How To Properly Break In An Outboard Motor ( Yamaha SHO 250 ) + Electronics Tips

Jump in Tim's new Skeeter FXR 21 bass boat and ride along as he breaks in his new Yamaha SHO 250 outboard engine! Properly breaking in your motor is an essential step in having a reliable motor for years to come. Every motor, regardless of brand, has a specific break in procedure for the first 10 hours of use. The first hour requires a lot of idle time, so Tim also breaks down the new Humminbird interface for Apex, Solix, and Xplore units.

The proper break in procedure or a Yamaha Outboard is as follows...

•First Hour: Run the boat at varying speeds, up to 2000 RPM

•Second Hour: Accelerate the boat onto plane (without reaching full throttle) then back off as much as possible, while still staying on plan.

•Following 8 Hours: Operate the vessel at all speeds, but avoid operating at full throttle for more than 5 minutes.

We hope you found this video useful. While it's tempting to skip ahead of the break in procedure and just go fishing, that is a mistake that will cost you later. Take the time to break your motor in properly, and enjoy the reliability into the future.

THE MOTOR...

•Yamama SHO 250 Outboard: https://bit.ly/3xolFv0

••This Links Goes To The Yamaha Outboards Website••

THE BOAT...

•2025 Skeeter FXR 21 Pro: https://bit.ly/43GvGQh

••This Link Goes To The Skeeter Boats Website••

THE ELECTRONICS...

•Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q

•Humminbird Apex 16: https://bit.ly/3QBaOli

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Tim's New Boat! Full Tour + Tackle, Electronics, and Storage Tips!

Come take a look inside Tim's brand new boat! Let's look under the locker lids at how he stores his tackle and what he's really fishing with! We know people are curious about the new Skeeter so today Tim is giving a full tour of the boat, a breakdown of why he picked the Skeeter FXR21, and the mindset behind how he lays out a boat for proper boat handling and tackle organization.

We're so excited about this new boat! From the brand new Yamaha SHO outboard, to the Dakota Lithium batteries with massive storage capacities, this boat is built to handle everything we can throw at it! As Tim opens up his new boat and explains his layout, pay close attention to the tackle that he carries on board the bass boat and how he organizes it to create a stable driving and fishing platform. From boat balance to bait management, there is a lot to consider when loading your boat!

Below you'll find links to everything Tim discussed in the video. From a break down of the Electronics, to the key tackle storage solutions, its all there. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE BOAT...

•2025 Skeeter FXR 21 Pro: https://bit.ly/43GvGQh

••This Link Goes To The Skeeter Boats Website••

THE MOTOR...
•Yamama SHO 250 Outboard: https://bit.ly/3xolFv0

••This Links Goes To The Yamaha Outboards Website••

THE ELECTRONICS...

•Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q

•Humminbird Apex 16: https://bit.ly/3QBaOli

TROLLING MOTOR AND ACCESSORIES...

•Minn Kota Ultrex Quest Mega DI/SI Trolling Motor: https://bit.ly/41RErpY

•Humminbird Mega Live Target Lock With Tranducer: https://bit.ly/3uWwTmE

•Humminbird 360 Mega Imaging: https://bit.ly/3oUt7oO

•Minn Kota Precision 5 Bank Charger: https://bit.ly/3ynIqMQ

•Minn Kota 10' Raptors: https://bit.ly/3iMUrEJ

•Megaware 8' Keel Guard: http://bit.ly/2N5p36m

TACKLE STORAGE CONTAINERS...

•Plano Edge 3700 Deep Box: https://bit.ly/3dbdbby

•Plano Edge 3700 Box: https://bit.ly/2t3uHMR

•Plano Edge 3700 THIN Box: https://bit.ly/2VX5eAL

•Buzbe Quik Qube Breeze (Medium Deep): https://bit.ly/43ILiTG

•Buzbe Quik Qube (Large Deep): https://bit.ly/3TnKHl7

•Spro Terminal Box (Medium): https://bit.ly/3L9Y03F

•Plano Leader Spool Box: https://bit.ly/2CX249A

CUSTOM MOUNTS, WIRING, AND RIGGING...

•Hennessey Outdoor Electronics Website: https://bit.ly/3kX87kA

••This link goes directly to the Hennessey Website••

Hennessey Component List...

•HOE Harness (Bow and Single Console)

•HOE Triple Slide Mount

•HOE Solix/Apex Gimble Bracket HD

•HOE Solix/Apex Aluminum Knobs

•HOE Trolling Motor Punch Pad

•HOE JackPlate Transducer Mount

•HOE Minn Kota Raptor Work Light

•HOE Minn Kota Raptor Anchor Light

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Bass Fishing Gear Review! The Hottest New Rods, Reels, And Baits!

Some awesome new gear has come to market! Let's check it out! After experimenting with all the new baits and gear to hit the market this Spring, these are our top picks! From rods and reels, to new baits and gear, these items will make a difference in your fishing this Spring and Summer!

Gear reviews are some of our favorite videos to make! Our inner tackle junkies come pouring out as we search for the best baits and equipment from all around the fishing industry. In today's video we begin with an affordable spinning reel, a custom bait caster, and a high end rod. From there we explore everything from apparel, to baits!

Below you'll find links to all the baits and gear shown in the video. We've listed them in the order they appeared, and included our favorite models, colors and sizes where applicable. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

REELS AND RODS...

•Shimano Ultegra FD Spinning Reel: https://bit.ly/2nfApml

Favorite Size: 2500 – 3000

•Daiwa Mangetsu Casting Reel: https://bit.ly/3YwWAZK

Speed: 7.3:1

•Great Lakes Finesse CX Spinning Rods: https://bit.ly/4m8BJGs

Favorite Model: 7'8" Medium Heavy X Fast

APPAREL...

•Aftco All Day Pants: https://bit.ly/3H85zuC

Color: Elmwood

FISHING LINE...

•Sunline Almight 600 Yard Spool: https://bit.ly/3xb44ql

Favorite Sizes: 16 – 18 lb

TOPWATER...

•Jackall Riser Bait 012: https://bit.ly/4jJ9I6L

Favorite Colors: Chrome, Mirror Wakasagi

•Jackall Riser Bait 007: https://bit.ly/2uxwC9Q

Favorite Color: Chrome, Mirror Wakasagi

MINNOW...

•Damiki Fat Armor Shad: https://bit.ly/435tuCj

Colors: RP Blue Pearl, American Shad

HAIR JIG...

•Great Lakes Finesse Maribou Jig: https://bit.ly/4iPXoA2

Favorite Size And Color: 3/32 oz, Black

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Matt's New Boat! Custom Skeeter FXR 21 Bass Boat Full Tour!

Come take a look inside Matt's brand new boat! Come along as we walk into Hennessey Outdoor Electronics and pick up Matt's brand new Skeeter FXR 21 from rigging! Take the tour with us, but know its so much more than that, as Matt explains his mindset behind how he lays out a boat for fishing, navigation, and safety.

We're so excited about this new boat! From the brand new Yamaha SHO 250 Outboard, to the Dakota Lithium batteries with giant capacities, this boat is built to handle everything we can throw at it! After decades of fishing out of every kind of boat imaginable, Matt designed this layout from the ground up to make this FXR an efficient fishing platform!

Below you'll find links to everything Matt discussed in the video. From a break down of the Electronics, to the boat and motor themselves, it's all there. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse, Skeeter, And Yamaha respectively, where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE BOAT...

•2025 Skeeter FXR 21 Pro: https://bit.ly/43GvGQh

••This Link Goes To The Skeeter Boats Website••

•Yamama SHO 250 Outboard: https://bit.ly/3xolFv0

••This Links Goes To The Yamaha Outboards Website••

THE ELECTRONICS...

•Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q

TROLLING MOTOR AND ACCESSORIES...

•Minn Kota Ultrex Quest Mega DI/SI Trolling Motor: https://bit.ly/41RErpY

•Humminbird Mega Live Target Lock With Tranducer: https://bit.ly/3uWwTmE

•Humminbird 360 Mega Imaging: https://bit.ly/3oUt7oO

•Minn Kota Precision 5 Bank Charger: https://bit.ly/3ynIqMQ

•Minn Kota 10' Raptors: https://bit.ly/3iMUrEJ

•Megaware 8' Keel Guard: http://bit.ly/2N5p36m

BATTERIES...

•Dakota Lithium Trolling Batteries: https://bit.ly/3YCJUAI

••This Link Goes To The Dakota Lithium Batteries Website••

Preferred Trolling Motor Size: 12V (135AH)

Preferred Electronics Size: 12V (320AH)

CUSTOM MOUNTS, WIRING, AND RIGGING...

•Hennessey Outdoor Electronics Website: https://bit.ly/3kX87kA

••This link goes directly to the Hennessey Website••

Hennessey Component List...

•HOE Harness (Bow and Single Console)

•HOE Triple Slide Mount

•HOE Solix/Apex Gimble Bracket HD

•HOE Solix/Apex Aluminum Knobs

•HOE Trolling Motor Punch Pad

•HOE JackPlate Transducer Mount

•HOE Minn Kota Raptor Work Light

•HOE Minn Kota Raptor Anchor Light

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz