Z8 or Z9 Motor Question

[Michael Kersey]

I'm looking at buying either a Z8 or Z9 later this year. My questions is this: Which motor, in your experience, would be best for the boat? I'm not interested in being able to do 70mph, so speed is not a concern, though I do want good performance out of the motor for the boat.

Which motor would you recommend and why?



Thanks in advance for your time.

 

[Mini]

ALWAYS (unless you cannot afford to) MAX out on the horsepower. Performance and resale.

 

[Bob Bourget2]

+1...and make sure you go for the "torque-master gearcase"....with either the 225 or 250.

 

[Rod Magrew]

Got my Z8 with the 225XPS. Runs and handles like a charm.

 

[Michael Kersey]

Thanks everyone for your input.

 

[Bryan McDonough]

225 is all you need on both boats.