Nissan 2015 Nissan 9.8 Hp NSF9.8A31 Outboard Motor

The Nissan NSF9.8A31 tops the 8 HP line by a notch at 9.8 HP, kept on a short, 15-inch shaft with tiller steering and a manual pull-start, suited to anyone who wants a bit more push without adding a battery. What to check before buying Match this short shaft to your transom height; Nissan builds this same 9.8 HP engine on a longer shaft for taller boats as well. The twin-cylinder block is carbureted, with SOHC valve gear and a thermostat holding cooling-water temperature steady, cleared for saltwater use. A front-mounted lever shifts the 2.08-to-1 gearbox, turning a 3-blade aluminum propeller, 8.5 inches in diameter and 8.0 inches of pitch. Fuel, charging, and extras A 3.1-gallon tank outside the motor handles fuel, joined by its own quick-connect hose. A charging alternator isn't included on this pull-start model but can be fitted as a separate kit. The box holds a printed manual and tool kit, with Nissan's 5-year warranty covering the engine. Anglers running a small jon boat tend to favor this horsepower step for the extra margin it gives over an 8 HP motor on a loaded boat. Common questions Does this model include electric start? No, it starts by pull cord; electric-start versions of this engine are sold separately. Can an alternator be added afterward? Yes, as an optional kit installed on top of the base motor. Specifications MODEL NSF9.8A31 MODEL YEAR 2015 SKU NSF9.8A31-15 WEIGHT 81.5000 MANUFACTURER Nissan COUNTRY OF MANUFACTURE Japan HORSEPOWER 9.8hp SHAFT LENGTH 15″ (Short) STEERING Tiller STARTING Manual TRIM & TILT Manual FUEL DELIVERY Carburetor FUEL TANK External CYLINDER(S) 2 DISPLACEMENT 209 cc (12.8 cubic inches) BORE AND STROKE 55 x 44 mm (2.17 x 1.73 inches) FULL THROTTLE RPM RANGE 5,000-6,000 RPM IGNITION SYSTEM Digital CD Ignition INDUCTION SCAVENGING SOHC VALVES PER CYLINDER 2 FUEL TYPE Unleaded Gasoline (87 octane) FUEL TANK / FUEL LINE 3.1 Gal. Fuel Tank + Quick Connect Fuel Line OIL TYPE SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 (SF, SG, SH, SJ) OIL CAPACITY 27 fl. oz. (800 ml) LUBRICATION Wet Sump ALTERNATOR Optional 12V 80W 6A (installation required) COOLING SYSTEM Water-Cooled, Thermostatically Controlled SALTWATER RATED Yes GEAR RATIO 2.08:1 GEAR SHIFT Forward-Neutral-Reverse (front mount shifter) PROPELLER 8.5″ Dia. X 8.0″ Pitch 3-Blade Aluminum INTERNAL BATTERY No