Honwave T38 Yamaha 9.9 Speed Test

I got the chance to do a top speed run in my t38 with 2 adults onboard plus gear and 2 dogs, I was pleasantly surprised I believe this set up could be the ultimate lightweight package.

[@margaretwalsh6938]

Hi, great video and advice. Me and my partner are looking at a setup similar to yours as we are newbies. Think im gonna go for the T38 . What would you recommend ? 9 or 15hp, yamaha or honda ? Also recommeded sellers ?.... We are in the North West of England..... Wheels , seats etc ? Any advice would be great. Many thanks.

[@ryanferris7841]

Thanks! Its all depends on your lifting capabilities a nice 15 would be ideal however all outboards are different For example the tohatsu 15 is light however its bulky and awkward and not user friendly in my opinion , the Yamaha 9.9 is heavier however very compact and easy to get the arms round, Hondas are great but heavy and bulky, for the ultimate compact to power ratio I say yam 9.9 all day, I am not keen on other brands and the yam 15 is big and heavy! So if you keep the weight down in your t38 2 adults max the 9.9 will be perfect 👌

[@YEOBOI1233]

Hello which one do you recommend the t40 or the t38. I seen on comments of a different video you said you thought the t40 was superior. Then i seen on same video 3 weeks ago that you like the t38 better and have the t40 up for sale? Also is it very hard to stand in the t38? Thanks

[@ryanferris7841]

Hi, thanks for your comment, the t40 is the more superior boat but only slightly!! Cons - weight and its sheer size noise from the floor and in my opinion requires a trailer hard to manage alone hard to get small stones and shells that gather under the floor!! Pros- floor space stability and a flat safe surface for standing on After using the t38 more i actually prefer it and I can stand up in it no problem it’s so easy to manage and overall a more versatile sib faster too and handles better it’s sporty feeling I have now sold my t40 so I now would recommend the t38

[@YEOBOI1233]

Brilliant thanks for your reply 👍

[@ryanferris7841]

@@YEOBOI1233 you’re welcome ☺️

[@diegoortizrodriguez4637]

Greetings from Spain. A 9.9 engine falls short for 3 adults plus some cargo (refrigerator, water, safety elements depending on the navigation area such as flares, life jackets, etc.). Is a 15hp engine better for the t38 and to transport it by car? I have doubts about a 9.9 in navigation with a headwind, and a formed sea. And well, about the t38 I'm looking for something that can be easily assembled and also disassembled after navigation. pack and save! Thanks in advance!

[@ryanferris7841]

Hello, yes the 9.9 2 adults only it’s does everything i ask of it! I also have a 25h that I use mostly, the 9.9 is for camping trips 👍

[@andrewblakeman3856]

Great video,we have a t32 and had a Yamaha 2 stroke 4hp on, but very slow. Ordered a new Yamaha 15hp but was damaged during delivery.This put me off having another one delivered(could not pick up, as we have no car at the moment).The company are bringing me a new motor out themselves to replace the damaged one, but I have decided to go with the lighter 9.9hp and after watching your video,think this was a good choice 👍👍

[@ryanferris7841]

Hello thanks for watching I’m chuffed it my video helped you! Good luck with your boating adventures 👍

[@kqa5372]

Good stuff. Where do you attach the kill cord to?

[@ryanferris7841]

I generally don’t in flat calm conditions, in rough and more challenging conditions I will always attach the kill cord and always when children are on board, thanks for you comment and concern 👍

[@charlesdoyle3655]

Hi do you have a link to the seat? Many thanks

[@ryanferris7841]

www.ebay.co.uk/itm/145930849016?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=duaDrITMSma&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=HM3r7bI4Sgq&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

[@estd1984]

Which is better for fishing t38 or t40? I’ve been leaning towards a t40 more and keeping it on a trailer but the t38 appeals because it’s lighter. But for fishing I always thought aluminium floor would be better.

[@ryanferris7841]

I made a hardwood floor for my t38 so with the floor it’s a better option, the t40 is big and heavy to handle look at the t35 it’s not much smaller than the t38 but easier to manage than the t40

[@estd1984]

@@ryanferris7841 Thanks, I was even looking at the t32 as it will be my first boat, I sort of disregarded the t35 as I thought it would still be heavy and if I was to choose the t35 I may as well go with the t40 if it’s still really heavy. Thanks for that. Great content btw 👍🏻

[@ryanferris7841]

@@estd1984 the problem with the t40 is it’s very wide and has massive tubes it’s a fair lump lol I had a few bad experiences in mine at the slipway trying to manoeuvre it on my own! I was lucky I didn’t break any bones that day 😅 so I sold it

[@estd1984]

@@ryanferris7841 Yeah I think I’m really considering an air deck, I’d rather start off smaller/lighter and then eventually wanting more (bigger) than starting off big and heavy and regretting it and not wanting to take it out. 👍🏻

[@ryanferris7841]

@@estd1984 I agree mate! I can’t really fault the t38 the inflatable floor/keel is very tough However it is a 2 man lift if you are packing into your boot.

[@vasileiospavelis2436]

What about Tohatsu 9,8 HP for this sib ? If you have any experience , let us know. Greetings from Greece 🇬🇷 !

[@ryanferris7841]

Hello!! With The tohatsu 9.8 I achieve the same top speed with 1 person onboard however with 2 onboard it was 2 mph slower than the Yamaha

[@vasileiospavelis2436]

@@ryanferris7841Thank you , i appreciate your answer it helps to my choice .In Greece Tohatsu price is less 20% than Yamaha,both are made in Japan and quality is similar. Have a nice summer !

[@ryanferris7841]

@@vasileiospavelis2436 you are very welcome I am here to try and help!! What summer it’s rained almost everyday 😂

[@vasileiospavelis2436]

@@ryanferris7841 Hi ,the opposite here in Greece , sunshine every day since May, no rain at all, temperature 24 to 36 Celsius and counting. Thanks once more.

[@ryanferris7841]

@@vasileiospavelis2436 I am jealous

[@Barbedhookfishing]

Seat looks great 👍

[@ryanferris7841]

It’s actually very good!

[@fat_tommo_goes_boating]

Looks great

[@ryanferris7841]

Thanks, I am very pleased with the setup 👍

[@monacocross4241]

WHY you not use floor ?

[@ryanferris7841]

Hi, are you referring to the wooden floor I made?

[@monacocross4241]

@@ryanferris7841 no , aliuminium floor

[@ryanferris7841]

@@monacocross4241 the t38 doesn’t have an aluminium floor!