9.8 HP, TOHATSU OUTBOARD, MFS9.8CS, EFI, 15, TILLER, FUEL TANK, MANUAL START

The Tohatsu MFS9.8CS combines 9.8 hp four-stroke power with battery-less electronic fuel injection in a manual-start, tiller-controlled outboard. Its 15-inch short shaft and direct controls make it an option for compatible small boats used for tender trips and fishing.

Typical applications

• Small inflatable tenders and dinghies: A primary motor for appropriately rated boats, with tiller steering and recoil starting suited to layouts without a steering console.
• Small aluminium fishing boats: A main-propulsion option for suitable open boats. Forward-neutral-reverse shifting helps with manoeuvring, while manual trim adjustment lets you set the motor angle to suit the hull and load.

Confirm the boat's short-shaft transom requirement, horsepower rating, motor-weight limit and loading limits before choosing this model. Allow for the combined weight and distribution of the motor, fuel, passengers and equipment. Performance depends on the hull, installation and total load.

Key features and benefits

• Battery-less EFI: The fuel-injection system operates without a starting battery, keeping the manual-start setup straightforward.
• Tiller controls: A twist-grip throttle, gear lever and stop switch keep the main operating controls at the motor.
• Adjustable trim and shallow-water position: Six trim settings let you adjust the running angle. The shallow-water setting is for slow forward operation with the cooling-water intake submerged.
• Fuel/water separator: A red indicator ring helps identify water in the fuel during routine checks.
• Engine monitoring: A low-oil-pressure warning light alerts you to a condition that needs attention.

Key specifications

• Model: Tohatsu MFS9.8CS, C-generation.
• Rated output: 9.8 hp (7.2 kW).
• Engine: Four-stroke, two-cylinder SOHC.
• Displacement: 209 cc.
• Fuel system: Battery-less electronic fuel injection.
• Shaft: 15-inch short shaft (S).
• Starting: Manual recoil.
• Controls: Tiller steering with twist-grip throttle.
• Gears: Forward, neutral and reverse; 2.08:1 reduction ratio.
• Trim and tilt: Manual tilt, six trim positions and a shallow-water running position.
• Cooling: Water-cooled with thermostat.
• Published weight: 38.5 kg (85 lb), with propeller, for the manual-start short-shaft configuration.
• Fuel tank: Separate 12 L tank.
• Battery charging: Not fitted as standard on this configuration.

Included equipment

• 12 L separate fuel tank.
• Fuel hose and primer-bulb assembly.
• Factory-supplied propeller.
• Engine-stop safety lanyard.
• Tool kit, emergency starter rope, spare split pin and spare stop-switch lock.
• Owner's manual.

Alternative propellers are optional and selected to match the boat and load.

Helping Ontario boaters choose the right outboard, with preparation included and support after the sale.

Pre-delivery inspection included at no extra charge

At Bridge Yachts, we prepare your motor for pickup with a pre-delivery inspection (PDI). Following the manufacturer's preparation requirements for your model, we:

• Inspect the motor before operation.
• Add or check the required fluids.
• Test-run the motor.
• Check the controls for proper operation.

This preparation is included with your motor at no extra charge.

Your pickup demonstration

We include a pickup demonstration at no extra charge. We demonstrate starting, stopping and operation using the available setup, including the tiller controls and engine-stop lanyard. We cover handling, transport and storage, along with Tohatsu's break-in procedure and maintenance requirements for this four-stroke EFI motor.

Authorized Tohatsu service and warranty support

We are an authorized Tohatsu service and warranty centre, with experience in Tohatsu outboards dating back to 2006. Our team stays current through manufacturer training courses and has access to technical resources and specialist service tools available to authorized dealers.

We provide parts, maintenance and workshop repairs, and help handle manufacturer warranty claims. We also handle manufacturer warranty registration where applicable. This gives you knowledgeable support throughout your ownership.

Future maintenance, replacement parts, repairs and labour are chargeable services unless covered by the manufacturer's warranty. Eligible new outboards in Canadian recreational use carry Tohatsu's five-year limited warranty, subject to its terms and exclusions.

Contact us with your boat details and intended use. We can help confirm whether the MFS9.8CS is the right fit or whether another shaft length or control configuration would better suit your boat.