Re: Yamaha or Suzuki
The characteristics, quality and reputation for reliability of the two engines is very close. Warranty is the same. Suzuki is a little lighter and has a cam chain vs. a belt on the Yamaha that will need replacement at 10 Yrs/1,000 hrs. Suzuki had some issues with long wait for parts a while back, don't know they've resolved that issue yet. So yes, it comes down to proximity to quality service and which one you think looks better on your boat.