M_Boats: Outboard motor noise

I use earplugs when running the Honda 2. I use it very little. The old 2's were small enough to rotate in the notch making reverse possible. It is also full power reverse as its not a prop running backward. I can effectively park my boat using motor thrust and tiller for direction. Another plus I discovered when the shear pin sheared. In the notch I can remove the motor for service! Shear pin replaced in 10 minutes while underway. Great simple motor.