How fast does a 125 mercury go?

It will do over 40. should push over 45 mph, depending on gear and how many people you have in the boat.

Are old Mercury outboards reliable?

A properly restored older outboard, in the hands of a knowledgeable operator, can be dependable and appropriate. But older engines do not run as quiet and efficient as today’s modern outboards.

How much does a Mercury 125 2 stroke weigh?

75hp to 125hp

Model	Max RPM	Weight (kg)
75	4750-5250	139
90	5000-5500	139
115	4750-5250	158
125	4750-5250	158

Does Mercury make a 125 hp outboard?

Mercury, Mariner 4-Cylinder (100, 115, 125 HP) – Quicksilver Products.

How fast can 125 horsepower go?

And this brings in the question of how fast 125cc dirt bike can go. Dirt bikes that have the 125cc engine capacity are said to have top speeds ranging from 55 to 60 miles an hour. Downhill road conditions and heavy riders can help the operating speed go beyond this range.

Are old outboards reliable?

Most of us have an outboard motor; and some of us have old outboards. The “good old” outboards—the ones that were built in the 1950s and later—are even better than those early, antique outboards. They are just as reliable, and a lot easier and cheaper to fix than state-of-the-art motors.

How much does a 150 2-stroke Mercury weigh?

Specifications – 150

HP / kW	150 / 110
Gearcase ratio	1.92:1
Dry weight *Lightest model available	455 lbs / 206 kg
CARB star rating	3
Bore and stroke	4.0 x 3.6″ / 102 x 92 mm

Is Mercury discontinuing OptiMax?

As for the direct-injection two-stroke OptiMax engine series, it has been discontinued. With the exception of one commercial-use model, Mercury Marine now is completely out of the two-stroke outboard engine market.

Is Mercury OptiMax 2 stroke or 4 stroke?

Mercury sells 4-strokes from 4 hp to 275 hp (including its Verado line) and OptiMax direct injection 2-strokes from 75 hp to 225 hp. It is discontinuing its old electronic fuel injection line of 2-strokes this year as part of a commitment the company made to the Environmental Protection Agency, Gaillard says.

What kind of engine is a 125 hp Mercury?

125 HP Mercury OB w/ 2+2? I’m looking at buying a used boat with a 1998 or 1999 125 hp MERCURY carbureted 2-stroke 4 cylinder outboard that I believe has the ‘2+2 feature’ ( where it only runs on two cylinders at low idle).

What kind of motor does a 2001 Mercury boat have?

I’m looking at buying a 18′ Boat with a 2001 Mercury 125 Hp. This motor has the 2 plus 2 feature meaning it runs on 2 cylinders at low RPM and then swithes to 4 as the RPMs increase. Is this a reliable motor?

How much does a Mercury outboard motor cost?

Select Mercury Outboard Motors Models Below OUTBOARD MOTORS HP Dry Weight (lbs) Volt Fuel Type 2.5M 2.5 28 0 Gasoline 3.3M 3.3 29 0 Gasoline 4M 4 45 0 Gasoline

Is the Mercury 125 hp Optimax still available?

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