I bought an 8HP Honda - electric Start in 2020.
I love this motor.  It starts easily with one pull or with its electric starter. It has all the power I need- even going to weather against the tide and big breeze.
It is very quiet and smooth and has a 12 Amp Alternator - big plus . Cons:
It’s heavy - 114 lbs.
The low end of the throttle is not as smooth and easy as I would like - it’s difficult to fine tune the low end rpm’s but this might be solvable.
The motor housing is larger than the  Yamaha and Mercury = it looks like a 15 HP.
I wish it had a power tilt as well - (hard to find)
I might consider an electric motor with a removable battery but the honda 8HP  is a great choice
Ric
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> On Dec 3, 2024, at 10:03 AM, Tom Hyatt via Rhodes22-list <rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org> wrote:
> 
> Dear R22 Members:
> 
> I’m throwing this question out to the group. In your experience, what is
> the best motor for the Rhodes? I currently have a Tohatsu Sailpro 6 hp
> pull-start. But it always seems a bit underpowered and vibrates a good bit.
> I’m toying with the idea of getting  a 9.9 two cylinder which I believe
> will be a lot smoother. Any thoughts, ideas or suggestions? Will the added
> weight be a factor? Honda vs. Mercury?
> 
> Thanks for your help.
> 
> Tom Hyatt
> S/V Eliza Jane 1978
> Baltimore MD