UPS or USPS and send tracking.

Read our refund and return policy and terms and conditions before you order.

Shipping Worldwide

We ship to buyers in the Americas, the Caribbean, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and the Pacific. The motor travels in its factory crate with tracking. Import duties and taxes depend on your country, so check with your customs office before the Yamaha F30LEHA for sale arrives. When the crate lands, inspect it before signing and take photos of any damage. Keep the paperwork for your local Yamaha dealer.

More Yamaha Outboards

Have a look at the 30 HP Yamaha range, the 25 HP and 40 HP ranges, all Yamaha outboards and the shop. You can read customer reviews, find out more about us and check our blog. Yamaha’s official site has more on the midrange motors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Yamaha F30LEHA new?

Yes. Every Yamaha F30LEHA for sale on our site is new and in the factory crate.

Does it have electric start?

Yes. The E in the model code means electric start. You will need a marine battery.

How much does it weigh?

The Yamaha F30LEHA for sale here weighs 223 lb, or 101 kg.

What shaft length is it?

20 inches.

Can I get variable trolling?

Yes, with Yamaha’s optional Multi-Function Tiller Handle.

Do you ship worldwide?

Yes, with FedEx, UPS and USPS.

Get Your Price

If you want a simple, light, reliable tiller 30 that starts at the push of a button, the Yamaha F30LEHA for sale here is a great choice. Send us your country and how many you need, and we will come back with a delivered price. Once you confirm, we crate it and ship it to you with tracking.

Ready to order the Yamaha F30LEHA for sale? Add it to your cart above, or send us your location for a delivered quote. We ship worldwide with FedEx, UPS and USPS, crated and tracked, and we are always happy to help with rigging questions before and after the motor arrives at your door.