Question 1

What are the specs of the YAMAHA 28?

Accepted Answer

The YAMAHA 28 has the following specifications: 28ft LOA, 9.75ft beam, 5.92ft draft, 6,329lb displacement, 2,205lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the YAMAHA 28 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Yamaha (JAP), designed by Yamaha Design Team, first built in 1980.

Question 3

Is the YAMAHA 28 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The YAMAHA 28 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 19.05, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.11, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 4

How fast is the YAMAHA 28?

Accepted Answer

The YAMAHA 28 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.06, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 222.51, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a YAMAHA 28?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a YAMAHA 28 is estimated at $1.3K – $3.4K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a YAMAHA 28 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the YAMAHA 28 (28ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.3K – $3.4K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 28ft boat: Florida: $5,000-$13,400/year. California: $4,700-$11,800/year. Massachusetts: $3,500-$7,800/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,500-$9,800/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,400-$6,000/year. Texas: $2,000-$6,000/year. Washington: $4,000-$8,700/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,000-$6,000/year. South Carolina: $4,400-$8,400/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $22K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a YAMAHA 28?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the YAMAHA 28 (28ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,000-$13,400/year. California: $4,700-$11,800/year. Massachusetts: $3,500-$7,800/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,500-$9,800/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,400-$6,000/year. Texas: $2,000-$6,000/year. Washington: $4,000-$8,700/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,000-$6,000/year. South Carolina: $4,400-$8,400/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 8

What are the common problems with the YAMAHA 28?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the YAMAHA 28 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in keel, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the YAMAHA 28.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a YAMAHA 28?

Accepted Answer

When buying a YAMAHA 28, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across keel. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the YAMAHA 28 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the YAMAHA 28 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The YAMAHA 28 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 28ft LOA, comfort ratio 19.05, capsize ratio 2.11, SA/disp 18.06. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	28 ft
LWL	23.33 ft
Beam	9.75 ft
Draft	5.92 ft
Displacement	6,329 lb
Ballast	2,205 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.5 kn

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