Yamaha Inverter Generator EF2000is V2 Review 2000 Watt - Portable Generator

[@danielchao6635]

*100% best **Generater.Systems** I have used. A test for hurricane prep here in Louisiana: three AC units, 5000, 5000 & 8000, 3 fridges, 2 device power setups, 4 flat screens....AND I had 40% of the power meter to spare.*

[@reeddaniels2142]

I have a pair of these that I use a lot and they are fabulous! The reason I bought the Yamaha over the Honda is because of the steel pushrod design. I was told by a small engine mechanic that it is a more reliable and durable valve train design than the Honda which has some plastic valve train components which sometimes break. I have run these generators in parallel and they work fantastic. I don't think you can go wrong with the Honda or Yamaha since they are both excellent products.

[@toddpierce5751]

I have this model and it's been pretty great. I only got it for power outages (I live on a small island with a fragile electrical grid and we get hit by tropical storms, hurricanes, etc) to run 2 energy-efficient light bulbs, 2 floor fans, two laptops. The last time we lost power, for some reason the cable line was still working and I turned the tv on and we had entertainment! I always download vids to watch in these situations, so old SNL was the ticket. That setup lasted at least 12 hours on one tank. I have not tried to run the refrigerator on it yet. If we lose power for too long, then I'll have to test that out for sure. The manual says not to operate it in snow or rain, but I've started it and ran it in a tropical storm with lots of rain. I also have not grounded it. I probably should look into getting that done. The unit is on my roof patio. It really is the only place for it. I tried my ground patio, which is walled in with a 10-foot wall. The exhaust fumes seemed too much, so the roof patio seemed safer. Oh, I run a single 110 industrial cable from the unit on the roof down a wall to the ground patio area and into a window. From there I have a splitter running maybe two or three extension cords. I need to learn/practice maintenance on it. Hope that helps!

[@rubenromero9498]

Bough my yamaha inverter 9yrs ago, I go hunting...fishing -camping quite a bit , best investment I ever made

[@SilverCymbal]

Great to hear its a great little machine!

[@chadwickwicky67]

That’s good to hear! Just got mine recently, been looking at This & Honda and went with Yamaha and so far couldn’t be happier!

[@mrrcadventurese8461]

i bought a westinghouse and it aint even run once lol price you pay i guess now im looking at yamaha and honda

[@eumesmo-kd1tr]

Same

[@ДмитрийСиница-й7м]

We have used the kzbin.infoUgkxOTeIs0vv4_9B5hsmnLsk9r930uDQLu_Y for probably 30 hours with our camper and it’s been great! The noise level is really only noticeable when running the AC and other appliances like the microwave, hair dryer, or coffee pot. It’s not huge like other ones and it has wheels so even at 90lbs, I can move it!

[@91xj89]

I got you the 1000th like!!! Just look this up because i purchased it used for 100 from a person that was really needing the money

[@nhraandnascarfanatic5907]

I don’t know where your all from but I’m from Australia and over here we have a brand called adventure kings (big name in the 4x4 and camping community) anyway they have a 2kva generator for less than $400 and the opposing yammy or Honda is nearly 2k... I went for the kings one lol but I must admit. It’s impressive... runs a fridge, freezer, an entertainment set, small kitchen, aircon and 2 phone chargers not a worry at all

[@CheddarCheeseBandit]

You only need to have the choke on for a second, if you leave your hands near the panel you can push it in as the machine gains rpms even and it will start fine. Decibels should be measured further away than right next to the machine. I own one of these, I prefer over the Honda because all of the buttons/controls are in one small area unlike Honda with things on various sides. Both brands are solid, I just prefer my Yamaha.

[@ChuckJ1944]

Nice video. I have two and love they can be combined for 4,000 watts.

[@DUNEATV]

Very nice review

[@SilverCymbal]

Thank you I appreciate it

[@atbglenn]

I'm glad I bought the Honda EU2200 over this. From what I see, it's easier to service. Plus it has 200 watts more power.

[@SilverCymbal]

It's a well thought out generator. I have a side by side comparison between the Yamaha and Honda coming soon but the service on the Honda feels much more well designed. Glad you are liking your EU2200is as much as I am. Best wishes to you and thank you for subscribing.

[@theashpilez]

its color matches my fjr... 😛😛

[@SilverCymbal]

Yes it is the same FJR blue. Boat guys love this one too.

[@TheMickeymental]

@@SilverCymbal The controls are on the side and easily broken. It has a 79cc engine which is under powered and these at first were hailed as an option for the Honda. Now Honda has the EU2200i with 121cc engine a 35% larger engine which allows it to surge for up to thirty minutes while the Yamaha surges for 30 seconds. Yamaha generators contrary to your opinion are not well designed for maintenance.

[@SilverCymbal]

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[@AldoMuñozAvendaño]

Suena como un motor de una lancha 🚤🚤 el generador de luz Yamaha 🚦🚦🚦

[@z3180160]

thank you

[@22apoach]

Can you do a comparison to the AI power with the Yamaha engine ? They sell them at Costco for 399

[@SilverCymbal]

I will have to look into that one, I have seen a lot of people asking about that generator.

[@j757under]

Can you run 5000btu air conditioner?

[@timothyhalloran7353]

Bed of UTV is amplifying the sound of generator, repeat test with generator outside bed of UTV

[@SilverCymbal]

Yes that is true. This is VERY quiet in real life.

[@danielnelson1522]

@@SilverCymbal also, the info I've been finding would be that the decibel readings normally are read at 21 feet from the inverter. Very good review though.

[@bluewave2536]

What's new for the v2?

[@b_oilers4896]

Great review! Is there a huge difference between the new EF2000iSV2 version vs the EF2000iS? The only thing I have seen is an advanced controller for improved power output between the rated and max load. There is a great deal on the EF2000iS by our place right now and I cannot grab the V2.

[@SilverCymbal]

Thank you. I wouldn't buy the V1 what you don't see is that many of them had an oil burning/engine issues. If you search around you will see it. Not good. The v2 corrected the issue.

[@b_oilers4896]

@@SilverCymbal thanks for replying! Unfortunately I cannot buy the v2 in Canada. After discussing it with a Yamaha rep they say we only have the v1 up here

[@augiemoto]

@@b_oilers4896 i had a EF2000is used it only a had full of times on small loads since it never could run anything big, just recently the inverter boad went out and it was about 600US to replace i guess it was a issue all along but i never bothered to test it fully to warranty it, now i see all these small generators running all these appliances and for sure know mine had an issue

[@b_oilers4896]

@@augiemoto thanks for letting me know. I ended up buying it and have had pretty good luck so far. It does have its limitations and can't handle the a/c on my trailer etc. but otherwise it's been running well. I start it every couple months over winter and always give it a fresh oil change. Although I installed power this year, here's hoping the Yamaha still lasts. Enjoy your day!

[@STOCKBOY-fu5sd]

What generator would you buy the honda or yamaha?

[@SilverCymbal]

Between the Honda EU2200i and the EF2000is V2 I would buy the Honda due to the better maintenances access and additional wattage that the Honda provides. I have a feeling Yamaha is likely going to release some new models soon since Honda recently did.

[@mgmgayechan5409]

What kind can use one aircom 1500w by yamma?

[@paulpetraitis2130]

Forgot to mention the little screw on the carburator fordraining the fuel!

[@Coronet_1969_]

So that smaller box next to your main power panel, how much did it cost to buy it and have it installed by an electrician?

[@SilverCymbal]

I have a link in the description to the current model of that. It was about $200 and I installed it myself in about 30 minutes.

[@tigerscott9788]

What are the differences between v1 and v2 models? Thanks

[@SilverCymbal]

Yamaha never officially released that information that I am aware of. The V1 seemed to have engine issues baed on user forums with burning oil. The V2 seemed to eliminate that.

[@donschlonski2936]

Output and ability to handle even a more wider range of electronics...."cleaner' power

[@SilverCymbal]

Absolutely. Cleanest power you can get, and probably better than most utilities.

[@claasriese1036]

@@SilverCymbal How to you define clean energy? Wouldnt renewable energy be cleaner?

[@kd5you1]

@@claasriese1036 I believe they are talking about the sine wave generated by the Yamaha V2 is cleaner.

[@dwightbellinger9766]

What are the gas requirements?

[@goodnknuts3069]

I have read that one should use only high grade gas in these small units. That's why I run only 91 Supreme gas myself (or whatever you can get that's high grade in your area) in my Yamaha EF2000iST here in Canada.

[@mattwaters6987]

Nice review, but I’m glad I bought the Honda 2200i too. Easier to maintain and more power for around the same price.

[@SilverCymbal]

Yes, the Honda is a really amazing machine especially with the 2200i.

[@goodnknuts3069]

The Honda 2200's are just over $100 more than the Yamaha 2000 up here in Canada. The Yamaha 2200's are close to the same price as the Honda 2200's.

[@goldbearbunny4787]

How long does a tank of gas last

[@SilverCymbal]

A one gallon gas tank equipped with a fuel gauge; allow this machine to run for 10.5 hours at quarter load.

[@goldbearbunny4787]

@@SilverCymbal thank you

[@dunnoyolo2238]

Heard these eat oil had any issues?

[@SilverCymbal]

Officially I don't know anything but through forums, I have heard that the non V2 versions of these, essentially the V1 had oil consumption problems. The V2 is the only one to get or check out their latest offering here that I just reviewed: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6bKemuafLhmb6M

[@shopnoraj]

Fuel efficiency? 🥵

[@anniesanchez5172]

Price?

[@eod4usa]

How is the reliability compared to the Honda?

[@SilverCymbal]

Yamaha makes some nice machines but I think the Honda is the best for long term reliability.

[@Vic-kv1rg]

Yamaha's smaller engines are OHV, unlike the Honda

[@imark7777777]

1:10 hay it's an Australian death cord!

[@SilverCymbal]

That's funny! I never though of that!

[@SDRob01]

It's not a suicide cord. That outlet is only 12V. Not going to die from that.

[@mrxklash]

They lied about the dB. It says, on their website, max 61 dB

[@traverwake4456]

He was less than 1m for his dB reading. Max 61dB is taken at 7m away from the generator

[@marieroche1404]

You didn't show the TOOL for the spark plug & the dimensions of the tool.

[@Doug_Diego_Cazadores_Cassidy]

Hmm, so when the thing points at the "On" that means that it's on. And conversely, when it points at "Off" that indicates the "off position". Ok.