[In modern outboard engines] the components change rapidly from year to year. Factory software is needed to do diagnostics or even to replace components. Only an authorized dealer can get the software, and the software updates are frequent. It is all very expensive.
Keeping mechanics trained on changes is difficult as well.
Keep your old outboard if possible.
Working on modern outboard engines
Working on modern outboard engines
1986 Outrage 18 with 2001 Honda 130 HP
Former Owner 1991 Guardian 19 with 1994 Evinrude V4 140HP
Former owner 1987 Montauk with 1998 Mercury 90HP
Nova Scotia
Former Owner 1991 Guardian 19 with 1994 Evinrude V4 140HP
Former owner 1987 Montauk with 1998 Mercury 90HP
Nova Scotia