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What Engine Maintenance Tips Apply to RIBs?

What Engine Maintenance Tips Apply to RIBs?

Outboard or inboard engines are the lifeblood of any Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB), providing the power necessary to propel you through the water with speed and agility.

This blog post covers fossil-fuel engines. Also take not of my 10 safe fuelling tips.

Just like any other mechanical equipment, engines require regular maintenance to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and longevity.

Check out my 4 rules for top-notch RIB maintenance.

Whether you’re a seasoned RIB owner or a novice enthusiast, here are 10 essential engine maintenance tips. If you’re not so technical, rely on your dealer. Here are my 10 points to answer “What Engine Maintenance Tips Apply to RIBs?”.

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New GALA Viking V360 Design 2024

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

The GALA Viking V360 Looks Great

This V360 was revealed at the 2024 Toronto International Boat Show.

This 2-minute video provides an insightful tour of the innovative Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB). It showcasing its sleek features and advanced technology, making it a standout in the marine industry.

This video was published on the GALA INFLATABLE BOATS YouTube channel.

For those interested to see more GALA Ribs, I’ve selected these videos for you.

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The Sea Quest 760 RIB: Unveiling the Upgrade

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Greek Built Sea Quest 760 RIB

Athens based shipyard presents 5 Rigid Inflatable Boats. The flagship is a 10 meter RIB at this moment.

Spacious and customizable interior layout to accommodate up to 10 passengers on this Seaquest 760 RIB.

The two sunbathing decks offering a good space for this length of the RIB for relaxation and leisure.

Looking a the images, I see ample storage compartments for keeping belongings organised and secure.

I’ve added more videos of this brand here on RIBsONLY.com.

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Yamaha Motor Acquires Torqeedo: A Bold Expansion

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Many of our readers are familiar with various outboard fabrication companies, including Torqeedo.

A significant acquisition in the world of outboard motors has just taken place.

This press release was published on Linkedin; 19 January 2024.

Yamaha Motor Acquires Torqeedo

“Yamaha motor acquires electric marine propulsion manufacturer Torqeedo.

Yamaha Motor is pleased to announce we have recently signed a stock purchase agreement with Germany’s DEUTZ AG, to acquire all shares of Torqeedo, pending the clearances, permits, etc. required by competition laws and other regulations.

With Torqeedo being an industry leader in electric marine propulsion, Yamaha aims to strengthen its development capabilities in the electric field supporting Yamaha Marine’s CASE Strategy.

CASE is an acronym for Connected, Autonomous, Shared Services and Electrification.

The acquisition of Torqeedo additionally supports Yamaha’s efforts to reduce our company’s carbon footprint.

Electrification is a component of Yamaha’s multiple technology approach to reducing carbon, which includes sustainable fuels and the expansion of hydrogen.”

Long rumored, but now a definite reality: Yamaha Motor Acquires Torqeedo.

I’ve posted some more articles about the eelctric outboards of Torqeedo.

About Torqeedo

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Thrilling New SALPA SOLEIL 24.5

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

A New Salpa

This video showcases a review of the Rigid Inflatable Boat Salpa Soleil 24.5 by the Italian based Salpa Yachts. The test took place in Posillipo, Naples, Italy by Bacci Del Buono.

Salpa Shipyard has delivered notable results, producing 500 inflatable boats and manufacturing 150 in the past year (2023).

The video is all about testing the quality of the latest model, the Salpa Soleil 24.5, in the Gulf of Naples.

The Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB), positioned between the Sale 23 and Sale 26 models, boasts expansive stern platforms, comfortable interior features, and safety measures, including watertight bulkheads.

The helm and navigation system integrate practical features, although off-center weight distribution is addressed by strategic battery placement.

The fuel consumption during the on-water performance test is detailed, particularly at its remarkable top speed of 46.8 knots.

I’ve collected more videos of the Salpa brand for you here on RIBsONLY.com.

This video was published on THE BOAT SHOW YouTube channel

Proud to share that Brugge Marine Center (BMC) is a good Friend of RIBs ONLY.

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