02-15-2004, 04:40 AM
Well, like others here, I have my own opinion, but I believe your question was not what I prefer, but what are the advantages and di
vantages of each.
Four strokes you dont have to mix oil with the gas.
But for example, yamaha 2 strokes only require a 100/1 mix ratio wich is virtually nothing.
Four strokes are toted as being quieter. And they are, especially compared to the older two strokes. But consider that newer two strokes are very, very close to being as quiet as the four strokes.
Four strokes are heavier than two strokes, but dont be fooled. If you look it up, the difference is not that much. A 15 hp 2 and 15 hp 4 are less than 50 lbs in difference.
Two strokes are a very reliable engine. They have been around for so long, they have been perfected. As with all things if not properly maintained, any engine will have problems, 2 or 4 stroke.
As for fuel efficiency, look up the stats. get the info for yourself on the specific engines you are considering buying. Its not that big a difference.
As for the potential of new regulations limiting the use of two strokes, realize that there are industry advancments being made that make that notion less of an issue. For example check out evinrudes new line of 2 stroke engines. Those bad boys could make the four stroke obsolete. Currently they are only available in larger engines, but you can bet the technology will grow.
Two strokes and four strokes are totally different creatures. But they are bolth just engines.
I am not going to give you my opinion. My opinion is useless to you. Look at the specs of bolth engines, and decide wich is best for you based on your application.
I bet you will be happy with what ever you get, two or four stroke.
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vantages of each. Four strokes you dont have to mix oil with the gas.
But for example, yamaha 2 strokes only require a 100/1 mix ratio wich is virtually nothing.
Four strokes are toted as being quieter. And they are, especially compared to the older two strokes. But consider that newer two strokes are very, very close to being as quiet as the four strokes.
Four strokes are heavier than two strokes, but dont be fooled. If you look it up, the difference is not that much. A 15 hp 2 and 15 hp 4 are less than 50 lbs in difference.
Two strokes are a very reliable engine. They have been around for so long, they have been perfected. As with all things if not properly maintained, any engine will have problems, 2 or 4 stroke.
As for fuel efficiency, look up the stats. get the info for yourself on the specific engines you are considering buying. Its not that big a difference.
As for the potential of new regulations limiting the use of two strokes, realize that there are industry advancments being made that make that notion less of an issue. For example check out evinrudes new line of 2 stroke engines. Those bad boys could make the four stroke obsolete. Currently they are only available in larger engines, but you can bet the technology will grow.
Two strokes and four strokes are totally different creatures. But they are bolth just engines.
I am not going to give you my opinion. My opinion is useless to you. Look at the specs of bolth engines, and decide wich is best for you based on your application.
I bet you will be happy with what ever you get, two or four stroke.
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