Used 2002 Yamaha 50 HP 2-Stroke Outboard Motor – 20″ Shaft – 320 Hours – Electric Start – Power Trim & Tilt

Engine Features at a Glance

• Condition: Used JDM Engine – Compression Tested & Inspected
• Horsepower: 50 HP
• Year: 2002
• Engine Type: 2-Stroke
• Engine Hours: Approximately 320 Hours
• Shaft Length: 20″
• Compression: 115 PSI across all cylinders
• Starting: Electric Start
• Trim & Tilt: Power Trim & Tilt – Tested and Operating Properly
• Lower Unit: Shifts into gear cleanly
• Gearcase Fluid: Checked and clean – no water or metal shavings reported

Yamaha Outboard Technical Specifications

Specifications can vary by exact model designation and market configuration. Verify the engine model/serial number if exact factory specifications are required. Yamaha’s documentation for the relevant 50 HP 2-stroke configuration confirms the 698 cc displacement, electric starting, oil injection, power trim and tilt, and 4,500–5,500 RPM operating range.

Outboard Features and Equipment

• Proven Yamaha 50 HP 2-stroke platform
• 698 cc displacement
• 20-inch shaft
• Electric starting system
• Power trim and tilt
• Oil-injection lubrication
• CDI ignition
• Forward, neutral, and reverse shifting
• Approximately 320 operating hours
• 115 PSI compression across all cylinders
• Clean lower-unit fluid
• No water or metal shavings found in the inspected gearcase fluid
• Compression tested and inspected before sale

Performance and Repower Benefits

This Yamaha 50 HP is a great choice for boat owners who want reliable two-stroke performance without unnecessary complexity.

The engine has already undergone important checks that buyers want to see when purchasing a used outboard. Compression is 115 PSI across all cylinders, the power trim and tilt operates properly, and the lower unit shifts cleanly with clean inspected fluid.

The approximately 320 hours are also reasonable for a 2002 engine, particularly when considered alongside the engine’s current operating condition and inspection results.

Yamaha two-stroke outboards are also known for their relatively simple construction, lightweight design, easy serviceability, and strong acceleration characteristics.

Performance & Applications

The Yamaha 50 HP 2-stroke is suited for a wide variety of recreational and utility applications where a reliable 50 HP outboard is required.

Potential applications include:

• Fishing boats
• Aluminum fishing boats
• Bass boats
• Small center-console boats
• Utility boats
• Flats boats
• Family recreational boats
• Smaller pontoon boats where 50 HP is appropriate
• Replacement and repower projects

Always verify the boat manufacturer’s maximum horsepower rating, transom height, steering system, and control requirements before installation.

Compatible Boat Types

This 20-inch-shaft Yamaha 50 HP can be suitable for boats designed around a 20-inch transom and rated for a 50 HP outboard.

Compatibility depends on the boat’s transom height, maximum horsepower rating, steering configuration, controls, and required rigging.

Please verify your boat specifications before ordering.

Engine Condition and Service History

This is a used JDM Yamaha outboard that has been compression tested and inspected.

The engine has approximately 320 hours and is reported to be in overall good condition and running as it should.

Inspection results include:

• 115 PSI compression across all cylinders
• Power trim and tilt operating properly
• Lower unit shifting cleanly into gear
• Gearcase fluid checked and found clean
• No water contamination reported in the lower-unit fluid
• No metal shavings reported in the inspected fluid

As with any used marine engine, normal cosmetic signs of previous use may be present. Buyers should review available photos and confirm the engine’s model, serial number, condition, and included equipment before purchase.

Included Equipment

This outboard is sold as a complete ready-to-mount-and-run package, with the applicable equipment and components supplied with the engine.

Specific included rigging components should be confirmed before purchase, particularly if you require controls, wiring, steering components, propeller, or other installation equipment for your boat.

Important Before Purchase

Before ordering, please confirm:

1. Your boat requires a 20-inch shaft.
2. Your boat is rated for a 50 HP outboard.
3. Your steering and control systems are compatible with this Yamaha.
4. Your transom height is appropriate for the 20″ shaft.
5. The engine’s model and serial number meet your application requirements.
6. Any required controls, wiring, steering components, propeller, and other rigging equipment are confirmed before purchase.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How many hours does this Yamaha 50 HP have?

This 2002 Yamaha 50 HP 2-stroke has approximately 320 hours. For a 2002 engine, this is a reasonable amount of operating time, particularly given the engine’s inspection results and reported condition.

2. What were the compression test results?

Compression measured 115 PSI across all cylinders, providing a consistent result across the engine.

3. Does the power trim and tilt work?

Yes. The power trim and tilt system operates properly, and the lower unit shifts cleanly into gear.

Order Your Yamaha Outboard from Machinery Store

Confirm your boat’s horsepower rating, transom height, steering and rigging compatibility before installation. Contact Machinery Store to confirm availability, the exact package contents, delivery charges and any applicable warranty terms.