Buying guides
Plain advice on choosing, fitting and looking after an outboard.
The Ultimate Guide to Four-Stroke Outboard Motors in Australia: Choosing Your Perfect Engine
Selecting the right marine propulsion system is the most critical decision a boat owner can make. In the Australian market, four-stroke outboard motors have become the...
Choosing the Right Horsepower: A Guide for Australian Boaters
Under-powering your boat leads to poor fuel economy and safety risks, while over-powering can damage your transom. Matching the right HP is a science. At Morisset...
Marine Finance Guide: The Smarter Way to Repower Your Boat
For many Australian boaters, the decision to repower isn't just about performance—it's about financial sense. A new four-stroke engine increases the resale value of your vessel,...
Maximizing Your Investment: The Ultimate Outboard Motor Maintenance & Saltwater Protection Guide
Buying a new outboard motor is a significant investment for any boat owner. Whether you’ve chosen a Yamaha, Mercury, Honda, Suzuki, or Tohatsu, the key to...
The Ultimate Brand Showdown: Which Outboard Motor is Right for Your Boat?
In the world of marine propulsion, the "Big Five" manufacturers—Yamaha, Mercury, Honda, Suzuki, and Tohatsu—represent the pinnacle of engineering. While all produce exceptional four-stroke outboard motors,...
The Ultimate Guide to Portable Outboard Motors: Best Engines for Tenders and Tinnies
Whether you are powering a small inflatable tender, a car-topper tinnie, or a auxiliary sailing yacht, a portable outboard motor offers the perfect balance of weight...
Repowering Your Boat: The Ultimate Guide to Outboard Upgrades in Australia
For many Australian boat owners, the hull of their vessel remains in excellent condition, but the engine—often an aging carbureted two-stroke—has become unreliable, smoky, and thirsty....
High-Horsepower Performance: Powering the Modern Offshore Vessel
For the offshore angler, the engine on the transom is more than just a motor—it is a lifeline. Navigating the unpredictable waters of the Bass Strait...
Shaft Length Explained: Choosing the Right Fit for Your Transom
One of the most common mistakes when buying a new outboard motor is selecting the wrong shaft length. If the shaft is too short, the propeller...
First-Time Buyer’s Guide: Choosing the Soul of Your Boat
Buying your first boat is a milestone moment, but the sheer volume of choices when it comes to engines can be overwhelming. Should you go for...