whining in reverse

[tempobyvic]

I have a 2005 21I (which I absolutely love). From day one, it whines when put in reverse. Is this normal? It does not bother me - just wondering.

[NICKYPOO]

Every direct drive I've ever been in for the last 20 years does it. They have all had the velvet drive in them also. I'm not 100% on what the new ones have in them, but i'm sure it's a velvet drive (no reason to fix what ain't broke). Thats just the way they are. I'm not exactly sure why, but it is normal.

[Tige M.D.]

the reverse works through planetary gears while forward is hydraulic clutches. the sound is normal.

[NICKYPOO]

THANKS DOC

Now when my friends ask me about it I can sound smart.

[tempobyvic]

Whining

Great info. Thanks guys! I told my son it does that to notify those in the water that I am backing up. Kinda like the alarm on big trucks. He went for that.

[BrentRR]

I have a 2005 24V and have the same sound. I agree that the sound is a good indication of being in reverse. Maybe it wasn't an intentional thing but I like it.