Evinrude E60HGL E-TEC Outboard Motor

This used Evinrude E60HGL is a 60-hp High Output model, a three-cylinder E-TEC engine built for more acceleration and top speed than Evinrude's standard two-cylinder 60-hp motors.

Fuel and emissions

Evinrude calls for 87-octane fuel in this engine, and it carries an emissions compliance rating of EPA 2013, CARB 3-Star, and European standards. Total displacement is 79 cubic inches, and this High Output block reaches 5,000-5,500 rpm at full throttle, with power delivered through E-TEC direct injection rather than a carburetor.

Rigging on this unit

The primary gear ratio comes in at 2.36:1, steering is remote with a tiller accessory available, start is electric, graphite-finish controls are fitted, and a Trac-1 system handles power trim and tilt. At 320 lbs, it carries more mass than a standard two-cylinder 60-hp motor in the same lineup, reflecting the added cylinder and its supporting hardware.

High Output versus standard

Expect quicker throttle response from the extra cylinder here, balanced against the higher octane requirement and added weight compared with a standard-output 60-hp Evinrude of similar rigging.

What octane does it need? 87 octane.

What emissions standards does it meet? EPA 2013, CARB 3-Star, and European.

Can a tiller handle be fitted? Yes, as an add-on accessory to this engine's remote console steering.