{"product_id":"starter-motor-for-yamaha-outboard-40-50hp-1984-1988","title":"Starter Motor for Yamaha Outboard 40-50HP 1984-1988","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; color: #333333; max-width: 900px; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2c3e50; color: #ffffff; padding: 40px 20px; text-align: center; border-radius: 6px 6px 0 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 28px; color: #ffffff;\"\u003eStarter Motor for Yamaha Outboard 40-50HP 1984-1988\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0; font-size: 16px; color: #bdc3c7;\"\u003eFits Yamaha Marine 40-50HP Outboards, 1984-1988 · Replaces Yamaha 6H4-81800-10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-top: none; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eThis starter motor is a direct-fit replacement for the Yamaha 40-50HP outboard, built to the same mounting, output and mechanical specification as the original equipment unit so it bolts straight into place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eIt runs on 12 volts, turns counter-clockwise (CCW) and uses a 9-tooth drive gear, matching the specification of the starter originally fitted to these outboards. The drive gear engages the flywheel ring gear only while cranking and retracts once the engine fires, so no adjustment is needed after fitting. Fitting is a straightforward like-for-like swap: disconnect the battery, remove the mounting bolts securing the original starter, transfer the wiring connector across, and bolt this unit into place in the same orientation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; margin-top: 20px; gap: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; color: #2c3e50; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect OEM fit and function for Yamaha 40-50HP outboards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12-volt motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCounter-clockwise (CCW) rotation, 9-tooth drive gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-references Yamaha 6H4-81800-10 and Lester 18345\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarine-grade housing suited to outboard applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12-month warranty as standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; color: #2c3e50; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; background-color: #ecf0f1; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; background-color: #ecf0f1; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eVoltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e12V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eRotation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eCCW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eDrive Teeth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; color: #2c3e50; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eVehicle Fitment Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #7f8c8d; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eYears shown are the overall coverage span for this part. Please confirm against the OEM part number on your original unit before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; background-color: #ecf0f1; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eMake \u0026amp; Model\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; background-color: #ecf0f1; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eYamaha Marine 40-50HP Outboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e1984-1988\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; color: #2c3e50; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eOEM Part Number Cross Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #7f8c8d; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eAftermarket replacement. OEM part numbers are listed for reference only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; background-color: #ecf0f1; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003ePart Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; background-color: #ecf0f1; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eManufacturer \/ Brand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e6H4-81800-10, 6H4-81800-11, 6H4-81800-12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eYamaha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e18345\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eLester\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e410-44036\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eJ\u0026amp;N Electrical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px; background-color: #fcfcfc; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 6px; padding: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; color: #2c3e50; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #2c3e50; margin: 15px 0 5px;\"\u003eWill this starter fit my outboard without modification?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eYes, provided your outboard is a Yamaha 40-50HP model from the 1984-1988 range, this starter bolts straight in. Cross-check the number on your original unit against the reference list above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #2c3e50; margin: 15px 0 5px;\"\u003eWhat's included?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eThe starter motor unit only, complete with its drive gear ready to fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #2c3e50; margin: 15px 0 5px;\"\u003eHow can I tell my old starter has failed?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eCommon signs include a clicking noise when you turn the key, the engine failing to crank, the starter freewheeling without turning the engine, or a burning smell from the motor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #2c3e50; margin: 15px 0 5px;\"\u003eDoes the rotation direction matter?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eYes. This unit turns counter-clockwise (CCW) as viewed from the drive end, matching the original Yamaha outboard starter. A clockwise unit will not engage correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px; text-align: center; font-size: 14px; color: #7f8c8d; border-top: 1px solid #eee; padding-top: 20px;\"\u003eDispatched from the UK · 12-month warranty · Fitment support from our technical team\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Moto-Electrical","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59237194924377,"sku":"410-44036","price":219.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/9268\/8473\/files\/zoom_Yamaha_Marine_Starter_Motor__5-12900_b562772e-6b1e-43c8-b0cb-dc2f0dd69c84.jpg?v=1788103012","url":"https:\/\/4drive.co.uk\/products\/starter-motor-for-yamaha-outboard-40-50hp-1984-1988","provider":"4Drive","version":"1.0","type":"link"}