This motor is a manual start long shaft outboard that runs great. We have fully boat tested this engine and it runs strong. This is a very desirable sailboat motor as it is powerful and only weighs around 60 lbs. This is a 2 stroke, 2 cylinder, tiller style outboard engine. If you are in the market for a long shaft reliable outboard this is it. If you have never owned a Yamaha, these motors are probably the most reliable and most desired engines on the market. People who own these motors appreciate the quality and years of performance of a Yamaha outboard.