Choosing a transom saver for small outboards

If you've ever felt your heart skip a beat hitting a pothole while towing, you've probably thought about getting a transom saver for small outboards. It's one of those things that seems optional until you actually look at how much your motor bounces around back there. We often focus on the big 250-horsepower beasts when talking about transom stress, but those smaller 9.9 or 25-horsepower motors can do plenty of damage to a boat's rear end if they aren't secured properly during a long drive. ...

May 10, 2026 · 7 min · Nijjar Tennielle