Re: What motor to look for?

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quote Phil B:

This (2014) page lists Direct Fuel Injection 2-stroke outboards allowed on Lake Tahoe:

http://tahoeboatinspections.com/2-stroke-ban/

Evinrude E-TEC (2-stroke DFI)
Mercury Optimax (2-stroke DFI)
Yamaha High Pressure Direct Injection (2-stroke DFI)

(All look to come in “large sizes” only)
Wasn’t able to spot anything about the Tohatsu DFI’s on Lake Tahoe….

From the link you provided for Tahoe:
"If your watercraft/engine has a California Air Resources Board (CARB) Star rating on it, it is allowed on the Lakes of the Tahoe Region."

Tohatsu 50 hp TLDI® Benefits:

Air assisted direct fuel injection system that provides excellent fuel economy
Extremely quiet operation
Excellent horsepower-to-weight ratio
Lightweight and compact
Available in short (15”) & long (20”) shaft lengths
Ultra-low emission, EPA and CARB approved
5 Year limited warranty