Tohatsu 25HP MFS25CETS Outboard Motor

The MFS25CETS is Tohatsu's 25hp four-stroke on a 15-inch shaft, built around the same 526cc three-cylinder engine used across the range, with electric starting backed by a manual option, and steering that accepts a tiller grip or a remote control mounted at the helm.

Who it suits

At 179 lbs, this engine suits boats with a transom sized for a 15-inch shaft, where the owner wants the option of either steering style rather than being locked into one from the start.

Handling and installation

Two people make transom installation easier and safer than attempting it alone at this weight. Because electric start draws on the boat's battery, check that your wiring and battery are in good condition before relying on the starter rather than the manual backup.

Before you order

Confirm your transom height matches the 15-inch shaft, and check which rigging components your boat already has versus what you will still need, since that varies by how the boat was previously set up.

Specifications

This engine turns 5000 to 6000 rpm at full throttle, runs EFI, and carries three cylinders. Electric start is backed by a manual pull-start if needed. Tohatsu's 5-year warranty applies to this engine.

Common question

Can this be steered with a tiller? Yes, it works with either a tiller handle or a remote-mounted control.

Is the manual backup hard to use if the battery dies? It works the same as on any pull-start engine; keep the cord and handle accessible in case you need it.