YAMAHA 9.9 HP F9.9LEB OUTBOARD MOTOR

Description

We have the Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale, new in its crate and ready to ship worldwide. This is the electric start, remote control version of Yamaha’s 9.9 horsepower four-stroke. It has a 212 cc twin cylinder engine, a 20 inch long shaft, a weight of about 93 pounds and an alternator that charges your battery while you run. Instead of a tiller, it is steered and controlled from a helm using standard remote controls and a steering system.

That makes the Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale a different kind of motor from the tiller 9.9s. It is meant for boats where the driver sits or stands at a console or wheel: small centre consoles, side console fishing boats, small runabouts, workboats with a wheelhouse, and some sailboats with cockpit engine controls. You turn a key to start it, you steer with a wheel and you control the throttle and gears with a lever at the helm. If that is how you want to drive your boat, this is the 9.9 for you. Everything about it is below.

Yamaha F9.9LEB Specifications

Yamaha lists the F9.9 range, including the electric start models, on its 9.9 and 8 HP portables page. The Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale here is the long shaft, electric start, remote control variant.

What the Model Code Means

F means four-stroke. 9.9 is the horsepower. L is the long 20 inch shaft. E means electric start. There is no H in the name, which tells you there is no tiller handle: this is a remote control motor. B is the design generation. So the Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale is the long shaft, electric start, remote model. If you want a tiller instead, look at the Yamaha F9.9LMHB or the Yamaha F9.9SMHB.

Remote Control vs Tiller: Which Is Right?

On a small open boat, a tiller is simple and cheap. You sit at the back, hold the handle and steer. But on many boats, sitting at the stern is not practical or comfortable. On a boat with a console, a windscreen or a cabin, the driver wants to be further forward, protected from spray and able to see over the bow. That is what remote control is for.

With the Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale, the motor is connected to a steering cable or system that runs to a wheel at the helm, and to throttle and shift cables that run to a control box. You drive the boat like a car: key to start, wheel to steer, one lever for throttle and gear. It is more comfortable, especially on longer runs, and it puts the driver in a better position to see where the boat is going.

The trade-offs are cost and complexity. You need a control box, cables, a steering system and a battery, and they need to be installed properly. If your boat is already rigged for a remote motor, that is all in place. If it is not, budget for the rigging as well as the motor.

Boats That Suit the Yamaha F9.9LEB for Sale

Small centre console and side console boats

Many small console boats in the 13 to 16 foot range, especially lighter aluminium and fibreglass hulls, are rated for around 10 HP or have rules or licensing reasons to stay under 10 HP. The Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale gives them a smooth, reliable twin with the convenience of console controls.

Small runabouts and day boats

On light runabouts with a steering wheel and a 20 inch transom, a remote 9.9 makes a pleasant, economical setup for calm water cruising.

Workboats with a helm

Harbour launches, utility boats and small work boats with a wheel or console often use a remote 9.9. Electric start means anyone can start it with a key, and the alternator keeps the battery charged for lights and electronics.

Sailboats with cockpit controls

Some sailboats have the outboard mounted in a well or on the transom with remote throttle and shift controls in the cockpit. The Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale fits that kind of installation, and electric start is very welcome when you are trying to start the engine while handling sails.

The Convenience of Electric Start

Turn the key and the Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale starts. That is the whole appeal, and it is a big one. Nobody has to stand in the back of a bouncing boat pulling a cord. In a tight spot, a current or a crowded marina, you can start the engine instantly from the helm. Older owners and anyone with a bad shoulder will appreciate it. And on boats where the motor is hard to reach, like a sailboat outboard well, electric start is almost essential.

The Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale needs a 12 volt marine starting battery. The motor’s alternator charges the battery while it runs, so in normal use you will not need to charge it separately. If the boat sits unused for long periods, a battery maintainer or an occasional charge keeps it healthy.

What You Need to Rig It

A remote control outboard like the Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale needs more than a tiller motor. Here is the usual list:

• Remote control box: the throttle and shift lever, usually with the key switch, at the helm.
• Throttle and shift cables: run from the control box to the motor. They come in lengths to suit your boat.
• Main wiring harness: connects the motor to the key switch and control box.
• Steering system: a mechanical steering cable and helm with a wheel, sized for your boat.
• Battery and cables: a 12 volt marine battery, a battery box and the right cables.
• Fuel tank and hose: a portable or built-in tank with a primer bulb hose.

If your boat already had a remote outboard of similar size, much of this may be reusable. If it is a new installation, a marine technician can rig it properly. Tell us what your boat has and we can tell you what else you are likely to need for the Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale.

How It Drives

With everything rigged, driving the Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale is simple. Turn the key with the control in neutral and the engine starts. Push the lever forward for forward gear, further for more throttle. Pull it back through neutral for reverse. Steer with the wheel. The 212 cc twin is smooth and quiet, and the acceleration pump gives a clean response when you push the lever forward.

At cruising speed, there is little vibration and very little noise reaching the helm. On a light console boat, the 9.9 will typically get the boat onto the plane with one or two people. Heavier boats and bigger loads will be slower. As always, hull shape, weight and conditions change the numbers a lot.

Fuel Setup

The Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale runs from a separate tank. On a small console boat, that is usually a portable tank under or beside the console, connected with a primer bulb hose. Some boats have a built-in tank, which works fine with the right fittings and a water-separating filter. Open the vent, squeeze the bulb until firm and start. Use fresh unleaded with no more than 10 percent ethanol, and add stabiliser if the boat will sit.

Installation

Because the Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale is a remote motor, installation is more involved than clamping on a tiller motor. Unless you are experienced with boat rigging, we recommend having a qualified marine technician fit the Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale. The main steps are:

1. Check the boat’s capacity plate for horsepower and engine weight.
2. Mount the motor on the transom at the correct height. The anti-cavitation plate should sit level with or slightly below the bottom of the hull.
3. Secure it with the clamp screws and, ideally, through-bolts for a permanent installation.
4. Connect the steering cable or system.
5. Run and connect the throttle and shift cables to the control box, and adjust them so neutral, forward and reverse engage cleanly.
6. Connect the main wiring harness and the battery.
7. Connect the fuel system.
8. Set the trim rod position.
9. Check the oil, start the motor in neutral and confirm the cooling water stream.
10. Test all gears and steering at the dock before heading out.

A correct installation makes a big difference to how the boat handles, so it is worth doing carefully.

Break-In

Every new Yamaha should be run in gently. For the Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale, keep to varied low and medium throttle for the first hours, add short bursts of higher throttle later in the break-in, avoid long full-throttle runs and check the oil before each outing. Then change the engine oil. The owner’s manual explains the full procedure, and copies are on Yamaha’s owner’s manual page.

Maintenance

The engine maintenance is the same as for the tiller 9.9s. After salt water use, flush with fresh water and rinse the outside. Each season, change the engine oil and gear oil, check the plugs, grease the swivel and tilt points, check the propeller and the anode, and inspect the fuel filter and hose. Every few seasons, replace the water pump impeller.

Because the Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale is a remote motor with electric start, a few extra items need attention:

• Battery: keep terminals clean and tight, check the charge and replace the battery when it gets weak.
• Wiring connections: look for corrosion on plugs and terminals, especially in salt water use. A little dielectric grease helps.
• Control cables: check they move freely and that neutral, forward and reverse engage properly. Stiff cables can be lubricated or replaced.
• Steering: grease the steering cable and check for play or stiffness.

Before winter, run the carburettor dry or stabilise the fuel, change the oil, flush, disconnect the battery and store the battery somewhere cool and dry with an occasional charge.

Troubleshooting

If the Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale will not crank when you turn the key, check that the control is in neutral (there is a safety switch that prevents starting in gear), the battery is charged and the connections are clean and tight. If it cranks but will not start, check the fuel: vent open, hose connected, primer bulb firm, fresh fuel. Check the kill switch lanyard if fitted. If it starts and then dies, the tank vent is often the culprit. If the cooling stream is weak, clear the tell-tale outlet and check the intake and impeller.

Repowering a Console Boat With a 9.9

A lot of people who order the Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale are replacing an older remote motor on a small console boat. If that is your plan, here are a few things to check before you order.

First, look at the existing controls. If your current control box is a Yamaha unit from a compatible generation, the new motor may be able to use it with new cables. If it is from another brand, you will almost certainly need a Yamaha control box and harness, because the wiring and cable connections differ between brands. Second, check the steering. A mechanical steering cable in good condition can often be reused, but if it is stiff, corroded or the wrong length, replace it while the boat is apart. Third, look at the transom. Make sure it is solid, with no soft spots or cracks around the old mounting holes. Fourth, measure the transom height to confirm that the 20 inch shaft of the Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale is correct.

If you send us the make and age of your old motor and controls, along with a couple of photos, we can usually tell you what is reusable and what you need to add.

Lights, Electronics and Charging

One of the advantages of the electric start model is the alternator. While the engine runs, it charges the battery, which can also power small loads like navigation lights, a depth sounder or a small fish finder. The Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale produces a modest charging current, which is fine for a basic set of small electronics but not for big loads like large chartplotters, stereos or livewell pumps running for hours. If you plan a lot of electronics, consider a second battery with a battery switch, so you always keep a charged starting battery for the motor. Keep battery terminals clean and tight, and use proper marine cables with fuses.

Using It on a Sailboat With Cockpit Controls

On sailboats where the outboard sits in a well or on a bracket that is hard to reach, the Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale with remote controls in the cockpit can be a real improvement. You start the engine with a key, control throttle and gear from the cockpit and steer with the rudder or a link to the motor. Make sure the motor has plenty of fresh air in a well installation, that exhaust can escape and that the motor can tilt clear of the water when you sail if your well allows it.

What Comes in the Crate

The motor comes assembled with the propeller fitted, plus the owner’s manual and factory paperwork. Remote control box, cables, steering, battery and fuel tank are usually not included unless stated, so tell us what you need and we can help you put together a complete setup. Check the oil tag and the oil level before the first start.

Running Costs

The Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale is economical to run. Fuel use is modest, oil changes need under a litre and wear parts are inexpensive and widely available. The battery is an extra cost compared with a pull start motor, but it is a small one, and the convenience of key start is worth it for most owners.

Hot and Cold Climates

We ship remote 9.9s to buyers in hot, humid regions and in cold northern waters. In the heat, the main issues are stale fuel, marine growth and sun damage. Buy fuel in small amounts, use stabiliser, tilt the motor out of the water when the boat is moored and keep the cowling covered. Heat also shortens battery life, so check the battery more often. In the cold, batteries lose cranking power, so keep yours fully charged. Drain all water from the motor before frost, change the gear oil before winter and store the battery somewhere it will not freeze.

Whatever the climate, electrical connections on a remote motor deserve a look a couple of times a season. Salt air and humidity attack bare terminals and plugs. A quick clean and a smear of dielectric grease keeps everything working, and it takes only a few minutes.

A Note on Warranty

Yamaha’s factory warranty terms depend on the country of registration and on how the motor is used. Ask your local Yamaha marine dealer what they honour before you buy, and keep your invoice and serial number safe. Proper installation also matters for warranty, which is another good reason to have a qualified technician rig a remote motor.

Why Yamaha

Yamaha’s dealer network reaches almost every coast and lake in the world, so parts and service for the Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale are easy to find. Yamaha control boxes, cables and harnesses are widely available too, which makes rigging and future repairs simpler. The 212 cc twin is proven and smooth, and Yamaha outboards hold their value well.

Related 9.9 HP Models

For a heavier boat that needs more low-speed thrust, the Yamaha T9.9LPB high thrust remote model is worth comparing. Browse our 9.9 HP Yamaha section and the full Yamaha outboard range.

Ordering

Add the Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale to your cart and check out, or contact us if you want help working out what controls and rigging you need. We confirm stock and delivery, pack the motor in its factory crate with extra protection and send tracking once it ships worldwide. International buyers pay their own import duty and taxes, and we provide the paperwork customs needs. Our refund and return policy, terms and conditions, customer reviews and about us page are on the site.

FAQ: Yamaha F9.9LEB for Sale

Is it new?

Yes. The Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale is new and crated.

Does the Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale have a tiller?

No. It is a remote control motor, steered from a helm.

Are controls and cables included?

Remote controls, cables, steering and battery are normally separate. Ask us what you need for your boat.

Does the Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale charge the battery?

Yes, the alternator charges the battery while the engine runs.

Does it have reverse?

Yes, through the remote control.

How heavy is the Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale?

About 93 pounds.

Is the Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale suitable for salt water?

Yes, with a freshwater flush after use and attention to electrical connections.

Is a propeller included?

Yes.

Final Word

If your boat is set up to be driven from a helm, the Yamaha F9.9LEB for sale gives you key start convenience, smooth twin cylinder power and Yamaha reliability in a light 9.9 HP package. Add it to your cart, or get in touch and we will help you plan the rigging. Everything else we stock is in the shop.