| Engine Type | In-Line 4 Cylinder |
| Displacement | 2785cc (170.0 ci) |
| Bore x Stroke | 96 x 96.2mm (3.78 x 3.79in) |
| Prop Shaft Horsepower | 175hp at 5500 rpm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Induction | EFI (DOHC) |
| Exhaust | Through propeller |
| Intake | Single Electronically Controlled Throttle Valve |
| Ignition | TCI microcomputer |
| Spark Plug | LFR6A-11-00-000 |
| Alternator Output | 50 amp |
| Starting System | Electric w/ PTT |
| Lubrication | Wet Sump |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 4.8 quarts/4.5 quarts w/without filter |
| Full Throttle RPM Range | 5000 ~ 6000 rpm |
| Cooling | Thermostatic Control |
| Recommended Engine Oil | Yamalube® 4M (See owner's manual) |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded (Minimum Pump Octane 87) |
| Recommended Fuel Filtration | Yamaha 10 Micron Fuel/Water Separating Filter (external) |
| Ethanol Blend Limit | 10% Maximum |
| Gear Ratio | (26:14) 1.86:1 |
| Gear Shift | F-N-R |
| Shaft Length | L=20" X=25" |
| Degree of Tilt | 70 ̊ |
| Degree of Trim | -4 ̊ through +16 ̊ |
| C.A.R.B. Rating | 3-Star |
| Dry Weight | 483 lbs (L shaft=20") 485 lbs (X shaft=25") |
| Mounting Centers | 26-inch |
| Steering Angle (maximum) | 32° from center, either direction |
| Warranty | 3-Year Pleasure, 3-Year Government, 1-Year Commercial |