Hi all

I'm looking for a small (5 or 6 hp) 4 stroke to power a 3 metre inflatable.
Anyone have any recomendations, warnings or observations, reliability is
absolute. The boat will be carrying two adults and maybe 50 lbs of
equipement. What sort of performance can I expect with such a motor, not
that I'm looking for a speed machine but it would be nice to know. How long
will a 12ltr tank last at say half throttle. Ive heard that you have to be
ultra careful handling 4 strokes (only lay them on one side etc or the sump
will drain), is this a concern or are they getting better.

All advice gladly received.

Regards Ian