2003 Yamaha 40HP 2-Stroke Tiller Outboard — Serviced, Strong Compression

Condition report

Used 2003 Yamaha 40 2-stroke in excellent condition. Regularly serviced and well maintained; recently serviced. Strong 125 PSI compression across all cylinders. Tiller steering with lift-assist tilt and 12V rectifier. Photographed as offered.

Overview

The Yamaha 40 two-stroke is the workhorse that built Yamaha's reputation: simple, light, and famously hard to kill. Tiller steering keeps everything direct and uncomplicated — ideal for skiffs, jon boats, and tenders.

This 2003 example is in excellent condition and has been regularly serviced and well maintained. Compression is a strong 125 PSI across all cylinders, it runs like a dream, and presents extremely well. Recently serviced — turn the key and go. Photographed as offered.

What’s included

Included equipment is confirmed per unit at the time of inquiry — contact our team for the full list with this SKU.

Ideal for

Skiffs, jon boats, and tenders — anyone who wants simple, light, legendary Yamaha 2-stroke reliability with tiller control.

Compatibility notes

• Confirm your boat’s capacity plate: never exceed the maximum rated horsepower.
• Match shaft length to your transom height so the anti-ventilation plate runs at the correct depth.
• Confirm your transom and hull can support the engine’s weight.
• Controls, cables, gauges, steering components, and propellers are not included unless the listing states otherwise — we verify rigging compatibility with your boat before you buy.

Delivery

Units ship crated and fully insured. Mainland US transit is 3–5 business days; international 7–14 business days (quoted per order). Transit estimates exclude processing, customs, and carrier delays. See shipping, returns & warranty for full terms.

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