what are they thinking??? Rotax underboard motor

Utah Fishing Reports & Discussion Utah Fishing General
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I have done quite a bit of reading on the underboard motor and I don’t think it will last very long. It makes me flash backs of Forces L drive.

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Time will tell the Rotax underboard survives during the trial & error of 4-5yr period, any reviews out there? I found myself being drawn in with some of the other features the boat had to offer. I like the rear deck idea for storage and the locking rod locker for up to 10’ rod depending model boat. Since I’m not a bass guy the front pedestal seats are not in my favor as with the ski package. Also, seeing the cost of some who are replacing the curved windshield in their current boats is questionable. A boat like this should have a kicker too.

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Here’s a better review of just the engine.  I’m gonna pass on this new technology.   :smiley:

Rotax S150 Outboard | Boating Mag

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Let’s see:
2-stoke which is louder than 4-stroke technology
Huge (44" x 47") size
Heavy: Weight of 150hp is 522 pounds—that’s about 57 pounds heavier than a Mercury 150 FourStroke outboard and 150 pounds heavier than a Mercury 115 FourStroke
15 bolts to just remove the cowling
Powerhead is underwater? What could go wrong?
Engine cowling gets covered in slime due it being in the water, which would require lots of extra cleaning.
How would this beast do in the winter with ice chunks in the water or simply being covered with icing due to cold temps and it’s proximity to the water?

I would find it difficult to believe anyone would think this is a good idea.

This review has some strong language, but it is worth the listen for the points he brings up.

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I’m With Bob and others! I’ll pass. I just ordered a new boat with Mercury 150 pro XS proven reliable power for me! Will get in in March, can’t wait, hoping for a bit of hard deck fishing, which I think we should have a few more options very shortly.
Tight lines
Mildog

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Bob just sent you a PM

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I had lots of luck with Merc as have several buddies /relatives that I fish with quite often. Warranty and service is available locally at several dealers. The Boat I am getting, is most commonly paired with Merc since the same company owns both.

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Not a Lund, I am getting a Crestliner. Actually both Lund and Crestliner are also owned by same parent Co that owns Mercury. They are made in same building. One side puts out Lund the other side makes Crestliner. Lund are riveted, Crestliner are welded. Both are great boats!! Have fished a lot In both of them. I like them both. It came down to one or the other. I ended up choosing the Crestliner. I have heard that once some pre existing contracts expire they will try to sell both with only Mercury, not sure if true but I think that’s why Merc/brunswick bought the boat companies, to sell more outboards! Looking forward to a new Boat. Already ordering a few accessories to set it up when it’s ready!

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MrShane,
I agree with you and the “generator” comment. My 9.9 Merc ProKicker on my new Tracker ProGuide175 makes me feel a whole lot more comfortable should your batteries ever go dead. I too have electric start on my kicker but it has a pull rope too, if needed. Getting to shore is not a big problem at smaller reservoirs, but on Bear Lake, the Gorge, or even Willard Bay it can become a life-threatening situation. Plus I"m not a fan of trying to “troll” at 2.5mph with an electric motor in the first place.

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